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January 14, 2026

How much RAM does your PC really need in 2026? A Windows and Mac expert’s verdict

Shopping for a new computer involves focusing on three critical components: the processor, storage drive, and RAM. For Windows machines, 16GB of RAM is the operational minimum for new consumer laptops, while 4GB is the minimum requirement for Windows 11. MacBook users can find satisfactory performance with 8GB of RAM, but Apple has set 16GB as the starting point for its new MacBook Air M4. Chromebooks can operate effectively with 8GB or less. More RAM generally improves performance, but excessive memory can lead to diminishing returns. DDR stands for "double data rate," with DDR5 being the latest standard for faster data transfer speeds. Most users find 16GB adequate, while gamers and creative professionals may need 32GB. Beyond 32GB is typically excessive unless engaged in demanding activities, where 48GB or 64GB may be warranted.

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January 11, 2026

One of the Most Popular PC Games of All Time Just Got Steam Deck Verified 7 Years After Release

Satisfactory has achieved Steam Deck Verified status after being categorized as “Playable” for a period. The game has sold 5.5 million copies as of 2024 and reached a peak of 184,171 concurrent users on Steam. It holds a score of 91 on Metacritic and a 97% approval rating on Steam, earning the “Overwhelmingly Positive” designation. Players take on the role of a pioneer on an alien planet, tasked with constructing factories to utilize natural resources, and the game is available for .99 on Steam.

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January 6, 2026

Scratching my No Man’s Sky and Satisfactory itches, this new space game from an acclaimed survival dev is finally on Steam

No Man's Sky is a vast space game that continues to expand, while StarRupture has recently launched in Steam Early Access as a more focused space survival experience. StarRupture features a single open-world planet for exploration, resource mining, base building, and combat against alien creatures. Players can choose from four classes: biologist, scientist, soldier, and engineer, and must manage hunger, thirst, toxicity, and health while crafting weapons. The game emphasizes automation, allowing players to build interconnected machines powered by solar energy, but they must also contend with extreme heat blasts. StarRupture is priced at .99 / £13.59 with a 20% discount. The developer, Creepy Jar, has plans for future updates, including map expansions, new weapons, resources, and a winter-themed biome in version 1.0.

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January 3, 2026

The Worst Optimized PC Games of 2025

In 2025, several high-profile games have been criticized for poor optimization and disappointing performance. The most poorly optimized titles include: - Rise of the Ronin: The PC version struggles to maintain satisfactory performance at ultra settings, with graphics not meeting system requirements. - Keeper: Built on Unreal Engine 5, it fails to achieve 60 FPS in native 4K at maximum settings, even with a GeForce RTX 5090. - The Outer Worlds 2: Performance drops significantly with ray tracing enabled and requires a CPU with high IPC, only efficiently utilizing four threads. - Borderlands 4: Launched with subpar optimization, performance issues persist despite updates. - Monster Hunter Wilds: Required multiple patches to achieve acceptable frame rates and stability. - Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2: Notable for severe stuttering, one of the worst in recent releases. - Oblivion Remastered: Criticized for poor performance and appears abandoned without necessary fixes.

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January 3, 2026

The PC game releases we’re most excited about in January

January typically sees a quieter period for PC gaming, with many anticipated titles debuting later in the month. Notable releases include: - January 12: Quarantine Zone: The Last Check (Steam) - Players act as a checkpoint officer in a zombie apocalypse. - January 26: Highguard (Steam) - A free-to-play hero shooter facing skepticism. - January 29: Cairn (Steam) - A mountain climbing game praised by early players. Upcoming gaming events and sales include: - CES from January 6-9. - Steam Winter Sale (December 18 - January 5). - Detective Fest (January 12 - January 19). - Board Game Fest (January 26 - February 2). - Taipei Game Show (January 29 - February 1). Early access launches in January: - January 6: StarRupture (Steam) - A sci-fi base building and defense game. - January 22: Bladesong (Steam) - Players craft blades in a dark fantasy setting. - January TBA: Echoes of Elysium (Steam) - A co-op airship survival RPG delayed from December. Major updates and events: - January 20: World of Warcraft's Midnight Pre-Expansion Content Update. - January 12: Anthem concludes its service. - January 22: Cult of the Lamb: Woolhaven expansion introduces new content. Additional game releases in January include: - January 9: Pathologic 3 (Steam). - January 12: Big Hops (Steam). - January 15: Craftlings (Steam) and Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon (Steam). - January 16: BrokenLore: Unfollow (Steam). - January 20: Mio: Memories in Orbit (Steam). - January 21: Dynasty Warriors Origins: Visions of Four Heroes (Steam). - January 22: Nova Roma (Steam) and Arknights: Endfield (Epic). - January 28: The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin (Steam) and The Midnight Walkers (early access). - January 29: Don't Stop, Girlypop! (Steam).

