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How Enterprising Modders Installed Windows NT On Nintendo GameCubes

Modders often find purpose for old tech that's collecting dust, like adding an antiquated version of Windows onto a 25-year-old console with this process.

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news

Sony is adding free TV channels to PS5

Ad-supported streaming channels are hitting Sony's console in the US today.

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hardware

How long can you expect your original Nintendo Switch to last?

The Nintendo Switch is winding down, but it's not done yet. Yours should work even once hardware sales stop and new games aren't made for it anymore.

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news

A PlayStation State of Play double bill is set for September 3

A PlayStation State of Play double bill is set for September 3.

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hardware

How to turn your iPhone into a Bluetooth controller

If your PC gaming controller is broken or you need an extra for a friend, there's a simple solution for iPhone users.

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hardware

Why is the GameCube controller so loved by gamers?

People still swear by this quirky controller, leading to Nintendo supporting it for 25 years and counting.

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news

A decade's worth of Steam files totaling more than 12TB has leaked

The leak contains beta builds and finished games from Valve and third-party developers.

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news

Not the GameCube, not the Wii U: This was Nintendo's most unsuccessful console

Nintendo's worst-ever console was awkward to use and didn't even sell a million units. But you can try it today if you're curious.

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guide

What free gifts does Xbox give you on your birthday?

During your birthday week, you can claim a special gift from Xbox. Let's see what it is and how to claim it.

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hardware

What's the difference between TPU vs. GPU?

Google's Pixel 11 phone uses a Tensor G6 processor with a powerful TPU. How is it different from a GPU, and what does that mean in real-world use?

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news

Anbernic's reimagining of the Switch Lite goes on sale August 31

The RG 55G1 is available in three colors and starts at $150.

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news

Xbox Project Helix is a 'family of devices,' CEO reveals

Asha Sharma said Xbox is developing a 'great family of devices' for Helix.

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news

Early leak of NVIDIA's DLSS 5 has an uncanny valley problem

People are grafting a pre-release version of DLSS 5 onto their favorite games with unspectacular results.

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review

Pokémon Champions review: Peak monster battling

If you want to be the very best, Pokémon Champions is your new arena.

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news

Ubisoft apologizes for accidentally selling Heroes of Might and Magic 3 without the actual game files

The Steam release was supposed to get fans excited for an upcoming remake.

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news

Google is releasing a special edition Pokémon Sleep Fitbit Air in September

You can get a special Fitbit Air with a sleeping Pikachu design next month.

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news

Xbox Insiders will soon be able to create digital versions of their physical games

Thousands of Xbox One and Series X titles will support the new disc-to-digital feature.

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hardware

Preorders for Xbox's anniversary collection are open (for some) and the bundle costs $900

The Xbox 25th anniversary bundle includes a translucent green Series X, a similarly-colored controller and a digital download of Halo: Campaign Evolved.

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news

IKEA and Xbox have fully unveiled their new furniture collection at Gamescom

Who hasn't dreamt of sitting on a green stool modeled like a thumbstick?

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news

SpaceX to use NVIDIA GPUs for its Starmind project — Here's what they'll face in space

Elon Musk wants to harness solar energy for AI.

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news

Xbox has a bunch of translucent green accessories for the console's 25th birthday

Xbox has a bunch of translucent green accessories for the console's 25th birthday.

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hardware

How Xbox controllers have changed in the last 25 years

Every Xbox controller has the familiar ABXY buttons and offset thumbsticks. But Microsoft has slowly evolved the controller over its quarter-century life.

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news

Nintendo reveals its latest Switch 2 bundles just ahead of the console's price increase

Let this serve as a reminder that the Switch 2 is getting more expensive next week.

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news

Gamescom Opening Night Live: Updates from the showcase including Final Fantasy and Gears of War previews

We're liveblogging the two-hour showcase and half hour pre-show of Gamescom's ONL today! Come join us, we'll even start a little early for you.

