The “anywhere” PC: why your next console should be a handheld

Console gaming is mobile now. We review the best handheld PCs for 2026, featuring the Steam Deck OLED and the new Lenovo Legion Go S, plus the essential accessories to complete your kit.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 29

The “wallhack” audio setup: why gamers are ditching headsets for IEMs

Why do pros use earbuds? We explain the "wallhack" audio setup and review the best gaming IEMs and DACs from Sony, Sennheiser, and Sound Blaster.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 28

Under $60 for a solid wireless gaming mouse is the kind of deal you don’t wait on

Save $70 on the CORSAIR M75 Wireless lightweight optical RGB gaming mouse, now $59.99 (compared value $129.99). An ambidextrous wireless mouse built for fast control, long-session comfort, and an easy setup upgrade.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 27

Your controller may soon track your heart rate during intense matches

Anbernic’s RG G01 controller integrates a heart rate sensor and display, combining gaming controls with wellness tracking and signaling a new trend in smart gaming accessories.

Moinak Pal     January 26

Your portable PS4 Slim dream just got a real-world build

A modder’s portable PS4 Slim build looks closer to a real handheld, with a trimmed motherboard, OLED screen, HDMI output, and safety features like thermal monitoring and a low-voltage cutoff.

Paulo Vargas     January 26

Your charging cable might get a workout if you try ‘Charchery’

‘Charchery’ turns the charging port into a game mechanic, letting players shoot arrows by inserting and pulling out their cable.

Moinak Pal     January 25

Your Fable reboot preview is here, open world Albion looks gloriously chaotic

Fable’s extended preview outlines a bigger, more reactive Albion, with open-world freedom, reputation-driven consequences, and flexible “style-weaving” combat, all heading to PS5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC in autumn 2026.

Paulo Vargas     January 23

Nintendo’s latest product wants to cheer you up with random quips

Nintendo's Talking Flower is a Mario-inspired toy that speaks random phrases throughout the day.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 23

Your next road trip is booked: Forza Horizon 6 comes this May

Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19, 2026 for Xbox and PC, with a PlayStation 5 version confirmed for later this year.

Varun Mirchandani     January 22

The mouse that makes your whole setup feel faster is 38% off

Save 38% on the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro, now $99 (was $159.99). A premium ergonomic gaming mouse built for long sessions, fast control, and a more responsive everyday setup.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 22

Your Prince of Persia remake is dead, Ubisoft is reshaping its lineup

The Prince of Persia Sands of Time Remake canceled news is now official. Ubisoft has confirmed it has discontinued the long-delayed remake, closing the door on a modern take of the 2003 classic after years of setbacks. The cancellation lands inside a broader shake-up at Ubisoft, one that’s meant to tighten greenlights and concentrate spending. […]

Paulo Vargas     January 22

Your ARM Windows laptop just became a gaming machine

Microsoft’s Xbox app is now available on Windows 11 ARM PCs, with over 85 % of Game Pass games supported natively.

Varun Mirchandani     January 21

The 144Hz IPS era is over: why 240Hz OLED is the only monitor you should buy

144Hz is outdated. We review the best 240Hz OLED gaming monitors for 2026, featuring massive price drops on AOC QD-OLEDs and the innovative LG Dual Mode.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 21

You might want to grab a Switch 2 now to avoid a price hike later in 2026

Nintendo's Switch 2 could see a price hike in 2026 as rising memory costs, tariffs, and market pressures loom, prompting early buyers to wonder whether now is the cheapest time to jump in.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 21

Marathon is almost here as Bungie confirms release date and cross-platform support

After being pushed back from its original window, Marathon is finally nearing release, with Bungie promising changes shaped by criticism from its alpha playtest and a renewed push to refine the experience.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 20

Stop waiting for the desktop RTX 50 series: why mobile Blackwell is the smarter buy right now

NVIDIA's mobile Blackwell is here. We test the efficiency claims and rank the best RTX 5090 and 5070 Ti laptops to buy right now, featuring a massive deal on the Acer Predator.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 19

Popular Cyberpunk 2077 VR mod removed after CD Projekt Red intervention

A popular Cyberpunk 2077 VR mod that let players explore Night City in virtual reality has been taken down after CD Projekt Red issued a DMCA notice against its creator.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 19

You can switch PS5 to Xbox in five seconds on this 3-in-1 gaming console

A YouTube builder has turned platform hopping into a button press. The Ningtendo PXBOX 5 is a 3-in-1 gaming console that combines PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2 hardware in a single tower, then lets you cycle between platforms in under five seconds. The goal is simple, stop forcing players to buy multiple machines just to […]

Paulo Vargas     January 19

Microsoft may soon let you stream your Xbox games for free, with ads and playtime limits

Microsoft could soon launch its rumored ad-supported tier for Xbox Cloud Gaming, with notices already appearing prematurely for some gamers.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 19

MSI’s AMD Claw A8 finally nears U.S. release after months of global delays

MSI’s Claw A8 handheld, powered by Ryzen Z2 Extreme, is finally nearing U.S. availability after months of unclear delays, entering a competitive and price-sensitive handheld gaming landscape.

