Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Gaming

Gaming

Chai points a finger gun at a robot in Hi-Fi Rush.

The best video games of January 2023: Hi-Fi Rush, Dead Space, and more

From creative action games like Hi-Fi Rush to JRPGs like One Piece Odyssey, don't miss these great January games.
Nintendo Switch

How to charge a Nintendo Switch controller

It can get messy when you have to figure out how to charge one of the many Nintendo Switch controller options out there, but here's a simple guide to help.
Jazz Chisholm's cover art for MLB The Show 23.

MLB The Show 23 returns to Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch this March

MLB The Show 23 will be available across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo consoles for the second year in a row
Jinx fires her special weapon in Legends of Runeterra key art.

Legends of Runeterra 2023 road map outlined by Riot Games

Legends of Runeterra will get significant updates every month throughout the rest of 2023
SteelSeries Arctis 7P headset.

The best PS5 headsets for 2023

Our guide to the best wireless and wired headsets for the PS5 will have you ready for the most immersive experiences and best team chat quality in the world.
SpongeBob dive kicks in The Cosmic Shake.

Spongebob Squarepants: The Cosmic Shake: health upgrade locations

If you're looking to add some additional pairs of underoos to Spongebob's health pool, you won't want to miss the game's couple of hidden health upgrades
Spongebob Squarepants in his karate outfit.

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake review: a platformer for all ages

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake isn't a revolutionary 3D platformer, but it accomplishes everything it needs to as a fun all-ages game.
The heroes of Hi-Fi Rush stand together.

Hi-Fi Rush review: top-tier Xbox exclusive delivers style and substance

Hi-Fi Rush is 2023's first true game of the year contender, delivering an unforgettable rhythm-action experience.
Pedro Pascal with his finger to his mouth telling someone to be quiet in a scene from The Last of Us on HBO Max.

Even HBO’s The Last of Us can’t fully master the video game adaptation

HBO's The Last of Us sets a new gold standard for video game adaptations, but some of the game's power is still lost in translation.
beat saber star wars day

The best Meta Quest 2 games

The Oculus Quest offers a fantastic virtual reality experience without the need for a gaming PC. These are the best Oculus Quest games available right now.
Someone holding the 12.9-inch version of the iPad Pro (2022).

The best iPad Pro games in 2023: the 26 best ones to play

With its large screen, the iPad Pro is great for gaming. We've rounded up some of the best iPad Pro games around, from strategy games to shooters.
Horizon Call of the Mountain key art.

7 PlayStation VR2 launch window games you’ll want to grab on day one

If you're looking to pick up PlayStation VR2 next month, you'll want to grab these games on day one.
nintendo switch five year cycle fire emblem engage characters

Fire Emblem Engage class guide: class skills, strengths, and weaknesses

With dozens of options of classes to pick from, it can be hard to know which ones are best. Let's run through some of the best options for each type to go for.
A Nintendo Switch connected to the internet.

The best game-streaming services for 2023

Game streaming is still in its infancy but is evolving quickly as technology progresses. This list features the best game-streaming services to try in 2023.
The Spawnies logo appears on an orange background.

The Spawnies are reimagining what a video game awards show looks like

Spawn On Me creator Kahlief Adams explains what sets The Spawnies apart from other video game award shows.
A hand holds a DualSense Edge.

PlayStation 5 DualSense Edge review: a true pro PS5 controller, for a price

The DualSense Edge is a true pro controller for PS5 players, though its high price point makes some of its shortcomings sting.
Ellie stares at Joel and Tess in the The Last of Us TV show.

The Last of Us TV show will return for Season 2 at HBO

Yes, a second season of HBO's The Last of Us TV adaptation is already in the works.
A samurai swipes a sword in Like a Dragon: Ishin!

Like a Dragon: Ishin! makes the traditional Yakuza format even better

We taught kids geography and tracked down a mochi thief in a hilarious two-hour demo of Like a Dragon: Ishin!
An Elgato 4K60 Pro capture card in a gaming rig.

