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If you’re getting bored of the tiny screen on your Nintendo Switch or the limited games on your PlayStation 4, it might be time to start thinking about PC gaming. With the entire Internet’s worth of ...

When you think of the best gaming handheld devices, your mind might wander to the Game Boy or Nintendo DS you grew up with. But did you know that today’s handhelds let you play blockbuster PC games on ...

Playing video games on modern consoles can be summed up with one simple question: Do you want a PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, or Nintendo Switch? Unless you have a hankering for titles exclusive to ...

You’ve seen the headlines, heard the buzz, and watched the trailers for cloud gaming on Android devices. What you might not realize is that your smartphone’s ...

It's a universal truth that graphics alone don't define a game's greatness. The most streamed games on platforms like Twitch often have modest PC requirements ...

Computer games: Beneficial and fun, or pure evil? I’d like to tell you that I can provide a definitive answer. But the research jury is very much out on this. The academic literature is wrought with ...

Are you still clutching that console controller while your friends rave about their epic PC gaming setups? It might be time to join the master race. While consoles have their charm, there’s a whole ...

No matter if you’re a beginner looking to invest in a new setup or an advanced player looking to upgrade your current gaming suite—purchasing a new laptop can be pricey. While brands are constantly ...

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