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GTA 6 trailer: Female lead and 2025 release teased in first look

Elyse Betters Picaro — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 05:22:53 GMT

In response to an unexpected leak on social media, Rockstar Games has released the much-anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 ahead of its scheduled debut.

How to install Steam on a Chromebook: Play Steam games

Elyse Betters Picaro — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 03:58:11 GMT

If you play video games on your computer, then you definitely know about Steam. It's one of the most popular distribution platforms for the artform (and, no, we're not debating terms here). For the longest time, it's really only been a world for Windows folk with Mac and Linux users getting access to fewer games. Those with Chromebooks have lost out on the experience for years until only recently.

The Asus ROG Ally drops to $200 off at the end of Cyber Week

Jacob Fox — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 19:29:55 GMT

There's much afoot in the handheld gaming PC market of late. First the Lenovo Legion Go launched, then Valve shocked the PC gaming sphere with a stealthy Steam Deck OLED launch, and then Valve slashed Steam Deck LCD prices and Asus cut the cost of the Z1 Extreme version of its ROG Ally. There's even talk of a Steam Deck 2.

Resident Evil 4 remake will get free VR mode on PS5 this December

Oliver Haslam — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:23 GMT

Fans of the Resident Evil franchise who happen to own a PS5 and a PlayStation VR 2 are about to get a new way to scare themselves in virtual reality. Starting 8 December gamers who already own the Resident Evil 4 remake will receive a free update that adds VR support, Capcom has confirmed.

How to find and play Grand Theft Auto on Netflix when it releases

Jules Wang — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 18:49:56 GMT

The cost of your Netflix subscription keeps going up, and it's not as if you're watching way more of it than previously. One way the company is hoping to keep your attention is by offering Netflix Games, and its portfolio about to get a big boost with Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition. Interested? Here's what you need to know, including how to access it and play it.

You can play Call of Duty on Nvidia GeForce Now, including on a phone

Oliver Haslam — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 18:08:26 GMT

For the very first time fans of the rather popular Call of Duty games can play those titles via Nvidia GeForce Now cloud gaming, making it easier than ever to get your Warzone fix. The new launch isn't just all the old titles, either — gamers can play all the latest ones including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and its predecessor, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II.

Best Nintendo Switch accessories in 2023

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 22:30:20 GMT

Whether you just picked up a swish new Switch OLED, or you've had an older Switch for absolutely ages, there's always something that you can add to your console - a great accessory can be a major upgrade.

Best Shooters on PS5 2023

Max Freeman-Mills — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:30:19 GMT

A good shooter makes the world go around - or, at least, it makes owning a PS5 way more fun. Whether you're into grim military simulators, twitchy online deathmatches, third-person horror shooters or anything in between, there are so many to choose from on Sony's premier console.

COD: Modern Warfare 2 is on sale for $30 off this Cyber Monday

Max Freeman-Mills — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:30:18 GMT

We're slap bang in the middle of Cyber Monday now, with just hours left to pick up the very best deals from the past few days, and it's thrown up a doozy of a gaming option, with $30 off Modern Warfare 2. While it recently got a sequel in the form of Modern Warfare 3, last year's Call of Duty is arguably the better game despite being older - MW2 has a far superior campaign to play through, for one thing.

Everything we know about Space Marine 2: Trailers, delay, gameplay and more

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 26 Nov 2023 15:00:19 GMT

Warhammer's popularity shows no signs of turning around, and its gaming adaptations are in a really healthy spot, with plenty to pick from across a range of genres.

How to change your Xbox Live gamertag

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 09:30:18 GMT

A bit like an email address that you set up in your teenage years and now need to update to a more professional or mature option, plenty of us have a gaming handle which might undermine our credibility a little. Changing it can be a bit of a chore depending on your platform, but here we're talking about Xbox.

Call of Duty Warzone's new map: When does Season 1 start?

