Prestige Archives

AppWizard

February 19, 2026

These games made us all upgrade our PCs

PC enthusiasts often delay hardware upgrades until necessary, but certain games can compel upgrades due to their advanced technology and demanding graphics. Half-Life 2, released in 2004, introduced real-time physics and advanced graphics, leading to a surge in demand for GeForce 6600 and Radeon X800 graphics cards as players sought smoother performance. Grand Theft Auto IV, released in 2008, required robust quad-core processors for optimal performance due to its CPU-intensive simulations, prompting players to upgrade their CPUs. Crysis, launched in 2007, set a new standard for graphical fidelity with its advanced features, becoming a benchmark for PC performance and prompting gamers to upgrade their systems. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, released in 2015, utilized cutting-edge technologies that made midrange builds struggle, leading players to upgrade for better performance and visuals. Cyberpunk 2077, released in 2020, created a surge in demand for NVIDIA's RTX 20-series GPUs as players sought to experience its high graphical fidelity, prompting many gamers to upgrade their systems.

AppWizard

February 14, 2026

I can’t recognize my favorite League of Legends champions anymore, and I’m sick of it

The author discusses the lack of clarity in champion skins in League of Legends, particularly highlighting the recent Love Confession skin for Riven, which deviates significantly from her established identity. The skin's design lacks the defining features of Riven, such as her rugged femininity and signature markings, leading to community backlash and comparisons to unrelated aesthetics. The author notes a broader trend of champions becoming unrecognizable, raising concerns about Riot's understanding of its characters. This shift reflects a larger identity crisis within the game, as it attempts to attract new fans while straying from its original character-driven appeal. The author expresses disappointment in their changing gaming habits and the game's current direction.

AppWizard

January 17, 2026

The Sims 4 Royalty and Legacy: all the confirmed features in the next expansion

The Sims 4 expansion titled Royalty and Legacy introduces new gameplay features focused on family dynasties, scandals, and prestige. It includes a new world named Ondarion with three neighborhoods: Dambele (West African-inspired), Verdemar (heroic outlaws and cunning nobles), and Bellacorde (romance and opulence). Key features include a new career (Noble), a new lot type (Backroom), a new skill (Swordsmanship), and a new resource (Favor). Players can manage dynasties, designate heirs and outcasts, and respond to scandals. A gameplay trailer is set to be released on January 22.

AppWizard

December 13, 2025

Doom Eternal and other must-play FPS games are 88% off in this unmissable bundle

Fanatical has launched the Prestige Collection, a build-your-own bundle deal featuring 24 games, including Doom Eternal: Deluxe Edition. Discounts start with the purchase of two games and increase with additional titles: two games cost .50 each, three games cost .25 each, and four or more games cost each. The bundle includes popular titles such as Ultrakill, Ghostwire: Tokyo, and Deathloop, with a total price of .99 for all four, offering savings of 88% off the standard price. The bundle is available until January 8, 2025.

AppWizard

December 12, 2025

Save On Many Of 2025’s Best PC Games During Fanatical’s Winter Sale

Fanatical is launching its Winter Sale 2025 ahead of the official start of winter on December 21, featuring a wide selection of discounted PC games, primarily as Steam keys. Notable titles include Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which won multiple awards at The Game Awards and is currently priced at a discount, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, also discounted. Dragon's Dogma 2 is available for .19, and Saints Row: Gold Edition is on sale as well. Customers spending over a certain amount can unlock a free Winter Bonus Drop, which may include a complimentary game or discount coupon.

AppWizard

December 11, 2025

Get A Random Selection Of PC Games With Fanatical’s Holiday Mystery Box Bundle

Fanatical is offering a Holiday Edition Mystery Box Bundle that includes the chance to receive a Steam key for a PC game, starting at a low price. Customers can purchase multiple mystery keys, with prices structured as follows: 5 keys for .79, 10 keys for .49, 15 keys for .79, 20 keys for .99, and 25 keys for .69. Each key in a single bundle is unique, but additional bundles may result in duplicate titles. The Golden Box bundles, valued at ,000, include popular games like Digimon Story: Time Stranger and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. Other deals include classic Star Wars games for .49, modern titles in The Prestige Collection for .50 each, and a Cozy Games Bundle for relaxing gameplay. The Games on the Go Bundle features games optimized for Steam Deck and Xbox ROG Ally.

AppWizard

November 30, 2025

Grab our favorite Razer gaming mouse for work and play at is lowest ever price this Black Friday weekend

The Razer Basilisk V3 gaming mouse is currently on sale for , down from its original price of . It features 11 programmable buttons, a customizable scroll wheel, and a precision aim button that lowers sensitivity for accuracy. Weighing just under 101g, it is considered a budget-friendly option with versatile performance, although it may not be suitable for those who prefer lighter models for competitive gaming. The sale is available until the end of Cyber Monday.

AppWizard

November 20, 2025

BO7 Nuketown 2025 release date and launch time

Nuketown will return in Black Ops 7 as Nuketown 2025, launching on November 20, 2025, at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT. The map features a familiar layout with two buildings at either end and vehicles in the center, including a moving truck. The aesthetic has been updated with cyborgs replacing mannequins and a sleek metallic design for the buildings. The traditional Jeep has been replaced by a Hydro Car, and the old wooden sign is now an electronic board with a TV screen. The RC-XD Shortcut will also return, allowing players to navigate the map undetected. Players are advised to level up their weapons and consult the guide to the Black Ops 7 Prestige system for optimal gameplay.

AppWizard

November 14, 2025

Black Ops 7 is packed with an obscene amount of content, but Treyarch promises it didn’t just “add as much s**t as possible”

Black Ops 7 features a co-op campaign, a replayable PvE extraction mode called Endgame, and a Zombies map named Ashes of the Damned, available in multiple modes. It includes a Zombies Survival mode and Dead Ops Arcade. The multiplayer component offers 18 maps, including remastered ones, and 11 core modes, with new additions Overload and Skirmish. Players can engage in Face Off variants, ten Prestiges, and a thousand Prestige Master Levels. The game promises future updates with Ranked Play, new weapons, maps, modes, operators, events, and battle passes. Developers expressed surprise at the project's scale, emphasizing a commitment to quality and innovation in content creation. Black Ops 7 is currently available.

Winsage

October 23, 2025

PC market claws back thanks to Windows 10’s demise

Global PC shipments increased by 8.1 percent year-on-year in Q3 2025, driven by the impending end of support for Windows 10 and strategic inventory adjustments due to evolving U.S. import tariffs. Lenovo's shipments rose by 17.4 percent, HP's by 10.3 percent, Apple’s by 14.9 percent, and Asus reported a 14.1 percent annual increase. Dell experienced a slight decline of 0.9 percent compared to the previous year. The top five vendors now hold nearly three-quarters of the global PC market. Analysts predict a significant transformation in the industry with the introduction of AI-capable PCs starting in 2026, although current demand is primarily influenced by the need to upgrade from Windows 10. AI PCs are currently seen as more of a prestige item, with mass shipments of new AI-centric processors expected to begin in late 2026.