Latest Games How-To
- 23 September 2013
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How-Tos: How to upgrade your graphics card
Turn your humble PC into a games machine at a fraction of the price of a next-gen console. Here's how to fit a more powerful graphics card.
- 14 June 2013
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How-Tos: Windows 8 game of the month - Doodle Army
Countless games are available for Windows 8 PCs and laptops, and our favourite this week is a truly simple and addictive little game called Doodle Army
- 19 February 2013
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How-Tos: How to watch PlayStation Meeting 2013: new PlayStation 4 launch
Sony is staging a huge event this week, an event it is calling its 'PlayStation Meeting 2013'. Here's how you can watch and follow the PlayStation launch live.
- 09 December 2012
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How-Tos: Watch streaming video better with these tips for power users
If you're reading this, you don't need to be told that streaming live video on your PC and mobile gadgets is blowing up in a big way; with streaming sites like Justin.tv, UStream, and game-specific streaming services Twitch.tv and Own3d.tv, you have more options for live news and entertainment than ever before. But with so many streams on so many sites (and not so many full-featured standalone player apps), staying on top of the brave new world of streaming TV can be a pain. With that in mind, here are some quick tips and tricks for making your live video streaming experience less painful.
- 18 October 2012
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How-Tos: How to use an Xbox 360 wireless controller on a PC
Ever wished you could use your Xbox 360 wireless controllers on your PC or laptop? Well, you can. All you need is Microsoft's Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver for Windows. We show you how to set it up.
- 27 September 2012
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How-Tos: How to buy and play games using Steam
Steam is the most popular way to buy, download and games on your PC or laptop. We explain how to set up an account, buy a game and play it with friends using its multiplayer mode.
- 27 July 2012
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How-Tos: How to Play Windows Games on a Mac
We take a look at the best virtualization software that'll have you playing windows games on a mac in no time.
- 23 July 2012
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How-Tos: Record PlayStation 3 gameplay to share on YouTube
Want to share your PS3 or Xbox gameplay via YouTube? Perhaps you'd like to capture HD video from your games console to your PC? Let our Helproo Editor explain how.
- 02 July 2012
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How-Tos: Top Ten Factors for Choosing a Gaming PC
PC gaming is big again. According to market research firm NPD, the release of Diablo III drove PC game sales up 230 percent in May. That was in a month where overall sales of games dropped by 28 percent. The Gods and Kings expansion to Sid Meier's Civilization V did well in its recent release, too. Even smaller companies, such as Ironclad Games, with its Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, are shipping PC games that garner great reviews and attract new players.
- 14 June 2012
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How-Tos: Upgrade laptop graphics card
Can you upgrade the graphics sub-system in a laptop?
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How-Tos: How to Run Your Own LAN Party
Remember the good old days of the LAN party? You might not; thanks to today's prevalence of broadband connections, the availability of free voice and video chat services, and the ample multiplayer support found in most modern games, you no longer have to leave your home to frag your friends.
- 11 April 2012
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How-Tos: Draw Something tips and tricks
Whether you've just discovered Draw Something or have been playing since day one, you're probably wishing you could draw better pictures for your friends. We're on hand to help with our tips and tricks.
- 14 December 2011
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How-Tos: Can a Gamepad Beat a Keyboard and Mouse?
Keyboard and mouse, or console gamepad? That question has plagued first-person-shooter enthusiasts since time immemorial--or at least, since consoles started supplanting the PC as a viable choice for first-person shooters. Since Counter-Strike: Global Offensive will support cross-platform multiplayer in the PlayStation 3 and PC versions, we decided to see whether a keyboard and mouse would give us an unfair edge over controller FPS players by using the Hori Tactical Assault Commander 3. You might not be surprised to learn that we personally prefer our keyboards and mice--but we didn't quite agree on how a keyboard-and-mouse combo would fare against a controller in a cross-platform scenario.
- 12 October 2011
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How-Tos: How to build a compact gaming PC
We show you how to construct a space-saving gaming PC including an nVidia GTX 570 graphics card for unbeatable performance. UPDATED: 23rd Feb 2012
- 03 October 2011
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How-Tos: How to program software
We introduce you to the secrets of computer programming and show you how to create PC programs from scratch
- 26 August 2011
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How-Tos: How to play your Xbox 360/Playstation 3 through a laptop screen.
It's annoying isn't it? You can watch DVDs and play PC games on your laptop and the picture quality is great, but there is no quick and easy way to play connect your games console to your laptop and play with it using your laptop screen.
- 02 August 2011
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How-Tos: How to upgrade your PC's graphics card
We explain how to install a new graphics card to get maximum gaming power from your desktop PC.
- 27 June 2011
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How-Tos: How to upgrade an old PC to play 3D games
Upgrading an older PC with RAM, OS and graphics updates to play 3D games is fraught with difficulty. But with our simple guidance you should have no problems.
- 27 April 2011
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How-Tos: How to deal with the PlayStation Network hack
Sony has warned that hackers may have obtained PSN users' personal details, potentially including credit card information. How can you tell if you've been affected, and what should you do now?
- 29 March 2011
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How-Tos: How to upgrade an old PC for gaming
I recently got a new laptop and still have my old desktop PC. What would I need to do to turn it into a gaming computer?
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Apple iPhone 5C vs iPhone 5 comparison review: What’s the difference between the iPhone 5c and iPhone 5?
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iPhone 6 release date: When will the iPhone 6 be launched?
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iPad mini 2 release date, specs and price in the UK 2013
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Google Nexus 5 release date, price, photos and specs rumours
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PS4 release date, specs and its backwards compatibility issues: What you need to know about the PlayStation 4
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iPad mini vs Tesco Hudl tablet comparison review: should you buy a Tesco Hudl tablet or an iPad mini?
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Apple iPhone 5C vs iPhone 5 comparison review: What’s the difference between the iPhone 5c and iPhone 5?
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Kindle Fire HD vs Tesco Hudl vs Kindle Fire HD 8.9 tablet comparison review
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LG G2 review: The best smartphone you can buy
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HTC One review: great high-end Android matches, but can't beat the best. A good deal
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How to close running apps in iOS 7: iPhone now works like Android
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How to set a song on your iPhone as a ringtone
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How to format a write-protected USB flash drive or memory card
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How to transfer photos from computer to iPhone the easy way: use Photo Stream
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How to transfer files and apps from Android phone, Android tablet to SD card
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