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NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, November 27 (game #535)

By Marc McLaren published

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

Gaming
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Black Friday PS5 deals: I'm tracking all the best PS5 and PS5 Pro deals ahead of Black Friday so you don't have to

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We're rounding up all the early Black Friday PS5 deals and PS5 Pro discounts that are perfect for owners and prospective owners of Sony's new console.

PS5
Two operators run out of a hangar firing weapons

Activision says Black Ops 6 is the 'biggest Call of Duty ever' following a successful launch month

By Demi Williams published

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's launch month was the "biggest ever" for the series, according to Activision.

Consoles & PC
Peter and Miles unmasked, sitting on the edge of a building as the sun sets

Best PS5 exclusives 2024 - the top games made for the PlayStation 5

By Rob Dwiar last updated

This is our list of the best PS5 exclusives you can play right now, tailormade for you.

PS5
The Last of Us Part 1 - Joel Miller

Naughty Dog's next game will see the return of The Last of Us star Troy Baker

By Demi Williams published

The Last of Us star Troy Baker has confirmed he will be involved in Naughty Dog's next game.

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Latest Reviews

Manba One on table

Manba One review: a tweakable controller with a few design issues

By Lewis Maddison published

The Manba One promises a lot for a reasonable price – but will every gamer enjoy using it?

Gaming
Thrustmaster Heart

Thrustmaster Heart controller review: a competent Hall effect gamepad that fails to stand out in a competitive space

By Rhys Wood published

The Thrustmaster Heart prizes itself on peak responsiveness, but it ends up falling short among its peers.

Gaming
Landscape screenshot from Stalker 2 Heart of Chornobyl

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl review: a bone-chilling, realistic-feeling survival horror experience

By Echo Aspey published

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is one of the most haunting and atmospheric survival games of this generation.

Consoles & PC
Razer Kraken V4 on desk

Razer Kraken V4 review: a feature-filled gaming headset with a bass problem

By Lewis Maddison published

The Razer Kraken V4 is a further improvement on the previous incarnation, but do the upgrades make for a better gaming headset?

Gaming
The rippling water of a swimming pool with flumes and tropical plants in the background.

Planet Coaster 2 review: take the plunge

By Josh Russell published

Not only does Planet Coaster 2 add water parks but there are plenty of quality of life improvements that make building your dream park a delight.

Gaming
Metro Awakening screenshot

Metro Awakening review: a survival horror adventure that'll land with the right audience, but that's not me

By Hamish Hector published

Metro Awakening might feature some truly terrifying moments, but it's too slow for me.

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PC Gaming

The Volcanic Red DualSense on a teal background with white price cut text

I'd be all over these Black Friday DualSense deals at PlayStation Direct if I hadn't just bought the 30th Anniversary Edition

By Rhys Wood published

You can save up to $20 on pretty much every single DualSense color thanks to PlayStation's official Black Friday PS5 deals.

Gaming
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset on a red background with white lowest ever price text

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is my favorite gaming headset ever and it's now down to a record-low price for Black Friday

By Rob Dwiar published

My beloved SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is down to a new record low price for Black Friday.

Gaming
Big savings on the Sony Inzone M10S monitor.

This five-star Sony monitor is discounted for the first time over Black Friday and is perfect for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PC

By Dashiell Wood published

Two Sony Inzone monitors have received major discounts, including our top rated pick.

Gaming
Two operators run out of a hangar firing weapons

Black Ops 6 Season 1 release date and what to expect

By Jake Green published

Here's what we know about the Black Ops 6 Season One Reloaded release date, including a look at a rumored launch date.

Gaming
The PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds on a lilac background with white lowest price text

The PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds are finally at a price I can fully recommend them at with this Black Friday PS5 deal

By Rob Dwiar published

The PlayStation Pulse Explore gaming earbuds have taken a massive price cut for Black Friday.

Gaming
Thrustmaster eSwap X2 deal

One of my favorite Xbox controllers and its glorious Elden Ring special edition are cheaper than they've ever been this Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published

The Thrustmaster eSwap X2 and its stunning Elden Ring special edition just got their first ever Black Friday Xbox controller deal.

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Nintendo

A screenshot from Indiana Jones and the Great Circle showing Indiana Jones' dragging a Nazi by the feet with his whip

Upcoming games 2024 for console and PC

By Jake Green last updated

Updated Here's the best upcoming video games to look forward to in 2024 and beyond!

