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From casual hobby to luxury investment: memory costs hit PC gaming hard
AppWizard
June 28, 2026

From casual hobby to luxury investment: memory costs hit PC gaming hard

Two years ago, the gaming landscape was improving with affordable video games and devices like the Steam Deck making PC gaming more user-friendly. However, demand for AI data centers has disrupted manufacturing, causing component prices to rise significantly. Microsoft reported a 2.5 times increase in costs for memory and storage, leading to a 20% price hike for the Xbox Series S in the U.S. starting in August. Apple also announced a similar 20% increase on its hardware. The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ has been launched at a price of ,499 in Australia, offering advanced gaming performance but at a steep cost. The Steam Deck remains a popular option at 9, while the ASUS ROG Ally provides alternatives for Windows users. The Nintendo Switch 2 offers a 1080p, 120Hz screen at a lower cost but lacks many major releases. Valve's Steam Machine was initially expected to start at 9, but due to the component crisis, it now starts at 9 for a 512GB model. DIY PC builds are becoming more accessible, with a recent build costing just over ,000. Consoles from Sony and Microsoft may offer better pricing for components despite recent increases. Cloud streaming services like Nvidia GeForce NOW and Xbox Game Pass are also emerging as cost-effective options.
AMD Adrenalin Edition 26.6.2 WHQL Drivers Face Issues on Windows 10, Hotfix Available
Winsage
June 26, 2026

AMD Adrenalin Edition 26.6.2 WHQL Drivers Face Issues on Windows 10, Hotfix Available

AMD unveiled its Adrenalin Edition 26.6.2 WHQL Drivers, featuring day-one support for games like Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced and DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations, and introducing FSR Upscaling 4.1 for RDNA 3 GPUs. Users on Windows 10, particularly with Radeon RX 7000 and RX 9000 series GPUs, reported installation issues, especially those under the Extended Security Updates program. AMD released a hotfix, Adrenalin Edition 26.6.3, to address these installation problems, which is available for download on their website.
Winlator vs GameNative vs GameHub 2026: Android PC Gaming
BetaBeacon
June 25, 2026

Winlator vs GameNative vs GameHub 2026: Android PC Gaming

- Winlator is the original Windows container for Android. - GameNative allows you to play PC games from Steam, Epic, and GOG on your Android device. - GameHub is a closed-source app distributed by GameSir, known for its high performance but criticized for invasive permissions and telemetry.
The Steam Machine is the most ambitious game console I’ve ever played
AppWizard
June 22, 2026

The Steam Machine is the most ambitious game console I’ve ever played

The Steam Machine retails starting at ,049 without a gamepad and ,128 bundled with one. Its performance does not significantly exceed that of the 5.5-year-old PS5, which offers sharper visuals in certain games. The Steam Machine operates more like a console than previous iterations, featuring a compact design and compatibility with modern gamepads. Valve claims to sell its components at cost, having negotiated with suppliers during a memory supply crisis. Users have reported technical issues, such as problems with the Steam Controller, sound output, and game downloads. The device requires manual adjustments for settings, lacks user-friendly configurations, and has questionable reliability with its sleep function. Valve plans to support AMD’s FSR 4 upscaling and is working on graphics driver updates. The Steam Machine is positioned as a versatile gaming and computing solution, but its limitations highlight the need for further refinement.
Microsoft tests Windows AI features on RTX GPUs, not just NPUs
Winsage
June 12, 2026

Microsoft tests Windows AI features on RTX GPUs, not just NPUs

Microsoft is expanding the availability of its Copilot+ features to users with Nvidia RTX GPUs, allowing older PCs to utilize advanced AI tools such as text summarization, image upscaling, and code generation. This change is facilitated by the experimental release of the Windows App SDK 2.2, which enables AI functionalities to run on dedicated Nvidia RTX GPUs. Features include text rewriting, editing, and advanced capabilities in the Microsoft Photos app. Users must download the experimental version of WinAppSDK 2.2, have an Nvidia GeForce RTX 30 series GPU with at least 6GB of VRAM, and enable Developer Mode on their PC. This shift reflects a broader strategy to leverage local AI models while still using cloud resources, aiming to democratize access to AI capabilities across a wider range of devices.
Arm is bringing Android its own version of DLSS – game with Unreal MegaLights will show it off
BetaBeacon
June 12, 2026

Arm is bringing Android its own version of DLSS – game with Unreal MegaLights will show it off

Arm has announced that advanced rendering features like ray tracing, Unreal MegaLights, and neural supersampling will soon be available on new Android mobile devices. A tech demo called Neural Dawn by Sumo Digital showcases ray tracing at playable framerates with AI-based upscaling, exclusive to devices equipped with an upcoming successor to Arm's Mali G1 GPU. This will be the first mobile game to support Unreal Engine 5's MegaLights, previously exclusive to high-end console and PC games. The next generation of Mali G1 will introduce support for neural upscaling features similar to Nvidia's DLSS technology.
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