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Articles by Peter Donnell
Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis Celebrates Franchise’s 30th Anniversary With New Gameplay Teaser
It’s the 30th anniversary of one of gaming’s most iconic action-adventure franchises, which makes me feel old, because I remember the launch of the original on the PlayStation 1, but of course, back then, we just called it the PlayStation. Amazon Game Studios and Crystal Dynamics have shared a brand-new teaser trailer for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.
Save Mass Effect Petition Hits Over 200K Signatures After EA Closes BioWare
The sudden closure of legendary developer BioWare hit the gaming community pretty hard, and the subsequent cancellation of the next mainline entry in the Mass Effect franchise even harder, but about zero folk were worried we wouldn’t get another Anthem.
Corsair Unveils Special Edition Cyberpunk 2077 Arasaka White And Edgerunners 2 Gaming Gear
Corsair has partnered once again with CD Projekt Red to launch two new ranges of officially licensed gaming peripherals inspired by Night City. Following on from the original black Arasaka Edition range released last December to celebrate the fifth anniversary of Cyberpunk 2077, fans now have two distinct themes to choose from with the arrival of the Corsair x Cyberpunk 2077: Arasaka White Collection and the all-new Corsair x Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Collection.
GameSir Launches G7 Pro 8K PC Phantom Blade Zero Edition Controller
GameSir has just revealed the launch of the G7 Pro 8K PC x Phantom Blade Zero Edition, a special-edition gamepad built in collaboration with developer S-GAME. Inspired by the upcoming Unreal Engine 5 Wuxia action title, which follows an elite warrior named Soul with just 66 days left to live. I’ll be honest, I don’t know the game, but the design on the controller does look pretty dope. The new controller combines its unique design with the high-speed hardware needed for competitive PC gaming.
Philips Evnia Unveils 36M4C5500P, The World’s First 36-Inch 260Hz Ultrawide Gaming Monitor
Ultrawide gaming monitors have been dominated by the standard 34-inch form factor for years, leaving gamers with very few options if they want a slightly larger screen without jumping straight up to a massive 40-inch or TV-sized panel. Philips Evnia is looking to bridge that gap with the announcement of the 36M4C5500P, which the company claims is the world’s first 36-inch gaming monitor to feature a 260Hz refresh rate.
Thermaltake Launches Incredible Dual-System AI Workstations and High-End Gaming PCs
Thermaltake is best known to many enthusiasts for its extensive range of PC cases, power supplies, and cooling hardware, but the company has been steadily expanding its pre-built systems recently.
BIWIN Amber ME300 MicroSD UHS-I Review
Our Verdict Big storage in such a tiny form factor still amazes me, but the ME300 backs that up with fast performance that makes it ideal for portable gaming devices. The horrors of the current storage market became more than just a news headline for me this month, I had to do the awful thing, try and get a new MicroSD card.
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Philips Announces Affordable 27-Inch and 31.5-Inch 144Hz Curved QHD Monitors
Finding a solid all-rounder monitor that handles daily office tasks just as well as evening gaming sessions does not always require spending a fortune. Philips has officially expanded its display line-up with the announcement of the 27E3C2500 and 32E3C2500, a pair of curved QHD monitors aimed at home workers and gamers looking for high refresh rates on a sensible budget. Both displays are built around a 1500R curved VA panel with a 2560 x 1440 (QHD) resolution.
First Gran Turismo 7 PC Gameplay Surfaces Using Custom KytyPS5 PS5 Emulator Build
With Sony shelving plans for an official PC port Gran Turismo 7, one of the few games from the Nvidia driver leak years ago that never did surface on PC, unfortunately, the emulation community has stepped in to fill the gap. Fresh footage shared on YouTube showcases Gran Turismo 7 booting into menus and running full in-game races on a desktop PC using the open-source KytyPS5 PlayStation 5 emulator.
AMD Software Adrenalin 26.10.1 WHQL Driver Brings FSR 4.1 Support to Radeon RX 6000 GPUs
AMD has rolled out its latest Software: Adrenalin Edition 26.10.1 WHQL graphics driver, delivering a welcome surprise for owners of older hardware well ahead of schedule.
