Publishers shouldn’t count on ‘redemption arcs’ to save their games
Everyone loves an underdog story, but when it comes to games, long-term redemption arcs have become a gamble.
Sonic the Hedgehog gets the Lego treatment to kick off 2022
Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the world of Lego with his own playset featuring Badniks, Eggman, and power-ups.
Every major video game delay that’s happened in 2021
It's a weird year for video games as coronavirus-driven delays sweep through the industry. Here's every major date change that's been announced so far.
Get this HP gaming PC for only $550 while stock lasts
The HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop, equipped with the AMD Ryzen 3 processor, is available from HP for just $550 after a $100 discount to its original price of $650.
Our most anticipated Xbox Series X games of 2022
Microsoft is bringing more exclusives in 2022 thanks to Bethesda and Xbox Game Pass.
Sonic Frontiers’ open-world pivot is exactly what the series needs
Sonic has been through more evolutions than any game character, but open-world may be the perfect next step for him.
Our most anticipated PlayStation 5 games of 2022
PS5 owners are in for a treat in 2022 as Sony prepares for PlayStation's biggest year yet.
Our most anticipated Nintendo Switch games of 2022
Nintendo Switch fans are in for a treat in 2022, with new Zelda, Kirby, and Splatoon games leading a loaded year.
Disney Melee Mania is the perfect way to introduce your kids to MOBAs
Disney Melee Mania simplifies gaming's most complicated genre, creating a perfect gateway game for kids.
The pandemic forced fighting games to grow up in 2021
Fighting games finally saw growth in recent years, despite being a genre left in the dark ages for so long.
This incredible ultrawide curved gaming monitor is up to $600 off at Newegg
It's not every day that the Odyssey G9 Series Gaming Monitor gets $600 knocked off its price, but Newegg has done it, so grab it now.
How to connect a PS4 controller to a PC
Take a look at our step-by-step guide for how to connect a PS4 controller to a PC and how to troubleshoot all the problems that might come up along the way.
Halo Infinite: All skull locations and effects
If Halo Infinite is already too easy for you, or you just want an excuse to explore the lush Halo landscape, here's all the skull locations and their effects.
How to level grind in Final Fantasy XIV
Leveling in Final Fantasy XIV only seems to get easier as the cap keeps going higher. We outline how to level grind and the best and worst ways to do it fast.
Got a gaming PC? This $79 Razer starter kit will level up your setup
Level up your gaming PC setup with the Razer Power Up Gaming Bundle V2, which includes a mouse, keyboard, pad, and headset for just $79 after a $91 discount.
Twitch viewers watched way more video game streams in 2021
Both Twitch and Facebook Gaming saw a nearly 50% increase in the number of hours watched on each platform this year.
This conceptual mouse has a crazy idea for storing your games
XPG, a brand known for its gaming accessories, recently revealed the XPG Vault, a new USB-C mouse with an SSD built right inside.
What makes an open world game ‘Breath of the Wild-like?’
Breath of the Wild has become a go-to comparison for new games, but not all open world games borrow Zelda's design cues.
Best Buy is having a 24-hour FLASH SALE on gaming accessories
With Best Buy's amazing 24-hour flash sale on gaming gear, including some of the best from Logitech and Razor, you can't go wrong.
Call of Duty: Warzone Pacific is too complicated for its own good
Call of Duty: Warzone Pacific introduces a laundry list of fresh ideas, but ultimately feels overwhelming, and too complicated for its own good.
Halo Infinite has what it takes to thrive as an esports game
Halo Infinite has me excited for esports for the first time in over a decade, unlike MOBAs or other first-person shooters.
How to upgrade your PS4 hard drive
SSDs are much faster than the mechanical HDDs that all PS4 models come with out of the box. We‘ll show you how to upgrade your Sony PS4 hard drive to an SSD.
How to gameshare on PS4
Gamesharing has become a staple in the gaming world. It saves money and lets you try out new games before purchasing. Here's how you can gameshare with a PS4.
How to trade with other trainers in Pokémon Go
You can now trade Pokémon with your friends in Pokémon Go, but there are a few rules you'll have to follow in order to start trading. Here's how it works.
How to delete and reinstall games on your Xbox One
With large game file sizes, you'll almost certainly have to delete an Xbox One game at some point. But reinstalling it is easier than you might think.
How to set up a virtual private network (VPN) on your Xbox One
Online privacy is more important now than it's ever been, even in gaming. Here's how to set up a VPN on your Xbox One so you safely game in anonymity.
How to hack an NES Classic to play more than 700 games
Despite only shipping with 30 games, the NES Classic is basically an emulator in a box. Here's how to hack a NES Classic to play most games on the system.
Halo Infinite is getting a holiday-themed event today
Halo Infinite's Winter Contingency event runs from December 21 to January 4, 2021.
How to play co-op in Super Mario Maker 2
Super Mario Maker 2 features local co-op and online multiplayer action. Our quick guide will walk you through how to play with your friends locally or online.
PSA: Set up your console gifts before the holidays begin
Creating accounts and downloading updates before giving a console as a gift is the key to winning the holidays.
How to set up Xbox Game Streaming and play games on your phone
Want to play your Xbox One and Series X/S games on your phone or PC no matter where you are? Now you can thanks to Xbox Remote Play. Here's how to get started.
How to transfer data from one Nintendo Switch to another
It isn't easy, but you can transfer most files from one Nintendo Switch to another, including saves, games, screenshots, and video clips. Here's how to do it.
How to stream on PS4
The PS4 has streaming capabilities built-in, but a capture card can deliver higher-quality video. Here's how to stream on PS4 to Twitch, YouTube, and more.
How to get a blank name in Among Us
InnerSloth has patched out blank names for Among Us online play, but we've outlined all the steps for hiding your name for local games on PC, iOS, and Android.
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