Acer today announced a host of Nitro gaming and smart monitors, expanding its display portfolio suited for a wider range of users and applications. The new Acer Nitro gaming monitors deliver high-definition resolution with blazing refresh rates of up to 600 Hz, placing these models among the fastest in today's market. These also feature rapid response times of up to 0.1 ms and AMD FreeSync Premium technology for smooth, tear-free gaming.

Both the new Nitro and Acer smart monitors include features that enhance user convenience and usability when working or streaming content directly from the devices, including the built-in WebOS platform, screen-mirroring technology, and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support.

Acer today unveiled the Project DualPlay gaming laptop concept at its next@acer global press conference in Berlin, Germany. This Predator concept embraces the latest gaming trends, unleashing a new dimension of versatile and shared PC gaming experiences that converge in one powerful device.

Project DualPlay pushes the boundaries of gaming on-the-go, offering players more ways to enjoy their favorite AAA titles. The cutting-edge design features a vast touchpad that doubles as a built-in detachable wireless controller. Players can easily wield the wireless controller from its electromagnetic lock by simply placing two fingers on the release button located on top of the keyboard. This action also triggers the two high-fidelity, 5-watt pop-out speakers to emerge from the sides of the laptop, immersing players in heart-pounding audio that brings every scene to life.

Intel today launched its most efficient family of x86 processors ever, the Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors. They deliver exceptional performance, breakthrough x86 power efficiency, a massive leap in graphics performance, no-compromise application compatibility, enhanced security and unmatched AI compute. The technology will power the industry's most complete and capable AI PCs with more than 80 consumer designs from more than 20 of the world's top manufacturing partners, including Acer, ASUS, Dell Technologies, HP, Lenovo, LG, MSI and Samsung. Pre-orders begin today with systems available globally on-shelf and online at over 30 global retailers starting Sept. 24. All designs featuring Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors and running the latest version of Windows are eligible to receive Copilot+ PC features as a free update starting in November.

"Intel's newest Core Ultra processors set the industry standard for mobile AI and graphics performance, and smash misconceptions about x86 efficiency. Only Intel has the scale through our partnerships with ISVs and OEMs, and the broader technology ecosystem, to provide consumers with a no-compromise AI PC experience."
--Michelle Johnston Holthaus, Intel executive vice president and general manager of the Client Computing Group

Welcome to the month of September, the start of autumn for some and the start of spring for others. The new month starts off at a higher tempo than last month, but there are no AAA releases this month, although there are multiple larger releases. This week's major release is a new take on the traditional first person tactical shooter genre, where there are two of you. This is followed by a WWII tactical stealth adventure, a trucking game, but in space, a godly remake, a tavern and finally a sleuth game with a Japanese twist. Don't forget to change over your wardrobes this week.

Spectre Divide / This week's major release / Tuesday 3 September
Spectre Divide is the genre-evolving, competitive 3v3 tactical shooter driven by Duality. Use Duality to control two bodies in real-time, letting you defend two sites at once, cover your own cross, or even trade yourself. Master tactical gunplay and an arsenal of future tech to achieve infamy. Steam Link

Remedy is thrilled (as thrilled as Finnish people can be) to announce that we are working together with Annapurna, who are co-financing the development of Control 2 and taking the Control and Alan Wake franchises to film, TV and beyond.

What does that mean for you, our dear fans? Above all it means Remedy is able to make Control 2 exactly the game we want it to be, while we now also have an incredible partner to extend our IPs to other mediums. We are also going to be publishing Control 2 ourselves. When I look at all the games we have in the pipeline, the future of Remedy is incredibly exciting. You can trust us to keep bringing you incredible video game experiences.

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announces the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro. This wireless esports controller, officially licensed by Xbox, combines innovative performance features and cutting-edge technology to redefine competitive gaming on both Xbox and PC.

"The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro represents our commitment to providing the highest level of performance for esports athletes," said Nick Bourne, Head of Console Gaming at Razer. "With insights from top competitive players, we have crafted a controller that meets the demands of professional gaming with exceptional precision and versatility. " Crafted in collaboration with feedback and extensive play-testing from Eric "Snip3down" Wrona, 2-time X Games Medalist and 24-time Halo Champion, the Wolverine V3 Pro delivers performance that can transform competitive gaming.

