Gaming

MSI launches gaming laptops running eighth-gen Intel CPU

Took cues from a sports car for its design

Published

April 7, 2018

Kevin Bruce Francisco and Daniel Morial

MSI has officially made its gaming lineup powered by eighth-generation Intel processors available in the Philippines. Headlining the series are two models — the GS65 Stealth Thin and GE Raider RGB Edition.

The GS65 Stealth Thin is the first gaming laptop to be equipped with a 144Hz IPS display with 7ms response time. This translates to super fluid movement while playing and could make or break a gaming match. The company also boasts an 82 percent screen-to-body ratio.

The gaming notebook has a new golden accent and trim that makes it look more premium. Inside, it’s equipped with an Intel Core i7 processor. MSI Philippines’ William Villanueva reiterates that in order to experience the most out of your gaming machine, the processor should be able to churn out tasks with efficiency. With that in mind, they are confident the 8750H chipset installed on the Stealth Thin would get the job done.

The rig is also armed with 16GB of RAM (up to 32GB), and up to a 512GB SSD.

It wouldn’t be a complete gaming platform without keys that light up. If you’re a fan of personalizing your color schemes, then you’d be glad to know the GS65 has a new per-key RGB keyboard designed by SteelSeries. Users can customize each key in addition to receiving real-time game status through the lighting of the keyboard.

Pricing for the two variants are as follows:

GS65 Stealth Thin (GTX 1060 GPU, 256GB SSD) — PhP 134,995

GS65 Stealth Thin (GTX 1070 GPU, 512GB SSD) — PhP 169,995

On the other hand, the GE Raider RGB Edition was first seen during its announcement at CES. Being patterned after the design of a sports car, you can see the craftsmanship poured into making the laptop sleek yet functional.

It has a pair of RGB lights on its lid that consist of 24 separate zones of illumination with more than 16.8 million colors available. It even has lights to illuminate its USB ports. It’s definitely a looker from afar and up close. The display comes in Full HD resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and a wide view orientation.

The GE Raider RGB Edition is configurable with up to the latest eighth-generation Intel Core i7-8750H processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 graphics. It also supports up to 32GB of RAM and a combo of 1TB HDD + 256GB SSD for storage. To keep things running smoothly, cooling the rig is the MSI Cooler Boost 5 that utilizes dual fans and seven copper heat pipes.

There are two variants, namely the GE63 and GE73. Below are their price points:

GE63 Raider RGB Edition (15.6-inch display, 8GB RAM) – PhP 124,995 (DOS) PhP 131,995 (Windows 10)

GE73 Raider RGB Edition (17.3-inch display, 16GB RAM) – PhP 144,995

Both the GS65 Stealth Thin and the GE Raider RGB Edition will be available in stores soon, but pre-ordering will be available on April 4 to May 6.

Gaming

Gundam Rogue Orbit coming to consoles, PC in 2027

Bold new take on Gundam through fast, cinematic action

Published

June 17, 2026

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Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia has announced that Gundam Rogue Orbit is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam in 2027.

The announcement trailer has also been released, showcasing high-mobility action. The title delivers a bold new take on Gundam through fast, cinematic combat in an all-new universe.

Gundam Rogue Orbit lets players suit up for humanity and become the pilot they were born to be.

RE-X is the protagonist and pilot of Gundam Helix. He boards the Gundam and fights to confront threats.

As players step into the cockpit, they will join a rag-tag crew of unsung soldiers, ready to face a powerful unknown threat.

Meanwhile, Sophia serves as the title’s heroine. She is a mysterious girl who monitors RE-X’s situation.

Gaming

K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut lets you become a K-pop group’s manager

K-pop Idol management sim launches July 16th

Published

June 17, 2026

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PQube and Wisageni Studio have announced that K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut will release on July 16.

The K-pop Idol management sim is launching both physically and digitally on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, as well as digitally on Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam).

In addition, a newly updated demo is available right now on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.

The title invites players to recruit and manage their dream K-pop group on their journey to debut — a behind-the-scenes process those well into K-pop culture and fandom are pretty knowledgeable about.

The game lets players get a taste of life as a K-pop Idol manager, navigating the unpredictable challenges of the industry. There’s scouting talent, managing schedules, choosing outfits, planning social media, and organizing the perfect album.

Players can choose from eight unique trainees, from Minji to Ai. The lineup and skillset of your group is in your hands.

As the manager, it is your job to balance stamina, finances, and workload. Moreover, the bonds you build shape every outcome. Decisions influence how each character perceives you, unlocking new encounters, storylines, and endings.

K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut also features exclusive music and special vocal tracks for your group’s debut, produced just for the game. In between, there are mini-games which also contribute to your success as a manager.

As players wait for the game’s release next month, the new demo offers French, German, and Spanish localization, new interactions between trainees, and improved graphics.

Gaming

Kingdom Hearts IV gets new trailer, confirms Switch 2 release

Collection [I~III] launches October 8

Published

June 11, 2026

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Square Enix has released a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV, offering another look at Sora’s next adventure and confirming the game is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Alongside the update, the company announced that Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] will launch on October 8, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC. Pre-orders are now open, while a free Nintendo Switch 2 demo for Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind is available starting today.

Kingdom Hearts IV returns

The new trailer offers another look at Quadratum, the mysterious city first revealed when Kingdom Hearts IV was announced.

According to Square Enix, Sora will encounter new characters, visit new worlds, and awaken new powers as the next chapter of the long-running action RPG series unfolds.

The publisher did not announce a release date for the game, saying more details will be revealed in the future.

Kingdom Hearts IV will launch for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Collection bundles the series’ major releases

Square Enix also confirmed that Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] brings together Kingdom Hearts -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind in a single package.

The collection includes Kingdom Hearts Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories, Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD, Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep, Kingdom Hearts III, and the Re Mind DLC, alongside several movie and cutscene compilations.

The release marks the arrival of native versions of these titles on Nintendo Switch 2. Previously, the games were available on Nintendo’s platform through cloud versions.

Free demo available now

Players can download a free Nintendo Switch 2 demo for Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind starting today.

The demo includes the opening portion of the game through Olympus, with save data carrying over to the full release. It also features a separate section set in Toy Box, the Toy Story-inspired world, although progress from that segment will not transfer.

Players who purchase the collection or Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind will receive platform-exclusive Keyblades. Nintendo Switch 2 players get Long Night, PlayStation 5 players receive Midnight Blue, while Xbox Series X|S players receive Phantom Green.

Digital pre-orders on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S also include 48-hour early access for Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind.