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Season 5 is a triumph for Diablo 4, but here are 7 things that could make it truly legendary

Diablo 4 players are having a hell of a lot of fun with Season 5, the season of the Infernal Hordes. Here are some things that would make future seasons even greater.

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Collecting old Xbox 360 games used to be fun, but it's quickly getting far too expensive for normal gamers to enjoy and I hate it

With expiring licenses and digital stores going offline, collecting old games is quickly going from a fun hobby to something that's entirely dependent on how much money you have to spend.

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"The world's most powerful CPU" is AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X, and it's now available to buy alongside its 9900X sibling

AMD has now completed the launch of the first wave of Ryzen 9000 "Granite Ridge" desktop CPUs with the Ryzen 9 9950X and Ryzen 9 9900X. Here's what you need to know about the chips, including pricing, review highlights, and availability.

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Rumor: Another 'big' Xbox game is heading to PS5, to be announced next week

Xbox is continuing its process of moving its exclusive back catalogue to competing platforms like PlayStation, and fans are speculating on exactly what game it could be.

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AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and 9950X review: Team Red built the world's most powerful CPU and sent Intel back to school

The Ryzen 9 9950X is all-powerful if you can keep it cool, while the 9900X is cheaper and competes with Intel's Core i9-14900K. Whichever is right for you depends entirely on your software suite.

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The closest we're getting to Pokémon Legends: Arceus on Xbox Game Pass pleasantly surprised me

Creatures of Ava is a new addition to Xbox and PC Game Pass that has you document and save the native wildlife of a dying planet, and I really enjoyed it.

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Xbox Game Bar's new Compact Mode makes ROG Ally and Legion Go instantly MUCH better for handheld gaming

The Xbox Game Bar is an underrated tool on Windows 10 and 11. It gives you quick access to gaming controls on your PC. Now, Microsoft has created a more friendly version for handheld gaming PCs, such as the ASUS ROG Ally. Here's how it works.

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Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster preview — Beating up zombies in a mall has never looked so good

After playing the early hours of Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, the improved visuals and new quality of life features impress, but there's room for more optimization.

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Former Xbox studio Tango Gameworks and 'Hi-Fi Rush' have been acquired by PUBG's Krafton Inc, saving it from closure

Krafton of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds fame is picking up former Xbox studio Tango Gameworks, known for The Evil Within and Hi-Fi Rush. Microsoft has offered a statement, too.

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It took me over a year to realize my favorite thing about Baldur's Gate 3 — Strangely enough, I have Dragon Age: Inquisition to thank for this discovery

I've loved Baldur's Gate 3 since I first played it last year, but it wasn't until just recently that I realized one of my favorite things about this game. Honestly, I have Dragon Age: Inquisition to thank for this discovery.

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Diablo 4 offers a glimpse of what World of Warcraft would look like with modern AAA graphics

World of Warcraft is entering its 20th year, and its visuals could be described as a little ... dated. To celebrate the upcoming World of Warcraft expansion, Diablo 4 has offered a glimpse at what WoW might look like with modern visuals.

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This 27-inch WOLED with VRR and 240Hz is so close to being the perfect gaming monitor

For the most part, the 27-inch ASUS ROG Strix OLED has everything we'd want to see in a gaming monitor. Our review.

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Lenovo Legion Go successor: Expected release date, price, features and more

Here's everything we know about the successor to the Lenovo Legion Go, including details on its expected release date, price, specs and more.

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Destiny 2 dev Bungie promises fans the series has a future after layoffs, 'Payback' cancellation report: "Rest assured we remain committed to Destiny"

Following 220 layoffs last week, Destiny 2 developer Bungie has reaffirmed its commitment to the live service looter shooter in a new statement.

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AMD's "new mid-range champion" Ryzen 7 9700X and its Ryzen 5 9600X sibling are now available to buy

AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X are the first two Zen 5 desktop chips to launch, with Ryzen 9 versions expected to launch in a week's time. Here's what you need to know about the chips, including our review highlights, pricing, and availability.

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How to prevent Grok from using your data for AI training on X

X (formerly Twitter), by default, uses your posts and activities to train its Grok AI chatbot, but you can opt out of this experience in at least two ways. Here's how.

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Steam users spot leaked new 'helpfulness system' that filters out useless PC game reviews — is Valve finally addressing the problem?

A "new helpfulness system" accidentally pushed live by Valve suggests the company is planning to crack down on unhelpful and low-effort PC game reviews on Steam.

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Microsoft is reportedly using deception as fair game to get Windows 11 users to switch to Bing

Reports indicate Microsoft is using the Bing Wallpaper app to get Windows 11 users to switch to Bing as the "recommended browser settings" for fast and secure search results.

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Lenovo's latest ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 uses versatile designs and long battery life to counter some disappointments

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 features an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with integrated Intel Graphics, but its performance isn't what you'd expect. Our review.

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I'm thrilled with Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2's co-op experience — here's how it goes above and beyond

After playing an early build of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, I'm excited to see the rest of what developer Saber Interactive has built. Here's my preview.

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AMD Ryzen 7 9700X review: While Intel suffers setbacks, Team Red takes the mid-range gaming CPU crown

AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X desktop CPU offers improved performance at a lower price and power draw compared to previous chips and rivals at Intel, making it a solid mid-range option.

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AMD Ryzen 5 9600X review: Cheaper and more efficient than ever, Zen 5 tempts with an entry-level gaming CPU

AMD's Ryzen 5 9600X offers affordable gaming, excelling in single-core performance and power efficiency. However, minimal multi-core bumps won't benefit users with recent CPUs.

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Monster Hunter Wilds' Insect Glaive gameplay trailer reveals some huge quality of life changes

Capcom has just released the third weapon overview trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds. The latest trailer provides a glimpse of the Insect Glaive, a weapon that lets players jump into the air to chase flying monsters while fighting alongside a pet insect.

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Why including a keyboard with the next-gen Xbox and PlayStation would boost console gaming

Microsoft and Sony are both gearing up for the next generation of Xbox and PlayStation hardware. I think a significant way to shake up the industry would be to include a QWERTY keyboard as standard, enhancing social aspects of games that demand it.

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