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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth running on the Steam Deck.

You can now buy a refurbished Steam Deck straight from Valve — if it’s in stock

The weather might be getting colder, but refurbished Steam Decks are available from valve at prices so hot, you won't need a jacket.
Key art for Skydance's Behemoth.

Skydance’s Behemoth review: ambitious VR adventure doesn’t quite stand tall

Skydance's Behemoth reaches high heights during its stunning boss battles, but can't keep that momentum up throughout its entire VR adventure.
The landscape in Synduality: Echo of Ada

Synduality: Echo of Ada feels like a cross between Gundam and Genshin Impact

Synduality: Echo of Ada combines mechs and anime for a unique take on the third-person shooter genre.
The Japanese-inspired artwork of Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island

2024’s most underrated game turned me into a cheater

Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island is the hardest game of 2024, surpassing even Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
Cloud and Aerith dancing in a play in Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth.

Game Awards 2024: the case for and against every Game of the Year nominee

What will win Game of the Year at this year's Game Awards? For the first time, every single nominee has a chance at gold.
Best Switch Games of 2024

The best Nintendo Switch games of 2024: Zelda, Mario Party, and more

If 2024 was the Nintendo Switch's last full year, it went out in a memorably eclectic fashion.
Pac-Man in Secret Level.

Secret Level creators explain its horrifying Pac-Man episode

Pac-Man: Circle is the most shocking episode of animated gaming anthology Secret Level. Its creators explain how the subversive episode came to be.
A creature swims down a river in Naiad.

Try this beautiful new game that just surprise-launched ahead of The Game Awards

The Game Awards season just kicked off with the surprise release of Naiad, a minimalist adventure game that's worth checking out.
A character poses in a town in Toem 2.

The Game Awards’ world premiere reveals just started two days early

In collaboration with The Game Awards, Wholesome Games just showcased over 20 upcoming titles, including a few surprise releases.
The DualSense controller for the PlayStation 5 in Midnight Black.

Need an extra PS5 DualSense controller? It’s $20 off at Best Buy

If you want a new Sony PlayStation 5 DualSense wireless controller, don't miss this chance to get one for a more affordable price than usual from Best Buy.
Logitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless

Hurry! This Logitech gaming headset won’t be $58 off forever

Communicate with online cohorts in real time with the Logitech G733 Wireless Gaming Headset. Save up to $58 when you purchase at Best Buy, but act fast!
Person holding Satisfye grip.

We might have accidentally gotten our first look at the Switch 2

A potential Switch 2 accessory was teased online, and a video shows what might be a blurry Switch 2.
The storm king in Lego Fortnite Odyssey.

How to find the Storm King in Lego Fortnite Odyssey

The Storm King is the biggest, baddest boss in Lego Fortnite Odyssey. If you want to test your skills against this monster, we'll show you how to find it.
Witch art in Path of Exile 2.

How to increase Spirit in Path of Exile 2

One of the most important character stats in Path of Exile 2 is Spirit, but learning how to increase and improve it isn't so easy when you start off with zero.
Fortnite at recommended settings

FTC issuing $72 million in refunds over ‘unwanted’ Fortnite purchases

The FTC is issuing over $72 million in refunds to Fortnite players as part of a settlement with Epic Games over predatory monetization practices.
Indiana drawing a circle in red.

How long is Indiana Jones and the Great Circle?

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a much larger adventure than his film escapades, but by how much? Here's how long you can expect to spend with Indiana.
PS5 and DualSense art.

PS4 Pro vs. PS5

The PlayStation 5 has finally arrived, but how does it compare to its last-gen predecessor, the PlayStation 4 Pro? Here, we compare specs and titles to find out.
Game of the Year: Astro Bot

How Astro Bot charmed its way to becoming our Game of the Year

Astro Bot is Digital Trends' 2024 game of the year, but that decision came with a lot of soul searching.
Indiana Jones standing in the jungle.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: all Vatican Medicine Bottle locations

Most collectibles in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle are not immediately useful, but Medicine Bottles can give you a massive edge if you can find them all.
The LEGO Icons Poinsettia Building Set and its box.

Lego flowers are up to 30% off, and they make great holiday gifts

Lego flowers are an excellent gift for the holidays because, unlike real flowers, they'll last forever. With these deals that we've gathered, get up to 30% off.
A barbarian character in Path of Exile 2.

