I spent two weeks playing the Analogue 3D and reliving the nostalgia of the Nintendo 64. The hardware is excellent, but I can't recommend this console to everyone.

Thanks to months of updates and patches – coupled with plenty of PlayStation 5-specific upgrades - Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl on PS5 is the game at its best.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

Football Manager 26 is the biggest revamp in series' history, but it's essentially an alpha for next year's game. Unless you're a die-hard fan, you're likely better off sticking with FM 24.

The BattlerGC Pro is an excellent alternative to the Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube controller.

Anno 117: Pax Romana isn’t as complex as its predecessor, but it’s still a gorgeous city builder that impresses across the board.

Nintendo’s official carrying case is durable, sleek, and well built, and even though the screen protector’s probably worth skipping, this package still offers solid bang for your buck.

The PNY microSD Express Card is a fantastic way to upgrade your Nintendo Switch 2 storage capacity.

Tales of Xillia Remastered is a title worthy of your time, no matter whether you're new to the series or a returning fan. The action-packed RPG combat, fluid gameplay, and endearing characters make it a journey you’ll want to return to again and again.

Battlefield REDSEC is a solid foundation made up of the best bits from your other favorite games, though it’s in danger of being eclipsed by newer, more innovative competitors.

The Thrustmaster eSwap X2 H.E. remains a great controller, but one you don’t need to buy if you already own a previous eSwap pad.

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage comes to modern consoles with crossplay, new modes, and updated customization.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment doesn’t reinvent the Musou wheel, but it’s an incredibly polished version of it.

The Lexar Play Pro microSD Express Card is an excellent storage upgrade for Nintendo Switch 2.

Both more complex and more personal than its predecessors, Europa Universalis 5 feels like a greatest hits album from Paradox.