Latest articles by Tony Polanco
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound and Shinobi: Art of Vengeance are Excellent Modern Takes on Two Classic Franchises — and I Can’t Get Enough
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound and Shinobi: Art of Vengeance masterfully resurrect their respective franchises. Here's why you need to play both of these games right now.
I was skeptical about the ROG Xbox Ally, but this one feature has me excited
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally might finally fix one of the biggest issues many have had with Windows handhelds.
Best of Gamescom 2025: The top 7 gadgets and games we couldn’t stop playing
From Nvidia GeForce Now to Resident Evil Requiem, here’s our top picks
I'm a diehard Metal Gear fan and Snake Eater Delta is the perfect remake of my all-time favorite game
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater masterfully resurrects a beloved classic thanks to its updated graphics and controls. It’s a fresh take that stays true to the original.
Every PS5 model is getting a price hike in the U.S. — and today’s the last day to get one cheaper
Sony has just announced that it's raising the price of all three PS5 models. Here's how much they'll cost starting on August 21.
Asus ROG Xbox Ally handheld release date announced — here’s when you can expect it
During Gamescom 2025, Asus and Xbox announced when their ROG Xbox Ally gaming handheld will finally release.
I played Resident Evil Requiem — and it’s already my most anticipated game of 2026
Resident Evil Requiem is shaping up to be the most terrifying entry yet. Here's what I think based on a recent demo I played.
The new Sony Inzone H9 II is the gaming headset I’ve been waiting for — here’s why
Sony has just announced the new Inzone H9 II gaming headset. Here are all the features that make it a meaningful update to its predecessor.
Gaming Handheld Showdown — which consoles made it to the final two?
We're down to the final two devices of our Handheld Showdown video series. Cast your vote now for which handheld should be the champion!
Nvidia is adding DLSS 4 support to over 175 PC games — this is huge
Nvidia just announced that it's bringing its DLSS 4 technology to over 175 PC games. Here's what we know.
I review keyboards for a living — here's the fastest ones I'd buy with my own money
If you're looking for some of the fastest keyboards for typing and gaming, these choices are the ones to look for.
Reddit says this is the best laptop — here's what I think as a laptop reviewer
What is the best laptop according to Reddit users? I take a look at their selection(s) and give my thoughts as a professional laptop reviewer.
Reddit recommends these gaming laptops — here are my thoughts as a reviewer of 5+ years
Does Reddit provide good advice on buying gaming laptops? Here's what I think as a hardware reviewer.
HP made a gaming PC for people who don't want to look like they own a gaming PC — meet the Omen 35L Stealth Edition
HP just announced an updated model of its Omen 35L, and one version has a "stealthy" design with no RGB lighting. This is the gaming HP I want.
I review laptops for a living — and I just tested the ultimate MacBook docking station for my home office
If you want to use a MacBook as your primary at-home computer, this USB-C docking station from Plugable could change how you work... and might even lower your electricity bill.
I review gaming handhelds for a living — and these are the 3 I would buy with my own money
If you want to play your favorite PC games on the go, then you'll need a gaming handheld. There are many to choose from, but these are the 3 worth buying right now.
Handheld Showdown — which consoles made it to the final four?
Handheld Showdown is back with the final four consoles! Help us decide which machines will make it to the finals!
I use my MacBook every day — here's the 3 accessories I can’t live without
A MacBook works great out of the box, but you can get more out of the laptop with the right accessories. Here are 3 we recommend for MacBook Air and MacBook Pro.
I spent 48 hours with the world’s first rollable laptop — here’s my pros and cons
The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 is one of the most unique (and expensive) laptops out there. Here's what we think of it after 48 hours.
The best PC game controllers in 2025
The best PC game controllers are ideal for playing a wide variety of games from shooters to platformers to RPGs.
Is the console war over? Next-gen Xbox could be aiming at PCs, not PS6
During the latest Digital Foundry podcast, the team discusses the rumored Xbox "Magnus" APU and how this chip could allow the next-generation Xbox to compete with pre-built PCs.
Handheld Showdown: Steam Deck, Switch 2, ROG Ally — which console gets your vote?
Welcome to Handheld Showdown, a bracket-style competition series in which our hosts Paul and Tony battle out the best handheld gaming consoles out now.
iPhone just tipped for killer OLED upgrade that could leapfrog Samsung phones
A new report claims that Apple wants to use tandem OLED panel technology for its future iPhones, which could result in brighter and more energy-efficient displays.
