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In another blow to physical media ownership, all new PS5 games will soon be digital-only, although you'll still be able to buy boxes with digital activation codes at retailers.
Nintendo's upcoming squid game veers the series into looter-shooter territory, and I dig what I've seen so far, based on a hand-on demo.
Yes, the new Star Fox is yet another Star Fox 64 reimagining, but that means the classic space shooter is now available with gorgeous, 4K graphics. These are my impressions after a recent demo session.
Burnout 3 fans have been waiting years for something like this. Galactic Racer brings that same breakneck energy to the Outer Rim.
The Standard Edition is $79.99, while Grand Theft Auto VI: Ultimate Edition, which includes premium vehicles, weapons, apparel, and action, is available for $99.99.
Preorder the Steam Machine? Our favorite Steam games are excellent additions to your library, no matter if you play on Valve's new hardware, Steam Deck, desktop, or laptop.
Nintendo adds a new wrinkle to its game-distribution system. Here's what game-key cards are, how to spot them, and a workaround if you prefer physical games.
Some Switch games you already own can be upgraded into enhanced Switch 2 titles, but the cost structure is pretty confusing. Here's how much you can expect to pay for the upgrade packs to your favorite games.
FromSoftware's ambitious new PvPvE Switch 2 vampire game looks stunning—but its history with latency-heavy online play raises real concerns about whether it can deliver a smooth competitive experience.
Gamers will also get access to player profiles with avatars for the first time, as well as support for universal controllers, among numerous other new features
From developers to esports stars to visionaries, Black excellence exists at every gaming level, so you have no excuse not to show support.
From Forza to Halo to Starfield—and beyond—the Xbox library has something for everyone. Check out our curated selection for the Series X and S.
I planted seeds, worked the land, and feared for my character's safety during a creepy Summer Game Fest demo.
During a Summer Game Fest demo, I plowed famous cars through crates and jumped ramps to earn a quick buck on a Hollywood set.
The hybrid handheld console that stole our hearts last year is on sale right now with this special code, so jump on this deal before the price goes up on us in September!
After missing several high-profile, third-party titles over several console generations, Nintendo has transformed the Switch 2 into your destination for all of gaming’s biggest releases, not just Mario and Kirby.
With Stranger Than Heaven, developer RGG Studio takes a new, cinematic approach to beat-'em-up action. These are my first impressions based on the exciting Summer Game Fest demo.
I played the newest entry in Nintendo's quirky music mini-game series ahead of its July 2 release on the original Switch. These are my impressions based on a recent hands-on demo.
The reimagined Tomb Raider is slated to drop next February, but I played it at Summer Game Fest ahead of release and found a spirited portrayal of the character that's closer to the original than the 2013 reboot.
I thought I couldn't be any more impressed with Onimusha: Way of the Sword, but after a recent Summer Game Fest demo, I'm convinced Capcom is cooking up another game-of-the-year candidate.
