As of May 2026, the line between console, mobile, and PC gaming has blurred further, especially for blocky favorites like Roblox and Minecraft. With cross-play now a standard expectation and ...

Why crossplay matters: Java and Bedrock editions can’t connect natively, splitting friends across platforms. Crossplay tools like GeyserMC bridge that gap. How GeyserMC works: It acts as a proxy, ...

SFGate and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability are subject to change. The Warriors face the Suns in a win-or-go-home Play-In game with a playoff spot on the ...

The NBA playoffs are nearly upon us. But first, the play-in tournament must take place. A staple of April’s calendar for the last five years, the play-in tournament is the NBA’s appetizer to ...

Minecraft has changed a lot since its early days, but one thing has stayed surprisingly consistent. Survival Multiplayer, better known as SMP, continues to be one of the most popular ways to ...

Many players enjoy multiplayer games without voice chat because they play late at night, don't use a mic, or simply prefer text and pings over constant talking. The good news is that modern online ...

More than a century ago, a scratched-up slab of limestone was excavated in the modern-day Netherlands and later deemed an ancient Roman game board. Since then, the mysterious game has eluded ...

Looking ahead: The first official visual upgrade in Minecraft's 16-year history was released last June for Bedrock Edition players. However, the original Java version has a long road ahead of it ...

James Ratcliff joined GameRant in 2022 as a Gaming News Writer. In 2023, James was offered a chance to become an occasional feature writer for different games and then a Senior Author in 2025. He is a ...

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker participates in the three-point contest during NBA All Star Saturday Night at United Center. Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports The 2026 NBA All-Star Game is bringing ...