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The Verge
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Verge
If you don't feel like paying thousands of dollars to get your hands on the
Counter-Strike's rarest skin IRL. coveted AWP | Dragon Lore skin in Counter-Strike 2, now have it on your gaming gear for far cheaper. SteelSeries is teaming up with Valve to launch a $150 wireless gaming mouse and a $45 XXL mousepad wrapped in the ultra-rare design, which shows a knotwork dragon shooting flames from its mouth. The gaming mouse and mousepad launch on July 1st, but are available for preorder today. 1/3


Web Release
13-06-2025
- Web Release
NVIDIA Reflex now available in over 150 games, including Fortnite BR Chapter 6 Season 3: Super
NVIDIA Reflex is a game-changer, reducing PC latency on GeForce graphics cards, desktops, and laptops, allowing player actions to occur more quickly and giving them a competitive edge in multiplayer matches, as well as making single-player titles more responsive and enjoyable. NVIDIA Reflex has reached a new milestone, reducing PC latency in over 150 games since its debut, with more than 90% of GeForce gamers enabling Reflex. Some highlights include: · In 2024, GeForce gamers played over 10 billion hours of their favorite titles, thanks to increased responsiveness provided by NVIDIA Reflex. · 9 of the top 10 competitive shooters feature NVIDIA Reflex support, and players can use it in the latest seasons of Fortnite and Marvel Rivals to reduce latency by as much as 43%. · In Counter-Strike 2, gamers compete with as little as 4 milliseconds of PC latency, offering a serious competitive advantage. · In recent months, popular titles including Avowed, DOOM: The Dark Ages, Dune: Awakening, EA SPORTS F1 25, Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered have all also launched with day-one NVIDIA Reflex support. Fortnite BR Chapter 6 Season 3: Super and Fortnite OG Chapter 1 Season 4 are out now, and players can reduce PC latency in all of Fortnite's modes for even more responsive gameplay by simply activating NVIDIA Reflex with a few clicks by heading into Video -> Advanced Graphics -> NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency. On GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, PC latency is reduced by up to 54% in BR, making it easy to react to opponents, precise aiming, and achieving victory. While Mask Maker Daigo siphons energy from beneath the Island's bedrock, the next generation of heroes rise at Supernova Academy. Brimming with unbridled power, brave rookie do-gooders must master their abilities to deny Daigo's drain. It's time for a superhero crash course in Fortnite BR Chapter 6 Season 3: Super! Prepare for a (rocket) blast from the past! Fortnite OG dives headfirst into Chapter 1 Season 4, bringing back Dusty Divot, Risky Reels, and Fortnite's original vehicle: the Shopping Cart. The latest OG Season also brings a new OG Pass, offering 45 tiers of rewards inspired by the classic Chapter 1 Season 4. Thirty-two teams are currently battling in Austin, Texas, for a $500,000 cash grand prize in the Counter-Strike 2 Austin Major 2025. With a massive prize pool of $1,250,000, the competition at the Major is sure to be fierce, but only one of the teams can be crowned Champion and take home that incredible first-place prize in the June 22nd Grand Final. Throughout the tournament, teams battle on GeForce RTX 5080 PCs, allowing organizers to maximize frame rates and enabling NVIDIA Reflex, which reduces PC latency by up to 41% in Counter-Strike 2. Gamers interested in optimizing their system like the pros for the lowest possible PC latency in Counter-Strike 2 can follow this Steam guide. Marvel Rivals Season 2.5 is available now, introducing Ultron as a new playable character, adding a new Convoy map, and refreshing Team-Up abilities, reshaping the meta, along with many other changes. When playing, enable Reflex and DLSS Super Resolution to reduce PC latency by up to 43%, and increase frame rates by as much as 1.9X, for the fastest and most responsive competitive experience in the popular multiplayer game. The post NVIDIA Reflex now available in over 150 games, including Fortnite BR Chapter 6 Season 3: Super appeared first on Web Release.


TECHx
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- TECHx
NVIDIA Reflex Hits Milestone in Gaming Performance
Home » Top stories » NVIDIA Reflex Hits Milestone in Gaming Performance NVIDIA has announced a major milestone for NVIDIA Reflex, its low-latency gaming technology. The company revealed that Reflex now reduces PC latency in over 150 games. Since its debut, more than 90% of GeForce gamers have enabled NVIDIA Reflex. This feature continues to enhance both single-player and competitive multiplayer gaming experiences. In 2024 alone, GeForce gamers reported playing over 10 billion hours with improved responsiveness, thanks to NVIDIA Reflex. According to NVIDIA, 9 of the top 10 competitive shooters now support Reflex. These include current seasons of Fortnite and Marvel Rivals , where latency can be lowered by up to 43%. In Counter-Strike 2 , Reflex allows gamers to play with as little as 4 milliseconds of PC latency. This provides a significant edge in competitive scenarios. NVIDIA also revealed that Reflex launched with day-one support in several recent and upcoming titles: Avowed , DOOM: The Dark Ages , and Dune: Awakening , , and EA SPORTS F1 25 , GTA V Enhanced , Indiana Jones and the Great Circle , and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Meanwhile, Fortnite BR Chapter 6 Season 3: Super and Fortnite OG Chapter 1 Season 4 are now available. Players can reduce PC latency across all modes by enabling NVIDIA Reflex through the in-game settings: Video -> Advanced Graphics -> NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency. On GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, Reflex cuts latency by up to 54% in Fortnite Battle Royale. This helps players aim more precisely and react faster. The current storyline in Fortnite BR Chapter 6 Season 3: Super introduces Supernova Academy, where heroes rise to stop Mask Maker Daigo's energy drain. The update blends narrative excitement with Reflex-powered performance. In Fortnite OG , players return to familiar locations like Dusty Divot and Risky Reels. The revival of the original Shopping Cart vehicle and a 45-tier OG Pass adds to the nostalgia. Competitive esports also benefit from Reflex. Thirty-two teams are now competing in the Counter-Strike 2 Austin Major 2025 for a $500,000 grand prize. The total prize pool is $1.25 million. Matches are played on GeForce RTX 5080-powered PCs, reducing latency by up to 41%. NVIDIA recommended gamers follow a Steam guide to optimize their systems for Counter-Strike 2 . Meanwhile, Marvel Rivals Season 2.5 has introduced Ultron, a new Convoy map, and updated Team-Up abilities. Players using NVIDIA Reflex and DLSS Super Resolution can reduce latency by up to 43% and boost frame rates by as much as 1.9X. NVIDIA Reflex continues to play a key role in delivering fast, smooth, and competitive gameplay across top titles.


