Exclusive Games Aren’t Dead Yet, Says Ex-PlayStation Chief
Shawn Layden, once a top executive at Sony Interactive Entertainment, is reminding the gaming world that exclusive games still have a role to play. This comes as consoles are increasingly resembling gaming PCs with cross-platform releases everywhere you look. Layden’s comments, shared in a recent Pause for Thought podcast, push back against the idea that […]
RTX 5070 Ti price drop: save $130 on a modern PCIe 5.0 GPU
Save $130 on the ASUS Prime NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti OC Edition graphics card with 16GB GDDR7 and PCIe 5.0. Now $809.99 (compared value $939.99) for a modern gaming upgrade.
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.
A $1,000 discount makes this RTX 5090 Legion Pro 7i easier to justify
Save $1,000 on the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i with a 16-inch WQXGA OLED 240Hz display, Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090, 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD. Now $2,999.99 (compared value $3,999.99).
This gaming handheld will let you carry a massive 8-inch screen in your pocket
The OneXSugar Wallet is an upcoming gaming handheld that features an 8.01-inch folding OLED screen in a retro clamshell design.
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.
Save big on a 27-inch 4K gaming monitor that can switch to 320Hz at 1080p
The Acer Predator XB273K 27-inch 4K IPS gaming monitor is down to $289.99, saving you $410 off $699.99. Dual-mode refresh for 4K up to 160Hz or 1080p up to 320Hz, plus FreeSync Premium and HDR400.
The Logitech PRO X 60 is nearly half off at $89.99 right now
Save $90 on the Logitech PRO X 60 LIGHTSPEED wireless 60% gaming keyboard, now $89.99 (compared value $179.99). Compact layout, GX optical tactile switches, and LIGHTSYNC RGB.
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.
This SteelSeries keyboard deal brings adjustable actuation down to $159.99
Save $60 on the SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Gen 3 60% wired mechanical keyboard, now $159.99 (was $219.99). OmniPoint adjustable actuation and Rapid Tap for faster gaming inputs.
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.
Xbox is losing the console race, so Microsoft is rethinking what Xbox is
Microsoft’s Xbox console sales are sliding fast, but the company is leaning into an “open system” that spans console, PC, and cloud. Here’s what the pivot means for players.
GeForce NOW’s 100-hour cap, explained for your monthly playtime
GeForce NOW starts enforcing a 100-hour monthly cap on January 1. Here’s who it applies to first, why existing paid members may have more time, and what to check before the limit hits.
Steam Deck LCD is on the way out, what this means for your next handheld buy
Valve is bringing Steam Deck LCD sales to a close for one of its core configurations. On the Steam Deck store page, Valve says it is “phasing out the Steam Deck LCD 256GB model,” and that it “will no longer be available” once remaining stock is gone. The same message makes a point of separating […]
AFEELA gets PS Remote Play, so you can play your PlayStation 5 while parked
Sony Honda Mobility says AFEELA will integrate PS Remote Play, streaming PS5 and PS4 games to the car’s cabin display. It sounds great while parked, but broadband speed and coverage will make or break it.
Your next Legion Go 2 might run SteamOS instead of Windows 11
A report says Lenovo may unveil a Legion Go 2 SteamOS variant at CES 2026, keeping Ryzen Z2 Extreme and the 8.8-inch 144Hz OLED, while ditching Windows 11 friction for gamers.
Play FIFA on your TV with Netflix, your phone is the controller
Netflix is bringing a reimagined FIFA game to Netflix Games for the FIFA World Cup 2026, including TV play in select countries, with your phone acting as the controller.
Rainbow Six Mobile finally gets a global release date and two exclusive maps
After a long wait, Ubisoft has locked in a February 23 release date for Rainbow Six Mobile. The launch includes multiple game modes, over 20 Operators, and two brand-new maps created just for mobile devices.
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic revealed as a new single-player RPG
A new Star Wars RPG set in the Old Republic is coming, led by KOTOR director Casey Hudson, promising choice-driven storytelling and a return to classic single-player Star Wars adventures.
PlayStation Plus is loading up December with two massive action adventures
Sony is giving PS Plus subscribers a serious holiday upgrade. Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Wo Long Fallen Dynasty are joining the catalog, bringing a mix of story-driven stealth and intense martial-arts combat to anyone looking for a new action game this month.