Cyberpunk 2077 Patch 2.5 Leaks Early
Even though Cyberpunk 2077 has been with us for a good few years now, CD Projekt RED is still not quite finished tinkering with Night City! While the studio officially confirmed that Update 2.5 is on the way to celebrate the Netflix premiere of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, the full scope of the patch appears to have leaked ahead of schedule. And a video from WesNemo accidentally published a breakdown early after receiving advance access from the developers.
BenQ ScreenBar Max Dual Monitor Desk Lamp Review
Our Verdict Between its class-leading build-quality and exceptional lighting performance, it's hard not to love this thing. It transformed the aesthetics of my desktop space, and if that's for you, I can't recommend it enough. BenQ has built a strong reputation in the PC market, not just for its wide range of gaming and professional monitors, although largely it is because of those. I’ve been a user of one of their 4K projectors for years now, and I have to say, it’s pretty fantastic.
PlayStation 5 Firmware 14.10 Cracked Ahead of GTA 6 Launch
Sony‘s ongoing battle with the console modding community has taken another major turn just weeks before the biggest gaming launch of the decade. According to reports, the PlayStation 5 system software 14.10 has already been compromised by homebrew developer Gezine, despite Sony only rolling out the security patch at the start of October. What’s worse for Sony and Rockstar is the timing of this specific breakthrough.
Open-Source Launcher Brings Xbox PC Game Pass Store to SteamDeck and Linux
For years, anyone running a Linux desktop or a handheld like the Steam Deck had two main options if they wanted to access their PC Game Pass library: either dual-boot Windows or settle for streaming titles over the internet via Xbox Cloud Gaming, which is far from the best experience, but it does work.
PC Modder Uses Claude To Fix Oblivion Remastered Stuttering and More!
When The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered released last year, I was excited to revisit one of my all time favourite games, and the land of Cyrodiil. With a modern Unreal Engine 5 overhaul, it looked fantastic, but frankly, it ran like s***. Unfortunately, this is the case with many titles running on Unreal Engine 5, the celebratory mood was quickly dampened by severe CPU bottlenecks, erratic frame pacing, and relentless traversal stuttering that are synonymous with the engine.
OLED is Great, But Don’t Discount Mini-LED for Gaming in 2026
Our Verdict LCD is great for budget, and premium OLED are great for perfect black levels, but when it comes to a bright, vibrant image and consistency, mini-LED shines above all else. Choosing the right monitor used to be pretty simple, and depending on your budget and requirements, it still can be. Typically, you’d just get the biggest one you could afford, and a resolution your graphics card could handle. For most people that was 24-inch to 32-inch, 1080p, 1440p or 4K.
Samson Developer Liquid Swords Declares Bankruptcy After Staff Go Months Without Pay
The games industry has seen an influx of studio closures and financial struggles over the past couple of years, and unfortunately, another developer has just been added to that growing list. Liquid Swords, the Swedish development studio founded in 2020 by Avalanche Studios co-founder and Just Cause co-director Christofer Sundberg, has officially been declared bankrupt. According to reports a formal bankruptcy order was issued against the studio on October 12.
Pulsar Unveils the eS Xlite Wireless Gaming Mouse with 42,000 DPI XS2 Sensor
Pulsar Gaming Gears and VAXEE Corporation have just launched the new Pulsar eS Xlite gaming mouse. Created through an exclusive development partnership between the two peripheral specialists, who I’ll admit right now, I haven’t heard of before. However, the new mouse is built specifically for competitive esports players.
Driveclub Recomp Hits PC with Native 8K Support, Ultrawide, and Unlocked Frame Rates
Evolution Studios’ 2014 PlayStation 4 exclusive racing title, Driveclub, has long been a favourite among racing fans, despite Sony delisting the game in 2019 and shutting down its online servers in 2020. For years, the game remained locked at 1080p and 30 FPS on PlayStation without even receiving a PS4 Pro or PS5 patch. That’s a real shame, as the game is a bit of a gem for racing fans.
