TechRadar

Sony announces partnership with Bad Robot Games to produce and publish a new four-player, co-op shooter from Left 4 Dead director

By Demi Williams published 4 December 25

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that it will produce and publish Bad Robot Games' next working title as part of a new partnership.

Gaming Industry

NYT Connections homescreen on a phone, on a purple background

NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, December 5 (game #908)

By Johnny Dee published 4 December 25

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

Sony reveals new steampunk fantasy RPG The God Slayer for PS5, Xbox, and PC as part of the company's China Hero Project

By Demi Williams published 4 December 25

Sony has announced The God Slayer, a new steampunk fantasy role-playing game (RPG) from the My Time at Portia studio Pathea Games.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s DLC is almost here, and the first ‘Z Mega Evolution’ has been confirmed

By Demi Williams published 4 December 25

Game Freak has released a new trailer for Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Mega Dimension, confirming that the expansion will feature a new type of Mega Evolution.

Latest Reviews

Octopath Traveler 0 review: an excellent RPG, but not very Octopath

By Hamish Hector published 3 December 25

Octopath Traveler 0 is another excellent RPG in this new-era classic franchise but less Octopath than ever.

Nintendo Switch

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review: seeing is believing

By Rhys Wood published 2 December 25

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a stunning visual treat on Switch 2, but how does it stack up against the series' best?

The Beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless leaning against a column with the mic attached.

Beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless review: an immersive, mid-market gem

By Josh Russell published 29 November 25

I’ve reviewed audio gadgets for years – and even I’m impressed with the spatialized sound of Beyerdynamic’s new gaming headset.

I tried the Analogue 3D, but is the Nintendo 64 worth reliving?

By John-Anthony Disotto published 22 November 25

I spent two weeks playing the Analogue 3D and reliving the nostalgia of the Nintendo 64. The hardware is excellent, but I can't recommend this console to everyone.

Landscape screenshot from Stalker 2 Heart of Chornobyl

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl PS5 review: the best version yet of the brutal and beautiful survival horror shooter

By Matt Cabral published 21 November 25

Thanks to months of updates and patches – coupled with plenty of PlayStation 5-specific upgrades - Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl on PS5 is the game at its best.

Playstation

Racers prepared to blast off in Kirby Air Riders

Kirby Air Riders review: this Switch 2 racer feels like Smash on wheels

By Harry Padoan published 19 November 25

I glided through the chaos of Kirby Air Riders on Nintendo Switch 2, and its frenetic gameplay won me over, in spite of a few flaws.

PC Gaming

Marvel Rivals now has a gacha mini-game featuring a limited-time Psylocke bundle – here's how it works

By Demi Williams published 4 December 25

Best of luck!

Sony reveals new steampunk fantasy RPG The God Slayer for PS5, Xbox, and PC as part of the company's China Hero Project

By Demi Williams published 4 December 25

Sony has announced The God Slayer, a new steampunk fantasy role-playing game (RPG) from the My Time at Portia studio Pathea Games.

Xbox Wireless Controllers make surprisingly great stocking fillers, especially so with these Amazon discounts

By Rhys Wood published 4 December 25

The best time to buy an Xbox Wireless Controller for Christmas is now – save up to 38%.

The PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted airs today – here's when you can tune in and what announcements you can expect

By Demi Williams published 4 December 25

The annual PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted showcase officially returns later today, with plenty of announcements to look forward to.

Gaming Industry

Grab a free Fortnite skin with your Backbone Pro

By Dashiell Wood published 3 December 25

Backbone Pro owners can claim a free Fortnite skin right now.

Upcoming games release dates for 2025

By Jake Green last updated 3 December 25

Updated Here are the best upcoming games releases for you to look forward to in 2025, including games for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Switch 2.

Nintendo

Peach and Daisy standing on a tennis court. Mario and Bowser can be seen in the background

Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusives for 2025 and beyond

By Jake Green last updated 3 December 25

Here's all of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusives that have officially been confirmed for release. This includes release dates for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and more.

Screenshots of The duskbloods, Netroid Prime, and Pokémon Legends Z-A next to each other, with red borders between them

Upcoming Switch 2 games for 2025 and beyond

By Jake Green last updated 3 December 25

Updated Here are the upcoming Switch 2 games releases for you to look forward to in 2025, including Octopath Traveler 0.

Upcoming games release dates for 2025

By Jake Green last updated 3 December 25

Updated Here are the best upcoming games releases for you to look forward to in 2025, including games for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Switch 2.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review: seeing is believing

By Rhys Wood published 2 December 25

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a stunning visual treat on Switch 2, but how does it stack up against the series' best?

Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch 2 deals are over, but plenty of big discounts are still live today

By Rhys Wood last updated 2 December 25

Cyber Monday is in the rear view mirror, but you can still save on these Nintendo Switch 2 deals.

Beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless review: an immersive, mid-market gem

By Josh Russell published 29 November 25

I’ve reviewed audio gadgets for years – and even I’m impressed with the spatialized sound of Beyerdynamic’s new gaming headset.

Playstation

Sony announces partnership with Bad Robot Games to produce and publish a new four-player, co-op shooter from Left 4 Dead director

By Demi Williams published 4 December 25

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that it will produce and publish Bad Robot Games' next working title as part of a new partnership.

Gaming Industry

KontrolFreek thumbsticks and grips on DualSense controllers

These PS5 and Xbox controller accessories revolutionized my gaming experience – and are perfect gift material this holiday

By Rob Dwiar published 3 December 25

These simple and cheap PS5 controller accessories have changed the way I game - and can be yours for less right now.

Upcoming games release dates for 2025

By Jake Green last updated 3 December 25

Updated Here are the best upcoming games releases for you to look forward to in 2025, including games for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Switch 2.

You can try the worst game of 2025 for free right now – go on, you know you want to

By Dashiell Wood published 3 December 25

You can play a bit of MindsEye for free thanks to a new starter pack version.

Ananta developers weigh in on GTA 6 comparisons – ‘there are still very many key differences between us’

By Dashiell Wood published 3 December 25

We dive into the world of the upcoming open-world game Ananta with the team at developer Naked Rain.

The next Sims 4 DLC is an official SpongeBob collab

By Dashiell Wood published 2 December 25

Two Spongebob DLC packs are coming to The Sims 4, perfect for building your own pineapple under the sea.

Xbox

Xbox Wireless Controllers make surprisingly great stocking fillers, especially so with these Amazon discounts

By Rhys Wood published 4 December 25

The best time to buy an Xbox Wireless Controller for Christmas is now – save up to 38%.

These PS5 and Xbox controller accessories revolutionized my gaming experience – and are perfect gift material this holiday

By Rob Dwiar published 3 December 25

These simple and cheap PS5 controller accessories have changed the way I game - and can be yours for less right now.

Upcoming games release dates for 2025

By Jake Green last updated 3 December 25

Updated Here are the best upcoming games releases for you to look forward to in 2025, including games for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Switch 2.

You can try the worst game of 2025 for free right now – go on, you know you want to

By Dashiell Wood published 3 December 25

You can play a bit of MindsEye for free thanks to a new starter pack version.

The next Sims 4 DLC is an official SpongeBob collab

By Dashiell Wood published 2 December 25

Two Spongebob DLC packs are coming to The Sims 4, perfect for building your own pineapple under the sea.

Arc Raiders roadmap - here's what we know about the December update and the future of the game

By Jake Green last updated 2 December 25

Here's the Arc Raiders roadmap for 2025. Includes info on new maps, weapons, and skins. The December update is imminent, so here's what you need to know.