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GameStop to Sell PS5, Xbox Series X at Select Stores on Thanksgiving Day

However, it seems the retailer plans on selling the consoles as $800 bundled deals.

By Michael Kan

This Modded Game Boy Advance Cartridge Runs PlayStation Games

A modder called Rodrigo Alfonso made a Game Boy Advance cartridge that can run PlayStation games.

By Nathaniel Mott

Japanese Retailers Try to Thwart PS5 Scalpers by Drawing on Packaging

Every PS5 sold is opened and either the buyer's name or an X drawn inside the box by the retail staff.

By Matthew Humphries

Walmart+ Members Get First Dibs on PS5, Xbox Series X During Today's Black Friday Event

The console sales start at 1 p.m. PT/ 4 p.m. EST for Walmart+ members.

By Michael Kan

Microsoft Launches Xbox Series S Fortnite and Rocket League Bundle

Get 1,000 V-bucks, 1,000 Credits, and Midnight Drive Pack customizations with your new console.

By Matthew Humphries

Evercade Vs. Premium Pack Review

3.5

The Evercade Vs., like the Evercade Handheld before it, is a fascinating retro console with a large, often esoteric library that will appeal to some collectors.

By Will Greenwald

Best Buy to Sell Xbox Series X Halo Infinite Edition at Select Stores Today

The special-edition console is arriving as Microsoft prepares to release the Halo Infinite game next month.

By Michael Kan

'Xbox by Gucci' Console Bundle Can Be Yours for $10,000

The $10,000 'Xbox by Gucci' bundle will be a limited-edition run of 100 Xbox Series X consoles.

By Chance Townsend

Valve: The Steam Deck Has Similar Specs to This Mini PC

For developers who want to port their games to the Steam Deck, the mini PC is a good testing device, Valve says. But the Steam Deck's GPU is more powerful, so it's not a complete one-to-one comparison.

By Michael Kan

5 Ways to Score a PS5 or Xbox Series X This Holiday Season

Next-gen consoles are still hard to come by, but there are a few ways to game the system.

By Michael Kan

Your Custom Xbox Controller Can Now Have Rubberized Grips, Metallic Finish

There's 19 metallic finishes, 3 new color options, and grips for the side and back of the controller.

By Matthew Humphries

Battery Issues, Chip Shortage Delay Playdate Gaming Handheld's Arrival

'We can’t get any more of Playdate’s current CPU for...two years,' the company says.

By Michael Kan

The Best Gaming Chairs for 2021

These top picks let you play in comfort and style, and with much-needed lumbar support.

By Will Greenwald

Think Buying a PS5 Is Difficult Now? We Have Some Bad News

The latest reports suggest Sony has cut its production outlook by a million consoles.

By Matthew Humphries

Valve Delays Steam Deck Launch by 2 Months Due to Component Shortages

The handheld gaming PC is now scheduled to begin arriving in February.

By Michael Kan

LG UltraGear GP9 Review

3.5

LG's UltraGear GP9 soundbar delivers powerful audio performance and gamer-centric features for a steep price.

By Will Greenwald

The Best Flight Sticks for Microsoft Flight Simulator

When piloting a video game airplane, the right hardware leads to happier landings. Take to the virtual skies just like the pros with these gaming flight sticks.

By Jordan Minor

Verizon: We're Gonna Sell the PS5, Too

However, the online sales will only be available to customers with a Verizon wireless account.

By Michael Kan

Alert: Walmart.com to Restock the PS5 Today

Walmart is preparing to restock Sony's PlayStation 5 at 12 p.m. PT/ 3 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Nov. 9.

By Michael Kan