The Nvidia RTX 5090 graphics card is vanishing from US retailers, impacting gamers' upgrades amid ongoing supply chain challenges.
The most pressing issue this week for PC gamers involves the noticeable disappearance of Nvidia’s RTX 5090 graphics cards from major US online retailers. According to a report from PC Gamer, the high-end GPU has simply vanished from shelves, and what remains is being offered at significantly marked-up prices by third-party sellers. This trend suggests the ongoing struggle with supply chain issues, a hurdle that has plagued technology releases across the board for the past several years.
The scarcity has ripple effects on the gaming community as enthusiasts looking to upgrade their hardware face inflated costs should they turn to alternative sellers or online resales. As these cards are integral for powering high-performance gaming and content creation setups, the shortage underscores a broader issue within the tech industry regarding availability and affordability of cutting-edge components.
Gamescom 2026 Impressions and Announcements
In other news, Gamescom 2026 has offered first looks and insights into several anticipated titles. PCGamesN provided a preview of *Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse*, a game that marries the Metroidvania genre with the aesthetic stylings of *Dead Cells*. The vibrant and eerie visual approach highlights a reimagined Paris overrun by monsters, mixing old-school nostalgia with contemporary gaming design.
Moreover, a distinctive take on Dungeons & Dragons awaits players in the upcoming *Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons* title. According to PC Gamer, developers have opted to eschew traditional waypoint systems in favor of encouraging players to explore and engage more directly with the game world. This decision is part of a broader trend in game design emphasizing player agency and immersion.
Valve’s VR Experimentation
Valve continues to experiment in the VR space, as reported by Rock Paper Shotgun, with the company having considered creating a new VR game for their upcoming Steam Frame headset. Ultimately, the focus shifted to adapting *Half-Life: Alyx* into a standalone version for this new hardware. While some may have hoped for fresh gaming content to accompany the device, Valve seems committed to leveraging their existing hit to anchor its latest VR hardware showcases.”
Steam’s Indie Discoverability
In a development that might cheer indie game developers, PCGamesN has reported potential improvements in Steam’s discoverability features. Although details are sparse, indie developers are observing what appears to be a beneficial shift in how their games become visible to potential buyers. If Valve has indeed made backend changes, it could signify a positive move towards addressing longstanding issues with how games are surfaced on their platform.
