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Fortnite OG Season 7 release date - here's when the next season comes out

By Jake Green last updated

Here's when Fortnite OG Season 7 is launching, as well as some info on what to expect in terms of weapons, map, and changes.

Gaming
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Fortnite next season release date and what to expect

By Jake Green last updated

Here's the Fortnite next season release date, and what to expect from the next major update of Chapter 6.

Gaming
Battlefield 6 promotional screenshot showing a close-up image of multiple soldiers.

Battlefield 6 patch notes - here are the latest changes to the game

By Jake Green last updated

Here are the Battlefield 6 latest patch notes. Check out the most recent changes to the new multiplayer first person shooter.

Gaming
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, November 20 (game #893)

By Johnny Dee published

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

Gaming
Zenless Zone Zero.

The next Zenless Zone Zero update adds a chakram-wielding panda girl

By Dashiell Wood published

Zenless Zone Zero Verison 2.4 arrives next week, with two new characters to try.

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Latest Reviews

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Kirby Air Riders review: this Switch 2 racer feels like Smash on wheels

By Harry Padoan published

I glided through the chaos of Kirby Air Riders on Nintendo Switch 2, and its frenetic gameplay won me over, in spite of a few flaws.

Gaming
Black Ops 7 key art.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 review: superb multiplayer meets a sloppy campaign

By Dashiell Wood published

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has fantastic multiplayer and zombies, but its co-op campaign is lacking.

Consoles & PC
Deadpool with his head split open as drawings circle around him

Marvel's Deadpool VR is the best Meta Quest 3 game I've played all year, but it's not for everyone

By Hamish Hector published

Marvel's Deadpool VR is no Batman: Arkham Shadow, but it is the quintessential way to experience the chaos of the Merc with a Mouth.

Virtual Reality Gaming
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PowerA Wired Earbuds for Nintendo Switch 2 review: simple yet mostly effective buds that get the job done

By Harry Padoan published

Looking to buy cheap earbuds for your Nintendo Switch 2? I tried this officially licensed set and they weren’t half bad.

Gaming Accessories
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Arc Raiders review: extraction shooters just hit the main stream

By John-Anthony Disotto published

Arc Raiders is one of the best games of the year, and one of the best multiplayer experiences you will ever play.

Gaming
Low and Alone stood in the light in Little Nightmares 3

Little Nightmares 3 review: an uninspired continuation of a series with so much potential

By Josephine Watson published

Little Nightmares 3 has solid foundations in its predecessors, but its lack of ambition and heart makes for a dull and uninspired playthrough.

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PC Gaming

Fortnite OG skins pose side by side

Fortnite OG Season 7 release date - here's when the next season comes out

By Jake Green last updated

Here's when Fortnite OG Season 7 is launching, as well as some info on what to expect in terms of weapons, map, and changes.

Gaming
Bart and Homer sitting on the couch

Fortnite next season release date and what to expect

By Jake Green last updated

Here's the Fortnite next season release date, and what to expect from the next major update of Chapter 6.

Gaming
Battlefield 6 promotional screenshot showing a close-up image of multiple soldiers.

Battlefield 6 patch notes - here are the latest changes to the game

By Jake Green last updated

Here are the Battlefield 6 latest patch notes. Check out the most recent changes to the new multiplayer first person shooter.

Gaming
Zenless Zone Zero.

The next Zenless Zone Zero update adds a chakram-wielding panda girl

By Dashiell Wood published

Zenless Zone Zero Verison 2.4 arrives next week, with two new characters to try.

Mobile Gaming
Black Ops 7 key art.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 review: superb multiplayer meets a sloppy campaign

By Dashiell Wood published

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has fantastic multiplayer and zombies, but its co-op campaign is lacking.

Consoles & PC
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

If you're keen to maintain your Witcher 4 hype levels in 2026, The Witcher in Concert will return to Europe next year and this time it's expanding its venues

By Demi Williams published

CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher in Concert will return to Europe in 2026 by popular demand.

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Nintendo

NBA 2K26, Pokémon Legends Z-A and Split Fiction Switch 2 boxes side by side against a blue background.

I’ve spent hundreds of hours ranking the best Switch 2 games, and many of them are now on sale as part of early Black Friday sales

By Jake Green published

These best Switch 2 games are on sale for Black Friday. Here's the best deals on games like Split Fiction, NBA 2K26, and more.

