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Cal Kestis, the main character of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, looks across the horizon.

Pre-order Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and get a $10 Best Buy gift card

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is the follow up to the popular Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order game, and it comes with a $10 gift card when you pre-order at Best Buy.
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Microsoft pledges to bring Xbox PC games to Nvidia GeForce Now

Player character electrocuting AI robots in Atomic Heart.

The best skills to buy first in Atomic Heart

The best games on Xbox Game Pass for right now (February 2023)

Valheim player standing in a field.

Valheim finally comes to Xbox next month with full crossplay

Ryoma uses a Gunman Heat Action in Like a Dragon: Ishin!

Like a Dragon: Ishin! review: great story makes up for dated samurai action

The heroes of Hi-Fi Rush stand together.

Xbox Game Pass new games: what’s new and what’s leaving in February 2023

Living room with Microsoft Xbox Series X (L) and Sony PlayStation 5 home video game consoles alongside a television and soundbar.

The best video game consoles for 2023

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The best upcoming Xbox Series X games: 2023 and beyond

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Pre-order Skull and Bones now and get a $10 Best Buy gift card

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Xbox Series X vs. PS5

Promo art for the vampire shooter Redfall.

Redfall: release date, trailers, gameplay, and more

Xbox Series X Stylized Graphic

Xbox Series X vs. Series S

Xbox Series X vs. Series S

Are you having trouble deciding between the Xbox Series X and Series S? We take a look at these fourth-generation game consoles from Microsoft to find the best.
Chai points a finger gun at a robot in Hi-Fi Rush.

Hi-Fi Rush director reveals the secret to making a great music game

Hi-Fi Rush Game Director John Johanas breaks down Tango Gameworks' more accessible approach to the rhythm-action genre.
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Assassin’s Creed Mirage pre-order: Get a $10 Best Buy gift card

Assassin’s Creed Mirage pre-order: Get a $10 Best Buy gift card

The legendary gaming franchise Assassin's Creed has a new game coming out, and you'll get a $10 gift card if you pre-order Assassin's Creed: Mirage at Best Buy.
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Here’s what E3 2023 could look like without Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft

Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo may be skipping E3 2023, but that doesn't inherently spell disaster for the gaming convention.
Xbox Series S placed on a white table with the controller just in front of it

Don’t need the Xbox Series X? The Xbox Series S is $50 off today

Don’t need the Xbox Series X? The Xbox Series S is $50 off today

If you're thinking of buying Microsoft's latest video game console, you might want to take advantage of Best Buy's $50 discount for the disc-less Xbox Series S.
Isaac Clarke stands at the end of a glowing hallway in Dead Space.

Dead Space: how to fix the centrifuge

Dead Space: how to fix the centrifuge

This early puzzle in the Dead Space Remake might trip a few people up, but we've got you covered.
Isaac Clarke aims at a necromorph in Dead Space.

The best guns in Dead Space

The best guns in Dead Space

You're going to want the best of the best against the necromorphs.
Jazz Chisholm's cover art for MLB The Show 23.

MLB The Show 23 returns to Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch this March

MLB The Show 23 returns to Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch this March

MLB The Show 23 will be available across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo consoles for the second year in a row
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Spongebob Squarepants: The Cosmic Shake: health upgrade locations

Spongebob Squarepants: The Cosmic Shake: health upgrade locations

If you're looking to add some additional pairs of underoos to Spongebob's health pool, you won't want to miss the game's couple of hidden health upgrades
The heroes of Hi-Fi Rush stand together.

Hi-Fi Rush review: top-tier Xbox exclusive delivers style and substance

Hi-Fi Rush is 2023's first true game of the year contender, delivering an unforgettable rhythm-action experience.
A Nintendo Switch connected to the internet.

The best game-streaming services for 2023

The best game-streaming services for 2023

Game streaming is still in its infancy but is evolving quickly as technology progresses. This list features the best game-streaming services to try in 2023.
An Elgato 4K60 Pro capture card in a gaming rig.

The best capture cards for 2023: Xbox, PlayStation, and PC

The best capture cards for 2023: Xbox, PlayStation, and PC

One of the best capture cards will help you stream or record your gameplay at the highest possible quality. Here are the capture devices we recommend in 2023.
A frog stands on a robot's shoulders in Shoulders of Giants.

Shoulders of Giants brings mascot-era nostalgia to the roguelite genre

Shoulders of Giants plays like a long-lost PlayStation platformer standing on a modern roguelite's shoulders.
The heroes of Hi-Fi Rush stand together.

Xbox just surprise announced and released a stylish new Game Pass title

Xbox just surprise announced and released a stylish new Game Pass title

Hi-Fi Rush is a new rhythm action game from Tango Gameworks, and you won't have to wait long to play it.
A screen capture from the Redfall gameplay reveal.

Redfall’s May 2 release date revealed during Developer_Direct

Redfall’s May 2 release date revealed during Developer_Direct

Arkane Studios and Bethesda confirmed a May 2 release date for Redfall at today's Developer_Direct Showcase.
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Goldeneye 007 comes to Game Pass and Nintendo Switch later this week

Goldeneye 007 comes to Game Pass and Nintendo Switch later this week

The long-awaited re-release of Goldeneye 007 will happen on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass and Xbox Game Pass on January 27.
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Xbox and Bethesda’s Developer_Direct: how to watch and what to expect

Xbox and Bethesda’s Developer_Direct: how to watch and what to expect

This is everything you need to know about Xbox and Bethesda's Developer_Direct showcase happening today.
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How to connect an Xbox controller to a PC

How to connect an Xbox controller to a PC

The Xbox controller is one of the best when it comes to PC gaming. In this guide, we'll show you how to connect your Xbox controller to your PC.
Microsoft Xbox Series X and Series S game consoles.

The best Xbox Series X and Series S deals for January 2023

The best Xbox Series X and Series S deals for January 2023

If you're trying to find Microsoft Xbox Series X deals or Xbox Series S deals, you have something in common with people who want to buy a house or a car.
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The best Xbox One controllers for 2023

The best Xbox One controllers for 2023

Many controllers are available for the Xbox One, including gamepads from Microsoft and third-party controllers loaded with unique features. Here are the best.
A character stands below a ship in Starfield.

This console generation isn’t about games or hardware. It’s about services

While gaming console cycles have always been defined by hardware bumps and exclusives, this current generation shows us the power of services.

Best video game deals for January 2023: PlayStation, Xbox, Switch

Best video game deals for January 2023: PlayStation, Xbox, Switch

If you're looking for video game deals for the PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, here are some of the best video games across various retailers.

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