2023-09-25 15:07 UTC · PCGamesN · editor@pcgamesn.com
There's never been a better time to snag a copy of PC Building Simulator, with the game on offer for as little as $1, and you can raise money for a charity of your choice in the process. The PC Building Simulator Humble Bundle gives you the chance to pick up the PC-building sim for a fraction of its full value, with bundles worth up to $79 costing $10 or less. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: PC Building Simulator 2 is saving me from spending money I don't have Epic's next free game will let you pretend to get an RTX 3090 Amazon offers interest-free financing for gaming PC parts
2023-02-02 14:53 UTC · PCGamesN · editor@pcgamesn.com
Do you know the worst part about shiny new PC components? They cost so much money. I know why they cost what they do, but for someone who built their first system in 2017, time has not been kind to my machine. Over the years, I've swapped out my motherboard, my CPU, my RAM, and picked up the best graphics card I could at the time. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: VPN deals for cheap internet privacy 2023 A Dead Space Remake update has landed, but fps stutters remain Best Dead Space Remake settings: gruesome PC graphics options
2023-01-11 11:52 UTC · Community Announcements · thurr
Disabled a Unity function sending standard game and device analytics events to the Unity Analytics service to remove unnecessary third party data tracking.
2022-04-05 11:06 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/29849469/89f2523baf7cd463e4da7db0cb674ed885b1aa1b.png General Added support for the on-screen keyboard when players are using a Steam Deck Added PS5 controller support Fixed an issue which in some cases prevented the Steam Workshop wallpaper integration from functioning correctly.
2022-03-22 12:06 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
Today we’re pushing another update live to address the issues listed below. Special thanks to the community for contributions to bug reporting and evidence gathering. Bug Fixes: General: Fixed an issue which prevented the Cloud Notes app from accepting mouse inputs after the 29th line. Improved the clarity of GPU minimum requirements listed in Will It Run for League of Legends. Corrected issues with phone behavior when in assembly mode in the Esports Expansion DLC. Parts: Fixed an issue which caused the be quiet! Dark Rock TF 2 cooler to clip with case fans in NZXT H210i case. Reduced the numb
2022-03-10 12:05 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
Today we're pushing a minor update live to address the issues listed below. Special thanks to the community for contributions to bug reporting and evidence gathering. Bug Fixes Fixed an issue which prevented several 360mm AIO coolers from being installed inside the CORSAIR iCUE 5000D Airflow case when used with an ASUS ROG Strix B550-F Gaming Wifi motherboard. Corsair iCUE 5000 cases should now correctly fit custom water loop reservoirs when a radiator is installed above the reservoir slot Fixed an issue which caused Corsair iCUE 5000 cases to incorrectly detect collision when installing a cus
2022-03-02 11:39 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
Hello PC Builders! As we enter another action-packed month, we’re kicking things off with a major update - v1.15. This time around we’re growing the entire parts range with a variety of fan favourites, extra small form factor options, a mix of often requested white parts, and one more venue to build it all in. First though, we sailed the high seas looking for computing’s finest privateers and returned with one of their newest treasure chests. Introducing the CORSAIR iCUE 5000T In a PC Building Simulator first, we’ve teamed up with CORSAIR to celebrate the release of their new iCUE 5000T case.
2022-01-26 12:50 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
Today we're pushing a minor update live to address two critical issues listed below. Special thanks to the community for contributions to bug reporting and evidence gathering. Bug Fixes Misc: Fixed an issue which caused PCs to duplicate under certain circumstances. Fixed an entitlement issue which sometimes prevented Overclocked Edition DLC from correctly appearing in player inventories. Stay up to date! Do you believe the only good bug is a fixed bug? Would you like to know more? Do your part and join us on all our official platforms today: Discord / Twitter / Facebook / Instagram / Reddit /
2022-01-19 11:36 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
Today we're pushing a minor update live to address the issues listed below. Special thanks to the community for contributions to bug reporting and evidence gathering. Bug Fixes Parts: Fixed an issue which caused the be quiet! Dark Base 900 case's Side Panels to only be selectable by their screws during first removal. Team Group CARDEA ZERO Z340 M.2 PCIe SSDs will no longer appear stretched when installed in the MSI B450I GAMING PLUS AC motherboard Adjusted collision on the NZXT Kraken Z73 AIO to allow installation in significantly more cases. Adjusted collision on the GamerStorm Captain 360 EX
2021-12-14 12:45 UTC · Community Announcements · la5tn1nja3
Today we’re pushing a small patch following v1.14. Bug Fixes: Fixed an issue where the Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML200P MIRROR liquid cooler could not be installed in some cases. Fixed a problem where the side panel gets misplaced after being removed and installed back in the Fractal Design Define 7 Compact cases. Fixed an issue where players could only achieve 4 Kudos instead of 5 in the IT Expansion job "Me again..." from Aabirah.Buksh@irra.tech. Fixed a problem where the CORSAIR XD3 RGB Combo reservoir could not be plugged into the GIGABYTE X570I AORUS PRO WIFI when installed in the Cooler
2021-12-09 16:00 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/29849469/aaa7f002c690bb9ab03e0a047464c560245226ab.png After adding the long-awaited Cooler Master NR200P to the game we’ve once again teamed up with Cooler Master to celebrate. This time they’re giving away three of their bestselling SFF cases – already settled on some parts in game? Here’s your chance to bring it to life. Entries must be made via the Gleam page here: https://gleam.io/dVsyn/nr200p-colour-x-pc-building-sim-giveaway Once again, this competition is open world wide!
2021-12-09 11:16 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
It’s nearly the end of the year but we still have time for another major update - welcome to patch v1.14. It’s the season of giving so we’re starting everyone off with another free workshop, showing off the 30 series Ti cards from NVIDIA, chilling with new Cooler Master AIOs, keeping it together with the latest ASRock motherboards, and remembering to add more memory. First though, we’re pushing small form factor to the limit… Introducing the Cooler Master MasterBox NR200P Often requested, today we’re bringing one of the most popular ITX cases to PC Building Simulator. Now available in a long l
2021-10-28 11:23 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/29849469/dcfad9dabea2436580afd78194384c56f64adc01.png To celebrate the launch of the Free IT Expansion, we've teamed up with Cooler Master to giveaway 3 MasterFrame 700 PC cases. Three lucky winners will each receive a MasterFrame 700 and Steam Keys for PC Building Simulator, so you can experiment with different components in the game and then bring your dream PC to life! Entries must be made via the Gleam page here: https://gleam.io/eVrP0/cooler-master-x-pc-building-sim-giveaway We're also happy to share that this competition is open world wide.
2021-10-28 09:18 UTC · Community Announcements · Caliburn
Hello PC Builders! Today we’re releasing another major update, v1.13. In this patch we’re expanding our range of Z590 chipsets, adding more white parts, introducing some AIB Radeon 6000 series cards, sneaking in extra water-cooling goodies, and we’ve been sweet talking the team at Cooler Master about an entirely new type of case. First though, time to step into your new office… Free content: PC Building Simulator IT Expansion Our always helpful Uncle Tim has found a new opportunity for you to get out of the workshop and expand on your existing PC building skills - starting immediately! Pivot y
2021-10-09 16:07 UTC · Eurogamer
Over 4 million people claimed PC Building Simulator free from the Epic Game Store in just over 24 hours. PC Building Simulator, which normally goes for £14.99, became Epic's weekly free game at 5pm on Thursday, 7th October. Then, just after 8pm yesterday, 8th October, Epic tweeted to say PC Building Simulator had already been claimed by over 4 million players. Read more
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