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The Rise of Japanese Fighting Games: 2026 Renaissance
Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, and a wave of new fighters have sparked a golden era for the genre.
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Gaming guides, explainers, and practical analysis from NeonControl.
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How Elden Ring Changed Open-World Design Forever
Four years after release, FromSoftware's masterpiece continues to influence how developers build open worlds.
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Nintendo Switch 2 vs Steam Deck: Which Portable Is Right for You?
Both devices excel in different areas. Here is a practical breakdown of which portable gaming PC or console fits your needs.
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The Indie Games You Missed in Spring 2026
From a beautiful underwater metroidvania to a surreal cooking sim, here are the indie gems worth your time.
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The History of Valve's Source Engine: From Half-Life 2 to Source 3
Tracing the evolution of Valve's engine technology from the original Source to the upcoming Source 3 powering Half-Life 3.
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How PlayStation's PC Strategy Changed the Industry
Sony's port strategy has reshaped expectations around platform exclusivity. A look at the numbers and the ripple effects.
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Building the Perfect Gaming PC in Summer 2026
With the RTX 50-series and new AMD CPUs, now is a great time to build. Here is our recommended build for every budget.
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Nintendo Switch 2: One Month In
We've been living with the Switch 2 since launch day. Here's what holds up, what doesn't, and what Nintendo needs to fix.