Conventional IPS portable displays are plenty in the market, but OLED, Mini LED, and QLED displays are still less common. After having used several IPS portable monitors as well as a 16-inch OLED from Uperfect, I got the opportunity to try out the company's new offering, which is a 4K QLED portable monitor. At this point, it's hard to ignore QLED or any other non-conventional LED panels, and this is why the new GR19BU makes complete sense to remain in the market, offering users a better alternative. The Uperfect GR19BU is a 19-inch QLED display that carries some great specifications […]

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In the world of PC gaming performance analysis, we tend to obsess over frame times, and for good reason. A simple average FPS number can be extremely misleading, while a frame time graph can immediately show you whether a game is delivering frames smoothly or whether it is suffering from stutters, hitches, CPU/platform bottlenecks, or other forms of inconsistent frame pacing. However, as useful as frame times are, there is one major problem with relying on them alone: they do not always tell us what the player actually sees on the monitor. This is especially important nowadays, as modern PC […]

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There are several excellent budget and mid-range gaming monitors from GIGABYTE that are currently available for dirt-cheap prices. GIGABYTE Lists 27-inch WOLED 240Hz for Just $349, While its Fast IPS Monitors With 1440p Resolution are now Retailing at $145-$159 The Prime Day deals are here, and it has begun with some exciting display deals for gamers. Popular hardware and monitor maker GIGABYTE has listed some excellent deals on Amazon, which you can avail today, starting at just $145. Whether your budget is less than $150 or over $400, you can have an excellent gaming display for your setup that provides […]

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ArenaNet and its parent company, NCSoft, have announced Mistbound, an official Guild Wars digital collectible card game developed in collaboration with bilibili.

The newly revealed title moves the franchise into the CCG genre following the recent announcement of Guild Wars 3. According to the publishers, the game's mechanics draw inspiration from the franchise's card-game roots, noting that character attributes in the original MMO mirrored deck-building customisation.

NC's design uses a 5×3 grid and dynamic movement as its core gameplay features. Deployed unit and commander cards can be repositioned turn by turn across the grid to counter opponent movements. Combat encounters will feature positional mechanics such as knockbacks, pulls, and flanking manoeuvres.

Familiar characters will step onto the grid as playable commanders, offering unique abilities alongside voice performances from series regulars. The soundtrack will also feature contributions from original Guild Wars musicians. There's no official release date for the title yet, though the project is currently in active development.

KitGuru says: Taking the Guild Wars into a grid-based tactical card game is an unexpected turn for the franchise, but mixing traditional deck-building with active grid movement could offer an interesting twist.

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Yesterday, NC, ArenaNet, and bilibili announced Mistbound, the first collectible card game set in the world of Guild Wars. The game is licensed by ArenaNet, developed by NC, and published globally by bilibili, targeting PC and mobile platforms. Colin Johanson, Studio Head at ArenaNet, said in a statement: We felt it was time to give Guild Wars fans a new way to play together, inspired by the card game roots of the franchise, where they could compete in a competitive PvP arena in a CCG game space. Having all those experiences they love of the characters and creatures and the […]

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GIGABYTE has launched its latest budget OLED gaming monitor, which brings excellent specifications at an affordable price tag. GIGABYTE Debuts GO27Q24G 27-inch WOLED Gaming Monitor at $399 on Amazon; 0.03 ms Response Time, 240Hz, DisplayHDR True Black 400 Certification, and AMD FreeSync Premium Support Popular hardware and peripheral maker, GIGABYTE, has launched its latest and one of the most affordable OLED gaming monitors. The company has also announced the availability of the GO27Q24G 27-inch WOLED monitor on major retailers such as Amazon at a price tag of $399, which puts it against the most affordable 27-inch OLED monitor on the […]

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When it comes to specs on a budget, the GIGABYTE M27Q2 is hard to beat, delivering over 200 Hz refresh rate for just under $180. One of the Best Budget QHD IPS Gaming Monitors Drops from $249 to Just $179: Introducing the GIGABYTE M27Q2, a Solid IPS Monitor That Can Hit 210 Hz Refresh Rate GIGABYTE is already one of the most dominant hardware makers and is equally solid when it comes to the peripherals. Apart from dominating the graphics card and motherboard segments, the company offers some decent options in its peripheral catalog. From gaming mice to gaming monitors, […]

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One would need a way stronger GPU than the GeForce RTX 5090 to push frame rates even over 60 at 6K resolution. Samsung Launches Odyssey G8 G80HS, World's First 6K Gaming Monitor, Alongside More G8 Models Such as 5K@180Hz and 4K@240Hz Samsung is quickly advancing in the display field by introducing newer flagship models. It has already been at the forefront when it comes to launching the leading QD-OLED panels using the 4th gen OLED panel, but it has now unlocked a new achievement by rolling out the world's first 6K OLED gaming monitor. As per Samsung, the 2026 monitor […]

