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Review: The HyperDrive Next dock might be the perfect option for busy offices
By Cale Hunt Published
Review Thunderbolt Share certification and a built-in M.2 SSD slot are huge boons for busy workers.

Razer’s fastest low‑profile keyboard yet delivers a level of control that surprised me
By Daniel Rubino Published
Review Razer’s tenth Huntsman keyboard brings optical analog power down to desk level—and my trained typing hands couldn't be happier.

REVIEW: Mortal Shell 2 is both a love letter and an inspiration to the Soulslike genre
By Michael Hoglund Published
Review A Soulslike with true franchise potential. Find out everything you want to know in our full Mortal Shell 2 review.

Cooler Master's new heatsink looks like a V8 engine for CPUs — and it's a monster
By Ben Wilson Published
Review Cooler Master's V8 ACE 3DHP CPU air cooler includes extra heatpipes within an incredibly dense heatsink, and it comes at a cost that just might be worth it.

Razer Naga V3 Pro review: Is this the ultimate modular MMO/MOBA gaming mouse?
By Jez Corden Published
Review The Razer Naga is getting a big V3 refresh, and it's absolutely spectacular. A parade of enhancements and refinements makes this the default premium mouse for MMO, MOBA, RTS, and other high-demand games.

I tested this compact PC case, and I'm convinced — it's time to build my own dual-booting Steam Machine
By Ben Wilson Published
Not yet ratedHands-on Cooler Master surprises me with a compact, airflow‑centric PC case that suits a portable gaming rig more than perhaps anything else — and it's a bargain at $55.

I've always avoided OLED gaming monitors, but ASUS is convincing me to switch
By Ben Wilson Published
Review OLED finally wins me over, as the ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQWMS delivers amazing contrast with a glossy 4K panel and intelligent screen-protection features.

Beast of Reincarnation review: A beautiful game that shows its creators are far more than Pokémon
By Michael Hoglund Published
Review Beast of Reincarnation's creators are best known for Pokémon, but this is something completely different and beautiful.

HP's Omen Max 45L is powerful, but its quality doesn't match the PC's price
By Cale Hunt Published
Review I love the PC's performance and cooling, but at the asking price, HP could be paying more attention to small details.

Razer’s first Hall Effect Magnetic Huntsman brings true 8KHz polling, and adjustable actuation
By Daniel Rubino Published
Review Razer’s first Hall Effect Magnetic Huntsman brings true 8KHz polling, adjustable actuation and a suite of movement-focused features — a precision-focused esports keyboard that’s as much about micro‑control as it is about bragging rights.
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