CORSAIR today launched the new M55 series of gaming mice: M55 and M55 WIRELESS. The versatile M55 line suits a wide variety of users, from up-and-coming competitive MVPs to casual gamers who appreciate a wide range of genres. No matter the game, M55 and M55 WIRELESS take every challenge hands-on. The M55 series sports a symmetrical shape that suits any playstyle, alongside a compact size that slots into all hand grips, from claw, fingertip, palm, to anything in between. Textured side grips give users a firm grasp for impressive mouse flicks and pivots.

At 55 grams, the lightweight M55 soars across any mousepad, enabling agile mouse movements like quick-scope shots or rapid 360s. M55 WIRELESS weighs 85 grams with its battery, forgoing wires for an even greater range of motion. Both mice glide on 100% PTFE low-friction skates to smooth mouse strokes on virtually any surface. With their slim and lightweight stature, M55 mice travel effortlessly for seamless on-the-go setups. M55 WIRELESS boasts up to 185 hours on a single AA battery, with a long-lasting, low-latency connectivity via SLIPSTREAM WIRELESS v1.5 that excels in extended gaming sessions and travel.

Welcome to the end of August and this week, we have a bunch of new releases for your perusal. This week's AAA release allegedly has something to do with criminals in a galaxy far far away. The remaining releases this week contain some other big releases as well and the week starts off with a post-apocalyptic survival city builder, which is followed by you waging war as a god, if that's what you're into. If big flying robots are your thing, then there's a game for you this week, alternatively we have a game for those that prefer fast cars. The week ends on a bit of a slower note with a Japanese action-RPG and an office RPG or sorts.

Star Wars Outlaws / This week's AAA release / Friday 30 August
Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars game, set between the events of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as Kay Vess, a scoundrel seeking freedom and the means to start a new life, along with her companion Nix. Fight, steal, and outwit your way through the galaxy's crime syndicates as you join the galaxy's most wanted. Not on Steam, but available on uPlay and EGS. Gold Preorder ($110) gets headstart on Tuesday

Among many other releases, ASUS has shown several upcoming peripheral releases at Gamescom, including both the ROG Harpe Ace Mini and the Harpe Ace Extreme, the latter of which had already been announced prior. Interestingly enough, the mouse demonstration units weren't pre-production units, but rather from mass production, hinting at an impending release. While no exact date has been revealed, both the ROG Harpe Ace Mini and the Harpe Ace Extreme indeed are expected to hit shelves within the next few weeks.

Shared between both mice are their basic specifications and internals. Much like on the ROG Keris II Ace, ASUS's latest AimPoint Pro sensor capable of 42,000 CPI sees use, along with ROG Optical main button switches. When asked for comment, ASUS has stated that on their enthusiast mouse releases, optical switches will continue to be preferred over push-fit mechanical switch sockets to save as much weight as possible. Through the ROG Polling Rate Booster, polling rates of up to 8000 Hz can be achieved in wired operation, and up to 4000 Hz in wireless operation. Since the firmware is shared across all models, performance of the ROG Harpe Ace Mini and the Harpe Ace Extreme will closely match the Keris II Ace provided the ROG Polling Rate Booster is used.

Thermaltake, a leading PC DIY brand for premium hardware solutions, is excited to release the G700 RGB Gaming Desk in black and snow. The black edition is now available for purchase and the snow edition is coming soon. The G700 is designed to redefine desktop space utilization for both office use and gaming. This desk supports up to two monitors and features a dynamic screen glide design for enhanced PC setup flexibility. Furthermore, its distinctive two-piece tabletop design simplifies cable management, making the G700 RGB Gaming Desk an excellent choice for those seeking both functionality and style.

The G700 RGB boasts a large desktop of 160 cm (L) x 88.7 cm (W), capable of a dual-monitor configuration. It comes with a dynamic screen glide design, allowing users to effortlessly adjust the screens' horizontal position based on their preference. The slide rail is crafted with high-strength aluminum alloy, ensuring its durability to bear the weight of the screen.

