As 2025 draws to a close, it is clear that great peripherals are just as essential to the gaming experience as the hardware they connect to. From competitive headsets and precision mice to keyboards that balance performance with everyday practicality, this year delivered standout accessories that meaningfully elevate how games are played and enjoyed. Whether shopping for a dedicated enthusiast or someone looking to upgrade their setup in one thoughtful move, these peripherals represent some of the strongest, most gift-worthy releases of the year. Continue reading “Best of 2025 – Peripherals”
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Best of 2025 – Gift Ideas
Looking back at 2025, it’s been a standout year for products that blur the line between plaything, collectible, and conversation piece. From lovingly crafted retro hardware and modernised racing toys to nostalgic handhelds and display-worthy builds, this year’s highlights share a common thread: they invite curiosity, spark joy, and reward time well spent. Whether you’re shopping for a lifelong gamer, a hands-on tinkerer, or someone who simply appreciates smart, playful design, these Press Play favorites represent some of the most exciting and gift-worthy releases the year had to offer. Continue reading “Best of 2025 – Gift Ideas”
LEGO Minecraft: The Creeper review
LEGO’s 2025 release, The Creeper, is a standout entry in the Minecraft line – one that blurs the boundary between toy and display piece. With a total of 665 bricks and a finished height of just over 21 cm, this set clearly targets fans who appreciate the blocky, pixelated aesthetic more than traditional play-set dynamics. Given that the video game remains hugely popular and the recent movie adaptation continues to draw attention, this Creeper lands at a clever intersection of gaming nostalgia and physical collectible culture, making for a great holiday gift idea at an affordable price point. Continue reading “LEGO Minecraft: The Creeper review”
Atari Gamestation Go review
The Atari Gamestation Go, created through Atari’s partnership with My Arcade, aims to deliver a portable archive of classic arcade and console experiences while adding a handful of modern conveniences. Its core promise – more than 200 built-in titles together with five entries from Atari’s Recharged series and notable arcade names such as PAC-MAN, Rodland and Saint Dragon – frames the device unmistakably as a nostalgia-forward handheld that also wants to be practically useful in 2025 thanks to a few standout features. Continue reading “Atari Gamestation Go review”
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro review (PS5)
The PlayStation edition of Razer’s BlackShark V3 Pro aims to deliver tournament-grade performance to console players without compromising on comfort or versatility. It builds on Razer’s PC-focused esports heritage but adapts its design and connectivity for the PS5 environment effortlessly, supporting both Tempest 3D Audio and Razer’s own THX Spatial Audio on PC. With wireless performance tuned for ultra-low latency and an expanded range of connection options, it positions itself as a headset for those who take competitive play seriously, but also want a feature-rich companion for everyday use. Continue reading “Razer BlackShark V3 Pro review (PS5)”
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