What makes an FPS game feel original? In the original Half-Life, it's the combination of combat and puzzles and the subtle attention paid to story, both newisms in 1998. Doom Eternal's lightning pace and myriad weapons make it feel like a brutal ballet, while Far Cry 2 stands out for its sheer nastiness. Atomic Heart is uniquely weird. An unprecedented mix of sci-fi and surrealism, with Atomic Heart 2 on the way, the original game has just dropped to its lowest price ever. Continue reading With Atomic Heart 2 on the way, you can get the first game cheaper than everMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Atomic Heart review, Best Atomic Heart weapons, Best FPS games

What are the best controller games on PC? Here at PCGamesN, we love our mouse and keyboard as much as the next PC gamer, but even we have to admit that theyre not always the optimal input. The proliferation of console ports and action soulslikes has us reaching for our controllers with more regularity than ever before.Whether you're weaving through enemy fire in a bullet-hell platform game or enjoying the precise tactility of a racing game, a controller is essential for the best experience in videogames across a variety of genres. From triple-A giants to indie gems, weve rounded up the best controller games on PC that feel great in your hands literally. Dont forget to pick up one of the best PC controllers while youre at it. Continue reading Best controller games on PC 2025MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Elden Ring builds, Elden Ring bosses, Elden Ring weapons

In case you missed it amid all of the other Microsoft news last week, one of 2024's hottest games, Helldivers 2, will be deployed on Xbox this August. This makes it the first ever Sony-published game to be released on Microsoft's flagship console, with reviews riding high after the huge Heart of Democracy update saw Steam numbers skyrocket. But there's a caveat. Continue reading Helldivers 2 dev says there are "no plans" for shooter to come to Game PassMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Helldivers 2 weapons, Helldivers 2 stratagems, Helldivers 2 system requirements

Amazon has just slashed the price of a popular AMD gaming CPU, and it could make upgrading your rig a whole lot cheaper. With a huge 33% discount now on offer, you could purchase an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X for just $434, down from $649, scoring you a 16-core powerhouse with $215 left spare.This AMD processor was the companys flagship until it was recently dethroned by the 9950X3D, a variant with the game-changing 3D V-cache tech that youll see in the best gaming CPUs from AMD right now, including the 9800X3D. While it lacks the extra bite of its X3D variant, the 9950X is still a fantastic option for gamers who need a good all-around powerhouse AMD CPU for their machine. Continue reading This popular AMD Ryzen gaming CPU is on sale right now with a huge $215 discountMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Ryzen 7 9800X3D review, Best gaming CPU, Radeon RX 9070 XT review

If you're on the hunt for a new soulslike to push you to your limits, you need to check out Mandragora. It's got the build variety and challenge that Fromsoftware is known for, but expands on it in some truly surprising ways. In fact, the RPG just got a New Game Plus mode, which means you can repeatedly bash your head into a wall with the toughest challenges yet. At least you've got some new weapons to help you through the pain. Continue reading Dark Souls rival Mandragora just got way tougher with an essential new feature

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With Atomic Heart 2 on the way, you can get the first game cheaper than ever As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases and other affiliate schemes. Learn more. What makes an FPS game feel original? In the original Half-Life, it's the combination of combat and puzzles and the subtle attention paid to...

Best controller games on PC 2025 As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases and other affiliate schemes. Learn more. What are the best controller games on PC? Here at PCGamesN, we love our mouse and keyboard as much as the next PC gamer, but even we have to admit that they're not always the optimal input....