Max Freeman-Mills — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:30:24 GMT

Warzone is about to get its annual facelift - after the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Warzone will get a brand new map and a major update when the game's first season of content arrives.

Everything we know about Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 23 Nov 2023 22:30:19 GMT

It's been nearly 20 years since Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines dazzled players with its immersive storytelling and litany of bugs upon release, and we're still waiting for its full sequel.

Everything we know about State of Decay 3

Max Freeman-Mills — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 08:30:24 GMT

It's now been more than three years since State of Decay 3 was first unveiled in the middle of 2020, and we're still no closer to learning when the game will come out or how it'll really look.

Best upcoming Xbox One games to look forward to in 2023

Max Freeman-Mills — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 14:41:21 GMT

The Xbox One is now a pretty old console, and there's no way around that, but it still gets new releases all the time. Best of all, whether you own an Xbox One S, 4K-ready Xbox One X or one of the new-gen consoles, most games work across them all.

Best upcoming PS4 games to look forward to in 2023

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 19 Nov 2023 14:40:21 GMT

We've now had our hands on the PlayStation 5 for three years and change, so it's safe to say that the PS4 is no longer a spring chicken - it's an old console by most standards, but that doesn't mean it's finished.

Fortnite age ratings and parental controls explained for parents

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 19:30:22 GMT

Fortnite arguably sits at the summit of the gaming world for most kids of a certain age - after exploding onto the scene thanks to its free-to-play battle royale offering years ago, it's done a superb job at staying at the top.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League - Everything we know

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 10:30:21 GMT

After a bit of a delay, we're now starting to get pretty close to the rearranged release date that has been assigned to Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.

Best upcoming games for Xbox Series X and Series S 2023

Max Freeman-Mills — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 18:00:23 GMT

It's now been years since we were first able to get to grips with the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and the latest console generation is in full swing, with new games coming out all the time.

Best upcoming PS5 games to anticipate in 2023 and beyond

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 14:01:23 GMT

Sony's PlayStation 5 has now been out for a good long while, and it keeps adding impressive new titles all the time, with a load more on the horizon.

Valve confirms plans for a Steam Deck 2, but don't let that put you off the new Steam Deck OLED

Oliver Haslam — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:23:12 GMT

The Valve Steam Deck OLED is the latest thing in portable gaming, but it isn't all that much of an upgrade over the original Steam Deck. Sure, it has a new battery and a better display thanks to the use of OLED technology, but on the inside, it's essentially the same as the model that's been on sale for a while now. However, Valve says that it has plans for a new model that will be a bigger upgrade compared to what gamers are used to.

Super Mario RPG review: A faithful update

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:01:21 GMT

The unbelievable conveyor belt of gaming releases in 2023 hasn't quite slowed down yet, and Nintendo's Super Mario RPG is the latest to hove into view, reviving a beloved SNES classic on the Switch.

Everything we know about Call of Duty 2024: Black Ops 6

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 08:30:31 GMT

Modern Warfare 3 is here, and while it might be getting a middling reception it's nonetheless topping the charts - but now that its blend of multiplayer, campaign and zombies is here, it's time to start looking forward again.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 review: Call it a bad year

Max Freeman-Mills — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 16:25:26 GMT

Call of Duty games come so regularly each year that it can be tempting to see them as all being the same, one blob of shooting after another in an endless line.

Best gaming headset stands 2023

Joe Hindy — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 16:00:24 GMT

What is an expensive gaming headset without a proper stand to place it on when not in use? Nothing, that's what, which is why it's imperative to pick up one of the top display stands for your setup. The last thing you want is any more wires sullying your desk space, or an errant headset confusing the complex desk feng shui you're employing, which is why a headset stand is an essential accessory. However, they do vary in design and function, so it's important to know exactly what you need and what will fit in with your other devices.

Everything you need to know about the next Mass Effect

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 12 Nov 2023 07:00:24 GMT

It's been years since we've been able to sink our teeth into a truly new Mass Effect game, and while the stellar re-release of the original trilogy was a welcome boon, the next game is still at the forefront of our minds.