Halo: Combat Evolved Multiplayer and Firefight Ported to Nintendo 64
The retro modding and decompilation community has delivered some remarkable projects over the years, but this last few weeks it has gone absolutely bonkers. The latest creation to surface is Halo 64, an experimental port that takes the multiplayer component of Bungie’s iconic Xbox launch title, Halo: Combat Evolved, and gets it running on the Nintendo 64.
MSI RTX 5080 16G COD MW4 EDITION OC Launches This Month
Sorry about the blurry images on this article, MSI sent their PR via a potato. MSI has partnered with Activision to release the limited-edition MSI GeForce RTX 5080 16G COD MW4 EDITION OC graphics card. Designed to celebrate the arrival of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, this custom model combines an NVIDIA‘s 16GB RTX 5080 GPU architecture (no surprise there) with a MW4 design that gives it a bit more of a unique twist.
PowerColor Low-Profile Radeon RX 9050 8GB Graphics Card Leaks
Small form factor PC builders looking for an entry-level RDNA 4 upgrade may soon have another option, as leaks suggest that PowerColor is currently developing a low-profile version of AMD‘s Radeon RX 9050 8GB graphics card, which would make it the first compact half-height design spotted for this specific GPU tier.
Grand Theft Auto VI Launch Trailer Just Dropped
The hype for GTA VI came, went, and retired some years ago for me, this is a game long long long overdue. But fear not, as a second generation of hype is building for myself, and I’m sure for many others. There’s been a few trailers already, and some “leek” leaks, if you know what I mean.
Epic Games Bragged About Beating Steam’s Boot Times So Valve Dropped A Patch
If you have spent any time gaming on PC over the last several years, you will be well aware that the Epic Games Launcher has never exactly been praised for its snappy performance. Recently, Epic Games decided to tackle that reputation head-on by unveiling a preview version of its rebuilt Epic Games Launcher V2, which the company proudly noted was developed with heavy AI assistance.
KDE Celebrates 30 Years With Plasma 6.8 Release
Linux desktop environments have seen massive leaps in usability over the last few years, helped along in no small part by Valve adopting the Plasma desktop for SteamOS on the Steam Deck. The user base continues to grow, as do the demands from modern hardware and monitors.
Gears of War: E-Day October 14 Patch Fixes Memory Leaks, Horde Siege, and Campaign Bugs and Much More!
Following the launch of Gears of War: E-Day earlier this month, developer The Coalition has just deployed the game’s first major post-launch title update. The prequel has already proved to be a visually impressive entry to the series, but in true UE5 fashion, it’s had its hiccups across PC, console, and gaming handhelds.
Jailbroken PS5 Storefront Overdrive Taken Down, But Clones Already Spawning
The piracy battle between manufacturers and the modding scene is nothing new, and Sony has just dealt with a rather brutal swipe at the PlayStation 5 ecosystem. Overdrive, an unofficial storefront built specifically for modified PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles, offered around 1600 games and DLC for free, but has been pulled offline just days after going viral. The storefront was reportedly built using Anthropic’s Claude AI and relied on the “Relapse” exploit chain to run on modified hardware.
Microsoft Launches Xbox Labs Following Surge In AI Decompilations And Browser Ports
Microsoft has officially announced the formation of Xbox Labs, a dedicated experimental division created to explore how emerging artificial intelligence tools, rapid code translation, and community-driven modding are reshaping video game development.
Stealthy RGB-Free Thermaltake OB360 AIO Revealed
Thermaltake has revealed the OB360 AIO Liquid Cooler, an all-in-one cooling solution aimed at those who prefer a stealthy, industrial aesthetic over a light show. While many coolers focus on bright RGB colours, or even digital displays, the OB360 opts for a sleek black finish complete with diagonal textured grooves. This cooler is designed to handle demanding workloads while maintaining a clean look inside your PC chassis without unnecessary flair.
Epic Games Transitions to AI-First Development for Delayed Disney Shooter
Rumours are swirling around Epic Games and its future development strategies. Following a recent report from Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier, it appears the gaming giant is heavily pivoting towards artificial intelligence for its upcoming projects. The move towards AI-driven workflows is supposedly starting with a highly anticipated, albeit unannounced, Disney shooter. According to the leak, a senior staff member at Epic Games informed employees that the studio is transitioning to an AI-first workflow.
