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Dive into Ghost Keeper, an early access game where players control a legion of spirits to terrify humans. This top-down title blends elements of The Sims and Dungeon Keeper, offering a fresh perspective on the supernatural genre by putting you in charge of the ghosts.

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D processor has been released, offering a 400MHz boost clock increase over its predecessor, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, for a minimal price difference. This new CPU maintains key specifications while delivering performance improvements in select games, making it an appealing upgrade for users with older generation processors.

Revit 2026 introduces a significant architectural change, moving to a GPU-driven graphics engine. This shift means hardware selection now requires balancing single-core CPU performance for modeling with substantial VRAM for the new graphics pipeline. Understanding these updated system requirements is crucial for professional AEC production.

InWin has officially launched the W31 mid-tower chassis, featuring a panoramic tempered glass design and a dual-chamber layout. This case supports ATX motherboards, extensive cooling options, and high-end components, balancing a compact size with a modern aesthetic for PC builders.

Microsoft recently caused confusion among system administrators with a vague announcement about Windows 11 26H1, initially implying a broad restriction. It was later clarified that this specific release is exclusively for new ARM-based devices, not standard x86-64 systems, highlighting ongoing communication challenges from the company.

DeepCool has introduced the CG530U, a new mid-tower PC case featuring a “fishtank” design with a seamless, curved tempered glass panel for an unobstructed view of internal components. This dual-chamber chassis supports modern hardware, including motherboards with rear-mounted connectors, and comes equipped with four ARGB fans.

Be quiet! introduces its new Power Zone 2 series of power supplies, with the 1200W flagship model being examined. This series, also available in 750W, 850W, and 1000W capacities, features 80 Plus Platinum and Cybenetics Platinum certifications, fully modular design, and a 10-year warranty. It includes 90-degree angled 12V-2×6 connectors and PCIe 5.1/ATX 3.1 compatibility, alongside a semi-passive zero-RPM mode for quiet operation.

AMD has revealed the official pricing and availability for its new Ryzen 7 9850X3D processor. Set to launch on January 29 for $499 USD, this CPU boasts a faster boost clock and offers substantial gaming performance improvements, with its 3D V-Cache technology minimizing the need for high-frequency memory.

Cougar has launched the MX230 RGB, a new mid-tower PC chassis designed with a strong emphasis on thermal performance. This case features a mesh front panel and an angled mesh bottom, promoting a vertical airflow path to efficiently cool components. It includes a unique triple-fan-capable PSU shroud and comes equipped with four ARGB fans, supporting extensive cooling configurations.

YouTube has stopped allowing free background playback of its content on mobile browsers. Users who minimize the app, switch to another app, or lock their screen will find playback immediately stops, a move seemingly designed to push subscriptions to YouTube Premium.