EE Pocket-lint Awards 2023: Game of the Year

Max Freeman-Mills — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 18:00:22 GMT

This has been a banner year for gaming releases, one that will likely be remembered in the same breath as the halcyon year of 2007 - the hits just haven't stopped coming.

Best PC games to buy 2023: The top games to add to your collection

Adrian Willings — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 07:00:22 GMT

PC gaming has played host to almost all of the best games ever made down the decades, so there are basically now countless titles that you could pick to play on your gaming PC.

GTA 6: Trailer premiere, announcement and everything you should know about Grand Theft Auto 6

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 09:30:41 GMT

We've endured literally years of speculation, but resolution is finally on its way, with Grand Theft Auto 6 confirmed as being ready to unveil next month.

Fortnite's massive OG weekend shows that gaming nostalgia isn't just about retro remakes

Max Freeman-Mills — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 18:11:22 GMT

Fortnite just had the biggest single day in its history, with a staggering 44.7 million players logging in to play at some point throughout Saturday 4 November, all prompted by the revival of parts of its first ever battle royale map.

Nintendo Switch Online membership price, games list, features and more

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 05 Nov 2023 15:11:14 GMT

Nintendo took a while to catch up to Sony and Microsoft when it comes to online play, but it now has one big service to cover a bunch of different features - Nintendo Switch Online.

How to move downloaded Nintendo Switch games to microSD card

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 04 Nov 2023 11:30:20 GMT

The modern generation of gaming consoles has made it increasingly challenging to manage your storage - games are getting bigger, and consoles like the Switch haven't necessarily kept up with those increases.

Alan Wake 2 review: Spiralling into madness

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 12:23:07 GMT

Remedy Entertainment has come a long way since the first Alan Wake game, with Control in particular breaking it out into the developer big leagues.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater - trailers, story and all details

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 18:30:26 GMT

If you're totting up gaming series that have been touted as revolutionary in pretty much every iteration they've had, the Metal Gear Solid franchise has to be right up there. It's got so many classic moments to offer, and the third game, Snake Eater, is many people's favourite entry in the whole series.

10 best Apple Watch games: Our top gaming picks for your wrist

Adam Davidson — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:00:25 GMT

Portable gaming isn't a new thing. Popular products like the Nintendo Switch or the Steam Deck allow you to take your gaming on the go. But there may be times when you're ready for a session of gaming and don't have your portable gaming device with you. Wouldn't it be great if there was a gaming machine that you had with you all the time, maybe even when you're in bed?

PlayStation Plus games list, price and tiers explained

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 21:05:23 GMT

PlayStation Plus is Sony's gaming subscription service - required for most online play on PlayStation 4 and PS5 consoles.

How to get a PlayStation Store refund

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 16:31:35 GMT

Buying a game, a bit of downloadable content, a movie, or any number of other digital items from the PlayStation Store doesn't have to be an irreversible choice - Sony does have a refund system in place to let you get your money back.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder review: Fizzing with ideas

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:00:37 GMT

It's been a while coming, but Super Mario Bros. Wonder is finally here to give the 2D side of Mario's lineage a long-awaited update and inject it with some new ideas.

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 review: Worth hunting down

Max Freeman-Mills — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:00:33 GMT

Insomniac's hot streak continues - this is clearly a studio at the very top of its game, churning out top-quality titles at a volume that almost makes no sense.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 preview: Beta impressions

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:00:34 GMT

What do you make of a beta? I'm still scarred from over-investing in the incredibly impressive audio of last year's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 beta, audio which completely disappeared at launch, so I'm more cautious for Modern Warfare 3's.

Animal Crossing New Horizons tips and tricks: 10 essential hints

Max Freeman-Mills — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 17:20:34 GMT

Animal Crossing: New Horizons has proved to be one of, if not the, most popular games for the Nintendo Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite. You might also have played it yourself already.

