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NVIDIA Releases GeForce 418.81 WHQL Software

NVIDIA has released GeForce 418.81 WHQL software. The drivers add support for mobile versions of GeForce RTX 20-series GPUs. The desktop version adds optimization for 3DMark Port Royal benchmark, in addition to its DLSS (deep learning supersampling) AA setting. The drivers add or improve NVIDIA SLI support for “Anthem,” “Assetto Corsa Competizione,” “Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2,” “Life is strange Season 2,” “NBA 2K19,” and “Space Hulk Tactics.” CUDA version 10 is included with these drivers.

Among the issues fixed are HDR not being enabled by default in Gamestream when an HDR display is connected to the client and PC. 3D performance and frame-rate overlays accidentally appearing on Twitter UWP app is fixed. Random flickering in games with G-Sync enabled is fixed. Also fixed is a strange issue in which when a G-Sync display (one with NVIDIA G-Sync hardware) is hotplugged, and a G-Sync Compatible (read: VESA Adaptive Sync) display is connected, the right half of the G-Sync display goes blank.

You can download the new GeForce 418.81 WHQL drivers through GeForce Experience or via GeForce.com.

Hardware Video Cards | Donster | February 5, 2019 |

Just Announced Hardware for 5 February 2019

Check out these latest hardware announcements for today from around the web. Also included are some hardware news bits, and on some days, a few rumors tossed in for good measure. Click on the links below to read the official press release, visit the products web page, or to an independent news source.

Hardware | Donster | February 5, 2019 |

Historical Article: Forgotten Casualty of the Cuban Missile Crisis

How the shootdown of a U-2 spyplane over Cuba by a Soviet surface-to-air missile nearly led to nuclear war

By Michael J. Tougias @ Aviation History Magazine

On Friday, October 26, 1962, one day before “Black Saturday,” the most terrifying day of the Cuban Missile Crisis, CIA Director John McCone gave President John F. Kennedy more bad news about the Soviet military build-up on the island. He explained that the Soviets were spending an estimated $1 billion on their military installations and that “rapid construction activity” was continuing. More alarming was the discovery of a Soviet FROG-7 missile launch system (also referred to as a Luna-M), a tactical nuclear weapon that could be used against an American invasion or the U.S. outpost at Guantanamo Bay.

This information prompted Strategic Air Command (SAC) to authorize a Lockheed U-2 reconnaissance flight over Cuba for October 27. U.S. Air Force U-2s and Navy Vought RF-8 Crusaders had been used extensively in the prior days to photograph medium-range ballistic missile sites, SA-2 surface-to-air missile (SAM) sites and a variety of Soviet military installations and troop barracks. While the Crusaders were used for the low-level surveillance and close-up photographs, the high-flying U-2s could cover a much broader area with their high-resolution cameras.

Read on…

Military History | Donster | February 1, 2019 |

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Released

ace-combat-7-skies-unknown PC based pilots, your day has come! Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is now officially cleared for take-off on STEAM. Having garnered an 81 Metacritic score for both the PlayStation®4 and Xbox One versions, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is set to deliver the explosive dogfighting action, deep storyline, and beautifully rendered aircraft the franchise is known for, to PC players to experience and enjoy.

Head over to YouTube to witness the action that’s set to unfold in the PC version of Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is available now in the Americas for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PCs via STEAM.

Now, buckle up for take-off, we’ll see you in the skies!

To find out more about Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown, head over to the games official website.

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Combat Flight Sim | Donster | February 1, 2019 |

Just Announced Hardware for 1 February 2019

Hardware | Donster | February 1, 2019 |

Eugen Systems Announces Launch Date for Steel Division 2

Steel Division 2 to Launch April 4, Pre-orders Now Available on Steam with Beta Access, 48-hours Early Access, and More

Independent developer and publisher Eugen Systems, is excited to announce that strategy fans may now pre-order Steel Division 2 on Steam, the upcoming sequel to the award-winning real-time strategy title Steel Division: Normandy 44.

As a special thanks to Steel Division fans for their longtime support, Steam users who already own Steel Division: Normandy 44 can expect eight exclusive divisions with over 350 extra units from the original title when Steel Division 2 launches later this year. These 350 units will join over 600 brand-new units from the Allies and Axis factions in the sequel for a total of over 950 units in Steel Division 2. There is no need to pre-order Steel Division 2 to take advantage of this exclusive offer.

In Steel Division 2, fans can look forward to deploying some of the most famous units and divisions from Steel Division: Normandy 44, including the Sherman Jumbo tank from the United States of America, the Churchill IV heavy infantry tank from the United Kingdom, the Spitfire Mk9B tank from Canada, the Sherman M4A2 from France, and many more. For a complete list of divisions and units, please visit the official Steel Division 2 page on Steam.

In addition, Steel Division: Normandy 44 owners who purchase can also look forward to exclusive new units in Steel Division 2, including:

Long Tom 155 mm howitzer (US)
PIAT Scout (UK)
AEC Matador (CAN)
Panzer III N (GER)
Do 217 Bombing plane (GER)
Fw 58 Recon plane (GER)
Panzer IV F1 (GER)

Players who pre-order any edition of Steel Division 2 can also expect guaranteed access to game’s Beta phase. Scheduled to start later this year, the Steel Division 2 beta will offer players exclusive access to an early build of the game ahead of its 2019 launch. In addition, players who pre-order the Commander Deluxe Edition, General Deluxe Edition, or Total Conflict Edition will also benefit from 48-hours of early access to the game ahead of the worldwide launch for Steel Division 2.

