Marcus Reeve

Gaming & Handhelds Editor

Marcus covers gaming hardware, handhelds and consoles — from the Steam Deck and ROG Ally to the latest PlayStation and Xbox. A lifelong PC gamer who has built more rigs than he'll admit and benchmarks everything on his own setup. Based in the UK.

Articles by Marcus Reeve

• Is It Worth Upgrading from a Steam Deck to a Steam Deck 2?
  Valve's next-gen handheld promises big upgrades, but is it worth ditching your current Steam Deck? Here's what you need to know before spending.
• Best Mechanical Keyboards for Gaming Under £120
  Dominate every match with our top mechanical keyboards under £120—tactile, fast, and built for gamers who refuse to compromise on performance.
• How to Choose a MicroSD Card That Won't Slow Down Your Camera or Switch
  Not all microSD cards are equal—pick the wrong one and you'll face lag, dropped frames, or crashes. Here's what the specs actually mean.
• Xbox Project Helix: Is Microsoft Building a Console-PC Hybrid?
  Xbox's Project Helix could blur the line between console and PC—but is a hybrid device the future of gaming, or Microsoft's boldest gamble yet?
• Best Wireless Gaming Mice: Tested for Latency and Comfort
  We tested 12 wireless gaming mice head-to-head—here are the ones that deliver zero-compromise latency, all-day comfort, and battery life that won't quit.
• ROG Xbox Ally X20: ASUS Goes Full OLED for Its Wildest Handheld Yet
  ASUS's 20th-anniversary handheld brings the first OLED screen to the Ally line, drift-proof TMR sticks, a translucent gold body and AR glasses in the box. Everything confirmed at Computex 2026.
• Best Budget Gaming Laptops UK 2026: Tested, Benchmarked & Ranked
  The best budget gaming laptops in the UK for 2026, from ~£799 to ~£1,489 - real 1080p FPS benchmarks across six games, full specs, and a clear pick for every budget, from RTX 5050 to RTX 5070.
• Best Gaming Headsets Under £150 for PC and Console
  Immersive audio doesn't have to break the bank. We've tested the top gaming headsets under £150 to find your perfect sound upgrade.
• Best Budget Gaming Mice for Esports and Everyday Use
  Dominate every match without breaking the bank—discover the best budget gaming mice that deliver pro-level precision for esports and daily use.
• Steam Machine 2026: What Valve's Living-Room PC Means for Gamers
  Valve's Steam Machine revival could finally bridge the PC-console gap—bringing full gaming freedom to your living room like never before.
• Best Budget OLED Monitors for Gaming: Affordable QD-OLED, Tested for Real
  Stunning OLED visuals don't have to break the bank. Discover the best budget gaming monitors delivering vivid colors and lightning-fast response times.
• PlayStation 6 Rumours: When It's Launching and What's Inside
  Sony's next-gen beast is coming—here's everything we know about the PS6's rumoured specs, release date, and the features that could change gaming forever.
• The best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories worth buying
  From the microSD Express card you genuinely need, to the Pro Controller you probably want - here is the kit that turns a stock Nintendo Switch 2 into the console you actually love living with.
• Best gaming laptops UK
  Discover the best gaming laptops for UK buyers in 2026, from budget-friendly options to high-end RTX 5090 desktop replacements.
• HP Victus 15 gaming laptop
  HP Victus 15 redefines budget gaming with next-gen GPU power, sleek design, and all-day battery—serious performance without the serious price tag.
• MSI Stealth 16 AI Plus
  MSI's Stealth 16 AI Plus redefines thin-and-powerful gaming with next-gen AI acceleration, stunning visuals, and whisper-quiet performance.
• Best handheld gaming PCs
  Pocket-sized powerhouses have never been better—discover the top handheld gaming PCs dominating with raw performance and all-day battery life.
• ROG Xbox Ally X Auto SR explained
  Discover how ROG's Xbox Ally X uses AI-powered Auto SR to upscale games beautifully, boosting performance without sacrificing visual quality.
• MSI Raider A18 HX 18-inch Gaming Laptop AMD Ryzen 9 RTX 5080
  Unleash desktop-level power on the go—MSI's Raider A18 HX pairs AMD Ryzen 9 with RTX 5080 muscle in a bold 18-inch gaming beast.
• Apple Vision Pro
  Apple's Vision Pro redefines reality with groundbreaking spatial computing, seamlessly blending digital content with your physical world through intuitive eye and hand tracking.
• Lenovo Legion Go 2
  Lenovo's Legion Go 2 is a premium Windows handheld with OLED display, detachable controllers, and AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme power for AAA gaming.
• Nintendo Switch 2
  Discover Nintendo Switch 2's specs, performance upgrades, and whether the next-gen hybrid console justifies its price after breaking sales records.