Articles by Adam Vjestica

Adam was formerly TRG's Hardware Editor. A law graduate with an exceptional track record in content creation and online engagement, Adam has penned scintillating copy for various technology sites and also established his very own award-nominated video games website. He’s previously worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor and once played Halo 5: Guardians for over 51 hours for charity. He is now an editor at The Shortcut.

Articles by: Adam Vjestica

Xbox Game Pass splash screen with someone holding a controller

Xbox Game Pass has proved its doubters wrong once again

By Adam Vjestica Published 27 March 22

Opinion Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass has had its critics, but there’s no denying its positive impact on consumers and developers.

PSVR 2 is already wowing developers

By Adam Vjestica Published 25 March 22

Developers have been going hands on with PSVR 2 at GDC 2022, and the impressions of Sony’s VR headset have been positive.

New PS5 update sneakily adds an Xbox Series X feature

By Adam Vjestica Published 24 March 22

A new feature has been found in the new PS5 update which wasn’t highlighted by Sony.

Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X side by side

Microsoft’s ID@Azure is a big win for indie developers on Xbox Series X and PS5

By Adam Vjestica Published 23 March 22

Microsoft's new program brings the power of Azure to indie developers everywhere, and could help combat crunch.

PSN outage ends: PlayStation Network recovers from major issues

By Vic Hood, Adam Vjestica Published 23 March 22

Live PlayStation Network had a major outage today, stopping PS4 and PS5 players from playing many online multiplayer games.

A new PS5 update is here, but a more exciting change is coming soon

By Adam Vjestica Published 23 March 22

A new PS5 system update is out now, but the most exciting news is that VRR support is coming soon.

Child wearing a Mario costume playing Nintendo Switch

New Nintendo Switch update adds a feature we've waited five years to see

By Adam Vjestica Published 22 March 22

Opinion The latest Nintendo Switch update finally lets users organize their game libraries.

Ghostwire: Tokyo evil cat spirit with screen tear

Ghostwire: Tokyo is the greatest argument yet for VRR support on PS5

By Adam Vjestica Published 21 March 22

Opinion We’re still waiting for VRR support on PS5, and Ghostwire: Tokyo is one of the clearest examples of a game that would benefit from variable refresh rates.

Hannya from Ghostwire Tokyo raising his hands among a string of Japanese characters

Ghostwire: Tokyo trophy guide: all 57 achievements revealed

By Adam Vjestica Published 21 March 22

What trophies can you unlock in Ghostwire: Tokyo? Check out our trophy guide to find out.

Ghostwire: Tokyo is the kind of exclusive Xbox Series X desperately needs

By Adam Vjestica Published 21 March 22

Opinon Ghostwire: Tokyo is a timed PS5 console exclusive that encapsulates everything that great Japanese studios can bring to the table.

Hogwarts Legacy students crafting a potion

Curses! Hogwarts Legacy has cast its spell on me and now I'm a believer

By Adam Vjestica Last updated 18 March 22

Hogwarts Legacy looks like a magical experience for both hardcore and lapsed fans of Harry Potter.

GTA Online's simplest feature needs to be adopted by other titles

By Adam Vjestica Last updated 16 March 22

Opinion GTA Online has an achingly simple feature that more games need to include.

Close up of PS5 DualSense controller leaning on a PS5

An Xbox developer helped improve one of the PS5's best features

By Adam Vjestica Published 14 March 22

Ghostwire: Tokyo director Shinji Mikami helped Sony improve the PS5 DualSense controller thanks to his ‘pretty strong feedback’.

Gran Turismo 7's broken license tests and missions have now been fixed

By Adam Vjestica Published 14 March 22

Some of Gran Turismo 7’s license tests were unobtainable since the game’s latest update, but the issue has now been resolved.

PSVR 2’s killer PS5 app is already here – Sony just has to make it happen

By Adam Vjestica Published 12 March 22

Opinion PSVR 2 might not be out yet, but there’s already a PS5 game that could sell me on Sony’s virtual reality headset.

New Xbox Series X update will literally save you money – and the environment

By Adam Vjestica Published 11 March 22

Microsoft has implemented a new change that every Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S owner will want to take advantage of.

The WWE 2K22 roster includes legends like The Rock and John Cena

WWE 2K22 roster: a list of every wrestler available in the game

By Julian Benson Published 11 March 22

We list all the wrestlers found in the WWE 2K22 roster.

We’re finally getting a PS5 pro controller, but it’s not being made by Sony

By Adam Vjestica Last updated 9 March 22

The Scuf Reflex promises to give PlayStation games the PS5 pro controller they’ve been waiting for.

Scuf PS5 pro controller – which one is right for you?

By Adam Vjestica Published 9 March 22

Thinking of picking up a Scuf PS5 controller? We’ve compared the three models to help you decide which is right for you.

A Jaguar racing around a track in Gran Turismo 7

Five Gran Turismo 7 settings you need to change before getting behind the wheel

By Adam Vjestica Published 8 March 22

If you’ve picked up Gran Turismo 7, make sure you change these five settings before getting in the driver’s seat.

Nintendo Switch OLED burn-in isn't a problem, even after 3,600 hours

By Adam Vjestica Published 8 March 22

A YouTuber has finally managed to produce burn-in on the Nintendo Switch OLED, but it took 150 days.

Gran Turismo 7 trophy guide: A car in the garage in Gran Turismo 7

Gran Turismo 7 trophy guide: all 54 trophies revealed

By Adam Vjestica Published 2 March 22

What trophies can you unlock in Gran Turismo 7? Check out our Gran Turismo 7 trophy guide to find out.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Portal (Xbox / PS5) review

By Adam Vjestica, Gerald Lynch Published 1 March 22

Updated The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Portal sounds great and looks the part, but has one too many issues to justify its high-end price tag.

Close up of the PS5 and PS5 DualSense controller

PS5 ray tracing could get a big boost thanks to new tech from Sony

By Adam Vjestica Published 28 February 22

Sony seems to be working on more ways to effectively utilize ray tracing on PS5.

Man looking upset with PS5 HD Camera behind him

I should have never bought the PS5 HD Camera – and neither should you

By Adam Vjestica Published 26 February 22

Opinion If you’re thinking about buying the PS5 HD Camera, be warned: its functionality is extremely limited right now.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
View Archive

Other versions of this page are available with specific content for the following regions:

Adam Vjestica

Useful links