Efforts by the French government to combat online access to pornography are quickly turning into a broader push to dismantle online anonymity, raising significant alarm among privacy advocates. Authorities

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Path of Exile: Secrets of the Atlas went live on June 13th, and for many players, no it didn't. Not only was the launch's hype undercut by a "barrage" of DDOS attacks, the update also demanded big enough changes that it needed to be re-certified for consoles.

Horror games are infinitely scarier than horror movies for one simple reason: youre in control of the character, and therefore, have to be the one to face the terrors. You arent just watching a screen, youre engaging with it.

An anime-infused riff on Dark Souls, the original Code Vein didn't command my attention for long. However, a recent hands-off preview at Summer Game Fest immediately got me more invested in its surprise sequel, Code Vein 2. I also had the chance to chat with producer Keita Iizuka about how the team is aiming to offer deeper combat, more character customization options, and the ability to travel through time. Continue reading Code Vein 2 evolves its anime soulslike action with time travel and motorbikesMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Best anime games, Best soulslikes

What is the best gaming mousepad? Whether you call them mousepads, mouse pads, or mouse mats, they're a genuinely essential part of any PC gaming setup, unless you only game on controller of course. Good mousepads provide smooth but precise gliding, a consistent surface for your mouse to track accurately, and some can even charge your mouse and add to your RGB lighting display. We've tested and can now recommend a range of options to suit you whatever your needs.The best gaming mousepad overall is the SteelSeries QcK thanks to its simple but quality construction, wide range of sizes and designs, and low price. For the luxury of never needing to charge your wireless mouse again, the Logitech PowerPlay 2 is the only choice. Meanwhile, if you're after a choice of mouse surfaces, the SteelSeries QcK Performance provides three different options to suit your play style. For more reviews, check the list below and if you need some help choosing, the how to choose a mousepad and FAQ sections of this guide will help you out. Continue reading Best gaming mouse pad 2025: hard, soft, and RGB mats testedMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming

Razer is offering a free Steam key for Dune Awakening with every purchase on select hardware, and it might be the best way to experience Arrakis out there. If you want to explore the Arrakeen deserts like a true Fremen and feel the vibrations of a thumper, you need to check out these deals, and fast, because time is running out.Razer has almost always delivered a quality line of peripherals, many of which have featured on our best gaming headset guides among others. However, one of the few drawbacks weve almost consistently found is that the asking price for Razer hardware tends to be at the higher end. That said, you generally get what you pay for, and Razer claims its line of Sensa HD haptics offers next-level immersive gaming with a growing library of games, including Dune Awakening, which you can pick up for free on Steam with the purchase of any one of the following Razer items. Continue reading Get Dune Awakening free and sense the desert with this new Razer gaming gearMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Razer Blade 16 2025 review, Razer DeathAdder V3 review , Best gaming mouse

Finding the best Rainbow Six Siege X settings is tricky, especially compared to other competitive shooters with much more basic graphical settings on offer. It can get overwhelming pretty quickly, but following our guide will help take the stress out of getting your in-game frame rate maximized.The Rainbow Six Siege X system requirements are a step up from the original release, but that was to be expected. You still won't need the best gaming PC in order to run Rainbow Six Siege X, but if you're targeting high frame rates or resolutions like 4K, then it couldn't hurt to explore some upgrades. Continue reading Best Rainbow Six Siege X settings for PC and Steam DeckMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games, Rainbow Six Siege X review, Play Rainbow Six Siege