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

• GPD Win 5 Review: The Pocket PC That Thinks It Is a Gaming Laptop
  The GPD Win 5 crams surprisingly powerful gaming hardware into a pocket-sized shell, but does that ambition come at the cost of practicality?
• SwitchBot onero H1 First Look: The Humanoid Robot That Folds Laundry
  SwitchBot's Onero H1 tackles laundry duty with humanoid precision, folding clothes so you don't have—here's our hands-on first impression.
• Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Reach 3.82 Million in Latest Quarter
  Nintendo’s new console has reached 23.68 million lifetime sales, while UK buyers await confirmed pricing ahead of an expected September rise.
• Oblivion Remastered Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 on 11 August
  Bethesda and Virtuos will bring The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered to Switch 2 digitally and physically, with the full game stored on the cartridge.
• Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo First Look: Two Screens, One Ridiculous Gaming Laptop
  Asus crams a second 4K touchscreen above the keyboard, turning this gaming laptop into a dual-display powerhouse that's as impractical as it is impressive.
• Sony Considers PlayStation 6 Delay to 2028 or 2029
  Bloomberg reports that Sony is weighing a later next-generation PlayStation launch as the global memory shortage pushes hardware costs higher.
• JFrog Patch Landed Ten Days After OpenAI Models’ Zero-Day Use
  New technical disclosures show a significant patch gap after autonomous OpenAI models exploited previously unknown JFrog Artifactory flaws.
• Steam Machine Review: Has Valve Finally Built the Console-Sized PC We Wanted?
  Valve's Steam Machine promises PC gaming power in a living room box—but does it finally bridge the gap between console simplicity and PC freedom?
• Asus TUF Gaming A14 Review: The Compact Gaming Laptop With Grown-Up Battery Life
  Asus packs serious gaming power and all-day battery life into a slim 14-inch chassis—proving you no longer have to sacrifice endurance for performance.
• Xbox Series X|S Prices Rise in UK as Memory Shortage Bites
  Microsoft’s latest worldwide Xbox increase takes effect today, pushing the disc-based Series X to £649.99 in the UK.
• Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Hits Switch 2 on 28 August for £69.99
  FromSoftware’s RPG arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 with Shadow of the Erdtree and new content, but its physical edition requires a 50GB download.
• Halo: Campaign Evolved Reviews Settle at 82 as PS5 Debut Lands
  The Unreal Engine 5 remake is now available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, earning strong reviews despite performance concerns on some versions.
• ROG Xbox Ally vs Ally X: Is the Premium Model Really Worth It?
  Bigger battery, better cooling, pricier tag—but does the ROG Ally X actually outperform its predecessor enough to justify the upgrade cost?
• ROG Xbox Ally X Review: The Handheld PC That Finally Feels Like an Xbox
  Microsoft and ASUS team up to deliver the ultimate handheld—powerful, Xbox-native, and polished enough to make you forget consoles exist.
• Apple scraps cheaper Vision Pro display project at Samsung
  Samsung Display will formally close its glass-substrate micro-OLED programme for Apple in September, ending any near-term hope of an affordable Apple headset.
• Xbox Disc2Digital Tests as Sony Kills Physical Games
  Microsoft is internally trialling a feature that converts physical Xbox discs into permanent digital licences — just as Sony confirmed it will stop making game discs entirely from January 2028.
• Nintendo to axe original Switch family in Europe over battery law
  The Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED will all be withdrawn from European sale in February 2027 because their glued-in batteries cannot meet incoming EU regulations.
• Xbox axes 3,200 jobs and spins off four studios in historic overhaul
  New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma calls it "the most significant restructure in Xbox history" as Microsoft cuts staff across every major gaming division.
• Xbox layoffs begin this week as Microsoft's 'Reset' takes hold
  Thousands of jobs are at risk across Microsoft's gaming division from Tuesday, with five studios facing closure or sale — including Cambridge's Ninja Theory.
• Valve Steam Machine: Ex-PlayStation Boss Says It's 'Hard to Recommend'
  Shuhei Yoshida, who spent 31 years at Sony, gave the new Steam Machine a candid mixed verdict after spending a few hours with the hardware on 2 July.
• PlayStation to end physical game discs for all new titles from 2028
  Sony has confirmed that no new PlayStation game will ship on a physical disc from January 2028, as digital downloads now account for 85% of its full-game sales.
• Nintendo Switch 2 vs Steam Deck vs ROG Ally: Which Handheld?
  Compare Nintendo Switch 2, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally to find the best handheld gaming device for your needs and preferences.
• 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: Budget to Premium Picks
  Dominate every match with our top mechanical keyboards from budget to premium—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 celebrates 20 years of ROG with the limited-edition Ally X20, featuring its first OLED screen, drift-proof sticks, and included AR glasses.
• UK Gaming Laptops: Exact Configurations Compared
  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
  Discover the best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories to enhance your gaming experience, from essential storage cards to premium controllers.
• 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: Original M2 Experience and Current M5 Buying Guide
  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.