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LG UltraGear OLED Bendable Gaming Monitor

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Experience Gaming Innovation with the LG UltraGear OLED Bendable Gaming Monitor—a 45″ 5K2K Powerhouse

There’s no denying that LG knows how to make a gorgeous screen. Whether iit’s a monitor or a television, you know you’re in for a visual treat if LG is on the label. LG is especially innovative in the monitor space, where it is diving headfirst into the specific needs of gamers with its UltraGear GX9 series. The single most exciting part of the new lineup is the LG UltraGear OLED Bendable Gaming Monitor. Yes, a bendable monitor!

INNOCN 27M2V Mini LED 4K Monitor

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INNOCN 27M2V Mini LED 4K Monitor Review: A Bargain for Gamers and Content Creators

INNOCN was founded in 2014 in Shenzhen, China, and manufactures a wide range of monitor types, including curved, portable, desktop, 4k, OLED, gaming, and ultrawide monitors. In this review, we test the 27″ INNOCN 27M2V Mini LED 4K Monitor with Mini LED backlighting. The INNOCN 27M2V is an A+ IPS panel display that employs local dimming to improve picture quality with 1,152 local dimming zones.

Ghost of Tsushima Review: The Japanese Matrix

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Ghost of Tsushima Review: The Japanese Matrix

I was very excited at the mere WHIFF that Ghost of Tsushima would be coming out on PC after an initial console-only release. Many consider this game a resounding masterpiece that sets the standard for any open-world sandbox games that come after. It’s admittedly quite good, actually great in some ways. But in my opinion, it is nowhere near perfect, and I’ll try to explain why while hiding from the lynch mob under my bed. Don’t tell them I’m there.

Horizon Forbidden West Review: Bigger and More Beautiful

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Horizon Forbidden West Review: Bigger and More Beautiful

Horizon: Zero Dawn was my first review on this site, so before we get into the meat of the sequel, this is a message to anyone who reads my stuff: Thank you for being here as we cover the game’s successor. Anyway, now we have Horizon: Forbidden West—momentous occasion, sparkling wine for everyone, or in my case, hobo gin.

DO NOT Pre-Order Star Wars Outlaws

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DO NOT Pre-Order Star Wars Outlaws

I beg you. Do not pre-order Star Wars Outlaws. That’s it, article over. Jokes aside, I can guess that some of you may have seen that a Star Wars action-adventure game was set to be released, and the ol’ nostalgia brain chemicals may have fired immediately. Not to be a wet and crusty towel on your potential hope and excitement, but this news scared me for a few reasons.

OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition

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OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition: The Perfect Smartphone If You’re a Fan of the Game (or the Color Purple)

If you read Dan’s review of the OnePlus 12R, you already know it delivers a premium experience in almost every way. But if you’re a Genshin Impact fan or the Iron Gray and Cool Blue colorways don’t quite do it for you, you’ll be glad you waited for this. The OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition inherits the OnePlus 12R’s flagship specs, specifically tailored for Genshin Impact enthusiasts.

New Game Monday, February 2024 Edition: First Impressions of Four Games That Are Being Actively Hyped to Me

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New Game Monday, February 2024 Edition: First Impressions of Four Games That Are Being Actively Hyped to Me

Hello, Readers! It’s the year of our Lord 2024, and I’ve cranked out quite a few reviews, each seemingly longer than the last. I enjoy writing, but I’m currently in a bit of a pickle as to what to put my grubby meathooks on next. A lot of stuff has been launched recently by the usual murderer’s row of development teams, but to be honest, none of it really interests me. So, I’m going to start a series called New Game Monday that I may or may not update monthly; it just depends on what’s new and interesting.

Lies of P Review: The Emo Pinocchio Experience That Became My 2023 Game of the Year

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Lies of P Review: The Emo Pinocchio Experience That Became My 2023 Game of the Year

Dear Readers, we may have found the 2023 Game of the Year in Lies of P. I’ll admit, when I first saw the game pop up on Steam, my first reaction was, “What a fricking stupid name.” Once I got over my initial revulsion (and admittedly waited for it to go on a small sale), I dove into the discourse surrounding this game to see if it was something truly worth playing. As far as I knew, it had a gameplay loop reminiscent of the much-accredited Dark Souls franchise, where punishment is your only friend as its core alluring trait.