Best October Prime Day gaming deals 2023: Save on games, headsets, more

Max Freeman-Mills — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:15:33 GMT

Here we are - Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is about to start, a new opportunity to pick up some sterling deals directly from Amazon if you're a Prime member.

Best October Prime Day PS5 deals 2023

Max Freeman-Mills — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:01:58 GMT

Prime Day (aka Amazon Prime Big Deal Days) runs on October 10-11, so it's currently running with deals on games and accessories for the PlayStation 5, which might just be able to claim to be the hottest console around.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder preview: Hands on with Mario's latest

Max Freeman-Mills — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 13:27:43 GMT

It's been too long since we got a proper Mario platformer, but Super Mario Bros. Wonder is finally almost upon us, and it's looking like it could be a pretty meaningful update to the decades-old formula.

Today would be a terrible time to buy a new Valve Steam Deck, here's why

Oliver Haslam — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 13:17:51 GMT

If you don't yet have a Valve Steam Deck to call your own, now might not be the time to consider fixing that by treating yourself to a new handheld gaming system. Because if you do, it might turn out that you bought the old model pretty soon.

The best Pokemon Go tips and tricks

Chris Hall — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 19:15:35 GMT

The basics of Pokemon Go are simple and fun. You walk, you catch Pokemon, you collect as many as you can and you visit Poke Stops to load your backpack up with goodies to help your Trainer along the way.

Call of Duty Next 2023: How to watch the COD livestream

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:30:34 GMT

We're now just weeks away from sinking our teeth into Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, and Activision is going to reveal more of the game, and more besides, at its annual COD: Next event very soon.

Assassin's Creed Mirage review: Back to basics

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 11:06:31 GMT

The threat of bloat is real, and the Assassin's Creed series is a prime example - its games have been getting bigger and bigger, culminating in the simply giant sprawl of Valhalla.

Forza Motorsport review: Practice makes perfect

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:05:34 GMT

Forza's core has felt a little muddled over the last half-decade, as the success of its excellent casual offshoot Horizon series outstripped the original Motorsport titles both in sales and frequency.

Best RPGs for Nintendo Switch 2023: Top role-playing games

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 18:30:35 GMT

A good role-playing game is like no other genre, letting you slip into a new identity like a new set of clothes, offering up a world to explore and embed yourself within.

How to fix slow game downloads on Steam: Tips and tricks to boost download speeds

Adrian Willings — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 17:00:46 GMT

When you've purchased a shiny new game on Steam you're no doubt in a hurry to get that game downloaded and installed so you can get to the actual fun of playing.

PlayStation Plus free PS5 and PS4 games for October 2023: The Callisto Protocol and more

Max Freeman-Mills — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 22:00:33 GMT

Each month, PS5 and PS4 owners who subscribe to one of Sony's PlayStation Plus tiers get to download and play a great selection of free games.

How to optimise your PC for gaming

Adrian Willings — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 13:31:35 GMT

So you've purchased yourself a shiny new gaming PC or built yourself one from scratch and you're ready to start gaming. But just because you've got a fresh copy of Windows installed and your games downloaded doesn't mean your PC is necessarily running at its best.

Everything we know about The Sims 5: Every detail about "Project Rene" so far

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 21:00:36 GMT

After plenty of rumours and speculation, The Sims 5 is official.

EA Sports FC 24 review: Rebranding exercise

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 20:00:33 GMT

FIFA is back - wait, no, I've fluffed my lines. FC 24 is here, and FIFA is no more, a licensing scuffle having led to the world's biggest sports game getting a pretty high-stakes rebrand under EA Sports' own name.

PS5 DualSense vs DualSense Edge

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:30:29 GMT

Sony smartly announced an upgraded version of its PS5 controller in late August 2022, called the DualSense Edge - meaning it's now been available for quite a while.

What are Discord bots, and how can they help your server?

