Author: Sam

Game publisher Hooded Horse has introduced two new titles, Bosslords and Architect of Ruin, both developed under contracts that explicitly prohibit the use of AI-generated assets. This commitment positions the publisher against the growing trend of AI-generated content in games.

The January 2026 Humble Choice selection is now available, offering eight Steam games. Highlights include the open-zone platformer Sonic Frontiers, the classic action-adventure collection Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, and the intense extraction shooter Hunt: Showdown 1896. This month’s bundle also features Etrian Odyssey II HD, Nice Day for Fishing, Metal Slug Tactics, Settlement Survival, and Wizard of Legend 2.

The Gigabyte X870E Aorus Pro X3D Ice motherboard offers robust hardware and excellent cooling for AMD Ryzen systems. While its features are impressive, the X3D Turbo Mode 2, which incorporates AI, introduces significant complexity. Achieving optimal performance requires careful testing and adjustment of its settings, as performance can vary widely across different applications and games depending on the chosen profile.

Larian Studios, the developer of Baldur’s Gate 3, has indicated that a Nintendo Switch 2 port of the critically acclaimed RPG is not their decision to make, pointing to Wizards of the Coast as the rights holder.

The open-world arcade flight simulation game, The Brew Barons, inspired by Porco Rosso, is now available on PlayStation 5.

Humble Bundle has partnered with Games Done Quick for their 2026 fundraiser, offering a collection of 10 games for just $10. This bundle features titles suitable for speedrunning or casual play, including the cozy adventure Mika and the Witch’s Mountain, the platformer Shovel Knight: King of Cards, and the horror FPS F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin. A portion of each purchase supports the Prevent Cancer Foundation.

At CES 2026, Phison unveiled new PCIe 5.0 controllers and its aiDAPTIV+ technology, designed to reduce DRAM requirements for LLM processing by utilizing SSD cache and integrated GPUs. The lineup includes the high-performance E28, the more affordable and power-efficient E37T for mainstream devices, and enterprise-grade Pascari X201 and D201 SSDs for AI, HPC, and cloud applications. The E37T is expected to make PCIe 5.0 more accessible.

Stoic Studio, known for The Banner Saga series, is preparing to release its action RPG, Towerborne, from early access next month. The game offers a unique blend of combat and customization for players.

This guide provides a detailed walkthrough for the “Magic Horseshoes” task in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, covering how to start the quest, acquire the special horseshoes from nomads, and claim your reward from Guildsman Janek.

These exhilarating forthcoming titles offer an exciting start to the new year.