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Valve’s new Steam Deck update will quiet that annoying fan

By Cesar Cadenas published 27 May 22

Remote Play Together improvements and new controls for Steam Cilent also part of the package.

Computing

A PS5 controller held up in front of a TV screen

How to watch Sony State of Play: get ready for new PS5 games

By Julian Benson published 27 May 22

E3 is dead but the PlayStation press conference lives on. Here's how to watch the Sony State of Play.

Gaming

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Don't expect new PS4 games after 2025

By Henry Stockdale published 27 May 22

Sony's latest investor presentation made no mention of PS4 games beyond 2025.

Gaming

Here's why TCL's PS5 Pro prediction doesn't make much sense

By Henry Stockdale last updated 27 May 22

TCL Technology recently predicted a new Xbox Series X|S and PS5 Pro would arrive in 2023.

Gaming

The official Galaxy themed Sony PS5 console faceplates against a starry background

Forget PS5 – Sony is making big bucks with PC games

By Darren Allan published 26 May 22

Sony expects to quadruple the amount of revenue it makes from PC ports over the next year.

Gaming

Latest Reviews

Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 XL gaming chair

Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 review

By Chris Szewczyk last updated 4 May 22

Best in Class

The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is a well-designed and ergonomic chair, with an XL option built with support for bigger gamers.

Gaming

Asus ROG Fusion II 500 review

By Steve Boxer published 28 March 22

Review A headset that gets the fundamentals spot-on, but is geared towards PC rather than console gamers.

Headsets and headphones

Kirby and the Forgotten Land review

By Callum Bains published 23 March 22

In Kirby’s first 3D adventure, perfect platforming and vibrant levels take the pink blob to new heights.

Austrian Audio PG16 review

By Cliff Joseph published 18 March 22

Review A great stereo headset, although its surround sound software can be a little fiddly.

Gaming accessories

Astro A10 Gen 2 wired gaming headset review

By Ilyas Kanapyanov published 14 March 22

Review The new Astro A10 Gen 2 gaming headset is a solid performer with a low price tag.

Headsets and headphones

WWE 2K22 review

By Henry Stockdale last updated 11 March 22

WWE 2K22 works hard to undo the damage of its much-criticized 2020 predecessor.

PC Gaming

Forget PS5 – Sony is making big bucks with PC games

By Darren Allan published 26 May 22

Sony expects to quadruple the amount of revenue it makes from PC ports over the next year.

Gaming

Steam Deck durability test might be the most painful video you’ll watch this year

By Darren Allan published 23 May 22

There are some interesting revelations provided here, particularly about the screen.

PC

Steam Deck replacement parts spotted – and prices are a pleasant surprise

By Darren Allan published 22 May 22

Replacement parts briefly went on sale, mistakenly, before being removed – but we shouldn’t have long to wait now.

PC

Photo of Steam Deck handheld console playing God of War

The new Steam Deck update makes the console cooler and louder

By Jess Weatherbed published 20 May 22

Valve is beta testing updates to reduce fan noise, improve fan controls and even boost the device's max volume.

PC

The best games like Diablo: Borderlands series

Borderlands 3 is now free to keep on Epic Games Store

By Harry Domanski published 20 May 22

The first of the free game giveaways during Epic's 2022 'Mega' sale has landed, with three more to follow in coming weeks.

Gaming

Steam Deck gets a fix for one of its biggest problems with Windows 11

By Darren Allan published 15 May 22

We’ve got some good news for those who want Windows 11 on their Steam Deck, but also want sound.

PC

Nintendo

The best Nintendo Switch prices, bundles and sales in Australia (May 2022)

By Stephen Lambrechts last updated 24 May 22

techradar deals Find out where you can buy the Nintendo Switch and find the best deals.

Gaming

Game Boy Micro wouldn't have happened if this former Nintendo exec had his way

By Rhys Wood published 5 May 22

In his new book, former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé discusses how he lamented the launch of the Game Boy Micro.

Gaming

Hand-printed Nintendo hanafuda playing cards, likely from the early 20th century

Nintendo might be younger than it claims to be - or much older

By Marcus Richert last updated 20 April 22

Even Nintendo may not know what year it was founded.

Gaming

Nintendo Switch Sports asks you to get active in new overview trailer

By Patrick Dane last updated 11 April 22

Nintendo Switch Sports has been further outlined in an extensive trailer that shows how all the sports and hub work.

Gaming

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe showing Mario racing Bowser

You don't need Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's DLC to race the new tracks

By Vic Hood published 24 March 22

Mario Kart 8's DLC tracks are playable even without the Booster Course Pass.

Gaming

Kirby and the Forgotten Land review

By Callum Bains published 23 March 22

In Kirby’s first 3D adventure, perfect platforming and vibrant levels take the pink blob to new heights.

PlayStation

Don't expect new PS4 games after 2025

By Henry Stockdale published 27 May 22

Sony's latest investor presentation made no mention of PS4 games beyond 2025.

Gaming

Sony's PS Plus classics have an unfortunate catch

By Henry Stockdale last updated 24 May 22

Sony is bringing back PS1 games as part of its PlayStation Plus revamp on PS4 and PS5 but unfortunately, it's using the inferior 50Hz PAL editions.

Gaming

PS Plus classic games sound much better than we thought

By Henry Stockdale last updated 23 May 22

Ahead of the PS Plus relaunch, several PS1 games have been released individually in Asia, revealing which resolutions and visual filters players can expect.

Gaming

The first batch of PS Plus Premium games has been revealed

By Callum Bains published 16 May 22

Sony has revealed some of the PS4, PS5 and classic PlayStation titles subscribers will be able to access on the new PS Plus platform.

Gaming

Several PlayStation character lined up in a row

PlayStation is gearing up for more studio acquisitions

By Callum Bains published 3 May 22

PlayStation is hiring a new director to manage its acquisitions and investments, suggesting more buy-outs are on the horizon.

Gaming

Aloy from Horizon Forbidden West holding a bow

Horizon Forbidden West player discovers how to insta-kill virtually every enemy

By Callum Bains published 27 April 22

Aloy can deliver 39,500 damage in a single hit with this build.

Gaming

Xbox

Xbox Series S has outsold the PS5 in Japan, and that's a big deal

By Henry Stockdale published 20 May 22

For the first time since 2014, an Xbox console has outsold PlayStation in Japan.

Gaming

Xbox All Access in Australia: is this the best way to get an Xbox Series X or S?

By Stephen Lambrechts published 18 May 22

Updated Get an Xbox console, Xbox Games Pass and Xbox Live Gold with Xbox All Access starting at AU$33 per month.

Gaming

Xbox Series S console and controller in front of the Xbox Game Pass home screen

I traded in my old console to get an Xbox Series S and don't regret it for one second

By James Pickard last updated 24 May 22

techradar deals Got an old console lying around but fancy some current-gen gaming? Here's why you should trade it in and get the Xbox Series S.

Gaming

Microsoft has plans for an Xbox Series S external disc drive

By Callum Bains published 12 May 22

A new patent has revealed Microsoft has plans for a system that would allow the Xbox Series S to play physical game discs.

Gaming

New Xbox Series X update targets noisy eaters

By Callum Bains published 12 May 22

Microsoft has rolled out a new noise suppression feature to cut out distracting sounds when chatting online.

Gaming

Xbox players might want to check their Microsoft account balance

By Callum Bains last updated 23 May 22

It's easy to forget, but make sure you know when your digital cash is about to expire.

Gaming

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