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What Really Happened in the Aftermath of the Lizard Squad Hacks

On Christmas Day in 2014 hackers knocked out the Xbox and PlayStation gaming networks, impacting how video game companies handled cybersecurity for years.
Ready Player Weird

Mario Kart World Devs Broke Their Own Rule on Who Gets to Drive

First Drive

Mario Kart World Races Are More Chaotic—and Better—Than Ever

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Culture and Criticism

Grand Theft Auto Publisher Swaps DEI for ‘Diversity of Thought’ in Annual Report

Take-Two’s latest 10-K report has removed any mention of supporting social justice and LGBT+ rights, as more industries fall in line with President Donald Trump’s anti-DEI agenda.

Stern Pinball’s Brand-New King Kong Game Is Totally Bananas

Meet the next pinball game coming to an arcade near you.

I Went Undercover in Crypto’s Answer to Squid Game. It Nearly Broke Me

I spent 10 days competing in Crypto: The Game, a winner-takes-all contest where hundreds of players try to finesse and backstab their way to claiming a $140,000 cryptocurrency prize.

The Plight of Migrants Is Deeply Misunderstood. Can a Video Game Help?

Anima Interactive’s forthcoming game Take Us North aims to capture the lived experiences of those trying to cross the US-Mexico border.

Gear & Tips

The Best Gaming Headsets for Every System

Lend depth and drama to your gameplay with the right gaming headset for any console or device.

These Retro Gaming Consoles Deliver a Dose of Nostalgia

From the stylish Evercade to the old-school Sega Genesis Mini, these machines will have you bleeping, blooping, and blasting back to the good old days.

Just Got a Meta Quest Headset? These Are Our Favorite Games 

Dipping your toes into virtual reality? From shooters to woodsy adventures, these are our favorites to play by yourself or with friends.

The Best Crossplay Games for Consoles and PC

These titles let you play with friends on all kinds of platforms, from computers to Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and even mobile.

Reviews and Impressions 

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Sets a New High for the Series

Square Enix’s latest installment in the Final Fantasy VII reboot trilogy raises the stakes with huge open-world maps, more side-quests—and of course, chocobo.

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Is an Impressive Achievement in Storytelling

RGG’s latest Like a Dragon game trades crime melodrama for deep character development.

This Game Console Gets the Whole Family Off the Couch

The Nex Playground uses motion tracking to put you in the game for family fun with a side of fitness.

The Sony Access Controller Is a Beautiful Addition for All Gamers

Sony’s first accessible controller is an excellent start and a welcome new part of PlayStation's lineup, but it has a ways to go before being truly incredible.

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