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Cloud Gaming Is Looking More Attractive Than Ever for All the Wrong Reasons
AppWizard
December 5, 2025

Cloud Gaming Is Looking More Attractive Than Ever for All the Wrong Reasons

The cost of RAM has surged significantly, with prices for 16GB DDR4 sticks now around 0, and DDR5 sticks priced five times that amount. Micron, which held a 25.7% share of the DRAM market, announced it will discontinue its consumer-facing brand, Crucial, to focus on AI data center memory, likely exacerbating component prices. Xbox reported a 45% increase in playtime hours on its Game Pass Cloud Gaming service year-over-year, and Nvidia upgraded its GeForce Now service to support games on the latest RTX 5080 GPU. The rise in DRAM prices may persist until 2028, as major manufacturers prioritize supply for AI data centers over the PC industry.
Nvidia is giving away a free, Battlefield 6-themed RTX 5090 worth $2,000, and all you need to do is grovel
AppWizard
November 28, 2025

Nvidia is giving away a free, Battlefield 6-themed RTX 5090 worth $2,000, and all you need to do is grovel

Nvidia is hosting a giveaway for a Battlefield 6-themed GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card, valued at approximately ,000. To enter, participants must comment on Nvidia's post on their X page, including the phrase "GeForce Season" and explaining why they deserve the upgrade. The entry process is simple compared to previous giveaways that required video submissions. The RTX 5090 is designed for high 4K performance and is functionally similar to other models in its class, despite its unique design. No timeline for winner selection has been provided.
Which games can be played on Android and which ones can't?
BetaBeacon
November 21, 2025

Which games can be played on Android and which ones can’t?

- Native Android games are specifically designed and optimized for Android devices, offering a smooth gaming experience. - Cross-platform games like Fortnite and Minecraft have mobile equivalents for Android users. - Cloud gaming and emulation methods can be used on Android devices to access a wider variety of gaming options. - Exclusive console games, complex PC titles, and games with hardware limitations cannot be played on Android devices. - Android users have a wide range of gaming options available, with the mobile gaming industry continuously growing and evolving.
Developer Runs Minecraft On Smart Lightbulb
AppWizard
November 19, 2025

Developer Runs Minecraft On Smart Lightbulb

Developer Vimpo has established a Minecraft server on a budget smart lightbulb using the BL602 microcontroller. The server, called Ucraft, is a lightweight system that lacks many traditional features but operates effectively. The binary size is approximately 46 KB without the authentication library and 90 KB with it. Memory consumption varies based on active players, peaking at around 70 KB with authentication for up to 10 players, or dropping to 20 KB without it.
Will OnePlus Gaming Technology Change Android Games?
BetaBeacon
November 19, 2025

Will OnePlus Gaming Technology Change Android Games?

OnePlus is focusing on creating lag-free, uninterrupted gaming experiences with their Gaming Technology initiative. They are developing hardware and software solutions to optimize the user's gaming experience, including the OP Gaming Core chip and the Tri-Chip system. These technologies aim to improve performance, touch response, and frame rates for mobile gamers. The upcoming OnePlus 15 is expected to feature these advancements, setting a new industry benchmark for fast and smooth gaming experiences.
This mini gaming PC is actually a new Edifier computer speaker in disguise
AppWizard
October 15, 2025

This mini gaming PC is actually a new Edifier computer speaker in disguise

Edifier has introduced the Huazai New Cyber, a computer speaker designed to resemble a high-end gaming PC, featuring a fishtank case, wraparound window panel, and a 2.8-inch LCD screen. The speaker includes light-up bars that mimic RGB RAM sticks and illuminated rings that resemble RGB fans. It has a 2.1 configuration with a total output of 60W, consisting of a 40W subwoofer and 10W side speakers. The mock graphics cards house essential components, with the top card containing a signal processing module and the bottom card managing power. The LCD screen can display song lyrics and system information when connected via USB. It also functions as a charging station with USB-C and USB-A ports. The dimensions of the speaker are 293.6 x 150.7 x 213.6mm, and it is priced at 1,499 yuan in China.
Compatible Games - ROG Xbox Ally X Guide
AppWizard
October 14, 2025

Compatible Games – ROG Xbox Ally X Guide

The ROG Xbox Ally X and Xbox Ally are handheld gaming devices powered by Windows 11, allowing access to a wide range of PC games and Xbox titles through a Game Pass subscription or remote play from an Xbox Series X|S console. They support digital games labeled “Xbox Play Anywhere,” Game Pass games, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and compatible PC games from various storefronts. However, they do not support physical disc-based games directly due to the absence of a built-in disc drive, but users can stream disc-based titles via Xbox Remote Play from an Xbox Series X|S console that has a disc drive.
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