Marshall Honorof
Marshall Honorof is a senior editor for Tom's Guide, overseeing the site's coverage of gaming hardware and software. He comes from a science writing background, having studied paleomammalogy, biological anthropology, and the history of science and technology.
After earning a B.A. in Writing Seminars from Johns Hopkins University, Marshall started his journalism career at The Escapist as a news writer and game reviewer. Since then, he has covered a variety of topics for Tom’s Guide, including security, streaming and productivity.
Over the past decade, Marshall has helped establish Tom’s Guide as a top destination for gaming hardware reviews. After launching the site’s very first buying guide, which was about gaming mice, he branched off into keyboards, headsets, monitors, desktops, laptops and gaming consoles. So far, he has covered the launch of the PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, as well as the flagship games for each system.
Marshall is also a veteran of tech industry trade shows, having covered CES, E3, IFA, GDC, NYCC, PAX East, PAX West, SXSW and a variety of smaller events.
After hours, you can find him practicing taekwondo or doing deep dives on classic sci-fi. When he’s not reviewing games for work, he prefers to play RPGs and strategy titles.
Latest articles by Marshall Honorof
PS5 update adds 1440p output — with one big caveat
By Marshall Honorof published
PS5 users can now download a new software update, which introduces 1440p resolution. The feature won’t work with the system’s variable refresh rate, however.
Gigabyte M27Q X Gaming Monitor review
By Marshall Honorof published
The Gigabyte M27Q X Gaming Monitor looks great, runs well and doesn’t cost an exorbitant amount of money.
After Siege of Paris, I think I'm done with Assassin's Creed
By Marshall Honorof last updated
After playing Assassin's Creed: The Siege of Paris, I may be ready to put down the series for good.
Bad news, Halo Infinite fans: Split-screen co-op is dead
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Halo Infinite won't have a split-screen co-op mode, unlike its predecessors. However, you'll be able to play the campaign with friends online, starting on November 8.
5 ways Assassin’s Creed Mirage could fix the series
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Assassin’s Creed Mirage could represent a return to form for Ubisoft’s long-running series, if it’s willing to embrace stealthier gameplay, more grounded stories and a smaller explorable world.
Halo Infinite Season 2 delivers dozens of big changes
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Halo Infinite Season 2 is one of the most substantial additions to the game so far, with a new Battle Pass, story-driven multiplayer events and plenty of fixes.
Xbox Game Pass Friends and Family announced: What you need to know
By Marshall Honorof published
Microsoft has revealed pricing, availability and functionality details for the Xbox Game Pass Friends and Family plan. Right now, though, you have to live in either Colombia or Ireland to use it.
Fall gaming preview 2022: God of War Ragnarok, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and more
By Marshall Honorof last updated
With new entries in beloved series such as Overwatch, Bayonetta, Call of Duty, God of War and Pokémon, plus a handful of original titles, 2022 should have a robust fall gaming release schedule.
Call of Duty is officially coming to Xbox Game Pass — and PlayStation
By Marshall Honorof published
Microsoft has committed to adding beloved Activision Blizzard franchises to Xbox Game Pass, including Call of Duty, Overwatch and Diablo. But Call of Duty will retain parity across all platforms.
I just tried Xbox Game Pass on Samsung smart TVs — and it's nearly flawless
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Xbox Game Pass subscribers will soon be able to stream hundreds of games directly to Samsung Smart TVs, and the technology looks impressive so far.
Meta Quest 2 price hike is pure greed — and bad for VR
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Facebook has no excuse to plead poverty over the Meta Quest 2
Unlike PS5, Xbox and Switch won’t get price hikes — yet
By Marshall Honorof last updated
While the PS5 just underwent a substantial price hike all around the world, Microsoft and Nintendo have no plans to follow suit with the Xbox Series X/S and the Switch.
Help Me, Tom's Guide: Which Ergonomic Mouse Should I Buy?
By Marshall Honorof last updated
A good ergonomic mouse can alleviate pain from carpal tunnel syndrome, if you can find the right peripheral for your needs.
I used a vertical mouse for a week — here's what happened
By Marshall Honorof last updated
I used the Logitech Lift for a week, and learned that while vertical mice have their pros and cons, they aren’t for everyone.
The Switch could be an amazing retro console, so why isn’t it?
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Nintendo Switch will soon get 15 classic N64 games. But when it comes to NES, SNES and Game Boy titles, Nintendo’s handheld hybrid has a long way to go.
Nintendo Switch five years later: What we love and hate
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Nintendo Switch has delighted, and frustrated, gamers for five whole years. The Tom’s Guide staff discusses what we love about the handheld hybrid, and what still needs work.
The 10-year-old PlayStation Vita still beats the Nintendo Switch
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The PlayStation Vita never really took off for Sony, which is a shame, considering the system’s excellent game library, intuitive interface, gorgeous screen and long battery life.
Xbox Series S games could soon look and play much better — here’s how
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Microsoft’s latest version of the Game Development Kit frees up hundreds of megabytes of memory for games on the Xbox Series S, which could lead to improved graphics and performance in the future.
Xbox Series X: 10 essential tips for getting started
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Xbox Series X has the same interface as the Xbox Series X and the Xbox One, making it easy to find your way around.
Xbox at Gamescom 2022 recap: Microsoft Flight Simulator, Age of Empires, Sea of Thieves and more
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Xbox’s Gamescom 2022 presentation covered more than a dozen exciting games
Splatoon 3 hands-on: More kids, more squids
By Marshall Honorof published
Splatoon 3 has something to offer new fans, with its intuitive gameplay and colorful design, as well as returning fans, with a handful of substantial new modes.
Acer Nitro XV282K review
By Marshall Honorof last updated
While the Acer Nitro XV282K is pretty pricey, it’s nevertheless a solid gaming monitor with robust picture options — depending on which presets you use.
Acer Predator CG437K review
By Marshall Honorof last updated
As a 43-inch gaming monitor, the Acer Predator CG437K fills an interesting niche in the PC market. But the color, brightness and performance could all be better.
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