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Mara walks through an amusement park in Crow Country.

This creepy game is a picture-perfect throwback to PS1 horror

If you grew up on PlayStation 1 games like Resident Evil, you're going to love (and be very creeped out by) Crow Country.
A render of the Bay blue Google Pixel 8a.

The Google Pixel 8a is the Pixel phone I’ve been waiting for

The Google Pixel 8a, on paper, could be dismissed as a boring or tepid smartphone release. But I couldn't be more excited about it.
The Asus Cetra Supernova earbuds sitting on top of a gaming PC.

I want to love Asus’ gaming earbuds, but there are problems

Asus' Cetra SpeedNova earbuds deliver what gamers are looking for thanks to ANC and a low latency connection. But there are a couple of big issues.
The PlayStation Store on the Sony InZone M9.

Helldivers 2 PC woes prove that PlayStation needs an online overhaul

The recent Helldivers 2 PC fiasco is the latest example of why PlayStation needs to finally give its online services a 2.0 upgrade.
Hades 2 key art from its first trailer.

Hades 2 is nearly perfect, but there’s one problem that needs tweaking

We're loving Hades 2 so far, but there's one thing we hope Supergiant hammers out before the sequel exits early access.
Someone using the new M4 iPad Pro with a creator app.

I don’t think Apple wants me to buy the new iPad Pro

I want the new 2024 iPad Pro, specifically the 13-inch version, but Apple's event showed me how I'd never get close to tapping into its ability.
The back of the Google Pixel Tablet.

Google has no idea what it’s doing with the Pixel Tablet

To cut the price of the Pixel Tablet, Google has changed the one good thing about it, proving it really doesn't have a plan to make the tablet desirable.
A person gaming on the M4 iPad Pro and playing Diablo Immortal.

The new iPad Pro would be perfect, if only it were a Mac

The new M4 iPad Pro and its OLED display makes me envious as a Mac user. And it feels like Apple is making me wait for the perfect Mac gaming machine.
Melinoe fighting under a full moon in Hades 2.

Should you play Hades 2 in early access or wait for the full game?

Hades 2 is out now in early access, but should you play it now or wait until 1.0? You won't be disappointed either way.
The Digital Trends website on the KTC G42P5.

This simple app was a surprising upgrade to my gaming PC

Sometimes the simplest Windows apps turn out to be the most useful, and JustScroll definitely fits that description.
Two fleets fight in Homeworld: Vast Reaches.

Before you play Homeworld 3, try this VR game as a primer

On the eve of Homeworld 3's launch, the strategy series just got a new VR game that you should check out.
A Steam Deck sits next to a Switch OLED.

Hades 2 shows the Steam Deck’s biggest advantage over the Nintendo Switch

The Steam Deck still has one important advantage over the Nintendo Switch, and Hades 2 reveals it.
Stellar Blade STALKER fight.

I want more approachable Soulslikes. These new games show that it’s possible

Another Crab's Treasure and Stellar Blade feature great accessibility options. I hope Soulslike developers are taking note.
Copilot on a laptop on a desk.

8 AI chatbots you should use instead of ChatGPT

Here’s a look at some of the current ChatGPT alternatives to illustrate how the AI landscape has changed since the chatbot first released.
Range of Mercedes-Benz G580 vehicles

2025 Mercedes-Benz G580: range, price, release date, and more

Mercedes-Benz is electrifying the G-Class. The company has finally unveiled the new G580 -- an electric version of the G-Wagon. Here's what we know so far.
A soldier in silhouette in Helldivers 2.

Helldivers 2 just showed the highs and lows of live service in one chaotic weekend

After a chaotic weekend, Helldivers 2 just showed us that the high rewards of live service come with some serious risks.
The back of a Natural Titanium iPhone 15 Pro Max.

I found an amazing new way to use my iPhone 15 Pro Max

I recently found a new way to use my iPhone 15 Pro Max. It's not a feature I went into 2024 expecting to fall in love with, but that's exactly what's happened.
OnePlus Open in hand.

