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MSI GTX 285 HydroGen OC Review

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Graphics | 9th Jul 2009

Sporting a Watercool Heatkiller GPU-X² full cover waterblock, MSI's GTX 285 HydroGen looks stunning. However we're more interested in whether it can keep Nvidia's fastest single core GPU cool.

Dragon Age: Origins Console Hands-on

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Xbox 360 | 9th Jul 2009

We've finally had a go on the console version of BioWare's Dragon Age: Origins lately and have seen how the game will work on a thumb-driven controller. Can a hardcore RPG be effectively controlled with a gamepad or is a mouse and keyboard the only way to go?

What Hardware Should I Buy? - July 2009

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Buyers Guide | 8th Jul 2009

Another month and another four systems, as we delve into online stores to seek out the bargains to decide which setups, for a range of budgets, are the best your money can buy.

AMD Opteron 2435 CPU Review

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Hardware | 7th Jul 2009

Intel might have been the first to launch a six-core CPU, but AMD's new six-core Opterons have far more memory bandwidth and are much more power efficient. But do they have what it takes to dethrone the mighty Xeon W5580?

Tales of Monkey Island: Episode One Review

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PC | 7th Jul 2009

Joe steps into the long-absent boots of Guybrush Threepwood and sets out, deep into the Caribbean in the first episode of the new Secret of Monkey Island series, Launch of The Screaming Narwhal. Is it a fitting continuation to the legendary series, or an insult to all things piratey?

Left 4 Dead 2 Interview: A Chat with Chet

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PC | 6th Jul 2009

We sit down with Valve's Chet Faliszek and have a good ol' natter about Left 4 Dead 2, what Valve thinks about the recent Steam boycotts, how to tell a good story in a multiplayer game, and why Doug Lombardi can't be trusted with grenades.

MSI N260GTX Lightning Review

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Graphics | 6th Jul 2009

Yes, we're reviewing a GeForce GTX 260, but this is no ordinary SKU. Armed with a custom cooler, front panel overclocking tool and redesigned power circuitry, this is one of the best GTX 260s on the market. We find out if the premium you pay for extra trimmings is a worthwhile one.

The best way to clean your keyboard

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Peripherals | 5th Jul 2009

You defrag your hard disk, delete old programs and route your cables neatly, but when it comes to PC maintenance its likely you're overlooking something obvious - your keyboard. From fluorescent goo to the dishwasher, we take a look at the best ways to shine up your QWERTY keys.

Fight Night Round 4 Review

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Xbox 360 | 4th Jul 2009

Fight Night 4 has landed with all the force of George Foreman being dropped fist-first on to your console from the top of a small building. With a tonne of new modes and some changes to the control system, the only question is; Are you ready to rumble? We find out.

Patriot Torqx 128GB SSD Review

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Storage | 3rd Jul 2009

With the latest crop of SSDs proving they've got what it takes to thrash hard disks on every level, Patriot is getting in on the action with it's new Torqx. Using the very capable Indilinx ARM drive controller, does the Torqx match up to the competition? We find out.