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Nintendo Switch 2 is launching soon, here's everything we know so far
Expect to get the full lowdown during a Nintendo Direct on April 2.
Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: Oops, I fell in love with an archdemon
Campy, relatable, gruesome and gorgeous.
MSI Claw 8 AI+ review: This cat got its bite back
After a rough go with the original 7-inch Claw, MSI has totally redeemed itself with its second-gen gaming handheld.
AMD Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT review: Hitting NVIDIA where it hurts
They're the best midrange GPUs from AMD in years.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 review: Basically a 4070 Ti that’s better at 4K
It leans heavily on DLSS 4 frame generation, but it’s not a huge upgrade otherwise.
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The 5 best mechanical keyboards for 2025
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The best VR headsets for 2025
Virtual reality is here, and there's never been a better time to snag a VR headset.
The best gaming accessories on a budget for 2025
PC gaming keyboards, headsets and mice that won't hurt your bottom line.
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Mario Day deals include a Switch OLED that comes with Super Mario Bros. Wonder for $349
Nintendo’s annual celebration of Mario, Mar10 Day, is here. To celebrate, there are discounts on Switch OLED bundles and plenty of games.
Lawrence Bonk21 minutes ago
You can now play Donkey Kong ‘94 through Nintendo Switch Online
The 1994 Game Boy game was added to the Nintendo Switch Online library of classic games, along with Mario's Picross.
Cheyenne MacDonald14 hours ago
How to watch Games Done Quick's Frost Fatales speedrunning event from March 9
The week of festivities kicks off on Sunday, March 9. It wastes no time on easy fare, beginning with a speedrun of the punishing Cuphead.
Will Shanklin03.07.2025
Nintendo Switch 2 is launching soon, here's everything we know so far
The Nintendo Switch 2 is coming in 2025. Here are all of the confirmed details, rumors and speculation regarding the upcoming console.
The Nintendo Switch 2 will feature WiFi 6 and offer NFC support, per the FCC
FCC filings indicate that the Nintendo Switch 2 will have WiFi 6 and NFC support. The latter feature could prove ongoing integration with Amiibo figurines.
Lawrence Bonk03.07.2025
A big Playdate sale discounts 13 of our favorite games
Panic is hosting another sale on Playdate games until March 10 to celebrate the second anniversary of the handheld's Catalog store.
Ian Carlos Campbell03.06.2025
Prime Gaming's March freebies include Saints Row: The Third and Mafia II remasters
Amazon has revealed the list of PC games that Prime members can snag at no extra cost in March.
Kris Holt03.06.2025
The MagicX Zero 40 handheld features a vertical display for DS emulation
The MagicX Zero 40 handheld console boasts a vertical display that’s perfect for emulating Nintendo DS games. It’s expected to release in April for $75.
Lawrence Bonk03.06.2025
Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: Oops, I fell in love with an archdemon
Everything about Sorry We’re Closed sets my little punk heart ablaze, from its low-poly 3D graphics and banging original soundtrack, to its casually epic storyline starring heartbroken club kids and horny demons.
Jessica Conditt03.06.2025
Cities: Skylines II 'will not have a release before summer' on console, team says
The latest chapter in the troubled tale of Cities: Skylines II won't be ending any time soon, with no firm timeline yet for its console port.
Anna Washenko03.05.2025
8410084100MSI Claw 8 AI+ review: This cat got its bite back
Even though its first gaming handheld was a flop, MSI didn't give up and returned with a strong contender for one of the most powerful portable PCs on the market.
Sam Rutherford03.05.2025
Sony opens an official PS5 rental service in the UK
Sony is trying to lower the barrier for entry to the PlayStation 5 with an official leasing option in the UK.
Kris Holt03.05.2025
8210082100AMD Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT review: Hitting NVIDIA where it hurts
AMD’s Radeon 9070 is a solid mid-range GPU with excellent support for 1440p gaming and a bit of 4K.
Devindra Hardawar03.05.2025
GTA V finally gets its 'next-gen' update on PC, three years after consoles
Rockstar Games has released a PC update with features that for several years had only been available to the latest console generation.
Anna Washenko03.04.2025
Sony is streamlining its PlayStation beta programs with a single sign-up
The Beta Program at PlayStation is a one-stop sign-up shop if you'd like to try out games, PS5 features and more.
Kris Holt03.04.2025
The dev behind Streets of Rage 4 is making an original beat-'em-up
Dotemu, the developer behind Shredder’s Revenge and Streets of Rage 4 is back with an original IP. Absolum is an old-school beat-‘em-up with roguelike elements.
Lawrence Bonk03.04.2025
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 arrives on July 11
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, a remake of the old skateboarding games, will be available on July 11. It will feature new skaters, new tricks and new skate parks.
Mariella Moon03.04.2025
Acclaim is back from the ashes to support indie games and revive its own classic franchises
The legendary publisher will back indie developers with funding and marketing while bringing back its own gaming franchises (hopefully including NBA Jam).
Kris Holt03.04.2025
7710077100NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 review: Basically a 4070 Ti that’s better at 4K
The RTX 5070 excels at 1440p gaming, and it does a decent job at 4K. But it’s not a major upgrade over the RTX 4070, and it’s even less impressive in games that don’t support DLSS. With just 12GB of RAM, it’s also not nearly as future-proof as the 5070 Ti.
Devindra Hardawar03.04.2025
Alienware boosts its 34-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor to 240Hz
Alienware has launched a new 34-inch widescreen QD-OLED monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate that may tempt serious gamers.
Steve Dent03.04.2025