For full details on pre-order bonuses for Steel Division 2, please head to the official website at buy.steeldivision2.com.

Watch the new Steel Division 2 – Back To War Trailer HERE.

Set during Operation Bagration on the Eastern Front in the summer of 1944, Steel Division 2 pushes the limits of the World War II tactical experience, delivering new 1:1 scale Dynamic Strategic Campaigns. Command entire armies during Operation Bagration, covering the Soviet counter-attack against Axis forces in Byelorussia. Battle in the multiple skirmish modes on 25 maps and customize your battlegroups in the brand-new deck system, allowing for an unprecedented level of customization.

To stay up to date on the latest regarding Steel Division 2, be sure to visit the game’s official website.

Steel Division 2 Strategy and Wargaming | Donster | January 31, 2019 |

Metro Exodus Uncovered Gameplay Video Released

metro-exodus Deep Silver and 4A Games today released Metro Exodus Uncovered – a new gameplay video that welcomes series newcomers into the incredible world of Metro.

Famed for their gripping atmosphere, intense gameplay, powerful story-telling and hauntingly realised game world, Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light have earned their reputation as cult classics. Now, Deep Silver and 4A Games are ready to release the long-anticipated Metro Exodus. Five years in the making, it builds on the series’ strengths while offering players a new sensation of freedom and exploration in the wastelands of post-apocalyptic Russia. For newcomers to the series, this video explores the unique world and deep gameplay features of Metro Exodus.

You can watch Metro Exodus Uncovered HERE.

Visit the official Metro Exodus website for more game information.

First-Person Shooters Metro Exodus | Donster | January 31, 2019 |

Command LIVE: The King of the Border Released

command-live-the-king-of-the-border The United States and its ally Colombia have declared that they will retaliate against any treat coming from the “murderous regime of Caracas” supported by Moscow.

After heavy fights occurred in two border towns, where soldiers wearing Venezuelan uniforms have stormed, Bogotà is quickly requesting support from the United States, worried that the Russian presence in the island of La Orchila would greatly impede any major action against Venezuela without escalating the conflict.

Are we witnessing the end of the Monroe Doctrine or will the USA intervene to prevent a new Syria-style crisis at their “courtyard?”

With the new Command LIVE DLC, you’ll be able to play the events that have happened recently, the historic tension between these two nations on the border is now at its peak.

The new Cold War of the Third Millennium moves quickly in South America. Choose which side to stay, and defend your Allied, deployed on the side of Colombia or Venezuela.

Features:

Playable as Russia or USA.
The new Cold War of the Third Millennium moves quickly in South America.
Choose which side to stay, and defend your Allied,deployed on the side of Colombia or Venezuela.
Support your allies in hot spots like the two cities on the border,their airports and facilities.
Try to defend yourself from the enemy attack from the navy the air force and the army.
Intense air battles with 4 nations involved F-15, F-16, F-18, Mig-29, Su-33 and many others.
Tough fight by sea,take control of the sea fighting against the most deadly Russian carriers or with the majestic Ronald Reagan..this carefully using your submarines.
Defend the main cities on the border with mech and Inf, use your artillery to plan every single shot.
Plays the events that have happened recently,the historic tension between these two nations on the border is now at its peak,russia sending two bombers to the Venezuelan Orchila Airbase
Attack or Defend the island of Orchila,destroy the two Russian nuclear bombers Tu-160 BlackJack and the the present structures.
Pay attention to the Cuban airspace
Americans are not welcome…
Plan every single move, from choosing armaments to refueling for your units
Each side has its own technological or logistical weakness and strength

Watch the new Command LIVE: The King of the Border News Report HERE.

Find out more about Command Live: The King of the Border on its official webpage.

Command LIVE Strategy and Wargaming | Donster | January 31, 2019 |

Riotoro Morpheus GPX-100 Review

By Steven Lynch @ Tom’s Hardware

Many PC builders know what it is like to buy a new case only to end up having to replace it the first time you expand or downsize your system. Doesn’t sound familiar? How about the time you found the perfect case but it wasn’t available in the size you wanted at the time so you bought the case anyway, only to have the company release the case in the size you originally wanted a few months later. The good news is that Riotoro has developed a chassis that addresses those types of issues with the world’s first convertible PC case. Yes, you read that correctly.

Read The Review Here

Cases Hardware | Donster | January 31, 2019 |

MSI GeForce RTX 2060 GAMING Z Video Card Review

By Brent Justice @ HardOCP

We’ve got a fast factory overclocked MSI GeForce RTX 2060 GAMING Z video card to review today. We’ll take it through its paces in many games, and find out how it performs, including overclocking performance with the competition. Does the RTX 2060 deliver better performance at a lower price compared to the last generation?

Read The Review Here

Hardware Video Cards | Donster | January 31, 2019 |