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Cyberpunk 2077 Gets NVIDIA DLSS 3 Update

Cyberpunk 2077 gets better with every patch, and today’s patch adds NVIDIA DLSS 3, the next revolution in neural graphics. The DLSS 3 performance uplift enables GeForce Gamers to experience Cyberpunk 2077 with every setting and ray-traced option maxed out for the best image quality, and performance is great.

With realistic shadows and lighting and the added performance of NVIDIA DLSS 3 no other platform will compare to the Cyberpunk 2077 experience on a GeForce RTX-powered PC.

Cyberpunk 2077 has emerged as the benchmark game for a new generation of gamers who are asking the question ‘But can it run Cyberpunk’. Cyberpunk 2077 should be included in any benchmark suite used to test GPUs and tested to deliver the best experience – every setting and ray-traced option maxed out and DLSS 3 enabled.

DLSS Is Always Learning, New Improvements in Cyberpunk 2077

The new patch delivers improvements including AI network enhancements for DLSS Frame Generation that better take advantage of game engine data, improving UI stability and image quality during fast movement. See an example in this video.

Cyberpunk 2077 Sets a New Standard

Cyberpunk 2077 is a game that has defined next-generation gaming graphics through its use of DirectX Ray Tracing, a lighting technique that emulates the way light reflects and refracts in the real world, providing a more believable environment than what’s typically seen using static lighting in more traditional games.

The game uses several ray tracing techniques to render a massive future city at incredible levels of detail and gives gamers a peek into the future of PC gaming. The current version of the game uses ray-traced shadows, reflections, diffuse illumination, and ambient occlusion. If you turn on ‘Psycho mode’ in the ray traced lighting settings, you will even see ray traced global illumination as sunlight bounces realistically around the scene.

The result is a visually stunning gaming experience in a believable dystopian futuristic setting. Sprawling cityscapes that use subtle shadows to define depth. Windows, mirrors and puddles with accurate reflections. Night City districts that are bathed in neon lights – an effect critical to the game’s cyberpunk aesthetic.

With the latest patch for Cyberpunk 2077 and a GeForce 40 Series GPU, gamers get a glimpse of PC gaming’s AI-powered future today.

DLSS 3 Sets the Stage for Ray Tracing: Overdrive Mode!

The addition of DLSS 3 sets the stage for the pending Cyberpunk 2077 ‘Ray Tracing: Overdrive Mode’, an upcoming update that will take the game’s ray tracing to new heights and greatly enhance the game’s already-incredible visuals.

‘Ray Tracing: Overdrive Mode’ will cement Cyberpunk 2077 as the new ‘But can it play’ game for years to come. And DLSS 3 will be the key feature that gives GeForce 40 Series gamers the ability to answer, ‘yes’ when asked ‘But can it run Cyberpunk?’.

CORSAIR Unveils RMx SHIFT ATX Power Supplies

CORSAIR® (NASDAQ: CRSR), a world leader in enthusiast components for gamers, creators, and PC builders, today announced the revolutionary RMx SHIFT Series of ATX 3.0 certified power supplies, giving custom PC enthusiasts a new way to build. Available in wattages from 750W up to 1200W, these fully modular 80 PLUS Gold-certified PSUs feature the DC connector panel on the side of the unit, granting easier access to your cables and simpler, cleaner cable management.

The RMx SHIFT Series’ repositioned side panel (patent-pending) gives you a clear view and better access to all modular micro-fit connections, making connecting and maintaining your cables a breeze. Not only does this make attaching and detaching cables easy, it also means they won’t be bent or twisted as much to reach the connectors, resulting in less strain and a cleaner build.

Every model of RMx SHIFT is ATX 3.0 certified and PCIe 5.0 compliant for powering the latest cutting-edge systems, helping to improve overall system performance and reliability while providing the power needed to operate at the highest levels. With an included high-quality PCIe 5.0 12VHPWR GPU cable, the RMx SHIFT Series is ready for use with modern graphics cards such as the NVIDIA® GeForce™ RTX 40 Series.

