Category: Hardware

Sonic Go Fast REALMz Wired Headset review (Switch)

In the realm of gaming headsets, PDP’s Realmz Sonic headset for the Nintendo Switch stands out not just for its unique Sonic the Hedgehog aesthetic but also for its surprising performance at an affordable price point. This wired gaming headset is not just a collectible with its Sonic branding and figurine, but also a more than competent headset for Nintendo Switch gamers. Continue reading “Sonic Go Fast REALMz Wired Headset review (Switch)”

HyperX Cloud III Wireless review

The HyperX Cloud III Wireless headset recently launched as a wireless iteration of its wired sibling, which came out a few months earlier. As expected, it comes with a price bump, but this uptick in cost is accompanied by the liberation from cables. The headset’s marquee feature is its excellent 120-hour battery life, though that falls shy of the mind-blowing 300-hour battery life of HyperX’s Cloud Alpha Wireless. Retaining the design DNA of other headsets in the HyperX family, the Cloud III Wireless boasts a sturdy build with metal-backed, gracefully curved earcups, and a plush faux leather-covered headband. Continue reading “HyperX Cloud III Wireless review”

Taking the Asus ROG Strix SCAR 15 on a VR spin

After covering over 300 VR games in recent years, we’ve seen a bunch of different technologies pop up and pass by. From the early PC-based development kits by Oculus to the mainstream appeal of wireless models like the Meta Quest 2, it’s been quite a ride. PlayStation jumped aboard with PSVR, and PSVR is on the horizon as well now, offering a new leap forward for console gamers. But while the Quest 2 is currently fairly dominant in the mainstream market, we believe that PC-based VR can still offer a superior experience. We went into the virtual dimension with a ROG Strix SCAR 15 gaming laptop to explore, and here’s what we found out. Continue reading “Taking the Asus ROG Strix SCAR 15 on a VR spin”

Mobile Gaming on a Budget – Six Things To Look For

In recent years we’ve seen an increasing number of high profile mobile titles pop up, so it’s easy to see that mobile gaming has come a long way since the days of Angry Birds and an endless stream of Match-3 games. It is a viable alternative to console and PC gaming though, or does the average phone struggle to keep up? Sure, your $1000/€1000 phone can probably run the latest games without problems, but for that budget you can also pick up a brand new Xbox console AND a PlayStation 5.

We’re taking a look at mobile gaming from a budget-conscious point of view today, highlighting a few key elements to keep an eye out for if you’re looking for an option to play some of the more ambitious mobile games on the market. As a benchmark, we’re keeping a price point in mind where you pay less than you would for the latest Nintendo Switch model, the cheapest of the three major consoles at the moment. So what to look out for when you want the most gaming bang for your buck? Here’s our breakdown. Continue reading “Mobile Gaming on a Budget – Six Things To Look For”