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Xbox Game Pass Leads the Way for Microsoft at E3 2021

Microsoft's game-subscription service was core to the Xbox-Bethesda Games Showcase at E3 2021.

By Nathaniel Mott

E3: Elden Ring Aims to Fix Breath of the Wild’s Main Problem

FromSoftware reveals a new spin on open-world games with Elden Ring's Summer Game Fest reveal.

By Mike Williams

Metal Slug Tactics: Not the Slug I Need, But the Slug I Want

Dotemu revealed a new Metal Slug game during Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest. It's not what any Slug fan expected, and that's part of its appeal.

By Jeffrey L. Wilson

Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection (for PC) Review

3.5

Ninja Gaiden is an amazing, trailblazing series that set new action game standards, but this collection offers nothing new for longtime fans. In fact, this bare-bones port lacks the original games' multiplayer modes.

By Gabriel Zamora

Fortnite Gets a Visual Upgrade on PC Next Week

New and enhanced effects, improved postprocessing features, and better shadows are heading to the PC version.

By Matthew Humphries

The Best PC Games for 2021

Mass Effect: Legendary Edition is just one of 214 expert reviews in 17 categories. These are the PC games you should play right now.

By Jeffrey L. Wilson

Bloody Spell (for PC) Preview

Bloody Spell is a Steam Early Access game with surprisingly fun action, varied combat options, great bonus game modes, and a fascinating setting.

By Gabriel Zamora

5 Biomutant Tips & Tricks That Will Help You Survive the Wasteland

Biomutant tosses you into a dangerous, post-apocalyptic world, but our expert advice will keep you running and gunning for hours on end.

By Tony Polanco

Biomutant (for PC) Review

3.0

Biomutant has the makings of a truly special game, as it features deep character customization and an intriguing, beautiful world to explore. Unfortunately, combat and progression issues prevent it from being an all-time great.

By Mike Williams

The Best PC Indie Games

When you’re burnt out from bloated blockbusters, indie games restore your faith in gaming’s artistry. Bursting with radical creativity, these top indie PC games do what corporate games could never pull off in their wildest dreams.

By Jordan Minor

The Best Places to Buy and Rent PC Games Online in 2021

You don't need to leave the house to pick up new and classic titles. These video game stores let you easily get new games on your PC.

By Jordan Minor

Mass Effect: Legendary Edition (for PC) Review

4.5
Editors' Choice

Mass Effect: Legendary Edition updates the classic trilogy to modern standards with vibrant visuals and streamlined controls. The collection provides the perfect way to experience the epic saga.

By Tony Polanco

Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Wrath of the Druids (for PC) Review

3.0

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: Wrath of the Druids moves the action from England to a beautiful but similar new Ireland locale. Wrath is good if you’re hungry for more Valhalla, but the new features add minimally to the experience, so this DLC won’t make many converts.

By Mike Williams

The Best PC RPGs for 2021

Disco Elysium is just one of 20 expertly reviewed PC role-playing games. If you've ever wanted to slay dragons, save the universe, or fulfill an ancient prophecy, this is the place to start.

By Jeffrey L. Wilson

Core Review

4.0

Core is an excellent, free tool and online community for developing and sharing 3D, Unreal Engine-powered, amateur video game creations.

By Jordan Minor

8 Resident Evil Village Tips & Tricks That Will Help You Survive the Horror

The village wants you dead, but these tips will keep you alive until the very end.

By Mike Williams

The Most Niche Simulation PC Games We Could Find

These PC games painstakingly recreate mundane tasks, from managing a farm to building a gaming PC, for only the most dedicated audiences.

By Max Eddy  & Matthew Buzzi

Resident Evil Village (for PC) Review

4.0
Editors' Choice

Resident Evil Village blends Resident Evil 7's grounded horror with Resident Evil 4's fast action and offbeat concepts. More tension, more combat, and more weirdness round out a game whose faults lie on the edges of the overall experience.

By Mike Williams

Valve Launches a $1 'Counter-Strike: Global Offensive' Subscription

The CS:GO 360 subscription offers access to detailed competitive match statistics.

By Matthew Humphries

PC Gamers Can Easily Reset the Resident Evil Village Demo Time Limit

Resetting the timer can be done as many times as you like following six simple steps.

By Matthew Humphries