Xbox Game Pass is great, but here’s why I’m canceling my subscription anyway By Tony Polanco published 25 May 22 Xbox Game Pass is objectively the best deal in gaming but it's not giving me what I want. This is why I've unsubscribed from Microsoft's gaming service.
MultiVersus hands-on: The Smash Bros rival we’ve been waiting for By Rory Mellon published 19 May 22 MultiVersus is a wacky new fighting game, featuring characters from DC Comics, Looney Tunes, Game of Thrones and more.
Star Wars vs. Star Trek: What should you play this weekend? By Tom Pritchard published 14 May 22 Should you play Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic or Star Trek: Armada II this weekend? Set phasers to "fun," and may the Force help you decide.
Starfield delay is a blessing and a curse for Xbox Series X By Roland Moore-Colyer published 12 May 22 The Starfield delay is a blow for Xbox exclusives — but that doesn't matter.
Deus Ex, Legacy of Kain — these Crystal Dynamics and Eidos franchises need to return By Tony Polanco published 8 May 22 Square-Enix recently sold three of its Western studios to the Embracer Group. If that means resurrecting some long-dormant franchises, these are the series we want to see return.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has me interested in mobile gaming again By Roland Moore-Colyer published 7 May 22 Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has rekindled my interest in mobile games thanks its killer display, Note-like design and the S Pen.
Nintendo Switch Sports has me worried about future Nintendo games By Rory Mellon published 7 May 22 Nintendo Switch Sports is that latest Nintendo exclusive lacking in the content department — and it's far from the first.
The year's most underrated PS5 game just got even better — play it now! By Rory Mellon published 5 May 22 One of the most overlooked PS5 games of the year just got a massive free update — here's why now is the perfect time to play Sifu.
I wish I knew about this PS5 and Xbox Series X Dolby Vision problem earlier By Henry T. Casey published 28 April 22 The PS5 and Xbox Series X aren't the media players I expected — thanks to a very odd Dolby Vision flaw.
I review gaming headsets for a living — and these are the most comfortable By Marshall Honorof published 24 April 22 When you’re in the market for a gaming headset, you need good sound quality. But even more importantly, you need to be able to wear the device comfortably for long stretches.
This weird controller is my new favorite way to play fighting games By Richard Priday published 24 April 22 The Mixbox combines an arcade controller with mechanical keys for the ultimate fighting game weapon.
PlayStation and Xbox could add even more ads — and I’m exhausted By Marshall Honorof published 23 April 22 PlayStation and Xbox could have plans to subsidize free-to-play games with in-game advertising. But when will enough be enough?
5 things I want from Fable 4 By Roland Moore-Colyer published 18 April 22 Little is known about Fable 4 but here's what I'd like to see the role-playing game include.
Elden Ring vs. Breath of the Wild: Here's why I keep going back to Zelda By Jordan Palmer published 17 April 22 Elden Ring leaves me so fatigued
Yakuza: Dead Souls is still available — but you may not want to play it By Marshall Honorof published 9 April 22 Yakuza: Dead Souls maintains the series’ signature weirdness and charm, but the combat makes the whole thing into a slog.
Sony is making a huge mistake with PlayStation Plus By Rory Mellon published 2 April 22 PlayStation Plus is offering access to hundreds of classic PlayStation games — but why can't we buy these retro games?
PlayStation Plus is still missing one really big feature By Marshall Honorof published 31 March 22 PlayStation Plus will undergo a significant revamp this summer, adding a huge game library and a handful of new features. Unfortunately, iOS and Android compatibility don’t seem to be on the list.
Why I’m not upgrading my PlayStation Plus subscription By Tony Polanco published 30 March 22 PlayStation Plus is getting revamped in June. Though it offers a slew of legacy PlayStation titles, I don't see myself upgrading from the standard PlayStation Plus subscription.
PlayStation Plus still lacks a huge Xbox Game Pass feature By Marshall Honorof published 29 March 22 Unlike Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation Plus won’t offer first-party Sony games on launch day. This may force gamers to make tough choices.
Releasing a PS5 Pro would be a bad idea — here’s why By Tony Polanco published 27 March 22 New rumors surrounding a potential PS5 Pro have recently made headlines. While the prospect of new gaming tech is usually exciting, I can't drum up enthusiasm for a PS5 Pro.
I don't like Wordle — but I love these alternatives By Rory Mellon published 26 March 22 I don't like Wordle, but these two alternatives have become a fixture of my daily routine.
Hogwarts Legacy gameplay — 4 things that excite me and 2 that don't By Rory Mellon published 21 March 22 There are a few reasons I'm excited about the next big Harry Potter game, but there's also some cause for concern.
This Wordle trick kept my streak going — and you'll probably hate it By Henry T. Casey published 19 March 22 A standard starter Wordle word is a crutch that should be tossed out.
I'm a Souls skeptic — here's how Elden Ring won me over By Rory Mellon published 6 March 22 Dark Souls never quite clicked for me, but I'm absolutely loving Elden Ring so far.
I’d now choose PS5 over Xbox Series X — but not for the reasons you’d think By Roland Moore-Colyer published 6 March 22 PS5 has beaten the Xbox Series X for me — but not in the way I expected.
Elden Ring kicked my ass — and taught me a very valuable lesson By Tony Polanco published 5 March 22 Learning how to play Elden Ring properly taught me something about games that I should have known all along.
Destiny 2 won't work on Steam Deck — and I'm pissed By Jordan Palmer published 2 March 22 A massive blow to fans of the shared-world FPS
This game is so violent it's being censored on PS5 — and I'm torn By Rory Mellon published 27 February 22 Martha is Dead is a new horror game that is so violent it's been censored on PS5 — but was this the correct call?
Horizon Forbidden West has me loving the PS5 DualSense again By Roland Moore-Colyer published 26 February 22 Horizon Forbidden West makes the right and best use of PS5 DualSense’s advanced haptics.
Elden Ring’s open world provides hours of fun — and frustration By Marshall Honorof published 25 February 22 Elden Ring proves that the Dark Souls formula works in an open-world setting, but it might have worked better with a few tweaks.