Author: Valhalladidde

Compact desktop computers promise space-saving convenience but too many Windows-based mini PCs struggle with performance compromises that undermine their appeal. Apple’s latest Mac mini with M4 chip demolishes that equation entirely as this small computer delivers performance that embarrasses even high-spec Windows alternatives while occupying minimal desk space. Currently available for just $499 on Amazon for the 256GB option, down from its standard $599 price, this is the lowest price this latest-generation Mac mini has ever reached. This early Black Friday deal makes Apple’s most affordable desktop even more accessible, and given how thoroughly the M4 chip outperforms competing mini…

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Lumines Arise releases tomorrow, November 11, 2025, on PlayStation 5. It’s been over 20 years since the original Lumines was released at the launch of the PlayStation Portable in 2004. Lumines Arise is a complete reimagining of the series’ block-dropping puzzle gameplay using the latest technology possible on the PS5 (with optional PS VR2 compatibility). We’re confident that you’ve never had a puzzle game take you on an emotional, sound-and-light-filled, synesthetic journey quite like this, whether you’re a longtime fan or picking up Lumines for the very first time. I’m Game Director Takashi Ishihara from Enhance, and I’d like to…

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The Cabin Factory is not a game that was meant to be played, it was meant to be streamed. You’re not meant to enjoy it, you’re meant to react to it, and that’s what I did. But how do I review a game I simply reacted to? I’ll start by reacting to the game’s premise. As a new employee of the Cabin Factory, you’ve been hired to inspect cabins to make sure they’re not haunted. Apparently, there have been issues with some previous models. This is explained as you’re in an elevator riding up to the 8th floor of the…

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Tracking down a cooling fan location will be one of your goals in Arc Raiders if you plan on prepping to send your plucky Raider off on an adventure through the Expedition system. And no, I’m not just doing this because I put all my skill points in mobility and need a respec—who told you that? Malicious slander, I say.For your second phase of Expedition prep, building whatever the hell that thing is the game has you gathering materials for, you’ll need five cooling fans. That’s quite a few rare materials, especially if you don’t know where to find them.…

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Honkai: Star Rail fans can save on the newly released 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller Collector’s Bundle themed around Evernight. Normally $70, the officially licensed PC and mobile gamepad is available for $63 at Amazon for a limited time. It comes with a matching charging dock and hardshell carrying case, four joystick caps, a drink coaster, and more goodies.To get the deal, you need to click the coupon box on Amazon’s store page; the 10% discount will be applied after you add the controller to your cart. The promotion ends November 19, but it’s possible Amazon will sell out before…

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Soundtrack SundayWelcome to Soundtrack Sunday, where a member of the PC Gamer team takes a look at a soundtrack from one of their favourite games—or a broader look at videogame music as a whole—offering their thoughts or asking for yours!Ah, licensed music in videogames. An embarrassingly big contributor to my music taste over the years, highly favoured among the sports sims, episodic videogames, and open world free roam ditties Ć  la Sleeping Dogs and Grand Theft Auto.The latter is where I’ve ingested all kinds of music over the years, broadening my tastes to genres I never thought I would have…

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