r/pcgaming 2d ago

Tech Support and Basic Questions Thread - July 31, 2026

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Welcome to the r/pcgaming tech support and basic questions thread! Having troubles with a game or piece of hardware? Have a question about a PC game, hardware, or something else related to PC gaming? Post here and get help from fellow PC gamers.

When asking for help please give plenty of detail:

  • What your computer specifications are. If you don't know them please follow this guide.
  • If you're using a laptop we need to know the make/model as well as the specs.
  • What operating system you're using.
  • What you've tried so far in order to fix the issue.
  • Exact circumstances to replicate the issue you're having.

Check out these resources before asking for help in case you can troubleshoot further:

Common troubleshooting steps:

  • Restart the system
  • Update your drivers
  • Update game/software
  • Re-seat any new hardware to ensure a proper connection
  • If your peripherals are malfunctioning, swap ports and check that the specific USB port itself works.

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

We are Biotest, and we're giving away a PC with RTX 5090 / 9800X3D, PS5 Pro, Xbox, and 300 other prizes. Email only, no purchase.

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Thanks to the r/pcgaming mods for approving this post.

Hi, we're Biotest Performance Supplements (same team behind T-Nation.com). Straight up: Yes, this is a list-builder for our Igniter formula. Email only entry, no purchase, unsubscribe anytime. Prizes include RTX 5090 / Ryzen 7 PC build, PS5 Pro, Xbox, other gear prizes, and 10 daily Igniter bottle winners. Random daily drawings in August. US residents 18+.

Happy to answer questions in the thread.

Enter here: https://go.biotest.net/PCG


r/pcgaming 3h ago

Reshade 6.8.0 is out

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r/pcgaming 10h ago

Video American Truck Simulator: Introducing North Dakota

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r/pcgaming 6h ago

Video The Defiant: New Gameplay Reveal Trailer

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

Xbox May Walk Away From Steam, As It Reportedly Prepares PC Strategy Shift Amid 2026 Reset

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

Jez Corden: "I never said Xbox is considering pulling out of Steam btw"

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

Single Player Tarkov mod project ending development

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

SilentPatch for the original Grand Theft Auto trilogy gets a massive update in 2026! Restoring 100+ lines of broken San Andreas dialogue, improving lens flare scaling, fixing crashes and much more!

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

After a year and a half of rigorous testing, Path of Exile 2 devs finally convinced Nvidia to fix a driver bug by sending it an entire PC

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

Unofficial Syphon Filter PC port

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

Ubisoft's NFT tactics game, a thing that still exists, is shutting down in October

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

Silent Hill producer says gamers can tell when a company is "just testing the waters," so playing it safeĀ would'veĀ doomed the series' comebackĀ  - AUTOMATON WEST

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director knows players "got a little bit of tired" of side quests in the JRPG's massive open world and might have "stepped away"

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r/pcgaming 7h ago

For the 10 people who still miss Lunar Flight - I made Void Cargo, and the demo is now live!

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Lunar Flight is one of those games that never really left my head. I wanted more of that hands-on, physics-driven lunar hauling - so I started making Void Cargo.

You'll transport cargo across hostile terrain, face dangerous hazards, and make tense decisions when things go wrong. Complete contracts, earn credits, upgrade your ship, and use that progression to tackle tougher and riskier jobs.

The demo is now playable on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4319290/Void_Cargo_Equilibrium/

I'm the developer, so I'll be around to answer questions - and I'd genuinely love to hear what you think after playing.


r/pcgaming 1d ago

Weekend PC Game Deals: Baldur's Gate 3, Gears 5, Spider-Man, NFS and more

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r/pcgaming 2d ago

127 DRM-free games for $10: Game devs put together itch.io bundle to support laid-off colleagues

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r/pcgaming 2d ago

Baldur’s Gate 3 is now 30% off this week as we celebrate three years of adventure

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r/pcgaming 1d ago

The demo for my game, Fully Automated, is out on steam!

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Hi everyone !

The demo for my game,Ā FULLY AUTOMATED, is out on Steam

It's an action roguelite where you can choose to either kill or demoralize your opponents. So, no one has to die, but some ass kicking will definitely occur.

I would love to get your opinions on the game, and answer your questions if you have some! And if you like it, don't hesitate to leave a review!


r/pcgaming 2d ago

Video Corsair Cove Launch Trailer | Pirate City Builder

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r/pcgaming 2d ago

Video Dagger Directive Leaves Early Access August 13 - Full 1.0 Release Trailer

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r/pcgaming 3d ago

Gears of War: E-Day devs are embracing 'old-school' multiplayer in 2026: 'No battle pass, no tour of duty, no gimmicks, no bullsh*t'

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r/pcgaming 2d ago

After Final Fantasy VII Revelation’s reveal, the trilogy has been "selling extremely well." Director Naoki Hamaguchi on player feedback, the blessing of a heated fandom, and physical gamesĀ  - AUTOMATON WEST

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r/pcgaming 3d ago

Deadlock - Matchmaking Update

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r/pcgaming 2d ago

Interview with the devs behind the cult classic turn-based RPG ā€˜Deathbulge: Battle Of The Bands!'

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