London Games Fest 2026: Does the UK finally have a worthy EGX replacement?

After spending a few days in the capital and experiencing New Game Plus and the BAFTA Games Awards, we're rather impressed by how London Games Fest has evolved and blossomed.

Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior - Does it hold up?

To start our new nostalgic series, we're diving back into an old-school shooter that feels incredibly of its time.

Do Super Metroid and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time really need a remake?

With the community having already digested the alleged Switch 2 leak, we weigh up the pros and cons of updating two of the greatest video games of all time.

Bringing Bubsy back: Talking length, AI, speedrunning, and retro roots with Bubsy 4D developer Fabraz

We caught up with the talented developer to learn more about the upcoming platformer and why now is the perfect time for Bubsy to make a comeback.

5 great movies that could be adapted to equally great games

You can cover a lot in a movie, but not quite everything, and so we've compiled five great worlds or stories we'd love to see more of in a video game format.

We talk AI, length, and influences with the developers behind Ontos

Swedish Frictional Games creates dazzling but horrifying worlds, and Ontos looks to continue this tradition.

The 5 greatest Resident Evil villains of all-time

From kooky Spanish noblemen to crazed Louisiana families and everything in between...

A brief history of Defender of the Crown - the first truly major blockbuster for the Amiga

Defender of the Crown is one of the most iconic and beloved games on the Amiga. Its development was chaotic and in fact the game almost never saw the light of day.

The History of Banshee - the Danish take on the classic 1942

Banshee was developed by two Danish Amiga enthusiasts back in the early 1990s, and we've spoken to one of the game's creators. Read a brief history of the Danish Banshee here:

5 great TV shows that could be adapted to equally great games

Anyone ever thought about if they made the Fallout TV show into a game?

[8+1 Top] The Star Fox games, from worst to best

Some Nintendo consoles never got a single entry from the fluffy space opera, whilst others got two. Now that the Switch 2 looks set to land its share, you can enjoy the best titles in the series, and here's how to prioritise them.

The gaming world's most legendary witches

The digital gaming world is, of course, teeming with witches, and we've now listed our ten favourites...

We take a closer look at the Pokémon TCG set Perfect Order

How does the set change the competitive meta? Which cards should collectors be looking out for? Let's take a closer look!

A brief history of Sword of Sodan - the first truly major Danish game release

Sword of Sodan was released in 1988 and was the first major game release from Denmark, and last autumn, a sequel was quietly announced.

Lego Star Wars 75452 BB-8 Astromech Droid

Conny has once again built something using those fantastic Danish plastic bricks, and this time it's something from a galaxy far, far away...

Our definitive ranking of DC's Absolute Universe after 18 months

Absolute has been a huge success for DC but which of the various stories stand out as the best of the bunch.

The wave of upcoming Mass Effect-like games show what gamers have been missing for far too long

Baldur's Gate III brought it back, but the over-the-shoulder look returning is going to be a big boon to bringing back the feel of BioWare's classics.

A Leap of Fail, Expanding Arkham, and Supernatural San Andreas: Here are some of Gamereactor's favourite Easter Eggs

Last Easter, we decided to celebrate the egg-cellent holiday by spotlighting a few iconic Easter eggs in gaming. Now, we're back for more.

The best gaming protagonists of the 2020s (so far)

We're over halfway through the decade, and there have been enough unique characters from fantastic games that we just had to make a list about them.

We predict what The Super Mario Bros. Movie 3 will be about (and what will the title be)

Join us in a brainstorming session about what the next The Super Mario Bros. Movie will be about...

The case for good ports over more remakes

Do we really need 4K textures, buttery smooth frame rates, and refreshed gameplay systems versus an old game that works?

Talking length, AI, Story-Link, and factions with Tides of Tomorrow developer Digixart

We spoke with game director Adrien Poncet to learn more about the upcoming narrative adventure set in a plasticpunk world from the developer of Road 96.

Best cameos and biggest MIAs in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Some characters and enemies get their brief moment in the spotlight, whilst others have been kept in reserve for the inevitable sequels and spin-offs.

Screen Time - April 2026

We take a look at the biggest films and series making their arrival in cinemas and on streaming platforms.

Games To Look For - April 2026

We take a look at the biggest games set to make their arrival on PC and consoles throughout April 2026.

