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I tried ASUS’ ROG Xbox Ally X20, and the 171-inch screen changes everything
The ROG Xbox Ally X20’s OLED upgrade is nice, but after trying the bundled AR glasses, the bigger screen was the part I kept thinking about.
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The Desktop Paradox: I finally understand why gamers hesitate before going OLED
OLED looks perfect, so why isn’t it on your desk? Exploring burn-in fears, MiniLED trade-offs, and why gamers are still torn.
Steam Deck 2 wishlist: what I want in the next-gen model
Valve already has the best handheld foundation around, so the new Steam Deck 2 just needs smarter upgrades in the places that matter most.
Microsoft warns the AI RAMmageddon could raise the price of Xbox Project Helix
Xbox's next console is shaping up to be the most honest disappointment in gaming history — Asha Sharma will look you dead in the eye, tell you it's going to cost a lot, and somehow still make you root for her. The RAMmageddon was always coming. Turns out, it just decided to set up camp in your wallet.
I’m rocking the original Switch in 2026. It just works because everything else got complicated
Nintendo’s original Switch is weaker than today’s handhelds, but in 2026, its simplicity feels less like a weakness and more like the whole point.
Monitors are no longer simple upgrades. Here’s what’s changing
Monitor technology is evolving beyond simple upgrades. From OLED improvements and ultra-high refresh rates to emerging 6K displays, here’s what’s actually changing and why it matters.
Xbox Game Pass just got cheaper, and I’m not complaining about the pivot it comes with
Xbox Game Pass gets cheaper but drops Call of Duty day-one access. Smart reset or value loss? Here’s what changed, why it matters, and how gamers are reacting.
Lego Batman feels like the best Dark Knight game in years and I can’t wait for it
Lego Batman isn’t even out yet, but it’s already doing more for the Dark Knight than recent AAA flops. Arkham fans might finally have something to smile about.
Steam is basically a PC gaming monopoly, so why isn’t anyone mad?
Open any gaming PC, and chances are the blue icon of Steam is sitting right there on the desktop. Not hidden, not optional, but almost expected. Over time, Steam has gone from being just another launcher to becoming the default storefront for PC gaming, almost like a built-in part of the experience. The Monopoly Nobody […]
Metro 2039’s eerie post-apocalyptic world looks darker, weirder, and more eldritch this Winter, and I’m already sold
Metro 2039 looks less like another post-apocalyptic shooter and more like a full-on descent back into the strange, supernatural dread that made the series special.
5 dead games I still can’t stop thinking about
Not every dead game deserves a eulogy, but these five still feel like unfinished conversations.
I highly recommend these 3 must-play games this weekend across the PS5, Xbox, and PC
Some weekends are for comfort, others are for chaos. This one? A bit of both. Whether it’s revisiting a gaming icon that defined an era, diving into a massively upgraded open-world epic, or trying out this generation’s cult classic title set to leave Game Pass soon, this lineup has range. 1. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered […]
Apple at 50: The Pippin was a flop in 1996, but I’m ready for Apple’s bold gaming bet in 2026
From the failed Pippin to AAA games on iPhones, Apple’s 50-year journey shows its gaming dreams weren’t wrong, just early. Now, the ecosystem might finally be ready.
The PS5 has been my best investment in the last 6 years (because it actually went up in value)
The PS5 just got pricier, again. A 6-year-old console that appreciates in value? Here’s why gaming is becoming an expensive hobby.
Why everyone hates NVIDIA DLSS 5 (but will love it eventually)
DLSS 5: from “next-gen magic” to “makeup filter gone rogue”. Hated today, inevitable tomorrow, as AI learns that vibes matter as much as pixels.
A $1,000 Xbox might actually make sense, if Project Helix gets it right
Rumors suggest Microsoft’s next Xbox, Project Helix, could cost up to $1,000 or more, but its hybrid console-PC design and massive performance leap may justify the price.
The new fad of PC renting is a nightmare and I’m scared about the future of gaming
Renting gaming hardware might lower the barrier to entry today, but it could also redefine what it means to truly own a gaming setup tomorrow.
The Xbox isn’t ending, but it needs these 3 changes to return to glory
If you’ve spent any time following gaming news in early 2026, you might think the end of Xbox is right around the corner. Between reports of a 32% year-over-year drop in hardware revenue, the sudden departure of longtime Xbox boss Phil Spencer, and wild speculation that Microsoft might pivot the entire gaming division toward AI, […]
It’s not run-and-gun, but that’s exactly why Rainbow Six Mobile works for me
After nearly a decade of playing Siege on PC, Rainbow Six Mobile surprised me by keeping the tension intact.
Razer’s new Wolverine V3 controller is the fastest in the world, but it’s designed for something you won’t expect
CES 2026 is in full swing, and Razer is cutting deep with interesting and wacky technology as always (outside the AI stuff). My favorite one, however, being rather simple: a controller. That’s right, Razer is launching the new Wolverine V3 controller, and unlike its predecessors, it’s equipped with Bluetooth, and not just any Bluetooth. Razer […]
After thousands of hours of gaming with the DualSense, this is what the PS6 controller must offer
Sony’s controller is fantastic, but I hope it doesn’t give up on its neat tricks with PS6.
Your personalized Xbox controller is more complex than you realize, I spoke to the man behind it
Levi Patterson lifts the lid on the sophisticated 3D-to-factory platform he's built that enables personalized designs for major brands including Xbox, Carhartt and Hydro Flask.
If the PS6 really does include a handheld, Sony can take inspiration from just about anywhere this time
Sony can learn not just from the Vita, but from its rivals, too.
I’ve been writing about games for years – here are the biggest stories to unfold in 2026
From GTA 6 to the new Steam Machines, here’s everything to be excited about in 2026.
5 great PS Plus games to play over the holidays
All of these great games are included with your PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium membership.
Master your after Christmas sales shopping spree with these top tips
Find the Christmas sale discounts you need with these shopping tips
These are the things you must do with your new PS5 before playing a game
Unbox your new system and get the most of it with our PS5 setup guide this Christmas.
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