It’s been 13 long years since that last Grand Theft Auto game, and a lot has changed. Since GTA V launched in 2013 on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, there’ve been two full console generations (hell, four presidencies and 30 MCU movies too), but the gaming landscape itself has shifted. While open-world games like GTA … Read more
It’s the end of an era for marveling at all the stuff we got before GTA VI. The game is officially, truly, really, finally something people can pay actual money for. And it’s bound to be a biggie. Grand Theft Auto VI is poised to be the single highest-grossing entertainment property of all time. That … Read more
It’s a stormy night. You’re in your apartment, looking nervously out the window at the trees bending in the wind, when you get a call from your best friend across the street. Her power is out — is yours still on? Suddenly, your living room goes dark. Get out of the building, she says. Meet … Read more
The most controversial feature is Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Direction (SOCD) customization. This allows one key to override another rather than registering both simultaneously, which is ideal for strafing in tactical shooters like Counter-Strike 2 and Valorant. The difference in reaction speed is immediately noticeable, making quick peeks far more consistent. However, because of the distinct … Read more
It’s been a tough run for the industry, but there’s plenty of strong contenders for game of the year, from old franchises to all-new IP To put it lightly, 2026 has been rough for the gaming industry. Amid wall-to-wall layoffs and studio closures, highly anticipated titles like Ubisoft’s Prince of Persia revival have been canned … Read more
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Before he was starring in movies, Vince Vaughn was a kid in suburban Chicago watching Notre Dame and Bears football. “I was so fortunate because we didn’t have a lot when I was younger, … Read more