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December 30, 2025

2025’s Top-Selling Steam Games Include Some Terrible PC Ports

Valve has released the list of the best-selling games on Steam for 2025, which includes: 1. Monster Hunter Wilds 2. Elden Ring Nightreign 3. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered 4. EA Sports FC 26 5. Borderlands 4 6. Schedule I 7. Hollow Knight: Silksong 8. Civilization VII 9. Battlefield 6 10. Dune Awakening 11. Arc Raiders 12. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 The games ranked 13-24 are: 13. Assassin’s Creed Shadows 14. Dispatch 15. Dying Light: The Beast 16. Anno 117: Pax Romana 17. Europa Universalis V 18. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 19. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 20. Split Fiction 21. Inzoi 22. Doom: The Dark Ages 23. Stellar Blade 24. Digimon Story: Time Stranger Monster Hunter Wilds has been criticized as one of the worst PC ports of the year but remains popular among players. Civilization VII also faced criticism over launch issues yet made it into the top 12. Capcom plans to release performance improvements for Monster Hunter Wilds in 2026.

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December 28, 2025

Microsoft partners Netflix to bring Stranger Things to Minecraft: All details – The Times of India

Microsoft has collaborated with Netflix to integrate the series Stranger Things into Minecraft through a DLC available for Minecraft Bedrock Edition. The DLC can be purchased in the Minecraft Marketplace for 1510 Minecoins. Players on the Nintendo Switch cannot access this content due to performance issues. The DLC features levels that recreate scenes from all seasons of Stranger Things, allowing players to choose characters like Eleven, Dr. Brenner, Suzie, Eddie, and Vecna, each with unique abilities. The gameplay encourages cooperative play, but solo players can switch between characters. The experience includes iconic moments from the show, with evolving town environments and various challenges.

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December 28, 2025

Your Windows SSD Could Be Faster, Microsoft’s New Update Reveals Why

Microsoft introduced a native NVMe driver in Windows Server 2025 to improve SSD performance by eliminating bottlenecks associated with the SCSI translation protocol. This driver allows for direct communication between NVMe drives and Windows, resulting in substantial improvements in random IOPS and reduced CPU overhead for enterprise systems. Tech-savvy users have found a way to enable this driver on Windows 11, leading to reported increases in throughput of up to 45 percent in specific storage tests. The performance enhancements are particularly noticeable in random access workloads, although users should be cautious when modifying the Windows registry due to potential risks. Speed improvements may not be significant for average users but could benefit power users and those running IOPS-intensive applications.

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December 18, 2025

Best PC Games to Play During the Holidays

The winter holiday break offers PC gamers a chance to enjoy various games, whether solo or with others. Cooperative games for two players include Split Fiction, where players navigate dual worlds, Henry Halfhead, which features a puzzle-solving character, and LEGO Voyagers, which uses LEGO bricks for teamwork. Family-oriented games like Popucom, LEGO Fortnite Odyssey, and Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny emphasize accessible mechanics and cooperative play. For local multiplayer competition, EA SPORTS FC 26, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and Mortal Kombat 1 are popular choices. Online co-op games such as Satisfactory, Out of Time, and PowerWash Simulator 2 allow players to connect remotely. Free-to-play options include Where Winds Meet, skate., and Infinity Nikki, which provide engaging experiences without cost. Immersive games like Escape from Duckov, Promise Mascot Agency, and Football Manager 26 offer deep gameplay experiences.

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December 16, 2025

Google gives Gemini image markup tools to stop the app from guessing

Google has introduced a new image markup feature for its Gemini AI, allowing users to draw directly on images to enhance interaction. This feature enables users to circle, highlight, sketch, or annotate images, providing visual context for analysis and editing. It aims to improve the accuracy of image interpretation, especially in complex scenarios. The rollout is currently a server-side test, meaning not all users have immediate access to these tools. Previously, users faced challenges in communicating specific details to Gemini, but the new tools help focus on important elements. Google is also enhancing image editing capabilities with natural-language processing to maintain consistency in edits. The feature's availability is limited, and an official announcement regarding its launch has not been made, but some users are already testing it.