The best Zelda spinoff games
There are more ways to explore Hyrule than the mainline 3D and 2D adventures. These are the best Zelda spinoff games that completely change up the formula.
This Digimon card game is set to rival Pokémon TCG Pocket
Bandai Namco has announced Digimon Alysion, a new mobile trading card game that looks ready to go toe-to-toe with Pokémon TCG Pocket.
The best Yasuke skills in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Yasuke plays quite differently than any other character in the series in Assassin's Creed Shadows. Here are his best skills to take advantage of his strengths.
The best Naoe skills in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Naoe is the more traditional assassin character in Assassin's Creed Shadows that you might gravitate towards. Here are her best skills to unlock with your XP.
This prebuilt gaming PC with RTX 4060 is on sale for just $800
The AOACE gaming PC with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card and 32GB of RAM is on sale from Newegg with a 50% discount, bringing its price down to $800.
How to get and use Pump and Dump weapon in Fortnite
Want to grab the latest Pump and Dump weapon in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 2? We've got the full rundown on where to get and how to use the latest gun.
Inzoi already feels like a real competitor to The Sims
The first true competitor to The Sims in the life simulation genre is about to hit early access. Here's what you can expect from Inzoi based on what we've played.
Walmart slashed the price of this Acer Predator OLED gaming monitor by $700
The Acer Predator X45 OLED gaming monitor, which comes with OLED technology and a 240Hz refresh rate, is on sale for $906 from Walmart after a $694 discount.
How to get Knowledge Points and what they do in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Progression in Assassin's Creed Shadows requires more than just gaining XP. If you want to get the best skills in the game, you will need Knowledge Points.
How to get and use Scouts in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Scouts are a new and vital mechanic in Assassin's Creed Shadows to help you find your objective and get resources. Here's how they work and how to get more.
Game Informer is returning from the dead, and it sounds like good news
Multiple former Game Informer staff members have teased something for March 25, suggesting the beloved magazine could be making a comeback.
Video game workers just formed a union anyone can join
Video game industry members have banded together to form a new union aimed at protecting worker rights and ensuring better job security.
How long is Assassin’s Creed Shadows?
The last few Assassin's Creed games have been extremely time consuming games, but is Assassin's Creed Shadows in the same boat? Here's how long this game is.
How to unlock and use fast travel in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
As fast as Naoe can Yasuke can run in Assassin's Creed Shadows, Japan is a big place to travel. Here is how to unlock and use the fast travel system with ease.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows fixes my biggest problem with the series
The Assassin's Creed series has had a power creep problem for years, but Assassin's Creed Shadows finally mitigates it through its two protagonists.
The Dell G16 gaming laptop with RTX 4060 is under $1,000 with this deal
The Dell G16 gaming laptop with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card and 16GB of RAM is on sale from Dell at $300 off, dropping its price below $1,000.
All Marvel Rivals Galacta’s Cosmic Adventure quests & rewards
has enthralled gamers with its fast-paced superhero showdowns and a multiverse-spanning array of renowned characters. NetEase Games created this team-based action shooter, which has kept the community engaged with a regular stream of in-game events that combine chaotic fun with special rewards. From the ink-slinging mayhem of Jeff’s Winter Splash Festival to the tactical intrigue […]
The Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop with RTX 4080 has a $500 discount
The Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop — on sale from Dell at $500 off — offers powerful performance with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 graphics card and 32GB of RAM.
We just got a new Ark 2 update thanks to an unexpected source
A new trailer for Ark: Lost Colony confirms the existence of the highly-anticipated Ark 2 and gives a few more details about its story.
The worst video game sequels of all time
Sequels tend to be when video games find their footing and deliver a more refined experience, but not always. These sequels are way worse than the originals.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows review: finding peace and quiet in a merciless world
Assassin's Creed Shadows is a surprisingly serene open-world game whose quietest moments outweigh its loudest.
This month, Xbox Game Pass goes post-apocalyptic
March is a great month for , with multiple day-one drops including 33 Immortals and Atomfall, as well as even more titles coming to Game Pass Standard. Unfortunately, the addition of new games also means some of your favorites will be leaving Game Pass. We’ll have a full list of the titles you should binge while […]
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Review: this Wii U classic is a survivor
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition stuns thanks to a grand sense of scale that puts equal emphasis on the big and small aspects of its world.
33 Immortals is the most fun you can have with Xbox Game Pass this month
33 Immortals launches into early access today, and it's a must try for Xbox Game Pass subscribers.
Need a budget-friendly gaming monitor? Get this LG for less than $200
The 32-inch LG UltraGear QHD gaming monitor with a 165Hz refresh rate is a budget-friendly screen that's even more affordable with a $161 discount from Walmart.
Buy this Samsung 49-inch OLED monitor deal and get a free 4TB SSD
If you purchase the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor and 4TB Samsung 990 Pro SSD through this bundle from Samsung, you'll pocket $666 in savings.
The best secret weapons in video games
They can be jokes or incredibly overpowered, but secret weapons in video games are always exciting. These are the best secret weapons you need to find in games.
Razer wants to fight gaming’s AI problem with more AI
has partnered with World to help distinguish real players from bots in multiplayer experiences. Bots in multiplayer games are nothing new; in fact, many games benefit from giving players AI-controlled bots to play against when there aren’t enough human players to fill a server. However, bots can also be too skilled and nearly impossible to […]
How to get free Dupli-Kate skin in Fortnite – All quests and rewards
Fortnite is giving away a free Invincible skin Dupli-Kate to all players and here are all the quests you need to complete to get it.
The best version of Counter-Strike is getting a ground-up remake
Counter-Strike 1.6, widely thought to be the best version of the game, is back in the form of CS: Legacy.
Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon G series chips promise a big handheld gaming leap
Qualcomm has revealed three new Snapdragon G series processors with big performance jumps. Ayaneo and Retroid will sell handhelds based on these chips in March.
Wyrdsong isn’t completely dead, but it’s on life support
The RPG from Bethesda and Obsidian veterans has undergone major changes following studio layoffs, and it's future remains uncertain.
Expelled! will make you feel like a dumb teenager again
If you ever got caught up in an elaborate lie in order to save your own skin growing up, Expelled! is the game for you.
Use this code to get $50 off this 27-inch 2K gaming monitor
The 27-inch Mobile Pixels Mini-LED 2K QHD gaming monitor already offers great value at its original price of $400, but you can get it for $350 from StackSocial.
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.