The RMx SHIFT Series comes equipped with all the features that PC builders have come to expect from the RMx name. Only connect the cables your system needs thanks to fully modular CORSAIR Type 5 Gen 1 micro-fit cables. A 140mm fluid dynamic bearing fan utilizes a specially calculated fan curve for high performance, low noise, and superior reliability, with support for Zero RPM fan mode for near-silent operation at low loads. 80 PLUS Gold and Cybenetics Gold-certified, the RMx SHIFT Series is rated for steady power output at up to 90% efficiency. 100% 105°C-rated Japanese electrolytic capacitors guarantee unwavering power delivery and long-term durability.

CORSAIR has tested the RMx SHIFT in all current CORSAIR cases to guarantee compatibility, and has already updated the online PC Builder database with the most popular third party cases. CORSAIR is hard at work verifying compatibility with most third party cases and will continue to add that information to the PC Builder database over the coming weeks. As a general guideline, a minimum clearance of 30mm of open space to the side of the bottom compartment is necessary to accommodate the side-positioned connector panel.

For a new perspective on how to build and connect your next PC, look for the RMx SHIFT Series and get a PSU that’s on your side.

Availability, Warranty and Pricing

The CORSAIR RMx SHIFT Series of power supplies is available immediately from the CORSAIR webstore and the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors.

The RMx SHIFT Series is backed by a ten-year warranty, alongside the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.

Web Pages

To learn more about the CORSAIR RMx SHIFT Series, please visit:

https://www.corsair.com/rmx-shift-power-supply

Espire 2 Gets 2023 Roadmap

Virtual reality developer Digital Lode and publisher Tripwire Presents are proud to announce the release of the latest update for Espire 2, the award-winning stealth action title critics are lauding as a “must play” and Meta Quest players are calling “a VR love letter to stealth games.” The update, which is available now, introduces public matchmaking for the first time, delivering on the most requested feature from the Espire 2 community to-date. Following today’s update, it’s never been easier to find fellow agents to experience everything the Espire 2 Co-op Campaign has to offer.

In addition, Digital Lode is excited to announce that Espire 2 is now available in the limited-time Sneak and Destroy Duo Pack alongside After the Fall by Vertigo Games. Players can find these two amazing VR games in this special collection at a 27% discount for $50.99USD on the Meta Store.

Today’s public matchmaking update for Espire 2 marks yet another major milestone completed as part of Digital Lode and Tripwire Presents’ commitment to continued support, delivering significant and notable improvements for the Espire 2 community in 2023 as outlined in the Espire 2 public roadmap.

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Espire 2 Public Roadmap Highlights Include:

  • Espire Ops: New single-player levels with weekly developer-set challenges
  • Public Co-Op: Find public co-op games with fellow operatives when your friends aren’t online
  • Co-Op Missions: More Co-op missions are in the works. In addition, players can expect a new hardcore difficulty setting for singleplayer and Co-Op Campaigns
  • New VR Platforms: Espire 2 is coming to new virtual reality platforms. We are in the early stages of development and will have more to announce in 2023
  • Skins: In response to this top request from players, Digital Lode will also introduce unlockable frame skins & weapon variants

Out now for the Meta Quest 2 and Quest Pro platforms, Espire 2 combines the tactical precision of modern stealth titles with the unprecedented immersion of VR, further expanding upon the genre-defining experience of its critically acclaimed predecessor.

For more information on Digital Lode and to stay up to date on the latest news for Espire 2, be sure to visit the official website – and follow the developers on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

For more information on Tripwire Presents please visit their official website and follow them on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Razer’s Head-Tracking Leviathan V2 Pro Soundbar Available Now

Following its debut at CES 2023, where it received a dozen ‘Best of CES 2023’ from Tom’s Guide, Inverse, Trusted Reviews and more, the Razer Leviathan V2 Pro soundbar is available now exclusively on Razer.com and at RazerStores starting at $399.99 USD / €489.99 MSRP.

