Gaming
SEE LATEST GAMING STORIES BY CATEGORY
Deal
This RTX-powered Acer gaming laptop is shockingly cheap—just $650!
The budget-friendly Acer Nitro V gaming laptop can be had for just $650 on Amazon right now.Sponsored
Timekettle W4 Pro launches at IFA 2024 to revolutionize cross-language business communications
Timekettle W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds provide instant two-way translation for face-to-face or remote communication in 40 languages.News
Baldur's Gate III adds native game mods on PC
Players can now browse and install a huge list of game mods without any external tools.News
This adorable mini PC is the 'world's smallest' water-cooled gaming desktop
The Geekom MegaMini G1 uses laptop parts to cram a ton of power into a tiny case.Deal
Get this RTX-powered HP laptop with i9 CPU for $400 off today
This 16-inch HP Omen gaming laptop is down to $1,000 at Best Buy right now.
How-To
How to connect a PS5 controller to your laptop (and set it up right)
Learn whether you should connect your PS5 controller to your laptop using a wired or wireless connection, plus a few caveats to keep in mind with DualSense controllers on PC.
News
Intel says Lunar Lake laptop graphics are getting a huge boost from Xe2
The company's IFA 2024 presentation claims a 31% improvement over last gen and 16% over AMD's latest APU.News
Acer's clean Nitro V 14 wasn't good enough for one girl gamer
Acer launches the Nitro V 14 gaming laptop at the IFA showcase in Berlin, but the relatively anemic GPU had some fuming.News
Acer concept laptop's touchpad pops out as a gaming controller
The DualPlay's touchpad releases and flips around to reveal a full gamepad. Its speakers also pop out of the laptop body.Deal
This RTX-stacked Alienware gaming laptop is $400 off right now
The powerful Alienware m16 R2 gaming laptop is on sale for $1,500 at Best Buy.News
Cooler Master's $7,000 Shark X PC doesn't even include a built-in laser
Cooler Master's long-awaited Shark X, a mix of mini-ITX desktop and modern art piece, can be yours for just… seven grand.News
Acer debuts new Nitro gaming laptops and a Steam Deck clone
Affordable gaming laptops for everyone! But we'll have to wait for more details on the Nitro Blaze 7 handheld.News
Windows 11 is (finally) a winner with Steam users
It took almost three years, but Windows 11 is now the most popular OS with Steam users.Deal
This RTX-fitted MSI gaming laptop is down to just $800 today
The MSI Cyborg 15 gaming laptop has a strong config for its price at Best Buy.News
This Steam-powered mini PC is the Dreamcast 2 we never got
The EmuDeck Machines crowdfunded project takes some inspiration from Sega's late great final console.Feature
Are Chromebooks good for gaming? No… but actually also yes
Think a bit outside the box and you'll find that Chromebooks can be good for gaming — with caveats.
How-To
How to prevent Windows Defender from ruining your gaming performance
This simple fix can boost your PC's performance in games.Feature
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: Everything you need to know
The highly anticipated flight sim update is coming later this year. Here's what to expect as far as content, aircraft, features, and release date.Opinion
Why Black Myth: Wukong is no Dark Souls clone
Black Myth: Wukong may borrow some Soulslike mechanics but it's different enough to keep things interesting.Deal
This slim RTX-equipped MSI gaming laptop is only $760 right now
The MSI Thin 15 is a great deal at this price on Amazon.
Deal
Snag this Razer keyboard for 68% off and see what all the fuss is about
Yeah, this keyboard could get you banned in Counter-Strike — and you can get it right now for $170 off original price.Deal
Save $700 on this RTX 4070 gaming PC that's absolutely stacked
This iBUYPOWER Y60 gaming PC has an insane config for just $1,399 at Walmart.
Reviews
Razer DeathAdder V3 Hyperspeed review: Buckle up, it's fast!
The Razer DeathAdder V3 Hyperspeed gaming mouse is comfortable, maneuverable, and quick off the mark.News
Nvidia RTX 50-series laptops will get GDDR7 memory
An OEM partner says the presumed RTX 5060 will be one of the first discrete laptop GPUs available with the speedy new graphics memory standard.
