Final Xbox Live Gold games include a free hidden gem worth downloading
Microsoft announced the final two free Xbox Live Gold games and one of them is a true hidden gem.
Look out Super Smash Bros. Melee. Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl is getting a sequel
GameMill announced Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, a sequel to the 2021 fighting game tha adds fighters like Squidward and Jimmy Neutron.
Disney Illusion Island review: charming Disney platformer is perfect for kids
Disney Illusion Island features several design choices that make it a great introduction to the Metroidvania genre, although it lacks depth.
You have to see the original Twisted Metal’s lost live-action endings
The new Twisted Metal show isn't the series' first foray into live-action. Feast your eyes on the PS1 original's bizarre lost endings.
Pokémon Sleep shows the power and pitfalls of a gamified health app
One adorable week with Pokémon Sleep left me with some complicated questions about gamification in health apps.
Is Fortnite down? Updates and matchmaking status on July 26
Fortnite servers are experiencing a whole bunch of problems today. Here's the latest on the battle royale game's status.
How to view all purchased games on PS5
All of your purchased games are hidden away just a bit off the main menu on the PS5. We'll tell you where you can find and download them whenever you'd like.
Watch a full match of League of Legends fighting game Project L
Project L's Duo Play system lets two players fight on the same tag team in this 2v2 free-to-play League of Legends fighting game.
The best weapons in Modern Warfare 2: every gun ranked
There's no shortage of weapons to choose from in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, but which ones are the best? These are all the weapons in the game, ranked.
PS Plus subscribers can get PS4’s most underrated exclusive for free next month
PS Plus Essential subscribers can get Dreams, Death's Door, and PGA Tour 2K23 for free this month.
How to remove a PS5 faceplate and install a new one
The PlayStation 5 comes in white by default, but you have the ability to change that with custom covers. We will walk you through this easy change.
All Xbox home screens are getting a PS5-style makeover starting today
All Xbox consoles are getting a fresh face-lift, with a home screen redesign reminiscent of the PS5's interface.
5 underrated Xbox Game Pass games you should play while you still can
Xbox Game Pass is loaded with hidden gems that are easy to miss. Here's 5 games that you should add to your backlog.
How to get the true ending in Pikmin 4
Don't stop playing Pikmin 4 just because you hit the credits. There's an entire post-game waiting for you that leads to the true ending. Here's how to get it.
How to connect a Nintendo Switch controller to your PC or Mac
Nintendo's Switch controllers -- the Joy-Cons and the Pro Controller -- use Bluetooth, which makes them compatible with your PC. Here's how to start using them.
The best puzzle games of all time
Test your mental abilities with these difficult yet fun puzzlers. From Lemmings to Baba Is You, we've chosen the best puzzle games across all of gaming history.
How to play Halo Infinite split-screen
It isn't perfect yet. If you want to play some old-school Halo with a friend side by side like the old days, here's how to set up split-screen in Halo Infinite.
How to get Yukong for free in Honkai: Star Rail 1.2
Honkai: Star Rail 1.2 added Skyfaring Commission leader Yukong as a free four-star character. Here's how you can get the fox-eared former pilot for free.
Is Disney Dreamlight Valley free to play?
Are you eager to create your character and move to the valley with all your favorite Disney characters? Disney Dreamlight Valley is going to be free, but when?
All Sims 4 cheat codes (for PC, Xbox, PS4, PS5)
Cheats can make the world of The Sims 4 even wackier and sometimes more fun. Whether you're on PC or console, these are the best cheats to use in The Sims 4.
Even if you love Dark Souls, you’re not ready for FromSoftware’s next game
We spent three hours playing FromSoftware's next game, Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon, and you're not ready for it.
One of 2023’s most anticipated RPGs is coming to PS Plus on day one
Sea of Stars will be part of PlayStation Plus Extra, PlayStation Plus Premium, and Xbox Game Pass when it launches in August.
Remnant 2 PC: change these graphics settings immediately
Remnant 2 is causing headaches for PC players already. Here are the best settings to optimize your performance in the game.
Amazon’s Blue Protocol has the potential to be my gateway MMO
Blue Protocol feels more like an action game than other MMOs, which is exactly what hooked me during a demo.
Ubisoft has every right to delete your games — even if it shouldn’t
Ubisoft isn't deleting your inactive account filled with games, but the outrage at that possibility still has merit.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III has seemingly leaked thanks to Monster
Activision acknowledged a leak revealing that 2023's Call of Duty game will be titled Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III.
Best Alienware Deals: Cheap gaming PCs, gaming laptops & accessories
Looking to get your game on and save money? Here are a handful of the best Alienware deals on laptops, monitors, and more.
How to play Pikmin 4 local co-op
Pikmin 4 has a few ways to play co-op with your friends, but they may not be exactly what you expect. Here's how to let a friend join you on this adventure.
Th best Oatchi skills to unlock in Pikmin 4
Oatchi is your new adorable companion in Pikmin 4 — and this dog (sort of) can learn plenty of new tricks. Here are the skills you should update first.
This 2TB game drive for PS5 and Xbox Series X is $100 off right now
The 2TB version of the Western Digital WD_Black D30 game drive, which is compatible with the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, is on sale from Best Buy for $140.
The best gear to buy in Pikmin 4
Gear will make your exploration much easier in Pikmin 4. Once you get access to The Lab, there are a lot of options to pick from. Here's the best gear to buy.
Xbox has new Ninja Turtles controllers … and they smell like pizza
Microsoft is giving away pizza-scented Xbox controllers to promote Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.
This HP gaming PC with an RTX 3060 Ti, 16GB of RAM is $450 off
The HP Omen 45L gaming desktop, which can run the best PC games with its Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics card and 16GB of RAM, is on sale from HP at $1,700.
This forgotten 1983 vinyl made Mario history, but it could never be created today
Before Mario even had his own game, four moonlighting musicians gave him a voice on an offbeat album from Nintendo’s wildest era.
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.