Abhinav Lal — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 16:00:37 GMT

Discord servers are virtual meeting spaces where people gather to catch up, collaborate, compete, discuss, or entertain themselves. While the service originated as a voice chat and instant messaging service for gamers inside and outside games, it has been used by more than gamers since its inception. Discord has now become a platform for communities, with servers ranging from intimate places for a few friends to millions-strong for users of AI tools and players of popular video game titles.

Mortal Kombat 1 review: A gory good time

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 21:09:27 GMT

Mortal Kombat's back, bringing with it all the trappings you'd expect - gory special moves and Fatalities, a zippy and entertaining story mode to gun through, and online matchmaking for the dedicated.

How to upgrade your Xbox Series X/S, One storage

Rik Henderson — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 17:15:29 GMT

The current generation of consoles might have elevated gaming to a new level, but thanks to Microsoft's decision to make the Xbox Series X and S part of the same ecosystem as Xbox One, they are all compatible with the same accessories.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth hands-on preview: An expansive step-up

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 03:01:30 GMT

The Final Fantasy franchise is in rude health after the great reception of Final Fantasy 16 earlier this year, and now fans have the second part of its mammoth remake of Final Fantasy 7 to look forward to - Rebirth.

Leaked Xbox Series X refresh could ditch its monolithic look for this cylindrical one

Oliver Haslam — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 11:46:20 GMT

Microsoft appears to have big plans for the popular Xbox Series X, including a refreshed model that will include new features and a dramatic new look.

Best upcoming Switch games to look forward to in 2023: Top Nintendo titles

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 17:30:27 GMT

The Nintendo Switch has proved itself as a superb alternative to major consoles from Sony and Xbox, offering something else besides - portability. It's still just as impressive now that the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S are on the scene, too.

The Crew Motorfest review: Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 11:01:25 GMT

The Crew was already an interesting series thanks to the way it approached an open world, compressing huge swathes of countryside down into a playable map - but it's just taken a hard turn at a crossroad.

What is Stream Sniping and what can you do about it?

Adrian Willings — Sat, 16 Sep 2023 11:20:27 GMT

Over the last few years, more and more people have been getting into streaming on Twitch, YouTube and Facebook.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Release date, trailers and everything we know

Max Freeman-Mills — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 22:00:26 GMT

Square Enix blew us away when it released Final Fantasy 7 Remake in 2020, a gorgeous update to a game that has echoed through gaming history as one of its most revered stories.

Starfield review: A galactic smorgasbord

Max Freeman-Mills — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 09:02:19 GMT

Starfield has arrived with potentially the highest stakes attached to a major game release in quite some time - its success and that of Xbox as a whole feel more intertwined than they remotely are in reality.

Xbox Game Pass Core: Price, games list and more

Dave LeClair — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 11:01:27 GMT

Microsoft is killing Xbox Live little by little. The company has replaced the Xbox Live portion of its subscription offerings with a new tier of Game Pass called Xbox Game Pass Core. It's more affordable than Game Pass Console and Ultimate but has some limitations to justify the lower cost. Despite that, it's a solid offering for those on a budget that lets you into the Game Pass ecosystem without breaking the bank too much.

Best shooters for Xbox Series X and S 2023

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 16:01:28 GMT

Shooters are entwined with the very history of gaming - whether they're third-person, first-person or arranged in any other way, we've been shooting things on home game consoles for decades at this point.

Starfield tips and tricks: Have a smoother time in Bethesda's giant sci-fi game

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 13:30:28 GMT

Starfield is out at last, and thanks to its inclusion on Xbox Game Pass you can easily play it without having to even buy the game - making it easy to step into Bethesda's new, gigantic science fiction universe.

Elden Ring tips and tricks: Hints for getting started

Max Freeman-Mills — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:54:26 GMT

Elden Ring has been one of the most successful games of recent years, having been greeted on release with the sort of critical acclaim that most developers only dream of. Millions of players have had the chance to explore its marvellous open world.

