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Steam’s December update finally brings a fully 64‑bit client to Windows, modernizing the platform after years of partial support

Steam’s December update brings long overdue 64 bit support to Windows, alongside controller improvements, chat moderation tools, and quality of life fixes across the platform.

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Thousands of gamers are installing Bazzite instead of sticking with Windows — and the reasons behind the shift are surprisingly compelling

Bazzite’s recent growth highlights how far Linux gaming is coming, even as anti-cheat limitations continue to hold it back.

Screenshot from the Bazzite sizzler video by Brandon Lester and the Oreon Project

Steam Replay 2025 shows older games dominate playtime, even with releases like Expedition 33

Steam Replay 2025 data shows most players continue to spend their time on older games, even as major new releases arrive throughout the year.

ARC Raiders, HollowKnight Silksong and Counter Strike 2 key images

Missed Black Friday? The SteamOS Legion Go S is still $150 off — plus 4 deals on essential accessories

The Lenovo Legion Go S (Z1 Extreme) is $150 off for the holidays. If you missed Black Friday, this is your best chance to grab the 32GB SteamOS handheld.

Lenovo Legion Go S (SteamOS) standing up and displaying Steam library.

Valve's "Steam Machine" gaming PC will be in trouble if this RAM pricing crisis worsens — should we expect gamers to foot another unwanted bill from AI-obsessed megacorps?

AI advancements are driving up the price of RAM, and it's giving gamers an awful reminder of how cryptocurrency did the same to GPUs. Can Valve navigate this crisis for its Steam Machine PC?

Valve Steam Machine gaming PC with Crucial DDR5 memory edited with artificial flames added by Gemini

Black Ops 7 fans could have been tempted by this limited edition graphics card, but I doubt you'll stand a chance of buying it — and no, it isn't NVIDIA this time

ASUS TUF Gaming's limited-edition RX 9070 XT GPU with Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 branding is limited to 1,000 units, but you could get one for free in AMD's sweepstakes.

ASUS AMD TUF Gaming Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card with Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 branding

I've been waiting for this Flight Sim joystick for months, and it's finally launching this weekend — could the "Foxtrot" be perfect?

Honeycomb Aeronautical's "Foxtrot Aviation Stick" is about to launch, and it's my most anticipated joystick for Microsoft Flight Simulator by far.

Honeycomb Aeronautical press event

Razer's BlackWidow V4 Pro Keyboard is now $50 off on Amazon — it's outstanding for gaming, work, and RGB-fuelled discos

There is a 20% discount going on for the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro Keyboard on Amazon, providing PC gamers and RGB lovers a prime opportunity to enjoy its rich technical features and high polling rates for a cheaper price.

Photograph of the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro Keyboard's side profile

Hackers infiltrate Discord’s ID checks, and it's bad news — 70,000 users' personal data exposed

Discord has confirmed a major third-party breach that exposed government ID photos and personal data from roughly 70,000 users worldwide, raising serious questions about the safety of new age verification systems.

Discord desktop app showing The Division server

Why we’d pick the Harpe Ace over the ASUS ROG Spatha X for our next gaming mouse

Multiple ASUS ROG PC gaming accessories are on sale for Prime Day. We've highlighted a deal we recommend and also provided warnings for one we don't.

Image of the ASUS ROG Harpe Ace Mini wireless gaming mouse.

We keep coming back to the Razer Huntsman Mini — here’s why it’s our go‑to compact keyboard

The Razer Huntsman Mini, one of Razer’s highest-rated 60% mechanical keyboards, is now on sale for $89.99 on Amazon. Compact yet powerful, it features fast optical switches, durable PBT keycaps, and vibrant Chroma RGB lighting, making it an ideal pick for gamers and minimalist setups alike.

Razer Huntsman Mini 60% mechanical keyboard with RGB lighting, ideal for minimalist or smaller setups, shown in Windows Central Deals promotional banner.

The Xbox app will now show and run all your games from Steam, GOG, and more on Windows 11 — it's the new hub for PC gaming

Microsoft is rolling out a big update for the Xbox app on Windows 11 that transforms it into a hub for all gaming on Windows, not just Xbox games.

Lenovo Legion Go with the Xbox app

"Some need to learn how their PCs work" — Borderlands 4 head fires back as optimal settings for 68 GPUs released

Borderlands 4 was released on PC with some serious performance issues, and while the Gearbox CEO is arguing with gamers, a list of optimal settings for 68 different GPUs has arrived.

Gamers play the Borderlands 4 video game during the Gamescom video games trade fair at the Trade Fair Center in Cologne, western Germany, on August 21, 2025.

Hades 2 gets 1.0 update soon — bringing the full story of developer Supergiant’s first-ever sequel as it exits early access on PC

Hades 2 is launching in full on September 25, 2025, bringing the complete story for Supergiant Games' first-ever sequel.

Melinoe with her blade in Hades 2

Xbox has revealed a new Handheld Compatibility Program along with the Xbox Ally release date — it could fix what Steam Deck still gets wrong

During Gamescom 2025, Xbox revealed a new Handheld Compatibility Program for its Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. It's potentially a more robust system than Steam Deck verification.

Xbox Ally and Steam Deck on a green background.

NVIDIA’s GeForce NOW just leveled up to RTX 5080 — here’s what that means for gamers

NVIDIA GeForce NOW is about to transform with RTX 5080-class performance and a massive expansion of its game library.

Steam Deck console with NvIdia GeForce Now interface on screeen

What makes a perfect video game intro? These 7 PC games are the best I've ever played that show you how first impressions are everything!

Some games have such powerful openings that they suck you in right away. Here are the seven best PC games with the most compelling intros.

A screenshot from Final Fantasy XVI showing a young boy staring up with blood on his face and yelling.

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