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Steam Achievement Sets will stop DLCs from ruining your 100 percent record

Steam has launched Achievement Sets in beta.

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GuliKit TT Max review: The granddaddy of Switch 2 controllers

This is the Switch 2 gamepad for big hands.

NVIDIA's RTX Spark is good for Windows, even if you don't need local AI

NVIDIA's RTX Spark is meant for AI fiends, but it could end up helping Windows PCs in general

Adobe rebuilt Photoshop and Premiere for NVIDIA's RTX Spark platform

Adobe has 'rearchitected' Photoshop, Premiere and Substance 3D to work faster on computers powered by NVIDIA's RTX Spark AI superchip.

Xbox has a teeny new gamepad

The $50 Xbox Nano Controller is five inches long and weighs 3.5 ounces.

2026 standout Titanium Court is springing onto consoles and mobile on October 29

One of the best games of the year won't be confined to Steam for much longer.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake plays even better than it looks

Link is getting a lot more than just a visual glow up for the new Switch 2 version.

8BitDo Ultimate 2C review: A fabulous Switch 2 controller at a fraction of the price

Hall effect sticks, haptics and extra bumpers... for how much?

What is NVIDIA DLSS and how does it work?

NVIDIA's upscaling software is truly powerful when used in the right situations.

How to boost your GPU performance without buying a new one

With an older GPU, you'll need to go without some of the fancy features, but you can still enjoy high frame rates with the right changes.

Beats is collaborating with Pokémon for a Pikachu-themed Pill speaker

The collab we've all been waiting for ever since Tim Cook met up with Pikachu.

8BitDo Ultimate 2 review: The best Switch 2 controller out there

Everything is within reach on 8BitDo's Ultimate 2, even for small hands.

The reason the Xbox Series S is so much cheaper than the Series X

The Xbox Series X and S have seen the same price hikes as all other gaming hardware, but the Series S still provides a lower cost to entry.

Steam Frame teardown reveals one problem with its future repairs

In an otherwise repairable device, the cooling fan is hard to reach.

The meaning behind the padlock symbol in your PlayStation 5 game library

Digital game licenses aren't perfect, which is why you might see a padlock icon blocking you from PS5 games.

We're in the middle of a PS5 Pro shortage and GTA 6 will only make it worse

Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to become the most popular game ever and Sony is finding it very difficult to satisfy demand for the PlayStation 5 Pro.

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Here's how much the PlayStation 5 cost in 2020 vs. 2026

The PS5 hasn't seen a major price cut or bundle like its predecessors. Instead, you'll pay even more for one today than at launch.

GameStop is hoping PS5 Pro buyers are desperate enough to pay $500 over MSRP

A shortage has driven resale prices through the roof.

Forza Horizon 6 is coming to PS5 on January 26

The racing game's first expansion will also be available early next year.

Xbox's new division will focus on TV and movie adaptations of its biggest franchises

No really, how are you going to adapt Candy Crush.

Here's what the $6,000 Surface RTX Spark Dev Box looks like

Honestly, a bit like an oversized Lego brick.

Microsoft's Surface RTX Spark Dev Box costs an eye-watering $6,000

It ships in November, if you can afford it.

Surface Laptop Ultra hands-on: A beautiful beast powered by NVIDIA's RTX Spark

Yes, it's just a premium laptop. But it sure looks pretty.

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Microsoft Windows and Surface event 2026: Live updates as Satya Nadella and Jensen Huang take the stage

More details on the Surface Laptop Ultra and NVIDIA RTX Spark are coming, but what else?

How to watch the Microsoft Windows and Surface event

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang join Windows and Devices chief Pavan Davuluri at the company's San Francisco event today.

Affordable alternatives to Nintendo's Switch 2 Pro Controller

Nintendo's best controller is expensive, so here are some cheaper, awesome alts.

4 simple benchmarks to test your PC's performance

PC benchmarks let you figure out exactly how your GPU, CPU and other components are performing so you don't have to guess.

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort hands-on: Bigger and better than ever

In addition to new events, now you can explore Wuhu Island like never before.

How to fix distorted audio on your PS5

Your PS5 can have audio issues depending on how complex of a setup you use, but they're fixable with some troubleshooting.

Xbox Elite Controller 3 specs leak via Xbox's own Design Lab

Xbox's long awaited Elite Controller 3 may finally offer drift-free joysticks.

How long can you expect an Xbox Series X to last?

Strong software support and a repairable design should give Microsoft's console a long lifespan.

How did retro consoles handle graphics before modern GPUs?

Graphics chips could draw but not compute, until the Xbox arrived.

The original PlayStation 2 security chip has been reverse engineered

A long‑hidden PS2 security component has finally been decoded, revealing surprising design choices and opening the door to fresh hardware insights.

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Is a Nintendo 3DS still worth buying in 2026?

The Nintendo 3DS was Nintendo's last true portable console. While it stopped getting new games long ago, it can still be a great option.

Batomon Showdown is the hottest new auto battler on the block

Batomon Showdown is like Pokémon meets Super Auto Pets.

NVIDIA's smuggling problem is getting worse

US officials have reportedly highlighted gaps in NVIDIA's due diligence over smuggling.

What to expect at Microsoft's Windows, Surface and AI event on October 7

We'll definitely hear about the NVIDIA RTX Spark-powered Surface Laptop Ultra, but what else?

FDA approves artificial heart valve for kids that grows as they do

The FDA has approved a new artificial heart valve that eliminates the need for multiple surgeries in children with certain congenital heart defects.

The Steam Autumn Sale has deals on Resident Evil Requiem and 007 First Light

Bye-bye, money.

Sony brings AI upscaling to the base PS5

Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei are the first games to support Quick Spectral Super Resolution.

Xbox's disc-to-digital feature is now available for everyone

Many (if not all) Xbox Series X and Xbox One games are supported.

Nintendo's Mario Kart Tour mobile game is officially dead

It joins other smartphone titles in the graveyard, like Miitomo, Dr. Mario World and Dragalia Lost.

Sony implements a lottery system to deal with the PS5 Pro shortage in Japan

Gamers in Japan will have to prove they actually use their PS consoles to be able to buy a PS5 Pro.

How to prepare your Samsung Galaxy for the One UI 9 update

With Samsung's One UI 9 rollout chugging along the globe, there's no better time to make a few quick checks before you make the switch.

Xbox just unveiled Mythic Achievements, which are basically PlayStation platinum trophies

They signal to the world that someone has fully completed a game. And they apply retroactively to titles you've already finished.

How to get your money's worth from Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

If you don't value day-one releases or the other perks on offer, Ultimate might not be the tier for you.

Google will support ChromeOS until 2034 as it shifts to Googlebook OS

Some recent Chromebook devices will be able to switch to the new operating system.

Turtle Beach Afterglow review: A Switch 2 controller with the full RGB treatment

This is for the gamer who wants RGB everything.

Your old GPU could be worth more than you think

Your old GPU could be a goldmine thanks to the RAMaggedon.

Stop bringing your phone in the shower: How steam can ruin 'waterproof' phones

Phone manufacturers are pretty direct in their guidance on this one.