Source: Blue’s News

Battlefield Twitter account notes that EA has now revealed all the maps and game modes from Battlefield 1. This post has a look at all the maps and this one covers game modes. This follows up on this post outlining things they learned from beta testing the World War I shooter. Here’s word:

But what does this mean? Well, first off I’d like to talk to you about the Conquest game mode. When we build a new Battlefield game it’s important for us to try new things, we want to stay fresh and renew the franchise with each new installment. However, it’s equally as important that we take the feedback that you, the community, are giving us. That is why we’re going to be making changes to the Conquest game mode ticket system for launch. The next time you play the game, capturing the objectives AND getting kills will both contribute towards the final score of a Conquest match. You have spoken, we have listened!

We have also been monitoring and listening to your comments in regards to the Rush game mode. It’s super exciting for us to bring back Rush for Battlefield 1, and we are aiming to make it the best Rush experience to date. We are making tweaks to the game mode as we speak with your feedback as the backbone to the entire process.

We’re also looking into balancing other elements, including the weapons and vehicles. The Light Tank, which is a bit too effective in the Open Beta, will definitely receive some work, and we agree that Horses can take a few too many rounds at the moment. We’ve also learned through the Beta that you guys need more tools to deal with vehicles earlier, which we’ll definitely look into (including a Gadget for the Support class which should help neutralize powerful vehicles).

By Brent Justice @ HardOCP

On our test bench today is the GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1080 Xtreme Gaming Premium Pack video card. The specific model number is “GV-N1080XTREME-8GD Premium Pack” and is retailing for $700 and is in stock. This new video card from GIGABYTE dominates the high-end enthusiast market and offerings from GIGABYTE. If you want not only the fastest out-of-box video card we’ve evaluated but also something a little extra, this GIGABYTE Xtreme Gaming Premium Pack really does pack the premium.

Read The Review Here

By Hilbert Hagedoorn @ GURU3D

In this review we check out a GeForce GTX 1080 that you will be able to hook up to your custom liquid cooling loop, it is the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 ArcticStorm. We’ll check out the 8 GB GDDR5X beast with some sincerely lovely looks.

Read The Review Here

Source: TechPowerUp!

NVIDIA released its latest GeForce “Game Ready” drivers. Version 372.90 WHQL drivers come game-ready for “Forza Horizon 3.” This includes optimization, and GeForce Experience optimal settings. The game release, at least to owners of the “Ultimate Edition” variant, tomorrow, on 21/09. The drivers also includes GeForce Experience 3.0, NVIDIA’s game settings optimization app, which features a revamped user-interface.

You can download the new GeForce 372.90 WHQL drivers from GeForce Experience and GeForce.com.

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.

• PNY Announces the GeForce GTX 1080 XLR8 OC Graphics Card
• Scythe Launches the Byakko Processor Cooler
• Samsung Announces the 960 Pro and 960 EVO Series M.2 NVMe SSDs
• Mionix Announces Naos QG Mouse with Built-In Biometrics
• EVGA Announces the SuperNOVA G2L Series Power Supplies
• OWC Introduces Drive Dock with USB 3.1 Gen 1
• Syber Gaming Delivers VR and 4K-Ready “C Series” Small Form Factor Gaming PC

Pre-orders for Sniper Elite 4 now to receive free copy of DLC campaign mission TARGET FÜHRER and additional bonus content on PS4, Xbox One and PC

Today, independent UK developer, Rebellion, released the debut gameplay trailer for the latest title in the popular award-winning Sniper Elite franchise, Sniper Elite 4. Additionally, as a surprise to expectant fans of the third-person tactical shooter, Rebellion concluded the trailer with a teaser for the first downloadable content (DLC), TARGET FÜHRER – available now for FREE on PS4, Xbox One and PC to gamers who pre-order Sniper Elite 4 at retail or digitally via www.sniperelite4.com for $59.99.

With many millions of views on YouTube and countless gameplay hours logged, the series’ renowned Hitler-assassinating bonus missions have been a fan-pleasing tradition since Sniper Elite V2 and are back by popular demand. In TARGET FÜHRER, players will once again set their sights on history’s most notorious tyrant in a forgotten corner of the Mediterranean where a secret Nazi U-boat facility threatens Allied shipping. When agent Karl Fairburne attempts to assassinate the base’s Commander, he finds his target already dead, executed in person by a shadowy visitor. And with this, Karl’s mission has changed: TARGET FÜHRER!

