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Call of Duty’s free Warzone spinoff is the newest (and maybe last) magnificent battle royale
In Call of Duty: Warzone, a tense one-on-one respawn mechanic and excellent level design make for the best battle royale since Apex Legends. Now all it needs is a solo mode.
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Ori and the Will of the Wisps review: A lively adventure in the shadow of the forest of death
Ori and the Will of the Wisps is more than the sum of its parts, but only barely. Increased mobility and a bevy of beautiful environs carry the day, but it's still a fairly familiar adventure with some awkward middle-chapter pacing.
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Murder by Numbers review: Come for the Picross, stay for the pi-crimes
Murder by Numbers blends police procedural and Picross puzzling, a unique combination that will keep you solving crimes far longer than intended.
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Halo: Combat Evolved on PC sparks fond memories of a simpler time
Coming up on two decades old, the original Halo: Combat Evolved hasn't aged very well—but we still have a soft spot for it, and now that it's on Steam it's easier than ever to access on PC.
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XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro review: A good graphics card in a weird place
The XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro is a good graphics card for no-compromises 1080p gaming, but it suffers from AMD's last-second product decisions.
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Corsair K95 Platinum XT review: A lot of keyboard for a lot of money
Corsair's K95 Platinum XT keyboard remains an ostentatious option aimed at a select few, but new Elgato integration, PBT keycaps, and a plush wrist rest make it better than ever.
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Oculus Link review: This $80 cable is worth every penny to turn Quest into a Rift rival
The official Oculus Link cable is pricey, but it's the only solution currently available that's long enough, (mostly) reliable, and keeps the Quest headset charged while in use.
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Kentucky Route Zero review: The game that defined (and was defined by) a decade
It's said that Velvet Underground's first album sold dismally, but that everyone who bought a copy later started a band. Kentucky Route Zero is the game developer's equivalent.
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New PocketGo review: Handheld emulation continues to grow
The power of a PlayStation in your hand
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EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 KO review: Ray tracing gets affordable
The EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 KO makes some smart compromises to bring real-time ray tracing under $300, drastically undercutting its rivals.
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HP Pavilion Gaming Laptop review: Affordable gaming with a few caveats
The HP Pavilion Gaming Laptop nevertheless is an affordable gaming laptop that's nearly as sturdy and refined as its higher-end Omen cousins with a couple of exceptions, most notably the dim display.
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Sapphire Pulse Radeon RX 5600 XT review: Punching above its class
The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT delivers outstanding 1080p gaming, knocking out the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti thanks to a last-minute upgrade. Make sure you get that new BIOS!
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Razer DeathAdder V2 review: We like the upgrades, but what’s with the weighty name?
The Razer DeathAdder V2 isn't necessarily deserving of such an auspicious name, but optical switches, a super-flexible cable, and three more buttons make this the upgrade the DeathAdder needed.
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Logitech Ergo K860 review: This ergonomic keyboard delivers a more comfortable typing experience
Its split, curved design puts you in a more relaxed typing posture.
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Sennheiser GSP 370 review: A wireless headset that lasts for 100 hours—that’s all you need to know
Sure, it's kind of ugly—but Sennheiser's new GSP 370 wireless headset sounds great, and it lasts for weeks on a single charge. What else do you need, really?
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Logitech G Pro X Keyboard review: Hot-swappable switches let you mix and match
The Logitech G Pro X is a keyboard for enthusiasts—and a specific kind of enthusiast, at that. Unless you plan to buy multiple sets of keyboard switches and mix them, there's no reason to buy this. But it's fun.
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AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT review: Bleeding-edge on a budget
AMD's Radeon RX 5500 XT brings its next-gen navi GPU architecture to the masses, with mixed results.
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Razer Huntsman Tournament Edition review: This stripped-down plank is laser-focused on ‘pro’ features
Razer's Huntsman TE is one of the few keyboards (or maybe the only one) that combines optical switches, PBT keycaps, backlighting, and a portable tenkeyless design.
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XFX Radeon RX 5700 XT Thicc III Ultra review: A roaring muscle car, barely heard
The refined triple-fan XFX Radeon RX 5700 XT Thicc III Ultra pushes the pedal to the metal while fixing the cooling flaws of its predecessor.
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Halo: Reach PC impressions: The prodigal son returns to the PC, with some quirks
Halo's back on PC for the first time in over a decade and that's got us nostalgic, even if lackluster graphics settings and mouse-and-keyboard snags put a damper on the Halo: Reach experience.
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PocketGo review: Portable retro gaming bliss
Thanks to the Bittboy PocketGo's new orientation and improved processing power, it's a perfect option for retro emulation on the go.
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Oculus Link beta impressions: Connecting Oculus Quest to PCs negates the Rift
With Oculus Link, the standalone Oculus Quest VR headset gives you the performance of a PC headset when you want it, and mobility when you don't. It's not perfect, but it's the future.
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Asus ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1650 Super review: The Radeon RX 580 is finally dead
The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Super is the best budget graphics card you can buy for 1080p gaming, and the custom Asus ROG Strix model is loaded with extras for a mere $10 premium.
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Corsair Virtuoso RGB SE review: Finally a fancy headset to match the rest of Corsair’s hardware
Corsair's new Virtuoso RGB SE doesn't sound quite as good as it looks, but it looks really damn good. If nothing else, it's a much-needed alternative to Corsair's cheap Void line.
