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A pirate gets zapped in a checkpoint in Skin Deep.

Skin Deep review: wacky immersive sim could have used more chaos

Skin Deep's ambitions are greater than it can deliver on, but the micro immersive sim still has enough slapstick chaos to fuel its slapstick thrills.
Giovanni Colantonio
Zois getting married in Inzoi.

Inzoi update: 5 key things we learned from Kjun’s open letter

The Sims competitor Inzoi's director has promised better communication with its community.
Patrick Hearn
Key art for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

If Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the best game of all time, this is why

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 sets itself apart by breaking the rules in all the right ways.
Patrick Hearn
You Asked Ep. 88: Switch 2, Android, & OLED

You Asked: Nintendo Switch 2, Best Android Phones, and OLED Upgrades

In today’s episode of You Asked, we dive into some of your burning tech questions, including the latest on the Nintendo Switch 2, recommended Android phones, and whether upgrading your OLED TV for better anti-reflective coating is worth it.
Chris Hagan
A man shines a light in a dark room in Ghost Town

Paranormal puzzle game Ghost Town is a step forward for VR

Ghost Town is a great new paranormal puzzle game from the creators of The Room series, and it's a must-own for VR enthusiasts.
Giovanni Colantonio
DT OuttaFocus: I swapped my camera for a game controller, and became a better photographer 

I swapped my camera for a game controller, and became a better photographer 

In my efforts to become a better photographer, a video game turned out to be a surprisingly effective tool.
Andy Boxall
A creature stands among flowers in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.

After Oblivion Remastered, I’m even more excited for Skyblivion

Oblivion Remastered has only made me more excited for the fan-made Skyblivion, an Oblivion remake made entirely in Skyrim.
Giovanni Colantonio
Gustave, Lune, Sciel, and Maelle in Clair Obscur Expedition 33.

If you love Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, watch these 33 obscure French films next

If you're digging Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's French spirit, here are 33 rule-breaking French films to watch next.
G. Colantonio
Breath of Fire IV

GOG restores a classic RPG more than two decades after its launch

Breath of Fire IV has been updated and modernized for Windows 10 and 11, including full controller support.
Patrick Hearn
Aloy standing in front of the Hollywood sign in Horizon Forbidden West.

Samsung demoed Horizon: Forbidden West at 8K and 120fps, but there’s a catch

In a stunning graphical display, Samsung showed what the future of gaming visuals could look like.
Patrick Hearn
Maelle fighting an enemy in Clair Obscur Expedition 33.

3 Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (April 25-27)

Spring is in the air, so let's hunker down inside and play some great games at no extra charge thanks to Xbox Game Pass, including a day-one RPG.
Jesse Lennox
A cast of Mario characters racing in Mario Kart 8.

The best Mario Kart 8 setup

You will need a combination of driving skills and a powerful vehicle to finish in first playing Mario Kart 8. Between the character, kart, wheels, and glider, we'll show you the best setup to dominate the competition.
Jesse Lennox
A character holds a sword in Dune: Awakening.

I spent 9 hours with Dune: Awakening and lived to tell the tale

We spent nine hours with Dune: Awakening during its beta, which was long enough to get a feel for its desert survival.
Luis Gutierrez
A mage looking over morrowind in Elder scrolls online.

3 PlayStation Plus games to play this weekend (April 25-27)

We're marching toward May at a rapid pace, with tons of new games to be excited for. This weekend, why not dive into some hits on PlayStation Plus we've hand-picked for you?
Jesse Lennox
The box of the PlayStation 5 Slim Astro Bot Bundle.

This PS5 bundle with our 2024 Game of the Year is on sale for just $449

The PlayStation 5 Slim Astro Bot bundle, which comes with the PlayStation 5 Slim and a digital copy of Astro Bot, is on sale for only $449 from Walmart after a $111 discount.
Aaron Mamiit
A person playing video games on the Sansui ES-G34C5 curved gaming monitor.

Amazon is selling this Sansui curved gaming monitor for only $230

The Sansui ES-G34C5 curved gaming monitor, which comes with a 34-inch ultrawide screen and a 165Hz refresh rate, is on sale from Amazon for only $230 after a $30 discount.
Aaron Mamiit
Sastro in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

Where to find the 9 lost Gestrals in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

If you're struggling to find the elusive lost Gestrals in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, here's where you can find each one and what your rewards will be.
Anyka Pettigrew
An LG G5 OLED TV hanging on a wall in a bright living room.

If you have an LG TV, you might have received a major Xbox upgrade

Select web-connected LG smart TVs can now stream Xbox games straight from the internet.
Patrick Hearn
A laptop with a Roblox wallpaper.

The best Roblox music codes and song IDs

Roblox is an endless sandbox of experiences, from platformers to shooters, but it is also a great way to find new music. You can listen to all your favorite bands if you know the right music codes.
Jesse Lennox
A beginning card collection.

Pokémon TCG Pocket goes tropical with two Alolan-inspired packs

Pokemon TCG Pocket is adding even more Pokemon to its lineup, including Lunala and Solgaleo.
Patrick Hearn
A light cycle moves through a street in Tron: Catalyst.