Best Xbox Series X/S RPGs 2023

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:00:27 GMT

We adore role-playing games - titles that let us explore not just fresh new worlds but also meet new characters, including the chance to shape our own player character as we experience the story and plot, in their shoes.

Best Xbox Series X/S games 2023

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:30:29 GMT

We're now fully embedded in the Xbox Series X and Series S generation, each console offering something different depending on your budget and space, but both with the same roster of amazing games to explore.

Xbox Game Pass games list, price and what you need to know

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 02 Sep 2023 20:05:26 GMT

Microsoft has a few tiers of subscription services for owners of the Xbox One, Xbox Series X or Series S.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Release date, trailer, pre-order and more

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 17:36:28 GMT

Nintendo finally announced the next big Mario game as part of its Nintendo Direct in June 2023, after a long wait for a fully new game featuring its world-famous mascot.

Immortals of Aveum review: Shoot the magic

Dave LeClair — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 13:31:28 GMT

Back in 2018, Ascendant Studios rose from the ashes of Telltale games. The company announced Immortals of Aveum a few years later at The Game Awards 2022 and, after a delay, the game finally launched in August 2023.

Nintendo Direct September 2023: How to watch the live stream

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:30:18 GMT

Nintendo will host its latest Direct online presentation on Thursday 14 September 2023.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon review: No longer niche

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:36:14 GMT

It's been a while since From Software dipped a toe into its extremely long-running Armored Core series - almost a decade, in fact, during which time it's become perhaps the single most revered developer working today.

Call of Duty Mobile tips and tricks: How to play and win

Chris Hall — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 19:00:27 GMT

Call of Duty Mobile brings a heady mix of action, both in multiplayer and battle royale gameplay and it's one of the most popular shooters on mobile devices. But if you're new to the game, there's a lot to take in to get you started and get you winning matches and cranking up your XP. So let's dive into how you can get the most out of Call of Duty: Mobile in our extensive tips and tricks.

Call of Duty Warzone: Tips and tricks

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 27 Aug 2023 20:45:29 GMT

Warzone has been a phenomenon over the last few years, exploding Call of Duty's relevance out from just multiplayer into the booming world of battle royales.

Xbox Cloud Gaming games list, price, platforms and everything you need to know

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 14:04:27 GMT

Microsoft has its own cloud gaming platform.

Amazon Luna pricing, availability, games list, devices and all you need to know

Rik Henderson — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 14:00:27 GMT

Launched in the US in October 2020. Amazon's own cloud gaming service has recently launched in the UK, Canada and Germany too.

How to stream PC games to another device

Adrian Willings — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 13:30:27 GMT

There are various ways to play PC games in your home, the obvious one being from your own gaming PC.

Upcoming PC games: Best new games to look forward to

Adrian Willings — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:00:27 GMT

There are plenty of incredible games coming to PC this year and beyond. From upcoming triple-A games to highly hyped gems, there's plenty to look forward to, whatever your gaming passion.

How to play Android games on a PC with Google Play Games

Elyse Betters Picaro — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 17:10:26 GMT

A while back Google announced it is bringing Android games to Windows PCs through a desktop "Google Play Games" app for PC. Now, it's more widely available and there's a beta of the gaming hub app that you can join for free right now.

Meta Quest 3 launch excitement builds with this latest unboxing leak

Dave LeClair — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 14:30:27 GMT

The $500 Meta Quest 3 is set to be officially shown off in about a month, but a lucky leaker appears to have gotten their hands on the headset ahead of launch. An X/Twitter user known as VR Panda Alex From CHN posted a full video of themselves pulling the virtual reality headset from its box, revealing the experience we'll get to enjoy when the headset arrives.

What is Ubisoft+? Ubisoft's subscription service explained

Max Freeman-Mills — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:30:28 GMT

It might not be as famous as Xbox Game Pass or PlayStation Plus, but Ubisoft has its own gaming subscription service - Ubisoft+.