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announces the Razer Kraken V4 and the Razer Kraken V4 X gaming headsets. Building on a legacy spanning over 12 years since the first Razer Kraken headset, and celebrating over 20 million units shipped worldwide, these headsets are the latest evolution in Razer's renowned Kraken lineup. Known for redefining immersive gaming audio, the Kraken V4 line offers innovative features, stunning lighting effects, and versatile connectivity options, providing gamers with the ultimate immersive gaming experience.

3 Modes of Connectivity for Seamless Versatility
The Razer Kraken V4 supports Razer HyperSpeed Wireless, Bluetooth, and USB connections, delivering seamless audio across devices including PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and mobile. This versatility ensures full immersion with ultra-fast 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth, or a wired USB connection for uninterrupted gameplay.

Samsung Electronics today announced the unveiling of its latest gaming monitors with a particular focus on the groundbreaking Odyssey 3D, which offers glasses-free 3D viewing, at Gamescom 2024 in Cologne, Germany. Gamescom 2024, held from August 21 to 25, is the world's largest gaming exhibition and features more than 1,400 exhibitors, including hardware, software and game content producers. Samsung will showcase its high-end gaming monitors - including the new Odyssey 3D and models from the Odyssey G6, G8 and G9 series - at its booth, which spans 800 m² and is the company's largest and most immersive booth to date.

"We are thrilled to present our glasses-free 3D gaming monitor at Gamescom, the world's largest gaming exhibition," said Hoon Chung, Executive Vice President of Enterprise Business Team, Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "Samsung remains committed to leading the premium gaming monitor market by continuously developing cutting-edge technologies that enhance the gaming experience."

ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, introduces its latest XG36 Series gaming monitors. Designed for gamers aspiring to reach professional heights, the ViewSonic GAMING XG2736-2K and XG2536 stand out for their ultra-fast refresh rates, exceptionally low response times, and true-to-life visuals. These monitors deliver smooth, lifelike gaming experiences, empowering gamers to unleash their full potential.

"We believe the XG36 Series will be the ideal gaming partner," said Oscar Lin, General Manager of the Monitor Business Unit at ViewSonic. "The new XG36 Series is perfect for gamers looking to excel in competitive gaming, helping them unlock their full potential—whether they're training in a personal space, competing in a school esports club, or strategizing in a team gaming room. The XG36 Series empowers gamers to evolve from challengers to champions."

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced an exciting array of gaming peripherals designed to give hardcore gamers and esports pros an edge over the competition. New peripherals include the Falchion Ace HFX and Strix Scope II 96 RX Wireless gaming keyboards, ROG Harpe Ace Mini and Strix Impact III Wireless gaming mice, and the ROG Pelta headset.

ROG Falchion Ace HFX gaming keyboard
The ROG Falchion Ace HFX wired gaming keyboard boasts a 65% layout in a 60% keyboard frame, and masterfully incorporates navigation and arrow keys into its design. It features ROG HFX Magnetic Switches that deliver solid keystrokes. The switch actuation points can be customized from anywhere between 0.1- 4.0 mm for instantaneous response. An 8000 Hz polling rate and 0.125 ms response time make the Falchion Ace HFX up to 8X faster than competitor keyboards. Plus, a Rapid Trigger toggle can be activated for the fastest typing response and key repeat rates, without the need for additional software. The Speed Tap mode prioritizes the last input and automatically releases the previous one to eliminate any time gap for counter-strafing and ensure precise aim, especially in FPS games.

Leading digital lifestyle accessories brand, Trust Gaming, is pleased to announce the expansion of its gaming range with its latest additions and the launch of two innovative products designed to elevate gaming setups everywhere. The GXT 700 Omnius Gaming Desk and the GXT 928/929 Helox Ultra-Lightweight Mouse are cutting-edge products that promise to deliver superior performance and style for gamers of all levels.

GXT 700 Omnius Gaming Desk
The GXT 700 Omnius Gaming Desk is crafted for gamers seeking a durable and spacious workstation. Measuring 120 x 60 x 76 cm, this desk provides ample room for monitors, keyboards, mice, and other essential gaming gear. Its robust steel frame ensures stability, offering a sturdy base and its anti-scratch top layer with a sleek carbon look guarantees the desk remains pristine even after extensive use.

