Oldheads will remember the Pentium G6950 and the Intel Upgrade Service that came with it. What you may not realize is that Intel actually did the same thing with its 4th- and 5th-generation Xeon processors, codenamed Sapphire Rapids and Emerald Rapids. These chips have "Intel On Demand", which "allows" you to enable specific features of your 
Coming in hot just in time for Valentine's Day is a round of discounts on Apple's newest generation smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 11. The latest discounts see the wearable drop back down to an all-time low price. In addition, we found some bargains on a few other Apple devices. That doesn't mean you skip the chocolates and flowers, but 
YouTube Music has ended the era of unrestricted free sing-alongs by moving song lyrics behind a Premium paywall, forcing non-paying listeners to decide if words is worth a monthly fee. Shame, shame, Google.
The money grab change, which is beginning a worldwide roll-out this month, heralds the end of a recent Google experiment to monetize 
A fresh rumor claims NVIDIA is readying a new graphics card that will be faster than its flagship GeForce RTX 5090 (pictured above), and it's purportedly not related to any GeForce RTX 50 Super series models that may or may not still be on the roadmap. Instead, it's said the new card could materialize as a GeForce RTX 5090 Ti or an RTX Titan 
A new round of hardware leaks suggests that Sony’s next-generation PlayStation 6 and its accompanying handheld will feature a massive surge in memory capacity and speed: think 30GB for the PS5 and 24GB for the handheld..
According to a series of technical disclosures from industry insider Kepler_L2 (first spotted by eagle-eyed Video Cardz), A couple of weeks ago, two rumours surfaced, one indicating that a Nintendo Direct would be happening in early February and another claiming that a PlayStation State of Play would be happening later in the month. The Nintendo Direct rumour proved true last week when Nintendo went live with a slew of new game announcements. Now, Sony has also officially announced its State of Play plans as well.
Just as rumoured, Sony will be holding its latest State of Play stream this month. The stream will be taking place on Thursday, February 12th. Unfortunately, it will be happening quite late for those of us here in Europe, as the stream will be happening at 10PM GMT / 11PM CEST.
The stream is going to be a big one, with over an hour of game announcements planned. This one isn't ‘partner' focused either, so there is likely to be a mix of both third-party game announcements, along with new first-party games from Sony's studios.
Two titles immediately spring to mind as potential first-party reveals. The first is Bungie's Marathon, which is finally dropping in March after a couple of delays. The other is Saros, the latest game from Housemarque, the studio behind Returnal, which went on to become an early-generation hit on the PS5.
KitGuru Says: What are you hoping to see announced at the State of Play this week?
The post Sony announces hour-long State of Play for new PS5 games first appeared on KitGuru.Last week, ASRock issued its first statement following reports that several users suffered no-boot scenarios while using Ryzen 9000 series processors in a number of ASRock motherboards. Today, ASRock is issuing its first beta BIOS update to address the issue.
The new BIOS is now available, labelled as V4.07.AS01, using the latest AGESA 1.3.0.0a version. This bios should improve system stability for AMD systems, as well as optimise memory compatibility and crucially, resolve a boot failure occurring with certain CPUs. That last note should fix the issues users were reporting on Reddit and get their systems back up and running.
“This update is specifically designed to address system no-boot scenarios, including cases where systems may fail to boot after being used for a period of time. Users who encounter such behavior are recommended to update to this BIOS version to help restore normal system boot functionality.”
The new BIOS update can be found HERE. If you need a guide on how to update your BIOS, ASRock has one that can be found HERE.
ASRock says it will continue to monitor the situation and aid users through its technical support team, while working with AMD to ensure product quality and platform stability.
KitGuru Says: If you've had any issues recently with an ASRock motherboard and a current-gen AMD processor, then this BIOS update should help.
The post ASRock issues BIOS update to address boot failure on AMD systems first appeared on KitGuru.Capcom has officially updated its Platinum Titles list as of February 2026. According to the latest figures, the company has over 100 titles on this list, showcasing an immense catalogue of financial successes that continue to grow.
According to data shared by Capcom (via Gematsu), total software sales for the period reached 34.64 million units, a significant jump from the previous year, with digital downloads accounting for 94% of all copies sold. The Resident Evil series remains the company's crown jewel, with the total franchise lifetime sales now reportedly surpassing 183 million units. The Resident Evil 4 remake led the charge during the quarter, moving another 1.1 million copies to reach a lifetime total of 12.2 million. Not far behind, Resident Evil Village climbed to 13.5 million, while Resident Evil 2 remake (16.8M) and Resident Evil 7 (16.4M) continue to prove the enduring appeal of the horror flagship. This surge could be linked to the anticipation surrounding the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem, scheduled for release on February 27th.
In the fighting game segment, Street Fighter 6 has officially moved past a major historical milestone. With 600,000 units sold in the last quarter, it has reached 6.3 million lifetime copies, effectively overtaking the lifetime sales of the original Street Fighter 2. Meanwhile, the Monster Hunter franchise hit a total of 125 million units, with Monster Hunter Wilds reaching 11 million copies. While Wilds has faced some criticism for performance issues on PC, it remains a pillar of Capcom's 2026 strategy alongside Monster Hunter Rise, which currently sits at 18.2 million units.
