Gaming

Dreamhack 2026 brings the joy of gaming to Birmingham NEC

Running March 27 to March 29, one of the world's biggest esports festivals comes to the UK for a fun-filled weekend of gaming and epic cosplay.

Here’s how game system requirements have evolved over 20 years, from 512MB to 16GB

I examine how game system requirements have changed through the years, and the striking comparison between what's needed today vs 2006.

Valve removes display scaling and resolution requirements for the Steam Machine Verified badge

Valve lists Steam Machine and Steam Frame game validation rules, ditching UI legibility requirements while adding a 90fps target for VR.

The best FPS games of all time, from a PC gaming veteran

From Wolfenstein 3D to Call of Duty and Battlefield, first person shooters are both fun and addictive. Here are the game-changing titles I'll never forget.

No Man’s Sky: Hello Games’ redemption story

This is the story of how the developers of No Man’s Sky rose from the ashes of a maligned launch to craft a certified cult classic.

Best free PC games to play in 2026

Here's our list of the best F2P games to download this year. Covering everything from MMO and RPG titles, to FPS fun, there's something for everyone.

Embark lays down Arc Raiders roadmap for the next four months – new map coming!

Embark shares Arc Raiders roadmap for 2026 with content plans from January until April, including new maps, conditions, and enemies.

I love Arc Raiders, but here are 7 ways I’d change the game for the better

Arc Raiders is good fun in its current state, but the overall experience could be so much better with a few UI additions and gameplay tweaks.

Resident Evil Requiem system requirements won’t scare most PCs

Near-decade old hardware should be able to run Resident Evil Requiem without fear according to Capcom's minimum and recommended specs.