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South of Midnight preview: Stopped motion
Compulsion's animation style can't shine with shaky performance.
02.11.2025
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been revealed, here's everything we know so far
Expect to get the full lowdown during a Nintendo Direct on April 2.
02.05.2025
I think I found the most wholesome game in the Playdate Catalog
The graphics in 'jump rope STAR!' look like they were designed by a little kid, because they were.
01.26.2025
Everything announced at the Xbox Developer Direct showcase
A new Ninja Gaiden game was a surprise, but Doom stole the show.
01.23.2025
Assassin's Creed Shadows preview: a few steps in the right direction
Ubisoft really needs this to be a hit.
01.23.2025
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The best VR headsets for 2025
Virtual reality is here, and there's never been a better time to snag a VR headset.
The best gaming accessories on a budget for 2025
PC gaming keyboards, headsets and mice that won't hurt your bottom line.
How to choose the best TV for gaming right now
Plus some recommendations for the best TVs for gaming if you have a PS5 or an Xbox Series X/S.
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Watch Sony's State of Play showcase here at 5PM ET
Sony's latest State of Play showcase takes place at 5PM ET on February 12, and you can watch it right here.
Kris Holt
an hour ago
Elden Ring Nightreign arrives on May 30
The co-op Elden Ring spinoff has a release date. Elden Ring Nightreign will land on May 30, and pre-orders are now open.
Kris Holt
2 hours ago
South of Midnight preview: Stopped motion
As I sat down to play the 90-minute South of Midnight preview, I had one major question: Why does the framerate look like that?
Jessica Conditt
02.11.2025
Sony’s next State of Play event is set for February 12 at 5PM ET
Sony just announced that its latest State of Play livestream event is set for February 12. We don’t know what will be revealed, but we have some educated guesses.
Lawrence Bonk
02.11.2025
Civilization 7 is coming to Meta Quest 3 and 3S this spring
Civilization VII - VR will be available as a Meta exclusive for Meta Quest 3 and 3S.
Cheyenne MacDonald
02.09.2025
The PlayStation Network is down
The PlayStation Network status page was updated at 7PM Eastern time with a warning that you may not be able to log in and play games.
Mariella Moon
02.07.2025
Football Manager 25 has been cancelled
Sports Interactive has decided not to release Football Manager 25 at all.
Mariella Moon
02.07.2025
Engadget Podcast: Volvo Group’s CTO on his vision for zero-emission trucks
This week, Devindra chats with Volvo Group CTO Lars Stenqvist about the company’s progress developing zero emissions trucks, both of the electric variety and experimental hydrogen options.
Devindra Hardawar
02.07.2025
The best VR headsets for 2025
If you've been intrigued by virtual reality for a while, there are a number of solid headsets to consider. These are the best VR headsets we've tested and reviewed.
Devindra Hardawar
02.07.2025
Acer just announced two new gaming laptops with great specs and sleek designs
Acer just announced two new gaming laptops at IEM Katowice, a big Counter-Strike tournament in Poland. These two devices are sleek and filled with modern bells and whistles.
Lawrence Bonk
02.07.2025
The best gaming accessories on a budget for 2025
Here's a list of the best budget gaming accessories you can buy, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Kris Naudus
02.07.2025
Magic: The Gathering lands deal for film and TV adaptions with Legendary Entertainment
Hasbro Entertainment and Legendary Entertainment have joined forces to bring Magic: The Gathering to the big and small screens.
Anna Washenko
02.06.2025
The ESA wants to replace E3 with a bunch of buzzwords
The Entertainment Software Association is launching a new gaming event, but it seems more for corporate than for consumers.
Anna Washenko
02.06.2025
Prime Gaming's February freebies include BioShock Infinite and Wolfenstein: Youngblood
Amazon just announced all of the various free games coming to Prime Gaming this month. It also revealed the titles that will be playable on Luna.
Lawrence Bonk
02.06.2025
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater release date leaks on the PlayStation Store
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a remake of Metal Gear Solid 3, is set to hit PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC, per a leak on the PlayStation Store.
Kris Holt
02.06.2025
Steam will label early access games that haven't been updated in a year
Steam has started adding notes on early access games' official pages if they haven't been updated in a while.
Mariella Moon
02.06.2025
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a celebration of early 2000s brawlers
After getting a chance to play a demo of Capcom's Fighting Game Collection 2, this anthology feels like a must-buy for anyone with fond memories of early 2000s titles like Capcom vs. SNK 2 or Power Stone 2.
Sam Rutherford
02.06.2025
Amazon is holding a devices event on February 26
Amazon looks set to reveal some new devices at an event later this month. Details are scant, but the company may finally be ready to reveal more about its next-gen Alexa.
Kris Holt
02.05.2025
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been revealed, here's everything we know so far
The Nintendo Switch 2 is coming in 2025. Here are all of the confirmed details, rumors and speculation regarding the upcoming console.
L. Bonk and K. Holt
02.05.2025
Netflix scuttles plans to add six previously announced games to its service
Netflix is continuing to adjusting its gaming strategy. Its latest measure was to cancel plans to release six games on its service.
Kris Holt
02.04.2025