Rory Mellon
Rory is an Entertainment Editor at Tom’s Guide based in the UK. He covers a wide range of topics but with a particular focus on gaming and streaming. When he’s not reviewing the latest games, searching for hidden gems on Netflix, or writing hot takes on new gaming hardware, TV shows and movies, he can be found attending music festivals and getting far too emotionally invested in his favorite football team.
Latest articles by Rory Mellon
![Glen Powell as Gary Johnson in "Hit Man" streaming on Netflix from June 7](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iZmUjGmLjLNmxcUAxNPUZ9-320-80.jpg)
There’s been 20 Netflix No.1 movies in 2024 so far — here’s the 5 you need to watch
By Rory Mellon published
Just because a movie reaches No. 1 on the Netflix charts doesn't guarantee its quality — but these 5 picks are must-watches
![Someone holding a remote pointed at a TV with the Netflix logo on it](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tR3xxpj7C3tjj7P7wnUC4d-320-80.jpg)
5 best Netflix movies to watch right now before they leave this month
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix is waving goodbye to a handful of excellent movies in July 2024 including "The Matrix", "Moneyball" and more.
![Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool and Wolverine](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N4WN6icQssMMCMEBiMFnWQ-320-80.jpg)
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ 81% Rotten Tomatoes score is not as good as it seems — here’s why
By Rory Mellon published
"Deadpool & Wolverine" has debuted to a strong Rotten Tomatoes score — but "top critics" aren't quite so positive.
![(L-R) Will Smith as Mike Lowrey and Martin Lawrence as Marcus Burnett in "Bad Boys: Ride or Die"](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UzcF4hQig2rLPjw8We6yp-320-80.jpg)
7 top new movies to watch on Netflix, Max and more (July 23-29)
By Rory Mellon last updated
There are plenty of must-watch new movies landing on the best streaming service this week including "Bad Boys: Ride or Die", "Wicked Little Letters", "Knox Goes Away" and more.
![Marvel Midnight Suns screenshot with a Tom's Guide deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dwjT5uaieYnLmeDfZzYKic-320-80.jpg)
15 best PS5 and PS4 games under $20 in PlayStation Summer Sale
By Rory Mellon last updated
PlayStation Store's Summer Sale includes a slew of fantastic PS5 and PS4 games for less than $20 including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Hi-Fi Rush, Red Dead Redemption 2 and lots more.
![Tom Cruise as Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell in Top Gun: Maverick](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SHtG4BXNNbYDrrrc26knu8-320-80.jpg)
Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Rory Mellon published
A pair of rotten movies headline the Prime Video top 10 — but these 3 high-ranking flicks are actually worth your time.
![David Dastmalchian as Jack Delroy in Late Night with the Devil](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iSjdvbA7EB3KBoLQ4eioYT-320-80.jpg)
7 best movies you missed in theaters in 2024 (so far), that you can stream right now
By Rory Mellon last updated
2024 is more than halfway done, here's the 7 movies that you skipped in theaters but should circle back and stream now.
![a concept image of the PS5 Pro by Mark Illing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ocLBZy5u4kkuYKuxUDgJhf-320-80.jpg)
PS5 Pro — leaks, rumors and everything we know so far
By Rory Mellon last updated
PS5 Pro rumors continue to persist — so here's everything we know about Sony's expected mid-generation refresh console.
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How to boot into Windows 10 safe mode
By Rory Mellon last updated
If you need to boot your Windows 10 PC into safe mode, these step-by-step instructions will help.
![Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League with Superman](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kJfBeZivh5CAPhChEpCGw4-320-80.jpg)
Amazon is offering a ton of free games for Prime Day — but you need to claim them now
By Rory Mellon last updated
To celebrate the 10th annual Prime Day, Amazon is giving away an epic lineup of free games including Suicide Squad, Tomb Raider, Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and more.
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Amazon is giving away even more free games to Prime members — here’s what you can get right now
By Rory Mellon published
Amazon Prime Gaming just got an additional wave of free games — including a ridiculously entertaining shark simulator.
