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AppWizard

July 17, 2025

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers – here’s the PC you’ll need to run it, and when it’s going to unlock in your region

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, developed by Leenzee, is set to release on July 24 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, and will be available on Game Pass for PC and Xbox on day one. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10 64bit, Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB GPU, DirectX 12, and 60GB storage. The recommended specs are Windows 10/11 64bit, Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT GPU, DirectX 12, and 60GB storage with SSD required. Global launch times include Los Angeles at July 23, 7pm and Tokyo at July 24, 11am.

Winsage

June 9, 2025

Microsoft & ASUS Reveal Xbox Handhelds

ASUS has launched two handheld gaming devices, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, inspired by the Xbox controller. The ROG Xbox Ally features an AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor and a 60Wh battery, while the ROG Xbox Ally X is equipped with an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor for improved graphics and framerates. Both models have displays with a peak brightness of 500 nits, a 120Hz refresh rate with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and utilize AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR), Radeon Super Resolution (RSR), and AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) for enhanced frame generation. The Xbox Ally X includes impulse triggers for advanced haptic feedback.

AppWizard

June 5, 2025

New flagship smartphone makes PC gaming on mobile smoother than ever

RedMagic is set to launch its flagship gaming phone, the RedMagic 10S Pro, in global markets after its unveiling in China. The device features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version chipset and a dedicated RedCore R3 Pro gaming chip, allowing for enhanced gaming performance with up to 120FPS. It includes an advanced ICE-X cooling system with Liquid Metal 2.0 technology, which improves thermal management. The phone has a 6.85-inch BOE custom AMOLED 1.5K display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2,000 nits, alongside a 7,050 mAh battery supporting 80W wired charging. The camera system consists of a 50-megapixel main sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel camera, plus a 16-megapixel front camera. Pricing for the RedMagic 10S Pro starts at €649 for the 12/256GB model and goes up to €999 for the 24GB/1TB model. Pre-orders will be available from June 12 to 17, 2025, with general sales starting on June 18. The phone will be available in various regions, including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, GCC countries, Latin America, and the Middle East, with some countries receiving it at a later date.

AppWizard

May 4, 2025

Nvidia’s DLSS is a game-changer for PC gaming – here’s how it works

Nvidia's Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) was introduced in 2018 with the GeForce RTX 20-series graphics cards and has evolved into its fourth iteration, becoming a standard expectation for modern PC games. DLSS enhances gameplay by upscaling lower-resolution images, improving frame rates, and enabling advanced graphical effects without sacrificing performance. The latest version, DLSS 4, debuted with the GeForce RTX 50-series in 2025 and features a new transformer model to enhance image quality. DLSS includes Frame Generation, which creates additional frames to improve gameplay fluidity, and Multi-Frame Generation, which can produce up to three additional frames per real frame. DLSS significantly reduces the performance impact of ray tracing, allowing gamers to enjoy high-quality graphics without compromising frame rates. Over 500 games and applications currently support DLSS technology.

AppWizard

March 31, 2025

I played 5 games on an RTX 5070 vs RTX 5070 Ti gaming PC — is it worth paying extra

Both the RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti GPUs are being tested across five demanding PC games to evaluate their performance. The RTX 5070 is priced at £529, while the RTX 5070 Ti is priced at £729. In Cyberpunk 2077, the RTX 5070 achieved 17 FPS and the RTX 5070 Ti achieved 25 FPS at 4K Ultra settings without DLSS. With DLSS 4 enabled, both GPUs exceeded 100 FPS. In Forza Horizon 5, both GPUs showed similar 1% low performance. In Call of Duty Black Ops 6, the RTX 5070 showed limitations compared to the RTX 5070 Ti. Black Myth: Wukong revealed a noticeable performance gap between the two GPUs, while both performed well in Alan Wake II. The RTX 5070 Ti is recommended for multiplayer gaming, while the RTX 5070 may suffice for single-player experiences. Both GPUs offer enhanced performance for users with older hardware.

