The Internet has spoiled us. You assume network packets either show up pretty quickly or they are never going to show up.

After a decade of testing PCs, routers, and home networks, I know what causes slow speeds and how to optimize your internet.

If your devices only support up to 4K at 60Hz, a "premium high-speed" HDMI cable (18Gbps, HDMI 2.0) is perfectly fine. Again, just avoid really old or thin cables. Early HDMI cables (HDMI 1.4 or older ...

The return of a beloved game mode, hero changes and a brand new Mythic - there's lots to enjoy in the latest Overwatch 2 ...

SpongeBob is only available as a sidekick in Fortnite, not a full character skin. The SpongeBob SquarePants Bundle costs 3,000 V-Bucks and includes multiple cosmetics at a discount. The Patty Wagon is ...

It's not uncommon for carmakers to get in bed with video game developers and let players experience, in a virtual fashion, the vehicles they make. But whereas that's something understandable when it ...

Fortnite Winterfest 2025 is here, bringing holiday-themed festivities to the battle royale - including new quests. One such quest tasks you with collecting a Perfect Gift, which nets you 10k XP upon ...

Ninjago is the latest collaboration to drop in Fortnite. The Ninjago: Rise of the Ninja update brings plenty of ninja-themed content to LEGO Fortnite Odyssey and sees you exploring Ninjago Island and ...

The Kardashians are everywhere, even Fortnite? Kim Kardashian will be joining other celebrities who have landed on the Battle Royale Island. "See you in @Fortnite," the most famous Kardashian posted ...

"Fortnite" players in 2025 continue to experience lag, stuttering, and high ping despite powerful systems and updated hardware. These performance disruptions usually stem from overloaded home networks ...

The good news here is that gates are easy to spot, even from a distance, and they can spawn in from the very opening moments of the match. I have surfed my way to the island and been lucky enough to ...

Fortnite has been cursed all day, with players unable to access servers since Wednesday morning. After hours of frustration and fear, Epic Games has resolved the issue. Some gamers, however, are still ...