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ASUS has introduced its first ever ROG-Branded DDR5 memory modules featuring up to 48 GB capacities for around $900 US. ASUS ROG RGB Edition 20 DDR5 Memory Modules Are Now Official, Support For Intel XMP and AMD EXPO Profiles Last year, ASUS was rumored to be planning to enter the memory business, and today, at its ROG 20th Anniversary event, the company has introduced its first-ever "ROG-Branded" modules with specs and a unique BIOS mode. Starting with the specifications, the ASUS ROG Edition 20 DDR5 memory modules seem to come in just one kit at the moment. These include two […]

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After having reviewed several portable monitors from Uperfect, I got my hands on the UFree V, a new portable monitor which promises completely "wireless" operation. As soon as I read that, my interest sparked several folds since conventional portable monitors aren't "truly" portable, as you still have to power them using an outlet and connect them to a device. Portable monitors are usually much lighter and thinner than regular desktop monitors, but UFree V brings both a lighter and thinner build, alongside wireless operation. After having tested the UFree V, I have been eager to explain the pros and cons […]

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Today, NC America confirmed that the MMORPG AION 2 will launch later this year globally, following its original debut in South Korea on November 19, 2025. That version was made for mobile and accessible on PC only via NC's own Purple launcher. However, the global version has been built specifically for PC, according to the new press release, and it will also be distributed via Steam. In fact, you can already wishlist the game on Valve's store. The global servers will be hosted locally in North America, South America, Europe, and Japan, providing a latency-conscious gameplay experience for many users. […]

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Valve's newest Proton update has quietly removed one of Linux gaming's biggest hassles. Through Wine 11 integration and major optimizations, Proton 11 brings Linux to Windows-level playability. Valve's Proton 11 Boosts Linux Gaming With Wine 11, DXVK 2.7, Launcher Fixes and Massive Optimizations With continuous improvements, Linux has been growing steadily over the past few years, closing the gap with the Windows OS when it comes to gaming performance. Valve's latest Proton 11.0 Beta 1 has now removed all the major hassles to ensure gamers can have Windows-level playability on Linux operating systems, thanks to Wine 11. The Proton 11.0 […]

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The new IPS gaming monitor caters to gamers who want to afford a high-refresh-rate operation without breaking the bank. Philips Introduces Evnia 27M2N5201P 27-inch IPS Gaming Monitor, Featuring 260 Hz Refresh Rate, 1ms GtG Response Time, and HDR10 Support at $215 Popular monitor maker, Philips, has introduced a new affordable offering for gamers that are on a tight budget, but want some competitive specifications for fast-paced gaming. Most budget gaming monitors these days offer over 200 Hz refresh rate under $200, and the newly launched Evnia 27M2N5201P can touch 260 Hz refresh rate for ultra smooth gaming experience. The Evnia […]

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After announcing at Computex that it would launch a full system, Thermalright has finally made its debut in the pre-built PC market with the AI HydroNous R1. The system features an LCD panel and is powered by an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, cooled by an integrated liquid-cooling unit.

As spotted by ITHome, the system houses an integrated 180mm AIO liquid cooler for the CPU, along with LCP fans, supporting a 176W TDP, far above the Ryzen AI Max+ 395's 120W limit. That means the cooler should allow the CPU to sustain boost clock speeds for longer periods of time. Unfortunately, we do not yet know what RAM the system uses.

 

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The chassis includes a 4.6-inch front-facing monitoring screen managed via the TRCC software. This display provides real-time data, including CPU frequency, temperatures, load, time, and date. The interior is designed for user access, featuring two SSD slots positioned behind the left side panel and a dedicated heatsink.

Connectivity is distributed across the top, rear, and bottom of the case. The I/O includes two USB 4.0 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, an HDMI output, and a DisplayPort. Networking is handled by dual Ethernet ports, providing 2.5GbE and 10GbE speeds. A 3.5mm audio jack and an SD card reader are also included.

KitGuru says: By the looks of it, the AI HydroNous R1 won't come cheap, but given it's from Thermalright, we might be surprised.

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The PC cooler industry remains vibrant with several options for users to select from. There are several well-known and go-to brands for cooling enthusiasts, but every once in a while, we get an opportunity to review products from companies that are unheard of. ASRock is the latest entrant in this market who have been steadily expanding its PC hardware and component reach into various segments. At CES, we got to see their full-fledged lineup, ranging from entry-level to mainstream and high-end designs. Today, we are going to test one of their latest gaming AIO coolers, the Steel Legend 360 LCD, […]

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Dual-mode monitors are trending, and we see major monitor makers introducing several such displays that can switch between two different display configurations. This way, the dual-mode displays are able to double the refresh rate at lower resolutions, bringing more smoothness for gameplay. This is particularly convenient for gamers who often switch between slow-paced and fast-paced titles. Unfortunately, dual-mode configuration isn't very common on portable monitors, which are already limited in their feature set. I have seen that UPERFECT is one of the very few monitor makers that tend to bring something unique to the table every few months, and is […]

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Brinc launched its newest 911 response drone this week, as the company seeks to expand its prominence in the public safety industry.