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CNET
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNET
Can the Steam Deck Run Elden Ring Nightreign?
Elden Ring Nightreign is the new multiplayer title from developer FromSoftware. It features the same combat as Elden Ring, but is a unique type of game. Players can adventure solo or in groups of three to try and defeat the Nightlord in short online matches, which could make it a perfect game for the Steam Deck. Portable gaming devices like the Steam Deck continue to gain in popularity as gamers want to take their favorite PC games on the go. A game like Elden Ring Nightreign is intended for short runs, meaning it won't be a big drain on the battery while playing. However, with all new games, there is a question of whether it will run on the Steam Deck. Is Elden Ring Nightreign Steam Deck verified? As of right now, Elden Ring Nightreign is not Steam Deck verified, but it very likely will be when it launches. Being Steam Deck verified means the game has controller support, works with the default resolution of the Steam Deck, has no compatibility issues, and supports the Steam Deck Proton system. However, being verified doesn't necessarily mean the game will run well. There are some games that are not Steam Deck verified that can still be played on the handheld, but they aren't a seamless experience. What are the Elden Ring Nightreign specs? Here are the minimum and recommended specs for Elden Ring Nightreign: Elden Ring Nightreign Minimum Recommended CPU Intel Core i5-10600 or AMD RYZEN 5 5500 Intel Core i5-11500 or AMD RYZEN 5 5600 GPU Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 3GB or AMD Radeon RX 580 4GB Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 8GB or AMD Radeon RX Vega-56 8GB RAM 12GB 16GB Storage 30GB 30GB Windows Windows 10 Windows 11 And here are the specs for the Steam Deck: Steam Deck Specs CPU Zen 2 4c/8t, 2.4–3.5GHz RAM 16GB LPDDR5 GPU 8 RDNA 2 CUs, 1.6GHz Storage Up to 2TB Can the Steam Deck Run Elden Ring Nightreign? Yes, and quite easily. I was able to do a few runs of Nightreign with the Steam Deck and didn't experience any slowdowns or other graphical issues while playing. It makes sense that it was able to handle the game, as it uses the original Elden Ring engine, which didn't strain most computers when it came out in 2022. There is, however, a catch. Nightreign servers require a certain level of system performance for multiplayer, and if that isn't met, you'll be locked into single-player mode. This requirement is likely due to the game's anticheat tech. Back in February, developer FromSoftware updated the Nightreign SteamDB page, confirming that the game would include anticheat software. This could mean that portable gaming devices not running Windows, like the Steam Deck or computers using Linux, may have an issue participating in multiplayer matches. Elden Ring Nightreign launches on May 30 for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One consoles for $40. Owning the original Elden Ring is not required to play this game.
Digital Trends
3 days ago
- Business
- Digital Trends
On a tight budget? This LG UltraGear gaming monitor is below $300 today
Your gaming desktop needs to be paired with a gaming monitor if you don't want to waste its potential. However, if you've already spent most of your budget on gaming PC deals, you should check out this offer from Walmart: the 32-inch LG UltraGear QHD gaming monitor for only $298. The $51 discount on the display's original price of $349 isn't going to last forever though, and it could be gone as soon as tomorrow, so we highly recommend proceeding with your purchase immediately to make sure you pocket the savings. Why you should buy the 32-inch LG UltraGear QHD gaming monitor With its relatively affordable price, you shouldn't expect the 32-inch LG UltraGear QHD gaming monitor to challenge the best gaming monitors in terms of performance and features. However, it actually checks all of the boxes for gamers who are looking for a new display, according to our computer monitor buying guide. The size of 32 inches is within our recommended range, and the QHD resolution with support for HDR10 will let you enjoy sharp details and lifelike colors while you're playing the best PC games. The 32-inch LG UltraGear QHD gaming monitor comes with a 165Hz refresh rate and a 1ms response time, which are both above average and will result in smooth animations and quick reactions while you play. The monitor also supports AMD's FreeSync technology, which will help eliminate screen tearing and stuttering, and the borderless design will further reduce distractions to create a truly immersive experience with today's most engaging video games. If you don't have much budget left for monitor deals after upgrading your gaming PC, don't worry because there's no shortage of excellent offers out there. Walmart has one of them, as you can get the 32-inch LG UltraGear QHD gaming monitor for just $298, for savings of $51 on its sticker price of $349. You should add the 32-inch LG UltraGear QHD gaming monitor to your cart and finish the checkout process as soon as you can though, as there's no telling how much time is remaining before the discount expires.