ZOTAC GAMING proudly announces the much-anticipated premium gaming handheld, the ZOTAC GAMING ZONE, is ready to begin accepting preorders in select regions and e-tailer platforms. The ZONE, which emphasizes premium hardware and elite controls, was announced COMPUTEX 2024 with great anticipation. Visitors arriving at GAMESCOM 2024, one of the largest video game trade fairs held annually in Cologne, Germany, will be the first to experience the thrills of gaming on the ZONE. The ZOTAC GAMING ZONE is the first handheld gaming PC on the market to incorporate premium hardware and elite control features that players will not find on other handheld PCs, offering gamers more immersion and advantages in PC games like non-other.

The ZOTAC GAMING ZONE is powered by AMD's Ryzen 7 8840U, an efficient powerhouse with bleeding edge Zen 4 architecture and RDNA 3 graphics that enables even AAA gaming at native 1080p resolution. Along with the 16 GB of LPDDR5X-7500 Memory on board, the ZONE makes the full spectrum of experiences that PC gaming can offer through stunning visuals and performance, and take advantage of AMD's driver-level Fluid Motion Frames (FMF) and FidelityFX Super Resolution technology to enhance gameplay performance and immersion further. Also featured are a full-sized 2280 512 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD and a UHS-II microSD card reader to cover every gamer's storage needs.

As we enter the second to last week of August, we finally have a massive new AAA release that involves a magical Chinese monkey. As for the rest of this week's upcoming new games, we have a cyberpunk co-op looter shooter, a dusty story-driven action-adventure, a wholesome narrative game, wizards with guns and a game named after a very fast airplane, even though it doesn't even seem to involve any airplanes.

Black Myth: Wukong / This week's AAA release / Tuesday 20 August
Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. The story is based on Journey to the West, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past. Steam Link

MSI proudly introduces its first curved 32-inch 240 Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor. The monitor offers an unprecedented immersive gaming experience. MSI has tailored the monitor's specifications to cater to different players, ensuring everyone finds their perfect model.

Expanding Horizons with an Immersive Curved Gaming Experience
The MPG 321CURX QD-OLED is designed to elevate gaming experiences to new heights offering true-to-life colors, deeper blacks and brighter whites. Combined with a 1700R curvature, 240 Hz refresh rate, and an ultra-fast 0.03 ms response time, it ensures immersion, clarity and precision. It includes USB Type-C with 98 W power delivery for seamless connectivity and charging. MSI's advanced features such as KVM, HDMI 2.1, MSI Gaming Intelligence, and VESA ClearMR 13000 cater to high-end gamers.

Calling all gamers and Star Wars enthusiasts! Get ready for an extraordinary adventure across the stars as MSI proudly introduces the Star Wars Outlaws Game Bundle in collaboration with Ubisoft. This thrilling collaboration includes a copy of Star Wars Outlaws along with MSI's top-notch gaming hardware, offering an experience that will transport players to a distant galaxy.

Featuring MSI's cutting-edge gaming hardware, the Star Wars Outlaws Game Bundle invites players to dive deep into the heart of the Star Wars galaxy like never before. This bundle offers an array of exhilarating adventures that will leave players on the edge of their seats. Risk it all as scoundrel Kay Vess, seeking freedom and the means to start a new life, along with her companion Nix.

Cooler Master, a leading provider of PC components, gaming peripherals, and tech lifestyle solutions, today announced its collaboration with AMD to integrate their recently announced AMD's Ryzen 9000 Series, into a select range of Cooler Master PC Systems. Cooler Master is leveraging AMD's cutting-edge technology to deliver unparalleled performance in their latest products, including the Sneaker X, Ncore 1 Pro, and MasterBox 6 Pro. The collaboration underscores Cooler Master's commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in gaming and professional computing.

The inclusion of AMD's CPUs within Cooler Master products will not only elevate gaming and professional experiences but also highlight the symbiotic relationship between powerful processing and efficient cooling. This is a testament to Cooler Master's relentless pursuit of excellence in thermal management, ensuring that each system operates at peak efficiency.

