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The game I always play to test gaming headsets is getting a sequel — here’s why Control is the best test for bass, treble and spatial audio
By Nikita Achanta published
I play a lot of games to test gaming headsets, from Expedition 33 to F1 25, but I never skip Control because of its eerie soundscape and great combat sounds.

Can a budget PS5 headset actually make games sound immersive? I ditched my $299 Razer for the $69 PowerA LucidSound LS500 to find out
By Nikita Achanta published
You don't have to spend loads to get immersive sound in video games, and the PowerA LucidSound LS500 proves it. Here's what I love and hate about it.

The $69 PowerA LucidSound LS500 is a fantastic PS5 headset — and it’s coming for Turtle Beach’s crown
By Nikita Achanta published
RecommendedThe PowerA LucidSound LS500 is a powerful and competent headset. For just $69, it offers great sound quality and all-day comfort. But it does have some flaws.

These are the 10 best gaming monitors for 2026 we've tested, from 1080p to 4K
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Whether you want high resolutions or fast frame rates, the best gaming monitors can redefine your gaming space.

I just sat on my dream gaming chair, and now I’m fighting the urge to take a nap to tell you about the Cougar Arker
By Jason England published
I sat on the new Cougar Arker gaming chair. It's sofa-grade luxury and near-flat recline almost made me nap on the convention floor!

I'd buy these 12 gaming peripherals from Amazon over and over again
By Sarah Chaney published
I've leveled up my gaming experience tremendously with these 12 peripherals, and if they ever broke, I'd buy them again right away.

I gave my Switch 2 a major upgrade for $55 less than buying another official dock — and it fits in my pocket
By Anthony Spadafora published
Buying another official Switch 2 dock will set you back over $100 but Genki’s new Covert Dock 3 is smaller and costs almost half as much.

This modern N64 controller might be the best Switch 2 pad for retro Nintendo games
By Peter Wolinski published
Editor's ChoiceThe 8BitDo 64 is a modern reincarnation of the original N64 gamepad, and I have very little to say against it.
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