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CRKD Launching Next-Gen Controller with ULT PRO

CRKD is a top name in gaming accessories and controllers. For me, the CRKD Nitro Deck literally became the only way I played my OG Switch in handheld mode. With several other controller and rhythm gaming products in its lineup, the company…

Mina the Hollower Gets Release Date

Mina the Hollower, the next game from Shovel Knight studio Yacht Club Games, has been on my radar for years now. First announced in 2022, the game has had a few release windows, and even a date last Halloween, all of which it…

Xbox Game Pass Additions for May 2026 Announced

The price drop for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from $29.99 USD to $22.99 brought some players back to the subscription service, including me. Truth be told, the release of a new Forza Horizon game was likely to do that already, but in a…

Xbox Mode is Arriving on Windows 11 PCs

While the “This is an Xbox” campaign didn’t last beyond the tenure of Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond, the concept of Xbox expanding beyond the traditional console space lives on. With a growing number of gamers gravitating toward the PC experience, especially…

Making Pokopia’s Post-Game Less Overwhelming

There’s a lot of anxiety that comes with just how massive Pokémon Pokopia looks and feels. As you begin to progress your Ditto’s story, you’ll find that you’re not just dealing with the massive landscape of Withered Wastelands, but four other distinct areas with…

Constance (Nintendo Switch) Review

I believe Metroidvania games resonate so strongly with players because of their input-oriented design. Some games feel like they’re letting you steer the experience with safeguards, and others let you feel like you’re playing a supporting role in a movie. Games like Constance,…

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Release Date Announced

Say what you will about the Assassin’s Creed franchise, but its massive popularity isn’t an accident. While the franchise’s annualization began to diminish its impact, certain games still stand as exemplary experiences in the action-adventure and stealth genres. One of the most popular…

Pragmata (Xbox Series X) Review

Pragmata is the newest game from Capcom, gaming’s most consistent studio of the 2020s. When it comes to games today, there are a lot of safe choices being made out of fear that shareholders might start to doubt the creatives behind new…

Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Gaming Gear Revealed

Xbox is maybe in a rebuild mode, to borrow professional sports franchise terms. While we’re not necessarily tearing down everything related to the company, a lot needs to be redirected. One element the Microsoft gaming wing has nailed down, however, is accessories…

Cleaning Up! (Switch) Review

So many casual games on the marketplace now are making mundane parts of life entertaining. For folks like me who tend to play all of the hotly anticipated cozy titles, it’s sometimes tough to stand out. Whether unpacking after a move, running…