Console Games
An Unsung Hero of Gaming History Deserves a Higher Profile
Jerry Lawson, the inventor of the game cartridge, isn't quite a household name. A podcast aims to shed some light on his life and accomplishments.
Are Rhythm Games Ready for a Comeback?
Big publishers stepped away from the genre that spawned Guitar Hero and Rock Band. But a few small studios—and hungry fans—are keeping the dream alive.
Indie City-Building Games Finally Reckon With Climate Change
City- and empire-builders like Cities: Skylines totally simplify the climate crisis, if they address it at all. A new wave of titles are far more complex.
The Pixel Art Revolution Will Be Televised
How pixel art rose through 3D gaming's dominance to win the hearts of modern players.
The 9 Games We Loved in 2021
In a year of continued stasis, these games brought us a lot of joy.
The Best Indie Games You May Have Missed in 2021
It's been a great year for developers and gamers alike.
19 Surprising Things Your Nintendo Switch Can Do
Did you just get one of Nintendo's three Switch consoles? Here are some of their best (and most secret) abilities!
Jackbox's 8th Party Pack Is Worth It For Drawful: Animate Alone
Which is good, because the rest of the pack is uneven and, at times, downright confusing.
Snagged a PS5? Here Are Tips for Setting It Up
Here’s how to transfer your data from a PS4, log into a PSN account, set up multiple accounts, and make the most of your new console.
How to Set Up Your New Xbox Series X/S
There are a few things you'll need to do before you can jump right into Halo: Infinite
The Best Nintendo Switch Games for Every Kind of Player
From Hyrule to Hallownest, these are our absolute favorite video game escapes for the OLED Switch, Switch, and Switch Lite.
Tips on How to Snag a PlayStation 5 (Good Luck!)
A year after launch, Sony's latest console is still proving difficult to find. Here's how to score one.
Battlefield 2042 Turns the Climate Crisis Into a Playground
DICE and EA's latest sci-fi shooter is an example of art imitating life, complete with the trappings that got us all here.
The Best Games of 2021 Were an Explosion of Color and Charisma
As the pandemic continued, these exuberant titles looked beyond the long dark night.
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Now You Can Blast a Great Gjallarhorn in Destiny 2 and IRL
WIRED spoke to the team at Bungie about bringing the iconic rocket launcher back to the franchise—partnering with Nerf to make one you can hold.
Why I Love to Scrounge in Video Games
It is so satisfying to ruffle the pockets of every dead body and poke around the library.
33 Best Black Friday Video Game and Accessory Deals
We found some great gear and games on sale for PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, VR, and PC.
Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Is a Wasted Opportunity
This “definitive edition” is a buggy and broken trip down memory lane. You might want to stay at home.
Arrested Evolution: Pokémon’s Refusal to Grow Up
Now in its 25th year, the franchise looks much the same as it always has. But is that such a bad thing?
Help, I’m Stuck in Cutscene Hell
The cutscenes in Yakuza: Like a Dragon are great—until you need to put down your controller in a hurry.
Inside the Lucrative World of Console Resellers
Yes, the PS5, Xbox, and high-end graphics cards are tough to buy. But some have an in—and are paying off medical bills and buying houses with the profits.
PS5 vs. Xbox Series X: How They Compare 1 Year Later
Sony and Microsoft have had a year to address supply shortages and improve game libraries for their new consoles. Here's how they stack up.
Dragon Ball FighterZ and the Elusive Art of Anime Adaptation
Video games based on anime don't usually live up to the original—but this one is the exception.
The Best Crossplay Games for Consoles and PC
These titles let you keep playing across Xbox, PC, Switch, and even mobile.