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8 Tips for Playing Marvel’s Spider-Man 2

Insomniac’s new PlayStation 5 exclusive feels like an interactive blockbuster. Here’s some advice to help you swing into the action.
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Super Mario Bros. Wonder Is the Face of Nintendo’s Transformation

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Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard Deal Changes the Game

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Why Nintendo Kept Super Mario Bros. Wonder's New Mario Under Wraps

Earlier this year Charles Martinet, who voiced Mario for decades, retired. After weeks of speculation about his replacement, Nintendo revealed the new voice actor with little fanfare. What gives?

What Makes a Video Game Remake Actually Worth Playing?

From Pokémon to Resident Evil 4, it's time to separate the reimagined classics from the brazen cash-grabs.

Welcome to the Golden Age of Console Strategy Games

Faced with new tech, expanding audiences, and a changing medium, game developers are reimagining the strategy genre.

Why Do Video Games Want Me to Be a War Criminal?

I’ve recently come to terms with the fact that I enjoy killing people and eating them (in Stellaris).

Gear & Tips

The 15 Best Games on PlayStation Plus

What are you playing next? From Celeste to Riders Republic, Sony’s subscription service has many great options for your PS5 or PS4.

The Best Crossplay Games for Consoles and PC

These titles let you play with friends on all kinds of platforms, from computers to Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and even mobile.

11 Must-Play Games on Xbox Game Pass

From Lies of P to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Microsoft’s subscription service includes a bounty of fun games for both console and PC.

The Best Mouse (and Mousepads) for Every Kind of Gamer

Whether you’re into esports or casual fragging, these are the greatest gaming mice we’ve tested.

Reviews and Impressions 

Assassin’s Creed Mirage Is Flashy and Fun but Does Its Setting a Disservice

Ubisoft's new entry in the Assassin's Creed series may be rooted in history, but it spends so much time on fiction that the real ancient world is barely a backdrop.

Total War: Pharaoh Boasts a Rich Campaign Map Befitting a Ruler

The latest Total War title captures the grandeur of ancient Egypt with highly customizable, vividly rendered game play, though combat can feel a bit underwhelming.

Meta Quest 3 Is an Excellent Portal to an Empty Metaverse

Adding mixed reality to virtual reality makes for a dramatically improved headset, but Meta's virtual worlds are still ghost towns.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Rewards You for Your Unexpected Choices

Larian's take on the classic RPG shows that the shrewd shall inherit.

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