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HyperX Cloud Mix earbuds and accessories sitting on a table.

HyperX Cloud Mix earbuds review: A gamer’s take on true wireless

HyperX is entering the world of true wireless earbuds with the Cloud Mix earbuds, and they're a solid first attempt despite their high price tag.
Donkey Kong charging across the field.

Mario Strikers: Battle League review: I’m sensing a trend

Mario Strikers: Battle League is yet another Switch game that delivers excellent bones and no meat.
Kao the Kangaroo punches frogs.

Kao the Kangaroo review: An obscure but welcome revival

Kao the Kangaroo nails the basics of gameplay, so it's an enjoyable retro revival despite a lackluster story.
Karl Fairburne in Sniper Elite 5.

Sniper Elite 5 review: Your senator’s going to freak out

Sniper Elite 5 delivers a fresh take on World War 2 with its immersive sim hooks, even if it doesn't have anything new to say about the conflict.
An astronaut shooting a laser in Hardspace: Shipbreaker.

Hardspace: Shipbreaker review: Solidarity in space

Hardspace: Shipbreaker is a one-of-a-kind anti-puzzle game that's not afraid to advocate for workers' rights.
Logo on the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro headset.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless review: A new standard

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless takes the best gaming headset and makes it better, and it's the top premium headset you can buy in 2022.
Leysha sits over a body in Vampire: The Masquerade - Swansong.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong review: A dense meal

Vampire: The Masquerade -- Swansong is an impressive narrative RPG that isn't too friendly to World of Darkness newcomers.
Author wearing Audio-Technica ATH-GDL3 open-back gaming headphones.

Audio-Technica ATH-GDL3 gaming headset review: Open-world gaming

Most gaming headsets are closed-back for a reason: It keeps sounds in. But the ATH-GDL3 make a strong argument for why your next headset should be open-backed.
Hiroki holds his sword in front of his face in Trek to Yomi

Trek to Yomi review: Moving story cuts through weak action

Trek to Yomi's combat may get stale, but its story of a samurai traveling through the land of the dead is surprisingly engaging.
The Corsair HS65 headset and its Dolby 7.1 Surround sound USB adapter.

New Corsair wired gaming headsets deliver great sound at a low price

Corsair has announced three new gaming headsets: The HS65 Surround, HS55 Stereo, and HS80 RGB USB.
A Mii hits a tennis ball in Nintendo Switch Sports.

Nintendo Switch Sports review: Some things never get old

Nintendo Switch Sports is as fun as the series has ever been, even if some of its more complex minigames miss the mark.
A gamer holds a Playdate in their hands.

Playdate review: WarioWare as a gaming handheld

The Playdate is a totally charming handheld gaming experience as long as you're willing to roll with its experimental approach to game releases.
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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless review: 300 hours of audio bliss

HyperX's Cloud Alpha Wireless boasts a massive 300 hours of battery life, which is backed up by the best comfort and sound quality in the industry.
a shot of the DXRacer Craft Custom gaming chair

DXRacer Craft review: It ain’t pretty, but it sure is comfy

If you want a durable, comfortable office chair and don't mind if it looks kind of ridiculous, check out the DXRacer Craft.
Quill jumps into a fight in Moss: Book 2.

Moss: Book 2 review: Modest VR mouse becomes mighty

Moss: Book 2 makes one of VR's best adventure games even better with small, but impactful improvements.
Rey explors Ahch-To in Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.

Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga review: Focus, Padawan

Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga features a massive galactic sandbox that's fun to explore, but also lacks focus.
Someone shoots an explosive in Weird West.

Weird West review: Turning the old West into a sandbox

Weird West tells its engrossing story in a unique way, giving players a front-row seat to the consequences of their actions.
The Dragon Lord in Tiny Tina's Wonderlands.

Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands review: We’re not on Pandora anymore

Tiny Tina's Wonderlands is a delightful Borderlands spinoff that paves a path toward new expansions of the franchise.
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Rune Factory 5 review: A farmer’s life for me

Rune Factory 5 should satisfy fans and cozy game enthusiasts, but its not quite as friendly for newcomers.
A spirit in a yellow raincoat stands on a street in Ghostwire: Tokyo.

Ghostwire: Tokyo review: Folklore becomes freak show

Ghostwire: Tokyo makes up for its generic structure with an engrossing world built around Japanese folklore.
A small fox looks up at a statue in Tunic.

Tunic review: Not-so-fantastic Mr. Fox

Frustratingly obtuse from its start, the most difficult thing about Tunic is progressing after getting stuck.
Jack garland closes his fist in Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin.

Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin review: RIP Chaos

Final Fantasy Origin will enthrall players with its dumb, but awesome story and approachable Soulslike gameplay.
Playing Amazon Luna on a laptop.

Amazon Luna review: Not quite on cloud nine yet

Amazon Luna works well enough, but it won't leave a lasting impression without a much better game library.
A character sits in front of a glowing, yellow orb in Elden Ring.

Elden Ring review: Even the haters will be impressed

Elden Ring offers the best open-world exploration since Breath of the Wild, though its issues are hard to fully ignore.
GonGon rolls across a stage full of bananas.

Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania review: It won’t quite make you go ape

Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania brings together a variety of stages from series history, but can't stick the landing.
A rider rides a Tigrex in Monster Hunter Stories 2.

Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin review: A less intimidating hunt

Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a perfect Monster Hunter game for players who find the series overwhelming.
Mario, Wario, and Rosalina run in Mario Golf: Super Rush.

Mario Golf: Super Rush review: Less is more in golf scores, not video games

Mario Golf: Super Rush features the series' best core golf gameplay, but is severely lacking in content.
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World of Warcraft Burning Crusade Classic review: Too true to its roots

After 15 long years, World of Warcraft's first expansion somehow feels like the best thing for it right now.
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Infinity Game Table review: Digital board game rolls dice with mixed success

The Infinity Game Table is a clever, modern approach to board games, but it lacks the some key features.
A main character in Scarlet Nexus.

Scarlet Nexus review: A deep story with even deeper action

Scarlet Nexus is a unique Japanese action role-playing game with surprises around every corner for any fan of the genre.
The Xbox Fusion 2 controller next to an Xbox Series X.

PowerA Fusion Pro 2 for Xbox review: A cheaper Elite Series 2 with compromises

PowerA's new Xbox Fusion Pro 2 controller is cheaper than an Elite Series 2, but for a reason.
Ratchet fires a huge weapon in Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart.

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart review: Another PS5 superhero spectacle

Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart is another standout PS5 exclusive that takes full advantage of the system's power.
Biomutant

Biomutant review: A scrappy action RPG that’s loaded with creativity

Biomutant bites off more than it can chew, but makes up for it with inventive and colorful world building.
The PowerA Fusion Switch controller in its case.

PowerA Fusion for Nintendo Switch review: Elite Switch controller has trade-offs

The PowerA Fusion is a nifty alternative to Nintendo's Pro Switch controller, though it requires some key sacrifices.