Valve software boss Gabe Newell recently talked with Develop about the upcoming Steam Machines, which are slated to go on sale next week along with the Steam Controller and Steam Link. He said that at console price points, there will be Steam Machines such as Alienware’s model that will be faster than the PlayStation 4…
Top Deal: Picture yourself on a business trip. You’re in a hotel room, it’s late, you can’t sleep, and there’s nothing on TV. What do you do? You could whip out your Ultrabook and surf the web, which is entertaining for the first 15 minutes. Or you can pat yourself on the back for having…
Microsoft and OEMs aren’t on the same page Microsoft is putting forth its best effort to get everyone with a Windows PC to upgrade to Windows 10, the last major version of Windows the company ever plans on releasing. But are OEM vendors on the same page as Microsoft? Perhaps not. As part of an…
Treyarch’s Zombies is still my all-time favorite co-op shooter. It’s a chilling challenge that pits you and some friends against relentless waves of zombies. Your arsenal: constant communication, careful teamwork, and whatever firearms you can scrounge from the all-important Mystery Box. It’s demanding of its players but, in the end, an immensely rewarding experience that…
Peripherals for Overwatch fans Blizzard has a history of developing and publishing popular franchises, ones like Diablo, Warcraft, and StarCraft. Will Overwatch be another one? Razer’s banking on it by readying a trio of peripherals themed after the upcoming shooter. The officially licensed Overwatch peripherals include a themed BlackWidow keyboard and DeathAdder mouse, both with…
A sensitive rodent Razer is introducing a third Naga mouse into its stable of gaming rodents, the Naga Chroma. Not to be confused with the Naga Epic Chroma or the regular Naga, the new Naga Chroma gets what Razer considers an upgrade to a 5G laser sensor capable of tracking up to a “true” 16,000…
Lian-Li is probably best known for its PC cases. However, on Thursday the company announced its partnership with Overclockers UK to bring its very first waterblock to the United States. Called the CB-01, the device is made of solid copper and coated with nickel along with a final layer of tin-cobalt for added durability and…
Running on all cylinders At a Glance Fast (+) Beautiful; powerful; stays cool and quiet; impeccable paint job. Furious (-) No custom cooler; having to remove top lid is annoying; no underglow. In many ways, owning an enthusiast rig is like owning a high-end sports car. They are often both bold and beautiful on the…
This episode can barely be contained by the confines of the mp3 format! Today, we’re honored again to speak with the President of Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios Shuhei Yoshida. Yoshida-san discusses the strong presence of PlayStation VR at Paris Games Week. Plus, we sit with Jack Mathews from Armature Studios and talk Dead Star…
Breathe wireless like into those Wi-Fi dead spots Pesky obstacles like walls and doors can impede a wireless signal, especially the further away you are from your home’s router. Luma’s solution is to use multiple routers to create a mesh network that’s customized to your specific dwelling. Not everyone needs that kind of coverage. Maybe…