Golden Manager, the soccer manager game, has released a version for Android devices and has updated the iOS version with great new features. By releasing on Android devices, it aims to keep growing the Golden Manager community throughout the world with thousands of new users.
It seems some Japanese developers are quite keen on making kuso games. And recently I have collected some other funny Japanese Kuso games that I can't wait to introduce to you
To celebrate the demise of winter and the start of spring, Timelines Assault on America mobile will be available for one week at $1.99 U.S. It can unlock all 12 campaign missions, unlimited cross platform multiplayer, and remove all ads.
Playpark has announced Media-Only Closed Beta for their upcoming Action-Adventure mobile game, Heart Castle! This brand new mobile title is a 3D ARPG based on the lore of Alice in Wonderland.
Online Shooter Combat Arms: Line of Sight Closed Beta will be kicked off from 31st March and run for 48 hours till April 2nd. And the first 1,000 to register will receive the EXCLUSIVE Hero Character for Closed Beta!
Acquire's Road to Dragons, a anime action JRPG with new path-building game mechanic, is available on Android and iOS globally. If you are a fan of Japanese anime mobile game, Road to Dragons is a great choice.
Taichi Panda, the action dungeon crawler from Snail Games, announced the plans for a major content update, the Teumessian Update, pegged for late March. Players fight through dungeons to collect loot and resources, taking bosses in an effort to get a 3-star victory.
Today a new video outlining Echo of Soul's Archer class was released. In this video, you can enjoy the fantastic gameplay of Archer with an exciting news
FFXI was my first mmorpg, and I've played from '04-12, this is surprising news indeed to me! I knew it wouldn't be long until the console versions were going to be shut down, but working with Nexon on a mobile version!?
Dream of Mirror Online announced to launch the Open Beta where Item Mall will be up and running on Friday, March 20th at 5:00 EST. Then, some exciting events are planned for players to enjoy such as a 'Paparazzi Event' and 'Find the GM Event'.
Recently, several "Return to ArcheAge" gifts including some rare items and a Cynafin Dolphin were giving out to the ArcheAge former players. However, those players who are currently playing the game seems to be very upset at this
In the days before the Iron Horde invaded Azeroth and tightened its grip on all Draenor, Warchief Grommash Hellscream sought every advantage in his quest to conquer the orcish world completely.
It's been quite long time since we read the last Developer Insights of Heroes of the storm. This time blizzard says they are taking a different approach with this episode of Developer Insights, and sitting down with Game Designer Matthew Cooper to chat about a few of the changes you'll be seeing in the near-future in regards to balance and hero functionality. Dive in to learn more about what's coming to the Nexus.
It was a nice long week of CBT. Everyone got to see all Skyforge has to offer. Or at least begin to see it. I put together some concerns, and likes in the game. You may find some you agree some you don't. I just want the company to get a gander too. Basically in a way not disrespectful or immature.
MMORPGs have stagnated somewhat, but the new MOBA games are currently an enormous boom.Is it because people got tired of grind, or because MOBA and FPS games are very similar, I really do not know.Would you like to see MOBA features in MMORPGS. ?
Tap 'n' Pop 3 featuring a unique and smooth gameplay, beautiful sound and graphics as well as over 500 challenging levels is now available on several platforms and devices. It is continuing the great features of previous releases while adding much more variety to the gameplay.
Just in time for the arrival of the Shadow Legion, we’re hosting this giveaway of NX for the European version of Atlantica Online. We’re going to raffle 90 codes – 18 codes that grant 10,000 NX and 72 codes that grant 5,000 NX – so you can purchase whenever you want if you are winner. […]
Nexon has just announced plans for the first closed beta testing of Combat Arms: Line of Sight. Starting March 31, a limited number of players will be able to check out this new title for the very first time for a duration of 48 hours. In order to get a chance to be among the […]
GENRE: Free to play MMORPG PLATFORM: Windows / Mac DEVELOPER: Zenimax / Bethesda OVERVIEW The Elder Scrolls Online is a fantasy based MMORPG based off the popular franchise of the same name, in the game players are once more transported to the continent of Tamriel in a time of strife and chaos. The game is […]
We’ve been play-testing Skyforge throughout this week (you’ve probably checked out our first look video and our review already) and now, having quite some hours of gameplay under our belt, we’d like to come up with this video review that highlights the key features, concepts and basic mechanics this new MMO RPG has on offer. You’ll see our […]
With its latest content update, which is the conclusion to the legion update, 8 new mercenaries join the roster of playable characters in Atlantica Online, making all 3 legions – the Shaolin, the Diabolists, as well as the Shadow – now available. In this context, Nexon has also released a new trailer highlighting the new […]
AMD claims that Nvidia G-Sync technology can negatively affect FPS
Shore up your homes everyone, it appears that another battle is about to be waged between AMD and Nvidia consumers. The resulting storm is going to be over AMD's FreeSync and Nvidia's G-Sync technologies. While AMD announced that four new monitors with FreeSync support are now available, it didn't stop there. The company went on to claim that Nvidia's G-Sync can negatively affect a game's FPS.
