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GTA VI’s $400 Vice City Collector’s Box Is Pure Rockstar Excess
Rockstar’s limited Goodtime State collection turns Leonida’s fictional culture into an 11-piece $399.99 collector’s box, with GTA VI sold separately.
Marvel’s Wolverine Is Bloody, Expensive and Weirdly Safe
Insomniac built a convincing Wolverine, then trapped him inside a cautious blockbuster. The performances cut deep; the combat and mission design do not.
Rockstar Drops Massive New 27-Minute Look at GTA VI
Rockstar drops a new extended look at GTA VI ahead of its 2026 release.
GTA VI Lands November 19: Inside the Most Anticipated Launch in Gaming History
After a delay out of the spring window, Rockstar locked Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026. Here's why the entire industry is rearranging its calendar around one game.
The Console War Is Over. The Handheld Won.
Switch 2 is the fastest-selling console ever, Steam Deck mainstreamed portable PCs, and a $14 billion handheld market has quietly rewritten the rules. The box under your TV is no longer the center of gaming.
The 7 Games That Will Define the Rest of 2026
GTA VI is the headline, but it's far from the only heavyweight landing this year. From Marvel's Wolverine to FromSoftware's Switch 2 gamble, here's what's actually worth the wait.
FromSoftware Goes Multiplayer: The Duskbloods and the Studio's Biggest Gamble Yet
The studio behind Dark Souls and Elden Ring is making an 8-player PvPvE vampire game, exclusively for Switch 2. Inside the most surprising swing FromSoftware has ever taken.
The Best Handheld Gaming PCs of 2026, Ranked
Steam Deck OLED, ROG Xbox Ally X, Legion Go S: the portable PC market is more crowded and more competent than ever. Here's what to actually buy in 2026.
Adidas, Gucci, Balenciaga: Inside Gaming's Fashion Takeover
From G2's Adidas deal to a $1,620 Fnatic x Gucci watch and Balenciaga's PUBG bomber jackets, the line between esports merch and luxury fashion has officially collapsed.
The Esports Power Map Is Redrawing Itself, and the Stakes Have Never Been Higher
NRG's first Valorant Champions title, the Esports World Cup's ballooning prize pools, and Worlds returning to the U.S. Competitive gaming in 2026 is bigger, richer, and more contested than ever.
The Stage Is a Server: How Virtual Concerts and Phygital Drops Rewired Gaming Culture
Fortnite and Roblox stopped being games a while ago. With 650 million players, in-game megaconcerts, and QR-coded fashion drops, they're now the biggest stages in entertainment.
Switch 2 in 2026: The Buyer's Guide for Everyone Still Sitting It Out
It's the fastest-selling console in Nintendo's history and it's still hard to find. If you've been waiting, here's exactly what the Switch 2 gets right, what to budget for, and whether now is the time.
Gaming in 2026: The Year That Changes Everything
GTA 6 drops November 2026 with Vice City, dual protagonists & a massive map. Plus Switch 2, Code Vein 2 & Highguard. Gaming's biggest year yet.
skate. Is Back: A New Era of Kickflips, Culture, and Controversy
skate. launches early access Sept 16, 2025 -sandbox multiplayer thrills, live-service seasons, custom playlists, and community creativity.
The ROG Xbox Ally X Is Real, and It Might Just Change Handheld Gaming Forever
The new ROG Xbox Ally X is dropping Holiday 2025, and it might be the most powerful handheld gaming device yet. Xbox + ASUS just changed the game.
Madden NFL 26 Revealed: Saquon Barkley Graces the Cover
EA Sports has officially unveiled Madden NFL 26, set to launch on August 14, 2025. This year's edition introduces significant enhancements, including the debut of Saquon Barkley as the cover athlete, a revamped gameplay experience, and the series' return to Nintendo consoles. Saquon Barkley Graces the Cover Philadelphi
First Look at the New 007 First Light Game
The iconic spy returns. 007: First Light is the next evolution of James Bond, unveiled in jaw-dropping fashion during Sony’s State of Play. This isn’t the Bond you know. Yet. Set in the early days of his career, you’ll step into the shoes of a 26-year-old Royal Navy recruit, still rough around the edges but brimming wit
The Next Generation of Gaming Is Here with Switch 2
Nintendo has officially launched the Switch 2, marking its first major console release in eight years. Priced at $449.99, or $499.99 bundled with Mario Kart World, the Switch 2 introduces significant hardware and software enhancements that elevate the hybrid gaming experience. The Switch 2 features a 7.9-inch 1080p LCD
Inside FaZe Clan’s Insane New $10M Mansion
FaZe Clan just leveled up in style with their brand-new $10 million mansion, signaling a fresh era for the legendary gaming and content collective. Nestled in the hills of Los Angeles, the estate blends sleek modern design with a hint of old-school Hollywood flair. The multi-level home boasts expansive views of the cit
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