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hardware

Apple's M5 Ultra with an 80-core GPU will power through your AI models and 8K video

With the launch of the latest Mac mini and Mac Studio computers, Apple introduced new chips with cutting-edge technology.

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news

ASUS is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its gaming division with the ROG XBOX Ally X20

The big upgrade on the 20th anniversary ROG XBOX Ally X20 is a larger 7.4-inch OLED display.

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news

Taiwan reportedly indicted NVIDIA employees for exporting prohibited AI servers to China

Even though the US has relaxed its restrictions of AI chip exports to China, illegal exports are apparently still taking place.

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news

Is Nintendo Switch Online still worth it in 2026?

Nintendo Switch Online upgrades your experience with online play and a lot of other perks, but should you shell out for it?

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news

Amazon's God of War show brings in Dave Bautista as its new Kratos

The casting swap follows Ryan Hurst's injury on set earlier this year.

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guide

How to watch Gamescom's Opening Night Live showcase

The two-hour stream will feature Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day and The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past.

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hardware

Valve Steam Frame videos show how to wear the headset, perfect the fit and sign in

Eight leaked Steam Frame videos are informative and kinda silly.

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news

Pokémon and Polaroid are collaborating on three new adorable cameras

The new cameras are prettier versions of Polaroid Now and Polaroid Go.

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hardware

Mattel is releasing a full-scale building brick set of the original Xbox

The $330 Xbox building set includes a controller that interacts with three game-inspired dioramas.

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news

IKEA is teasing some Xbox... things

Who wouldn't want to rest their tush on a green Xbox logo cushion?

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news

NVIDIA GeForce Now adds Firefox support on Windows

NVIDIA GeForce Now adds Firefox support on Windows.

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news

PlayStation's $220 Pulse Elevate wireless speakers arrive November 12

PlayStation's $220 Pulse Elevate wireless speakers arrive November 12.

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news

Here's why retro games look better on old CRT TVs

A Super Nintendo or PlayStation looked better on retro TVs than today's ultra-sharp displays, but why is there such a difference?

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hardware

You might want to skip Newegg's GPU trade-in program

The program makes upgrading your hardware incredibly convenient, but weigh your options.

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news

Nintendo GameCube discs were small for a reason

The format remains unique in console history.

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guide

How to request an Xbox refund

Xbox offers refunds on some games and apps, but there are stipulations you should understand before requesting one.

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news

HDMI splitter vs. HDMI switch: How are they different?

If you've got a jumble of HDMI cables behind your entertainment center, one of these devices might help.

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news

Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition arrives October 1 and includes a new story arc

Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition arrives October 1 and includes a new story arc.

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hardware

The unreleased Xbox Elite Controller 3 may have ended up in an unsuspecting buyer's hands

An Xbox Elite Controller 3 may have been sold in a marketplace, months after images of the unreleased model were leaked.

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guide

How to fix stick drift on PS5 and Xbox controllers

Giving your controllers a good clean can help with stick drift.

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guide

How to connect Bluetooth headphones to your PS5

The PS5 may not support Bluetooth audio directly, but there are workarounds.

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hardware

Data of European Steam hardware customers 'likely compromised', Valve says

According to Valve, European Steam hardware customers likely had some of their data compromised.

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news

The pros and cons of the switch to digital games

More gaming companies are moving toward stopping production of game discs and cartridges. Is it a bad thing?

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news

Mario Kart 64 in VR is not for the queasy

There are worse ways to kill time than Mario Kart 64 in VR -just don't eat beforehand.

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news

Nintendo's Switch 2 console sales just dropped significantly

Nintendo's Switch 2 sales fell ahead of an expected price hike next month.

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hardware

Minecraft is coming to Switch 2 on October 27

Minecraft for the Switch 2 feels like a perfect place for mouse controls, but Mojang hasn't said anything about that feature yet.

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