The most popular gamers PC configuration in 2023
The online gaming platform Steam conducts a monthly survey among its users about the hardware that gamers prefer to play on.
The most popular video card models among Steam users today are:
1. Nvidia GTX 1650 (6.04%)
2. Nvidia GTX 1060
3. Nvidia RTX 3060 Mobile
4. Nvidia RTX 2060
5. Nvidia GTX 1050 Ti
By the way, 0.23% of players equipped their systems with GeForce RTX 4090 – the most powerful and expensive video card in the world today.
Which PC does the majority of gamers in the world play on in 2023:
6-core Intel CPU with 2.3-2.69 GHz;
16 GB RAM;
GeForce GTX 1650;
8 GB Video RAM;
1 TB of Disk space;
The monitor with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels is most often used – 64%. The presence of a 4K monitor can boast no more than 3% of users.
Windows 11 is installed on 31.6% of computers (+2% over the month). Windows 10 is still the most popular OC having 66% (-1% over the month).
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The online gaming platform Steam conducts a monthly survey among its users about the hardware that gamers prefer to play on.
The most popular video card models among Steam users today are:
1. Nvidia GTX 1650 (6.04%)
2. Nvidia GTX 1060
3. Nvidia RTX 3060 Mobile
4. Nvidia RTX 2060
5. Nvidia GTX 1050 Ti
By the way, 0.23% of players equipped their systems with GeForce RTX 4090 – the most powerful and expensive video card in the world today.
Which PC does the majority of gamers in the world play on in 2023:
6-core Intel CPU with 2.3-2.69 GHz;
16 GB RAM;
GeForce GTX 1650;
8 GB Video RAM;
1 TB of Disk space;
The monitor with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels is most often used – 64%. The presence of a 4K monitor can boast no more than 3% of users.
Windows 11 is installed on 31.6% of computers (+2% over the month). Windows 10 is still the most popular OC having 66% (-1% over the month).
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Xbox One left behind as Microsoft shifts focus to Series X/S
Microsoft is officially moving on from the Xbox One, with a focus solely on the Xbox Series X/S. This means that Microsoft will no longer make first-party games for the Xbox One.
Officially confirmed, there are no internal Xbox Game Studios teams working on games for Xbox One consoles. The company has shifted its focus exclusively to Xbox Series X/S. However, Microsoft is still supporting ongoing games like Minecraft, and new first-party games are still playable on the Xbox One thanks to its cloud streaming technology.
Despite its rocky start, the Xbox One has managed to somewhat correct its course after the release of the Xbox One X and Game Pass. However, it will likely be better remembered for its missteps, like Kinect and the heavy focus on TV streaming.
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Microsoft is officially moving on from the Xbox One, with a focus solely on the Xbox Series X/S. This means that Microsoft will no longer make first-party games for the Xbox One.
Officially confirmed, there are no internal Xbox Game Studios teams working on games for Xbox One consoles. The company has shifted its focus exclusively to Xbox Series X/S. However, Microsoft is still supporting ongoing games like Minecraft, and new first-party games are still playable on the Xbox One thanks to its cloud streaming technology.
Despite its rocky start, the Xbox One has managed to somewhat correct its course after the release of the Xbox One X and Game Pass. However, it will likely be better remembered for its missteps, like Kinect and the heavy focus on TV streaming.
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MacBook Pro now is a gaming device: Gamers test new utility Game Porting Kit
Gamers are actively testing the new Game Porting Kit utility on their MacBooks, officially turning them into gaming devices. Check out the gameplay of Cyberpunk 2077 running on ultra settings on a MacBook Pro with M1. Elden Ring and Spider-Man also tested - both games run smoothly as well.
If you want to try it out for yourself and have an Apple Developer ID, install the macOS Sonoma beta, download the Game Porting Kit application, and install the Whisky utility.
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Gamers are actively testing the new Game Porting Kit utility on their MacBooks, officially turning them into gaming devices. Check out the gameplay of Cyberpunk 2077 running on ultra settings on a MacBook Pro with M1. Elden Ring and Spider-Man also tested - both games run smoothly as well.
If you want to try it out for yourself and have an Apple Developer ID, install the macOS Sonoma beta, download the Game Porting Kit application, and install the Whisky utility.