The Verge
21-05-2025
- The Verge
AMD's new RX 9060 XT looks set to challenge Nvidia's RTX 5060
AMD is officially announcing its Radeon RX 9060 XT GPU at Computex today. Like the number implies, this graphics card will challenge Nvidia's recently released RTX 5060, with AMD offering models with 8GB or 16GB of VRAM. AMD is following Nvidia's controversial choice to ship a modern GPU with just 8GB of VRAM in the year 2025. The 8GB of VRAM debate has been raging for months now, particularly because of the latest games that can be very demanding on the memory side. AMD is following in Nvidia's footsteps, though, so it'll be interesting to see what reviewers make of both cards in this important part of the market. The RX 9060 XT will ship with 32 RDNA 4 compute units, a boost clock of 3.13GHz, and support for DisplayPort 2.1a and HDMI 2.1b. The total board power is between 150 watts and 182 watts, depending on the model. AMD is only announcing the existence of the RTX 9060 XT today, and it hasn't supplied pricing or even a release date. We're still waiting to hear how the RTX 5060 stacks up, because oddly, Nvidia launched its latest 50-series GPU yesterday without any reviews available. The GPU maker had reportedly prevented reviewers from obtaining the necessary driver to test the RTX 5060 ahead of the release date, presumably because it's worried about the paltry 8GB of VRAM spec. While the 8GB of VRAM choice for both Nvidia and AMD is controversial, Nvidia has managed to spark a further wave of outrage from PC gaming YouTubers over comments it has made to Gamers Nexus. In a 22-minute video, Gamers Nexus discusses the pressure from Nvidia to include Multi Frame Generation (MFG) in benchmarks against competitor cards that don't have a similar feature. Gamers Nexus (GN) alleges that Nvidia has even implied that it would revoke access to interview Nvidia engineers unless the channel discussed MFG more.
The Verge
16-05-2025
- The Verge
Wooting's 60HE v2 upgrades the best gaming keyboard with improved speed and sound
Wooting set the standard for gaming keyboards with the original 60HE three years ago, and now it's ready to launch a successor with an upgraded design. The 60HE v2 will be available later this year with true 8K polling, a new closed-bottom switch, and an aluminum case that should all add up to a faster keyboard with an improved sound and feel. The original 60HE popularized the use of Hall effect switches and a Rapid Trigger system. Together they sped up how quickly you can activate a key, improving competitive PC gaming. Keychron, Corsair, SteelSeries, and many others followed Wooting and now offer similar boards with Hall effect switches and Rapid Trigger-like systems. The upgraded 60HE v2 will improve the original model's speed thanks to true 8K polling and a low input latency of just 0.125ms. That's the same latency as the 8kHz USB polling on the larger 80HE that Wooting launched last year. Wooting is also shipping the 60HE v2 with a new 'Lekker Tikken' switch, a closed-bottom Hall effect switch with a 4.0 mm actuation range. Hall effect switches use a magnet so the board can track how far a switch has been pressed, but the sound profile has typically been worse than Cherry MX-style switches. Gateron, Neon, and other switch makers have been steadily improving the sound profile of HE switches over the past few years, and Wooting's upgraded switch promises a 'uniquely marbly sound signature.' Wooting has also improved the acoustics and typing feel by using a PET film layer beneath these new switches, and a Poron sandwich pad between the plate and PCB that's designed to reduce vibrations. 60HE v2 owners will also be able to swap between a silicone block which has soft sounds, or an EPDM foam block that produces a louder sounding board. If you're a fan of a split-spacebar then you'll also be able to choose this option on the 60HE v2, and Wooting is even shipping this upgraded design inside a premium aluminum case. Just like the 60He before it, the v2 will be fully customizable and compatible with most after-market cases and keyboard parts. 'The original 60HE wouldn't have happened without our community, and neither would this,' says Wooting CEO Calder Limmen. 'We've learned a lot since the first release. The 60HE v2 is the next step.' The Wooting 60HE v2 is expected to launch in Q4 2025, but Wooting hasn't revealed pricing or exact release dates just yet.
Digital Trends
09-05-2025
- Digital Trends
Activision is escalating its fight against cheaters in Call of Duty
Activision is taking legal action against the creator of a well-known Call of Duty hack. The company says the GameHook and Lergware hacks are so toxic that some fans have quit playing the PC version of Black Ops 6 altogether. Both programs allow users to kick other players from games and potentially crash multiplayer servers, while GameHook also lets players use a cheat that ensures all of their shots hit an opponent. Creating a cheat like this violates the terms of service, but typically would only result in a ban. However, Activision says the creators monetized the hack and have generated a significant amount of money by selling it to other players. 'Activision is informed and believes, and on that basis alleges, that Defendants have received significant revenue from their activities, to the detriment of Activision and its player community,' according to suit (transcribed by IGN.) Recommended Videos Activision says Ryan Rothholz, who goes by the online tag Lerggy, originally created Lergware. The company issued a cease-and-desist letter in 2023, but Activision says the creator only changed his tag and gave the source code to other hackers. Activision also named two others, Collin Gyetvai and Jordan Newcombe Boothey, as working as resellers of the hack. The game company is seeking both monetary compensation and punitive action against those named in the suit, a sum Activision claims could add up to millions of dollars. Cheating in Call of Duty is nothing new. The community has long had a reputation for being toxic in numerous ways, and Activision has previously taken steps, albeit ineffectively, to combat this. Call of Duty: Warzone would shadowban players reported for cheating, and before that, Call of Duty: Vanguard made it so cheaters couldn't see other players. The solutions have only served as a stop-gap, however, and the overall prevalence of cheating remains a problem for the online community.
