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The new Switch (OLED model) with a product comparison chart overlaid on it
FeatureGuideMonday, 12th July 2021 by Welcome to my incredibly “scientific” and “ultimate” Switch model comparison chart

Still undecided on which Nintendo Switch to pick up? Mike has done some digging — and thinks he’s definitively ranked the three available models.

The Switch (OLED model) includes a wiiiiiide adjustable kickstand
Best ofFeatureGuideTuesday, 6th July 2021 by A deep dive into the Nintendo Switch (OLED model)

We’ve picked apart Nintendo’s press releases and spec sheets to bring you a closer look at the new Nintendo Switch (OLED model). So what’s changed?

A diagram showing Steam Remote Play streaming from a desktop PC to a laptop (or vice versa)
FeatureGuideTuesday, 6th July 2021 by Steam Remote Play: it just works (sometimes)

Steam Remote Play is amazing and ahead of its time — but maybe that’s part of the problem? Here are five things to try when your play… stops.

E3 logo
E3 2021FeatureGuideTuesday, 1st June 2021 by Take a look back at the weirdly-corporate juggernaut that was the E3 2021 schedule

This year’s E3 might be the busiest yet. Luckily, we’ve compiled the US and UK times for every show — so you can plan your life around the important ones.

Photo showing overcrowding at E3 2017
Best ofE3 2021FeatureGuideMonday, 31st May 2021 by “So, what even is E3, anymore? Does anyone still care about it? Is anyone even ‘doing’ it this year?” and other pressing questions

Poor E3 has been up against it, thanks to Covid, overcrowded convention centres, and reluctant publishers. Mike argues it’s still a big deal regardless.

A screenshot from Little Inferno. The player is burning a large pile of items.
FeatureGuideThursday, 16th March 2017 by Confirmed: Little Inferno coming to EU eShop next Thursday. Want it now? Here’s how to buy from the US store with your EU card

The UK keeps getting screwed, so thank goodness the Switch is region-free! We’ll tell you how to save money and get early releases from the US eShop.