Games
Four out five households in the US own a video game console. With the halcyon days of the arcade far behind us, video games have entered the mainstream and the industry now surpasses Hollywood in terms of revenue. Mobile games have changed the gaming landscape again, with virtual reality (VR) also set to become big business in coming years. What's next?
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PlayStation 5 and PS5 Digital Edition vs. Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S
Microsoft and Sony are both launching their next-generation consoles soon. But which one is best for you? New Atlas compares the specs, features, hardware and games of the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X. -
Everything we know about the PlayStation 5
Sony’s next-generation gaming console, the PlayStation 5, is almost here. New Atlas rounds up everything we know about the PS5’s hardware, games, controllers, features and services. -
PlayStation 5 price and release date finally announced
Sony has finally answered the last lingering questions about the PlayStation 5. After playing coy for months, the company has now revealed the next-generation console’s price, release date, plus a few new games and subscription service features. -
Everything we know about the Xbox Series X and Series S
Microsoft’s next generation of gaming consoles, the Xbox Series X and Series S, are due out very soon. So which one (if any) is right for you? Here's everything we know about the next Xbox’s hardware, games, controllers, features and services. -
Microsoft announces Xbox Series S, a smaller, cheaper next-gen console
Microsoft has finally acknowledged its worst-kept secret. After months of leaks and rumors, the Xbox Series S has been officially confirmed as a smaller, cheaper, all-digital version of the company’s next-generation console. -
Nintendo brings Mario Kart into the real world with AR RC cars
Mario Kart is the latest game to cross over into the real world via augmented reality (AR). Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit lets you drive a little remote-controlled kart around the floor using the Switch console, dodging virtual racers and items. -
PlayStation 5 revealed alongside dozens of game announcements
Sony has finally revealed what the PlayStation 5 actually looks like. There are two versions – one with a disc slot and one without. Plus we got our first major glimpse of the lineup of games at launch and beyond, as well as some other accessories. -
Sega takes another dive into nostalgia with the Game Gear Micro
If you're not aware, Sega has been in business 60 years this week. To celebrate the occasion, the Japanese video game giant is releasing one of its classic consoles in miniature format. Say hello to the Game Gear Micro. -
Free Kerbal update to introduce ESA missions and heavy rocket parts
Kerbal Space Program (KSP) is set to get a free update in partnership with the European Space Agency. It will let gamers play through world-famous exploration missions, with the help of new heavy rocket components. -
Video: Epic Games shows off hyper-realistic new Unreal Engine 5
Video game graphics and physics are about to take another leap forward. The newest Unreal games engine, which will work on next-generation consoles as well as a range of other platforms, looks absolutely stunning in this new demo video. -
Sony reveals shapely new PlayStation 5 controller
The latest drip has dropped from Sony, as the company drip-feeds us details about the PlayStation 5. This time we’ve finally been treated to a look at the controller, and the design marks a surprising departure from the last four generations. -
Sony reveals PlayStation 5 specs
Sony has finally whipped the covers off the PlayStation 5, giving us a pretty good peek under the hood. The PS5 is set to be a massive improvement over the PS4, with a powerful new graphics processor and "instantaneous" load times.
