Articles by Robert Zak

Robert Zak is a freelance writer for Official Xbox Magazine, PC Gamer, TechRadar and more. He writes in print and digital publishing, specialising in video games. He has previous experience as editor and writer for tech sites/publications including AndroidPIT and ComputerActive! Magazine.

Articles by: Robert Zak

How to make a GIF

By Robert Zak published 15 January 20

We show you how to make a GIF with ScreenToGif, and turn screengrabs, videos and image files into gifs.

TechRadar's most anticipated PC games of 2020

By Robert Zak published 13 January 20

These are the biggest PC games coming out in 2020.

The 10 best PC games of the decade

By Robert Zak last updated 2 January 20

Sprawling strategy and undying RPGs have shaped the last decade of PC gaming.

The highs and lows of PC gaming in 2019

By Robert Zak published 25 December 19

2019 has been a hell of a year for PC gaming. We look back at the highs and lows.

Google Stadia vs Nvidia GeForce Now: which is the best cloud gaming service?

By Robert Zak, Matt Hanson, Gerald Lynch published 23 December 19

Versus Google Stadia is off to a rocky start, but the PC already has some great options for cloud gaming. So which is the best?

PC games 2019: the best games that came out this year

By Robert Zak published 31 December 19

A lack of blockbusters has let the weirdos and oddities steal the spotlight.

Epic Games Store vs Steam: a tale of two digital storefronts

By Robert Zak published 30 September 19

PC Gaming Week 2019 The much-hyped PC gaming platform war is underway. We look at how the Epic Games Store vs Steam battle is shaping up.

How to set Up Xbox Game Pass for PC

By Robert Zak published 19 June 19

Microsoft’s subscription service has plenty of great games, and a few problems. Here's how to set up Xbox Game Pass for PC.

How to get started with overclocking

By Robert Zak published 25 March 19

Increase your PC performance by turbo-charging your CPU and GPU in our beginner's guide.

How to build your first gaming PC

By Robert Zak published 20 March 19

Want to build your first gaming PC? We show you how.

How to start watching esports

By Robert Zak published 18 March 19

Dive into one of the fastest-growing industries in the digital realm.

The best Steam alternatives for PC gamers

By Robert Zak published 11 February 19

From exclusives to subscriptions, these PC gaming platforms offer something Steam doesn’t.

How to play the original Resident Evil 2 on PC

By Robert Zak published 25 January 19

With a little patch of the 2006 Resident Evil 2 port for PC, you can relive the horror.

The 10 best Doom mods you should play on its 25th birthday

By Robert Zak published 10 December 18

Doom 25th Anniversary A gathering of the goriest and greatest mods to celebrate 25 years of Doom.

The ultimate guide to modding Doom

By Robert Zak published 10 December 18

Doom 25th Anniversary For its 25th anniversary, why not resurrect Doom to make it even better than you remember?

How did Sony get the PlayStation Classic so terribly wrong?

By Robert Zak published 27 November 18

Opinion The PS1 Classic games list fails to represent the greatness of Sony’s seminal console.

Who needs Red Dead Redemption 2? Here are the best western games on PC

By Robert Zak published 26 October 18

More western games than you can chuck a barstool at

Virtual certainties: hands-on with 5 of the best upcoming PSVR games

By Robert Zak published 11 October 18

We got hands-on with five of the most promising PSVR titles at Tokyo Game Show 2018.

Retroarch on PC: the ultimate guide

By Robert Zak published 10 August 18

A crash-course in the all-in-one emulator - from cores and controls, to shaders and frontends

How to boost your PC game graphics with Nvidia Control Panel

By Robert Zak published 3 July 18

Using the Nvidia Control Panel and Nvidia GeForce Experience, you can tweak your games' graphics.

10 best free total conversion mods for PC

By Robert Zak published 13 June 18

PC Gaming Week 2018 Total conversion mods can transform your PC games. Here's our pick of the best.

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