TECHx
03-06-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Jumbo Electronics Launches GAME ON at Mall of the Emirates
Home » Emerging technologies » Gaming » Jumbo Electronics Launches GAME ON at Mall of the Emirates Jumbo Electronics has announced the launch of 'GAME ON', a major gaming event at its flagship store in Mall of the Emirates. The event runs until 22nd June 2025. GAME ON offers a high-energy experience for gamers of all levels. From casual players to professionals, everyone is welcome to join. The event features: Gaming competitions with AED 275,000 worth of prizes Daily challenges and leaderboard rewards Jumbo reported that GAME ON is part of its efforts to strengthen ties with the UAE's gaming community. The store has been transformed into a fully immersive gaming arena. Players can compete in popular titles such as Fortnite, Counter-Strike 2, Call of Duty: Warzone, and EA FC 25. All gameplay equipment, including PS5 consoles and high-performance gaming laptops, is provided onsite. Each participant gets three attempts per game. Scores must be submitted to the onsite admin to appear on the live leaderboard. Weekly, the top four players in each game will win gaming headsets and accessories. By the end of the event, the overall top 16 will receive grand prizes such as gaming laptops, monitors, peripherals, and full gaming kits. Additionally, anyone purchasing a gaming laptop at Jumbo before 22nd June will receive an exclusive gaming kit worth AED 299 or AED 700, depending on the model. These offers are available while stocks last. Registration is simple. Players can sign up at and show up ready to compete. Vikas Chadha, CEO of Jumbo Electronics, stated, 'Gaming is a core part of our vision. Through GAME ON, we aim to build deeper connections with the gamer community.' Beyond gaming, Jumbo has also revealed its Eid Mubarak Best Price Guarantee campaign. This offer runs from 2nd to 8th June 2025. During this campaign, Jumbo guarantees the lowest prices on eligible products, matching competitor prices both in-store and online at Customers can also benefit from: 10% cashback up to AED 200 with Emirates Islamic Bank and Sharjah Islamic Bank credit cards Easy instalment plans via Mashreq Bank, Emirates NBD, Emirates Islamic Bank, and Deem Finance Jumbo continues to expand its reach in gaming and tech retail. GAME ON marks another step toward offering more value and experiences to customers across the UAE.


Time of India
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Here's why Roblox's Garden Game just went mega viral and became bigger than counter-strike
What do carrots, a 16-year-old coder, and a casual game have in common? Apparently, a ticket to Roblox superstardom. Grow a Garden, the unexpectedly addictive farming simulator, is now dominating Roblox's charts, and not just by a little. It is outgrowing some of the biggest games on the planet. A simple idea that blew up If you log into Roblox today, chances are more than 2 million players are already watering their pixelated blueberries. Last weekend alone, Grow a Garden hit an eye-watering 8.8 million concurrent players, leaving even the likes of Counter-Strike 2 (1.86M) and PUBG (3.25M at its peak) looking like modest backyard operations. All this started when a 16-year-old developer released Grow a Garden on March 25, 2025. The game has since racked up over 3.4 billion visits. What is wild is that it is not even a flashy battle royale or anime crossover. It is just farming. And yet… it works. Gameplay: Just dirt, seeds, and a dream In Grow a Garden, each player gets a humble patch of land and 20 Sheckles (yes, that is the currency) to buy seeds, think carrots and basic crops. But as gardens blossom, so does the gameplay. Sell produce, earn more Sheckles, unlock cooler crops like mangoes, grapes, and even orange tulips. Your garden grows even when you are offline, so the progress is tangible, and endlessly satisfying. It is farming, but make it aesthetic, social, and subtly strategic. And unlike most Roblox hits, it is not trying to be an anime fighter or combat sim, it is softcore wholesome, and Gen Alpha is clearly obsessed. Behind the scenes: From teen project to Roblox royalty While the game's original creator is still involved, the meteoric rise caught the attention of DoBig Studios and Jandel's Splitting Point, major players in the Roblox scene. Janzen Madsen of Splitting Point said they noticed the game when it had just 2,000 concurrent users, and helped scale it with a proper live-ops strategy and regular updates. The rest, as they say, is garden-fuelled history. As it climbs closer to Fortnite-level numbers (15.3M peak), Grow a Garden is proof that Roblox is not just a platform, it is a global gaming force.