Sniper Elite 4 pre-orders will include:

• The full  game;
• TARGET FÜHRER campaign mission: Destroy the imposing U-boat base and take down Hitler in as many ways as they can in this replayable campaign mission for 1-2 players;
• CAMO RIFLES SKIN PACK: Includes detailed camouflaged sleeves for the game’s seven iconic WW2 rifles.

*Please note, pre-order availability may vary depending on region, platform and format.*

Sniper Elite 4 is a third-person tactical shooter combining genre-defining ballistics and emergent stealth tactics across the largest and most diverse environments ever seen in a Sniper Elite game. Set in the aftermath of its award-winning predecessor, Sniper Elite 4 continues the series’ World War II heritage by transporting players across the beautiful Italian peninsula, from sun-drenched Mediterranean coastal towns, to colossal Nazi mega structures, to daunting forests and giddying mountain monasteries inspired by Monte Cassino.

The dispute over the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea has reached a turning point.

China has never hidden her intent to extend her power in the region, both diplomatically and militarily. And the nearby countries have always tried to do the same, in temporary coalitions or alone. The United States, despite their interest in countering the Chinese’s ambitions, have been involved too much in the Middle East to be able to have a strong presence in these waters.

But now, Beijing has decided to raise the stakes deploying the aircraft carrier Liaoning, switching the balance of power in her favour.

How long this situation could last before it escalates in a larger conflict?

Spratly Spat, the third title in the Command LIVE series, has been released! This scenario is an exploration of what could happen if the regional powers around the Spratly Islands unite and – with limited assistance of the US – challenge the Chinese Navy!

Command Live: Spratly Spat is an expansion of Command: Modern Air / Naval Operations and requires the base game to be played

The Command LIVE News Team has just sent his last reportage, directly from the frontline!

Things are getting critical around the Spratly Islands, as China seems to have deployed her aircraft carrier PLAN Liaoning, and rumors of military exercises run by Vietnam, Philippines (with a limited support from the US) in the region have been confirmed!

Are we close to an open conflict in the South China Sea?

Watch the latest report here.

Source: Rainbow Six Website

The Rainbow Six: Siege PC Starter Edition is back! Available for a limited time, you will be able to purchase the Starter Edition on PC through Uplay.

PC players looking for an inexpensive way to jump into Rainbow Six: Siege no longer have to wait to get their fix. Starting September 15th on Uplay, a special Starter Edition of the game will be available for $15/€15 on PC for a limited time. The Starter Edition offers the full Rainbow Six: Siege experience, with all maps and Operators available, but unlocking new Operators works a little differently.

If you’re familiar with the Starter Edition from June, it is exactly the same as last time. For new players, those who buy the Starter Edition will immediately get access to two Operators, along with 600 R6 Credits to spend on two more Operators (or other unlocks) of their choice. The two initially available Operators are randomly chosen from a pool of six – Rook, Sledge, Ash, Fuze, Mute, and Smoke –determined to be the most intuitive for entry-level players. Additional operators can be unlocked in the Starter Edition by earning 12,500 renown (compared to 500-2,000 renown in the Standard Edition).

Battlestate Games has presented a new video of the online game Escape From Tarkov. The action takes place in the different weather and time of day, from the perspective of a former operative of USEC, one of the two Tarkov factions.

Escape from Tarkov is a hardcore and realistic online first-person action RPG/Simulator with MMO features and a story-driven walkthrough.

With each passing day the situation in the Norvinsk region grows more and more complicated. Incessant warfare in Tarkov has sparked massive panic; the local population has fled the city, but those who stayed are looking to improve their fortunes at the expense of others. Having accepted the new reality, savage Tarkov locals – “Scavs” flocked into well-armed gangs and started the redivision of the city. Nowadays, Tarkov is separated by unseen borders, controlled by different groups. Gain-greedy gunmen would go to any length to have their way, including the murder of civilians and direct confrontation with the two private military companies.

The players will have to experience living in the skin of one of the mercenaries who survived the initial stage of the Tarkov conflict. After choosing one of the sides – USEC or BEAR – the player’s character starts to make his way out of the city. Tarkov is sealed off by UN and Russian military, supply chains are cut, communication with operational command is lost, and in these conditions everyone has to make his own choices of what to do and how to get out of the chaos-ridden metropolis.

More info on Escape From Tarkov can be found at the game’s official website.