The year 2015 saw a bitter and very public breakup between Hideo Kojima, the creative mind behind the Metal Gear Solid series, and Konami, the company that had published his games for years. Though the full reasons for the split were never made clear, it damaged the brand in ways that couldn't be repaired for years.

The HyperX Pulsefire Saga Pro is a pretty run-of-the-mill gaming mouse when it comes to specs, but that's not what makes it special. With a wide range of 3D printable files, this mouse can be customized like none I've ever used before, and I absolutely love that.

I've been building PCs for almost two decades, and I've yet to use an AIO liquid CPU cooler in any of my builds. The thing is, I won't, ever. Here's why.

I'm a huge Minecraft fan, but lately I've been trying out other games that scratch the exploration and crafting itch. Satisfactory by Coffee Stain Studios is my latest obsession—here's why.

InZOI has a lot of unique features that not many players expected to see. While there is still a long way to go for the game, it's nice to see the gaming straying from the formula laid down by The Sims.

There are many games that don't force you to kill every time you get the chance. Some games actually reward players for holding back from murder, and these can provide a great challenge. If you're into games where pacifism is allowed, there are plenty to choose from.

Perhaps more than any other medium, video games are constantly being delayed or abruptly canceled. It’s heartbreaking to see a highly anticipated game miss its original release date, but the development hell that unfolds behind the scenes is even worse.

Razer Aether Standing Light Bars enhance the Chroma ecosystem with vibrant forward- or wall-facing RGBs, though a bigger library of games with custom responsive lighting would really improve their appeal.

Every now and again, a game comes along that takes everyone by surprise with a bold new take on a tried and tested formula. Sometimes refining what came before isn’t enough, you really need to innovate to stand out.

When you’re buying a business or student laptop, gaming probably isn’t high on your list of priorities. But what if I told you that nearly any laptop can handle games? In fact, it can offer a far more enjoyable experience than gaming on your phone.

I fell in love with Monument Valley back when I first reviewed it for Android Police in 2014, and while it's not the kind of title I've spent a lot of time with since, it has spawned a love for similar types of games.

There are numerous ways to control most games, and, of course, you should pick the type of control scheme that works the best for you. However, I think a lot of people overlook the humble D-pad as an option—always opting for an analog stick.

If it's not crypto- or AI-driven shortages, it's tariffs. The price of hardware goes up, while the supply of that hardware goes down. So, honestly, it's not a great time for hardware enthusiasts to be in the market for new gear.

Overclocking a new PC can be intimidating. You might wonder if it's even necessary, but leaving performance on the table feels even worse. Luckily, if you have an AMD Ryzen chip, there's an easy way to get a performance boost without the hassle.

Back in the day, there were dozens of Star Wars games to play. Lately, it feels like there's been a dirge of titles for the IP, with fans left wanting more.

Unboxing (or even better, building) a new gaming PC is exciting. Some people, even seasoned IT experts, get lost in this excitement and make some egregious mistakes that wind up ruining their gaming experience. Here's a few big ones to avoid.

Whisky is no longer actively maintained. The popular Wine frontend, which served as a free alternative to CrossOver, made it easier to run Windows games and applications on macOS.

Remakes are always a topic of heated debate in the gaming community. Sometimes they result in games that garner critical acclaim, but I'd say that most remakes we've seen so far simply end up showing us how good the original was, and that we'd rather be playing that.

Aside from your monitor and mouse, your keyboard is one of the most critical pieces of gaming gear. While mechanical keyboards are the usual go-to choice, a new contender is making waves: the Hall Effect keyboard. But is it really worth the hype?