As we enter the middle of August, this week's major upcoming release is a 4X space strategy game, where your goal is to rule the galaxy. If that's not your cup of tea, then maybe a fast-paced military RTS or a tactical FPS shooter might be more of your thing. Alternatively you could be cleaning up other people's mess, build a massive production line or kick an inflated pig's bladder around a field. In other words, half of this week's release is some kind of strategy game.

Sins of a Solar Empire II / This week's major release / Thursday 15 August
Sins of a Solar Empire II is the sequel to the critically acclaimed space strategy game that seamlessly blends real-time battle tactics with the depth of 4X. As both emperor and battle commander you must lead one of six playable factions to victory against the threat of extinction! There are no turns. There is no battle mode. There is no strategic mode. It's all one mode and it's all in real-time. Steam Link

Nextorage announces the release of its new G Series ME gaming SSD, this M.2 2230 SSD is designed for compact gaming PCs and tablet PCs, combining PCIe 4.0 high-speed performance with DRAM-less power saving. The G Series ME offers impressive specifications with sequential read speeds up to 7,400 MB/s and write speeds up to 6,200 MB/s. Random read and write speeds are rated at 750,000 IOPS and 850,000 IOPS respectively. Available in 1 TB and 2 TB models, the drives feature write endurance of 600 TBW for the 1 TB model and 1,200 TBW for the 2 TB model, both backed by a five-year warranty.

Both models use single-sided 3D TLC NAND Flash, ensuring compatibility with M.2 2230 slots and improved cooling due to top-mounted NAND. The SSD employs DRAM-less technology, utilizing the latest controller and 3D TLC NAND flash to balance speed and power efficiency. To compensate for the lack of DRAM caching, Nextorage implements a "Large-capacity Dynamic SLC Cache," converting unused space into an SLC cache for enhanced performance.

Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation today announced two new additions to its lineup of innovative gaming mice, the wireless Turtle Beach Kone II Air and wired Kone II ergonomic gaming mice, are available for pre-order at participating retailers worldwide and from www.turtlebeach.com. The Kone II Air and Kone II come in Ash Black or Artic White and are available for $119.99 MSRP and $69.99 MSRP, respectively.

"The iconic Kone AIMO has a long and illustrious history in gaming and is considered by many to be one of the greatest ergonomic mouse designs ever, and we've spent years ensuring its successors, the wireless Kone II Air and wired Kone II, will be just as lauded," said Cris Keirn, CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. "The new Kone II mice are great additions to our expanding PC peripherals lineup and offer an abundance of innovative features on top of best-in-class ergonomics to deliver enhanced precision, pinpoint accuracy, and lightning-fast response times."

Welcome to the first week of August and for those of you living in the Nordics, welcome back to work after a month of holiday. This week's major release is based on a manga that became an anime hit on Netflix that involves bouncy things. This is followed by retro fields, a Scottish game that has neither kilts nor bagpipes, a rather different take on Warhammer 40K, a creature centric game, a steamy heist sequel, pirate cats and a kingdom of rats. No huge releases this week either, but still a pretty solid line-up of new games.

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles / This week's major release / Thursday 8 August
Spin a new tale of the Jura Tempest Federation together with all your favorite characters from the animated series! Players can enjoy thrilling action battles that combine flashy special moves and powerful combos. Through leveling up bonds with friends, Rimuru will learn Special Attacks, and even have allies join in to back up Rimuru's attack. Finish off formidable enemies that are coming to destroy Tempest with Secret Skills animated in retro 8-bit style! Steam link

CHERRY XTRFY, the specialist for high-quality gaming accessories, is now launching its new series of wireless gaming mice. The ergonomic M64 and the symmetrical M68 offer better grip and control, lower weight and higher performance. Both models are available in Pro versions with an 8000 Hz polling rate.

Evolving from previous models - XTRFY's best-selling M4 as well as the innovative M8 mouse - CHERRY XTRFY made the M64 and M68 based on input received from professional players, reviewers and the gaming community over the past years. The result is two brand new mouse shapes and new, leading technology.