George Yang

CNN • September 27th, 2024

PS5 Pro preorders: Here’s how to score Sony’s fancy new $700 console

Sony recently unveiled the PS5 Pro, which boasts higher capabilities over the regular PS5 for even smoother, more immersive 4K gaming. Its key specs include an upgraded GPU, which gives the Pro 67% more compute units and 28% faster memory than the base console. Additionally, it has up to 45% faster gameplay rendering. It also features advanced ray tracing as well as AI-driven upscaling to create even higher visual fidelity for the best PS5 games.

CNN • March 10th, 2024

Mario Day is here — we picked out the best Nintendo Switch deals available now

Nintendo is celebrating Mario Day (March 10) once again, this time focusing on its Nintendo Switch Online service and providing discounts on digital Switch games that feature the iconic mustached mascot. Select retailers are also offering discounts on select games and bundling gift cards with Switch consoles.

CNN • May 18th, 2023

Final Fantasy 16 preorder guide: Here’s what you get in each edition

The latest mainline entry in the long-running Final Fantasy franchise, Final Fantasy 16 releases on June 22, 2023, for PlayStation 5. The game’s setting harkens back to more European medieval influences and the combat is filled with fast-paced real-time action.

For those looking to preorder the game, there are several editions to pick from, as well as multiple retailers that offer different exclusive incentives to buy from them.

CNN • March 7th, 2023

Save big on top Nintendo Switch games and hardware with these Mario Day deals

Mario is one of Nintendo’s core franchises, and the plumber’s history will always be ingrained in gaming and pop culture. Select retailers are celebrating Mario Day (March 10) this year by promoting some weeklong great deals on select Mario games and accessories. There’s even a new Nintendo Switch bundle launching for the big day, which is a great jumping-on point for those grabbing Nintendo’s red-hot console for the first time.

CNN • December 5th, 2022

Best Buy has a PS5 restock today — here’s how to get yours

Best Buy is restocking both PlayStation 5 consoles as well as a PlayStation 5 God of War Ragnarok bundle today, December 5, at 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT. In order to access the restock, you must be a Best Buy Totaltech member. Here’s how you can sign up and nab that elusive PS5.

CNN • November 15th, 2022

The PlayStation VR 2 is up for pre-order now, but is it worth the $550?

PlayStation has been one of the leaders in the gaming space in terms of VR. The PlayStation VR headset was relatively affordable compared to more expensive high-tech ones like the Valve Index. It was also a fun product due to PlayStation’s lineup of strong exclusive titles like Astro Bot Rescue Mission and Firewall: Zero Hour.

CNN • August 24th, 2022

The Xbox Series S now includes a free digital game at Best Buy

Right now, Best Buy is running a promotion in the U.S. where you can receive a free digital game with your purchase of an Xbox Series S. So if you’re looking to pick one up, now is a great time to do it.