Starfield: Release date, trailers and more

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 13:30:26 GMT

Years of waiting are finally over - Starfield is here, the brand new game from Bethesda Game Studios.

Blasphemous 2 review: Immaculately conceived

Max Freeman-Mills — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:00:27 GMT

It's the on-ramp into a season of truly titanic gaming releases, from a new Call of Duty and Assassin's Creed to Spider-Man 2 and Alan Wake 2, but that doesn't mean an indie gem can't gazump its way into the spotlight.

What is Steam? Valve's PC gaming platform explained

Max Freeman-Mills — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 15:00:26 GMT

If you're a big PC gamer, there's absolutely no way you haven't heard of Steam. Valve's platform has gone from an interesting way to buy games to basically the dominant force in the market, over the course of a couple of decades.

How to play Netflix Games on your TV

Dave LeClair — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:10:23 GMT

Chances are, Netflix already dominates your TV time with all the streaming content on the service. Now, the company wants to bring games to your TV, too. Netflix announced a limited beta test for games on TV and through a web browser for select members in Canada and UK. With it, you can stream certain games on the big screen, which goes along with Netflix's mobile game initiative that started in 2021.

Baldur's Gate 3 review: A sprawling RPG epic

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 18:00:25 GMT

Larian had been cranking out solid games in the Divinity series for a good few years before its reputation skyrocketed with the release of Divinity 2: Original Sin. It struck gold with its combination of role-playing fun and devilishly organic combat.

Best Mac games 2023: All the best games

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 12 Aug 2023 19:13:26 GMT

For the longest time there wasn't much of an association between Macs and gaming - it was hard to get working and the computers were generally graphically weak.

What is the Netflix Game Controller app, and how do you use it?

Dave LeClair — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 21:52:59 GMT

Netflix is always up to something new, it seems. The company has made a heavy push into mobile games, offering many bite-sized experiences for its subscribers. Now, it looks like the company wants to expand its gaming footprint to the big screen, thanks to a new Game Controller app.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3: Release date, beta, trailers and more

Max Freeman-Mills — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 17:38:47 GMT

Modern Warfare 3 is finally official - Call of Duty is staying right where it is, with a direct continuation of the action from 2022's Modern Warfare 2.

Pokémon Presents August 2023 event: How to watch and what to expect

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 13:16:25 GMT

The Pokémon Company is holding a new Pokémon Presents video presentation on 8 August with plenty of surprises likely in store.

Baldur's Gate 3: Release date, platforms, story, trailers and more

Max Freeman-Mills — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 23:10:24 GMT

Baldur's Gate is one of the great gaming franchises, thanks to a pair of storied RPGs from the good old golden days of isometric gaming.

New PS5 beta software: What it adds and how to get it

Max Freeman-Mills — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 09:55:23 GMT

Sony is rolling out a new system software beta update to PlayStation 5 users today. Users who are enrolled in its beta system will get some brand new options, including expanded Dolby Atmos support and much more.Here's what the July 2023 system software beta update adds to PlayStation 5. You can also scroll down to check out how to register for the beta program for future trials.

Best indie games on PS5 2023: Top independent games

Max Freeman-Mills — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 08:40:25 GMT

No console is truly complete without a burgeoning independent gaming scene - from the days of the Xbox 360 and PS3 onwards, these smaller games have provided huge amounts of fun for gamers, often through digital storefronts and with lower prices.

Best puzzle games on Switch: Get thinking with these clever games

Max Freeman-Mills — Sat, 29 Jul 2023 13:09:27 GMT

The Nintendo Switch is a superb console for many reasons, not the least of which is that it plays host to a huge range of genres and types of game. If you're looking for a new title for the Switch and fancy a bit of a puzzle, this is the list for you.

How to pre-order the amazing Spider-Man 2 limited edition PS5

Max Freeman-Mills — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 15:56:26 GMT

Sony rocked up to the San Diego Comic-Con with ammunition - principally in the form of Marvel's Spider-Man 2, which is now just around the corner ahead of its October release.