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April 7, 2026

It Looks Like Steam Will Soon Use Frame Rate Data Gathered by Its Millions of Users to Estimate How Well a Gam

Valve is planning to use frame rate data from its user base to estimate game performance on individual gaming PCs. This initiative began with a beta version of SteamOS that collects performance metrics. A code string found in a recent Steam update indicates that users will soon be able to input their CPU, GPU, and RAM specifications to receive tailored performance estimates. Steam will also automatically generate projections based on users' current hardware configurations. This feature aims to provide more comprehensive performance insights compared to existing platforms like the Xbox app and Windows Store. The frame rate data collection is currently in beta and may take time to become widely accessible.

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April 7, 2026

Browsing the Steam Workshop’s 50 million mods just got better thanks to a redesign that loads faster and works better on mobile and Steam Deck

Valve has introduced an updated user interface for the Steam Workshop, enhancing the browsing experience. Over 3,000 games support Workshop features, with 50 million items uploaded. The redesign addresses the cumbersome interface by allowing quicker updates and introducing a "quick view" option. Key changes include a wider page with larger item previews, faster filtering, smarter filtering per section, and improved responsiveness for mobile and Steam Deck devices. The update is currently in beta, with user feedback expected to shape further improvements. Users can access the beta by clicking the "enter workshop beta" button on any Steam Workshop browsing page.

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April 7, 2026

‘There wasn’t really a game or team’ when Undead Labs made the now-5-year-old State of Decay 3 reveal trailer: ‘The game was in a Word document’

Philip Holt of Undead Labs discussed the early development of State of Decay 3, revealing that the project was initially just a concept documented in a Word file when the trailer featuring a zombified deer was created. The announcement was not planned, as the studio was still determining the game's direction, influenced by Microsoft's strategy to promote the Xbox Series X/S. After six years of silence, Undead Labs has opened sign-ups for an alpha playtest. The game will feature four-player co-op gameplay, innovative base-building mechanics, enhanced resource management strategies, and intense combat scenarios.

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April 7, 2026

Arc Raiders is at an all-time low price, but this deal is only available for 48 hours

Arc Raiders is a game from Embark Studios that combines the thrill of extraction with the risk of losing loot upon death. Players enter maps with gear, battle NPCs and other players, and aim to collect loot while avoiding death, which results in losing everything. The game features a settlement called Toledo, where players can regroup after missions. It is designed to appeal to both competitive and casual gamers, with opportunities for cooperation among players. Currently, the game is available at a discounted price of .79 / £20.76 at Fanatical, a 33% reduction, but this offer expires on Thursday, April 9, at 8 am PT / 11 am ET / 4 pm BST.

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April 7, 2026

Eagle Nation codes April 2026

Eagle Nation offers codes for players to gain rewards, including: - NEWMAP2 - 10k cash (new) - STARTERCASH - 10k cash To redeem codes, players must launch Eagle Nation on Roblox, click the 'codes' button, input the code, and claim rewards. Players can bookmark the page for updates on new codes. Eagle Nation has a dedicated Discord server for community interaction. If codes do not work, players should ensure they are valid and not expired. Expired codes include: - 1WEEKSINCERELEASE - BUGCOMPENSATION100K

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April 7, 2026

It Looks Like Steam Will Soon Use Frame Rate Data Gathered by Its Millions of Users to Estimate How Well a Game Will Actually Run on Your PC

Valve has integrated frame rate data from its user base to provide estimates on game performance tailored to individual gaming rigs, starting with a SteamOS beta that collects performance metrics. A recent code discovery suggests that users will soon be able to input their CPU, GPU, and RAM specifications for tailored performance projections. Steam will also automatically generate performance estimates based on existing hardware configurations for users accessing the platform on their gaming PCs. This feature aims to enhance the accuracy of performance estimates, particularly for the Steam Machine, which may benefit from data collected from similar configurations. The frame rate data collection is currently in beta and may take time before becoming widely accessible.

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April 7, 2026

Starfield’s Terran Armada DLC is here, accompanied by its transformative Free Lanes update

Starfield's rating on Steam is approximately 57%, with recent reviews improving to about 67%. The Terran Armada DLC, the first major expansion since September 2024, introduces a new faction claiming to be the "true" descendants of Earth, unsettling robots, and a new companion named Delta. The Free Lanes update adds a cruise control feature for ships, an X-Tech upgrade system for refining weapons and gear, new enemy tiers, and the Moon Buggy vehicle. The Terran Armada DLC is priced at .99 / £8.99, and players can start the questline after reaching Akila City. Starfield is now available on PlayStation 5.

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April 7, 2026

SteelSeries tested its new gaming mouse with a car and dishwasher, but I just played games with it

The SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 is a gaming mouse featuring a TrueMove 26K optical sensor with a maximum sensitivity of 26,000 DPI, six buttons, and a switch lifespan of 80 million clicks. It weighs 68g and offers connections via Lightspeed 2.4GHz wireless and USB-C, with a polling rate of up to 4kHz wirelessly and 1kHz wired. The battery lasts up to 120 hours at 1kHz polling rate and up to 200 hours via Bluetooth. It has an IP54 waterproof rating and comes with RGB lighting, a USB-C wireless dongle, a USB-A to USB-C cable, a USB-C to USB-C adapter, and Bluetooth connectivity. The price is .99 / £99.99. The mouse features a unique translucent shell design, water and dust resistance, and impressive battery longevity, but has a shape that may not suit everyone, a slippery shell material, and side buttons that may be overly long.

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April 7, 2026

Age of Empires esports is very much alive, as London Wololo beats AO2 and 4 records

Wololo: Londinium, held from April 1 to April 6, showcased competition in Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition and Age of Empires 4, featuring a prize pool of 0,000 and attracting thousands of fans at the Royal Albert Hall. Hamzah 'Hera' El-Baher won the AoE 2 crown, while Alexis 'MarineLorD' Eusebio defeated Daniel 'Wam01' Svoboda. The event peaked at 109,748 viewers and accumulated 1,470,424 hours of watch time, making it the most-watched esports event for Age of Empires 2. It surpassed the previous viewer record of 85,848 from Wololo: El Reinado and set a new peak for Age of Empires 4 with MarineLorD's match attracting 66,705 viewers.

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April 7, 2026

LG’s new OLED monitor is gaming’s most-wanted panel right now, and it finally has a price

The LG Ultragear 39GX950B-B is a 39-inch ultrawide gaming monitor with a resolution of 5,120 x 2,160 (4K) and a refresh rate that can switch between 165Hz and 330Hz. It is priced at 9.99 for pre-order. The monitor features a 21:9 aspect ratio and offers exceptional contrast with true black levels, a peak brightness of 500 nits, and vibrant HDR content. The larger 45-inch 45GX950A-B OLED monitor from LG is priced just shy of ,000 and is considered less newsworthy due to its availability and size, which may not fit all gaming setups. For a more budget-friendly option, LG offers the 32GX850A-B, a 32-inch OLED monitor with a 4K resolution and similar refresh rates, priced at 9.99.