Simply put, both technologies allow graphics cards to synchronize the display of a video game's frame with the output of a video card. In addition, they both eliminate tearing and stuttering in games though AMD claims that, through internal studies, Nvidia's G-Sync can negatively affect a game's FPS by 1.14 percent (Alien: Isolation was the game used for the study). For the same study, the company claimed that FreeSync saw an improved affect of 0.16 percent FPS. Another issue that AMD pointed out is that consumers can disable FreeSync (or adaptive sync) off on FreeSync monitors while G-Sync monitors cannot turn off VSync which can reduce the mouse's latency.
The company didn't stop there as it pointed out some of the benefits of manufacturers using its technology compared to Nvidia's. AMD's FreeSync will not require a proprietary module, will have no licensing fees, is open source, use DisplayPort, be compatible with standard monitor features (audio, scaling, OSD), and have a refresh rate range of 9-240Hz. All of which would make the tech more appealing to manufacturers compared to Nvidia's G-Sync which AMD points out requires a proprietary module, charges a licensing fee, is not open source, and has a refresh rate range of 30-144Hz.
But while fanboys can argue to their hearts content about these differences, there are four new monitors that are currently available that supports AMD's FreeSync tech. The cheapest monitor will be the LG 29UM67 29-inch monitor that will start at $449 and feature 2560x1080 (21:9 ultrawide) resolution with 48-75Hz refresh rate. For $499, there is the Acer XG270HU 27-inch monitor with In-Plane Switching panel, 2560x1440 (16:9) resolution, and 40-144Hz refresh rate. Next is the BenQ XL2730Z 27-inch monitor with a TN Type Panel, 2560x1440 (16:9) resolution, and 40-144Hz refresh rate that will retail for $599. Finally, there is the LG 34Um67 34-inch monitor IPS with 2560x1080 (21:9 ultrawide) resolution and 48-75Hz refresh rate for a starting retail price of $649.
Additional monitors supporting FreeSync will be available soon.
We also introduce Maximum PC's new Associate Editor Alex Campbell
There has been a lot of PC news since the No BS podcast last convened and on episode 237, the crew gets busy tackling it. Topics on this week's show include Nvidia's new $999 Titan X GPU, Valve's revolutionary Vive VR system, GTC, GDC and more. We also introduce you to Maximum PC's newest cast member, Associate Editor Alex Campbell. And finally, we tackle some of your reader questions!
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March Madness is here, so you get a pass if you've been too busy filling out your bracket to research hardware components and go deal shopping. It's a good thing we bring the bargains to you, such as today's top deal for a Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 AM3+ Motherboard for $110 with $1 shipping (normally $120; additional $10 mail-in-rebate). It has dual UEFI BIOSes, onboard audio with a 108dB SNR, support for 45nm AMD AM3 CPUs, and more!
Some upgrade scenarios will require physical media
Microsoft dropped a bombshell yesterday when it revealed that even Windows pirates will be able to upgrade to Windows 10 at no cost, though we have a clarification on that, which we'll get to in a moment. The Redmond outfit also outlined how you'll be able to make the leap to Windows 10 when it becomes available later this year -- if you have a PC or tablet running Windows 7 SP1 or Windows 8.1 with all the latest updates, you'll be able to upgrade using the Windows Update service. The same goes for Windows Phone 8.1.
