PC Gaming
Coverage of PC Gaming in the Nexus archive.
- Modern Blu-ray drives can now rip GameCube, Wii, and Xbox 360 games to PC
Modern Blu-ray drives, using third-party firmware, can now rip physical GameCube, Wii, and Xbox 360 games to PC. This development allows users to transfer console games to their computers, bypassing traditional playback limitations.
- Steam Controller: The Ars Technica review
Valve's Steam Controller is a well-built device designed for PC gaming and the Steam Machine, but the review questions its value due to a high price and lack of differentiation from competitors like the Xbox controller. The controller features ergonomic rear buttons and responsive face buttons, though its $99 price tag is seen as a drawback.
- Valve Steam Controller review: A gamepad in search of a console
The Valve Steam Controller is a customizable gamepad designed for PC gaming, aiming to bridge the gap between console and PC controls. Its design seeks to adapt PC gaming experiences for console-like usability, though its success remains uncertain.