Total War: Shogun started out as 'a quick and cheerful B-grade RTS' to help Creative Assembly raise funds for its dream game—an RPG based on Monkey: Journey to the West
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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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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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Why Grounded 2 is already AMAZING | Hot Drop
Grounded 2 releases into Early Access today but is already shaping up to be one of our favourite survival games of the year! In this Hot Drop, we break down Grounded 2's new map, the improved combat, the game changing new "buggy" system that has you riding soldier ants into battle, and the Swiss army knife style "omni-tool" which makes gathering easier.
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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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PEAK developer interview: Unexpected success and big update coming soon
PEAK has become one of the unexpected hits of the summer with over 5 million copies sold, surprising even the devs, Aggro Crab and LandFall Games. In an interview with PC Gamer, Nick Kaman (Studio Head at Aggro Crab) opens up on the game's development, what we can expect from future updates, and what he's enjoying most about the game's success and watching all of us play.
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Free cozy PC games you should try | Cozy Corner
We all know that games are getting more expensive as each day passes, but don't worry. There are still plenty of options for those who don't want to splash any cash on their next adventure. This week in Cozy Corner, Kara whisks you through some of her favourite free games, so you've got a list of new journeys to work your way through. Or, at the very least, a stack of titles to add to your never ending backlog.
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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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Is Cronos: The New Dawn the Future of Horror Gaming?
At Summer Game Fest 2025, we caught up with some of the Bloober Team to dive deep into their brand-new survival horror game, Cronos: The New Dawn Long – and it might just be their most terrifying project yet! Sponsored by OMEN.
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King of Meat is total co-op chaos
Get ready to slice, smash, and scream with your squad in King of Meat! A 1–4 player co-op hack-and-slash from the creative minds at Glowmade. We spoke to the developers at Summer Games Fest about the game and the Dungeon Create Mode. Sponsored by OMEN.
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Everything we know about Haunted Chocolatier | Cozy Corner
Today we are delving into the next adventure from Stardew Valley creator ConcernedApe. Anyone who's ever dipped a toe into the pond of cozy gaming will have more than likely heard about Haunted Chocolatier, a chocolatier meets life simulator. But, no matter how popular the game has gotten since it was first revealed, little information about what to expect has actually been shared. We've broken down everything there is to know about the game so you can get all the information you need right here.
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Elden Ring Nightreign review
Nightreign is FromSoftware's wildest experiment since the 90's - an intense, co-op remix of Elden Ring with randomized loot, brutal bosses, and unpredictable chaos. Watch as PC Gamer's Tyler Colp takes on this surprising, frustrating, brilliant mess of a battle-royale style RPG and gives his verdict.
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Why We Still Play The Witcher 3: A Decade Of Greatness
PC Gamer discusses the legacy of The Witcher 3, the 2015 RPG that remains one of the PC's most beloved games.
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Kittens, Kerbals and Kiwis: DayZ Creator Dean Hall talks Kitten Space Agency
We caught up with Hall recently and enjoyed a wide-ranging discussion on Kitten Space Agency’s development, his gripes with how games are priced and published, the lessons learned from Icarus’ troubled launch, and much more.
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Somebody spilled some Minecraft in this hardcore first-person RPG, and I love the result way more than I ever thought possible
memento mori Nox Mortalis is an unholy combo of survival game and old school RPG.
Grounded 2 guide: Resources for finding the plants, bugs, and Milk Molars hidden in Brookhollow Park
Peep this Investigating every little nook and cranny for above and below-ground secrets.
Acer Predator GM9000 2 TB NVMe SSD review
Score: 75% Further proof that it's not just the controller that makes the SSD.
Biwin Black Opal NV7400 SSD review
Score: 89% Ridiculously affordable, with potent sequentials.
Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 Shock 'n Awesome live launch coverage: all new weapons, locations and mechanics in Battle Royale
Live Fortnite's new season is here, and with it a new arsenal of weapons, new bug-infested locations on the Battle Royale map, and a Halo collab.
All Heroes Battlegrounds codes and how to redeem them
Step up A little reward goes a long way, and there are plenty of codes to redeem.
Out and About is exactly what I want from a foraging game and has convinced me that I could easily make a meal out of what I find in my back garden
Touch grass Grab your wicker basket and get whisked away to Portobello.
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.
'We simply can't do subpar': Behind the scenes with GTA 1991, the ambitious San Andreas prequel whose creators are on the cusp of something special
Back in time Ah sh*t, here we go again…
I love a cosy game, but I don't love the fact every second game is branded as one just because it's trendy right now
Gripes Week We need to be honest about the cosy game tag.
How to beat Everdark Caligo in Elden Ring Nightreign
Ice and easy Triumph over the Everdark Fissure in the Fog expedition and defeat its hardy frost dragon.
All active Blade Ball codes in August 2025 and how to redeem them in Roblox
Sharp Bricks Look sharp on the Blade Ball field with the latest codes for free wheel spins and more.
All active Arise Crossover codes in August 2025 and how to redeem them
Solo Style Beat 'em to the punch in the anime combat game with these Arise Crossover codes.
All active Blue Lock Rivals codes in August 2025 and how to redeem them
Code Goalie Get ready to hit the pitch in this anime-themed soccer game.
I hate boss fights and you'll never convince me they're good (because they're not)
Gripes Week Boss fights are a tedious holdover from a long-ago era, and we'd all be better off without them.
Games that try to sneak bots into multiplayer matches are automatically trash
GRIPES WEEK We've let developers get way too comfortable with lying to us about bots.
Think you can guess the PC game just from its crates? Try to smash our latest quiz!
checkbox I bet you'll do a crate job.
Finally, a game that makes Marvel superheroes exciting again
MARVELLOUS Marvel Cosmic Invasion's massive roster of playable characters is bursting with personality.
I'm sick to death of PC gaming's endless launchers
Failure to launch This is my launcher. It launches the launcher that launches the launcher that launches my game.
