Earlier this month, we informed you about an optional update for Windows 10 that caused high CPU usage on some systems. Thankfully, Microsoft has just released a new update that addresses that Cortana high CPU usage bug. Continue reading Microsoft has fixed the Cortana High CPU usage bug, addresses new security vulnerabilities
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Gears 5 PC Performance Analysis
The latest part in the Gears of War series, Gears 5, has just been released on the PC. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, Gears 5 promises to showcase what Epic’s engine can achieve on current-gen systems. As such, it’s time to benchmark it and see how it performs on the PC platform. Continue reading Gears 5 PC Performance Analysis
Here is what Gears 5 could have looked like in first-person mode
ArturiusTheMage has a pretty cool video from Gears 5, showcasing what this new part in the Gears of War series could look like as an FPS. ArturiusTheMage was able to glitch the camera, forcing the game to be played from a first-person perspective. Continue reading Here is what Gears 5 could have looked like in first-person mode
Windows 10 optional update KB4512941 causes high CPU usage, uninstall it to avoid performance issues
A few days ago, Microsoft released a brand new optional update for Windows 10. KB4512941 is supposedly addressing numerous issues affecting Remote Desktop, Windows Sandbox and other aspects of Windows 10. However, it appears that this update is also causing major high CPU usage issues. Continue reading Windows 10 optional update KB4512941 causes high CPU usage, uninstall it to avoid performance issues
Six new breathtaking screenshots released for Microsoft Flight Simulator
Microsoft has released six new gorgeous screenshots from its new Flight Simulator. These new screenshots show some truly breathtaking visuals. And honestly, it’s no stretch saying that Flight Simulator is the best looking flight game we’ve seen so far. Continue reading Six new breathtaking screenshots released for Microsoft Flight Simulator
Gears 5 will support Asynchronous Compute and AMD FidelityFX Tech
Microsoft and The Coalition have shared some new PC tech details about Gears 5. According to the teams, the PC version will support Asynchronous Compute, Multithreaded Command Buffering, as well as AMD’s new tech, FidelityFX. Continue reading Gears 5 will support Asynchronous Compute and AMD FidelityFX Tech
Gears 5 will require 80GB of free hard-disk space; Final PC System Requirements
Microsoft and The Coalition have revealed the final PC system requirements for Gears 5. According to the specs, Gears 5 will require 80GB of free hard-disk space. However, the game will also come with a HD Texture Pack, meaning that the actual file size could be even higher. Continue reading Gears 5 will require 80GB of free hard-disk space; Final PC System Requirements
Halo: Reach Firefight PC Beta/Flight has been launched
Great news for all PC Halo fans as the Firefight flight/beta phase for Halo: Reach is a go. 343 Industries has just sent 10K invites to those that have registered for the flighting program, so be sure to check out your inboxes. Continue reading Halo: Reach Firefight PC Beta/Flight has been launched
7 minutes of gameplay footage from the PC version of Gears 5’s Horde Mode, running in 4K and 60fps
At Gamescom 2019, Microsoft showcased the PC version of Gears 5. Gears 5 promises to be a really polished product and IGN has shared a video, showing 7 minutes of gameplay footage from it. The game was running in 4K and with 60fps, although we don’t know the specs of the system that was running it. Continue reading 7 minutes of gameplay footage from the PC version of Gears 5’s Horde Mode, running in 4K and 60fps
First PC gameplay footage for Halo: Reach Firefight surfaces online
343 Industries held a livestream yesterday, showing Halo: Reach Firefight running on the PC. The game’s new PC flight will focus on this mode and from the looks of it, this highly anticipated PC flighting is right around the corner. Continue reading First PC gameplay footage for Halo: Reach Firefight surfaces online