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A Steam Deck OLED sits on a table.

Steam Deck OLED review: Valve’s refreshed handheld made me a believer

The Steam Deck OLED upgrade fixes just about every glaring problem Valve's experimental first draft had.
Ezio sneaks up on a guard with a crossbow in Assassin's Creed Nexus VR.

Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR turned me into a sociopath (and I love it)

Assassin's Creed Nexus VR isn't just a great VR game; it's Ubisoft's best game in years.
Kiryu punches an enemy in Yakuza style in Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name.

You have to see this chaotic Like a Dragon-themed wrestling match

Like a Dragon turned into a real-life wrestling match last night, and it was every bit as chaotic as you're expecting.
Mario, Mallow, and Bowser sit in a clown car in Super Mario RPG.

Super Mario RPG review: kid-friendly remake dulls cult classic’s edges

Super Mario RPG is a charming ode to one of Mario's most creative adventures, though its not necessarily a better version of it.
An Atari 2600+ sits on a table.

The Atari 2600+ is a retro console blueprint that everyone should follow

The Atari 2600+ isn't just another retro cash-in; it's a true time machine that recreates what it felt like to game in the 1980s.
Trevor and Angela stand tall in American Arcadia.

American Arcadia review: ingenious spy thriller is a can’t-miss November game

American Arcadia has all the makings of an indie hit, with some biting social satire and inventive puzzle-platforming.
Sony's Pulse Explore earbuds sit next to a Nintendo Switch OLED.

Sony’s new PlayStation earbuds are a perfect match — for my Nintendo Switch

Sony's Pulse Explore wireless earbuds are built with PlayStation 5 and PS Portal in mind, but they're a better match for the Nintendo Switch OLED.
Legion Glasses sit on a table next to the Legion Go.

I got Legion Glasses for gaming, but I’m actually using them for ASMR

Lenovo's Legion Glasses are a niche luxury for gamers, but it turns our they're perfect for something much more specific: ASMR.
Sonic dashes away from a crab in Sonic Dream Team.

The next great Sonic the Hedgehog game may be hiding on Apple Arcade

We went hands-on with Sonic Dream Team, a promising Apple Arcade title that takes some surprising cues from Mario.
The new slimmer PS5 models.

The new 1TB PS5 has more usable storage space than the Xbox Series X

The new PlayStation 5 model has a 1TB drive, but how much of that is usable? Here's how the numbers compare to the 2020 PS5 and the Xbox Series X.
A Legion Go sits on a table with its controllers dethatched.

Lenovo Legion Go review: portable PC takes the right ideas from Nintendo Switch

The Legion Go's innovative features help it stand out, even if it's not the most practical portable PC out there.
El Gigante raises its foot over Leon in Resident Evil 4.

Resident Evil 4, Death Stranding barely miss a step on iPhone and iPad

Apple's push into gaming is about to get more serious, as demos for both Resident Evil 4 and Death Stranding on the iPad and iPhone 15 left us impressed
Final Fantasy VII Remake running on the Steam Deck.

Steam Deck review: an experimental handheld that keeps improving

The Steam Deck is an incredibly powerful portable gaming device that's only improved since its launch.
Trevor firing an assault rifle in GTA 5.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is getting its first trailer sooner than you think

The wait is nearly over: Rockstar officially confirmed that the first Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer drops next month.
A dragon flies through the sky in World of Warcraft Catclysm Classic.

Everything announced at BlizzCon 2023: Diablo 4 DLC, Cataclysm Classic, and more

BlizzCon 2023's opening ceremony was packed with announcements, from Diablo 4's first DLC to a huge new World of Warcraft saga. Here's everything we saw.
A woman plays Vampire Survivors on a Steam Deck.

The $5 indie hit Vampire Survivors is about to get even better

Indie hit Vampire Survivors is expanding once again with a free, story-driven Adventures mode.
Guardians stand together in Destiny 2: The Final Shape key art.

