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An astronaut in a Starfield Unreal Engine 5 demo

Watch this: dev creates Starfield demo in Unreal Engine 5 – and it looks amazing

By Callum Bains published 18 May 22

A Ninja Theory developer has created a short demo inspired by Starfield and Mass Effect 4, giving us a glimpse of what the RPGs could look like.

Gaming

Galactic PS5 covers (in order) - Galactic Purple, Nova Pink, Nova Pink, Cosmic Red, Midnight Black

Three new colorful PS5 covers arrive next month

By Henry Stockdale published 18 May 22

Sony has confirmed three new PS5 console covers arrive next month, offering Starlight Blue, Galactic Purple, and Nova Pink.

Gaming

You'll be dino-digging and shredding Xbox Game Pass's new releases

By Callum Bains published 18 May 22

Microsoft has unveiled the next batch of Xbox Game Pass titles, and there's a couple of gems.

Gaming

A figure looks on at ancient ruins in a tropical forest

Witcher devs team up with Dying Light 2 studio for new fantasy RPG

By Patrick Dane published 18 May 22

Dying Light 2 developer Techland has announced a new franchise headed up by The Witcher 3 developers as part of a recruitment drive.

Gaming

I finally know what ‘ganking’ is thanks to PlayStation’s gaming glossary

By Adam Vjestica published 18 May 22

Sony has created a comprehensive list of popular gaming-related terms with handy definitions.

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

Photo of Steam Deck handheld console playing God of War

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

The latest Steam Deck update includes a feature that fans have been begging for

By Darren Allan published 12 May 22

You’re no longer forced to constantly reapply performance settings for different games.

PC

Unreal Engine 5 rendered scene of train station

Watch this: can you spot what’s weird about this unreal train station?

By Darren Allan published 9 May 22

A mind-blowing glimpse of the future, this video of a Japanese train station has a secret that you may not initially notice.

Gaming

Nvidia GeForce Now finally brings one of its most-wanted features to PC and Mac gamers

By Darren Allan published 5 May 22

Namely 4K streaming, which used to be the sole preserve of the Shield TV.

Gaming

Linux gaming surges in popularity – is this the Steam Deck effect?

By Darren Allan published 3 May 22

It looks like Linux is attracting a fair few more gamers going by the latest stats from Steam.

Operating systems

Steam Deck won’t install a game as it’s blocked? Don’t panic, Valve says this is just a glitch

By Darren Allan published 1 May 22

There has been some concern over installations accidentally being blocked – but the issue has been remedied.

PC

Nintendo

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 OLED consoles side by side on a yellow background next to a techradar price cut badge

Here's your chance to get the best Nintendo Switch OLED deal in months

By James Pickard published 8 April 22

techradar deals The best Nintendo Switch OLED deal in months is now available at Amazon and Very for a limited time.

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

PS5 restock with Horizon Forbidden West bundle

PS5 restock at Game and Argos features new Horizon Forbidden West bundles

By James Pickard published 18 May 22

PS5 restock A new bundle featuring a console and Horizon Forbidden West is now available in today's PS5 restock at Game and Argos.

Gaming

PS5 restock live again at Game with Horizon Forbidden West bundles

By James Pickard published 4 May 22

PS5 restock Yet another PS5 restock is now underway at Game with a selection of bundles featuring Horizon Forbidden West.

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

PS5 restock live at Game with Horizon Forbidden West and Digital Editon bundles

By James Pickard published 28 April 22

TechRadar Deals A surprise PS5 restock is now underway at Game with a selection of PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition bundles.

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

PS5 restock available now at Game - get a console bundle today

By James Pickard last updated 13 April 22

TechRadar Deals A PS5 restock is now live at Game featuring a number of PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition bundles.

Gaming

Xbox

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

By James Pickard published 14 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 published 11 May 22

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

Gaming

Microsoft will fix massive Xbox server outage in the next few days

By Callum Bains published 10 May 22

A persistent server problem has prevented many Xbox fans from booting up their purchased games, even those that can be played offline.

Gaming

Xbox Series S console on green background with Techradar don't miss badge

Get an Xbox Series S for under £100 with this incredible value trade-in promotion

By James Pickard published 5 May 22

techradar deals A new promotion is live at Game that offers an Xbox Series S for only £99.99 when you trade in an old Xbox, PS4 or Switch console.

Gaming

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