This ‘Swiss Army Knife’ app transformed how I play PC games
PC games usually arrive with problems, but there's an app that can solve most PC gaming woes with a couple of clicks.
Nvidia is cheating with its GPUs, and that’s great for laptops
Nvidia's new laptop graphics cards are powerful, but they recieve the biggest boost from DLSS 3, especially in machines traditionally built for gaming.
You’ll have to wait a long time for a Steam Deck 2
If you're hoping to see a more powered-up version of the Steam Deck, you might need to lower your expectations for now.
Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition is about to clear its final hurdle
In a positive development for Microsoft, the U.K. is now open to approving its Activision Blizzard acquisition.
Nvidia’s DLSS 3.5 update is what ray tracing always wanted to be
Nvidia's DLSS 3.5 is a game changer for ray tracing, but that assumes you have the hardware to turn on the feature in the first place.
Should you wait for the 2023 Samsung Odyssey Neo G9, or buy last year’s model?
Samsung's updated Odyssey Neo G9 is available for preorder, but is it worth waiting? We break down the differences between the new model and its predecessor.
Get an exclusive new look at Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story
We have an exclusive new trailer for Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story, along with new insight into Riot Forge's spinoff strategy.
Asus’ ROG Ally Z1 is caught in no man’s land
Asus' ROG Ally with the Ryzen Z1 doesn't hold up against even the Steam Deck, leaving it in an awkward spot compared to the competition.
I bought Nvidia’s worst-value GPU, but I don’t regret it
The Nvidia graphics card I ended up buying is a terrible value, but I still wouldn't have chosen AMD if I had to make the same decision again.
I review gaming laptops professionally — these are the only two you should buy in 2023
We review dozens of gaming laptops each year, and there are some great options. But these two laptops truly stand above the pack in 2023.
Prebuilt PCs are problematic — here’s how to avoid getting scammed
Prebuilt PCs have some merits, but I'm never going to buy one again. Here's why I would choose to build my own PC each and every time.
Nvidia’s RTX 4070 is seeing big price cuts in response to AMD
Nvidia's RTX 4070 is already seeing big price cuts, likely in response to AMD's new RX 7800 XT graphics card.
Horizon Chase 2 expertly channels the fun of classic arcade racers
Apple Arcade racer Horizon Chase 2 is now on PC and Nintendo Switch, and Digital Trends had a lot of fun playing it ahead of its surprise launch.
Riot Forge explains why Bandle Tale is a perfect fit for its developer
Riot Forge announced Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story and exclusively told Digital Trends why it partnered with the developer of Punch Club for the game.
This Noctua-themed gaming PC is a bespoke beauty — and you can buy it
Maingear has just unveiled two new prebuilt desktops, and one thing is certain: Gaming PCs have never looked more stylish.
You don’t need an Xbox Series X to play Starfield. Here’s how
Starfield isn't just locked to Xbox Series X/S. These are some of the other ways you can play Microsoft's big new exclusive without a new console.
AMD might still have some next-gen GPUs left in the tank — but I don’t buy it
AMD has said it's done with new GPU dies, but a new rumor suggests the company is gearing up to release more graphics cards.
WD’s new SSD is the Steam Deck upgrade you’ve been waiting for
Western Digital has announced the new SN770M SSD, which is built for devices like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally, and sounds blistering fast.
Is a game poorly optimized, or just demanding? They’re not the same thing
PC optimization is a term that gets thrown around so often that it has almost lost all meaning, and it's worth exploring why with Starfield.
Logitech’s new Pro X peripherals are stunning, but I only recommend one of them
Logitech gave its series of Pro peripherals a makeover, but only one of them is truly worth your money.
Here’s how you can win this insane, custom Starfield PC
Skytech Gaming and SignalRGB released an insane, custom Starfield PC, and you can enter for a chance to win it for yourself.
Nvidia gave AMD’s RX 7800 XT a free win
AMD's new RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT have been met with a mixed reception, so why do we still recommend them? It's because of Nvidia.
AMD RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT review: the price is right
AMD's new RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT are solid performers, and they might finally be the Nvidia killers Team Red has promised for years.
Starfield PC performance: best settings, FSR 2, benchmarks, and more
Starfield is finally in our hands, and we've put it through a series of tests on PC to bring you optimized settings and performance.
This Starfield mod adds Nvidia’s DLSS 3 — for free
Starfield received a DLSS 3 mod hours after launching, but a new version is live, and it's free for anyone to use.
AMD FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution): everything you need to know
FidelityFX Super Resolution is AMD's answer to DLSS. Here's everything you need to know about FSR and how it works.
Starfield bet on FSR, and now Nvidia players are paying the price
Starfield is a visual marvel, but the decision to exclusively use FSR 2 while pushing visual quality keeps many PC gamers from having the best experience.
After four months with the ROG Ally, I’m going back to my Steam Deck
About four months ago, I ditched my Steam Deck for Asus' ROG Ally. But with some distance, I'm going back to Valve's handheld. Here's why.
Lenovo’s Legion Glasses promise big-screen gaming wherever you are
With Lenovo's Legion Glasses, portable gaming doesn't have to mean leaving the big screen behind. They also pair nicely with the Legion Go handheld.
The first Starfield-themed GPU is up for sale — amid warnings of scams
The first of AMD's limited-edition Starfield GPUs has gone up for sale, but it arrives amid warnings of fake giveaways.
These are the only gaming laptops you should consider if you want to play Starfield
If you want to play Starfield with the best performance, you need one of the best gaming laptops. Here's what we recommend picking up to play the game.
The success of AMD’s FSR 3 hinges on this one feature
AMD's upcoming FSR certainly sounds exciting, offering frame generation across almost any GPU. But AMD has to get latency in check for FSR 3 to work.
Where in the world are all of AMD’s next-gen laptop GPUs?
AMD released a slate of promising laptop GPUs at the beginning of the year, but there have been shockingly few laptops sporting them.
Alienware’s x14 R2 might be my new favorite gaming laptop
The Alienware x14 R2 might be a somewhat iterative update to the company's highly portable gaming laptop, but it still clobbers the competition.