The Men's Field Guide

Gaming

11 articles

A sleek, retro-futuristic spaceship battles enemies in a colorful, asteroid-filled space, inspired by the classic Star Fox games.
Fuel & Fire

Indie Devs Craft Star Fox-Inspired Games

A new wave of indie games like Ex-Zodiac and Whisker Squadron: Survivor are not just echoing the classic Star Fox series, but are actively redefining the rail-shooter genre for a modern audience.

Amélie Girard·June 28, 2026
A gamer looking at an empty Steam Controller box with a digital clock in the background showing the year 2027, symbolizing long shipping delays.
Fuel & Fire

Steam Controller order delays stretch into 2027

New orders for Valve's Steam Controller now face estimated shipping windows stretching into 2027, a wait time that dwarfs typical hardware launches.

Amélie Girard·June 19, 2026
The Xbox logo is shown in a state of flux, symbolizing Microsoft's potential spin-off of its gaming division amidst strategic uncertainty.
The Wellness Brief

Microsoft Weighs Spinning Off Its Xbox Gaming Division

Despite a $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Microsoft reportedly explores spinning off its Xbox gaming unit. The company examines various futures for the division, including a subsidia

Amélie Girard·June 14, 2026
A new Valve VR headset is revealed in a high-tech warehouse, symbolizing a significant upcoming launch in the virtual reality market.
Grooming Notes

Valve VR headset import volume surges for upcoming launch

On June 10th, Valve offloaded 32 metric tons of 'Virtual Reality Devices' into US warehouses, just one week after 40,000 kg of 'game consoles' arrived.

Amélie Girard·June 13, 2026
A futuristic Xbox console with holographic projections of game icons and subscription data, symbolizing a shift in business strategy.
The Wellness Brief

Xbox explores radical new console business models for 2026

Xbox's hardware revenue has plummeted by over 30% in recent quarters, forcing Microsoft to reevaluate its entire console strategy for the next generation, according to Fortune .

Amélie Girard·June 10, 2026
Epic battle scene from Minecraft Dungeons 2, showcasing characters fighting monsters with magical weapons in a dynamic, colorful environment.
The Getaway Plan

Minecraft Dungeons 2 Arrives September 29, 2026, with New Features

Minecraft Dungeons II is set to launch on September 29, 2026, across multiple platforms.

Javier Romero·June 8, 2026
The new translucent green Xbox Series X25 console with a light-up controller, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Xbox brand.
Home Base

Microsoft Unveils Translucent Green Xbox Series X25

This November, Microsoft is releasing a translucent green Xbox Series X25 console, complete with a 1TB SSD and a light-up Xbox insignia on its matching controller, to mark the 25th anniversary of its ic

Mei Lin·June 8, 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 stage with 'Final Fantasy VII Revelation' logo prominently displayed, signifying major game announcements and future release windows.
Fuel & Fire

Summer Game Fest 2026 reveals new titles and release windows

Final Fantasy VII Revelation, the long-awaited conclusion to Square Enix's epic remake trilogy, was announced for a Spring 2027 launch at Summer Game Fest 2026, immediately setting the tone for a futu

Amélie Girard·June 7, 2026
Cloud Strife and companions gaze upon a sprawling metropolis, symbolizing the conclusion of the Final Fantasy VII Remake saga.
The Getaway Plan

Final Fantasy VII Revelation concludes Remake trilogy, releasing 2027

Final Fantasy VII Revelation, the final installment of the Remake trilogy, is slated for a simultaneous global launch across all platforms in Spring 2027.

Javier Romero·June 6, 2026
A Steam Deck OLED displaying Coffee Talk Tokyo in a cozy, rain-streaked coffee shop setting, highlighting the game's immersive and relaxing portable gaming experience.
Culture Compass

Coffee Talk Tokyo Sets New Portable Gaming Standard for 2026

On a Steam Deck OLED, players can immerse themselves in the narrative world of Coffee Talk Tokyo for over six hours on a single charge, brewing virtual drinks and solving patrons' problems.

Javier Romero·May 23, 2026
A lone figure in a noir-inspired city street at night, holding a notebook, under a neon sign.
The Getaway Plan

Zero Parades: Disco Elysium spiritual successor game

Eurogamer hailed 'Zero Parades: For Dead Spies' as a 'narrative distillation of the familiar into a messy, painful journey,' awarding it a perfect 5/5 score.

Javier Romero·May 18, 2026