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Skip the RGB Tax: boring is better value for money if you want a gaming PC
By Jason England published
As gaming desktops get more expensive, I'm on the hunt for ways to save yourself some more money. One tip is very clear: go boring.

Half-Life 3 and Steam Machine could be delayed — and you can blame the RAM price crisis for that
By Darragh Murphy published
Half-Life 3 is tipped to be the Steam Machine's big launch game, but Valve may be putting the brakes on its upcoming gaming PC's release, and it's all thanks to the RAM crisis.

Microsoft promises to improve PC gaming in 2026, but will it be enough to topple Steam?
By Tony Polanco published
Microsoft has improved gaming on Windows this year but it has even bigger plans for 2026.

How to get Xbox Full Screen Experience on any Windows 11 PC — even if you don't have the option in settings
By Jason England last updated
Anyone can now turn their Windows 11 PC into a (sort of) games console with Xbox Full Screen Experience! Here's how to do it.

Don’t expect console pricing for Valve’s Steam Machine — unless it’s a PS5 Pro
By Lloyd Coombes published
Valve's new console/PC hybrid will aim to price similarly to building your own PC.

Steam Machine vs PS5 vs Xbox Series X/S vs Mac mini: How does Valve's new console compare?
By Jason England published
The Steam Machine is not quite a console and not quite a gaming PC. It’s the best of both worlds, and I’ve compared it to the PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Mac mini to prove it.

I might ditch my gaming PC for the Steam Machine — here's why
By Tony Polanco published
Valve just announced the Steam Machine, and if its claims are true, then it could cause some folks to consider getting it over a gaming PC. Here's why I'm considering making the switch.

Steam Machine console challenges PS5 and Xbox — 6x more powerful than Steam Deck
By Tony Polanco published
Valve is entering the home console space with the new Steam Machine and Steam Controller. Here's everything you need to know.
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