The full list includes 125 titles that have sold over 1 million copies. You can find all of these titles below:
KitGuru says: Capcom's current run is a masterclass in managing a legacy library while launching high-quality modern hits. By leveraging transmedia efforts and an aggressive “Switch 2” porting strategy for titles like Street Fighter 6, Capcom has ensured that its IPs stay relevant and profitable long after their initial launch window. With Resident Evil Requiem just weeks away, the company looks set to end its fiscal year on a high note.
The post Resident Evil franchise tops 183 million sales, SF6 surpasses Street Fighter 2 first appeared on KitGuru.The normal rule of thumb is, if you want smooth, low latency gaming, you're better off with a wired network. But Intel reckons its Killer NIC technology can deliver the throughput and response for any kind of online entertainment – particularly when combined with WiFi 7. We explored what Intel Killer NIC has to offer, using an MSI laptop equipped with the technology and an ASUS router.
You probably won't be buying Intel Killer NIC WiFi technology on its own. You can purchase M.2 cards to upgrade your laptop, but the more likely approach will be obtaining the capabilities built into hardware from third parties. In our case, we based our review on an MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG laptop, equipped with Intel Killer BE WiFi 7 networking, and an ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 wireless gaming router. The latter has the the ability to prioritise traffic from client systems with the Intel Killer Prioritization Engine, of which more later in this review.
The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 is an extremely high-end WiFi 7 router. This has a BE25000 rating, implying an aggregate 25,000Mbps bandwidth. This is split between four WiFi radios. The 2.4GHz one delivers up to 1,376Mbps, then there are two 5GHz radios offering 5,764Mbps apiece, and finally a single 6GHz radio providing 11,529Mbps. With the right WiFi 7 client, extremely high bandwidths will be available.
The main benefits of Intel Killer NIC technology come from configurations that optimise for different use cases, particularly gaming. The Intel Killer Prioritization Engine lets you give certain websites and apps precedence. The Intelligence Engine lets you analyse WiFi performance. DoubleShot Pro enables aggregation of wired LAN and WiFi for increased bandwidth. Read on to find out how this all works in practice.
The MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG is available from Scan UK for £2,699.99 inc VAT.
The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 is available from Scan UK for £599.99 inc VAT.
Specification (ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98):
Specification (MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG):
In a historic move for the French video game industry, the Ministry of Culture has officially appointed the development team at Sandfall Interactive as Chevaliers (Knights) of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Order of Arts and Letters). The ceremony, held in Paris on February 6th, recognised the studio for its contribution to national culture following the success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
This honour is rarely bestowed upon an entire studio, typically reserved for an individual. Some of those include Shigeru Miyamoto and Michel Ancel. Founders Guillaume Broche, Tom Guillermin, and François Meurisse, along with other team members, received the Order's medals. The studio later shared a statement on LinkedIn, noting that they hoped their journey would inspire other creators to take the plunge into ambitious narrative work. Minister of Culture Rachida Dati, who presided over the knighthood ceremony, emphasised that the decoration serves to validate video games as an “essential cultural industry” and a legitimate art form.
Set in a world inspired by the French Belle Époque, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has reportedly sold over 5 million copies since its April 2025 release, praised for its unique blend of traditional turn-based RPG mechanics and reactive, rhythm-based gameplay.
The award comes just months after Sandfall Interactive achieved a record-breaking sweep at The Game Awards 2025, where Expedition 33 took home nine trophies, including the prestigious Game of the Year. It was the first time a French-developed title won the top prize at the ceremony, prompting public congratulations from President Emmanuel Macron, who described the Montpellier-based studio as a “source of great pride”.
KitGuru says: The “knighting” of Sandfall Interactive is more than just a ceremonial pat on the back. While the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres has recognised gaming legends in the past, awarding the title of Chevalier to an entire team is unheard of. It effectively cements Expedition 33 as more than a commercial success but also as a permanent fixture of French cultural heritage.
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Some existing subscribers to YouTube TV are being treated to $80 in cumulative discounts spread out over the course of four monthly payments, though to our knowledge, Google isn't advertising or actively promoting the potential savings. If you're a subscriber, this means you'll have to put in some minor legwork to check if you're eligible.
Your The tale of Overwatch is one that begins with great success and was seemingly ending in relative failure, with the rebranding to Overwatch 2 ultimately doing more harm than good – especially as many of the ‘sequel’s promised features never came to be. Following the surprise announcement that the game is now dropping the 2 (among other welcome changes) Overwatch’s popularity has already seen a resurgence on Steam.
Despite the upcoming Season of Overwatch not yet going live, it appears as though many of the changes announced to be arriving with the relaunch have led to a great deal of excitement.
