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AMD is shipping more desktop chips to keep up with the demand as the Ryzen 9800X3D remains hard to find in stock.

By Michael Kan
AMD Ryzen 9800x3d

It doesn't matter what kind of desktop system you use at home or the office—a tower, a mini, an all-in-one, or a high-end gaming rig—they're fair game for PCMag's latest survey.

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Nvidia's new GPU hardware is likely to sell out quickly. Plus it's expensive! If you want to experience true next-gen PC gaming, here are five desktops that'll you save cash, too.

By K. Thor Jensen
Five gaming desktops on a blue background

The EU wants to crack down on third parties that are still sending consoles and controllers to Russia. But it may not matter given that Russia can still source supplies from China.

By Michael Kan
PS5 console

Discord is finally available on home consoles. Here's how to set up the service so you can start voice chatting on PlayStation and Xbox consoles.

By Alan Bradley  & Carli Velocci
discord app on phone in front of table with PS5 controllers

I trained with the Razer Kitsune for a month to see if I could become good enough to enter a tournament. Should you trade your gamepad or fight stick for an all-button controller?

By Robert Anderson
 Can 30 Days With a Leverless Controller Turn a Fighting Game Chump Into a Champ?

We picked through Nintendo's teaser trailer frame by frame to find every hidden detail about the upcoming Switch 2 console.

By Will Greenwald
Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo's early morning announcement gives us a sneak peek at the Switch 2. Here's what it confirmed, plus the rumors still swirling around the new console.

By Jordan Minor  & Will Greenwald
Nintendo Switch 2

Use Steam's Remote Play feature to turn your high-powered rig into a handheld gaming console.

By Carli Velocci  & Jason Cohen
valve steam deck

Nintendo drops a teaser video with a first look but few specs. Expect more details on April 2, after which the company will host in-person demo events in the US.

By Michael Kan
Switch 2

Years ago, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella decided to buy some pricey game studios to try to prop up the tech giant's gaming division. Now, the company is saying goodbye to more staff.

By Kate Irwin
Xbox controller on display.

Watch or game on the 2-in-1 Ultimate Gaming Projector loaded with Android 11 and 360,000+ games. It's on sale now for $99.99.

2-in-1 Ultimate 1080p HD Gaming Projector

Play classic games and stream your favorite shows—all on one device that ships free.

Kinhank Super Console X2 Pro Retro Gaming Emulator & Streaming Console

Take Valve’s awesome handheld gaming system to the next level with these add-ons that expand its fun and functionality.

By Jordan Minor
Best Steam Deck Accessories

Feeling nostalgic? These top portable game systems let you play classic games in the palm of your hand.

By Will Greenwald
Valve Steam Deck

If you want to play classic video games, but don't want to deal with low-resolution graphics and awkward analog video connections, check out these cool modern systems that let you play old titles.

By Will Greenwald
The Best Retro Gaming Consoles

Knocked down to just $97.99, this white Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller offers top-notch customization and works with Xbox, PC, Android, and iOS.

By Juhi Wadia
White Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Gaming Controller on a purple background.

On display at CES, this gaming chair swivels based on your head movements, and might even be able to help reduce your motion sickness in VR.

By Will Greenwald
Roto VR Explorer

With Project Arielle, a bladeless fan system pumps air through a gaming chair to keep gamers cool during long gaming sessions. Project Ava aims to help you level up your skills.

By Joe Hindy
The Razer Arielle chair that heats and cools its user

The Legion Go S is a streamlined PC gaming handheld and the first with SteamOS since Steam Deck; the Go 2 is a full sequel. The Legion Pro 7i gaming laptop also gets a silicon boost.

By Matthew Buzzi
Lenovo Legion Go 2