The Play Journal's guide collection — practical how-tos, settings deep-dives and buying advice for PC, console and handheld gaming.
Articles
- How to Tell If a Game Is CPU or GPU Bound: The 2026 Guide
- How to Fix Lag and Stuttering in PC Games: 2026 Guide
- How to Optimize Gaming Laptop Performance for High-Demand Games
- How to Avoid Scope Creep in Indie Game Development
- Gaming Focus in 2026: How Top Players Stay Sharp
- How to Stay Focused for Hours: Gaming Focus Tips That Work
- How to Stream Your Gameplay on Twitch With OBS Studio (2026 Guide)
- How to Watch Esports Tournaments Live: The 2026 Complete Guide
- How to Get Into RPG Games: A Beginner's Roadmap for 2025
- RPG Games Master Guide: Best Titles, Subgenres & How to Start
- How to Build a Game Streaming PC: Hardware, Budget, and Specs
- Common Indie Game Development Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
- Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 Update Steam Deck Performance Settings Guide
- Best Accessibility Features in Modern Video Games: 2026 Guide
- What Is a Battle Pass in Video Games? The Complete Guide
- How Does Cloud Gaming Work? The Complete 2026 Guide
- What Is the 20-20-20 Rule for Gaming? Your Complete Eye-Health Guide
- What Is the 20-20-20 Rule for Gaming? Your Eye-Health Guide