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The Games We’re Still Most Looking Forward to in 2024

The gaming industry has been dropping hit after hit, but we have a running list of titles we can’t wait to play.
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Fortnite Has a Political Violence Problem

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The Real Reason Will Smith Broke Twitch’s Biggest Streaming Record

A boxing tournament in Spain didn’t need the Fresh Prince’s help to become the most popular stream in the platform’s history.

‘Death Occurs in the Dark’: Indie Video Game Devs Are Struggling to Survive

Big video game makers like Epic Games and EA have gone through substantial layoffs in the past year. Amid the turmoil, many indie studios are getting shut down completely, threatening a dearth of new ideas.

How the Developer of Among Us Is Helping Indie Studios Survive Gaming’s Current Tumult

As the video game industry contracts, indie developers are left with fewer options for funding. Innersloth has some ideas for how to provide a lifeline.

Metroid Prime 4 Gets a Release Date After Years of Troubled Development

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has a release date and a new gameplay trailer, both of which were announced at Tuesday's Nintendo Direct.

Gear & Tips

The Best Mouse (and Mousepads) for Every Kind of Gamer

Whether you’re into esports or casual fragging, these are the greatest gaming mice we’ve tested.

The Best Nintendo Switch Games for Every Kind of Player

From Hyrule to Hallownest, these are our absolute favorite escapes for the best portable console.

The Best Gaming Headsets for Every System

Lend depth and drama to your gameplay with the right gaming headset for any console or device.

The 18 Best PlayStation Plus Games

What should you play next on your PS5 or PS4? From Fallout 4 to Ghost of Tsushima, Sony’s subscription service has a ton of great video games.

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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