The Control Panel is a trusty, rusty old friend for a lot of us Windows users, going all the way back to the operating system’s original release in the 1980s. But Microsoft…
Callisto Protocol Dev Announces [REDACTED], a Roguelike Set in the Game’s Black Iron Prison
The Callisto Protocol developer Striking Distance Studios has announced [REDACTED], a roguelike dungeon crawler set within The Callisto Protocol’s Black Iron Prison. And yes, that’s its actual name. Previously announced as Project…
How ancient tech is thwarting AI cheating in the classroom
Nearly two years ago, ChatGPT’s AI writing powers set off a firestorm in classrooms. How would teachers be able to determine which assignments were actually authored by the student? A host of…
Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
If you’re looking to score a fast laptop at a killer price, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re on the hunt for a blazing fast gaming rig, an affordable laptop…
Black State: Inception-Inspired Bullet-Time Action
When Black State was first welcomed to the world via a visually impressive, Metal Gear Solid-ish teaser earlier this summer, some doubted its legitimacy as a game. Was it purely a tech…
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Collector’s Edition Drops to Just £150 at Amazon
Scalpers can get in the bin, as Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree Collector’s Edition is back in stock and on sale right now at Amazon during its Gaming Week sale from…
With Borderlands 4 Set to Ditch Epic Exclusivity, Randy Pitchford Addresses 5-Year-Old Prediction That Steam Would Become a ‘Dying Store’
Gearbox chief Randy Pitchford has responded to social media posts resurfacing his prediction that Steam would become a “dying store” amid the announcement that Borderlands 4 will ditch Epic Games Store exclusivity…
Monster Hunter Wilds Finally Removes Gendered Armor, Meaning Anyone Can Wear Anything
Capcom is finally removing gendered armor from the Monster Hunter series in 2025’s Monster Hunter Wilds, meaning any character can wear any equipment. Game director Yuya Tokuda revealed during a presentation of…
14 back-to-school gadgets you didn’t know you needed
Some back-to-school purchases are no-brainers, like a new laptop or Chromebook. But other helpful products aren’t always as obvious. They can seem purely optional—stuff to buy when you have money to burn….
Dell XPS 13 review: Snapdragon laptop leaves us wanting more
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Sleek and lightweight design Easy to see display Convenient biometrics Cons Few ports Visuals shift dramatically at off angles Contentious keyboard Largely outgunned by the Intel…