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Wordle alternatives: 15 best games, puzzles and apps

Wordle alternatives: 15 best games, puzzles and apps
There’s now a Wordle spin-off to suit almost everyone
12 May 2022
Wordle: once-a-day word game acquired by The New York Times

Wordle: once-a-day word game acquired by The New York Times
Paper buys viral guessing game for a price in the ‘low seven figures’
1 Feb 2022
Eight of the best family board games

Eight of the best family board games
Looking for ways to stay amused during the ‘Crimbo Limbo’ period?
27 Dec 2021
‘Time is right’ for Netflix to get into gaming 

‘Time is right’ for Netflix to get into gaming
Streaming service looks beyond TV and film after membership growth slows
21 Jul 2021
The best roller skates for adults and kids alike

The best roller skates for adults and kids alike
With prices ranging from £30 to £250
10 May 2021
The best kid-friendly garden games to play this spring

The best kid-friendly garden games to play this spring
From a jumbo version of Connect 4 to the brilliantly-named Throw Throw Burrito
5 May 2021
Ikea and Aldi plug into gaming and esports market in lockdown boom

Ikea and Aldi plug into gaming and esports market in lockdown boom
Lidl also looking to get a cut of the action amid record spending by world’s 2.5 billion gamers
4 Mar 2021

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Lexus Gamers’ IS: is this the ultimate gaming space?

Lexus Gamers’ IS: is this the ultimate gaming space?
Luxury carmaker’s concept vehicle was designed by Twitch users
22 Feb 2021
Nine great board games all the family can play 

Nine great board games all the family can play
Keep the kids entertained with doughnut nabs and exploding kittens
16 Dec 2020
EA races towards takeover of gaming rival Codemasters

EA races towards takeover of gaming rival Codemasters
US giant ‘gatecrashes’ Take-Two’s deal with higher offer of $1.2bn
15 Dec 2020
A monopoly on family fun: the resurgence of board games

A monopoly on family fun: the resurgence of board games
Coronavirus lockdowns herald new era of old-style gaming
23 Nov 2020
Christian Louboutin teams up with Zepeto

Christian Louboutin teams up with Zepeto
The French designer will debut new collections on the Loubi World platform
8 Oct 2020
PS5: UK price, release date and launch games confirmed

PS5: UK price, release date and launch games confirmed
Next-generation console will be available in two models
17 Sep 2020
Aston Martin unveils £57,500 luxury racing simulator

Aston Martin unveils £57,500 luxury racing simulator
Could this be the ultimate addition to your home games room?
15 Sep 2020
Wahoo, let’s-a go! Celebrate 35 years of Super Mario Bros

Wahoo, let’s-a go! Celebrate 35 years of Super Mario Bros
Nintendo marks the anniversary with new games and products
7 Sep 2020
Microsoft Flight Simulator reviews: wings of ‘pure wonder’

Microsoft Flight Simulator reviews: wings of ‘pure wonder’
Gaming critics are wowed by the 11th instalment of the popular sim series
18 Aug 2020
Playstation 5 launches to mixed online reviews

Playstation 5 launches to mixed online reviews
Sony says new console is ‘most striking yet’
12 Jun 2020
20 best new video games to play in 2020

20 best new video games to play in 2020
It’s a huge year in gaming with new titles and consoles hitting the market
17 Apr 2020
Black Friday console deals: PS4, Xbox and Nintendo Switch

Black Friday console deals: PS4, Xbox and Nintendo Switch
Console bundles include new releases such as Death Stranding and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
29 Nov 2019
Google Stadia: reviews, games, pricing and release

Google Stadia: reviews, games, pricing and release
Countdown to the search giant’s gaming service is almost up. Here’s what we know so far
19 Nov 2019
Is Half-Life Alyx the series’ third main title?

Is Half-Life Alyx the series’ third main title?
Leaked interview transcript hints that new instalment in the adventure series is just around corner
18 Nov 2019
Star Wars: Fallen Order - reviews, features and more

Star Wars: Fallen Order - reviews, features and more
Critics get their hands on the new single-player game - here’s what they have to say
15 Nov 2019
Xbox X019: Project xCloud updates, new games and more
Xbox X019: Project xCloud updates, new games and more
The big announcements so far from Microsoft’s annual gaming expo
15 Nov 2019
Death Stranding reviews: is it 2019’s most divisive game?

Death Stranding reviews: is it 2019’s most divisive game?
Kojima’s latest adventure wows some while others are left scratching their heads
12 Nov 2019
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare - why is it so controversial?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare - why is it so controversial?
Rebooted shooter launches amid criticism over its portrayal of Russians
29 Oct 2019
The Last of Us Part II: what we know so far

The Last of Us Part II: what we know so far
Sequel finally set to arrive after seven-year wait - here are all the details
23 Oct 2019
Xbox Scarlett: PS5 release date clash, new features and more

Xbox Scarlett: PS5 release date clash, new features and more
All the confirmed - and unconfirmed - reports about Microsoft’s next games console
9 Oct 2019
Grid 2019 game review: can it match the highs of F1 2019?
Grid 2019 game review: can it match the highs of F1 2019?
Codemasters’ revamped racer lands this week. Here’s what you need to know
8 Oct 2019
Mario Kart Tour: what is the game and how much does it cost?

Mario Kart Tour: what is the game and how much does it cost?
Nintendo’s mobile racer launches today
25 Sep 2019
WRC 8 review: racing’s most underrated gaming franchise? 

WRC 8 review: racing’s most underrated gaming franchise?
Kylotonn’s latest rally game boasts a revamped handling model and F1-inspired career mode
3 Sep 2019
Nintendo Switch vs. Switch Lite: is the new model worth it?

Nintendo Switch vs. Switch Lite: is the new model worth it?
Portable-only model lowers the price of Switch ownership but does away with some key features
6 Aug 2019
How to win $3m playing Fortnite

How to win $3m playing Fortnite
US teenager banks record-breaking prize fund at yesterday’s Fortnite World Cup
29 Jul 2019
GTA 6 rumours: setting, next-gen console launch and more

GTA 6 rumours: setting, next-gen console launch and more
Rockstar’s next open-world adventure is tipped to feature new cities - and could land as early as next year
2 Jul 2019
Super Mario Maker 2: how does the successor fair on Switch?

Super Mario Maker 2: how does the successor fair on Switch?
Build-your-own Mario game is already a sales hit - but can it win over the critics?
1 Jul 2019