Moinak Pal     January 18

Gigabyte says your handheld gaming PC won’t ship without a real twist

Gigabyte is considering a handheld gaming PC, but CEO Eddie Lin says it won’t launch without a clear differentiator. At CES 2026, he signaled originality comes before timing, pricing, or regions.

Paulo Vargas     January 16

The Forza Horizon 6 release date leak looks real, but don’t lock your plans yet

A Forza Horizon 5 pop-up hints at a mid-May 2026 Forza Horizon 6 launch, but it hasn't shown up widely. Here's why you should wait for Xbox Developer Direct on January 22.

Paulo Vargas     January 15

Civilization VII Arcade Edition on Apple Arcade to land on your iPhone soon

Civilization VII Arcade Edition on Apple Arcade lands February 5, bringing a full-scale strategy favorite to iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It’s the headline add in a four-game drop with no ads or in-app purchases.

Paulo Vargas     January 15

Meta’s VR gaming push is shrinking, and you’ll feel it

Meta’s VR gaming push is shrinking, and you’ll feel it. Reality Labs layoffs and the closure of the studios behind Resident Evil 4 and Deadpool point to fewer big exclusives for Quest owners.

Paulo Vargas     January 14

Call of Duty may finally make it to your Nintendo Switch soon

Back in 2023, Microsoft inked a 10-year deal with Nintendo to bring Xbox games, including Call of Duty, to Nintendo platforms. It appears the launch is drawing close, as a data miner has spotted code related to Nintendo in a recent Call of Duty update. Although the data miner, who goes by Reality on X, […]

Pranob Mehrotra     January 13

Why building a gaming PC in 2026 makes no sense

Skip the DIY tax. We found the best prebuilt gaming PCs to buy right now, with massive savings on RTX 5080, 5070 Ti, and Ryzen 9000 systems from Best Buy.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 12

Acer still won’t tell you the Nitro Blaze handheld release date

Acer spent CES 2026 showing off monitors, laptops, and other hardware in Las Vegas. What it didn’t show was just as telling. There was no sign of the Nitro Blaze handheld gaming PCs it has teased for more than a year. If you’re waiting for the Acer Nitro Blaze handheld release date before you buy […]

Paulo Vargas     January 9

Want softer Switch 2 controllers? Nintendo’s new Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 colors are next

Nintendo is adding Light Purple and Light Green Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 colors, launching February 12, 2026. US orders are live at $99.99, while the UK listing at £74.99 is sold out.

Paulo Vargas     January 9

Xbox’s Avowed is coming to PS5, and you can pre-order it today

Avowed is coming to PlayStation 5 on February 17, 2026, and pre-orders are live now. Here’s the price, what’s confirmed so far, and why Standard may be the smarter pick.

Paulo Vargas     January 9

Save $350 on a Legion gaming desktop with RTX 5070 and 32GB RAM

Save $350 on the Lenovo Legion Tower 5 gaming desktop with AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, 32GB memory, and a 1TB SSD. Now $1,529.99 for a balanced, high-refresh-ready setup.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 8

Intel wants to power your next handheld with Core G3 chips

Intel is reportedly preparing Intel Core G3 handheld chips based on Panther Lake, with Arc B390 integrated graphics gains as the main hook. Here’s what that could mean for portable gaming PCs.

Paulo Vargas     January 8

Nvidia GeForce Now is coming to your Fire TV Stick later this year

Nvidia has announced that a native GeForce Now app for Fire TV sticks is coming later this year.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 6

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 […]

Rami Tabari     January 6

This PS5 Digital Edition deal drops the price to $399.99 (save $100), even if you ignore the Fortnite bundle

Save $100 on the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition 825GB Fortnite Flowering Chaos Bundle, now $399.99 (was $499.99). A genuinely good PS5 deal even if you don’t care about Fortnite.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 2