Tron: Catalyst has all the right sci-fi ingredients so far

We played the first hour of Tron: Catalyst, which let us derez programs and ride a light cycle around the Arq Grid.
Giovanni Colantonio
Frostpunk 1886

Frostpunk 1886 promises to be the best way to experience the original game

Frostpunk 1886 is 11 Bit Studio's latest project and rebuilds the original game in a new engine with more content.
Patrick Hearn
Alienware Area 51 gaming PC.

Alienware Area 51 gaming PC with RTX 5090, 64GB of RAM is $800 off

The Alienware Area 51 with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card is on sale from Dell with an $800 discount, bringing its price down to $5,300.
Aaron Mamiit
A hand blast a monster with an ice spell in Oblivion Remastered.

Oblivion Remastered looks great, but the grass isn’t greener on the other side

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered sure looks pretty, but that doesn't make it inherently better than the 2006 version.
Giovanni Colantonio
Fighting a Burgeon in Clair Obscur Expedition 33.

Where to find and beat a Burgeon in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

One of the first tough boss fights you'll come across in Clair Obscur Expedition 33 are Burgeons, so here's how to find these Nevrons and beat them in combat.
Anyka Pettigrew
Gustave, Lune, Sciel, and Maelle in Clair Obscur Expedition 33.

Best builds in Clair Obscur Expedition 33

Each party member in Clair Obscur Expedition 33 has unique skills and playstyles. To make combat a breeze, here are the best builds for each character.
Anyka Pettigrew
The party in an ocean biome in Clair Obscur Expedition 33.

Clair Obscur Expedition 33: Pictos and Luminas, explained

Trying to figure out how Pictos and Luminas work in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 can be a little confusing, so here's a comprehensive guide on how to use them.
Anyka Pettigrew
Uncharted Legacy of Thieves collection running on Samsung Odyssey Neo G8.

The Samsung Odyssey G8 gaming monitor is a steal with this deal

The 32-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 gaming monitor, which features 4K Ultra HD resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate, is on sale from Samsung for $750 after a $550 discount.
Aaron Mamiit
Alienware Aurora R16 sitting on a coffee table.

This Alienware Aurora gaming PC with RTX 5080 is $700 off

The Alienware Aurora R16 ACT1250 gaming PC with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card is available from Dell for $3,050 after a $700 discount.
Aaron Mamiit
Psylocke in Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivals Season 2 rank reset and competitive mode explained

Marvel Rivals Season 2 brings massive changes to the game's competitive mode with a rank restriction structure and more. Find out all the details right here.
Rishabh Sabarwal
Old Sonic runs away from Metal Sonic in Sonic Generations X Shadow.

The Nintendo Switch 2’s launch lineup just got better thanks to Sonic

Sega just announced additions to the Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup that will fill the 3D Mario-shaped hole.
Patrick Hearn
Ghost of Yotei

Ghost of Yotei launch date shown in new trailer, and it’s sooner than you think

Ghost of Yotei launches in fall of this year, and preorders start next month.
Patrick Hearn
Key art for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 review: A challenging game for challenging times

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is an ambitious new RPG inspired by RPG classics, and most of the risks it takes pay off.
Tomas Franzese
The Nintendo Switch 2 playing Mario Kart

How to preorder the Switch 2: Orders open April 24 at Walmart

Starting at the very first second of April 24th (12 AM EST, i.e. when it hits midnight on Wednesday, the 23rd in NYC) you'll be able to begin preordering the Switch 2 at Walmart.
John Alexander
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Giovanni Colantonio
Giovanni Colantonio
Senior Gaming Editor

As Digital Trends’ Senior Gaming Editor, Giovanni Colantonio oversees all things video games at Digital Trends. As a veteran of the industry who first began writing about games professionally as a teenager, Giovanni brings a wealth of knowledge and historical context to Digital Trends’ gaming coverage. He brings that expertise to everything he writes, from interview features to reviews. His specialty is criticism and he’s committed to raising the bar for video game reviews. Just read his ambitious UFO 50 review as proof!

Giovanni majored in Film and Photography at Ithaca College, and that skill set had intersected with his games writing through his career. He previously worked as a Segment Producer on Polygon’s daily gaming show, Speedrun, and has contributed video content for sites like Prima Games and Hard Drive. He’s always willing to experiment with new media, whether that be via podcasts or creating videos for Digital Trends’ YouTube channel. He has previously written for Inverse, Fanbyte, The Inventory, and more. He began working with Digital Trends in 2019 as a Destiny 2 guides contributor before moving into his current role as Senior Editor.

His love of gaming dates back decades. Giovanni grew up in Massachusetts with his mother’s hand-me-down Atari 2600. He was hooked from that point on, spending his childhood obsessively playing Sega Genesis or Super Smash Bros. Melee with his friends. He carried that passion into college, where he hosted and produced Ithaca College’s own studio format video game news show. Since then, he has been committed to giving back to the video game industry that raised him by providing honest criticism, sharp analysis, and thorough coverage.

Giovanni is currently based in Brooklyn, New York where he works alongside his cat, Mirah. On weekends, you can find him birdwatching in local parks or watching professional wrestling, his second love behind gaming.