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PS5 restock tracker: GameStop has consoles in stores Friday, more expected this week

PS5 restock tracker: GameStop has consoles in stores Friday, more expected this week

There's a lot going on this week, keep an eye out.

by Russell Holly

Get these Nintendo Switch games at a discount before they're released

Get these Nintendo Switch games at a discount before they're released

New Mario Party and Pokemon titles are on their way, but you can pick them up for less right now.

by Joseph Kaminski

How to find the best M.2 SSD for expanding PS5 storage

Sony has unlocked the extra M.2 SSD slot inside the PlayStation 5. The rules are tricky, but these specific drives should all work.

Where to preorder Elden Ring for PlayStation, Xbox and PC

Here's what we know so far about preorders for the action RPG, which launches Jan. 21.

A PS5 restock will happen at PlayStation Direct today (Update: Sold out)

Better luck next time.

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Best Nintendo Switch controller to buy for 2021

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Best Oculus Quest 2 accessories for 2021

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Best Xbox Series X or Series S accessories for 2021

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Oculus Quest 2 review: Facebook's $299 VR headset is still one of my favorite game consoles

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Nintendo Switch OLED preorder: Where to look for stock

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Nintendo Switch Lite

Nintendo Switch Lite review: A great handheld, without the Switch part

by Scott Stein

PS5 restock tracker: How to check which GameStop stores will have consoles tomorrow

by Russell Holly

Xbox Series X review: Fine-tuned to perfection without surprises

by Dan Ackerman

PS5 review: Exclusive games power Sony's sky-high space-age console

by Dan Ackerman

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Pokemon Sword and Shield: Free Shiny Zacian and Zamazenta available from GameStop

Visit a participating store and you can pick up a free code for the Shiny legendary Pokemon.

by Kevin Knezevic

Pokemon Go Halloween 2021: Pumpkaboo, Misunderstood Mischief Research and more

The second part of Pokemon Go's Halloween event is underway, and it introduces new ghost Pokemon and more to the game.

by Kevin Knezevic

Zuckerberg reveals new games for Oculus

At Facebook Connect, CEO Mark Zuckerberg reveals what gaming will look like in the future and some current games for the Oculus Quest.

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Facebook, Rockstar will bring Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas to the Oculus Quest 2

A remake of the hit game is coming to virtual reality.

by Eli Blumenthal

Facebook wants to pivot Oculus Quest and AR toward work and apps

The embattled social media company hopes you'll trust its VR and AR devices even more.

by Scott Stein

Pokemon Go November 2021 Community Day: Shinx, event move and bonuses

Shinx is the star of Pokemon Go's next Community Day event.

by Kevin Knezevic

Pokemon Go November 2021 events: Raids, Día de Muertos event and more

A lot is happening in Pokemon Go in November 2021. Here are the biggest events.

by Kevin Knezevic

Hisuian Zorua and Zoroark revealed for Pokemon Legends: Arceus

Two more Pokemon will have new regional forms in the upcoming Nintendo Switch game.

by Kevin Knezevic

PS5 restock tracker: GameStop has consoles in stores Friday, more expected this week

There's a lot going on this week, keep an eye out.

by Russell Holly

The 13 best horror games to play during Halloween

From old favorites to some new underground thrills, here are some of gaming's best horror games to play right now.

by Alessandro Fillari

PlayStation State of Play: Start time, how to watch Wednesday's livestream

We'll get a look at upcoming PS5 and PS4 third-party releases.

by Sean Keane

Intel launches 12th-gen gaming CPUs based on Alder Lake

Led by the flagship Core i9-12900K, Intel ships its first hybrid chips for desktops.

by Lori Grunin

Get these Nintendo Switch games at a discount before they're released

New Mario Party and Pokemon titles are on their way, but you can pick them up for less right now.

by Joseph Kaminski

Get Deathloop on PS5 for just $40 today

Imagine Groundhog Day, but as a hyperkinetic shooter.

by Robin Mosley

Oculus Quest 2 is a great game console. Can it be more?

Commentary: One year on, Facebook's VR headset is still a technological marvel, but the challenges will increase as Facebook tries to make it a doorway to much more.

by Scott Stein

What are Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync and which do I need?

Love the one you're with.

by Lori Grunin

Best Oculus Quest 2 accessories for 2021

Here's a look at some of the best we've found, including eye-pad covers, controller grips, upgraded head straps and much more.

by David Carnoy

Pikmin Bloom: How Niantic and Nintendo's new game mixes walking, memory and AR

The new mobile game is slowly making its way to launch. We tried it, and Niantic's CEO explains what to expect.

by Scott Stein

Blizzard cancels BlizzCon 2022

The company says it will "reimagine" the fan show.

by Oscar Gonzalez

Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack: How to play N64 and Sega Genesis games now

Nintendo's online service just added an expensive new tier, with new classic games and perks.

by Sean Keane