Six months later, is the OnePlus Open still worth it? I found out

It's been about six months since the OnePlus Open hit the market. Is OnePlus' first foldable still worth it? I revisited the phone to find out.
Pac-Men chase one another through a beach maze in Pac-Man Mega Tunnel Battle: Chomp Champs.

A former Stadia exclusive comes to PC and consoles this week, and it’s a blast

Pac-Man Mega Tunnel Battle was just one of many Stadia exclusives lost when Google's service shut down, but it makes a triumphant comeback this week.
The Dell XPS 14 on a white table with the screen open.

5 laptops you should buy instead of the Dell XPS 14

The Dell XPS 14 is a new member of Dell's iconic lineup, and it's a strong contender among 14-inch laptops. However, it has some serious competition.
You Asked Feature

You Asked: The Moire effect strikes, open-box TV tips, and where’d the curves go?

This week on You Asked: What is Moire effect, and can you do anything about it? When is it safe to buy an open-box TV? Are there any curved TVs you can buy?
A hand holding an AMD Ryzen CPU.

It’s time to stop ignoring the CPU in your gaming PC

The CPU has left the conversation for PC gamers over the last few years, but with the demands of modern games, it's time to reexamine its role.
Climbers climb a mountain in Surmount.

This fun and frustrating mountain-climbing game is worth the hike

If you love hilariously frustrating games like Getting Over It, you'll want to play Surmount on your Switch or Steam Deck.
The HP Omen 40L desktop sitting on a coffee table.

The simple reasons your PC games don’t play as well as they should

If you're unhappy with your PC's gaming performance, don't start saving for upgrades just yet -- try these tricks to improve it first.
Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15 Pro.

One of the most iconic iPhone accessories is back — and it’s great

The Mophie Juice Pack used to be an accessory that you would see everywhere, but then it vanished. Now it's back for the iPhone 15 series.
Lies of P running on the Asus ROG Ally.

I would give up my Steam Deck if the ROG Ally 2 had these features

Rumor has it that Asus is working on a new revision to the ROG Ally. Here's what it would take for me to finally give up my Steam Deck for Asus' handheld.
The Mandalorian and Grogu in a poster for the Disney+ series.

5 things we need to see in The Mandalorian & Grogu Star Wars movie

Very little is known about the next Star Wars film, but here are some things we all want to see in The Mandalorian & Grogu.
A nun stands in a red room in Indika.

Don’t ask questions! Just play this wild and weird nun game

Come to Indika for its wildly weird style, but stay for its thoughtful theological debates.
iPad Air 5 seen from the back and held in hand.

Apple’s new iPad Air could be in trouble

We're expecting a lot of new iPads next week, including two new iPad Air models. It's exciting, but also potentially concerning.
Printing is fast and economical with the HP Smart Tank 7602.

I use these simple printer tips to save money on ink and toner

Learn how to greatly reduce printing costs and make your ink and toner cartridges last much longer with these expert tricks and tips.
Pins on Core i9-12900K.

What to do if your Intel CPU keeps crashing

While Intel and motherboard vendors investigate instability issues, here's what you can do to prevent crashes on your PC.
Kirby and his friends post in Kirby and the Amazing Mirror art.

3 retro classics to play on Nintendo Switch Online this weekend (May 3-5)

These Switch Online games are perfect companions to recent releases like Stellar Blade, Endless Ocean: Luminous, and Tales of Kenzera: Zau.
Three phone screens with the PlayStation Stars app.

If you’re not using PlayStation Stars, you’re missing out

The PlayStation Stars program still isn't perfect two years later, but it's a hidden gem that all players should take advantage of.
The main character of Tales of Kenzera: Zau stands with two elemental items.

3 underrated PS Plus games you should play this weekend (May 3-5)

If you're a PlayStation Plus Premium or Extra subscriber looking for something to play this weekend, check out these games from EA, Sabotage, and LucasArts.