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Disappointment again! The iPhone 15 Pro hardly pulls Genshin Impact, although at the presentation they said that it was "the best platform in the world for mobile gaming."
The game is terribly slow even in simple battles. Apparently, on Resident Evil 4, the smartphone will simply burn.
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The game is terribly slow even in simple battles. Apparently, on Resident Evil 4, the smartphone will simply burn.
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PS5 games running on PC via SharpEmu
Developers at SharpEmu have finally managed to boot the Demon's Souls remake on a PC emulator. This marks a major step in the effort to bring console-exclusive titles to desktop computers.
Emulation is basically a way for your PC to pretend it is a console by translating game code in real time. Getting a complex modern title to run is usually a slow process that takes years of work.
For an ordinary gamer, this means we are getting closer to the day you can play your favorite console games without needing to buy the actual hardware. You will just need a powerful enough rig to handle the technical heavy lifting that Sony designed specifically for its own console. #gaming #emulation #tech
Developers at SharpEmu have finally managed to boot the Demon's Souls remake on a PC emulator. This marks a major step in the effort to bring console-exclusive titles to desktop computers.
Emulation is basically a way for your PC to pretend it is a console by translating game code in real time. Getting a complex modern title to run is usually a slow process that takes years of work.
For an ordinary gamer, this means we are getting closer to the day you can play your favorite console games without needing to buy the actual hardware. You will just need a powerful enough rig to handle the technical heavy lifting that Sony designed specifically for its own console. #gaming #emulation #tech
Sega 30th Anniversary Celebration in Japan
Jensen Huang, the head of Nvidia, will join the 30th-anniversary celebration for Sega in Japan. This event marks a rare appearance where a tech leader celebrates a landmark gaming milestone in person.
Attendees have a shot at winning a GeForce RTX 5090 FE. This is one of the most powerful graphics cards available for gaming PCs today. Think of it as putting a jet engine into your home computer for smooth, high-speed graphics.
It is a classic case of stars aligning for a birthday party. 🚀🔥
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Jensen Huang, the head of Nvidia, will join the 30th-anniversary celebration for Sega in Japan. This event marks a rare appearance where a tech leader celebrates a landmark gaming milestone in person.
Attendees have a shot at winning a GeForce RTX 5090 FE. This is one of the most powerful graphics cards available for gaming PCs today. Think of it as putting a jet engine into your home computer for smooth, high-speed graphics.
It is a classic case of stars aligning for a birthday party. 🚀🔥
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Xbox strategy update
Xbox executives recently clarified that the upcoming Gears of War: E-Day is just one part of their wider plan. This strategy impacts long-awaited titles like Fallout 5, which currently lack clear platform details. They aren't focused solely on single-player titles.
They want a mix of game types for their fans. Still, players are frustrated by the lack of clarity regarding other major series.
It is a wait-and-see game for now.
#Xbox #Gaming #Fallout5
Xbox executives recently clarified that the upcoming Gears of War: E-Day is just one part of their wider plan. This strategy impacts long-awaited titles like Fallout 5, which currently lack clear platform details. They aren't focused solely on single-player titles.
They want a mix of game types for their fans. Still, players are frustrated by the lack of clarity regarding other major series.
The ongoing silence on high-profile projects leaves a major gap in understanding which consoles will actually get to play the biggest hits.
It is a wait-and-see game for now.
A clear roadmap is just as valuable as a good game.
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'Game of Thrones: War for Westeros' pushed to 2027
Strategy fans have to hit the pause button, as 'Game of Thrones: War for Westeros' is officially delayed until early 2027.
Developers decided that rushing the project would compromise the final result. They need the extra time to refine the mechanics that make real-time strategy (RTS) games tick. For those unfamiliar, RTS means you control armies and bases in real time rather than taking turns. Here is what they are focusing on to reach their quality standards:
▫️ Balancing unit stats to ensure no single faction is overpowered during matches.
▫️ Testing complex map designs to guarantee fair play for everyone.
▫️ Polishing technical performance to keep the game stable on all hardware.
This shift in the release calendar contrasts with many recent titles that launched with major performance issues. Choosing to hold back for a better experience is usually the safer bet for players.
