The PC Gaming category is dedicated to the vast and ever-evolving world of computer-based gaming. With a rich history and a future filled with innovations, PC gaming offers an immersive experience that ranges from high-end graphical wonders to indie gems. Whether it's the latest triple-A titles, strategic simulations, or updates on gaming peripherals, this section delves deep into everything related to PC gaming. Readers can explore in-depth reviews, news on upcoming releases, tweaks to enhance performance, and insights into the trends shaping the PC gaming industry.
Dell has slashed $1,500 off its flagship Alienware Area-51 desktop, bringing the Ryzen 7 9850X3D and RTX 5090 configuration down to $5,399.99 shipped. The system packs 64GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM and a 360mm liquid cooler inside a chassis that dwarfs the Aurora R16.
The original Halo: Combat Evolved now supports cross-platform campaign co-op across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC through the Master Chief Collection. This guide breaks down exactly how to squad up with friends regardless of platform, covering party setup, matchmaking settings, and the specific steps needed to launch a cooperative session.
Polydin Studio has announced Black Lake, a first-person psychological horror game set in an abandoned orphanage drifting on an endless black ocean. Players control Elena as she searches for her missing twin sister Rita, using light-based mechanics to survive creatures formed from vanished children and staff. The game launches on PC in Winter 2027 with console versions following in mid-2027.
Riot Games has locked in the complete 2026 release calendar for Riftbound, its new physical trading card game set in the League of Legends universe. Four sets spanning February through October will introduce new mechanics like Equipment, Ultimate rarity, and jungle-focused keywords, alongside Champion Decks for popular characters including Fiora, Rumble, and Jhin.
THQ Nordic has announced Wreckreation 2 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S just nine months after the original game launched to poor reviews. The sequel comes from a new studio formed by former Three Fields Entertainment staff following that team's redundancy notice.
AI-driven memory demand has pushed RAM and GPU prices to record highs, making 2026 the worst year in recent memory to build or buy a gaming PC. But for players who already own capable hardware, this year is shaping up to be surprisingly strong — major releases are running well on older systems, and developers are optimizing for the hardware people actually have.
Dell Outlet has restocked a refurbished Alienware Area-51 desktop packing an RTX 5090, 64GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 4TB SSD for $5,044 with a full warranty. The configuration represents a notable discount compared to current component pricing, though it remains firmly out of reach for most buyers.
Activision and Infinity Ward have confirmed the beta schedule for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with early access beginning August 21 for pre-order customers on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The open beta follows on August 28 and adds Nintendo Switch 2 to the platform lineup, marking the franchise's return to Nintendo hardware after years away.
An unofficial PC port of Gears of War 2 called Hollow has surfaced, built from a leaked 2008 development build that includes the Road to Ruin DLC. The project by modder xHeliosx focuses on single-player campaign play, though multiplayer remains untested and required files are currently difficult to obtain.
A new Grand Theft Auto 5 roleplay mod overhauls Bolingbroke Penitentiary with processing, sentence timers, lockdowns, and Shawshank-style escape mechanics. The mod transforms a simple timeout into a persistent simulation where guards react to trouble and prisoners plan elaborate breakouts.