Asus Rog Strix G16 gaming laptop is $460 off right now
The Asus ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop with a Ryzen 9 HX CPU, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and 16-inch 165Hz display is on sale for $1,539.99, saving $460 off the regular $1,999.99 price.
This mobile gaming controller is $45 off and finally worth snagging
The Razer Kishi Ultra mobile gaming controller is on sale for $104.99, saving you $45 off the regular $149.99 price, with console-style controls, USB-C low latency, and support for Android, iPhone, and iPad mini.
PlayStation 5 Pro drops to $649.99 in rare discount
The PlayStation 5 Pro is on sale for $649.99, $100 off its usual $749.99 price, delivering better 4K performance, stronger ray tracing, and a larger SSD for players who want Sony’s best console experience.
The Logitech G502 X Lightspeed is $50 cheaper than usual and still one of the best
The Logitech G502 X Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse is on sale for $109.99, $50 off its regular $159.99 price, offering a HERO 25K sensor, LIGHTSPEED wireless, and 13 programmable buttons for serious gamers.
RTX 5060 Ti price drop finally makes sense for budget gaming pcs
This sff-ready rtx 5060 ti 8gb graphics card was hard to justify at its $469.99 msrp, but at $332.99 it finally offers real value for 1080p and entry-level 1440p gaming in budget and compact pcs.
Your phone could one day become a real Steam gaming machine thanks to Valve
Valve is backing major technical efforts to run Windows PC games on ARM devices, the same chips that power your phone. It is not a Steam Phone yet, but the pieces are finally falling into place for PC games to go mobile.
I’ve decided the PS6 launch games Sony needs to dominate the next-gen console war
Which are the PS6's launch games that will guarantee Sony's dominance continues? I've got some ideas.
You can finally play Red Dead Redemption on your phone, thanks to Netflix
Netflix Games has released a mobile version of Red Dead Redemption, complete with the Undead Nightmare expansion. Netflix subscribers can download it at no extra cost, to enjoy Rockstar’s iconic Wild-West story with missions, shootouts, and open-world exploration on their phones.
The best Cyber Monday gaming deals on Amazon: PS5, GPUs, and more
Upgrade your setup with the best Cyber Monday gaming deals on Amazon, including a discounted PS5 Digital Fortnite bundle, a PowerColor Hellhound RX 9070 XT 16GB GPU near true MSRP, plus savings on a Corsair wireless headset, Keychron mechanical keyboard, Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro mouse, and Logitech G923 racing wheel.
Battlefield 6 is finally hitting cheaters where it hurts, and it’s actually working
New anti-cheat data from the team behind Battlefield 6 shows 2.4 million blocked cheat attempts and only a 2–2.5 % “match infection rate.” For players, that might mean fewer aimbots, less laggy cheating and more fair fights.
These are the three games any PS5 owner should be buying this Black Friday
Black Friday can be overwhelming, so I narrowed things down to the three PS5 games I believe are absolutely worth your money. Each one delivers a different kind of experience that deserves a place in your library.
21 great Black Friday deals: bag your bargains now
We're rounding up all the early Black Friday deals to help you make the right choice when it comes to saving.
I’ve had my PS5 five years and it’s time to replace the controller, there’s 27% off right now
PlayStation's DualSense controller hits its lowest price since... yep, you've guessed it, last Black Friday.
Blizzard finally gives you a date for WoW: Midnight, and you’d better start getting ready
Blizzard has officially announced that World of Warcraft: Midnight arrives on March 2, 2026. That gives players just enough time to wrap up raids, clear inventories and get ready for a fresh start.
PlayStation 5 can technically be a CD-player, if you’ve got a tinkerer’s heart
The PS5 refuses to play standard CDs by design. But with a unique optical drive and a clever trick, a YouTuber managed to make the console recognise data discs as USB storage, unlocking access to music, videos, and photos.
I’ve played every major Zelda game, here’s what The Legend of Zelda movie needs to get right
As a longtime Legend of Zelda fan, I hope Wes Ball does Nintendo's game franchise justice with his live-action film.