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Romeo Is A Dead Man review: the weirdest game of 2026

Steve Boxer published 10 February 26

Suda51’s artistically playful, time and space-travelling action extravaganza will surely be the most off-the-wall game of the year.

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Controversial Overwatch character to be redesigned after fan backlash

Joe Foley published 10 February 26

Even the character's voice actor called for a redesign.

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5 laminators that are perfect for creatives

Beth Nicholls last updated 10 February 26

I've picked out the best portable and tabletop laminators, all at varying budgets.

Three sets of the best budget IEMs on sale right now.

Audiophile sound for less: The best budget-friendly in-ear monitors

Beren Neale last updated 10 February 26

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Star Rune typing game

Explosive new game aims to teach the iPad generation to type

Joe Foley published 10 February 26

Dragon Ball Z-inspired Star Rune may have invented a new genre.

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This Apple Easter egg has been hiding in plain sight

Natalie Fear published 10 February 26

It’s a homage to its iconic Think Different campaign.

SNES games

The great SNES debate: which game is the best of all time?

Ian Dean published 10 February 26

Tell us in the comments!

A man in a sci-fi mask — Romeo Is A Dead Man review: the weirdest game of 2026 Suda51’s artistically playful, time and space-travelling action extravaganza will surely be the most off-the-wall game of the year.

Anran in Overwatch — Controversial Overwatch character to be redesigned after fan backlash Even the character's voice actor called for a redesign.

The Star Rune typing game — Explosive new game aims to teach the iPad generation to type Dragon Ball Z-inspired Star Rune may have invented a new genre.

Apple emojis — This Apple Easter egg has been hiding in plain sight It’s a homage to its iconic Think Different campaign.

Design

Dunkin' Donuts Super Bowl ad

Dunkin’ Donuts digitally de-aged ‘90s actors and I’m terrified

By Natalie Fear published 10 February 26

The Super Bowl ad has sparked scathing AI allegations.

New Super Bowl logo, same old conspiracy theory

By Rosie Hilder published 9 February 26

What secrets is 2027's logo hiding?

Art

Book cover art showing a wizard in a laboratory

How to go from rough sketch to stunning book cover art in three steps

By Ivan Shavrin, Joe Foley published 10 February 26

Discover how Marvel and DC artist Ivan Shavrin brings the energy of his initial sketch to his final cover art.

Digital art

Discover the tools helping 2D artists push their work in exciting new directions

By Tanya Combrinck published 9 February 26

Three artists tell us about how they're exploring the use of 3D tools and game engines.

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Lion King animator Aaron Blaise reveals his favourite tools

By Aaron Blaise published 8 February 26

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3D

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How to light a 3D sculpt quickly using just one HDRI texture

By Ian Dean published 10 February 26

Speed up your 3D workflow with this texture-based lighting approach.

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Cheap game design tricks revealed: from Halo to Half Life

By Joe Foley published 10 February 26

A dev's shared the ingenious shortcuts used to create graphics on the cheap.

Video Game Design

Branding & Advertising

Dunkin' Donuts Super Bowl ad

Dunkin’ Donuts digitally de-aged ‘90s actors and I’m terrified

By Natalie Fear published 10 February 26

The Super Bowl ad has sparked scathing AI allegations.

New Super Bowl logo, same old conspiracy theory

By Rosie Hilder published 9 February 26

What secrets is 2027's logo hiding?

Starbucks/Adidas/Snapchat/CNN/Mobil logos

The 5 basic types of logo and how to use them

By Tom May last updated 9 February 26

We explain the different types of logo and when to use each one.

Video Game Design & Gaming

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Yakuza Kiwami 3 on Switch 2 is a paradise for niche Sega retro curios

By Alan Wen published 9 February 26

The shortest entry in the series gets an expansive remake that's worth investing in.

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Nintendo Switch vs Switch Lite: which should you buy?

By Beth Nicholls last updated 6 February 26

Versus Which Switch? That depends on how you want to play.

AI

AI caricature

This viral AI caricature trend is everywhere – here’s how to make one in ChatGPT

By Ian Dean published 9 February 26

It reveals how much AI knows about you.

Help! Moltbook has turned me into an AI bot voyeur

By Joe Foley published 9 February 26

There's something fascinating about watching bots discuss AI art.

British Museum AI ads

I can’t ignore the irony of the British Museum’s AI scandal

By Natalie Fear published 7 February 26

How did this get approved?

Technology

Krakow, Poland - November 6, 2025. Close-up editorial image shows a hand holding the latest Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange, against a black background, highlighting the phone’s unique colour and camera design. The shot captures current consumer technology trends and the distinct design choices of Apple devices. This editorial photo is suitable for articles, reviews, and technology news related to smartphones, Apple products, or mobile innovation.

Why Apple's 'Hermès' orange iPhone is going viral in China

By Daniel John published 9 February 26

Orange really is the new black.

Phones & Tablets

MacBook Pro cases

I've found some of the best laptop cases for MacBook users

By Beth Nicholls published 9 February 26

If you own an Apple laptop (be it Air or Pro), you need these accessories.

TikTok's favourite headphones are 20% off

By Daniel John published 7 February 26

Take my sound advice and buy these headphones.

Headphones & Earbuds

Creative Inspiration

Valentine's Day Collection of gifts

Forget flowers, these craft kits are the perfect Valentine’s Day gifts

By Natalie Fear published 4 February 26

From pottery to painting, it’s time to switch up date night.

Creative Inspiration

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Cricut Explore 3 vs Cricut Maker 3: which craft cutter is for you?

By Ian Dean last updated 3 February 26

Versus We pit the Cricut Explore 3 vs Cricut's Maker 3 craft machines to determine the best value.

Taste will be the new creative superpower in 2026

By Sam Beek published 27 January 26

AI slop won't homogenise creativity if humans step up.

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A variety of pages from issue 263 of ImagineFX magazine.

Learn key techniques to draw and paint with issue 263 of ImagineFX

By Rob Redman published 10 February 26

Our new issue is packed with expert advice to help you up your illustration game.

Artistic Tips & Techniques

Yakuza Kiwami 3

Yakuza Kiwami 3 on Switch 2 is a paradise for niche Sega retro curios

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By Natalie Fear published 8 February 26

Super Keen's creative director talks pet peeves and the mystery of her disappearing synesthesia.

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