Alienware x14 Review: Slim, Sleek and Solid
Design of the Alienware x14 There are only a select few gaming laptops for those who prioritize portability and aesthetics. Alienware’s new x14 ( $1,649 to start, $2,049 as tested) fits that bill. The company calls it “the world’s thinnest 14-inch gaming laptop.” And at just 0.57 inches thick and 4.06 pounds, it’s far more […]
Alienware x17 R2 review: 480Hz? On a gaming laptop?
Alienware x17 R2 MSRP $2,250.00 “The Alienware x17 R2 is one of the fastest gaming laptops you can buy, but you might want to skip the 480Hz screen.” Pros Excellent gaming performance Several thermal profiles available Very thin for a 17-inch laptop Fantastic port selection Solid CPU power Cons Runs loud and hot at full […]
Alienware’s Concept Nyx puts a game streaming server in your home
In brief: Companies have been calling streaming services “the future of gaming” for years, and although we now have the likes of Microsoft’s xCloud, Google Stadia, and Nvidia’s GeForce Now, that claim still feels unlikely, to say the least. But Alienware’s Concept Nyx is a new take on the idea of game streaming, one that […]
Alienware m18 scoffs at portable gaming laptops at CES 2023
Alienware is debuting a monster gaming laptop at CES 2023 — the 18-inch m18. I had a chance to try out the machine for a bit after Alienware teased it, and although it’s impressive, I’ve struggled to think of a good use case for a laptop that’s so large. The term “desktop replacement” doesn’t scratch […]
Where to find every free Light Cone in Honkai: Star Rail
Light Cones are the weapons of the Honkai: Star Rail world. Like the equippable Relic sets, they significantly strengthen characters with abilities and boosted stats. However, Star Rail‘s gacha system means that you won’t be guaranteed the Light Cone you want from the standard and limited-time banners. Thankfully, there a few free-to-play options that will […]
All 12 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC Fighters, Ranked
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate‘s final fighter has been revealed. Sora from Kingdom Hearts will be the last fighter in the game’s roster, putting years of speculation to bed. It’s a real “end of an era moment,” as it’s unclear when — or if — we’ll get another Super Smash Bros. game. It could be another […]
All armor sets in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a massive open-world game with an abundance of puzzles to solve, enemies to fell, and secrets to discover. If you want to make the most of your exploration, though, you’ll be swapping your gear around from time to time to take advantage of some armor’s various […]
Super Mario Bros. Wonder: all Captain Toad locations
Super Mario Bros. Wonder is taking the series back to its 2D roots with a new and exciting art style and a ton of new mechanics. Alongside new power-ups and badges, this title has perhaps the largest amount of collectibles and hidden secrets of any game in the series. Between all the Wonder Seeds, Wonder […]
Google Says 2019 Chromebooks Will Be Linux-ready Right Out of the Box
Anete Lūsiņa/Unsplash While support for Linux on some Chromebooks has been around since last year’s Project Crostini launch, Google has said that all of the Chromebooks launched this year will have the ability to run Linux “right out of the box.” According to ZDNet, the technology company mentioned the not-so-small detail about the future of […]
How to recruit all companions in Baldur’s Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 companions will add vital spells and skills to your party, but finding all of them can be a challenge. So, here’s how to get a hold of them in the game, as well as their classes to ensure you choose the best one to suit your playstyle. With ten different companions to […]