Latest articles by Duncan Robertson
The official Tolkien calendar is the perfect way for LOTR fans to watch the year go by
News This year's Official Tolkien Calendar presents artwork from the Three Great Tales of Middle-earth. Here's why I buy this calendar every year.
How to build a gaming chair in 6 simple steps
Guide Assembling a gaming chair can seem complicated, but most of them will adhere to these 6 simple setup steps.
How to assign back buttons on a new pro controller, and the settings I recommend based on 20+ reviews
Feature If you've just received a new pro controller, the first thing I'd recommend is mapping its additional buttons. Here's how to set it up to get the most out of it
Best ultrawide monitor 2026: Big and wide gaming displays
Buying Guide Here are the best ultrawide monitor options available right now, including speedy gaming screens and OLED panels that will dominate your desk.
Best standing desk 2026: Switch from seat to feet
Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best standing desks that you can buy in 2024, including premium and budget options for working at home and playing PC games.
The best portable monitors for gaming 2026
Buying Guide We're running down the top contenders for best portable monitor across the price and quality spectrums.
Best gaming desk 2026: all the surfaces I'd use for PC and console setups
Buying Guide Here's a rundown of the best gaming desks on the market right now, including premium and and budget-friendly options for work and play.
Best monitor for Xbox Series X 2026
Buying Guide Here are the best monitors for Xbox Series X right that'll pair nicely with Microsoft's console, whether you're on a budget or looking for something premium.
This controller squeezes a flight sim yoke and throttle into the palm of your hand, and it's a beautiful abomination
News Honeycomb's compact flight sim gamepad is now available to buy. Here's why this controller is so unique.
These ANC earbuds are strong enough to block out high-speed Scottish winds, so they're good enough for me
Review The EarFun Air Pro 4 combine excellent noise cancelling with great sound quality and EQ control for a price tag under $100 / £100.
The Xbox controller I'd want under the Christmas tree this year just dropped back to its Black Friday price
Deals One of 2025's best Xbox controllers just dropped back down to its record-low Black Friday price, and it's the one I'd want under the tree this Christmas.
Vault Boy has seen some things, and it shows on this new Xbox Design Lab controller
News Vault Boy will stare into your soul if you buy this new Xbox Design Lab Fallout-inspired Xbox controller, which is perfectly timed for season 2 of the TV series
Best computer speakers 2026: The clearest sounding picks for your PC
Buying Guide We're pulling together the top picks for the best computer speakers from premium sets, to compact soundbars, to great affordable options.
Forget the ROG Xbox Ally, I've been more excited about another Asus Xbox peripheral, and it's finally available
News I've been waiting years for Asus to bring out a new Xbox controller, and you can finally get it at Best Buy
The best racing wheels for PC in 2026
Buying Guide The best racing wheels for PC in 2025 will have you hugging the corners, gripping the tarmac, and going faster than ever.
I can't wait for Steam Frame, but there's no way it's more affordable than PSVR 2 is right now
Deals PSVR 2 is still $100 off following the biggest sale of the year, and even with Steam Frame arriving soon, I think that's a deal VR shoppers shouldn't miss.
This collector's edition guitar controller for Fortnite Festival has finally launched
News The Collector's Edition bundle of CRKD's Cherry Sunburst Guitar controller is now shipping from Amazon.
How to turn on Nintendo Switch 2 battery preservation mode
Guide Here's how to turn on the Nintendo Switch 2's battery preservation mode. Take note, however, this isn't the same as a typical battery-saving mode.
Best console gaming chair for PS5 and Xbox in 2026
Buying Guide Here's a rundown of the best console gaming chairs for PS5 and Xbox users - you don't always need to sit at a desk, after all.
Best ring lights for streaming 2026: perfect lighting for going live
Buying Guide One of the best ring lights for streaming will instantly transform your streams, videos, and meetings - all with just one purchase
I tried a wireless sim racing wheel, but I'd only recommend it for junior racers this Christmas
News Turtle Beach's wireless sim racing wheel would make a great Christmas present for the junior racer in your life, but I wouldn't recommend it to anyone else
Crucial could have been the brand to help consumers with RAM and storage costs, not make them worse
Opinion Micron is closing down the Crucial brand, but as someone who covers RAM and storage for a living, I don't think it had to be this way.
This new motherboard has DDR4 and DDR5 RAM support, and it took an AI-pricing surge for that to finally become a thing
News ASRock is launching a new motherboard that has support for both DDR4 and DDR5 RAM. While it's not necessarily a gaming motherboard, it could start a trend.