  • Razer Leviathan V2 Pro is powered by head-tracking AI technology with an integrated IR camera, which beams audio directly to users’ ears to give them a surround sound experience coming from a single source
  • The integrated subwoofer gives users an immersive soundscape experience with crisp, clear treble and deep, punchy bass
  • Razer Leviathan V2 Pro also features two surround sound modes, utilizing 3D audio:
    • THX® Spatial Audio Virtual Headset mode is perfect for any stereo (2.1) content, providing positional audio previously only found in headsets
    • THX® Spatial Audio Virtual Speakers mode allows for multi-channel content and creates an immersive personalized digital 7.1 soundstage comparable to a home theater system
  • Thanks to the addition of Razer Chroma, users will experience full RGB customization and deeper immersion with 30 lighting zones with 16.8 million colors to choose from. Razer Chroma is also integrated into over 200 games, so Leviathan V2 Pro is always at the center of the action – and destined to be the center of any Chroma battlestation

More information on the Razer Leviathan V2 Pro can be found here.

Space Marine 2 Collector’s Edition Revealed

Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive are thrilled to bring a very special, top-class Collector’s Edition to fans awaiting the comeback of Warhammer 40,000’s legendary franchise in Space Marine 2. Discover a new look at the game’s exclusive Steelbook and “Making Of” book for the first time today!

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Visit the Focus Entertainment Store and pre-order the Collector’s Edition for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam key) before February 16 to guarantee day one delivery and be supremely equipped for epic warfare!

A Collector’s Edition Blessed with Immense Power

The Collector’s Edition of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 features prestigious collectibles packed inside a box sporting exclusive artwork and includes:

  • A statuette of Lieutenant Titus: an 8.25 x 6.7″ resin statuette with interchangeable head and helmet, finely detailed and entirely hand-painted
  • The game’s official Steelbook®
  • A 64-page “Art & Making-Of” book, in English, illustrated by the talented team at Saber Interactive.
  • The game Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 on the platform of your choice:
    • PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X versions will be shipped as physical copies, with a Focus Entertainment Store-exclusive box art
    • The PC version will be sent digitally as a Steam download code
  • The “Macragge’s Chosen” DLC

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 will be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2023. Pre-order the Collector’s Edition now! Pre-orders registered from February 17 and after will be subject to stock availability and are not guaranteed for delivery on day one.

Wishlist the game and sign up as a Focus member to get exclusive news and upcoming special offers for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and the whole Focus catalog.

World of Warships: Legends Lunar New Year 2023

Wargaming, the publisher and developer of the popular game World of Warships, is ringing in the Lunar New Year on consoles in World of Warships: Legends. This update is jam-packed with content, including ships, a Commander, and specialty skins. Legends also welcomes the fourth wave of Azur Lane to its harbours, a Legendary Italian cruiser to the research Bureau and yet another classic five-week, 100 milestone campaign with the German Tier VIII Premium battleship Pommern waiting at the end.

Pan-Asian Arrivals

Welcoming the Year of the Rabbit, a boatload of Pan-Asian content has bounced into Legends. Kicking off these Lunar New Year celebrations is a brand-new dragon Commander guise, equipped with its own special voiceover. Keeping the scaly theme going, Tier VII Premium Pan-Asian destroyer Northern Dragon makes a debut, alongside several special, Pan-Asian skins for a handful of ships to get in on the festivities.

In addition, Lunar New Year sees a dedicated crate come to the game, and a whole new branch of four Tier IV-VII tech tree cruisers coming to Early Access. These ships, sporting some hefty deep-water torpedoes, each come with a personal mission to complete. This branch will become researchable in the next update and make way for the introduction of the line-topping Tier VIII Sejong.

Ladies, ships, and guns

A fabulous quintet, this Azur Lane reinforcement, same as the previous three waves, is based on the Azur Lane Characters. Those are: Eagle Union New Jersey, Royal Navy Neptune, Iron Blood Roon, Northern Parliament Chapayev, and last, but definitely not least comes Iris Libre – the first character of this faction to grace Legends’ waters – Saint Louis.

