I have managed to get a Thanatos, and yeah: he seems pretty powerful.
Unfortunately I have not been able to get to the part where I could train them.
So I don't know how they operate in groups, or if they are worth the investment.

I plan to go back to the game when they add a bit more content.
What they have there is very promising.

Dear god are they op as fuck when used in groups of 5-8. They can easily take out doomed cities with such ease, and you don't even have to worry about the zeds that flow from the cities, as they get blown away by the blast wave. 

I'd say Thanatos are a far better investment than Lucifer's and those mechs with mini guns. Thanatos units can also backhand zeds that get up close, which usually takes a swing or two.

Perhaps they can balance that by having a second unit that feeds shells / ammo to units.

Maybe a unit that you can build early on, that when near other units, increases their attack speed.
If you make Thanatos dependent on that unit, then the game may likely feel more balanced.

It will never cease to amaze me how big the battles at EVE can be.

And congrats for winning.

Wednesday news:

SALES & "SALES"/DEALS

Stellaris, Pillars of Eternity, and Hearts of Iron feature in the Humble Paradox Bundle
http://www.pcgamer.com/stellaris-pillars-of-eternity-and-hearts-of-iron-feature-in-the-humble-paradox-bundle/
The new Humble Bundle is a handsome collection of games from Paradox Interactive, beginning with a $1 entry-level bundle that will net you the city building sim Cities in Motion 2, the co-op arcane adventure Magicka 2, and the fantasy RTS Majesty 2.

Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen is very cheap on Steam right now
http://www.pcgamer.com/dragons-dogma-dark-arisen-is-very-cheap-on-steam-right-now/
During the holidays I started a new playthrough of Dragon's Dogma, and while I barely made a dent in it (it's a long game), it did remind me that there's still nothing else like it. Anyway, it's super cheap on Steam at the moment – $9.99, down from the usual $29.99. At that price (and assuming you have the money) it's pretty much essential. And if you don't like it, you can either a) let it sit unplayed in your library forever or b) maybe try having better opinions?

>>That's one of the Midweek Madness deals from Steam. The other one is Darkwood, with a 30% discount.

We also need to talk about GOG, because there's a new promo featuring Tyranny: https://www.gog.com/promo/20180123_tyranny.

Report: Premium PC segment saw the greatest growth in December 2017
http://www.dsogaming.com/news/report-premium-pc-segment-saw-the-greatest-growth-in-december-2017/
According to SuperData’s worldwide digital video games stats for December 2017, the premium PC segment saw its greatest growth. This jump is really close to the one we witnessed back in October 2017, as the premium PC segment saw a similar growth.
As SuperData noted, the worldwide digital video games market grew 17% year-over-year in December. The Social and Pay-to-Play segments shrank 4% and 10%, respectively, whereas the Premium PC segment saw the greatest growth this month, up 28%. Furthermore, the mobile and Free-to-play segments continue to grow, 27% and 3%, respectively.

>>This is videogames, not hardware.

SOFTWARE

Denuvo introduces a new version of its anti-tamper tech, Denuvo 5.0
http://www.dsogaming.com/news/denuvo-introduces-a-new-version-of-its-anti-tamper-tech-denuvo-5-0/
A few days ago, we informed you about the defeat of Denuvo 4.8. However, it appears that the company was one step ahead and introduced a brand new version of it. Not only that, but this new version of the Denuvo anti-tamper tech is already being used in a game.

>>Which game? Check the article to find out.

MODS/EMULATORS

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GAMING NEWS

Rune: Ragnarok gets new in-engine pre-alpha trailer
http://www.dsogaming.com/videotrailer-news/rune-ragnarok-gets-new-in-engine-pre-alpha-trailer/
Human Head Studios has released a new in-engine pre-alpha trailer for Rune: Ragnarok. As its title implies, Rune: Ragnarok is the sequel to the 17-year old Rune game.

Banner Saga 3 release date pushed forward, now planned for a Summer 2018 release
http://www.dsogaming.com/news/banner-saga-3-release-date-pushed-forward-now-planned-for-a-summer-2018-release/
Stoic has announced that the release date of Banner Saga 3 has been pushed forward. The game was meant to hit streets in December 2018, however, it will be now coming to the PC in Summer 2018. In order to kick off the road to launch, Stoic released the first episode of a series of vignette trailers highlighting influential characters in this epic Viking saga. This first trailer focuses on Fasolt.

Focus Home Interactive reveals Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2, planned for a 2018 release
http://www.dsogaming.com/news/focus-home-interactive-reveals-battlefleet-gothic-armada-2-planned-for-a-2018-release/
Focus Home Interactive and Tindalos Interactive are pleased to officially announce the development for PC of the sequel to Battlefleet Gothic: Armada, the real-time strategy game that portrays the epic space battles from the Warhammer 40,000 universe.

Bandai Namco details Black Clover: Quartet Knights’ Zone Control Mode
http://www.dsogaming.com/news/bandai-namco-details-black-clover-quartet-knights-zone-control-mode/
Bandai Namco today revealed further details regarding the intense gameplay in Black Clover: Quartet Knights, detailing its Zone Control mode. In this mode, teams of 4 players race to hold control of the target area.

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds patch #3 further improves client performance with multiple pre-match starting areas
http://www.dsogaming.com/news/playerunknowns-battlegrounds-patch-3-further-improves-client-performance-with-multiple-pre-match-starting-areas/
Bluehole has released the third patch for the PC version of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds and similarly to the previous patch, this new update further improves the game’s client performance. Bluehole has implemented multiple pre-match starting areas which will most probably improve overall performance.

