Games to watch for in 2017
A look at some potentially great games coming this year.
Game Reviews and News
App Alert: Check Out These Five New Mobile Games!
These new games for Android and iOS devices are pretty varied. They're all really good, too!
Inside the Epic Nintendo Switch Unveiling Event
The Games Guru tries out the new Nintendo Switch console, which hits stores March 3.
The Video Game History Quiz
It's all fun and games, but how much do you know?
It’s Boysies Time! These Are the Best Videogames of 2016
It's been an thrilling, varied year for videogames. So blow those trumpets. It's time for the Boysie Awards.
App Alert: Super Mario Run Is Available Now
Play Mario on your smartphone! Mario moves forward through cool courses as you use a variety of taps to run and jump toward the end of each level. Don’t worry — King
5 Hot Game Gifts To Make Your Holidays Bright!
Making your Christmas list? These gifts are just the thing for gamers this holiday season. NES Classic Edition It’s the hardest to get console of the season!
5 Reasons Why The Last Guardian Is One Of The 2016’s Best Games
It’s been 10 years in the making, but The Last Guardian is finally here — and it’s great! Here’s why. Trico Rules! Trico isn’t exactly a virtual
Inside Pokemon Sun and Moon
Here's what you're in for during the first rollicking hours of Pokemon Sun and Moon.
The 7 Most Amazing Lego Dimensions Expansion Packs
Lego Dimensions was made for add-on packs. Here are the best of them.
6 Reasons Owlboy Is a Game of the Year Contender
Owlboy, for PC, is one of the year's best games. Here's why.
All About Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon
After the success of Pokémon Go, fans should be extra excited about Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon.
How To Have A Happy Halloween In Videogame Land
Here's how to prepare for a videogame-themed Halloween.
How BL’s Games Guru Became A Real Skylander!
There's so much going in the world of Skylanders, including something that began as a mystery. Let's check it all out.
6 Tips for Playing Madden 17 like a Pro
Taking the time to learn the new gameplay features will go a long way.
Skylanders is Back!
Skylanders Imaginators might be the best game in the franchise.
Here’s Your Big Minecraft Update!
When Microsoft bought Minecraft for $2.5 billion, some people thought the blocky sensation would no longer be compelling. Actually, the opposite’s been true. Minecraft
6 Reasons Why Sonic Boom: Fire & Ice Speeds Is Great
Get the scoop behind the latest game in the legendary Sonic franchise.
Are Consoles Going Extinct?
Are we close to living in a console-free world?
7 Reasons Why the New Pac-Man is All Kinds of Awesome
If you think Pac-Man is too old school, think again.
Is the PS4 Pro the Console to Buy This Season?
Whoa! Sony just introduced two new PlayStation 4 upgrades.
Touchdown! 7 Points About Madden NFL 17’s Greatness
Madden is always a decent game. But every few years, it becomes amazing.
6 Reasons Why You Should Check Out Bound
It’s not huge like Madden or Mario. But here's why this gorgeous PS4 game is worth playing.
7 Ways Pokémon Go Changed the World
Even Nintendo was surprised at Pokémon Go's success. Here's how Pokémon Go is changing things beyond games.
6 Cool Museums With Incredibly Fun Games
As you travel the country with your family this summer, don't forget these cool museums.
Ghostbusters: The Good, The Bad and the Ghostly
Ghostbusters, the new Activision game, is a lot different from the hit movie.
Why Pokémon Go Is Gaming Magic
Pokémon Go is the mobile phone hit that's sweeping the world. Here's why everyone's playing, along with some tips, too.
7 Fun Moments in Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Videos of some of the most excellent moments in a game that's very good.
7 Coolest Video Games for Summer
From Japanese Railroad Sim to Kirby: Planet Robobot, here are Games Guru's best picks for the season.
The 8 Best Games Of E3
Here are the most promising games of E3!
The 3 Best E3 Game Trailers from Sony
The Games Guru highlights the best of of Sony's announcements at E3.
Watch for These Great Games in 2016
This year could be one of the greatest for gaming in a long time.
Here are 7 Giant Creations to Make in Minecraft
New book tells you how to build giant, super structures in Minecraft. Here are a few of the coolest.
5 Fun Games for Memorial Day
If you're traveling for the big weekend (or even if you're not), you'll love these five great phone and tablet games.
Read BL’s Interview With the Designer of The Last Guardian
Lead game designer Fumito Ueda talks to the Games Guru about one of the most highly-anticipated games of the year.
Try these 3 cool gadgets
Eyeball these new gadgets. And you'll see, we do mean eyeball!
Star Fox Zero: Is it worth your hard-earned $60?
Unfortunately, the game still has control problems. But there are some things to like, too.
6 reasons why the new Ratchet & Clank is so cool
Here's why Ratchet & Clank's first game for the PS4 is one of the year's best family-friendly games.
6 things that make Pokkén Tournament a must-have game
You can't play every pocket monster in Pokken Tournament. But the Pokemon they added are pretty great.
Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare 2
There's a lot to like about Garden Warfare 2 — and some things to dislike, too.
8 joys of playing the Mega Man Legacy Collection
Here's what we like about this collection of original games celebrating Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber.
8 cool things about New York’s Nintendo store
A completely new and totally state-of-the-art Nintendo store has opened at Rockefeller Plaza.
Two things make Unravel special
Is Unravel worth the $20 price of admission? It depends on what kind of gamer you are.
Games Guru reviews The Witness
The Witness is visually-stunning, incredibly lengthy and altogether mysterious. Here’s the scoop on one of the most talked about video games of 2016.
Word Fireworks makes learning language a blast
There are games that you play for fun. There are games that you play to learn. Sometimes, games that are both.
The 8 Best Things About Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam
There's nothing like a good Nintendo game. Here’s what makes Mario and Luigi: Paper Jam a lot of fun.
The Truth About Virtual Reality
Can kids play VR devices safely? And can they even afford the new technology?
The 2015 Boysie Videogame Awards
Games Guru picks the best videogames of 2015.
Check Out These Two Outstanding Game Controllers
Here are two video game controllers that aren't just cool-looking. They're extraordinarily useful for serious gamers.
Headphones that won’t harm your hearing
When you enjoy a great song like the powerful Legend of Zelda theme, you want to crank it up loud. But doing that might hurt your ears.