Two shiny new ships will dock in the port. No captain is worthy enough without their ships, so a couple of those, Azur Lane New Jersey as a battleship and Azur Lane Chapayev as a cruiser, are joining US and Soviet Navies, respectively.

Three more new skins, Azur Lane Roon (for German navy), Azur Lane Neptune (for Royal Navy), and Azur Lane Saint Louis will be obtainable alongside aforementioned in-game items. However, all of these require having an original version of the warship to be useful.

The new Azur Lane crate, unlike the iterations of previous parts of the collaboration, does not drop only the current wave Commanders. Instead, it contains a chance for every item of the collaboration, among other in-game goodies.

Campaign, Competitive Modes and More

Wrapping up this packed update is another classic Legends campaign. Waiting at the end of the five-week, 100-milestone Griffin of the Baltic campaign is the solid German Tier VIII Premium battleship Pommern. This vessel boasts a solid HP pool alongside a powerful secondary battery and mighty AP shells. This update also sees three extended seasons of Ranked Battles and two also-extended Brawls to the game, with Ranked Battles available to ships spanning Tier V-VII to engage in five-on-five battles. Closing out January’s update, Legends also welcomes its first Legendary Tier Italian ship, with cruiser Napoli of Regia Marina joining as a free Bureau project.

This update also brings several bug fixes, upgrades and balance changes across the game.

The Pathless Coming to Nintendo Switch and Xbox Platforms

The Pathless, a mythic adventure game developed by Giant Squid and published by Annapurna Interactive, will launch for Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Xbox X|S digitally on Feb. 2, 2023.

Developed by the award-winning team behind ABZÛ and first launched in 2020, The Pathless sees players take on the role of the Hunter, a master of archery who travels to a mystical island to dispel a curse of darkness that grips the world. The Hunter must forge a connection with an eagle companion to hunt corrupted spirits, being careful to not become the hunted. Players will explore misty forests full of secrets, solve puzzles in ancient ruins and be tested in epic battles.

iam8bit and Skybound will also release a The Pathless physical retail edition for Switch, with details being revealed in the coming weeks.

To stay up to date on the latest news, please visit The Pathless.game and follow the Annapurna Interactive and the official @GiantSquidology and @A_i Twitter accounts.

Road 96: Mile 0 Official Announcement Trailer

DigixArt and Ravenscourt are thrilled to unveil Road 96: Mile 0, the prequel to the critically acclaimed Road 96 that follows the original’s narrative adventure roots while tying in heartfelt musical scenes. The game is due to release digitally on April 4 for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Switch.

Channeling the same ‘90s vibes found in Road 96, today’s announcement trailer for Road 96: Mile 0 features the brand-new track “Land Locked Heart” by The Midnight.

Road 96: Mile 0 is set in White Sands, Petria´s only luxurious community, and takes place just before the life-shaping road trips of Road 96. Players will alternate between the roles of Zoe and Kaito, two teenagers with opposite backgrounds and beliefs.

Two teens, two worlds:

Fans of Road 96 will remember Zoe, one of the main characters of the original game. She comes from the rich side of White Sands and her father works for President Tyrak´s government as the Minister of Oil.

Kaito – a character from developer DigixArt’s first game, Lost in Harmony – on the other hand, was born in rough, impoverished Colton City. After moving with his family to get away from Colton City’s pollution and find new jobs, Kaito finds himself in White Sands as well. It’s been two years since this move and they are now close neighbors to the Tryak abode.

Intrigued by his dark demeanor, Zoe gets closer to Kaito and the two develop a strong friendship. This budding friendship with Kaito eventually exposes Zoe to disturbing truths about her country and even her own father. Through this new-found relationship, players will discover what made Zoe flee her home and the truth behind the 1986 Border Attack that sets off the events of Road 96.

“In Road 96 Mile 0 we wanted to show where Zoe is coming from and why she left her comfortable life, said Yoan Fanise CEO of DigixArt. “But we didn’t create Mile 0 in the conventional way. We went the crazy route, using metaphorical music sequences where you ride along on the beliefs and doubts of Zoe and Kaito. The funny part is that YOU choose how you want them to evolve.”

