
Tony Polanco
Tony is a computing writer at Tom’s Guide covering laptops, tablets, Windows, and iOS. During his off-hours, Tony enjoys reading comic books, playing video games, reading speculative fiction novels, and spending too much time on X/Twitter. His non-nerdy pursuits involve attending Hard Rock/Heavy Metal concerts and going to NYC bars with friends and colleagues. His work has appeared in publications such as Laptop Mag, PC Mag, and various independent gaming sites.
Latest articles by Tony Polanco

I just tested Doom: The Dark Ages on an RTX 5090 PC — and I’m still in shock
By Tony Polanco published
Doom: The Dark Ages is one of the best-optimized games out there, and it truly shines on gaming PCs with RTX 50-series GPUs. Here's how it performs on a machine packing an RTX 5090 graphics card.

Doom: The Dark Ages is a brutal thrill-ride — and it's my early pick for game of the year
By Tony Polanco published
Doom: The Dark Ages delivers the bloody goods, featuring the same brutal gameplay we’ve come to love, along with engaging new mechanics that make you feel more powerful than ever.

Nintendo Switch 2 — everything you need to know
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been officially announced. Here's everything we know about the upcoming console.

GTA 6 is my most anticipated game of 2026 — 3 reasons I can’t wait to play
By Tony Polanco published
The new GTA 6 preview shows off more of what we can expect when the game launches. Here are 3 reasons we're excited for Rockstar Games' upcoming open-world adventure.

I’m a lifelong fighting game player — and this is the fightpad I’ve wanted for years
By Tony Polanco published
The Hori Wireless Fighting Commander Octa Pro is the company’s best fighting game controller yet, thanks to its ergonomic design, flawless performance and high customizability.

GTA 6 trailer just dropped — and we just learned a lot about the main characters
By Tony Polanco published
Rockstar Games finally released the second trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, along with a ton of new info.

I just experienced DLSS 4 and now I can never go back — here’s why
By Tony Polanco published
Nvidia's DLSS 4 is one of the most powerful and transformative features of RTX 50-series PCs and laptops — here's why you should enable it.

The HP Omen Max 16 gaming laptop has made me an RTX 5090 believer — here’s why
By Tony Polanco published
The HP Omen Max 16 makes a strong case for RTX 50-series gaming laptops, though its steep price and hefty weight might be off-putting.

I just tested the Samsung Odyssey 3D — and this glasses-free 3D monitor falls flat
By Tony Polanco published
The Samsung Odyssey 3D is arguably the best 3D gaming monitor yet, but it still falls short of making a case for 3D gaming thanks to that technology’s inherent issues.

Microsoft raises price of Xbox consoles and games — here's how much the Xbox Series X costs now
By Tony Polanco published
Xbox has just announced that it is raising the price of its consoles and games — here's how much you'll now have to pay.

Best gaming mouse in 2025 — our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Having the best gaming mouse can mean the difference between victory and defeat.

The best gaming keyboard in 2025: Tested and rated
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best gaming keyboard can make a huge difference in both PC gaming and everyday productivity.

Steam Deck 2 — everything we’ve heard about Valve’s rumored handheld
By Tony Polanco published
Valve hasn't officially announced the Steam Deck 2, but reports suggest the company is thinking about its next handheld gaming device.

Best gaming laptops in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
Our best gaming laptops list includes great budget options as well as huge, premium powerhouses. These are the best of the best, based on hours of testing and hands-on reviews.

The best gaming PCs in 2025
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best gaming PCs for every budget are here, including console-sized PCs and high-end rigs that are VR ready.

I just tested the Alienware Area-51 — this RTX 5090 beast is so powerful it feels alive
By Tony Polanco published
The Alienware Area-51 is a giant gaming PC that can run circles around its competitors in terms of performance. While it’s not cheap, few machines can top the gaming experience it offers.

I just tested this 45-inch LG 5K2K OLED curved gaming monitor — and it's ridiculous
By Tony Polanco published
The LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B lets you swap between 5K and 2K at the press of a button. It delivers a truly immersive experience for those who can afford this enormous 45-inch OLED gaming monitor.

I’m a fighting game veteran — and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is one of the best I've played in years
By Tony Polanco published
The new king of fighters is here

The Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti has a secret weapon — and it's DLSS 4
By Tony Polanco published
The RTX 5060 Ti might not be a flagship Nvidia card, but with DLSS 4, it can deliver a premium gaming experience.

Samsung Odyssey 3D hands-on preview: Glasses-free 3D is actually getting better
By Tony Polanco published
Not yet ratedThe Samsung Odyssey 3D wants to bring 3D gaming back. Here are my initial thoughts after using one in person, for games and movies.

I just played Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PS5 Pro — and it’s so much better than on Xbox Series X
By Tony Polanco published
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle lives up to its potential on PS5 Pro. Here are 3 reasons it's better than on Xbox Series X.

I just tested LG's 45-inch 5K curved OLED gaming monitor — and it's actually a game changer for my productivity
By Tony Polanco published
Curved gaming monitors help immerse you in games, but they're also great for boosting your productivity.

I just tested the best leverless fighting game controller yet — and it's a game changer
By Tony Polanco published
The Razer Kitsune leverless controller delivers the goods thanks to its stellar performance and low-profile design. It’s arguably the best controller of its kind.
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