Though we only have one platform to go off of, in anticipation of the new Season 1, Overwatch has seen a major influx of players, with Steam concurrent numbers putting the title at 69,881 players – the highest figure since the game’s launch all the way back in 2023 (where it achieved a peak CCU of 75K).
Of course, of all platforms, Steam is likely one of the smallest for Overwatch, especially as Blizzard/Activision’s own Battle Net launcher takes priority on PC. That said, we will likely see a similar rise in interest across the board, especially once Season 1 actually launches. In case you missed it, full details on what to expect from this rebrand / overhaul can be found HERE.
KitGuru says: What do you think of the changes coming? Was the removal of the 2 necessary? Will this latest overhaul help them compete with Marvel Rivals? Let us know down below.
The post Overwatch sees massive surge in Steam players ahead of rebrand first appeared on KitGuru.While many expect the next-generation PlayStation 6 to be somewhat inline with Sony’s current console strategy, Microsoft’s next console is set to take things in quite the different direction. While details surrounding Xbox’s next-gen plans have leaked out in the past, we’ve now gotten newly updated specifics.
As reported by known Xbox insider Jez Corden (via Windows Central), the next-gen Microsoft console will seemingly function somewhat similarly to the ROG Xbox Ally – meaning “the Xbox interface will sit on top of Windows, disabling unnecessary processes to create a gaming-first environment.” As with the Ally, you will also be able to “exit out to full Windows.”
Of course, plans are subject to change, with Corden noting that Microsoft’s work on Windows 11 is still ongoing, writing: “Microsoft hasn't fully internally committed to a hard 2027 launch window for the next-gen Xbox platform, since so much of it hinges on improvements to Windows 11 and other factors. Microsoft's Windows and Xbox teams are collaborating harder than ever to get the OS into shape for a polished, console-like experience on Xbox.”
Beyond the mainline console, Microsoft is reportedly planning to continue their relationship with hardware manufacturers in the development of partnered consoles like the aforementioned ASUS ROG Ally – though they are also apparently still interested in making their own first-party handheld.
Of course, all of this is subject to change, especially as Microsoft has been pretty fickle in recent months/years. Regardless, it will be interesting to see what the console maker’s plans are for Xbox in this post-exclusive era.
KitGuru says: What do you think of Xbox’s leaked plans? Will this strategy succeed? Let us know your thoughts down below.
The post Insider offers additional details on next-gen Xbox plans first appeared on KitGuru.Team Ninja’s Nioh series has served as a solid take on FromSoftware’s Souls-like genre, with the first entry in 2017 doing enough to separate itself from other titles – though ultimately was not received as well as FromSoft’s soulsborne entries. While Nioh 2 was also received in a similar manner, it appears as though 3rd time was the charm, with the recently-released Nioh 3 achieving high praise and even higher player numbers.
With a Metacritic score of 86 and an OpenCritic rating of 85, Nioh 3 is right in line with its past two entries critically. However, when it comes to interest surrounding the title, the threequel is reaching new heights, amassing a concurrent player count of over 88k on Steam.
This marks a major record for publisher Koei Tecmo, with Nioh 3 seeing the highest peak CCU of any game on Steam from the publisher (with second place being the Team Ninja-developed Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty).
Nioh 2 meanwhile peaked at a CCU of 41k, with the original Nioh being all the way down at just 10k concurrents. It is worth noting however that Nioh 3 marks the first entry in the series to launch day-and-date on PC alongside PlayStation, and so this likely aided in its overall interest.
Regardless, Nioh 3 seems to be the step up that the series needed in order for it to be placed on almost-equal footing with FromSoftware’s own output. It will be interesting to see where Team Ninja goes from here.
KitGuru says: What do you think of Nioh 3? Is it a step up compared to the previous two entries? Does Team Ninja have the potential to go toe-to-toe with FromSoftware? Let us know down below.
The post Nioh 3 breaks records with highest Steam CCU in publisher history first appeared on KitGuru.Following leaks and rumours, Guerrilla Games officially announced and unveiled Horizon Hunters Gathering: a co-op focused title in the vein of Monster Hunter. In the wake of its announcement, known insider Jason Schreier confirmed that the project is being developed by the core Horizon team – and so don’t expect a proper Horizon 3 any time soon.
Following the official announcement for Horizon Hunters Gathering, fans of the franchise took to BlueSky to ask known industry insider Jason Schreier as to whether this spin-off is “being made by a separate team from Horizon 3?”
According to Schreier, “most of the studio” is working on Hunters Gathering. When asked for clarification as to whether this means the next mainline entry is a “long time” away from release, Schreier simply responded: “yup.”
Given the fact that Horizon Forbidden West launched back in 2022 (and that games are taking longer and longer to develop) there was little expectation that a 3rd entry was right around the corner.
That said, with a majority of devs working on Hunters Gathering, it appears as though the focus right now is on ensuring the co-op title proves to be a success.
KitGuru says: What do you think of Hunters Gathering? Will it fill your Horizon itch? Are you more interested in it or the NCSOFT-developed Steel Frontiers? Let us know down below.
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