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Steam rolls out Personal Calendar feature that constantly updates recommended games
You can try out the new feature on the Steam store’s homepage.
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Which services can you safely disable to improve PC gaming?
A lot of what Windows does out of the box isn't essential, and can waste your computer's power when you're trying to game.
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A new subscription service promises an evolving collection of 'bold and bizarre' indie games
Publisher Pantaloon says the Playbill won't feature games that use generative AI in any way.
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How long can you expect your original Steam Deck to last?
The original Steam Deck has been around for a while, but unless you only play the heaviest games, it should be great for some time more.
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Don't throw away your old graphics card — here's what you can do with it
An old GPU has lots of potential for a second life, from adding more horsepower to your current machine to crafting a purpose-built second one.
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Should you limit your FPS in games? Here's when it makes sense
While it's natural to want to get as many fps from your rig as possible, there are reasons to limit frame output from your GPU.
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These 6 retro sites let you relive the glory days of 2000s Flash games
Flash hasn't been around for over half a decade, but thanks to archivists, you can still enjoy this era of the internet.
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Steam Achievement Sets will stop DLCs from ruining your 100 percent record
Steam has launched Achievement Sets in beta.
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How to boost your GPU performance without buying a new one
With an older GPU, you'll need to go without some of the fancy features, but you can still enjoy high frame rates with the right changes.
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What is ray tracing in gaming and does it really make a difference?
Ray tracing makes light's behavior more realistic in supported games, but your PC has to use a lot of horsepower to make that happen.
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Razer’s Basilisk V4 Pro gaming mouse features a new tilt wheel and up to 275 hours of battery life
The company also released the V4 Hyperspeed and a charging dock.
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4 simple benchmarks to test your PC's performance
PC benchmarks let you figure out exactly how your GPU, CPU and other components are performing so you don't have to guess.
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Can a MacBook handle heavy games? Here's what you should know
macOS is now a far healthier platform for gaming than it was just a few years ago, but it can't compete with Windows in many ways.
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When is it worth getting a sound card for your PC?
Whether or not adding a sound card makes sense really depends on how you're regularly using your PC.
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What causes screen tearing and how can you fix it?
Screen tearing is a distracting and ugly problem, but you have several ways to combat it to keep your games running smoothly.
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Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light remasters are getting free next-gen updates this month
Take a trip down memory lane with the first two games in the series.
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The reason why prebuilt PCs might be a better buy in 2026
Building a PC has long provided a better value while letting you get exactly what you want. But off-the-shelf PCs can be more affordable in today's climate.
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How much VRAM should you look for in a graphics card?
Graphics card prices are one of many victims of the memory shortage, but how much VRAM do you need to future-proof your setup?
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How to improve your FPS for better gaming (without buying new hardware)
Frame rates and graphical fidelity have an inverse relationship, so making your games look a little less beautiful runs them much better.
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What does anti-aliasing actually do to your PC games?
Anti-aliasing is an important settings for PC games, but not all methods that achieve the goal of smoother edges work the same way.
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How to enter VR mode on Steam
If you've bought a VR headset and already installed Steam, it only takes a few minutes to get everything set up and ready for gaming in virtual reality.
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Wired vs. wireless keyboards: Is there really a difference in performance?
Wireless keyboards introduce convenience and portability, but they can't quite keep up with wired keyboards in some cases.
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How to use Xbox mode on your Windows PC
Xbox mode is akin to Big Picture Mode, where you get a gaming-friendly interface that works well with a controller.
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Wired vs wireless gaming mouse: is there really a difference in performance?
In the past, choosing between a wired and a wireless gaming mouse may have meant accepting a number of tradeoffs. These days, there's very little between them.
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Valve’s Steam Frame VR headset starts at $1,059 and ships with Half Life: Alyx
Valve has unveiled pricing for its new VR headset, and like the Steam Machine, it's bound to be controversial.
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