Latest articles by Zachary Boddy
Ignore everything else, this is the true "objective" list of the best Xbox and PC games of 2024
GOTY 2024 has come to a close, so here's the definitive list of all the best Xbox and PC games of the year... At least in my opinion, which is also objective fact.
Razer, of all companies, made the best value Thunderbolt docking station — and you don't even need Thunderbolt
Review The Razer USB4 Dock boasts all the capabilities of a full-fledged Thunderbolt 4 docking station, but with a lower price and wider compatibility with more devices.
It's honestly tough for me to believe this 27-inch Mini LED gaming monitor costs less than $400
Review The Xiaomi G Pro 27i is a 27-inch, 180Hz, 1440p, Quantum Dot Mini LED gaming monitor that costs less than $400, and it's an incredible overall value.
Razer Laptop Cooling Pad review: Loud and expensive, but it really works
Review The Razer Laptop Cooling Pad aims to keep your laptop performing at its best, and it's a surprisingly effective accessory. That massive fan can make a ton of noise, though.
Razer upgraded one of its best budget wireless headsets with RGB, but I'm not convinced it was needed
Review The Razer Barracuda X Chroma is an excellent multi-purpose wireless gaming headset, but the addition of RGB lighting raises the cost without a meaningful return.
How to get refunds on digital Xbox games and subscriptions
Xbox Xbox will refund your purchases under certain conditions. Here's how to do it easily and quickly.
7 best tips to setting up your new ASUS ROG Ally handheld
ROG Ally Tips The ASUS ROG Ally and its upgraded X variant are amazing PC gaming handhelds — here are the 7 best tips and tricks for setting up yours during the holidays.
Dell's XPS Desktop (8960) is an RTX 40-Series beast masquerading in a retro-looking case
Review The latest Dell XPS Desktop is a sleek, minimalist tower PC packed with some of the most powerful internals you can find, perfect for creators and gamers alike.
HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 (2024): Great hardware, too much bloatware
Review The HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 takes over for the iconic Spectre x360 convertible laptop, except now it's thinner, lighter, lasts longer, and boasts more AI features.
AVerMedia FLEXI go (BA311L) review: A solid mic arm that costs too much
Review The AVerMedia FLEXI go (BA3111L) mic arm mount offers reliable adjustability with a highly practical design, but it just doesn't feel like its price tag.
AVerMedia VERSATI go: A stellar microphone for well under $100
Review AVerMedia's AM310G2 microphone dons the "go" moniker to reflect its portability and accessibility, and provides a ton of quality for a reasonable cost.
Insta360 Link 2: A bit inconsistent, but still a top-quality webcam
Review The Insta360 Link 2 follows one of the most popular 360-degrees gimbal tracking webcam with a new design and features, although it can be a little inconsistent.
This is your LAST chance to buy this massive Xbox game before it disappears
Deal Forza Horizon 4 is only days away from its End-of-Life date, and today may be your last chance to buy it on sale before it disappears from digital storefronts forever.
Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 9) review: The forgotten middle child
Review The Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 9) is a pretty great mid-range gaming laptop that's rather confusingly positioned in Lenovo's lineup (and a little difficult to find).
I wanted to review french toast but Xbox sent me a bunch of cool glass instead
IHOP x Xbox Xbox and IHOP's latest collaboration around the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle launch includes five collectible glasses, and I have them all now.
The 5 best controller settings to change in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Controller Supremacy Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 plays great on controller and mouse-and-keyboard, but there are some default settings you can change to be even more competitive.
New Xbox Game Pass games (Dec. 2024): What's coming, leaving soon
New to XGP As Xbox Game Pass grows ever bigger, I'm keeping careful track of the best new additions, upcoming arrivals, which games are leaving soon, and much more.
You can now get a ridiculous quad monitor stand from the company that made your chair
Quad Displays Secretlab, most known for its chairs, also makes desks, monitor mounts, and other accessories. Now, Secretlab also offers a quad-arm stand for true multi-screen setups.
Forza Horizon 5 cars: Full car list, new additions, DLC, gifts, and more
Forza Cars Forza Horizon 5 is the largest and most ambitious entry in the franchise yet, and its car list reflects that. Here's every car in FH5, including DLC.
Forza Horizon 5's final update of the year brings 5 new cars and more
Winter Cars ❄️ Playground Games has released the "Horizon Holidays Mix-Up" update for Forza Horizon 5, which is actually two updates in one (and is the final release of the year).
LIVE PC gaming handheld deals on ROG Ally, Legion Go, and more
LIVE Deals Black Friday and Cyber Monday have ended, so here are all the best PC gaming handheld deals that survived the sales purge, including ROG Ally, Legion Go, and more.
Minecraft's most terrifying update yet is finally here
Creak Creak Minecraft's latest Game Drop, "The Garden Awakens," is officially available to download across all platforms, so prepare for some scares.
You can get a lot of laptop for just $280, but only for a few more hours
Deal Lenovo has shaved 58% off one of its best value Windows laptops in a Cyber Monday flash sale. It's a lot of laptop for $280, but this deal isn't going to last long.