Deal
Get Logitech's deluxe MX Master 3 mouse for over 50% off
It's one of our favorite PC mice and it's on sale for half off its original retail price.News
The PS5 Edge controller is now fully customizable on PCs
Good news for PC gamers: Sony's new desktop app can fully customize the DualSense Edge controller now.Deal
This RTX-strapped Acer gaming laptop just got a big price cut
The Acer Predator Helios Neo is a rocket for the price, especially now that it's only $1,200 at Best Buy.
Deal
My favorite compact Logitech keyboard is on sale for $80 right now
The Logitech MX Keys Mini has low-profile keys and a tiny table footprint — and it's 20% off on Amazon right now.Deal
This RTX 4060 gaming laptop is going for incredibly cheap today
Right now, you can get 23% off on this Acer Nitro V gaming laptop at Best Buy.Feature
How to check your graphics card’s GPU temperature
Knowing your graphics card's GPU temperature is vital when your PC keeps overheating, or when you try your hand at overclocking. Here's how to check your GPU temperature.
Deal
Get 8BitDo's NES-inspired retro keyboard for just $60 right now
The Retro Keyboard looks great while packing great wireless and high-end parts. It's currently 40% off via Woot.News
Shrinkflation is hitting Nvidia's RTX 4070 graphics card
Nvidia's new RTX 4070 model will use slower GDDR6 memory but won't drop in price.
Opinion
Why you shouldn’t skimp on your gaming PC's case
The case is usually the last thing you think of when building a gaming rig. But there are good reasons why you should never skimp on this important piece of hardware.Feature
How a VR game helped me lose 100 pounds
Along with intense dieting, a game on the Meta Quest 2 helped me keep moving during my weight loss.Deal
Take $400 off this RTX-powered HP gaming laptop today
This HP Omen gaming laptop boasts an RTX 4060 and it's on sale for just $1,000 at Best Buy.Best Deals
4 awesome back-to-school deals on Origin gaming laptops
Level up between classes with these top-tier gaming laptops that are 20% off in Origin's back-to-school sales event.
News
Using the wrong keyboard in Counter-Strike might get you banned
Valve has come out against the contentious Snap Tap feature for adjustable actuation keyboards.
Reviews
Lemokey G1 Wireless review: 8,000Hz polling rate and mad maneuverability
The Lemokey G1 Wireless gaming mouse is lightweight, moves like a dream, and has a killer 8,000Hz wireless polling rate!Sponsored
How to Record on Roblox
It's easy to record Roblox gameplay. We explain how to record Roblox on PC, Mac, iOS, Android and Chrome.Sponsored
How to Record Gameplay on PC
Deal
Don't miss this RTX-powered Acer gaming laptop for an absurdly low $700
The Acer Nitro V is a lot more affordable right now with Best Buy selling it for just $700.News
Zotac's take on the Steam Deck includes OLED screen, built-in kickstand
The Zotac Zone has an OLED screen, kickstand, Hall effect sticks, and dual touchpads. But when can you buy one? And for how much?News
Gamer breaks world record with 444 consoles connected to one TV
A gamer from Saudi Arabia can now add this world record to his sprawling console collection.News
This guy crammed desktop gaming parts into a laptop — and it didn't explode
YouTuber Socket Science made a passable gaming laptop with AMD desktop parts, a 3D-printed body, and lots of hard work.Opinion
These PC games reignited my faith in community after years of toxicity
Toxic behavior has led most gamers to expect the worst in gaming communities. But these two games are restoring faith.Deal
The ROG Ally is $200 off at Best Buy right now
Asus' ROG Ally is the best handheld for on-the-go Windows gaming — and the beefier Ryzen Z1 Extreme version is on sale for $500 today.Feature
Why are gaming laptops so expensive? We break it down
These factors contribute to why gaming laptops cost so much and why they're more expensive than their gaming PC counterparts.Deal
Take $400 off this 24-core, RTX-powered HP Omen gaming laptop
This gaming laptop is a beefy boi, packing a 24-core processor and a 16-inch screen. It's on sale for a grand at Best Buy right now.News