Updated
Manba One on table

Manba One review: a tweakable controller with a few design issues

By Lewis Maddison published

The Manba One promises a lot for a reasonable price – but will every gamer enjoy using it?

Gaming
Golden Joystick Awards 2024

How to watch the 42nd annual Golden Joystick Awards 2024

By Demi Williams published

Here's how to watch the Golden Joystick Awards 2024.

Gaming Industry
The upcoming LEGO Horizon Adventures set.

Newly revealed Lego Horizon Adventures set gives you a miniature Aloy and Varl

By Dashiell Wood published

Lego has revealed an upcoming set based on Lego Horizon Adventures.

Gaming Accessories
The CRKD Neo S Frost Edition next to an iPad and iPhone.

The new CRKD Neo S Frost Edition looks great, but it's an Apple Store exclusive

By Dashiell Wood published

The latest Neo S colorway is a clean white and exclusive to the Apple Store.

Gaming
The Game Awards 2024 nominations

Geoff Keighley confirms The Game Awards will announce nominees live early next week

By Rhys Wood published

Mark your calendars: The Game Awards nominees are set to be announced early next week.

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Playstation

A PS5 Pro box on a green and blue background with white Black Friday PS5 Pro deals text

Black Friday PS5 deals: I'm tracking all the best PS5 and PS5 Pro deals ahead of Black Friday so you don't have to

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We're rounding up all the early Black Friday PS5 deals and PS5 Pro discounts that are perfect for owners and prospective owners of Sony's new console.

PS5
The Volcanic Red DualSense on a teal background with white price cut text

I'd be all over these Black Friday DualSense deals at PlayStation Direct if I hadn't just bought the 30th Anniversary Edition

By Rhys Wood published

You can save up to $20 on pretty much every single DualSense color thanks to PlayStation's official Black Friday PS5 deals.

Gaming
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset on a red background with white lowest ever price text

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is my favorite gaming headset ever and it's now down to a record-low price for Black Friday

By Rob Dwiar published

My beloved SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is down to a new record low price for Black Friday.

Gaming
Big savings on the Sony Inzone M10S monitor.

This five-star Sony monitor is discounted for the first time over Black Friday and is perfect for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PC

By Dashiell Wood published

Two Sony Inzone monitors have received major discounts, including our top rated pick.

Gaming
The Last of Us Part 1 - Joel Miller

Naughty Dog's next game will see the return of The Last of Us star Troy Baker

By Demi Williams published

The Last of Us star Troy Baker has confirmed he will be involved in Naughty Dog's next game.

Consoles & PC
Two operators run out of a hangar firing weapons

Black Ops 6 Season 1 release date and what to expect

By Jake Green published

Here's what we know about the Black Ops 6 Season One Reloaded release date, including a look at a rumored launch date.

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Xbox

Black Friday Xbox controller deals

Black Friday Xbox controller deals 2024: the best gamepad deals we've found as the deals week commences

By Rhys Wood last updated

Black Friday Everything you need to know if you're on the lookout for Black Friday Xbox controller deals.

Black Friday
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset on a red background with white lowest ever price text

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is my favorite gaming headset ever and it's now down to a record-low price for Black Friday

By Rob Dwiar published

My beloved SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is down to a new record low price for Black Friday.

Gaming
Big savings on the Sony Inzone M10S monitor.

This five-star Sony monitor is discounted for the first time over Black Friday and is perfect for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PC

By Dashiell Wood published

Two Sony Inzone monitors have received major discounts, including our top rated pick.

Gaming
Two operators run out of a hangar firing weapons

Black Ops 6 Season 1 release date and what to expect

By Jake Green published

Here's what we know about the Black Ops 6 Season One Reloaded release date, including a look at a rumored launch date.

Gaming
Black Friday Xbox deals

Black Friday Xbox deals: all the best discounts I'd personally buy and recommend

By Rhys Wood last updated

All the best Black Friday Xbox deals you should shop for today

Gaming
Xbox Series S deal

This Black Friday Xbox Series S deal is so good I wish I could buy it for a second time

By Dashiell Wood published

Budget gamers rejoice, the Xbox Series S has received a hefty discount for Black Friday.

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