![Amazon Prime Video logo on a phone being held by someone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9q9uD2jmqJAPMpwiEHKe6E-320-80.jpg)
5 best classic movies just added to Prime Video with 95% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon published
Prime Video is adding another set of classic movies this month including "Dr. Strangelove", the Dollars trilogy and much more.
![Max logo on TV with popcorn and remote control on table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/h9xFJiSw7ZhJXJ3LpbCFuZ-320-80.jpg)
Max student discount — here's how to get a half-price subscription to HBO streaming service
By Rory Mellon published
Max just launched a new student discount that offers 50% off a monthly subscription — here's how to get yours today.
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Nintendo announces new official Switch accessory — and I’m confused
By Rory Mellon published
Nintendo just announced a new Joy-Cons Charging Stand for the current Nintendo Switch — more than seven years into its life.
![Witcher 3 screenshot with a Tom's Guide deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6Ws5rS7M9gPUvKi3AbVvWd-320-80.jpg)
PlayStation Summer Sale drops the best PS5 games to lowest prices ever — here’s 17 deals I’d buy
By Rory Mellon last updated
PlayStation Store just launched its massive annual Summer Sale that slices up to 75% off the best PS5 games.
![Nintendo Switch OLED held between two hands with one of the JoyCons being slid off](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NChXpY2bk2hLC7KmPYRkaS-320-80.jpg)
Quick! Essential Nintendo Switch accessory crashes to $17 for Prime Day
By Rory Mellon published
Give your Nintendo Switch console a huge storage boost for less than $20 with this awesome Prime Day gaming deal.
![UE Wonderboom 3 Prime Day speaker deals hero image](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pv9Y3aNw34A9b4YaVQrgKW-320-80.jpg)
The one Prime Day deal I’ve been waiting for has just dropped
By Rory Mellon published
I've had the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 on my Amazon wishlist for months and it's just got a Prime Day discount.
![Kevin Costner as Hayes Ellison in "Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1"](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FgwTTUJxdf342cSmZDytG6-320-80.jpg)
9 top new movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Max and more (July 16-22)
By Rory Mellon last updated
It's set to be a huge week of new movies across the best streaming services with highlights including "Horizon: An American Saga", "Abigail" and "My Spy: The Eternal City".
![An image of the Xbox Series X with a Prime Day deal badge](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rBkxRLRpnt4QDux6vwfPvE-320-80.jpg)
Xbox Series X and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate are on sale for Prime Day
By Rory Mellon last updated
Prime Day 2024 includes a seriously deep discount on the Xbox Series X — with new and refurbished models currently on sale.
![Anker PowerCore Slim portable charger with a Tom's Guide deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8ZrEpi7bT2TAuk7w7ALR9B-320-80.jpg)
This $15 portable charger is my favorite Prime Day deal — and I’ve bought three
By Rory Mellon published
I love the Anker PowerCore Slim portable charger so much that I've bought three of them — and you can grab one for just $15 thanks to this epic Amazon Prime Day deal.
![Crisis Core Final Fantasy VII Reunion key art](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3wKZfScxwLdL7nL9Ckywgj-320-80.png)
Nintendo just beat Prime Day with Switch deals from $7 — here are our top picks
By Rory Mellon last updated
Nintendo Store's latest sales event turns the focus on Square Enix titles and offers some great picks from as low as $7.
![Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom screenshot with a Tom's Guide deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HSPagVC7UKRZ6EWK7cvSnN-320-80.jpg)
13 Prime Day deals on must-play Nintendo Switch games I’d buy right now
By Rory Mellon published
Amazon Prime Day is a great chance to save big on some must-play Nintendo Switch games — here's the best deals right now.
![The Nintendo Switch OLED Zelda Tears of the Kingdom console on purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6nMXZG8xNYEpaxDEQjd7wL-320-80.jpg)
Nintendo Switch consoles get rare discounts for Prime Day — including limited-edition OLED model
By Rory Mellon published
Prime Day is discounting the Nintendo Switch family of consoles including the Tears of the Kingdom OLED edition.
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Spain vs England live stream: How to watch Euro 2024 final online and for free today, team news
By Rory Mellon last updated
The Spain vs England live stream marks the final of Euro 2024, and both soccer-loving nations are desperate to bring home the glory. Here's how to watch it online, and from anywhere.