AppWizard

February 4, 2025

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is proof, if any was ever needed, that you don’t need the latest graphics technology to have a great-looking game that also runs well

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 demonstrates impressive performance and graphics, utilizing CryEngine effectively to enhance visual appeal while maintaining smooth gameplay. The game scales well across various PC configurations, achieving an average frame rate of 96 fps at 1080p with 1% lows at 83 fps on a Ryzen 5 5600X and Intel Arc A770. It performs solidly at 1440p with FSR 3 Quality settings and can be pushed to 4K with the 'Experimental' quality preset, although it struggles to maintain 50 fps without upscaling. The game includes subtle details that enhance the experience, and its robust performance allows developers to focus on enriching gameplay rather than fixing issues.

AppWizard

December 4, 2024

Intel unleashes XeSS 2 for Arc GPUs with huge changes to speed up PC games, borrowing a few pages from Nvidia’s DLSS playbook

Intel has introduced XeSS 2, an advanced graphics technology aimed at competing with Nvidia's DLSS and AMD's FSR. It features two main components: XeSS Frame Generation for adding frames to enhance gameplay smoothness, and XeSS Super Resolution. Additionally, Intel has launched Xe Low Latency to reduce input lag, similar to Nvidia's Reflex. XeSS 2 is exclusive to Intel's Alchemist and Battlemage GPUs, requiring developers to integrate support for these technologies into their games. Intel has also released a new control panel called 'Intel Graphics Software' for its Arc GPUs, which centralizes driver updates, game optimization, and performance monitoring. The new XeSS 2 technology is designed to work only with Intel hardware, marking a shift from previous compatibility with AMD and Nvidia GPUs.

AppWizard

November 25, 2024

Top 15 PC Games with Mind-Blowing Graphics [2024 Edition]

Nobody Wants to Die is a dystopian crime drama game that explores themes of immortality and transhumanism. The game features a visually stunning environment with a rain-soaked, neon-lit backdrop reminiscent of a noir-infused New York City. Players control Detective James Karra, who uses a time manipulation device to rewind crime scenes, showcasing Unreal Engine 5’s particle technology. The game highlights the capabilities of modern gaming hardware through its photorealistic graphics.

AppWizard

October 7, 2024

GTA IV footage generated with AI shows the power of AI for future PC game remasters | Tom’s Hardware

A user named Indiegameplus showcased an AI-generated remaster of Grand Theft Auto IV on the aivideo subreddit, featuring realistic graphics created from text prompts. The video demonstrates a character in a hyper-realistic urban environment, utilizing Runway's Gen-3 Alpha model for production. This technology highlights the potential for AI in gaming, suggesting that future game development may increasingly integrate AI-driven graphics processes. Nvidia has indicated that future versions of their Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) technology will include neural rendering capabilities, potentially transforming the gaming landscape.

AppWizard

August 26, 2024

Integrated laptop graphics: Does Intel, AMD, or Qualcomm have more game?

Five laptops were tested, each with different integrated graphics processors (IGPs): 1. Microsoft Surface Laptop 13 with Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite and Qualcomm Adreno integrated graphics. 2. Dell Inspiron 14 Plus with Intel Core Series 7 155H and Intel Arc integrated graphics (eight Intel Xe cores). 3. Acer Swift Edge 16 with AMD Ryzen 7 8840U and AMD Radeon 780M integrated graphics (RDNA 3, 12 compute units). 4. Asus Zenbook S 16 with AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 and AMD Radeon 880M integrated graphics (RDNA 3.5, 12 compute units). 5. Asus ProArt P16 with AMD Ryzen AI 9 370HX and AMD Radeon 890M integrated graphics (RDNA 3.5, 16 compute units). Performance was evaluated using synthetic benchmarks and popular PC games, including 3DMark Time Spy, Civilization VI, DOTA 2, Final Fantasy XIV, Total War: Warhammer III, Skyrim Special Edition, and Cyberpunk 2077. Key findings include: - AMD's Radeon 890M was the top performer, especially in demanding titles. - Intel's Arc performed competitively across various benchmarks. - Qualcomm's Adreno struggled, particularly due to a lack of Arm-native game support.