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Jedi: Fallen Order review: The Star Wars game you’re looking for
Jedi: Fallen Order borrows liberally from other games, but a strong supporting cast, clever level design, and a cute little droid companion make Respawn's Star Wars story more than the sum of its parts.
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Kensington Pro Fit Ergo Wireless Keyboard review: Mastering this split-style keyboard takes patience
The Kensington Pro Fit Ergo Wireless Keyboard may bring relief to aching arms, but it's not for everyone.
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Google Stadia review: A glimpse of a future some other company will probably perfect
Google's game streaming service Stadia is occasionally exciting, often disappointing, and more than a little perplexing, releasing this week full of half-finished features and a subscription that serves barely any purpose.
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Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero review: This wireless Elite Atlas is better in every way except price
Turtle Beach's wireless take on the Elite Atlas improves on the original with built-in controls, software-side support, and more. At twice the price though, this upgrade doesn't have the same breakout appeal.
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Logitech’s MK470 Slim Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo: A solid budget bundle
Logitech’s MK470 Slim Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo provides slender accessories for compact workspaces, and your open-office mates will appreciate their extreme quietness.
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Need for Speed: Heat review: The best Need for Speed this generation, but the formula’s well-worn
Need for Speed: Heat is probably the best series reboot EA's put out this entire console generation, but it arrives as the open-world racing formula is running out of gas.
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Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 review: More of the same, but better
With a rechargeable battery and Bluetooth support, the redesigned Elite Controller Series 2 is Microsoft's most convenient wireless controller to date.
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PNY GeForce GTX 1660 Super Single Fan review: Tiny graphics card, big performance
The PNY GeForce GTX 1660 Super Single Fan sticks to the basics, but that's a good thing, especially since it'll fit into almost any system.
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HP Omen 17 (2019) review: Solid performance that’s shockingly affordable
HP's Omen 17 has a reputation as a solid performer with a budget price, and its 2019 model follows suit. It's a heavy gaming laptop and the battery is a bummer, but a full RTX 2070 at this price? Believe it.
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Red Dead Redemption II PC impressions: Drop-dead gorgeous, if you can run it
Witness, Red Dead Redemption II is a game that can bring a GeForce RTX 2080 Ti to its knees…at 1080p. Seriously.
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Planet Zoo review: Zoo Tycoon, but for people who want to build bear-themed bathrooms
Planet Zoo's management layer is thin and its construction kit occasionally frustrating, but a cast of lifelike animals and an if-you-dream-it-you-can-build-it spirit make this one of the most charming builders ever.
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Alienware m15 R2 review: Power in a stylish and portable package
Alienware's redesigned m15 R2 is a gorgeous laptop that puts out impressive performance—though you should probably opt for the OLED upgrade.
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Intel Core i9-9900KS Special Edition Review: More power, less point
Intel's all-5GHz Core i9-9900KS Special Edition steals the "best gaming" CPU title from its own predecessor. But the world wasn't necessarily asking for more frames.
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Asus Dual GeForce GTX 1660 Super EVO OC review: Faster memory, much bigger punch
Say hello to the new no-compromises 1080p gaming champion. Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1660 Super replaces the GDDR5 memory in the original GTX 1660 with GDDR6 VRAM, and it makes a huge difference.
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Cooler Master MK850 review: Don’t throw away your controller just yet
Cooler Master's MK850 keyboard integrates analog controls to replicate using a controller, but the experience is far from seamless, like a neat tech demo that's not yet a fully realized product.
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare campaign review: War never changes, and neither does Call of Duty
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare tries to be a serious (and controversial) commentary on present-day armed conflicts, but it's mostly just another Call of Duty game.
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Acer Predator Helios 700 review: You can’t call it a gimmick if it works
Packing a 9th gen Core i9 CPU, GeForce RTX 2080 and a sliding keyboard, Acer's Predator Helios 700 is large and in charge
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The Outer Worlds review: A stellar argument for deeper games, not wider ones
While it bears surface-level similarities to Fallout: New Vegas, Obsidian's created a deeper and more meaningful role-playing experience in The Outer Worlds, though it can still be frustratingly old-fashioned in regards to combat and exploration.
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Astro A50 (2019) review: Convenience costs money
Expensive as ever, Astro's redesigned A50 nevertheless makes a case for its sticker price with a sleeker charging cradle, a return to the more reliable 2.4GHz band, and a refined audio profile.
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Disco Elysium review-in-progress: This deep detective RPG bends itself around your choices
It's hard to imagine seeing everything in Disco Elysium.
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John Wick Hex review: This strategy game nails the John Wick feel
John Wick Hex is a satisfying strategy game that aptly captures the feel of the films in a way no true action game could, though the difficulty ramp-up might drive some away.
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The Bradwell Conspiracy review: You can unravel this one in an afternoon
An explosion at the Stonehenge Museum? A gun that prints objects? The Bradwell Conspiracy starts like a great Portal-style puzzler, but doesn't have the range or flexibility to keep it interesting.
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Realforce RGB gaming keyboard review: Even for Topre fans this is a tough call
The Realforce RGB is a tough call. Even Topre switch fans may balk at paying $300 for a generic design, dim backlight, and ABS keycaps.
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Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair review: Not impossible, but not very fun either
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair lacks most of the original game's charm, and its final gauntlet is more tedious than taxing.
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Destiny 2: Shadowkeep review-in-progress: Fly me to the moon
Destiny 2 moved to Steam and released a new expansion on the same day. Predictably, the servers melted—but we still played enough to have some initial thoughts. It's no Forsaken, but Shadowkeep has room to grow.
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