Zoe and Kaito´s inner worlds:

Varying the narrative-driven gameplay of Road 96: Mile 0 will be sections that let us explore the thought processes of both Zoe and Kaito through psychedelic musical rides. Skating through these rhythm-based segments, players will make impactful narrative and emotional decisions that shape the journey of the game’s two protagonists.

The Midnight:

Backing up today’s emotional announce trailer for Road 96: Mile 0 is the brand-new song “Land Locked Heart” from American synthwave band The Midnight, which will be released as a single soon. Designed to reinforce the emotional experience for players, “Land Locked Heart” is the first track from the Road 96: Mile 0 official soundtrack.

“This song is about the paradox of coming home. Even though it’s where you were formed and where the evidence of the origin story is all around, there comes a time when it no longer feels like home. Eventually it feels like a place you must escape from, or be destined to continue in a story that isn’t yours. We’re excited to see the song come to life in Road 96: Mile 0,” said The Midnight.

Road 96: Mile 0 is a narrative adventure game combining powerful storytelling with emotional music. Developed by DigixArt and published by Ravenscourt, the game is launching digitally on April 4, 2023.

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Hotel Renovator Release Date Trailer

Focus Entertainment and Two Horizons are excited to announce that Hotel Renovator, the simulation game where you design the hotel of your dreams, will release on March 7 on PC and later this year on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The wait will soon be over for fans of the genre eagerly anticipating this collaboration between two experts in developing and publishing top simulation experiences. Pre-orders are now open on Steam and will grant access to special in-game items with the “Palace Furniture Set” DLC.

Embrace the endless possibilities

Let your creative instincts run wild in Sandbox Mode, or uncover your grandfather’s past and carry on his legacy in Story Mode, taking matters into your own hands after you inherit a run-down hotel, using smart management and sharp investment to take your hotel on a journey from shabby to glory! From interior architecture to decoration and hospitality, draw upon over 2,000 furniture items and elements to turn your unique vision of hotel design and customer experience into a 5-star business.

Hotel Renovator will offer mod support at launch, giving players endless possibilities to create unique content and share their designs to inspire a vibrant community of renovators! That community will grow to include console players later this year, with a PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S launch scheduled for 2023.

Startup Company Console Edition Out Now

Startup Company Console Edition, the hit business sandbox simulation from developer Hovgaard Games and publisher 2Awesome Studio that sold more than 400k units on Steam, celebrates its grand opening today on PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.

Disrupt industries as a CEO leading a startup with a small, humble team. Develop a new dating app for singles, threaten social media giants with an innovative new platform, or create and maintain a fresh gaming streaming service. Grow from a loner with an idea into an industry titan, but it takes more than just a good leader to thrive.

Hire and train a team of Researchers, Developers, and Designers to achieve maximum productivity. Expand employee responsibilities, promote and compensate the best team members with an increase in salary, and part ways with those who don’t turn out to be a good fit. Discover new features to implement and consider how the company can best grow from its investments before making the next move.

With a happy workforce and an evolutionary workload, sit back and watch profits soar. Decorate the office to be the best environment for employee productivity and continue to renovate as the company grows in head count. Rearrange the office layout, set up server rooms with appropriate cooling, and upgrade in-office technologies to keep up with the competition.

“Startup Company Console Edition utilizes a never-before-seen game engine, optimizing the experience for consoles,” said Jonas Hovgaard, Founder, Hovgaard Games, “In addition to revamped menus, refreshed console controls, and updated UI and user experience, consoles players can look forward to frequent post-launch updates featuring a new language.”

Startup Company Console Edition releases today for $12.99 on PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch with a celebratory, limited time 10% discount on Xbox and Nintendo platforms. It supports English, French, German, Spanish – Spain, Brazilian Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Turkish, Italian, Hungarian, Korean, Japanese, Dutch, Czech, and Polish languages.

For more information, follow 2Awesome Studio on Twitter, and visit the official pages for 2Awesome Studio and Hovgaard Games.