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NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, September 30 (game #842)
By Johnny Dee published
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.

A new PS5 Pro model could be on the horizon, but it's not going to be much different
By Dashiell Wood published
There's apparently a new PS5 Pro on the way.

Best PS5 controllers in 2025
By Rhys Wood last updated
Buying guide We're rounding up all the best PS5 controllers around from the official options to third-party powerhouses.
Latest Reviews

Turtle Beach Racer review: a top budget-friendly option with some neat ideas
By Rhys Wood published
The Turtle Beach Racer is a great casual racing wheel, and one you don’t need to clip to a desk or larger racing setup.

Ghost of Yotei review: a beautiful and bloody sequel that iterates on its predecessor in almost all the best ways
By Rob Dwiar published
Ghost of Yotei is a superb and beautiful sequel that iterates on its predecessor in all the best ways.

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles review: a revamped classic that's a must-play for any tactical RPG fan
By Harry Padoan published
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is a largely successful remaster of a classic tactical RPG, and its message is more potent now than ever.

Silent Hill f will either be your game of the year or one of the worst games you’ve ever played – and I still can’t decide which it is for me
By James Pickard published
Its atrocious combat system and uneven atmosphere almost bring it down, but Silent Hill f is an audacious, thematically rich and spellbinding survival horror like little else out there.

Terrified of damaging your Nintendo Switch 2? I reviewed this cheap screen protector, and it’s all you’ll need to put your worries at rest
By Harry Padoan published
I reviewed a Nintendo Switch 2 screen protector that supposedly survived a drilling – but how durable was it really?

Thrustmaster T248R wheel review: an updated model that puts pressure on the mighty Logitech G923
By Phil Iwaniuk published
Great pedals, quieter shifting, and a materials upgrade give the affordable belt-driven Thrustmaster T248R a place at the table for anyone who doesn’t want to spend big on direct drive
PC Gaming

Sandisk's Asus ROG Xbox Ally storage solutions add up to 4TB of space to the upcoming handhelds
By Rhys Wood published
Sandisk announces microSD and SSD storage solutions for the upcoming Asus ROG Xbox Ally handhelds.

I used The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits to re-create Love Island, and this expansion is 100% my type
By Josephine Watson published
I try the latest The Sims 4 Expansion Pack: Adventure Awaits.

A Forza Horizon 6 FAQ reveals plans for a 'post-launch' PS5 release, but offers nothing in the way of price or pre-order info
By Rhys Wood published
Microsoft confirms Forza Horizon 6 will come to PS5 'post-launch' but remains cagey about the game's boxart vehicle.

The ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X are now available for pre-order – here's how much they'll cost
By Demi Williams last updated
Asus Republic of Gamers (ROG) has announced the prices for its new ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handhelds ahead of their October 16 launch.
Nintendo

Resident Evil Requiem is only coming to the Switch 2 because of how well Village runs – 'it looked really great' says developer
By Dashiell Wood published
A developer has revealed why Resident Evil Requiem is coming to Nintendo Switch 2.

Upcoming Switch 2 games for 2025 and beyond
By Jake Green last updated
Updated Here are the upcoming Switch 2 games releases for you to look forward to in 2025, including Pokémon Legends Z-A, Metroid Prime 4 and The Duskbloods.

Bowser (no, not that one) will retire from Nintendo at the end of the year
By Dashiell Wood published
Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser will retire at the end of the year.

Upcoming games release dates for 2025
By Jake Green last updated
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.
Playstation

A new PS5 Pro model could be on the horizon, but it's not going to be much different
By Dashiell Wood published
There's apparently a new PS5 Pro on the way.

I've played all the biggest games out in September and these are the ones that are actually worth the money
By Dashiell Wood published
I've played all the big games out this month, and these are the very best.

I used The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits to re-create Love Island, and this expansion is 100% my type
By Josephine Watson published
I try the latest The Sims 4 Expansion Pack: Adventure Awaits.

A Forza Horizon 6 FAQ reveals plans for a 'post-launch' PS5 release, but offers nothing in the way of price or pre-order info
By Rhys Wood published
Microsoft confirms Forza Horizon 6 will come to PS5 'post-launch' but remains cagey about the game's boxart vehicle.

Sony unleashes another limited edition DualSense with the God of War 20th Anniversary model – and pre-orders start soon
By Rob Dwiar published
The new God of War 20th Anniversary Limited Edition DualSense is the next limited edition DualSense from Sony with a Kratos-inspired design that's maybe a little too restrained.
Xbox

Sandisk's Asus ROG Xbox Ally storage solutions add up to 4TB of space to the upcoming handhelds
By Rhys Wood published
Sandisk announces microSD and SSD storage solutions for the upcoming Asus ROG Xbox Ally handhelds.

I've played all the biggest games out in September and these are the ones that are actually worth the money
By Dashiell Wood published
I've played all the big games out this month, and these are the very best.

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally pre-orders live: stock of both variants of the handheld are available now
By Rob Dwiar last updated
We're bringing you all the latest information and retailer links to secure your ASUS ROG Xbox Ally pre-order.

I used The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits to re-create Love Island, and this expansion is 100% my type
By Josephine Watson published
I try the latest The Sims 4 Expansion Pack: Adventure Awaits.