Play Resident Evil 2 Remake and BioShock With Friends Thanks to New Co-Op Mods
If you have ever wanted to explore Raccoon City or Rapture with a friend, the modding community has delivered. Two new unofficial cooperative modifications have been released, allowing PC gamers to team up in the campaign modes of both Resident Evil 2 Remake and BioShock. While both projects are still in their early stages, they introduce an impressive array of multiplayer features to these historically single-player classics.
Everything’s an Xbox as Jailbroken PS5s Get Xbox Cloud
The PlayStation 5 homebrew scene has been busy lately, and the newest project breaks down one of the biggest console barriers around. Developer RafaelNGP has released an unofficial Xbox Cloud Gaming client that allows users to play Xbox titles directly on Sony hardware, bringing a touch of “everything’s an Xbox” to the PlayStation, not forgetting that people are already using Xbox emulators on PS5 consoles this week too… it’s a strange time for game modders, that’s for sure.
Jailbroken PlayStation 5 Consoles Can Now Emulate PS2 Games Directly From Physical Discs
The homebrew community is at it again, and this time, the PlayStation 5 is the target. A new version of the PCSX2 emulator, aptly named PS5SX2, has emerged for jailbroken PS5 consoles. The big news is that it allows users to dump and play their PlayStation 2 games directly from the console’s internal SSD using the original physical discs. In the past, running retro games on newer hardware often meant navigating the grey waters of downloading digital backups.
Steam Crushes Previous Milestones With 43.5 Million Online Users
Sundays are typically a day of rest, but for PC gamers, it is clearly prime time for getting online. Valve’s massively popular gaming client has just smashed its own concurrent user record, reaching a staggering 43.5 million players logged in simultaneously. I know I’m at least three of those, given the number of systems I have to run, but still, that’s a LOT of people. What makes this particularly interesting is the timing.
Play God of War 3 Remastered on PC From Start to Finish With New Unofficial Port
One of the defining action games of the PlayStation 3 era, later polished up for the PlayStation 4, is finally playable on PC. That’s right, an unofficial PC port of God of War 3 Remastered has been released, allowing PC gamers to unleash Kratos’ fury from start to finish. This ambitious project is built upon Supermedo’s Windows port, which itself utilises elements from deadinside28’s Bloodborne PC project and specific God of War 3 fixes from cuesta4’s shadPS4 fork.
UGREEN MagFlow Pro Liquid Cooled Magnetic Power Bank Review
UGREEN continues to dominate the mobile charging market, with an incredible range of power banks, cables, charging docks and so much more, and a wealth of positive user reviews and sales on platforms like Amazon, it’s easy to see why. Not only that, they’ve a big brand in general, making so many cables, mobile and networking devices, chances are you own a couple of their products already and might not have even noticed.
Formula V Line Air Power G10 PC Case Review
Formula V Line isn’t a name many of you will know, but they’re coming into the global PC market with full force this year. We first saw their new cases at Computex 2026, and we were blown away by their unique designs, build quality and value. From speaking with our friends in the industry, we weren’t the only ones impressed either, and I don’t even think we were the only ones to award their Air Power G10 at the show.
Formula V Line’s Tiling Fan Air Power G10 PC Case Now Available at Newegg
Formula V Line has officially made its debut in the US market with the launch of the Air Power G10. Originally teased at Computex 2026, this new mid-tower chassis brings some interesting cooling innovations to the case market, specifically targeting those who want more control over their system airflow without spending a fortune.
GMK TriggerKey Review – Lever-Based Actuation for Mechanical Keyboards
GMK has been a big name in the keyboard world, as one of the leading premium brands for mechanical keyboards, switches, and keycaps. However, today, they’re making a significant departure from standard keycap manufacturing with the introduction of the TriggerKey, a mechanical key modification system engineered in Germany for PC enthusiasts, competitive gamers, and creatives that want something a little bit different.
SteelSeries Aeon Pro Xbox and PC Controller Review
SteelSeries is no stranger to the world of competitive peripherals, but their latest entry to the premium controller market, the Aeon Pro, looks set to tick all the right boxes for those looking for a high-end gamepad designed for PC and Xbox, and demand top-tier performance and versatility.
