I started with CNET reviewing laptops in 2009. Now I explore wearable tech, VR/AR, tablets, gaming and future/emerging trends in our changing world. Other obsessions include magic, immersive theater, ...

Some open-world games suffer from bloated filler content, but others, like Dredge and A Short Hike, offer a small scale that enhances exploration. Dredge, A Short Hike, and Disco Elysium excel in ...

Indie open-world games offer focused experiences with rewarding replay value. A Short Hike and White Lavender provide refreshing gameplay loops. Battle Brothers and Terraria offer rich gameplay in ...

An individual holds Gooroo Games' "Jack Be Thimble" card game. "Jack Be Thimble" is a word-guessing party game that involves splashing a thimble of water on players if they guess a certain secret word ...

Many modern games are too big, leading to exorbitant costs and painfully long development times. A greater emphasis on mid-tier games with shorter release cycles leads to more releases and a healthier ...

In many ways, it all started with Jerry Lawson. The trailblazing engineer helped lead the team that developed the first home video gaming system with interchangeable cartridges, which opened up a ...