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GameByNight

Chris cut his teeth on MMOs in the late 90s with text-based MUDs. He’s written about video games for many different sites but has made MMORPG his home since 2013. Today, he acts as Hardware and Technology Editor, lead tech reviewer, and continues to love and write about games every chance he gets. Follow him on Twitter: @GameByNight

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GameByNight
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September 2009
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April 2024
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The Division 2 Review-in-Progress #1: Welcome to D.C.

The time has finally come and The Division 2 is upon us. It’s a big game, far expanded from the original, and we’re reporting from the front lines with the first entry in our review-in-progress format. Our early access started alongside everyone else this past Tuesday and we’ve spent the last three days digging in and seeing just what this sequel has to offer. Join us as we begin to review The Division 2.


MSI GeForce GTX 1660 Gaming X 6G Review: Affordable 1080p Powerhouse

So, you’d like to buy into the latest generation of Nvidia video cards but can’t afford the higher prices that come with RTX. We come bearing good news: MSI is here to help with the brand new GTX 1660 Gaming X 6G, a Turing powered graphics card beginning at only $249.99. Today, we’ll explain whether or not it’s worth the upgrade in our official review.


Govee DreamColor Reactive TV Backlight Review

Backlighting for TVs and PCs is more popular than ever and today we have an exciting new option from Govee with the DreamColor WiFi TV backlight kit. It’s no simple LED strip: using a camera, it aims to match its lights to exactly what’s happening on your screen. At $69.99, it’s the cheapest option we’ve come across for screen-space backlighting - but does it work? Join us as we find out in our official review.


Creative Super X-Fi Headphone Amp Review - Science-Based Surround Sound

Let’s face it, virtual surround sound can be hit or miss. At best, it expands your soundscape. At worst, it can completely pull you out of the game. Today, we’re looking at an exciting innovation from Creative Labs with the Super X-Fi Headphone Amp. It studies your bone structure and the shape of your very ears to deliver surround sound tailored specifically to you. But does it work? Join us as we find out!


PC Build: The RGB Overkill Gaming PC

If there's one trend in PC building over the last few years, RGB is it. Some people love it and some people hate it, but it's hard to argue that extra customization is anything but a bad thing. We decided to take it to the next level with our latest build, the RGB Overkill Gaming PC. What happens when you take the industry up on RGB everything? Join us as we find out.


LFGaming Stealth Gaming Chair: The $1400 Gaming Chair

In the world of gaming chairs, things can start to feel a little… similar. Between different companies, the designs are so close, you’re left wondering whether many are made in the same factory and stamped with a different brand name. And that’s because they are. Today, we’re looking at an ultra-premium gaming chair with the LFGaming Stealth. What do you get with a $1395 gaming chair? Let’s find out.


G.Skill Trident Z RGB Royal DDR4-3200 C16 Review: More Bling

It’s never been so easy to build a showpiece computer system. With the rise of RGB and tempered glass cases, you can completely customize your setup to become the centerpiece of a whole room. Today, we’re looking at one of the most eye-catching memory sets we’ve ever encountered with the G.Skill Trident Z RGB Royal. They’re gorgeous but does the performance warrant the extra spend? Find out in our official review.


ErgoDox EZ Glow Review - The Most Powerful Keyboard Ever?

Last March, we took our first look at the ErgoDox EZ Shine. Since that time, ZSA Technology Labs has completely refreshed the split keyboard with the ErgoDox EZ Glow. We didn’t think it was possible, but there’s even more programmability than ever, and it features an enhanced design with per-key LEDs and doubleshot PBT keycaps. The ErgoDox EZ will change the way you game for the better.


Gigabyte GeForce RTX 2080 XTREME WATERFORCE 8G Review

Ray Tracing and DLSS support are finally beginning to expand, but if you’re considering upgrading to the Nvidia 20-series, you’ll need to do some research to find out what’s best for you. Today, we’re looking at an exciting card from Gigabyte, the RTX 2080 XTREME WATERFORCE 8G. It’s offers up 4K60 gameplay while staying quiet and cool thanks to its built-in liquid cooler. At $899, is it worth the extra over a standard 2080?


Nanoleaf Canvas Review: A New Look for Your Game Den

If you’re anything like us, building up your battlestation is about more than just your PC. After your PC and accessories are set, it’s time to start looking into the rest of the room and designing your perfect, modern gaming center. Today, we’re looking at the first of two Nanoleaf smart products with the Canvas. They’re customizable, integrate with your smart home, and look great, but are they right for you? This is our full review of the Nanoleaf Canvas.


NETGEAR Nighthawk XR700 Pro Gaming Router Review

As gamers, we require a lot from our WiFi routers. We need good speeds that take advantage of our internet. We need low latency even when sharing bandwidth. We need more control to forward ports and optimize connections. Today, we’re looking at the NETGEAR Nighthawk XR700, a premium WiFi router custom-made for gamers. It’s packed with features intended to take your gaming to the next level but do they? Find out in our official review.


Das Keyboard 5Q Review: Smart Keyboards Finally Arrive

Mechanical keyboards are largely the same. Coming from the resident keyboard geek, that probably sounds like heresy but let’s face it: it’s hard to break meaningful ground is a peripheral that’s been such a mainstay of our computer use. Well, that’s exactly what Das Keyboard has done with the the brand new 5Q. It may just be the world’s first smart keyboard and aims to not only help you communicate but to communicate with you.


Seagate BarraCuda Pro 12TB HDD Review

As 4K gaming and content creation push into the mainstream, storage demands are also on the rise. While SSDs are clearly the wave of the future for your most used programs, they’re still not cost efficient enough for mass storage. Today, we’re looking at the first Helium-based HDD we’ve ever tested and at only $.04 per gigabyte, it could be an excellent value if the performance holds up. Read on for our full review.


Alldocube X Tablet Review: AMOLED on the Cheap

We’ve looked at several tablets in the last few months and found some good options, but nothing quite matched the screen quality of the heavy hitters like Samsung… until now. Today, we’re looking at the Alldocube X. It was an IndieGoGo success, earning more than 10x its funding goal. It’s custom built for entertainment and features the same AMOLED screen as the $649 Samsung Tab S4 for only $265. Read on for our full review.


AKRacing Premium Footstool Review

Okay - show of hands if you’re currently using a subwoofer for a footstool. Alright, that’s most of you and until recently, it was me too. Today, we’re looking at a much better option with a premium PU leather footstool from AKRacing. Buckle up because it’s time to kick back and relax.