Bungie plots Destiny 2: The Final Shape overhaul in wake of mass layoffs

After a mass layoff earlier this week, Bungie now says it has a bigger, bolder vision for Destiny 2: The Final Shape.
1K looks at a cliff in The Talos Principle 2.

The Talos Principle 2 review: spirituality meets science in standout puzzle sequel

The Talos Principle 2 builds on its predecessor's philosophical core to create one of the year's best, and toughest, puzzle games.
Mario, Mallow, Bowser, and Geno stare off-screen in Super Mario RPG.

Super Mario RPG is halfway between a remaster and remake

A new combat twist and delightful cinematics stole the show in our first three hours with Super Mario RPG.
Jala assumes a flirty pose in Thirsty Suitors.

Thirsty Suitors review: if you like Scott Pilgrim, check out this stylish indie

Thirsty Suitors tells a nuanced adult coming-of-age story told through RPG battles, cooking, and skateboarding.
Wario and his friends appear in WarioWare: Move It! key art.

WarioWare: Move It! review: a perfect Switch launch game, six years later

WarioWare: Move It! is the series' most joyfully fun entry since the Wii's multiplayer classic WarioWare: Smooth Moves.
Mario and friends zip through a race course in Mario Kart 8.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’s final DLC brings the series most iconic track

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's final Booster Course DLC is bringing several classic tracks back, including the best version of Rainbow Road.
An Ikran flies over Pandora in Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora’s intricate open-world is worthy of the films

We played two hours of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, getting a great feel for its gorgeous recreation of Pandora.
Saga fights off a Taken in Alan Wake 2.

How to turn off those pesky Epic Games Store achievement pop-ups in Alan Wake 2

Tired of pesky Epic Games Store achievement notifications scaring you during Alan Wake 2? Kill them with this quick hack.
Alan Wake stands in front of a movie theater in Alan Wake 2.

Alan Wake 2 review: Remedy’s endlessly creative sequel embraces its dark side

Alan Wake 2 is a crowning achievement for developer Remedy, even if its held back by some frustrating gameplay quirks.
Wiggler in Super Mario Bros. Wonder

Super Mario Bros. Wonder has some of Nintendo’s best online features

If you're playing Super Mario Bros. Wonder, don't sleep on its surprisingly great online multiplayer features.
Solid Snake and Raiden hold weapons in Metal Gear Solid 2.

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection continues the series’ endless relevance

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 could not have dropped at a better, or more sobering, moment.
Bowser terrorizes Mario and company in Super Mario Wonder.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder didn’t need a Nintendo Switch 2 to look fantastic

The Nintendo Switch's hardware may be outdated, but Super Mario Bros. Wonder shows just how much mileage games can still get out of it.
Miles checking his phone in spider-man 2.

Don’t ignore Spider-Man 2’s side missions. They’re the best parts of the game

While you may be tempted to blaze through Marvel's Spider-Man 2, you don't want to miss its fantastic side missions.
A cartoon orb does a Crossword puzzle in Puzzmo art.

If you love Wordle and Connections, Puzzmo may be your next daily obsession

Puzzmo turns a daily newspaper puzzle page into a free daily game hub that Wordle and Connections fans will adore.
Dolls sit at a table in The 7th Guest VR.

The 7th Guest VR review: a spooky ’90s remake just in time for Halloween

The 7th Guest VR totally reimagines a 90s PC classic, though you'll have to wrestle with some clumsy VR controls to appreciate it.
Mario, Luigi, Peach and Yoshi in Super Mario Bros.: Wonder key art.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder review: the series’ best 2D adventure since Super Mario World

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is packed with delightful surprises that make for one of the best 2D Mario games in decades.
A driver races a car in Forza Motorsport.

I know nothing about cars and even I’m obsessed with Forza Motorsport

It doesn't matter if you love cars or can't drive at all: Forza Motorsport's delicate gameplay makes it the ultimate chill out game.
Peter and Miles leap in the air in Marvel's Spider-Man 2.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 review: amazing becomes ultimate in standout superhero sequel

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 enhances everything that made its predecessors great in a more nuanced superhero sequel.