It’s had its share of tech issues, but this RPG shooter-looter takes inspiration from the classics to deliver some of the best fun-and-gun action around. Outriders is great on your own, but even better with friends.
Bang & Olufsen launches Beoplay Portal wireless gaming headphones
by Andy Bassett
The Beoplay Portal, Bang & Olufsen’s first wireless gaming headphone, sees the hallmarks of premium finish, lightweight construction and high quality acoustic performance come to the world of immersive gaming.
A delightful two-player adventure that demands genuine co-op gameplay, this highly creative puzzle-platformer is a great way to embrace social distancing with your friends.
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Stubbs the Zombie Review (Xbox One)
by Ian Collen
The 15-year-old cult classic rises from the grave with a zero frills port, leaving a first-gen Xbox title to walk among those living in a new-gen world... but there's still some life in this undead antihero.
Pre VR, there were a number of games such as Time Crisis 3 and Killzone that allowed players the opportunity to live out their military fantasies using a gun controller. What were your favourites from back in the day and are there any new games currently available?
100mm Planar Magnetic Drivers, Wireless PC and Console support, broadcast quality microphone, could the Penrose at £300 be the must buy gaming headset?
Remastered versions of Nioh and Nioh 2 for PS5. Relive the entire saga, including all DLC, with 4K resolution and up to 120fps gameplay. Data from PS4 versions can be transferred over to pick up where players left off.
Do you find it impossible to get rid of old tech as you replace it? Now, as the PS5 and Xbox Series X become available, have you re-discovered several generations of older consoles you'd forgotten you still had kicking around your cupboards?
What are the important considerations when purchasing a decent gaming chair and and which suppliers are recommended? Leave a comment in the discussion thread and let us know how you find your chosen throne.
The world's first MQA gaming headset from ASUS gaming arm, Republic of Gamers. Featuring Hi-Fi grade ESS 9281 Quad DAC, noise cancelling microphone and some funky RGB lighting!
Earphones for gaming? The VR3000 from High-End Japanese brand Final Audio feature 6mm dynamic drivers, soundstage optimised for gamers and chassis design to ensure a customised fit.
PS5 and Xbox Series X: Can you recommend any games?
by Andy Bassett
AVForums member RAINS has been away from gaming for a couple of years but now has both of the latest generation consoles and is looking for game recommendations. Can you help out?
The teasing, the previews, the information one-upmanship are all over now and the Xbox Series X, Microsoft's newest gaming and media powerhouse, is finally here.