Anyone who preordered one of the $100 battery pack mini-docks is getting a refund, according to Xreal, along with a $30 credit to spend on other Xreal products. When I spoke with ...

When it comes to using the best retro consoles, I'm constantly swapping in and out systems and gadgets. To celebrate Pokémon's 30th Anniversary, it feels only right that I use th ...

I'm a massive GameCube simp, so I've naturally been itching to use the Switch 2 controller with the OG console for over half a year. Originally, I was scheming to use 8Bitdo's nifty Retro Receiver to ...

When Nintendo's GameCube console was released in 2001, it immediately stood out thanks to its cube-like design, indigo colorway and lunchbox-like handle. The controller was also unique, with a layout ...

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In terms of raw console sales, the GameCube was something of a flop for Nintendo. Its main competitor, the PlayStation 2, sold around eight times as many units across its respective lifespan. However, ...

The GameSir x Hyperkin X5 Alteron looks too good to be true, but it has the hallmarks of a perfect pad for home and on the move. We’re barely a week into 2026, and we may already have the ultimate ...

I’ve been using the same smartphone controller on my iPhone for years. That’s partly because most options are so similar. Announced at CES 2026, the X5 Alteron couldn’t be more different. It’s a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Gaming on Windows is cool, but there are countless things you need to know before building a PC — including the ridiculous pricing of certain ...

When I try to use my gamecube usb adapter (for 4 gamecube controllers) both 4 controllers are recognised as one, making the inputs flutter and impossible to use any controller. It seems that all ...

EA FC 26 can get quite competitive, especially if you decide to venture online and play some Ultimate Team. Whether it’s Champions or Rivals, you’ll need every edge possible to secure a win over your ...

We’ve got rare deals splashing on the scene with Best Buy’s Labor Day sale. Some sweet savings await, and who doesn’t love a good discount? Plus, Red Sonja’s landing in the gaming world promises epic ...