Gaming

Predator Triton 700 is Acer’s next great gaming laptop

Published

April 28, 2017

Marvin Velasco

As mind-blowing as the Predator 21 X is, it’s not something you’d actually buy — heck, only a single unit is being sold in certain countries and it comes with a hard case on wheels. That’s why it’s such a relief to see Acer launch the Predator Triton 700, which is oh-so slim yet terribly fast.

With a clear end goal of making something powerful and portable at the same time, the Triton 700 is built with a 18.9mm-thin aluminum chassis that weighs only 2.6kg and makes use of the same Dual AeroBlade 3D Fan design found in the simultaneously launched Predator Helios 300 series.

What separates this from the midrange Helios 300, however, is the price. Starting at $2,999 in North America and EUR 3,399 in EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa), this is by no means an easy purchase, but the pricing makes more sense once you know the specifications.

Clearly, it’s going to have the latest and best Intel Core processor, as much as 32GB of memory, and NVIDIA’s GeForce GTX 10-series graphics card in it; but the real deal-maker is its two NVMe PCIe SSDs working in RAID 0 configuration. If you’re familiar with that setup, you know what you’re in for. If not, rest assured it’s possibly the fastest storage setup you could have.

Further justifying the tough-to-swallow price is a built-in mechanical keyboard with programmable RGB backlighting (no confirmation of switch types, though). There’s mention of NVIDIA’s G-Sync support, but it’s only for external monitors, apparently.

Right above the keyboard, you’ll find a clear Gorilla Glass touchpad showing off the guts, consisting of the cooling system with its five heatpipes. It’s a nice touch to an otherwise mostly minimalist design.

Having used it for a short time, I must say the Triton 700 is quite the stunner in person; the size and weight really make a difference, and the mechanical keyboard, despite its shallow depth, is still an upgrade over any standard keyboard. The awkward placement of the glass touchpad is the only potential negative here.

As expected of a premium gaming notebook, connectivity options are abundant, from Killer DoubleShot Pro networking and Thunderbolt 3, to a DisplayPort connector and Ethernet port for the fastest possible network connection.

Availability will begin in August for all regions. Acer mentions pricing, exact specs, and stocks will depend on where you buy it.

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Gaming

Wild Rift announces 5th anniversary song with aespa’s Ningning

“Miss This Life” celebrates the players’ journeys and the game’s evolution

Published

November 5, 2025

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League of Legends: Wild Rift is marking its fifth anniversary with a musical collaboration with aespa’s Ningning.

“Miss This Life”, an electro-pop anthem performed by aespa’s Ningning in collaboration with Riot Games, celebrates both the players’ journeys and the evolution of Wild Rift over five epic years.

The song is launching in-game and on major streaming platforms. It captures the nostalgia and energy shared between players and the Wild Rift universe.

The track parallels a player’s journey from college life to adulthood, reflecting both personal growth and the enduring stories of the title’s champions.

In addition, Nidalee has officially joined the Wild Rift roster as part of Patch 6.3. The assassin-mage excels as a Jungler, being able to shapeshift from human to cougar. She has the ability to deal both ranged and melee burst damage.

Also part of the fifth anniversary updates are the pro player-inspired Augments on the AAARAM game mode.

Lastly, Wild Rounds: SMASH, the MOBA’s grassroots competitive series, continues to grow, spanning over 20 regions and thousands of players worldwide.

It reflects the game’s vibrant and expanding community ecosystem. The next installment will take place in Vietnam from November 14 to 16.

Gaming

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage out now

30th anniversary edition, free upgrade, discounted price all available

Published

November 2, 2025

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Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage is now available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, SEGA announced.

The latest entry to the Virtua Fighter series, the new 3D fighting game brings the fight across platforms with crossplay support.

A Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage 30th Anniversary Edition is also edition. It includes swimsuit costumes for characters, plus a must-see collection of pre-production materials, a soundtrack album, and more exclusive bonuses.

Here’s a full breakdown of the 30th Anniversary Edition contents:

Base game
30th Anniversary Swimsuit Costume Set
30th Anniversary Music Selection
Virtua Fighter pre-production secret materials
Virtua Fighter Legendary Pack DLC, Yakuza Series collaboration pack DLC
30 new anniversary celebration ranking titles

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage features rollback netcode, improving the responsiveness of online matches.

This way, players can take on counterparts worldwide in smoother and more intense battles than ever before.

This all-new immersive single player mode will let players travel the globe and compete in a massive tournament. Along the way, there will be formidable foes, including CPUs based on world-renowned players.

Moreover, Dural makes her long-awaited debut as a playable DLC character. Unleash the final boss and teach opponents the meaning of fear.

Those on Steam will automatically have their Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. upgraded to World Stage. They will be able to jump into the updated version at no extra cost, and all unlocks and progress will be carried over.

Lastly, players who own Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown on PlayStation 4 can grab the PlayStation 5 version of World Stage at a special discounted price. All DLCs will be carried over as well.

Gaming

DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake launches, completing the Erdrick Trilogy

Completing the Erdrick Trilogy

Published

November 1, 2025

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Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia and Square Enix have released DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake. It’s available on Nintendo Switch™ 2, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S. It’s also coming to PC via Steam and Microsoft Store for digital editions. Physical copies are available on Switch 2, Switch, and PS5.

The launch marks the final chapter of the Erdrick Trilogy, following last year’s acclaimed DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.

A launch trailer is now available, and more information can be found on the Square Enix blog.

Two classic quests rebuilt

DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake brings the first two entries of the series back with modernized visuals and expanded content. Set after the events of DRAGON QUEST III, both titles feature new story moments and updated systems. There are also additions such as a fully explorable underwater world and a new playable character in DRAGON QUEST II.

Players follow the descendants of Erdrick as they bring the trilogy’s story to a dramatic close.

Erdrick Trilogy Collection out now

The DRAGON QUEST Erdrick Trilogy Collection, which bundles DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake, is now available digitally.

The HD-2D series

The HD-2D art style blends pixel art with 3D rendering to refresh classic RPG gameplay. The remakes feature this approach alongside a modernised UI and new quality-of-life improvements.

About DRAGON QUEST

Created by Yuji Horii, DRAGON QUEST is one of Japan’s most iconic RPG franchises, debuting in 1986 and later reaching the US as DRAGON WARRIOR. The series has shipped over 95 million units worldwide across 11 mainline entries, multiple spin-offs, and adaptations in film, anime, novels, and manga.

DRAGON QUEST XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age remains one of its most celebrated titles, earning multiple accolades and shipping nearly 8.5 million units globally.