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This New Pac-Man Machine Brought Me Closer to My Teen Kids

The Pac-Man arcade cabinet from Arcade1Up brings retro gaming joy to the whole family.
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Nintendo Is Suing Palworld Creator Pocketpair

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Gold Treasure Worth a Fortune Was Hidden in a Forest. Let the Hunt Begin

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Sony’s $700 PlayStation 5 Pro Is Finally Coming in November

Following months of rumors, the company just announced its powerful yet pricey PlayStation 5 upgrade.

New AI Model Can Simulate Super Mario Bros. After Watching Gameplay Footage

Despite its limitations, the makers of MarioVGG think AI video could one day replace game engines.

Concord’s Death Offers a Bleak Look at Gaming’s Future

After eight years of development, Sony pulled the plug on Concord today after just two weeks. Fans loved it, but seemingly not enough. Is the future of the industry blockbuster-or-bust?

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Gives the Princess Powers That Link Never Got

After playing Nintendo’s highly-anticipated Switch game, we can confidently say it supplies Hyrule’s new hero Zelda with more than a sword.

Gear & Tips

The Best Cozy Games for Long, Cold Nights

Forget stressful leaderboards and time-sensitive missions. These games let you play at your own pace.

The Best Crossplay Games for Consoles and PC

These titles let you play with friends on all kinds of platforms, from computers to Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and even mobile.

The Best Nintendo Switch Games for Every Kind of Player

From Animal Well to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, these are our absolute favorite escapes for the best portable console.

The Best Keyboards for Work and Play

Whether you’re looking to boost your productivity or your Fortnite stats, these are the top typing peripherals for the job.

Reviews and Impressions 

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Sets a New High for the Series

Square Enix’s latest installment in the Final Fantasy VII reboot trilogy raises the stakes with huge open-world maps, more side-quests—and of course, chocobo.

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Is an Impressive Achievement in Storytelling

RGG’s latest Like a Dragon game trades crime melodrama for deep character development.

This Game Console Gets the Whole Family Off the Couch

The Nex Playground uses motion tracking to put you in the game for family fun with a side of fitness.

The Sony Access Controller Is a Beautiful Addition for All Gamers

Sony’s first accessible controller is an excellent start and a welcome new part of PlayStation's lineup, but it has a ways to go before being truly incredible.

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