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Hello and welcome to this gaming-themed issue of

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GAME WITHOUT FRONTIERS

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EMBER CUP

If you know your arabica from your robusta,

BEELINE VELO 2

Unless you’re the kind of cyclist who dresses

DON’T MISS THIS

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IT’LL HAVE NO TROUBLE REACHING THE MAGIC 88MPH…

WTF IS ORBA 2?

Is it some sort of electronic citrus fruit?

FIRST PLAY METAL: HELLSINGER PC, PS5, XSX

OUT 15SEP [ Words Alan Wen ] There’s

GEARS OF PHWOAR

Toyota GR Supra It’s not too old-school to

THE MASTERMIND BEHIND AUTO STARTUP FISKER ON ROTATING SCREENS AND DIGITAL DRIVING

In-car technology should be more advanced. When I

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Donut fear the reaper

First came Sony’s revolutionary LinkBuds: in-ears with a hole in the middle. Now we get the even more revolutionary LinkBuds S: in-ears without a hole in the middle!

The ROG prince

With its imperious power and some specialised accessories thrown in, can the latest chunky Asus set a new standard for gaming phones? 1

Bland on the run

A fitness tracker doesn’t need to be sexy, it just needs to track fitness. So is Garmin’s latest basic band worthy of your wrist?

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The latest Xperia has high-end everything, but can it compete with novice-friendly flagships?

Brawn to be wild

However far your fitness regime takes you, Amazfit’s rufty-tufty (and waterproof) smartwatch could save you a few quid

You OK, Hon?

Now divorced from Huawei, Honor has returned to flagship phones with full Google apps. Dan Grabham spends a fortnight seeing if its latest is ready to stand alone…

Sonic Origins

Over 30 years after the launch of the original game, does Origins – compiling and remastering all the early classics – provide as many hedgehog-based thrills as modern gamers can handle?

Mario Strikers: Battle League Football

Ever thought football would be better if they dispensed with all those silly old rules? Well, Nintendo has – and it’s exactly as bonkers as it sounds…

Sniper Elite 5

The long-range shooter finally takes the fig ht to France… but does blowing Nazi brains out in slow-mo still get the pulse in that trigger finger racing?

BEACH DON’T KILL MY VIBE

They say sand and smartphones shouldn’t mix – and they might well have a point – but these apps can make a day at the seaside go without a hitch

UPVOTED SUNGLASSES

Keen for a squint-free summer, Chris Rowlands goes full Top Gun to find a fleet of shady frames to fit every face (sunshine sold separately)

KIT PLAYING GAMES WITH OUR HEARTS

We may not have any top-notch new consoles on the way this year, but gear for games isn’t just about the really expensive stuff that people skimp on family birthday presents for. Here’s our guide to the best accessories for whatever you play, garnished with a comprehensive smattering of the very best upcoming titles on all the major platforms. Whether you play on PC, PlayStation, Xbox or Nintendo, there’s something here for you…

’STATION MASTERS

Finally got your hands on a PS5? Beyond its gamechanging features, these accessories can take your skills even further…

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Whether it’s boosting your results or tailoring to your comfort, these additions will improve your Xbox gaming Xponentially

SWITCH HITTERS

Whether you’ve had one since launch or just bagged an OLED, these extras will switch things up for Nintendo’s hybrid console

COMING SOON TO CONSOLES

Sequels dominate… but whether on PS, Xbox or Switch, here’s what you can look forward to this year and beyond

HARDWARE FOR THE HARDCORE

Whether you’re got a beefyrig or a gaming laptop, these accessories are ideal for any PC player

COMING SOON TTO YOUR PC

From hardcore shooters to deep management and life sims to take over your world, these titles ought to click

IN GOOD HANDS

You can’t beat gaming on the go – so here’s the kit you need to make those sessions even more comfortable and convenient

COMING SOON TO MOBILE

Look out for these titles making their way to the small screen, from rebooted classics to new blockbusters

BETA YOURSELF MOBILE GAMING

In case you still think ‘proper’ games only exist on consoles and expensive PCs, Craig Grannell is here with all the tips for getting more playtime power out of your phone or tablet

TECH TITANS Apple iPod

RIP, thin white jukebox. So which was the best?

CANON EOS R6

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Com modore Amiga 500

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HELLO!

Choosing a laptop can be harder than baking

HOW TO CHOOSE

There are too many laptops. So before you go haring off into the lappy labyrinth, let’s try to narrow down your search a little…

BUDGET

Save your money: a cheap laptop doesn’t need to look or run like a slug

THE REPUBLIC OF INNOVATION

Asus has long been at the forefront of laptop technology… and its 2022 range shows no signs of slowing down

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MID-RANGE pt2

Another five options that won’t push you over the scary £1k mark

HIGH END pt1

If only the best will do, make sure you bring a stack of banknotes

HIGH END pt2

Get ready for round two of the most desirable laptops in the world

GAMING

Clear a space for one of these in your putrid RGB-glowing cave

CHROMEBOOKS

Hate Windows? Detest Apple? Here’s your Google-based opt-out…

MAC OR PC?

Should you embrace Apple’s ecosystem or will Windows give you more dash for your cash?