Some days, the classic turn-based game formulas just aren't cutting it. Time to consider strategic options is nice, but ample thinking time can miss out on the exciting tension of making split-second decisions.

Ive said it before and Ill say it again, there really is nothing better in space games than the freedom to choose a ship and set off to explore the stars. No Mans Sky, Eve Online, and even the controversial Star Citizen are often the first examples to come to mind, but sometimes the best sci-fi adventures can be found in unexpected places, like Star Valor. And now, the underrated Steam game has grown, with a new base building DLC that allows you to expand your empire even further. Continue reading Steam's most underrated space RPG, Star Valor, just got a new tower defense modeMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best space games, Best RPG games, Best open-world games

A few days ago, MOBA battle royale Supervive pulled out its glider and swooped into 1.0. Many, myself included, bounced off the open beta as the gameplay loop gradually became stale. To keep things fresh, developer Theorycraft Games has made sweeping changes between the end of its open beta and final release, especially to how progression works. This bold switch up spawned the Armory, which has unsurprisingly yielded mixed reviews from players. Continue reading LoL rival Supervive is a must-play, but its progression system needs a rethinkMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MOBAs, Best battle royale games, Best multiplayer games

Borderlands 4 is no stranger to controversy. After Gearbox Software CEO Randy Pitchford dug a deep, dark hole telling players that they'd cough up the eye-watering $80 price tag if they were "real fans," the developer ended up settling with a more palatable $70. And you thought Claptrap was annoying. Months later, Gearbox has now made another decision that is bound to divide opinion: one pre-order bonus is exclusive to the Epic Games Store. Many PC players prefer to buy their games on Steam, and depriving that loyal fanbase of rewards will undoubtedly stir up discontent. Continue reading One standout Borderlands 4 pre-order bonus is exclusive to the Epic Games StoreMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fortnite map, Fortnite skins, Fortnite weapons

The Razer BlackShark has established itself as one of the most popular gaming headsets around, and for good reason. Since the BlackShark V2 Pro, its practical design and solid performance have proved ideal for serious gamers. Now the series is back for its latest update, with the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro bringing a surprisingly long list of improvements to the V2 Pro (2023), most notably the addition of active noise canceling (ANC). With these enhancements comes a significant increase in price, though, making a recommendation far from a nailed-on certainty.I've tested the BlackShark V3 Pro to see how much difference all these changes make and to see whether Razer's latest is good enough to retain the BlackShark's top spot on our best gaming headset guide. For those that definitely can't or won't stretch to the new high price of this headset, you can always check out the new BlackShark V3 and BlackShark V3 X Hyperspeed that keep much of the same core design but drop a few features for dramatically lower prices.[site_jumplinks] Continue reading Razer BlackShark V3 Pro review - wireless gaming headset excellenceMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Razer Blade 16 2025 review, Razer DeathAdder V3 review , Best gaming mouse

The lure of mythology has long been popular amongst game devs, and ARPG Achilles Survivor is the latest to take on the rich world of Greek folklore. Blending Path of Exile's action and the fast-paced bullet heaven style of the popular Vampire Survivors, with a dash of strategic structure building for good measure, this ARPG is grounded in the world of Ancient Greece; wield the mighty blades of legendary heroes against Hades, and beat back his leagues of minions to emerge triumphant. And if that isnt enough to intrigue you, it's finally reached a big milestone: 1.0. Continue reading Blending Path of Exile with Vampire Survivors, mythological ARPG hits 1.0MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best roguelike games, Best fantasy games, Best indie games

Steam's most underrated space RPG, Star Valor, just got a new tower defense mode As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases and other affiliate schemes. Learn more. I've said it before and I'll say it again, there really is nothing better in space games than the freedom to choose a ship and set off to...

LoL rival Supervive is a must-play, but its progression system needs a rethink As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases and other affiliate schemes. Learn more. A few days ago, MOBA battle royale Supervive pulled out its glider and swooped into 1.0. Many, myself included, bounced off the open beta as the...

One standout Borderlands 4 pre-order bonus is exclusive to the Epic Games Store As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases and other affiliate schemes. Learn more. Borderlands 4 is no stranger to controversy. After Gearbox Software CEO Randy Pitchford dug a deep, dark hole telling players that they'd cough...

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro review - wireless gaming headset excellence As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases and other affiliate schemes. Learn more. Verdict...