Gaming
Overwatch 2 and other Blizzard games are coming to Steam
Starting on August 10
Gaming is stuck in a world of platforms. To enjoy everything in the industry, gamers need to install multiple platforms from different companies. Thankfully, a few publishers are allowing some of their exclusive titles to exist on other platforms. Today, Blizzard is releasing some of its games on Steam, starting with Overwatch 2.
In an official post, Blizzard confirmed that its titles will come to Steam eventually. The first title coming to Steam will be Overwatch 2. The team-based shooter will drop on the platform on August 10. Its page is already available now for your wishlist. Much like on Battle.net, Overwatch 2 is free to play on Steam.
Though users can play the game on Steam, Blizzard will still require players to connect their accounts to Battle.net to access the game. Doing so will allow cross-play features. On the other hand, players can access the usual fare of features including achievements and friends lists on Steam.
The timing of the Steam launch is no coincidence. Overwatch 2 is also dropping its PvE missions around the same day. By also releasing the title on Steam, Blizzard expects more players to try out the game for themselves.
Blizzard has not announced other titles coming to Steam. If we were to guess, Diablo IV might get a similar release in the future. Despite the release on Steam, Blizzard is still focusing on improving Battle.net and the gaming experience regardless of which platform their players choose.
CD PROJEKT RED has released The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered, a free upgrade that brings a wide range of visual, performance, and gameplay improvements to the acclaimed RPG.
The remastered version is available as a free upgrade for existing owners on GOG, Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players who own The Witcher 3 on the original Nintendo Switch can also upgrade for free to the native Nintendo Switch 2 version.
The upgrade also includes both expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, even for players who originally owned only the base game.
PC and PS5 Pro
On PC, The Witcher 3 now supports Path Tracing alongside improved textures, foliage, lighting, rendering, and ray tracing. The remaster also adds dedicated PlayStation 5 Pro support, with PSSR enabling ray tracing at 60fps and a performance mode that can reach up to 90fps with VRR.
Gameplay also gets an overhaul. CD PROJEKT RED has rebalanced the skill system, revamped combat animations, added new finishers, and introduced an adaptive camera. Geralt and Roach also receive updated animations, including more fluid traversal, vaulting, and ladder climbing.
The remaster adds cross-platform mod support through mod.io on consoles. Players can access custom content ranging from new quests and equipment to balance changes.
Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2 gets additional features through its native version. These include motion controls, gyro aiming, mouse controls, and touchscreen support. Players can use motion controls for actions such as aiming the crossbow, throwing bombs, casting Signs, and controlling Roach. The touchscreen can also be used to navigate menus and play Gwent.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered is also available to purchase on Battle.net and the Microsoft Store, where it supports Xbox Play Anywhere.
The remaster replaces the Complete Edition on supported platforms and includes Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine as standard. It was developed in close collaboration with Yigsoft.
Computers
ROG brings out the ultra-stylish G1000 gaming desktop
Plus, here’s a couple of sleek transport options from ROG.
Despite how much higher prices are going today, there are still so many options if you want a PC for yourself. However, only a handful of brands will offer you quite as much style doing so as ASUS. Today, ROG has revealed the new G1000 gaming desktop.
For the first time ever in a prebuilt PC, the ROG G1000 comes with a built-in AniMe Holo, a holographic fan with customizable visuals using Armoury Crate and Aura Sync. Additionally, the holographic fan is inside its own chamber, preventing it from interfering with the main system. Instead, the desktop uses the ROG Thermal Atrium, which uses three fans to channel fresh air through a 420mm AIO liquid cooler.
Now, the ROG G1000 isn’t just a pretty face. Inside, the 104L desktop comes with a Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor. It also comes equipped with the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080, up to 128GB DDR5 memory, and 1TB SSD for storage. New purchases will also come with a gaming keyboard and mouse, a year of Microsoft 365 Basic, Office Home 2024, and an ASUS No. 1 Quality and Service warranty.
The ROG G1000 will be available from ROG Exclusive Stores and will start at PhP 399,995.
Celebrating ROG at 20
Besides the new desktop, ROG is also launching a couple of storage and transport options for your prized gaming possessions. The ROG SLASH Backpack Edition 20 is a sleek backpack that can fit an 18-inch laptop with enough room for peripherals and accessories. It also comes with a custom FIDLOCK Magnetic quick-release, black-and-translucent-gold buckle. It will be available next quarter for PhP 10,995.
Meanwhile, the ROG SLASH Hard-Case Luggage Edition 20 is designed specifically for transporting your hard-earned gaming devices. The light-but-durable aluminum frame comes with a specialized compartment for laptops, handhelds, and accessories. It also has removalbe foam dividers to better customize the case for your needs. Finally, it has 360-degree silent skate wheels for smoother rolling. The luggage will be available starting next quarter for PhP 15,995.
Pre-orders for God of War Laufey pre-orders are now live with new details on editions and Faye’s Serpent Bow. are now live on the PlayStation Store and at participating retailers across Southeast Asia ahead of its February 16, 2027 release on PlayStation 5.
Sony also detailed the game’s pre-order bonuses and Digital Deluxe Edition, alongside new footage and information about Faye’s combat abilities.
Players who pre-order God of War Laufey will receive the Last Wish Armor Set, Phranque Golden Leaves Appearance, and an in-game resource pack. The physical Standard Edition includes these items through a download code.
The Digital Deluxe Edition adds the Dark Alchemy Armor Set, Dark Alchemy Blade, Dark Alchemy Bow Scales, Dark Alchemy Catalyst, an in-game resource pack, a digital mini artbook, and the official digital soundtrack.
Faye gets a new weapon
Faye will wield the Serpent Bow, an enchanted weapon that lets her switch between close-range and ranged attacks.
The bow has two firing modes. Full-aim provides more precise shots and greater range, allowing Faye to target specific parts of enemies and charge up to five arrows for a powerful volley. Half-aim switches to a more mobile hip-fire stance for rapid attacks at close range.
Different arrow types support various combat approaches, including rapid-fire, explosive, and multi-target attacks. Players can also equip different Serpent Scales, which change the bow’s appearance and provide unique perks. Additional skills further expand its capabilities.
Faye’s other equipment can also be customized. Her Blade, Serpent Bow Scales, and Catalysts can be configured to support different playstyles.
God of War Laufey follows Faye after her death as she awakens in the Everywhen, an afterlife where gods and creatures from different mythologies converge. Santa Monica Studio previously revealed that Faye will fight through the realm alongside Phranque and Rue as she searches for a way home.
God of War Laufey launches exclusively on PS5 on February 16, 2027.
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