The best capture cards for 2023: Xbox, PlayStation, and PC

One of the best capture cards will help you stream or record your gameplay at the highest possible quality. Here are the capture devices we recommend in 2023.
Characters shooting enemies in Warzone 2.0.

Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 Season 2 will finally fix its looting system

Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 Season 2's latest patch will address its looting and inventory management.
nintendo switch five year cycle fire emblem engage characters

Fire Emblem Engage gift guide: every character’s favorite gifts

Giving them something they don't like will lower their level, so make sure to consult this guide on the best gifts for each character in Fire Emblem Engage.
Main character attacking with melee weapon.

How to eliminate enemies with no ranged weapons in Fortnite

A new Fortnite challenge for defeating an opponent without having a ranged weapon in your inventory has stumped players. Here's how it works.
A character stands with her ring hero in Fire Emblem Engage.

How to romance characters in Fire Emblem Engage

Here's everything you need to know about how romance works, and if there are restrictions based on which gender you play as, in Fire Emblem Engage.
Issac Clarke flying through machinery in Dead Space remake.

Dead Space review: respectful remake keeps the series’ legacy safe

The new Dead Space remake doesn't add much to the original experience, but it still holds up as a genre classic.
The main character of Season: A Letter to the Future stands in a field of purple flowers.

Season: A Letter to the Future review: an unforgettable meditation on memory

Season: A Letter to the Future is a gorgeous indie adventure that you won't want to rush through.
Sakamoto Ryōma holds a sword in Like a Dragon: Ishin!

Like a Dragon: Ishin’s Trooper Cards are full of cameos, including Rahul Kohli

Like a Dragon: Ishin introduces a new Trooper Card system, which features cameos from actors like Rahul Kohli.
A man playing with a PS VR headset and Move controllers.

The best PSVR games for 2023

PlayStation VR is one of the most accessible VR headsets available, and it's home to a slew of fantastic games. These are the best PSVR games you should play.
A frog stands on a robot's shoulders in Shoulders of Giants.

Shoulders of Giants brings mascot-era nostalgia to the roguelite genre

Shoulders of Giants plays like a long-lost PlayStation platformer standing on a modern roguelite's shoulders.
Playing Words With Friends on a smartphone.

How to cheat in Words With Friends

You dirty little liar. Are you considering cheating in Words With Friends? All right, well, we'll help you.
the elder scrolls online shadow over morrowind 2023 updates

The Elder Scrolls Online’s 2023 updates bring players back to Morrowind

The Elder Scrolls Online's Shadow Over Morrowind adds new PvE dungeons, a new class, and more.
The heroes of Hi-Fi Rush stand together.

Xbox just surprise announced and released a stylish new Game Pass title

Hi-Fi Rush is a new rhythm action game from Tango Gameworks, and you won't have to wait long to play it.
best fire emblem games marth

The best Fire Emblem games, ranked from best to worst

The excellent Fire Emblem series has been available in North America for more than 15 years. Here are all the games released to date, ranked from best to worst.
A screen capture from the Redfall gameplay reveal.

Redfall’s May 2 release date revealed during Developer_Direct

Arkane Studios and Bethesda confirmed a May 2 release date for Redfall at today's Developer_Direct Showcase.
Frey using magic in Forspoken.

I can’t believe I’m recommending Forspoken on PS5 over PC

Forspoken's PC port includes additional features over the PS5 version, but you should stick with the console release if you want a smooth experience.
Section Editor, Gaming

Giovanni is a writer and video producer focusing on happenings in the video game industry. He has contributed stories to Inverse, Fanbyte, The Inventory, and more. He was previously a segment producer on Polygon’s daily gaming show Speedrun and he currently hosts the Left Trigger Right Trigger podcast. Four Tetris 99 wins, and counting.