Atari THE400 Mini left side

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Enjoy Retro Gaming with the Atari THE400 Mini — Pre-orders Are Open Now!

For retro gamers, the Atari THE400 Mini is a dream come true; it offers a nostalgic journey back to the golden era of gaming. THE400 Mini pays homage to the groundbreaking Atari 400, the iconic home computer that debuted in 1979. This faithful recreation captures the essence of the original Atari 400 while incorporating modern technology for an authentic retro gaming experience.

SteelSeries Launches Special-Edition Dragon Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Headphones to Celebrate the Lunar New Year

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SteelSeries Launches Special-Edition Dragon Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Headphones to Celebrate the Lunar New Year

If you’re a gamer looking for a not-so-subtle way to celebrate the Lunar New Year, or if you happen to like the color red and dragons, you’ll want to take a look at the new $199.99 Dragon Arctis Nova 7 Wireless – a special edition headset from SteelSeries. Crafted by a team with Chinese and Taiwanese heritage, this headset pays homage to their roots, embracing the essence of family gatherings, festivals, and the onset of the 2024 Lunar New Year.

Cassette Beasts Review: Using Old Equipment to Save Your Future ... with MONSTERS

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Cassette Beasts Review: Using Old Equipment to Save Your Future … with MONSTERS

It’s funny that people are referring to Cassette Beasts as “not Pokemon.” While that’s technically true, there are a lot of similarities that make such a strong opposition to the comparison laughable, in my opinion. That being said, this is not just a reskin, as Cassette Beasts incorporates a charming and interesting twist on a format that has grown a little stale due to Nintendo and Gamefreak’s apparent disregard for their fanbase. If you saw it on the Steam Page and thought, “Do I really need this in my life?” Well, I’m here to tell you that you just might.

Nanoleaf Ultra Black Shapes Hexagons and Triangles Review: Dramatic Lighting Effects that Look Like Art When Not in Use

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Nanoleaf Ultra Black Shapes Hexagons and Triangles Review: Dramatic Lighting Effects that Look Like Art When Not in Use

Nanoleaf is a technology and Internet of Things-focused company that, since 2012, has offered a line of modern smart home products, including several series of light panels. Their system of smart light panels is available as triangles, mini triangles, and hexagons. Occasionally, the company offers limited editions of these products, as is the case with the Nanoleaf Ultra Black Shapes, which are available in Hexagon and Triangle Smarter Kits.

Govee Hexagon Light Panels Ultra Will Provide Customizable, 3D-Like Gaming Light Scenarios

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Govee Hexagon Light Panels Ultra Will Provide Customizable, 3D-Like Gaming Light Scenarios

There are many manufacturers with product lines that include interlocking flat light panels of various shapes, but Govee is introducing something completely new, the Govee Hexagon Light Panels Ultra, which offers the world’s first combination of line and surface illumination. The panels support three illumination modes: individual lines, individual surfaces, and combined lines and surfaces.

Inscryption Review: Your Creepy Uncle Invites You to Play Cards in an Escape Room ...

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Inscryption Review: Your Creepy Uncle Invites You to Play Cards in an Escape Room …

Hold onto your toilet seats, ladies, germs, and nonbinary friends; we’ve got a card battler coming your way! But is that really all it is? More than just a card game, Inscryption is divided into three distinct acts that will leave you wondering what on earth is happening. It’s an ambitious undertaking, but you, the reader, must be careful before proceeding through this article because there will undoubtedly be things that you may wish to experience for yourself rather than read about. I’ll give you fair warning now and before each section so you can skip ahead if you’d prefer.

Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Review: A Chip Off the Old Block

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Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Review: A Chip Off the Old Block

We’re back with another Marvel game, howdy, howdy, howdy. Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales was on sale recently, and I enjoyed the original immensely, so I felt it would be good to give this game a whirl. Instead of playing as Peter Parker, however, you are playing as the newcomer Miles Morales, the hero of Harlem. While the game borrows a fair amount from the previous Spider-Man game, it does bring enough new to make the experience interesting. I beat the main story in about 8 hours; here are my thoughts.