Bobby Kotick leaves Activation Blizzard next week amid Xbox shake ups
Controversial Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick will finally leave Activision Blizzard on December 29.
Intel isn’t giving up on GPUs yet
A new slide reaffirms that Intel is still working on its Arc GPUs, and we could see next-gen Battlemage cards surprisingly soon.
How to mod weapons in Fortnite
Modding your weapon can give it a more personal feel in Fortnite, but the process of actually tweaking it is rather difficult to do and discover on your own.
The GPU shortage is over, but it’s still wreaking havoc
GPU prices have been stable over the past year, but the lingering effects of the GPU shortage are still in the air today.
This was the most exciting gaming laptop I reviewed in 2023
I review dozens of gaming laptops every year, but no laptop stood out to me in 2023 quite like the Lenovo Legion 9i.
Fortnite’s new modes are fun, but don’t sleep on Battle Royale’s great update
Fortnite's big new games are getting a lot of attention, but its Battle Royale mode received an equally exciting update that's getting overshadowed.
Steam Year in Review 2023 is live — here’s how to see your Steam Replay
Valve has opened the doors on Steam Year in Review (formerly Steam Replay) for 2023. Here's how to see your stats for the year.
Intel is cooking up an exciting DLSS 3 rival
At Siggraph Asia 2023, Intel introduced a research paper that details an exciting rival to Nvidia's popular DLSS 3.
My favorite game of 2023 is a secret Twitter eulogy
While 2023 was full of huge games, no game was more on the pulse of current events than the oddly prophetic Videoverse.
5 ways to take your PC from boring to beautiful
Performance is one thing, but what about aesthetic? Here are a few things you can to do make your PC look as great as it runs.
A look back at the best (and worst) PC games I tested in 2023
I test dozens of PC games every year. Here are the most impressive (and the most disappointing) PC ports I looked at in 2023.
The first Core Ultra handheld gaming PC is already coming
We already have details on a handheld gaming PC sporting one of Intel's new Core Ultra CPUs.
How I conceded to the RTX 4060 Ti
I recommended the worst GPU released this year to a friend who was building a PC, and he loves it. Here's why.
If I’m not supposed to smell the Steam Deck vents, why do they smell so good?
Apparently, you aren't supposed to smell the fumes coming off your new Steam Deck, but that probably won't stop me.
All Charms and Trinkets in Lego Fortnite
Charms and Trinkets provide a wide range of improvements for your character in Lego Fortnite that you don't want to miss out on. Here's what each of them do.
How to make a bed and assign it to villagers in Lego Fortnite
Even a Lego character needs to take a break once in a while. Give them a place to sleep in Lego Fortnite by building a bed or sharing one with a friend or NPC.
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.
Google loses landmark antitrust lawsuit against Epic Games
Google has lost a landmark case against Epic Games after a jury decided on Monday that the web giant operates an illegal monopoly via its Android app store.
How to get the free Jackie skin in Fortnite: Rocket Racing
Free skins are always a treat, but you will have to earn them in Fortnite: Rocket Racing. Here's how to complete the Try Rocket Racing! quest and get Jackie.
The Day Before studio shutting down just four days after disastrous launch
The Day Before developer Fntastic announced it is shutting down just four days after releasing the postapocalyptic shooter.
How to get Marble in Lego Fortnite
What even is Marble in Lego Fortnite? If you don't know the first place to look for this white rock, we'll show you where and how to collect this hidden stone.
I’ve used ultrawide monitors for a decade. Here’s why I’ve given up on them
I've used a 21:9 PC monitor for 10 years, but I'm finally giving up the form factor. Here's why I stopped.
This was the most disappointing GPU that I reviewed this year
We've seen a ton of new GPUs this year, but there's one card that stands out as the most disappointing GPU of 2023.
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.
How to get planks in Lego Fortnite
Planks are needed for a lot of advanced builds and upgrades in Lego Fortnite, but how to get them isn't obvious. Here's the secret to getting planks.
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.
I’m shocked how good this $180 GPU is
We haven't seen a true budget GPU in a few years, but Intel's Arc A580 fills that gap with compelling 1080p performance at a fantastic price.
How to create a shared world in Lego Fortnite and play with friends
Lego Fortnite is a massive change from what Fortnite typically offers. If you want to explore this new world with your friends, here's what you need to know.
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.
Where to find the secret cave in Fortnite
You can never have enough loot in Fortnite, and there's a secret cave that can get you kitted out with some high-tier equipment if you know where to find it.
AMD’s new Ryzen 8040 CPUs aren’t all that new
AMD revealed its new Ryzen 8040 laptop CPUs, but looking closely at the specs, it doesn't look like there's much new with them at all.
I’m glad GTA 6 isn’t coming to PC right away
It looks like GTA 6 won't launch on PC alongside console, but despite a barrage of criticism, that's a good thing for PC gamers.
Intel said AMD’s Ryzen 7000 is snake oil
A new marketing playbook from Intel compares AMD's Ryzen 7000 mobile processors to snake oil.
The most innovative monitors of 2023
2023 was a huge year for monitors. Here are the displays that pushed the envelope forward like no others this year.