How to set up any controller for your Steam games
I can’t say I prefer using a controller for my PC gaming. In fact, 98 percent of my gaming is still done with a keyboard and mouse — there’s really nothing that remotely compares to…
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Why your digital games could vanish in a heartbeat
News that GOG.com has delisted 29 games this month is a sobering reminder that at any moment the games you own could vanish from your PC game libraries at any time and there’s not much…
Are modern PC games badly optimized or is it just time to upgrade?
I’ve kept my gaming rig’s specs above the recommended requirements for most new big-name game releases over the last couple of years and it remains that way despite all the hardware that’s hit the market…
Nagle’s Algorithm: The obscure router setting that can hurt PC gamers
Even if your network knowledge runs deep there’s a high chance you haven’t heard of Nagle’s Algorithm. Named after its creator, John Nagle, this algorithm plays a part in the efficient operation of your router’s…
Turtle Beach Kone II Air review: Perfect for MMOs
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros The RGB accents are neat Supports both dual wireless and wired connectivity and easy charging via a USB cable You get access to a total of 21 commands via…
Why I’m waging a personal war against bloatware
Had Benjamin Franklin been alive today he may well have added “bloatware” to his famous quote: “But, in this world nothing is certain but death and taxes.” The fact is, if you buy a Windows…
How to prevent Windows Defender from ruining your gaming performance
Microsoft Windows Defender is the default security feature on every Windows 11 PC. It’s one of the OS’s most useful features because it works continuously in the background to detect and prevent threats from viruses,…
Why Black Myth: Wukong is no Dark Souls clone
Black Myth: Wukong immediately appealed to my 1980s nostalgia. Fueled by my memories of the TV show Monkey Magic, I naturally jumped at the chance to play the iconic Monkey (in this case Monke) in…
Razer DeathAdder V3 Hyperspeed review: Buckle up, it’s fast!
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros A high hump positions your trigger finger, ready to fire Very precise sensor that supports the Dynamic Sensitivity feature Buttons are very quick Very good build quality Cons There’s…
SteelSeries Arena 3 speakers review: Detail-rich sound for every game
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Clear, detail-rich sound Can fill up a room at 60 percent volume A useful mix of wired and wireless connectivity Easy setup and easy to use Cons The design…