It is a bitter pill for those waiting, but a polished experience is always preferable to a buggy mess that ruins the fun on day one.
#GameOfThrones #RTS #Gaming
Strategy fans have to hit the pause button, as 'Game of Thrones: War for Westeros' is officially delayed until early 2027.
Developers decided that rushing the project would compromise the final result. They need the extra time to refine the mechanics that make real-time strategy (RTS) games tick. For those unfamiliar, RTS means you control armies and bases in real time rather than taking turns. Here is what they are focusing on to reach their quality standards:
▫️ Balancing unit stats to ensure no single faction is overpowered during matches.
▫️ Testing complex map designs to guarantee fair play for everyone.
▫️ Polishing technical performance to keep the game stable on all hardware.
This shift in the release calendar contrasts with many recent titles that launched with major performance issues. Choosing to hold back for a better experience is usually the safer bet for players.
It is a bitter pill for those waiting, but a polished experience is always preferable to a buggy mess that ruins the fun on day one.
Quality takes time.
#GameOfThrones #RTS #Gaming
Microsoft tests free Xbox cloud streaming
Microsoft has officially launched a public test for an ad-supported, free tier of Xbox Cloud Gaming for Xbox Insiders, allowing 1-hour streaming sessions.
This service is currently limited to Xbox Insiders, which is a group of players who get early access to features before they roll out to everyone else. This new model lets you stream specific titles from your own library without paying a monthly subscription fee. You just need to watch a few ads before your gameplay starts to unlock the time. 🎮
Most cloud gaming platforms, including Xbox Game Pass, usually lock these features behind a monthly recurring payment. This test lowers the barrier for casual players who want to jump into a game occasionally without committing to a full subscription bill.
It is a clear trade: a moment of your time in exchange for skipping the monthly fee. It makes high-end gaming accessible on your own terms.
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Microsoft has officially launched a public test for an ad-supported, free tier of Xbox Cloud Gaming for Xbox Insiders, allowing 1-hour streaming sessions.
This service is currently limited to Xbox Insiders, which is a group of players who get early access to features before they roll out to everyone else. This new model lets you stream specific titles from your own library without paying a monthly subscription fee. You just need to watch a few ads before your gameplay starts to unlock the time. 🎮
Most cloud gaming platforms, including Xbox Game Pass, usually lock these features behind a monthly recurring payment. This test lowers the barrier for casual players who want to jump into a game occasionally without committing to a full subscription bill.
It is a clear trade: a moment of your time in exchange for skipping the monthly fee. It makes high-end gaming accessible on your own terms.
Sometimes, a short ad is the only ticket you need.
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Google maps the fruit fly brain
Researchers at Google Research and the HHMI Janelia Research Campus have mapped the complete brain and central nervous system of an adult male fruit fly, featuring 166,000 neurons.
Released on September 3, the MaleCNS v1.0 connectome acts as a digital blueprint. Software engineers are already using this dataset to train AI models to play games like Doom and Super Mario 64 by stimulating the fly's sensory neurons.
While the human brain contains roughly 85,000,000,000 neurons, this project provides the most detailed neural map of a complex animal achieved to date.
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Researchers at Google Research and the HHMI Janelia Research Campus have mapped the complete brain and central nervous system of an adult male fruit fly, featuring 166,000 neurons.
Released on September 3, the MaleCNS v1.0 connectome acts as a digital blueprint. Software engineers are already using this dataset to train AI models to play games like Doom and Super Mario 64 by stimulating the fly's sensory neurons.
While the human brain contains roughly 85,000,000,000 neurons, this project provides the most detailed neural map of a complex animal achieved to date.
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⚠️ Valve Platform Suffers Outage
Gamers worldwide lost access to Steam on October 26 when a server failure trapped users on loading screens. Over 1,000 reports flooded monitoring sites as connections failed globally.
Players across multiple regions got stuck on a loading user data message before services began recovering later that day.
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Gamers worldwide lost access to Steam on October 26 when a server failure trapped users on loading screens. Over 1,000 reports flooded monitoring sites as connections failed globally.
Players across multiple regions got stuck on a loading user data message before services began recovering later that day.
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