Intel to Bundle AAA Games and AI-optimized Creativity Software with Arc + 12th Gen Core Prebuilts

Intel is preparing to announce a mega games+software bundle for prebuilt-desktops and notebooks that combine 12th Gen Core "Alder Lake" processors and Arc "Alchemist" graphics. The bundle covers select models of 12th Gen Core i5, Core i7, and Core i9 processors, along with Arc A500-series and Arc A700-series graphics. The total retail value of the bundle can be as high as $370, depending on the combination of processor and graphics.

Among the premium games bundled are "Call of Duty: Moderne Kriegsführung II" (2022), "Ghostbusters: Entfesselte Geister," "Gotham Knights," and "Vampire: The Masquerade—Bloodhunt." The Featured Software bundle, from which you can choose 3 out 5, include PowerDirector 365, D5 Render (limited subscription), MAGIX Video Pro X14 (limited subscription), Topaz Gigapixel AI, and XSplit Premium Suite. All the games in the bundle either are or will be optimized for Arc "Alchemist" graphics, and will feature XeSS. All the productivity software included takes advantage of the AI-acceleration capabilities of 12th Gen Core processors. The list of eligible processors and graphics cards are tabled below.