Steam users in the UK who want 'mature game content' must now register a credit card on their accounts to prove they're old enough
news Valve is taking a simple approach to the UK's Online Safety Act: You have a credit card, or you don't get in.
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The Outer Worlds 2 exceeded all my expectations | First Look
Fresh off of Avowed and Grounded 2's Early Access release, Obsidian Entertainment is once again hard at work on their next action RPG, The Outer Worlds 2, sequel to its well-received 2019 original. PC Gamer's Ted Litchfield got to play the prologue area recently, enjoying it so much he did three separate runs! He's here to tell us why you should keep an eye on this sprawling sci-fi adventure, hint: It's not just the pretty Unreal Engine 5 graphics...
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Silent Hill f devs talk combat, main character Hinako, plus their favourite monsters!
PC Gamer's Elie Gould got to play Silent Hill f for three hours at Gamescom, prompting many questions when they sat down with the game's director Al Yang and series director Motoi Okamoto for an interview afterwards. Silent Hill f is the latest edition in KONAMI's popular Silent Hill franchise, this entry developed in partnership with NeoBards Entertainment. Here, Yang and Okamoto-san talk about the game's greater focus on combat, the 1960s setting, and new protagonist, Hinako.
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What we’ve learned about Anno 117: Pax Romana’s Albion Region | First Look
From swamp-crossing stilt walkers to wicker men taller than buildings, Anno 117: Pax Romana's newly revealed Albion region is sure to provide both new challenges and unique units. PC Gamer has been given an EXCLUSIVE look at this rugged, wet region, which you'll have the opportunity to govern with Anno 117 launches on November 13th.
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Best budget GPUs to buy in 2025
When it comes to graphics cards, there's a lot of choice. But which is worth your cash? In this video we look at some budget to mid-range GPUs to see which is worth your money and which isn't. We've tested six of the latest GPUs from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel and here are our results.
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We've tested 7 liquid coolers to find the best for your next PC build
Liquid coolers are a great way to keep your CPU cool, especially if you're planning to overclock your system. But which are worth your cash? In this video we aim to answer that question: do you spend more on a liquid cooler with a screen? Or one with a CPU all of its own? Or better off going back to basics? We've tested seven of the latest liquid coolers from a range of manufacturers to help you make a decision and get your next gaming PC build off to a great start.
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Mafia's INCREDIBLE graphics evolution: 2002-2025
The graphics in Mafia games have come a long way since the 2002 original. To celebrate the release of Mafia: The Old Country we’re looking back at the graphical evolution of the series so far. From the groundbreaking realism of the original Mafia to the stunning Unreal Engine 5 visuals of the latest entry, we explore how each game raised the bar. Join us as we chart two decades of visual innovation in one of gaming’s most iconic crime sagas.
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We need to talk about Umamusume: Pretty Derby...
"Horse" racing gacha game Umamusume: Pretty Derby has been taking the internet by storm since its global release in June. But, what exactly is it? And why is it so popular? This week, we dive into why everyone has become so obsessed with anime horse girls, and give you a few reasons why you should try it out if you haven't already.
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AMD RX 9060 XT vs Nvidia RTX 5060 | Critical Rig
It's time for another graphics card face off! This week Andy is putting the AMD 9060XT up against Nvidia's RTX 5060. Which will come out on top?
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Next and current banners in Genshin Impact
Wishmaster Find out who's responsible for taking your precious Primogems this time.
Supermassive Games is adding a new tool to its next horror game Directive 8020 that'll give players a 'second chance' to save their favourite characters
Under pressure You can fill in the Turning Point map like some twisted sticker book.
Best gaming laptop in 2025: I've tested a ton of notebooks this generation and these are the best in every category
Portable powerhouses Don't compromise on power or portability with the best gaming laptops.
Battlefield 6 may have removed its iconic 'Doritos,' but it's not escaping a decade-old complaint: Spotting is once again too strong
I See You Triangles are out, diamonds are in.
Labor Day PC gaming deals 2025: the best bargains available today
Deals Treat yourself this Labor Day with some great savings on gaming monitors, laptops, and the latest PC hardware.
Haunted Chocolatier: all the key details on the followup to Stardew Valley
Sweets Science Stardew Valley's creator is working on another life sim, and it looks just as sweet as his first.
All Genshin Impact 6.0 livestream codes
Freemogems Claim the latest Primogems from the Nod-Krai livestream.
Best SSD deals for gaming today
deal Cheap and speedy NVMe drives to boost your gaming PC's capacity and lower those load times.
All Grow a Garden codes and how to redeem them
Green thumb A little help around the yard.
All Tennis: Zero codes and how to redeem
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All Jujutsu Infinite codes and how to redeem
Hollow purple Redeem these Jujutsu Infinite codes for a helping hand.
Almost 1,700 days—or 4.6 years—of daily Silksong news later, its brave watchman is finally ready to 'play Silksong in peace, however I want' and rest
SILKGONE "It's still kind of overwhelming, but I think now I've kinda got it down, the stuff that I need to do."
Alienware 18 Area-51 (2025) review
Score: 80% With a better screen and keyboard, this could have been Alienware's best-ever laptop.
I used my 967 hours in Borderlands to predict Borderlands 4's most busted builds
Power Play Plus ranked them all in a tier list.
Best gaming monitors in 2025: the pixel-perfect panels I'd buy myself
Eye candy The best gaming monitors balance price with panel quality, resolution and refresh rate.
Cheap graphics card deals this week
Pixel pushers We've done the hard yards sourcing the best prices for all the best graphics cards you should fit into your gaming PC.
Forget trying to cram in Hollow Knight before Silksong launches—it's too good to rush
Bug out Silksong isn't going to be Hollow Knight 2.
Every item in Peak and what they do
Pockets full Here's what every item does in Peak so you can stop guessing.
