E3 needed to end, but its demise is a net negative for the gaming industry
It was the right time for E3 to retire, but the show leaves a massive void in the gaming world that needs to be filled.
House Flipper 2 is the relaxing gaming finale 2023 needed
After a hectic 2023 filled with blockbuster games, we could all use the relaxing House Flipper 2 right about now.
Tekken 8 brings back the lost spirit of ’90s arcade culture
We went hands-on with Tekken 8 and spent three hours checking out its story and new Arcade Quest mode.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom isn’t our Game of the Year, but it’s the strongest No. 2 ever
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom might not be our Game of the Year, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't talk about what it does amazingly.
Staff picks: How Baldur’s Gate 3 beat the odds to become our 2023 Game of the Year
With so many incredible games in 2023, our Game of the Year decision was a tough one this year. But there's a good reason Baldur's Gate 3 came out on top.
We demoed tons of indies at The Game Awards. These were our favorites
We tried out a bunch of eclectic indies at the Game Awards edition of Day of the Devs. These 8 standouts should be on your Steam wish lists.
Why the Fallout TV series cast kept the games (and Todd Howard) at arm’s length
The cast of Amazon's Fallout series explains how it brought the postapocalyptic game series to life, along with Todd Howard's involvement in the show.
Alone in the Dark’s secret ending and difficulty settings encourage multiple playthroughs
The developers behind Alone in the Dark's upcoming remake revealed what goes into reimagining a classic and teased a secret ending for players to find.
Our favorite indies of 2023: 10 unforgettable games you need to try
While big-budget games dominated the spotlight in 2023, the independent scene delivered just as many unforgettable experiences. Here are 10 of our favorites.
The 10 best video games of 2023
After a historic year for video games, these 10 releases beat out the competition to make our annual year-end list.
Fortnite Festival will leave you wishing for a real Rock Band revival
Fortnite festival puts Rock Band and Fuser inside of Epic Games' live-service juggernaut, but don't get too excited.
Grand Theft Auto VI didn’t need The Game Awards
GTA 6's announcement did not take place at The Game Awards 2023, and that was ultimately for the better.
The 2023 Game Awards delivered big game trailers and bigger double standards
The 2023 Game Awards delivered tons of blockbuster game trailers, but failed to celebrate the actual creators who make them possible.
The best trailers from The Game Awards 2023: OD, Blade, Den of Wolves and more
From the debuts of OD and Marvel's Blade to quirky looks at indie games like Pony Island 2 and Big Walk, don't miss these The Game Awards 2023 trailers.
Fortnite’s Rocket Racing is so fun, it could have been its own game
Fortnite's new Rocket Racing mode isn't just the live-service game's finest addition yet -- it's one of the year's best racing games.
The Game Awards 2023: Here’s the complete list of winners
Here's the full list of winners at The Game Awards 2023, which saw Baldur's Gate 3 take home six trophies.
The Finals is out now for free and we’re already loving it
Multiplayer shooter The Finals just surprise launched and trust us: You don't want to miss it.
Everything announced at The Game Awards 2023
From world premieres to new trailers for highly anticipated games, this is a live recap of everything announced during The Game Awards 2023.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink is RPG multiplayer done right
Granblue Fantasy: Relink is releasing in 2024 after numerous delays, and we played four hours of the game, testing its single-player and multiplayer.
Lego Fortnite is way more expansive than you’re probably expecting
Lego Fortnite is out now and the survival crafting mode is much bigger than we expected.
This psychedelic PlayStation platformer is already 2024’s most surprising game
After spending 90 minutes with Ultros, we still don't fully know what to expect from the psychedelic Metroidvania.
The most innovative gaming tech of 2023
From groundbreaking accessibility developments to creative retro consoles, these were the most innovative gaming devices of 2023.
I’m a lifelong Sonic fan. Here’s why I’m loving Sonic Dream Team
Sure to delight longtime fans of the Sonic franchise, Apple Arcade's Sonic Dream Team pulls a lot of great ideas from the series' past.
5 key details we noticed in the first Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer
From story teases to some satirical jabs at Florida, these five details caught our eye in Grand Theft Auto 6's first trailer.
How a MacBook Pro sneakily got me back into PC gaming
I have fond memories of the old days of PC gaming. Somehow, Baldur's Gate 3 on a MacBook Pro brought me back.
I can’t wait to fly around Outcast: A New Beginning’s world again
Outcast: A New Beginning is following up an under-appreciated PC classic with a vast open-world that's a exhilarating to fly around.
The Sims 4: For Rent expansion pack pits landlords against tenants
The Sims 4: For Rent is delivering a new world and all new rental gameplay features through multi-family lots and the option to play as a property owner.
The best video games of November 2023: Super Mario RPG, Assassin’s Creed Nexus, and more
From Super Mario RPG to Assassin's Creed Nexus to Last Train Home, these are some video games from November 2023 that you need to play.
Bethesda is responding to negative Starfield reviews. And that’s a good thing
Bethesda is ruffling some feathers by responding to negative Steam reviews of Starfield, but those comments provide valuable insight about the polarizing game.
If you love The Oregon Trail, you need to try this historical strategy game
Last Train Home, a new PC strategy game about Czech Legionnaires, proves that video games can be a perfect way to retell historical stories.
Stop! You’ve got to grab this GTA-like classic before it leaves PS Plus next week
Want to be a made man and vicariously live a life of crime in the 1950s? Then grab this open-world classic before it leaves PS Plus next week.
For Microsoft, indies aren’t Game Pass extras. They’re the future of Xbox
Xbox's James Lewis tells us why the company is doubling down on indie games and how AI fits into that mission.
PlayStation Plus is the perfect stocking stuffer for RPG fans this year
If you need a stocking stuffer for an RPG fan this year, a PS Plus subscription might be your best best.
Nintendo’s Zelda movie needs to be nothing like The Super Mario Bros. Movie
The Super Mario Bros. Movie may have been a success, but the upcoming Zelda movie shouldn't copy its notes.