How Xbox controllers have changed in the last 25 years
Every Xbox controller has the familiar ABXY buttons and offset thumbsticks. But Microsoft has slowly evolved the controller over its quarter-century life.
By Dave Meikleham 35 min ago Read More
Nintendo reveals its latest Switch 2 bundles just ahead of the console's price increase
Let this serve as a reminder that the Switch 2 is getting more expensive next week.
By Kris Holt 3 hours ago Read More
ASUS is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its gaming division with the ROG XBOX Ally X20
The big upgrade on the 20th anniversary ROG XBOX Ally X20 is a larger 7.4-inch OLED display.
By Sam Rutherford 5 hours ago Read More
The only GameCube that could play CDs and DVDs is rarely found below $1,000 today
This isn't your run-of-the-mill GameCube, and its value has skyrocketed over the years. Here's what it did and how to identify it.
By Will Shanklin 23 hours ago Read More
CDPR is aiming to release The Witcher 4 in 2028
CDPR's co-CEO called The Witcher 4"our biggest, boldest and most ambitious game to date."
By Lawrence Bonk 23 hours ago Read More
Does Analogue 3D really make retro games 4K? Here's what you should know
The Analogue 3D does a great job at upscaling old N64 games, with a few caveats.
By Thomas Godwin 2 days ago Read More
Is a liquid-cooled PC worth it?
Air cooling is reliable, while liquid cooling is visually slick. Which one you should use depends on how heavy you game on your system.
By Dave Meikleham 2 days ago Read More
Is Nintendo Switch Online still worth it in 2026?
Nintendo Switch Online upgrades your experience with online play and a lot of other perks, but should you shell out for it?
By Ben Stegner 3 days ago Read More
You might want to skip using a Bluetooth headset for a better gaming experience
Bluetooth pales in comparison to 2.4GHz and wired headsets for gaming. You should pick another option to avoid its latency and other drawbacks.
By Gabriela Vătu 3 days ago Read More
Before you buy a used GameCube, check for this common issue
If you buy the wrong GameCube console, you may not get to play all the games you want to play. Here's what to look for.
By Ben Stegner 3 days ago Read More
Darkest Dungeon DLC, a BioShock-style shooter with clowns and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, Mixtape on Mac, Tetris Effect-style pachinko and a platformer with randomized controls.
By Kris Holt 3 days ago Read More
Take-Two subpoenas Discord and Microsoft in hunt for GTA VI leaker
The company is searching for leakers ahead of GTA's November release.
By Ian Carlos Campbell 4 days ago Read More
HyperX's first open-back gaming headset brings the bass
The Cloud Alpha Air is reasonably priced at $150 and sports super comfy earpads.
By Sam Rutherford 5 days ago Read More
Riot is ending active development of 2XKO in December
The fighting game will still receive content updates through October 2026.
By Ian Carlos Campbell 5 days ago Read More
How to watch Gamescom's Opening Night Live showcase
The two-hour stream will feature Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day and The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past.
By Kris Holt 5 days ago Read More
A trailer for the Golden Axe animated series is full of self-referencing jokes
The adaptation of Sega's classic games hits Paramount+ on September 16.
By Kris Holt 5 days ago Read More
Valve Steam Frame videos show how to wear the headset, perfect the fit and sign in
Eight leaked Steam Frame videos are informative and kinda silly.
By Jessica Conditt 6 days ago Read More
Mattel is releasing a full-scale building brick set of the original Xbox
The $330 Xbox building set includes a controller that interacts with three game-inspired dioramas.
By Kris Holt 6 days ago Read More
Deus Ex and Dishonored designer Harvey Smith has a new studio making immersive sims
New gaming studio Black Pony Immersive has veterans from Arkane, Insomniac and Epic.
By Jessica Conditt 6 days ago Read More
IKEA is teasing some Xbox... things
Who wouldn't want to rest their tush on a green Xbox logo cushion?
By Will Shanklin 6 days ago Read More
Guerrilla is reportedly overhauling Horizon Hunters Gathering to make it more of a traditional co-op game
Yet another Sony live-service game seems to be in trouble after reports of poor player feedback.
By Kris Holt 6 days ago Read More
GTA 6 gameplay leaked ahead of its new trailer, and Rockstar is taking down the videos
Two legit-seeming clips and a world map are out there, if you know where to look.
By Kris Holt 7 days ago Read More
NVIDIA GeForce Now adds Firefox support on Windows
NVIDIA GeForce Now adds Firefox support on Windows.
By Kris Holt 7 days ago Read More
PlayStation's $220 Pulse Elevate wireless speakers arrive November 12
PlayStation's $220 Pulse Elevate wireless speakers arrive November 12.
By Kris Holt 7 days ago Read More