Ural Garrett

Ural Garrett

Ural Garrett is an Inglewood, CA-based journalist and content curator. His byline has been featured in outlets including CNN, MTVNews, Complex, TechRadar, BET, The Hollywood Reporter and more.

Articles by: Ural Garrett

A PS5 screenshot of The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales trades turn-based combat for real-time action

By Ural Garrett

We played an hour of Square Enix’s latest HD-2D RPG that trades in turn-based combat for real-time action.

007 First Light
007 First Light’s Bond gets creative in ways that would make Agent 47 smile

By Ural Garrett

Our time with IO Interactive’s take on James Bond was filled with smart multi-approach spy action, intense shoot-outs, and one of the most unique vehicle chase sequences in the franchise.

A screenshot of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth running on Nintendo Switch 2.
Why Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth feels right at home on Nintendo Switch 2

By Ural Garrett

Despite Rebirth’s larger scale compared to the first game in Square Enix’s remake trilogy, very few compromises were made for the port to Nintendo’s latest hybrid console.

Alienware 16X Aurora on a desk
Alienware 16X Aurora

By Ural Garrett

Recommended

Portability, style, and adequate 1440p power

The Nex Playground console on a shelf, showcasing its cubic build with in-built camera and LED light. The included Nex remote sits next to it, featuring a dial and a couple of buttons.
The Nex Playground is a fine entry-level video game console for preschoolers, elderly individuals and anyone interested in light fitness

By Ural Garrett

Recommended

A motion control-only gadget that’s cheaper than the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and PC yet almost manages to stand next to them uniquely.

Hitman at 25: Celebrity crossovers, co-op chaos, and the future of Agent 47

By Ural Garrett

The IO Interactive team behind the longstanding assassination sim talks Eminem and Milla Jovovich collaborations.

A Dell 16 Plus on a desk
Dell 16 Plus review

By Ural Garrett

Recommended

The Dell 16 Plus provides a solid mid-tier laptop experience through and through.

A Quoted Tech Shield gaming PC on a desk
I test gaming PCs for a living, and the Quoted Tech Shield is a great entry point for getting into PC gaming

By Ural Garrett

Recommended

The Quoted Tech Shield gaming PC is a great way to get into serious PC gaming, but there are some quirks that you'll have to navigate to do so.

An angled wide-angle view of the Alienware Aurora gaming desktop on a desk in a darkened room
I've been a PC gamer for decades, and the Alienware Aurora gaming desktop is the only gaming PC you need

By Ural Garrett

Recommended

The Alienware Aurora (ACT1250) features a sleek design, improved airflow, RTX 50-series performance, and some sweet RGB for good measure.

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A Cooler Master Tempest GP2711 on a desk
Cooler Master Tempest GP2711 review: fantastic 1440p gaming without a lot of frills, but streamers will love it

By Ural Garrett

Recommended

The Cooler Master Tempest GP2711 is a mini-LED display enhanced through Quantum Dot technology for outstanding 1440p gaming performance.

A Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro in a spotlight
I didn't think the Razer DeathAdder Pro could get any better...but then I spent two weeks with the DeathAdder V4 Pro

By Ural Garrett

Best in Class

Perfecting something that’s already perfect

Moises on three devices, on black background
I tried the Moises Music AI update and it's changed the way I experience music on my Windows laptop

By Ural Garrett

Moises' real-time sound separation at an API level opened up some seriously cool potential

An Alienware Area-51 16 laptop on a desk
I've tested laptops for years, and the Alienware 16 Area-51 is easily one of the best gaming laptops ever made

By Ural Garrett

Recommended

The Alienware Area-51 16 is a stylish reboot of the iconic laptop brand that is easily one of the best laptops I've ever tested.

Reach
'I could be in there for hours' – PlayStation legend Shuhei Yoshida on why Reach is your next must-play game on Meta Quest and PSVR 2

By Ural Garrett

Reach is a thrilling upcoming VR game from the developer of Synapse, and it's got the support of a former PlayStation boss.

Deadpool VR
Deadpool VR is the much-needed shot in the arm for virtual reality gaming I've been waiting for

By Ural Garrett

Deadpool VR made me a virtual reality believer once again thanks to its inventive gameplay mechanics and clever humor.

A screenshot from the game Mixtape
Mixtape is filled with style, vibes, and heart and absolutely won me over at this year’s Summer Game Fest

By Ural Garrett

Mixtape is a stylish, emotionally rich coming-of-age game that channels the energy of classic teen films with interactive flair, a killer licensed soundtrack, and heartfelt storytelling.

Spine
With clear inspiration from John Wick and the Batman Arkham series, Spine is shaping up to be a satisfyingly stylish action game

By Ural Garrett

Cyprus-based developer Nekki might have the coolest offering of Summer Game Fest with Spine.

Crimson Desert
If you can grapple with Crimson Desert's needlessly complex controls, there's a unique action game here with stunning visuals and deep combat

By Ural Garrett

Crimson Desert stunned me with its visual flair, but its complex control scheme goes way overboard.

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A close up of James Bond from upcoming game 007: First Light
Hitman developer IO Interactive teams up with Nvidia to make its James Bond game look incredible

By Ural Garrett

Serious tech, serious scalability

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Sega gets the last laugh as Sonic Racing: Crossworlds has potential to beat Mario Kart World to be Nintendo Switch 2's best racer

By Ural Garrett

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds does the exact opposite of its predecessor by being a kart racer I think everybody will enjoy.

Samsung Odyssey G81SF gaming monitor resting on a desk with Marvel Rivals open
I tested the Samsung Odyssey OLED G81SF for two weeks and couldn't get enough of its otherworldly performance

By Ural Garrett

E-sports-level performance for a 27-inch 4K OLED monitor with a high price to match

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Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition powered on resting on a small black table outside
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition Review: A great price and solid performance, but needs a few tweaks

By Ural Garrett

Recommended

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition is a slim laptop equipped with solid specs for everyday computing, but a few key design flaws hold it back from towering over the competition.

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A close up of Hazel as she readies a magic spell
I was drawn to South of Midnight by its masterful audio and visual presentation but fell in love with its incredible exploration and combat

By Ural Garrett

Saving the world with a supernatural needle and thread

HP OmniStudio X 31.5 all-in-one PC resting on a desk in between house plants
HP OmniStudio X 31.5 review: a great all-in-one PC for everyday computing

By Ural Garrett

Recommended

A well-rounded all-in-one desktop for work, creating and low-level gaming

Will.i.am speaking about XBoom speakers at CES 2025, wearing all black with a black cap
'Exploitative use of AI is social media; we already have it – it's called you don't own your data’: will.i.am talks tech, LG, and using AI responsibly

By Ural Garrett

‘The public is not aware of just the power of data’: will.i.am on speaking to our speakers, responsible use of AI and, er, scrolling Insta on the toilet.

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