New trailer for Ashes of Creation showcases the UnderRealm region
http://www.dsogaming.com/videotrailer-news/new-trailer-for-ashes-of-creation-showcases-the-underrealm-region/
Intrepid Studios has released a new trailer, showcasing the first iteration of its UndeRealm in Ashes of Creation. This trailer will give you a first look at the pre-alpha UnderRealm and the difference of look and feel that this area will have from the world above ground.

New Kingdom Come: Deliverance trailer focuses on its gameplay features
http://www.dsogaming.com/videotrailer-news/new-kingdom-come-deliverance-trailer-focuses-on-its-gameplay-features/
Deep Silver has released a new trailer for Warhorse’s upcoming medieval RPG, Kingdom Come: Deliverance. This trailer will give you a closer look at the gameplay features in Kingdom Come: Deliverance as we follow Henry on an exciting day through medieval Bohemia.

Wednesday news, part two:

Darwin Project wants to be 'more or less, The Hunger Games: The Game'
http://www.pcgamer.com/darwin-project-wants-to-be-more-or-less-the-hunger-games-the-game/
Battle royale games have been around for quite some time, despite being pushed into the spotlight by the enduring success of Bluehole/PUBG Corp's runaway hit. Darwin Project is among the flurry of newcomers set to make their mark on 2018, and, when it does, its developers hope to create "more or less, The Hunger Games: The Game."

Watch a man get his face ripped off in Dead By Daylight's 'Saw Chapter' trailer
http://www.pcgamer.com/watch-a-man-get-his-face-ripped-off-in-dead-by-daylights-saw-chapter-trailer/
Having previously slashed its way through The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and A Nightmare on Elm Street, the multiplayer horror-survival game Dead By Daylight is now headed to a new playground: The sticky slaughterhouse mess of Saw.

Crafting sandbox RPG My Time at Portia hits Steam today
http://www.pcgamer.com/crafting-sandbox-rpg-my-time-at-portia-hits-steam-today/
Crafting RPG My Time at Portia is now available on Steam Early Access. It goes for $20, and according to developer Pathea Games, already contains 25 hours of content with more to come. You can also download a free demo to sample before buying.

Comedy survival game SOS is now in Early Access, and Snoop Dogg is streaming it
http://www.pcgamer.com/comedy-survival-game-sos-is-now-in-early-access-and-snoop-dogg-is-streaming-it/
Yesterday, James and I discussed our time with SOS, a 16-player survival game which encourages loose alliances and betrayals, and where half the goal is to entertain viewers. This morning, it released on Steam Early Access—and now Snoop Dogg is streaming it on behalf of developers Outpost Games.

Gorgeous RTS card game hybrid Golem Gates coming next month
http://www.pcgamer.com/gorgeous-rts-card-game-hybrid-golem-gates-coming-next-month/
Golem Gates is a card-powered RTS game from former Epic Games folks. It launched on Steam Early Access last December, and developer Laser Guided Games says it will officially release on March 28.

Destiny 2 is 'not in a good place', says analyst in wake of microtransaction concerns
http://www.pcgamer.com/destiny-2-is-not-in-a-good-place-says-analyst-in-wake-of-microtransaction-concerns/
Destiny 2 has had a rough ride in recent months. Bungie upset fans with its shoddy implementation of microtransactions, hidden XP throttling, and poorly communicated Faction Rally token tweaks. The developer has since apologised for each misstep in turn, however a quick glance at the game's subreddit suggests players' patience is wearing thin.
Now, a Wall Street market analyst has declared Destiny 2 as "not in a good place", with player interest in the space opera shooter in decline.

Two Point Hospital, the Theme Hospital spiritual successor, teases whacky illnesses and how to treat them
http://www.pcgamer.com/two-point-hospital-the-theme-hospital-spiritual-successor-teases-whacky-illnesses-and-how-to-treat-them/
Two Point Hospital is a new management sim from the creators of Theme Hospital, that aims to bring the tongue-in-cheek ethos of Bullfrog's late '90s classic to the modern age. As we've seen already, Light Headedness echoes the likes of Bloaty Head and Slack Tongue—and now the game's latest behind-the-scenes short demonstrates who you'll fix it.

>>The remedy for that illness is probably not what you're expecting. Or maybe it is, being based on Theme Hospital.

^^^ Since AMD dropped the ball completely, it's not that you have any real choice at that price range.

I thought you were going for something a bit more low end? The only option on the AMD camp would be an RX 560, if you can find any...

In any case, you've choosen the worst time to upgrade. And it won't get better anytime soon.

There are lower cards than a 1050, like the 1030, but you mentioned the 1050Ti, which is a tad better than the 1050.

It would be something like: 1030 >> 1050 > 1050Ti >> 1060 3GB > 1060 6GB, etc.

As for the display connector, I'd look at what you have before buying anything. No new card features VGA output, and the least you can find is a DVI port.

I had ATI/AMD for a long time - my last nVidia GPU (prior to current one) was GeForce 4 Ti4400, some 15 years ago - ATI/AMD were all quite ok, especially since for the longest time they had best bang per buck...but these days they just...suck.

Anyway, currently you're pretty much out of options - even if you wanted to buy AMD, they are priced insanely high due to cryptos.