Latest articles by Adam Hales
The Xbox Ally X handheld is rough now, but it points to the future of portable Xbox gaming
Handhelds The Xbox Ally X offers powerful handheld gaming, yet early setup issues, software problems, and what I call "jank" show it needs serious refinement before it can shine.
Here's why 'Holstin' should be on your horror radar in 2026
Gaming Set in a 90s Polish town falling apart from the inside, Holstin mixes exploration, survival, and psychological tension to deliver a uniquely eerie horror experience.
Jason Ronald teases Xbox’s big 2026 plans
News Tom Gerken’s hands-on look at the Ally X is paired with comments from Jason Ronald, who teases that 2026 may hold exciting news for Xbox fans.
This recent Xbox Game Pass title adds "visible pregnancy"
Xbox The new Labor of Love update deepens village simulation with pregnancy mechanics, and a fresh questline, alongside discounted DLC.
Hideo Kojima is unsure if his bold concept for OD will even work
Gaming The latest interview offers new insight into OD, revealing a mysterious project filled with hidden clues and an experimental design that pushes beyond standard horror.
Bethesda's Todd Howard shares his thoughts on generative AI in games
AI In a new interview, Todd Howard breaks down how AI should support artists instead of replacing them, while also revealing the game that impressed him most this year.
Minecraft meets Dark Souls in Dark Craft, an ambitious MMORPG
Gaming Dark Craft mixes a blocky Minecraft look with punishing Soulslike combat, creating an MMO that aims to stand out with living world systems and real developer driven encounters.
Xbox Ally is still $110 off after Black Friday and Cyber Monday finish
Deals A surprise $110 discount brings the Xbox Ally to a more accessible price, offering a strong entry point for handheld gaming and Game Pass on the go.
Black Friday disaster: Xbox SKUs outsold by mystery console nobody knows
News Circana’s data shows a surprising top three for US Black Friday, with the NEX Playground outperforming established consoles and further highlighting Xbox's ongoing struggles.
7 years of spyware: Chrome and Edge extensions exposed
News A browser extension silently infected millions of Chrome and Edge users, turning trusted productivity tools into spyware that monitored browsing activity in the background.
Windows handhelds can’t hold a signal — quick fixes for Xbox Ally X
Handhelds A walkthrough on how to fix Wi-Fi problems on Xbox Ally and ROG Ally, which also might be applicable to other Windows handhelds.
The God Slayer is a new steampunk RPG for Xbox
Xbox The God Slayer brings Eastern inspired steampunk, elemental combat, and a gritty open world as Pathea Games shifts into a darker action RPG style.
Saudi fund set to hold 93.4% of EA after new filing
Gaming A new filing reveals just how much of EA the Public Investment Fund will control, raising questions about influence, direction, and what this means for fans.
Windows 11 adoption accelerates among Steam gamers with a slight bump for Linux
PC Gaming Windows 10 continues to fade as Windows 11 climbs, while Linux inches upward and mobile GPU trends reshape how players engage with Steam.
Marathon's art theft dispute is officially resolved
Gaming Marathon’s art theft scandal is finally over, yet player sentiment remains low as Bungie works to steady the project and prepare for its delayed release window.
Xbox app adds store and wishlist on mobile
Xbox The Xbox app is finally becoming more complete, with a proper store, synced wishlisting, and a faster overall experience for users testing the latest update.
Cyber Monday: Samsung’s giant Odyssey G7 finally goes "cheap"
Deal Big, fast, and finally affordable — Samsung’s 40‑inch Odyssey G7 is the Cyber Monday monitor deal that makes oversized gaming screens a reality.
Big price cut on the Samsung Odyssey G9
Deal The Odyssey G9 is a premium 49-inch ultrawide with a sharp 5120x1440 resolution, DisplayHDR 1000 brightness, and a smooth 240Hz panel. Games that support 32:9 aspect ratio.
A perfect storm put the Surface Pro 11 at an unbeatable price
Deal The Surface Pro delivers strong everyday performance, a bright OLED display, and long battery life.
Dell 15 is still absurdly cheap, and absolutely not trash
Deal A simple and reliable 15 inch laptop built for everyday tasks, now discounted to a budget friendly price that makes it an easy pick for most users.
Alienware 16 Aurora sale with big $400 savings
Deal Alienware’s 16 Aurora usually screams “overpriced flex.” This Cyber Monday, it’s actually affordable — delivering modern gaming power without the inflated markup.
Kamrui AM21 Mini-PC. Finally, a Steam Machine alternative that isn’t a wallet‑draining joke
Deal Skip the hype and overpriced boxes — this Cyber Monday, the Kamrui AM21 Mini PC delivers budget‑friendly power that can stand in for a Steam Machine without draining your wallet.
Logitech's iconic G920 racing wheel drops to a bargain price for Black Friday
Deals Black Friday has a great chance to pick up a dependable racing wheel that delivers solid force feedback, steady handling, and a more engaging feel in your favourite racing games.
