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PS5's speedy user interface could be its secret weapon against Xbox Series X

By Richard Priday

A Sony patent and a report from inside sources points to Sony encouraging players to game little and often.

How to play Cards Against Humanity online

By Kate Kozuch

How to play Cards Against Humanity online with friends and family when you're stuck at home

Best laptop deals in April 2020

By Hilda Scott

The best laptop deals from every retailer. Save hundreds on Chromebooks, MacBooks, and Windows laptops.

The best board games for kids and adults

By Tom's Guide Staff

The best board games can help keep you and your family sane.

Where to buy Nintendo Switch: These retailers still have stock

By Louis Ramirez

There's a Switch shortage in the United States. Here are the stores where to buy a Nintendo Switch right now.

Xbox Series X controller is keeping the worst Xbox One feature

By Henry T. Casey

Ugh, why can't the Xbox Series X controller evolve? An explanation on Xbox's decision.

How to play Pokemon Go without moving: Catch 'em all from home

By Kate Kozuch

Pokemon Go has received a number of updates that make catching 'em all during the coronavirus pandemic safer and more compatible with being stuck at home.

The best Nintendo Switch games of 2020

By Michael Andronico

From Mario and Zelda to essential indie games, here are the best Nintendo Switch games to play right now.

PS5 price just leaked — and it's shockingly cheap

By Richard Priday

A Canadian store's pre-order pricing for the PS5 would make the new console unbelievably cheap to buy. But there could be a good reason why Sony wants the price so low.

Razer and Steelseries explain why gaming’s next big trend is ultra-lightweight mice

By Marshall Honorof

If lightweight gaming mice are really the way of the future, they have a lot going for them. We investigated how they came about.

PS5 and Xbox Series X: Why we need new consoles — and why we don't

By Marshall Honorof, Adam Ismail

Are the PS5 and Xbox Series X necessary? If so, are consoles something we'll always need? And, if not, what should we have had instead?

What is Amazon Prime?

By Louis Ramirez, Marshall Honorof

Amazon Prime membership includes more than just fast shipping. Here's what every potential Amazon Prime member needs to know.

PS5 won't get delayed by coronavirus, says Sony

By Henry T. Casey

PS5 will not get pushed back, according to new Sony statement.

The best Nintendo Switch deals for April 2020

By Hilda Scott

These are the best Nintendo Switch deals right now for consoles, bundles, games and accessories

The best PC RPGs

By Marshall Honorof, Henry T. Casey, Matt Murray

The best PC RPGs aren't just a timesink. They're also an investment in a world that's totally different from our own.

PS4 game downloads throttled due to coronavirus-related demand

By Marshall Honorof

Sony has throttled PS4 game download times in the U.S., after instituting similar restrictions in Europe earlier this week.

PS5 has ‘insurmountable’ advantage over Xbox Series X, says analyst

By Richard Priday

The PS5 has an undeniable performance disadvantage, but can still beat the Xbox Series X thanks to the PS4's success in cornering the market.

Xbox Series X’s GPU source code stolen by hacker

Xbox Series X graphics code stolen by hacker — and they want $100 million for it

By Jesus Diaz

A hacker has stolen a series of source code files from current and future AMD graphic processors, including the one in the Xbox Series X.

Nintendo Direct March 2020 recap: Xenoblade, BioShock, Star Wars and more

By Marshall Honorof

A surprise Nintendo Direct stream revealed more than 25 new Switch games and expansions coming in the next few months.

PS5 has a killer feature to beat Xbox Series X — and it goes beyond raw power

By Michael Andronico

A new report suggests that getting in and out of a PS5 game will be as seamless as using Netflix.

Which Jackbox Party Pack should you buy?

By Marshall Honorof

The Jackbox Party Pack games are a lifesaver when you need to socialize, whether you do so in-person or online.

Cheap gaming monitor at Walmart takes $50 off Samsung 32-inch 1080p monitor

By Louis Ramirez

Walmart is offering a cheap gaming monitor deal you shouldn't miss. For a limited time, get a 32-inch curved Samsung monitor for just $199.

Xbox Series X won't be delayed by coronavirus, according to Microsoft CEO

By Jesus Diaz

Microsoft has confirmed that COVID-19 will not delay the production of the Xbox Series X. Which I guess it is good news?

Xbox Series X will crush the PS5 based on these benchmarks

By Richard Priday

Comparing how AMD's own graphics cards react to overclocking shows that there's still a gap between the PS5 and Xbox Series X performance.

Half-Life: Alyx review roundup: A new standard for VR gaming

By Marshall Honorof

Half-Life: Alyx looks like the breakthrough VR game we've been waiting for

PS5 will get you into your games faster than ever before with this upgrade

By Richard Priday

A new patent describes PlayStation user interface features that allows games to display more specific options on the main menu that just starting or continuing a game.