According to Microsoft's PowerPoint presentation, all Windows 7 and Windows 8.x versions (Windows 7 RTM, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 RTM) will require an ISO image, which you can have on a DVD or USB drive, VentureBeat reports. Here's a better look:
Windows 7 RTM: Media (ISO)
Windows 7 SP1: Media (ISO) or Windows Update
Windows 8: Media (ISO)
Windows 8.1 RTM: Media (ISO)
Windows 8.1 S14: Media (ISO) or Windows Update
Windows RT: N/A
Windows Phone 8.0: N/A
Windows Phone 8.1: Windows Update
That's a pretty wide range Microsoft is covering, so long as the minimum hardware requirements are met. They include:
Processor: 1GHz or faster
RAM: 1GB (32-bit) or 2GB (64-bit)
Free HDD: 16GB
Graphics card: DirectX 9 with WDDM driver
Microsoft account and Internet access
Clarification on Windows 10 Upgrade for Pirates
There's been a bit of confusion over Microsoft's revelation that it will allow users running non-genuine copies of Windows to upgrade to Windows 10 at no cost. At first it seemed as though the policy would only apply to users in China where software piracy is a particularly big problem, however a Microsoft spokesperson told Maximum PC in an email that it would apply to users worldwide.
That's still true, but there's a significant caveat that Microsoft revealed to Polygon. Short and to the point, the free upgrade won't changes the status of the non-genuine license. Here's the full statement:
"The consumer free upgrade offer for Windows 10 applies to qualified new and existing devices running Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows Phone 8.1. Some editions are excluded from the consumer free upgrade — including Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8/8.1 Enterprise, and Windows RT/RT 8.1. Active Software Assurance customers in volume licensing have the benefit to upgrade to other Windows 10 enterprise offerings.
"We have always been committed to ensuring that customers have the best Windows experience possible. With Windows 10, although non-Genuine PCs may be able to upgrade to Windows 10, the upgrade will not change the genuine state of the license. Non-Genuine Windows is not published by Microsoft. It is not properly licensed, or supported by Microsoft or a trusted partner. If a device was considered non-genuine or mislicensed prior to the upgrade, that device will continue to be considered non-genuine or mislicensed after the upgrade. According to industry experts, use of pirated software, including Non-Genuine Windows, results in a higher risk of malware, fraud (identity theft, credit card theft, etc), public exposure of your personal information, and a higher risk for poor performance or feature malfunctions."
It's not clear what the ramifications will be, such as nag screens, intermittent reboots, etc. We're also not sure that this approach will do Microsoft much good -- if software pirates were interested in running a legit copy of Windows 10, they'd go out and buy one. It seems like a stretch that upgrading them to Windows 10 with a non-genuine license will be enough incentive to fork over for a proper license.
Acer later today will be adding a new configuration to its C910 line of Chromebooks, one that will sport an Intel Core i5 5200U processor. Equipped with the new chip, Acer says it feels confident claiming that it's the fastest performing commercial Chromebook on the market. At the same time, the C910 offers all-day battery life of up to 8 hours before needing to be recharged.
The Core i5 5200U is a fifth generation part based on Intel's 14nm Broadwell-U architecture. It has two cores and four threads clocked at 2.2GHz to 2.7GHz with 3MB of cache, Intel HD Graphics 5500 (300MHz to 900MHz), and a 15W TDP. The same chip is also found in some Ultrabook models.
"The new faster performing Acer C910 Chromebook with an Intel Core i5 processor is raising the bar for Chromebook performance," said Carlos Siqueiros, mobility business manager, Acer America. "The advanced technology will boost productivity and help our education and commercial customers get the most out of their Chromebook experience for collaboration on important projects and research."
Also unique to the C910 is its 15.6-inch display, the industry's first Chromebook to go that big. It's available with either a 1366x768 (HD) or 1920x1080 (Full HD 1080p) resolution. Both versions sport Acer's ComfyView with anti-glare properties to minimize reflection and eye strain.
Othe features include 4GB of RAM, 32GB SSD, 802.11ac Wi-Fi with MIMO technology, full-sized upward facing speakers, Bluetooth 4.0, USB 3.0 and 2.0 ports (one each), HDMI output, and an SD memory card reader.
The Acer C910-54M1 with Core i5 5200 will be available next month starting at $500.
AMD claims that Nvidia G-Sync technology can negatively affect FPS
We also introduce Maximum PC's new Associate Editor Alex Campbell
Some upgrade scenarios will require physical media
Fastest commercial Chromebook around?
