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Best M.2 SSDs for Expanding Your PS5's Storage

Best M.2 SSDs for Expanding Your PS5's Storage

We've tested the best M.2 solid-state drives for the PlayStation 5 and are here to provide our expert opinions.

by Joseph Kaminski

Dune: Spice Wars Early Access Preview -- Beautiful but Complicated

Dune: Spice Wars Early Access Preview -- Beautiful but Complicated

This video game brings Arrakis to life in impressive detail, but controlling the planet will take all of your focus.

by Russell Holly

Nintendo Switch OLED vs. the Others: Which Should You Buy?

We'll help you pick the best Nintendo Switch for you to enjoy the games you play.

Nintendo Switch OLED Review: The Best Switch, but Still Mostly the Same

Editor's Choice: A bigger, better display and an excellent kickstand make this a great handheld game system, but existing Switch owners don't need to upgrade.

PS5 Restock Tracker: How to Score a PlayStation 5 Console Bundle on Cyber Monday

Learn the best methods for finding a PS5 on Cyber Monday.

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Quest 2 Is Still the Best VR Headset for Now

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Best Handheld Game Console

by Scott Stein

Best Nintendo Switch Controller

by Joshua Goldman

Apple Arcade: Best Games to Play

by Shelby Brown

Best Meta Quest 2 Accessories

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PS5 Restock Tracker

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Best Xbox Series X or Series S Accessories

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Sony PlayStation 5 Review

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Xbox Series X Review

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Best Nintendo Switch Deals and Bundles

You can save on a new Nintendo Switch with these deals. Check out our roundup of deals on bundles, consoles, games and more for all Switch models.

by Adrian Marlow

New Xbox Controller, Stellar Shift, Puts Deep Space in the Palm of Your Hands

The shimmery blue and purple wireless controller is now available for purchase.

by David Anders

Meta Revamping Horizon Worlds for Younger Audiences, Report Says

The app could reportedly open to younger users as soon as March.

by Caroline Igo

Hogwarts Legacy: Platforms, Release Dates, More for the Harry Potter RPG

Here's what you should know about the open-world game set in the wizarding world.

by Meara Isenberg

Hogwarts Legacy Rekindles the Harry Potter Magic

Commentary: The open-world RPG game lets you dive into an unseen era of the wizarding world, and it's a joy to explore.

by Sean Keane

Best PlayStation Deals: Save on Headsets, Refurb Consoles and More

Expanding your gaming setup has never been easier with these deals on PlayStation accessories.

by Max McHone

Nintendo Direct to Reveal 2023 Switch Lineup: How to Watch and What to Expect

We'll get 40 minutes of details about games coming in the first half of the year, so you can expect to see The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

by Sean Keane

Hot Wheels Rift Rally Turns Your Living Room Into a Video Game

Blending a remote-controlled car with a video game, Velan Studios creates an impressive example of mixed reality gaming with Hot Wheels Rift Rally. CNET's Bridget Carey takes it for a spin in an early demo to see how it works on iOS and PlayStation.

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Hot Wheels Turns Your Home Into a Mixed-Reality RC Stunt Track

The game from the makers of Mario Kart Live lets you shrink down and race around your living room. I played Rift Rally and can testify that it's a lot of fun.

by Scott Stein