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The Philips 1000 Series Dual Basket Air Fryer made the most delicious green beans I've had from an air fryer, and it's big enough to feed a whole family

1 week ago | techradar.com | Vic Hood

The Philips 1000 Series Dual Basket Air Fryer is a more affordable option for those looking for an air fryer that performs well and has some handy features to boot. Thanks to the provided divider, you have the option to cook in one XXL basket or two smaller baskets, offering plenty of space in a somewhat (compared to the competition) compact appliance. However, this air fryer isn't always consistent in its results.
Get Dragon’s Dogma 2, Metaphor Refantazio, and more RPG hits at up to 90% off

1 week ago | pcgamesn.com | Vic Hood

RPG fans: you do not want to miss this latest deal from Humble Bundle. Right now, Humble has discounted up to 90% off loads of brilliant RPGs, meaning you can save big on some of the biggest hits of the last few years, like Metaphor: ReFantazio and Dragon's Dogma 2. There's a wide range of top RPGs on offer in Humble Bundle's roleplaying sale, so there should be something to suit everyone's taste.
Following the Warhammer 40k Boltgun 2 reveal, get the original at 40% off

1 week ago | pcgamesn.com | Vic Hood

This year's Warhammer Skulls showcase was packed with exciting announcements and updates, including the reveal of Warhammer 40k: Boltgun 2, the sequel to 2023 pixelated boomer shooter Boltgun, coming in 2026, and an unexpected Boltgun spinoff. With all this Warhammer 40k: Boltgun news, there's never been a better time to jump into the retro FPS, and thanks to Humble, you can do so for a major discount.
Grab one of my favorite zombie games of all time and 7 more top titles at 93% off

2 weeks ago | pcgamesn.com | Vic Hood

Humble's latest bundle is a bit different than usual; rather than putting together a collection of games of a similar genre or from the same developer, its latest T1D Breakthrough bundle consists of eight top titles (and one DLC) developed by people with links to type 1 diabetes. You can get all nine items for as little as $10 / £7.58, which is a huge 93% off! This bundle includes some seriously good titles, including Telltale's brilliant The Walking Dead – and its 400 Days DLC.
Days Gone Remastered is a welcome improvement, but doesn't fix the original's core issues for me

1 month ago | techradar.com | Vic Hood

Days Gone Remastered looks and feels better than the original, offering welcome accessibility features, more challenge, and enhanced visuals. But the old issues, primarily poor pacing, underwhelming story, and repetition, plague this open-world adventure. If you're looking for a decent zombie-slaying survival game, you'll be satisfied with this but don't expect a bump-free ride.
Best Pictos for Clair Obscur Expedition 33

1 month ago | eurogamer.net | Vic Hood

Equipping the best Pictos in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is critical to giving your party a much-needed boost - especially when it comes to more challenging fights. While some are better suited to certain characters, Pictos can be equipped by any party member in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and you should aim to unlock the Lumina of the best ones as soon as possible so that everyone in your party can use them. You can check out our Pictos explainer guide for more on this.
5 solar-powered gadgets to start your sustainable tech journey

1 month ago | techradar.com | Vic Hood

(Image credit: Solgaard / Future)Sustainability Week 2025This article is part of a series of sustainability-themed articles we're running to observe Earth Day 2025 and promote more sustainable practices. Check out all of our Sustainability Week 2025 content. When you think of solar-powered tech, you may think of hefty roof solar panels or those old calculators you got in school.
The best classes to pick in Oblivion Remastered

1 month ago | polygon.com | Vic Hood

Image: Bethesda Game Studios/Bethesda SoftworksChoosing your class in The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is the last big decision you make during character creation. It comes after picking your birthsign and race. You should ideally pick your Oblivion character’s class based on your desired playstyle and how the class complements your race and birthsign. But, with 21 classes to choose from, finding the perfect one for you can be tough — especially at this early point in the game.
The best birthsigns in Oblivion Remastered

1 month ago | polygon.com | Vic Hood

Picking your birthsign in The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is one of the first tough decisions you’ll make. You’ll do so during the tutorial, after creating a character (including choosing your race). Birthsigns depict the constellation your character is born under, with each granting your character unique passive or active powers. There are 13 birthsigns, but with your character limited to just one, you must consider your choice carefully.
The best races and origins to pick in Oblivion Remastered

1 month ago | polygon.com | Vic Hood

Image: Bethesda Game Studios/Bethesda Softworks via PolygonChoosing your race in The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered isn’t an easy decision, and it’s a challenging choice you must make early on. You’ll do when making a character but before starting the tutorial and selecting a birthsign. There are 10 playable races available in Oblivion Remastered, with your choice determining your initial attribute points and skills and how other races react to you.