Cooler Master Hyper 212 Pro review

The Hyper 212 is a legend. I was still in school when it first came out—the early 2000s, I believe—and it’s remained an undying recommendation for some PC builders ever since. I’m not surprised it’s still around either, being a cheap and capable cooler, though I am surprised Cooler Master is still able to find…

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Steam introduces new rule prohibiting ‘certain kinds’ of adult content that might make Visa or Mastercard unhappy: ‘Financial deplatforming in action’

Devs are biting their nails over a new Steam rule that prohibits—in painfully vague terms—certain kinds of content on its platform. The new rule (seemingly introduced incredibly recently, and definitely introduced since the Wayback Machine’s last Steam rules snapshot from April 14 this year) forbids “Content that may violate the rules and standards set forth…

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A game I can only describe as ‘gooner Fortnite’ has an upcoming closed beta test where you can see your own melons for the ultimate immersion

In 1998, Trespasser: Jurassic Park: The Lost World revolutionised gaming forever by slapping a health bar tattoo on the protagonist’s boobs, forcing you to stare down at her cleavage in order to discern how close to death you were. Videogames have been too cowardly to ascend to such heights since—limiting their powers to some visible…

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My desktop has been overrun by virtual pop sensation Hatsune Miku goodies from Asus, but I’m here to tell you that it really is a case of style over substance

Everyone knows that when it comes to setting up your PC peripherals, it’s all about aesthetics. Okay. Well, maybe not always. A lot of the time it’s more worthwhile to invest in high quality products that enhance your gaming experience, but hey, what’s wrong with having a little fun and flair at your desk? I’ll…

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