Articles by: Andrew Melcon

Andrew Melcon

Andrew Melcon is a freelance writer who specializes in covering games and gaming hardware. He's tackled everything from PC game controllers to Pokémon and PUBG and his work has appeared on sites including Tom's Guide, Tom's Hardware, Laptop Mag, and more.

Articles by: Andrew Melcon

How to set up your Nintendo Switch

By Andrew Melcon published 21 December 21

Learn how to get your Nintendo Switch set up, from its unconventional controllers to its Internet connectivity.

How to check your hours played on Nintendo Switch

By Alan Martin , Andrew Melcon published 26 May 21

Curious how many hours you've logged on Mario and Zelda on your Switch? Here's how to find out.

How to charge Nintendo Switch controllers

By Alan Martin , Andrew Melcon published 24 May 21

Here are the best ways to keep your Nintendo Switch controllers juiced up so that you never have to stop playing.

15 PC games you should play with a controller

By Andrew Melcon, Michael Andronico published 19 June 20

Here are the best PC games to play with a controller, from competitive fighting games to immersive action adventures.

Call of Duty Warzone vs. Fortnite: Which battle royale is for you?

By Andrew Melcon published 15 March 20

Call of Duty: Warzone takes on Fortnite in the battle royale arena

PS5 and Xbox Series X teraflops: What this key spec means for you

By Andrew Melcon published 29 February 20

Here's what teraflops means for graphics performance, and how they'll impact PS5 and Xbox Series X.

Escape From Tarkov loot guide: How to loot and find key locations

By Andrew Melcon published 29 January 20

Master survival with our Escape from Tarkov loot guide

Escape from Tarkov: PC gaming's latest breakout hit, explained

By Andrew Melcon published 29 January 20

Here's why everyone is talking about Escape from Tarkov

The most anticipated games of 2020

By Andrew Melcon published 29 December 19

Here are the most anticipated games of 2020, including a few PS5 and Xbox Series X games.

Resident Evil 3 remake release date, trailer, pre-order, gameplay and more

By Andrew Melcon, Michael Andronico published 10 December 19

Everything we know about RE3 Remake

Steam Remote Play Together: Release Date, Beta and How to Use It

By Andrew Melcon published 5 November 19

Play any Steam game online with a friend

Diablo 4: Release Date, Trailer, Classes, Latest News and More

By Andrew Melcon, Michael Andronico published 4 November 19

Everything we know about Diablo 4

RetroArch: Steam Release, Cores and Where to Download This Retro Gaming Tool

By Andrew Melcon published 12 August 19

Here's what you need to know about RetroArch, a popular emulation tool for retro games.

Apex Legends Season 1 Battle Pass: Cost, Rewards and More

By Andrew Melcon published 20 March 19

Here's everything you need to know about Apex Legends' Season 1 Battle Pass, including cost, unlocks and how long the season will run.

Apex Legends Loot Guide: Explaining Attachments, Armor and More

By Andrew Melcon published 19 February 19

Here are what the loot colors in Apex Legends mean, and how they apply to items such as weapons, attachments, shields and more.

Apex Legends Character Guide: Which Legend Should You Pick?

By Andrew Melcon published 12 February 19

Here's a guide to Apex Legends' eight playable characters, and the best team compositions to use them in.

Fortnite vs. Apex Legends: Which Battle Royale Is Right For You?

By Andrew Melcon published 9 February 19

Here's how Fortnite compares to Apex Legends, the latest game to dominate the battle royale shooter arena.

How to Customize Your Controls in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

By Andrew Melcon published 21 January 19

Wondering how to tweak your controller settings in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate? Here's what you need to know.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Online Guide: 11 Things to Know

By Andrew Melcon published 26 December 18

From getting the best connection to finding good matches, here's everything you need to know about Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's online modes.

The 7 Best Steam Alternatives

By Andrew Melcon published 14 December 18

From Origin to GOG, here are the PC gaming services you should keep an eye on in order to score the best games and deals.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: The Best Fighters for Beginners and Experts

By Andrew Melcon published 12 December 18

From Mario to Cloud, here are the best characters to use in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: How to Unlock All Characters

By Andrew Melcon published 10 December 18

From Bayonetta to Ridley, here are the best methods for unlocking every character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Release Date, Roster, Modes and More

By Andrew Melcon published 2 November 18

Here's everything you need to know about Nintendo's upcoming Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, including the game's character list, modes, stages and more.

Fortnite Battle Royale: Everything You Need to Know

By Andrew Melcon published 1 October 18

Here's everything you need to know about Fortnite: Battle Royale, the free-to-play online shooter taking the world by storm.

Fortnite Season 6: Latest Info on the New Map, Skins, Battle Pass

By Andrew Melcon published 28 September 18

Here's everything you need to know about Fortnite season 6, including changes to the battle pass, new skins, and updates to the map.