How to respec passive abilities in Path of Exile 2

Your build is everything in Path of Exile 2, so being able to respec your passive abilities is a necessity. You can do it, but only after we show you how.
Teams of marvel heroes flying towards each other.

The best characters in Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivals launched with over 30 heroes and villains to pick from, but not all are as powerful as their comic counterparts. These are the best characters.
Key art for The Game Awards 2024.

The Game Awards 2024: How to watch and what to expect

This year's Game Awards show is happening on December 12 and it'll feature fresh looks at Borderlands 3, Mafia: The Old Country and more.
Gamer using Discord on a gaming desktop PC.

Indie game marketplace Itch.io got taken down due to a faulty Funko AI

Itch.io was offline for a few hours, and it was all due to Funko and an AI tool it uses to generate claims, Itch.io claims.
Characters fishing in LEGO Fortnite.

Lego Fortnite is getting a massive update, including a new game mode

Lego Fortnite remains one of the game's most popular modes, but a new update and the addition of a social mode give players even more options.
Best Indie Games of 2024

Our favorite indies of 2024: 10 must-play games you shouldn’t miss

From Animal Well to Balatro, these indies made 2024 a fantastic year for original games.
Key art for Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind.

Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind shows there’s still space for retro originality

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind shows there's room left for innovation in the retro beat 'em up genre.
Top 10 Games of 2024

The 10 best video games of 2024

It's been another year full of incredible video games, even if it didn't seem like it at a surface glance. These are our favorite games of 2024.
Fortnite battle bus.

Fortnite faces community backlash over the addition of bots in OG mode

Fortnite OG has enabled bots, but players find the artificially unintelligent NPCs pose next to no challenge and detract from the battle royale experience.
Valve Steam Machine Controller hands on in use

Valve’s Fremont could be the successor to the Steam Machine

After stumbling across a reference in the latest Steam Deck kernel, a Reddit user suggested a new (and long-awaited) Steam Machine could be in development.
A man wears an Apple Vision Pro headset.

Apple could tie up with Sony for a critical Vision Pro upgrade

Apple is reportedly working with Sony to add support for PlayStation VR 2 controller on the Vision Pro headset, a deal that covers more than just games.
A screenshot from Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's zombies mode.

Black Ops 6’s Zombies Easter egg hunt is taking me back in time

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's Zombies mode isn't just a great return to form; it's a time machine.
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PowerWash Simulator’s latest seasonal update is here, and it’s festive

If you've left Muckville clean enough to satisfy even its picky residents, this new task of cleaning up the ice rink is perfect for you.
A barbarian character in Path of Exile 2.

Path of Exile 2 bugs making you feel exiled? Fixes are on the way

Path of Exile 2 is now out in early access, but it was a bumpy start. The team at Grinding Gear Games have laid out their approach to fixing the bugs.

As Digital Trends’ Senior Gaming Editor, Giovanni Colantonio oversees all things video games at Digital Trends. As a veteran of the industry who first began writing about games professionally as a teenager, Giovanni brings a wealth of knowledge and historical context to Digital Trends’ gaming coverage. He brings that expertise to everything he writes, from interview features to reviews. His specialty is criticism and he’s committed to raising the bar for video game reviews. Just read his ambitious UFO 50 review as proof!

Giovanni majored in Film and Photography at Ithaca College, and that skill set had intersected with his games writing through his career. He previously worked as a Segment Producer on Polygon’s daily gaming show, Speedrun, and has contributed video content for sites like Prima Games and Hard Drive. He’s always willing to experiment with new media, whether that be via podcasts or creating videos for Digital Trends’ YouTube channel. He has previously written for Inverse, Fanbyte, The Inventory, and more. He began working with Digital Trends in 2019 as a Destiny 2 guides contributor before moving into his current role as Senior Editor.

His love of gaming dates back decades. Giovanni grew up in Massachusetts with his mother’s hand-me-down Atari 2600. He was hooked from that point on, spending his childhood obsessively playing Sega Genesis or Super Smash Bros. Melee with his friends. He carried that passion into college, where he hosted and produced Ithaca College’s own studio format video game news show. Since then, he has been committed to giving back to the video game industry that raised him by providing honest criticism, sharp analysis, and thorough coverage.

Giovanni is currently based in Brooklyn, New York where he works alongside his cat, Mirah. On weekends, you can find him birdwatching in local parks or watching professional wrestling, his second love behind gaming.