Intel Arc GPU Graphics Drivers 101.9034 Beta Now Available
PC gamers who are rocking Intel graphics cards and are looking forward to a weekend of gaming have a new update to install. Intel has officially rolled out its latest Beta driver for Arc graphics, bringing the version number up to 101.9034. While this particular release steps away from delivering a massive list of bug fixes for older titles, it is highly targeted at those looking to play two of this last weeks biggest releases; Gears of War E-Day and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve.
Why Microsoft Should Be Terrified Of SteamOS!
Windows 11 might finally be dead for PC gaming, and Microsoft should be absolutely terrified of what Valve is doing right now. For decades, Windows has held a complete monopoly on the PC market. It has been the default choice. The only choice. But Microsoft has recently developed an obsession with bloated artificial intelligence features, forced updates, and intrusive background services and it’s driving PC gamers completely insane which is where SteamOS enters the chat.
Unofficial Halo: Combat Evolved Browser Port Arrives With Split-Screen Co-Op and 128 Person Multiplayer
Developer Mitchell Hynes has successfully delivered a free, unofficial web browser port of the original Xbox version of Halo: Combat Evolved. Announced recently via X, the project allows gamers to jump straight into the full campaign without the need for traditional installations or dedicated hardware. Built upon the recent decompilation of the original Xbox code, the port specifically avoids the assets and alterations from the 2003 PC version.
AOC AGON PRO AGP257FT Monitor Features a 1000 Hz Fast IPS Panel
AGON, the elite gaming and pro monitor division of AOC has announced the AGON PRO AGP257FT, which officially takes the crown as the fastest monitor in their extensive line up. At 24.5-inch Full HD, this esports display boasts a staggering native 1000 Hz refresh rate that can be overclocked to 1050 Hz. Not that I suspect you’ll notice the extra 50 Hz, personally.
Keychron K8 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Keyboard Gets Walnut Special Edition
Keychron continue to do something interesting with their keyboards, with the concrete keyboard earlier this year, and now the much loved Keychron K8 HE has been treated to an All-Wood Special Edition. This trades the traditional plastic bottom case for a gorgeous and natural walnut wood design. I’ve owned and used the Keychron K10M for quite a while now, I have to admit I really like the direction they are taking with this new model.
SteelSeries Rival Pro & Sensei Pro Gaming Mouse Review
SteelSeries has long since established itself as a leading brand in the premium gaming peripherals market, and they were some of the first gaming mice I ever reviewed over a decade ago when I was starting out here at eTeknix! Their latest releases look set to continue that trend of high-end and competitive peripherals, and today, I have the new SteelSeries Rival Pro & Sensei Pro to take a look at, although they’re remarkably similar gaming mice on the surface, but come with different...
SteelSeries Unveil Next-Generation Sensei Pro and Rival Pro Gaming Mice
SteelSeries has been a huge part of the PC gaming space for a long time now, and as part of their 25th-anniversary celebrations, SteelSeries has just unveiled a major new chapter for two of the most recognisable gaming mice in the business. The Sensei and Rival series are returning, with their absolutely top-tier flagship Sensei Pro and Rival Pro, with some fantastic innovations in both their wireless connectivity and battery capabilities.
Turtle Beach Unveil Vulcan II XP Air Wireless Keyboard
Good news for Turtle Beach fans today, as they’ve just revealed they’re expanding the award-winning Vulcan II keyboard family, adding this brand-new wireless model, which will compliment the lovely wired version that was revealed at Gamescom last month! The Turtle Beach Vulcan II XP Air, is their latest premium full-size wireless mechanical gaming keyboard built on the award-winning low-profile Vulcan design.
Mojang Unveils the First New Dimension in 15 Years – The Sift!
It has been a long time since we saw something this big added, but Minecraft is finally expanding its horizons. During the recent Minecraft Live showcase, Mojang announced The Sift, the game’s first entirely new dimension in 15 years. Set to join the Overworld, the Nether, and the End, the latter of which made its debut with the full 1.0 release back in 2011, The Sift promises to inject a fresh wave of exploration into the iconic sandbox title, and no doubt a heck of a lot of new elements within.
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