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
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Nintendo Switch OLED vs. Nintendo Switch vs. Switch Lite: What should you buy?
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Nintendo Switch OLED, base Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite are three similar consoles with a few key distinctions. Learn which one is right for you in our comparison guide.
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Xbox Series X vs. Xbox Series S: Which Xbox should you buy?
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S have more similarities than differences, but which one will work best with your setup and budget?
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'House of the Dragon' season 2 ratings prove I was completely wrong about 'Game of Thrones'
By Rory Mellon published
I once claimed the awful final season of "Game of Thrones" had killed the franchise — here's how "House of the Dragon" proved me wrong.
![Jessica Alba as Parker in Trigger Warning streaming on Netflix this week](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FQkUqkNKDzjfcMdWZJrXhb-320-80.jpg)
7 top new movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video and more (June 18-24)
By Rory Mellon last updated
"IF", "Trigger Warning", "Kung Fu Panda 4" and more new movies are arriving on the best streaming services this week.
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PlayStation Portal is getting a massive update — here are all the new feature
By Rory Mellon published
Sony has announced a new PlayStation Portal system update that includes a much-requested feature and more upgrades.
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Shadow of the Erdtree is Elden Ring on hard mode — and I can't get enough of it
By Rory Mellon published
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is a gold-standard DLC expansion
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New on Netflix: 7 movies and shows to watch this week (June 17-23)
By Brittany Vincent last updated
Check out all the new Netflix TV shows and movies heading to Netflix this week, including 'Trigger Warning'.
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One of my favorite Netflix movies is getting a surprise sequel — and you can stream the original right now
By Rory Mellon published
One of the best Netflix thriller movies you haven't watched is getting a sequel — here's everything we know about "Circles".
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7 best Netflix original movies of 2024 so far
By Rory Mellon last updated
Netflix original movies don't always hit the mark but these seven efforts released in 2024 are worth adding to your watchlist.
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Netflix top 10 movies — here are the 3 worth watching right now
By Rory Mellon published
The Netflix top 10 is an ever-changing list of the movies that are drawing the most attention from subscribers — here are the 3 you need to stream right now.
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How to get a Best Buy student discount — and save big
By Rory Mellon last updated
Best Buy student discounts are a thing of the past. Here's how you can still save on your back to school shopping.
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5 best classic movies just added to Prime Video with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon published
Prime Video just added another wave of classic movies — here are the 5 additions that Hollywood historians need to watch.
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PlayStation’s biggest sale of the year ends this week — here’s 19 last chance deals I’d buy
By Rory Mellon last updated
PlayStation Store's epic Days of Play sale is almost over — but there's still time to score these PS5 game deals right now.
![Sarah Polley as Elsa Kast in "Splice" now streaming on Max](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XbNXGpHRvwaU5YLqpTFdaV-320-80.jpg)
One of the best horror movies you haven't seen just cracked Max's top 10
By Rory Mellon published
Max subscribers looking for something new to watch this week should consider "Splice" — and it's just broken the top 10 list.
![Dev Patel as Kid in Monkey Man](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PwvEYNpX4ZSQH3rZ7auuHR-320-80.jpg)
6 top new movies to watch on Netflix, Hulu, Peacock and more (June 11-17)
By Rory Mellon last updated
"Monkey Man", "Remembering Gene Wilder", "Ultraman: Rising" and more new movies arrive on streaming this week.
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The 21 best open-world games
By Marshall Honorof last updated
From long-running series, to movie adaptations, to ambitious one-off experiments, these are the best open-world games you can play.
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The best Star Wars shooter ever is free on Amazon Prime — here’s how to claim yours
By Rory Mellon published
Star Wars Battlefront 2 is the latest freebie on Prime Gaming — here's why you need to play this iconic shooter even in 2024.
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Netflix is getting another must-watch original movie this week — and it’s 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix is continuing its hot streak of new original movies with "Ultraman: Rising" — here's what you need to know about this family-focused superhero action adventure.
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Microsoft confirms 3 new Xbox consoles for 2024 — here’s all the upgrades
By Rory Mellon published
Microsoft has announced that three new Xbox consoles will launch this holiday season including a limited edition Series X.
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Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Rory Mellon published
Amazon Prime Video's top 10 movies is a constantly rotating ranking of the most popular films on the platform — here's my top 3 picks in the current list.
![Someone holding a remote pointed at a TV with the Netflix logo on it](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tR3xxpj7C3tjj7P7wnUC4d-320-80.jpg)
7 new to Netflix movies with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon last updated
Netflix is adding a plethora of new movies this month with top picks including "Hit Man", "La La Land", "Aftersun" and more.
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7 best movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video and more
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Not sure what to watch? 'Hit Man,' 'Perfect Days,' 'Mean Girls,' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming.
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PlayStation launches Summer Game Fest sale with PS5 deals from $5 — here’s my 15 top picks
By Rory Mellon last updated
PlayStation Store just launched a new sale to celebrate Summer Game Fest 2024 with serious discounts on must-play PS5 games like Sea of Thieves, Persona 5 Royal and more.