Recent trends gaming should leave behind

The industry has developed quite significantly in the last 5-10 years, and while some advancements have been great, others shouldn't return.

HBO Max has launched in the UK: What to know and expect from the service

There's a lot of crossover between Sky/Now and HBO Max but there are a few options that are only now available in the UK.

We discuss length, difficulty, AI, and more with Super Meat Boy 3D developer Sluggerfly

We spoke with CEO and co-founder Dominik Plaßmann to learn more about the promising and challenging platformer ahead of its imminent launch.

Opinion: The Crimson Crossroads - One of the most confusing and bizarre AAA releases in video games history

We look back at the frantic week from the publication of the reviews to the present day for Pearl Abyss's polarising title.

King's Choice picks - worth a quick look!

Ever open a game and think... what now? King's Choice picks are worth a look.

Saturday Night Live UK: A lot to improve but it's a welcome addition to late-night television all the same

After watching the first show, we have some thoughts about the British take on the famous American sketch comedy series.

Lego The Legend of Zelda 77093 Ocarina of Time - The Final Battle

Conny has built a thrilling final battle from his absolute favourite game series...

Taking stock of 2026: Looking back at the best-rated games so far

Which games have performed best so far?

Talking gaming's greatest octopuses with the art director and gameplay director for Darwin's Paradox!

We got the chance to chat with Mikael "Mika" Tanguy and Gilles of ZDT Studio about the charming platformer heading our way in April.

Top 10 most stunning Sega Mega Drive covers

We've delved deep into the vast array of stunningly beautiful Mega Drive covers and picked out ten that we consider to be the absolute best.

Poppy Playtime Interview: Touching on fan theories, the live-action movie, AI, and what's next with MOB Entertainment

We spoke with senior director of creative development, George Krstic, to get an inside look at the immensely popular and unsettling horror game.

Mouse: P.I. For Hire - Discussing cases, rubber hose, AI, and adaptations with Fumi Games' CEO

We had the chance to direct a few questions at CEO and founder Mateusz Michalak to learn more about the highly anticipated indie shooter.

The gaming world deserves better than Nvidia's generic AI makeover

With DLSS 5, Nvidia aims to replace pre-rendered graphics created by passionate game developers with a generic AI filter, and we think it's just disrespectful and dull.

Artificial intelligence: A lifesaver?

Joel rambles on at length about AI and whether we should be concerned about how the field is developing and becoming an ever-greater part of our daily lives. Whilst it is frightening, he wonders whether we actually need to be particularly worried...

Convenience kills the joy of gaming

Enjoying retro classics properly is basically impossible if you use save states, which means you'll never get to experience the games at their best.

Talking AI and Lovecraft with Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss game director Tommaso Nuti

Big Bad Wolf's upcoming adventure game looks as intriguing and mysterious as a cosmic horror creature, and so we jumped at the chance to chat more about the game with its director.

LEGO Pokémon 72152 Pikachu and Poké Ball

Marie has put on her overalls in preparation for the upcoming Lego build. And what could be more fitting now that Pokémon is celebrating its 30th anniversary than Pikachu himself?

Lego Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise

We're celebrating Pokémon's 30th anniversary by tackling Lego's mammoth construction project that captures Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise.

Top 10 most stunning Nintendo 64 covers

We've taken a stroll down memory lane with the aim of ranking our ten absolute favourite Nintendo 64 covers.

Friday the 13th: From worst to best

The editorial team's horror film expert has once again put together a list, this time of all the Friday the 13th films.

We discuss duration, endings, collectibles, and more with the developers of Life is Strange: Reunion

We spoke with Deck Nine to learn more about the rather imminent narrative-heavy adventure game.

The 10 most stunning PlayStation covers

We look back at Sony's upstart in the 90s that caused both Sega and Nintendo to choke. But no console is complete without games and their accompanying covers. Here are our favourites.

The new Xbox console redefines the concept of a gaming console

We have known for a long time that it was coming, but yesterday a logo and working name were revealed, and it was finally officially confirmed that the next Xbox will be able to play PC games...

We talk length, difficulty, and inspiration with the people behind The Eternal Life of Goldman

Producer Andreas Schmiedecker discusses the game's journey in our new exclusive interview.