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Razer brings its vibrating Nari Ultimate headset to Xbox One

Last September, Razer unveiled a wireless headset called the Nari Ultimate that doubled as a rumble pack. That’s right — in addition to conventional drivers (which by their very nature vibrate), the headphones had haptic actuators in each cup. The only problem? They were designed specifically for PC players. The headphones technically worked with Xbox One but you had to rely on a…
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Microsoft brings Google Assistant support to the Xbox One

Microsoft is enabling Google’s Assistant to work with its Xbox One console. Much like the existing Alexa integration, Microsoft is allowing Google Assistant to launch games and apps, turn the console on and off, pause videos, and much more. You’ll need to use the Google…
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The hardest part of Twitch is finding new stuff to watch

I spend a lot of time on Twitch — for my job, yes, but also because I love watching streamers. Over the last few months, though, I’ve been trying to diversify what I watch there; I want to see smaller creators, more art and music, and some talk shows and podcasts. I know all of that is out there, plus I’m convinced that there are some gems I’m missing. But I find myself running into the…
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The best games for Nintendo Switch

Nintendo’s Switch is on a roll. The youngest of the games consoles is punching above its weight with a mix of core Nintendo games that have pushed iconic characters like Mario and Link into the modern gaming age. The Switch is also a portable console, which has injected new life into older titles and indie hits that have never made it a Nintendo device before. However, the Switch’s…
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8BitDo’s SN30 Pro+ is a near-perfect Switch controller

I think Nintendo’s official Switch Pro Controller is brilliant. It’s a full-size pad with large face buttons, textured handles and a transparent shell that reveals a circuit-inspired pattern underneath. The accessory isn’t without its faults, though. The…
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Mario Kart Tour launches with subscription option priced the same as Apple Arcade

Mario Kart Tour is finally available to download on iOS and Android today, marking the long-awaited debut of Nintendo’s kart racer on mobile devices. The release date was revealed a month ago, but what wasn’t known until now was that the game has an optional “Gold Pass” subscription. The Gold Pass gives you various in-game items and badges as you play, and also unlocks the faster 200cc…
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