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NeoGeo AES+ revival brings authentic hardware and modern extras

The NeoGeo AES+ revives the original hardware using purpose-built chips for an authentic experience, ships with ten cartridge reissues and launches for pre-order on 16 April 2026 ahead of a 12 November 2026 release

How AI is reshaping TTRPG character backgrounds and why transparency matters

A short YouTube find led two listeners to question a premium service, sparking a wider conversation about AI, trust and creative work

Do violent video games increase aggression? evidence and nuance

A social psychology researcher reviews evidence that links violent video games to small but measurable increases in hostile thoughts, emotions and behaviours

Where to buy Xbox Series X 1TB and what it offers

Discover the essentials of the Microsoft Xbox Series X 1TB: specs, retailer pricing, and buying tips to help you decide

Valorant 12.07: Discord linking, scope fixes and improved settings

Get a quick breakdown of the key additions and fixes in Valorant patch 12.07, from Discord linking to scope adjustments

Playing WoW with hot dog controllers: is it possible?

A retribution paladin clears bosses with meat-themed inputs and an unexpected compromise

New PlayStation Plus catalog: Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, The Crew Motorfest and more

PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium will receive a variety of games on April 21, from open-world racers to a classic JRPG and indie hits

Alexa+ arrives in Italy: conversational assistant powered by Amazon Bedrock

Explore Alexa+, the conversational upgrade to Alexa that acts on requests, adapts to family profiles and links to external services

Budget TV gaming PC guide with Ryzen 5 5600 and RX 6700 in the UK

Plan a £650 TV-optimized gaming PC that runs esports like Valorant and cinematic games like Elden Ring using a sensible AM4 parts list and power/cooling recommendations

Ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming could open cloud play to non-Game Pass users

Microsoft is exploring an ad-funded tier for Xbox Cloud Gaming that would let players stream titles without a Game Pass subscription in return for watching ads

Shop gaming accessories and Target services with ease

A practical guide to Target product listings, shipping options, and promotional features to help you choose gaming accessories and more

When AAAA games change the economics of game development

An essential primer on quadruple A titles, their defining features, and the strategic choices they force

Annual best-selling video games in the United States and what the data shows

Discover how the best-selling video games in the United States have shifted over time, which franchises and publishers dominate, and why some sales are undercounted

How testing must adapt for open-world games and uncertain systems

Open-world games highlight the limits of closed testing assumptions and motivate a shift toward testing that collects evidence about behavior under uncertainty

Top retro gaming consoles to buy for authentic classic game play

Find the right retro console for your nostalgia whether you collect cartridges, prefer compact mini systems, or want a modern console stocked with classic titles

Rethinking AI in gaming: meanings and implications

A brief probe into how ‘AI in gaming’ is used, misunderstood, and why clarity matters

Life is Strange: Reunion evaluated — does Max and Chloe’s return deliver?

A measured look at Life is Strange: Reunion that highlights strong character work with Chloe and the costs of leaning on nostalgia

How the Carolina Gaming Arena builds campus community through esports

From online friendships to a campus gathering place: one coordinator turns gaming into community

How Redfall’s final update reveals what it almost could have been

A fresh playthrough of Redfall after its last patch shows meaningful fixes and a clearer idea of what Arkane Austin might have delivered

AI music critique praises fart recording as lo-fi mood piece

ChatGPT applauded a YouTube clip of iFart noises, treating it like an indie mood piece and even scoring its idea and execution

Philips Evnia 27M2G5800: 5K clarity and 330Hz speed in one panel

Philips has announced the Evnia 27M2G5800, a 27‑inch Fast IPS monitor with a dual‑mode panel that prioritizes either pixel density or refresh rate depending on the task

How controlled artistry helps Elden Ring compete with Crimson Desert

A Capcom veteran explains how Elden Ring uses controlled detail and classic artistic methods to remain visually striking even next to technically advanced rivals

Affordable $500 gaming PC guide for 1080p performance and upgrades

A step-by-step plan to assemble a balanced $500 gaming PC that delivers 1080p performance and room to grow

Principal solutions architect for GPU cloud network infrastructure at NVIDIA

Lead the design of resilient, cost-effective network interconnects for cloud gaming and help scale platforms like GeForce Now with a focus on latency, availability, and observability