SlashGear Gaming

12 Games Like Google Snake You Can Play For Free Right Now

staff@slashgear.com (Azzief Khaliq) — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:30:00 +0000

Some of the most memorable Google Doodles have been games that reimagined classics titles through a Google lens and are available to play right in your browser.

What Is GPU Scaling And Why Do You Need It If You're A Retro Gaming Fan?

staff@slashgear.com (Brad Hill) — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 16:15:00 +0000

If you want to play older games without sacrificing the iconic visuals, it's worth learning about GPU scaling so you don't have to invest in a CRT setup.

5 Popular Alternatives To Amazon Luna

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 15:15:00 +0000

Amazon Luna lets you stream games directly from Amazon's servers, meaning you can do so on a lower-spec device, but it's far from the only game in town.

Nintendo Is Discontinuing Gold Points - Here's What's Happening To Your Existing Ones

staff@slashgear.com (Lynnae Williams) — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:15:00 +0000

Nintendo just announced that it is shuttering its Gold Points program, but it doesn't mean that they are just gone instantly. Here's what to expect.

10 Of The Most GPU-Intensive Games On The Market Today

staff@slashgear.com (Marc Magrini) — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:30:51 +0000

What video games on the market are the most GPU-intensive? Which are the most likely to run into performance issues or fry your graphics card?

Why Was The Meta Quest Pro Discontinued?

staff@slashgear.com (Dave McQuilling) — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:15:25 +0000

Although the Meta Quest Pro seemed like it would be another contender in the high-end VR category, its discontinuation in 2025 indicates otherwise.

Wired Vs Wireless Mice: Which Is Better For Gaming?

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 12:00:52 +0000

If you find yourself getting bogged down in the minutiae of wired versus wireless mice, this article is the resource for you.

15 Highly Valuable (And Rare) Retro Video Games Every Collector Should Know About

staff@slashgear.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 17:30:35 +0000

Video game prices are mostly standardized these days, but if you're hunting for a retro classic the cost can skyrocket, especially if it's in good condition.

What Is Phantom Sense? The Unique VR Sensory Experience Explained

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 23:15:20 +0000

If you've never heard of phantom sense before, you might think it's a work of fiction, but you'd be wrong. It's actually a very real phenomenon.

6 Retro Gaming Raspberry Pi Projects Every Gamer Should Know About

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 17:00:56 +0000

Looking to expand your catalog of retro gaming projects? These six Raspberry Pi devices are the perfect projects for fans of Tetris, Snake, and more.

6 Of The Most Iconic Cars In Video Game History

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 06:45:16 +0000

A great car can be just a memorable as your favorite video game characters. Here are the most iconic cars from some of the most iconic video game franchises.

NVIDIA GeForce Now: 6 Device Settings & Network Tips For Best Possible Gameplay

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:15:49 +0000

If you're using GeForce Now to play games because your hardware isn't top-notch, there are a few things you can tinker with to improve performance.

Amazon Luna Vs Nvidia GeForce Now Vs Xbox Cloud Gaming: Which Service Is Best?

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:45:50 +0000

Cloud gaming is a convenient way to play your favorite titles on the go, but what service is best? We tested the top three to save you some time.

10 Things Video Games (Almost) Always Get Wrong About Cars

staff@slashgear.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 16:30:45 +0000

Driving cars is a big part of many kinds of video game, but whether you're boosting off ramps or smashing through traffic, realism often takes a backseat.

How To Open NVIDIA's Game Overlay On Your PC (And What You Can Do With It)

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 19:15:06 +0000

NVIDIA has a useful overlay that can enhance your gaming experience's visuals and provides a bunch of useful tools you probably didn't know existed.

5 Pros & 5 Cons Of Upgrading To Nvidia's New RTX 50 Series Graphics Cards

staff@slashgear.com (Marc Magrini) — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 21:30:19 +0000

The pros and cons of upgrading to Nvidia's RTX 50 series. Learn about performance, features, pricing, and whether these GPUs are worth the investment.

Network & Device Settings That May Help Amazon Luna Run Faster While You Game

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sat, 18 Jan 2025 15:00:42 +0000

Before you decide to make the switch to a cloud gaming service like Amazon Luna, there are a few things to consider.

Every Major Gaming Laptop Brand Ranked Worst To Best

staff@slashgear.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Sat, 18 Jan 2025 14:30:44 +0000

As PC gaming is becoming increasingly viable, many are wanting to take their high-fidelity games on the go. Be mindful of these top gaming laptop brands.

Do Chromebooks Support Streaming Games From The Cloud? What You Need To Know

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:15:13 +0000

Chromebooks are designed to interact with cloud-based software, but how do they fare when paired with streaming services like Nvidia GeForce Now?

5 Nintendo Switch 2 Changes I'm Most Excited About

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Trock) — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:40:38 +0000

Nintendo has finally shared some details about the Switch 2, and there's already a lot of updates and changes for players to get excited about.