Gaming
Racers prepared to blast off in Kirby Air Riders

Kirby Air Riders review: this Switch 2 racer feels like Smash on wheels

By Harry Padoan published

I glided through the chaos of Kirby Air Riders on Nintendo Switch 2, and its frenetic gameplay won me over, in spite of a few flaws.

Gaming
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller vs Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller vs Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

By Rhys Wood published

Learn the pros and cons of each Nintendo Switch Pro Controller in our handy guide.

Gaming
The Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle retail box against a background image showing Donkey Kong punching through rocks.

Nintendo’s two best releases of 2025 are now available as part of an unbeatable Black Friday deal

By Jake Green published

Get a Nintendo Switch 2 bundle that includes Mario Kart World, and Game of the Year nominated Donkey Kong Bananza at a hefty Black Friday discount.

Nintendo
The Nintendo Switch 2 and a controller in front of a red background

The latest Nintendo Switch 2 update is good for eShop browsers, potentially horrible for third-party dock owners

By Rhys Wood last updated

Nintendo may have quietly blocked third-party docks with its latest Switch 2 update.

Gaming
The Nintendo Switch 2 retail box against a blue background. Radar swirl design in grey behind the product. White text to the left reads: 'techradar LOWEST PRICE'

Looking to upgrade your Switch games? There's a small discount on the Switch 2 console right now, taking it down to its lowest ever UK price

By Jake Green published

Looking to pick up Nintendo's latest console? The Switch 2 is currently at its lowest ever UK price, though don't expect huge discounts this year.

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Playstation

Battlefield 6 promotional screenshot showing a close-up image of multiple soldiers.

Battlefield 6 patch notes - here are the latest changes to the game

By Jake Green last updated

Here are the Battlefield 6 latest patch notes. Check out the most recent changes to the new multiplayer first person shooter.

Gaming
Zenless Zone Zero.

The next Zenless Zone Zero update adds a chakram-wielding panda girl

By Dashiell Wood published

Zenless Zone Zero Verison 2.4 arrives next week, with two new characters to try.

Mobile Gaming
Black Ops 7 key art.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 review: superb multiplayer meets a sloppy campaign

By Dashiell Wood published

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has fantastic multiplayer and zombies, but its co-op campaign is lacking.

Consoles & PC
The God of War 20th Anniversary DualSense on a wooden table in front of a white brick background

These limited edition PS5 controllers are cheat codes for PlayStation gifts

By Rob Dwiar published

Gifting for a PlayStation gamer has never been easier with these limited-edition PS5 controllers - here's why.

Gaming
The PS5 Slim next to a PS5 Pro and launch model PS5 on a wooden table with a white brick background and next to a vase of flowers

PS Plus members can save 5% on 'select' purchases ahead of Black Friday – these are the bundles you should be getting

By Dashiell Wood published

You can get an extra 5% off with PS Plus at PS Direct in the UK.

Playstation
Black Ops 7.

Black Ops 7 review in progress: my live impressions of the campaign, multiplayer, and zombies in the latest Call of Duty

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Our live Black Ops 7 first impressions and review in progress.

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Xbox

Battlefield 6 promotional screenshot showing a close-up image of multiple soldiers.

Battlefield 6 patch notes - here are the latest changes to the game

By Jake Green last updated

Here are the Battlefield 6 latest patch notes. Check out the most recent changes to the new multiplayer first person shooter.

Gaming
Black Ops 7 key art.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 review: superb multiplayer meets a sloppy campaign

By Dashiell Wood published

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has fantastic multiplayer and zombies, but its co-op campaign is lacking.

Consoles & PC
The Xbox Series X mini fridge on a lime green background. White text to the left reads: "techradar PRICE CUT"

Stay cool with the Xbox Series X Replica mini fridge, which is now available as part of an excellent Black Friday deal

By Jake Green published

The Xbox Series X Replica mini fridge is back at Currys, and it's heavily discounted for Black Friday.

Gaming
Black Ops 7.

Black Ops 7 review in progress: my live impressions of the campaign, multiplayer, and zombies in the latest Call of Duty

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Our live Black Ops 7 first impressions and review in progress.

Gaming
Rogue and Gambit enjoy a picnic together

Marvel Rivals Season 5 launch: our coverage of the Gambit update, including early impressions now that it's live

By Jake Green last updated

Here's our coverage of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 5 as it happens. This includes a look at the release time, and the new Hero Gambit.

Gaming
A soldier in heavy body armor defuses a yellow bomb

EE is giving away a free exclusive Black Ops 7 skin – here's how to get it

By Dashiell Wood published

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 players can grab a free skin with EE.

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