Despite the continued presence of Nintendo, for most serious gamers, the video game console wars of recent years have been fought between Sony and Microsoft. Boasting more robust game titles and advanced graphics, the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 have divided much of the gaming community over the years, and with both systems’ successors on [...]
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Play Atari’s Breakout on Google!
Remember the classic Atari game Breakout? Google is commemorating the game’s 37th anniversary with a fun, little surprise today. Run a Google image search for “Atari Breakout” and instead of turning up a page of game screenshots, you’ll be treated to a playable version of game! Warning: it’s very addictive. Enjoy!
The ultimate PC gaming accessories
So, you’ve tricked out your PC with a dedicated GPU, installed more RAM and now you’re ready to get your game on. Before you take your team to the championship in the latest sporting title or conquer the undead hordes in a thrilling first-person shooter, you should seriously consider investing in some gaming accessories. Input [...]
Six gadgets with a retro look
There’s something cool about retro/vintage/classic gadgets, but they’re not exactly practical to use. Below are six products that combine the best of both worlds – retro style that’s compatible with modern technology. 1. NES USB Controller This plug-n-play USB controller looks just like the classic NES controller! It features an eight-way directional pad and four digital [...]
The new Sony PlayStation 4
In 2006, Sony revolutionized home entertainment with the release of the PlayStation 3. Heralded as the most cutting-edge gaming console on the market, the PlayStation 3 took next-generation gaming to a whole new level. Recently, Sony attempted to shake the gaming market up again by officially announcing the highly anticipated PlayStation 4. Let’s take a look at a few of the key [...]
Newegg is heading to PAX East 2013!
PAX East 2013, a celebration of gamer culture, is right around the corner on March 22-24 in Boston. We had a blast at the show last year so this year we’ll be back at booth #818 showcasing the latest products from our partners Antec, Kaspersky and Seagate. The Newegg TV crew will also be at show [...]
Post-apocalyptic video games
December 21 came and went without a single sign of the apocalypse. The world kept on turning. Skeptics were proven correct and doomsday theorists were, yet again, proven wrong. The end times haven’t come – at least, not yet. However, gamers were well-prepared for the apocalypse. Countless titles are set in devastated landscapes. The trend [...]
2012′s family-friendly games
Sometimes young children are difficult to shop for because their tastes quickly change. Even parents can be flummoxed as to what presents they should buy. Video games are popular options because they can keep everyone entertained for hours. Some titles aren’t geared toward children, however, so it’s important to pay attention to the ratings and [...]
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Taking stock of Intel’s new 3rd generation Core processor
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Will desktops eventually become obsolete?
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Newegg kicks off its 2012 College Tour!
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Behind the scenes at Newegg on Cyber Monday
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