The best Nintendo Switch games of 2024: Zelda, Mario Party, and more

If 2024 was the Nintendo Switch's last full year, it went out in a memorably eclectic fashion.

Features         December 11, 2024

Try this beautiful new game that just surprise-launched ahead of The Game Awards

The Game Awards season just kicked off with the surprise release of Naiad, a minimalist adventure game that's worth checking out.

Features         December 10, 2024

The Game Awards’ world premiere reveals just started two days early

In collaboration with The Game Awards, Wholesome Games just showcased over 20 upcoming titles, including a few surprise releases.

News         December 10, 2024

How Astro Bot charmed its way to becoming our Game of the Year

Astro Bot is Digital Trends' 2024 game of the year, but that decision came with a lot of soul searching.

Features         December 10, 2024

Our favorite indies of 2024: 10 must-play games you shouldn’t miss

From Animal Well to Balatro, these indies made 2024 a fantastic year for original games.

Features         December 9, 2024

The 10 best video games of 2024

It's been another year full of incredible video games, even if it didn't seem like it at a surface glance. These are our favorite games of 2024.

Features         December 9, 2024

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: Nazi punching never felt so good

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle delivers plenty of Nazi-punching catharsis, but brainy exploration is its real superpower.

Reviews         December 5, 2024

If Monument Valley 3 can’t get eyes on Netflix Games, what can?

Monument Valley 3 is another lovely entry in one of mobile's most defining series, and another game that highlights the struggle of Netflix's gaming ambitions.

Features         December 5, 2024

I finally tried some XR glasses that made me a believer

The Xreal One is taking a big swing at the Apple Vision Pro with significantly improved latency thanks to a first-of-its-kind chip.

Features         December 4, 2024

The Nintendo Switch’s new fitness game punched me into shape

Do not take Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer lightly unless you want to end up in a world of aches.

Features         December 4, 2024

Meta Quest 3S or PSVR2? Which headset to buy during Cyber Week

The PlayStation VR2 got a massive price cut for Cyber Week, but you might still want to spring for a Meta Quest 3S.

Deals         December 3, 2024

This is the Game of the Year nominee you should buy during Cyber Week

Almost all of the Game Awards' Game of the Year nominees are on sale for Cyber Week, but one deal beats them all.

Deals         December 3, 2024

AntonBlast is a Wario Land tribute cranked up to 11

AntonBlast pays tribute to Wario Land in the loudest and proudest way possible.

Features         December 3, 2024

I thought I hated Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Now I love it

Dragon Age: The Veilguard may be remembered as a divisive RPG, but it told one of 2024's most vital and misunderstood stories.

Features         December 3, 2024

My go-to gaming headset is on sale for Cyber Monday, and it’s worth it now

Corsair's Virtuoso Max wireless headset launched with a few quirks, but this Cyber Monday discount makes them worth buying now.

Deals         December 2, 2024

Infinity Nikki review: stylish open-world adventure is a dream come true

Infinity Nikki combines Breath of the Wild, Mario Odyssey, and Genshin Impact into one incredibly delightful open-world adventure that's destined for success.

Reviews         December 2, 2024

I ended up on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s lamest date. It was perfect for me

Some players ended up on a date with Tifa or Aerith in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. I spent an evening with Red XIII, and it was the scene I needed to see.

Features         December 2, 2024

PlayStation VR2 review: a powerful VR headset that’s begging to be played

PlayStation VR2 delivers a clear and comfortable VR experience, but it's currently lacking games that test its power.

Reviews         December 2, 2024

Don’t get a PS5 Pro for Cyber Monday. The regular PS5 is the better deal

If you're buying a PS5 this Cyber Monday, don't be tempted by the Pro. The regular old PS5 is the better deal.

Deals         December 1, 2024

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League price plummets to $4 in Steam Autumn Sale

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League just got a dramatic 95% price cut during the Steam Autumn Sale, cutting the price down to under $5.

News         November 27, 2024

Sniper Elite: Resistance makes Nazi hunting great again

We jumped into a tense mission from the upcoming Sniper Elite: Resistance to put our Nazi-hunting skills to the test once again.

Features         November 25, 2024

Forget the PS5 Pro. The Atari 7800+ is this holiday’s hottest console

Why buy a PS5 Pro this holiday season when you can get the delightfully detailed Atari 7800+ for much less?

Features         November 25, 2024

If the Game Awards have you bummed, check out the Indie Game Award nominations

If you're unhappy with this year's The Game Awards nominations, check out The Indie Game Awards.

Features         November 19, 2024

We made our own 2024 Game Awards expansion pack with 5 new categories

This year's Game Awards could have used a few new categories to avoid controversy, so we went ahead and made them ourselves.

Features         November 18, 2024

The Game Awards 2024 nominations: all the surprises and snubs

This year's Game Awards nominations are filled with surprises, both pleasant and disappointing. Let's break down the good, the bad, and the snubs.

Features         November 18, 2024

I own a PlayStation 5 Pro. It still hasn’t replaced my regular old PS5

After living with the PlayStation 5 Pro for a few weeks, I'm still using my regular old PS5 more than I expected to.

Features         November 18, 2024

Is Apple Arcade still kicking? We demoed 4 upcoming games to find out

Apple Arcade is still going strong, with games scheduled to launch into 2025. We tried four upcoming titles to take a health check on Apple's gaming service.

Features         November 17, 2024

I tried the Apple Vision Pro’s next original game. It’s a tactile delight

This January, Apple Vision Pro is offering a new spin on tower defense with the tactile, charming Gears & Goo. We took it for a spin.

Features         November 16, 2024

The Callisto Protocol’s first spinoff is a strange, fun Hades clone

The Callisto Protocol's first spinoff game, [REDACTED], looks like a horror-themed Hades clone, but it has a few bright ideas of its own.

Features         November 15, 2024

PlayStation 5 Pro review: PS5 upgrade delivers few compromises at a cost

The PS5 Pro impresses thanks to PSSR upscaling, but its more subtle upgrades will only wow hardcore tech enthusiasts.

Reviews         November 15, 2024

Sonic Rumble is a fun battle royale, but an oddly slow Sonic spinoff

We played a few rounds of Sonic Rumble, the Blue Blur's surprisingly slow take on the battle royale genre.

Features         November 14, 2024

Don’t sleep on Infinity Nikki. It could be 2024’s biggest video game

If you haven't heard of Infinity Nikki yet, you might want to familiarize yourself with it as it could be one of 2024's biggest game launches.

Features         November 14, 2024

This must-try new horror game is the creepy love child of Silent Hill and Killer7

Sorry We're Closed takes the Silent Hill horror formula and places it into a remarkably inventive indie that's stylish as heck.

Features         November 14, 2024

Lego Horizon Adventures review: Sony’s mash-up is an odd but charming fit

Lego Horizon Adventures has all the lighthearted charm of a Lego game, but doesn't perfectly snap that into Horizon's world.

Reviews         November 13, 2024