Unreal Engine 6 is officially here, but I’m still holding my breath

Unreal Engine 6 is finally official with Rocket League leading the charge, but after UE5’s optimization struggles, there’s good reason for gamers to stay cautious.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     May 24

3 MacBook games that hit harder than most movies and don’t demand gamer instincts

If you use a MacBook and have never thought of yourself as a gamer, these three story-driven games are easy to get into, emotionally sharp, and surprisingly hard to forget.

Gaming     Vikhyaat Vivek     May 23

I miss when tech looked cheap, plastic, and honest

Old plastic gadgets were chunky, strange, and sometimes ugly, but they had a tactile clarity modern tech keeps sanding away.

Gaming     Paulo Vargas     May 23

I played like a rat in Arc Raiders, and the loot was disgustingly good

After one shamelessly patient Stella Montis run turned a free loadout into multiple weapon blueprints, I finally understood why Arc Raiders players are arguing over rats, free kits, and risk.

Gaming     Vikhyaat Vivek     May 13

I’m still not sold on a disc-less Xbox, but Project Helix feels inevitable now

Leaks tied to Xbox Project Helix suggest Microsoft may launch its next-gen console without a disc drive, alongside a possible Disc2Digital program.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     May 13

I hate scalpers, and Valve’s Steam Machine queue is exactly what we need

Valve’s database reportedly includes Steam Machine references inside its reservation system code, which could mean the company is preparing a more controlled launch after the Steam Controller scalping mess.

Gaming     Vikhyaat Vivek     May 11

Wordle is getting a TV show on NBC, and it already feels like a betrayal

The New York Times is turning Wordle into an NBC primetime game show hosted by Savannah Guthrie and produced by Jimmy Fallon, set to air in 2027.

Gaming     M. Priyadarshini     May 11

The Desktop Paradox: I finally understand why gamers hesitate before going OLED

OLED looks perfect, so why isn’t it on your desk? Exploring burn-in fears, MiniLED trade-offs, and why gamers are still torn.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     May 6

Steam Deck 2 wishlist: what I want in the next-gen model

Valve already has the best handheld foundation around, so the new Steam Deck 2 just needs smarter upgrades in the places that matter most.

Gaming     Vikhyaat Vivek     April 28

Microsoft warns the AI RAMmageddon could raise the price of Xbox Project Helix

Xbox's next console is shaping up to be the most honest disappointment in gaming history — Asha Sharma will look you dead in the eye, tell you it's going to cost a lot, and somehow still make you root for her. The RAMmageddon was always coming. Turns out, it just decided to set up camp in your wallet.

Gaming     Shimul Sood     April 28

I’m rocking the original Switch in 2026. It just works because everything else got complicated

Nintendo’s original Switch is weaker than today’s handhelds, but in 2026, its simplicity feels less like a weakness and more like the whole point.

Gaming     Paulo Vargas     April 25

Monitors are no longer simple upgrades. Here’s what’s changing

Monitor technology is evolving beyond simple upgrades. From OLED improvements and ultra-high refresh rates to emerging 6K displays, here’s what’s actually changing and why it matters.

Gaming     Sam Buckingham     April 22

Xbox Game Pass just got cheaper, and I’m not complaining about the pivot it comes with

Xbox Game Pass gets cheaper but drops Call of Duty day-one access. Smart reset or value loss? Here’s what changed, why it matters, and how gamers are reacting.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     April 21

Lego Batman feels like the best Dark Knight game in years and I can’t wait for it

Lego Batman isn’t even out yet, but it’s already doing more for the Dark Knight than recent AAA flops. Arkham fans might finally have something to smile about.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     April 19

Steam is basically a PC gaming monopoly, so why isn’t anyone mad?

Open any gaming PC, and chances are the blue icon of Steam is sitting right there on the desktop. Not hidden, not optional, but almost expected. Over time, Steam has gone from being just another launcher to becoming the default storefront for PC gaming, almost like a built-in part of the experience. The Monopoly Nobody […]

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     April 18

Metro 2039’s eerie post-apocalyptic world looks darker, weirder, and more eldritch this Winter, and I’m already sold

Metro 2039 looks less like another post-apocalyptic shooter and more like a full-on descent back into the strange, supernatural dread that made the series special.

Gaming     Vikhyaat Vivek     April 17

5 dead games I still can’t stop thinking about

Not every dead game deserves a eulogy, but these five still feel like unfinished conversations.

Gaming     Vikhyaat Vivek     April 5

I highly recommend these 3 must-play games this weekend across the PS5, Xbox, and PC

Some weekends are for comfort, others are for chaos. This one? A bit of both. Whether it’s revisiting a gaming icon that defined an era, diving into a massively upgraded open-world epic, or trying out this generation’s cult classic title set to leave Game Pass soon, this lineup has range. 1. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered […]

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     April 4

Apple at 50: The Pippin was a flop in 1996, but I’m ready for Apple’s bold gaming bet in 2026

From the failed Pippin to AAA games on iPhones, Apple’s 50-year journey shows its gaming dreams weren’t wrong, just early. Now, the ecosystem might finally be ready.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     April 1

The PS5 has been my best investment in the last 6 years (because it actually went up in value)

The PS5 just got pricier, again. A 6-year-old console that appreciates in value? Here’s why gaming is becoming an expensive hobby.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     March 29

Why everyone hates NVIDIA DLSS 5 (but will love it eventually)

DLSS 5: from “next-gen magic” to “makeup filter gone rogue”. Hated today, inevitable tomorrow, as AI learns that vibes matter as much as pixels.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     March 22

A $1,000 Xbox might actually make sense, if Project Helix gets it right

Rumors suggest Microsoft’s next Xbox, Project Helix, could cost up to $1,000 or more, but its hybrid console-PC design and massive performance leap may justify the price.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     March 7

The new fad of PC renting is a nightmare and I’m scared about the future of gaming

Renting gaming hardware might lower the barrier to entry today, but it could also redefine what it means to truly own a gaming setup tomorrow.

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     March 7

The Xbox isn’t ending, but it needs these 3 changes to return to glory

If you’ve spent any time following gaming news in early 2026, you might think the end of Xbox is right around the corner. Between reports of a 32% year-over-year drop in hardware revenue, the sudden departure of longtime Xbox boss Phil Spencer, and wild speculation that Microsoft might pivot the entire gaming division toward AI, […]

Gaming     Varun Mirchandani     March 6

It’s not run-and-gun, but that’s exactly why Rainbow Six Mobile works for me

After nearly a decade of playing Siege on PC, Rainbow Six Mobile surprised me by keeping the tension intact.

Gaming     Vikhyaat Vivek     February 28

Razer’s new Wolverine V3 controller is the fastest in the world, but it’s designed for something you won’t expect

CES 2026 is in full swing, and Razer is cutting deep with interesting and wacky technology as always (outside the AI stuff). My favorite one, however, being rather simple: a controller. That’s right, Razer is launching the new Wolverine V3 controller, and unlike its predecessors, it’s equipped with Bluetooth, and not just any Bluetooth. Razer […]

Gaming     Rami Tabari     January 6

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