Clara hair styling tools launch in the UK with major Boots discounts. Our review examines if the Anti-Frizz Ionic Slim Hot Brush and other tools offer salon-quality results at a fraction of the price. Discover the verdict.
Discover the definitive list of the 20 best video games released in 2025, from blockbuster RPGs to innovative indie gems. Find your next favourite game now.
Consume Me, the award-winning autobiographical indie game about a student's struggles, is one of the year's most unique titles. Read our review of this PC-exclusive gem.
GameCentral reviews 'Look Outside', the 2025 indie survival horror JRPG that blends EarthBound with Lovecraftian terror. Discover why this £8.99 PC game is one of the year's most unique and disturbing experiences.
GameCentral readers express deep concern over plummeting console sales, the struggles of Call Of Duty, and the future of major publishers. Is the gaming bubble bursting?
The most-watched trailers from The Game Awards 2025 are in, with Marvel Rivals and a Chinese action RPG beating Tomb Raider and Star Wars. Discover the full list and the shock snubs.
A frustrated UK gamer argues that developers have lost the skill of creating a smooth difficulty curve, citing Hollow Knight: Silksong, Dark Souls, and others. They call for a sensible middle ground and better difficulty options.
A UK gamer argues the Nintendo Switch 2's first year pales next to the Wii U's launch, praising Nintendo Land and better third-party support. Share your console launch memories.
Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and pop star Katy Perry have officially confirmed their relationship with a diplomatic-style 'hard launch' during a trip to Japan, leaving fans astonished.
Indie horror game Horses, from acclaimed developer Santa Ragione, has been removed from major storefronts. We explore the controversy and whether the ban is justified.
Warner Bros' HBO Max streaming service finally gets a UK launch date, bringing prestige shows like House of the Dragon. Will it dethrone Netflix?
Sir Andreas Whittam Smith, founding editor of The Independent newspaper, has died aged 88. Discover how he revolutionised British journalism and his lasting legacy.
A passionate gamer argues that Capcom should embrace the campy humour of its past and create a full-blown comedy Resident Evil or Dino Crisis game to innovate the industry.
A passionate gamer makes the case for Assassin's Creed Shadows as 2025's top single-player experience, praising its open world and compelling gameplay. Discover why this title is a must-play.
Leaks reveal the rumoured line-up for The Game Awards 2025, including Control 2 and a Silent Hill 1 remake. Find out what's confirmed and what's ruled out for the December 11 event.
Italian horror game Horses faces Steam ban over explicit content concerns, launching December 2 on Epic Games Store. Developer fears financial collapse without Steam access.
Discover Rue Valley, a time travel adventure game where you have just 47 minutes to escape a Groundhog Day scenario. Read our full review of this Disco Elysium-inspired title.
New research shows children prefer virtual currency and cosmetics over traditional games this Christmas. Discover the shifting trends in gaming gifts and what it means for parents.
Microsoft's $75.4 billion Activision acquisition falters as Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 underperforms, raising questions about Xbox's future and industry-wide consequences.
As Tomb Raider approaches its 30th anniversary, fans express frustration over development delays and creative missteps. Discover why this iconic franchise faces an uncertain future.
A frustrated gamer argues major publishers are ignoring demand for single-player games in favour of lucrative live service models, while indie developers thrive by creating passionate projects.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 delivers disappointing campaign and lacks innovation despite robust multiplayer. Read our full review of Activision's latest shooter.
UK gamers face rising console costs as hardware prices outpace graphical improvements. Readers debate whether £500+ consoles offer value and share Game Awards 2025 predictions.
Tackle the latest hard Sudoku puzzle 7113 from The Guardian. Test your logic skills with this challenging brain teaser and improve your problem-solving abilities.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 made history at the 43rd Golden Joystick Awards, winning 7 awards including Ultimate Game of the Year. Discover the full list of winners and what this means for the gaming world.
Xbox Partner Preview delivers surprising hits including Vampire Crawlers spin-off and multiple Game Pass day-one releases. Read the full breakdown of all announcements.
Fallout 4's Steam reviews plummet to 'Mostly Negative' following Anniversary Edition launch, with players reporting corrupted saves and broken mods. Discover why fans are revolting.
Step into Rachel Reeves' shoes and try to balance Britain's budget in our interactive game. Can you keep MPs happy and bond markets calm while tackling a £22bn shortfall?
The surprise Game of the Year contender Arc Raiders faces backlash over its use of AI-generated voices, igniting crucial debates about ethics and the future of game development.
Nintendo's controversial Kirby Air Riders revives a flawed GameCube concept. Our review explores why this confusing racer scores just 4/10 on Switch 2.