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We tested Valve's NEW hardware: Steam Frame, Steam Machine and Steam Controller | Critical Rig
Valve has announced three new pieces of Steam hardware: the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and a new Steam Controller. PC Gamer's Jacob Ridley was invited out to Valve HQ in Washington to try them out.
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FEAR: Still as iconic 20 years later? | Why We Play
Time to switch off the lights, turn up the volume and revisit one of gaming's most iconic horror shooters: F.E.A.R. - First Encounter Assault Recon, which turned 20 in October. Released in 2005, we take a look back at what made Monolith Productions' heart-pounding FPS special, delving into the films that influenced it, the electrifying combat, and its innovative approach to AI.
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Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 has an identity crisis
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 being released is an achievement in itself. With one of the most disruptive development journeys that a game has ever had, this sequel to such a cult classic had a lot to live up to. PCG's Fraser Brown is here to tell you his thoughts on what is good about the game, where its strengths lie and which aspects left him wanting more.
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Europa Universalis 5 - How much can you change history? | Developer interview
Europa Universalis 5 is Paradox’s most ambitious grand strategy yet — complex, deep, and surprisingly fun. At Gamescom, we sat down with the devs to talk EU5’s new features, historical depth, and how they’re making this massive strategy game more welcoming than ever.
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Borderlands 4 Review
Borderlands 4 might just be the best game in the whole 16-year-old series. But there's a catch. Several catches, in fact. Yet despite some baffling design choices, woeful performance and one of the most terribly-conceived UIs in recent memory, I still adore this game - warts and all.
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What is the BEST gaming laptop size... we disagree | Critical Rig
How do you choose what size gaming laptop to buy? Well a pair of our gaming hardware experts are here to give you the run down on which is best for what. But do they agree? From budget, bulkiness, and aesthetics, to personal preference and practicality, they have got you covered.
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Best CPU for gaming in 2025: These are the chips I recommend for gaming, productivity, and peace of mind
Happy Cores Fire up your rig with the best CPU for gaming. More cores, more clocks, more of everything that matters.
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