As the fall season draws close, it’s time to eat, drink, and be scary – but it’s also important to sprinkle in some feel-good fun. Charity SpecialEffect brings some haunting happenings to Twitch with an Overdue Exorcism livestream, featuring voice actors from Genshin Impact, Baldur’s Gate, Clair Obscur, and more. SpecialEffect works to transform the…
Read morePokémon TCG Pocket is still missing a key feature it needs to survive
Having spent a lot of the last year playing Pokémon TCG Pocket and gleefully opening packs of lovely digital cards, I don’t have many complaints about the game. I do have one, though, and it’s starting to eat away at me every time I look at my collection. I’m missing quite a few promo cards,…
Read moreApple's iPhone 17 Pro proves to be a huge improvement over the 16 Pro for gaming
We’re on the eve of the iPhone 17 series launching on September 19, and there have been plenty of hands-on impressions of the handsets. But one that’s sticking out is the A19 Pro chip, powering both the iPhone 17 Pro line and the thin iPhone Air. Although Apple described the chip at its September 9…
Read moreThe Meta Quest 4 isn't coming just yet, but the future of VR might be
If there’s anything I don’t like about playing with a VR headset strapped to my face, it’s the sheer weight of it all. Sure, standalone headsets have gotten a lot better over the years in terms of weight distribution, but any device attached to your skull for hours is going to start hurting over time….
Read moreThis dark puzzler mixes Dredge-like atmosphere with Chants of Sennaar symbology
Thaumaturgy. Have you heard of it? Strange Antiquities is all about it. It’s to do with imbuing items with powers and using magic to change things, in a nutshell – then in the game, you sell them to local townsfolk. If you’re not a fan of weird, wonderful, and likely cursed items, turn back now….
Read moreNintendo's new Hyrule Warriors trailer shows off epic bonus items for Zelda fans
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is coming up fast, and we’re getting more information slowly shown to us in trailers and via the game’s official listings. Arriving on Nintendo Switch 2 on November 2, Age of Imprisonment lets you lead the battlefield as Zelda this time, not Link. Or you can become Rauru, Sonia, and…
Read moreThis Android has a better screen than the iPhone 16e, and it's $400 cheaper
It’s not a secret that phones are expensive these days, with the latest offerings from Apple, Google Pixel, and other big names costing upwards of $1,000. Those aren’t the only options, though, and at the other end of the spectrum, there are great Android handsets like the Samsung Galaxy A16, which you can pick up…
Read moreThe best Switch games 2025
If you’re looking for a list of the best Nintendo Switch games, we’re here to help. Here at Pocket Tactics, we’ve played countless titles on the Nintendo console, from awesome triple-As to incredible indies, and we’ve put this guide together detailing some of our favorites. As more games arrive, we’ll be sure to add to…
Read moreGameSir G7 Pro review – an excellent Xbox-style controller missing one feature
Not every accessory is to my taste aesthetically, but more often than not, GameSir hits it out of the park. When it comes to mobile gaming accessories or alternatives to handheld PC controllers, I usually call upon my Cyclone 2 to get the job done. Joining it is the GameSir G7 Pro, a brand-new option…
Read moreWhat is Fortnite OG?
Fortnite OG is one of the best Fortnite events ever, and shattered records when it debuted in 2023. If you’re wondering whether a new Fortnite’s OG season will happen, what you missed out on before, and more, then stick with us. Before you get a cheeky dub, how about some freebies? Yes, we have loads…
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