Opera releases new browser specially built for gamers
Not all fun and games – but mostly
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Opera has released a new version of its web browser specially designed for gamers. Opera GX includes a raft of features tailored to game fans, including Twitch integration, optimization tools andRazerChroma-style customizable colors.
Operateased the new browserin May with a rather cryptic announcement that it was working on “a new and special version of our browser made with those of you who play games in mind”.
The wait is now over, andan early access version of Opera GXis available to download and try for yourself.
The browser’s default homepage is something called GX Corner, which gathers deals on games from different retailers and includes a news feed with top gaming-related headlines from various sources (including TechRadar).
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Opera GX also includes tools for limiting the system resources used by your browser, so you can keep it running in the background while you stream without it having a detrimental effect on your frame rate.
You can limit both RAM and CPU usage, but the browser will prioritize maintaining a stable stream over sticking to hard limits. Meanwhile, a built-in Twitch sidebar lets you watch streams and receive notifications while you browse.
Some of Opera GX’s features are just fun, including science fiction style in-browser sound effects created by acclaimed sound designer Rubén Rincón, a choice of accent colors, and a set of space-themed wallpapers.
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It’s not all about playtime, though – Opera GX also includes the best privacy features from the company’s main browser, including one-click ad-blocking and a built-in cryptocurrency wallet. You can also use My Flow to share links, pictures and videos securely between devices, and clear your browser history any time with the click of a button.
You might not use all of its gamer-centric features, but Opera GX is a solid browser underneath all of the bells and whistles, and a perfectly reasonable choice if you prioritize privacy and like the idea of a browser that sounds like a spaceship.
Cat is TechRadar’s Homes Editor specializing in kitchen appliances and smart home technology. She’s been a tech journalist for 15 years, and is here to help you choose the right devices for your home and do more with them. When not working she’s a keen home baker, and makes a pretty mean macaron.
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