The New York Times is kicking off 2026 by releasing a new two-player game called Crossplay, a brainteaser designed for friendly competition and social connection. Zoe Bell, the executive producer of ...

When you make a purchase using a link on this page, we may receive a commission. Thank you for supporting The New Yorker. I’ll start with a caveat: the games in this guide are mostly screenless. Video ...

Enjoy ninja clan clashes, super-powered scuffles, wild mech duels, and more with the best action games we've played. My PCMag career began in 2013 as an intern. Now, I'm a senior writer, using the ...

It’s easy to dismiss games as a distraction with all that's going on in the world today. Crossword puzzles, word searches, Sudoku — they might seem like frivolous pursuits compared to the stream of ...

Ahmad is a video game fanatic. He always carries his PSVita with him wherever he goes so he can play Metal Gear Solid on the go, and his socials are filled with gaming news. He also lifts weights ...

The Atlantic debuted a handful of new games and puzzles on Tuesday. The magazine’s “digital parlor of puzzles and play” now includes: The Atlantic celebrated 1 million subscribers (and profitability) ...

Before diving into the chaos of the workday, take a moment to unwind with USA TODAY's new collection of approachable games, good for pairing with a cup of coffee or tea. USA TODAY Play offers a new ...

Blue Prince, this spring’s buzzy and wildly engrossing indie sensation, is a terrific reminder of something video games do tremendously well: Puzzles! The game, about exploring a mansion where the ...

Monica is a writer, artist, musician, and indie game developer, loving all things related to video games. She’s a woman with a bit of adoration for every game genre. From her first experience with ...

Crossplay games are ones you can play online with people on consoles or platforms different than yours. They're increasingly common, but the landscape remains fractured, and the options can be ...

Ritwik is a passionate gamer who has a soft spot for JRPGs. He's been writing about all things gaming for six years and counting. While a lot of horror games rely on these scares alone to terrorize ...