What it does
PC Gamer covers computer games, player communities and gaming hardware through its website and magazine.
Use the hardware coverage when the question is what a game needs on a computer, and the review when the question is whether you want to play it. Those are related but different decisions. Compare publication dates and tested configurations rather than assuming an older recommendation reflects today’s prices or game updates.
The publication also runs PC Gaming Show events, which are useful for announcements but serve a different purpose from a hardware review. Its site discloses affiliate links, so follow the review’s evidence and the retailer’s current offer as separate steps.
Best for
- Combining PC-game coverage with hardware research
Sources
- About PC Gamer | PC Gamer (Oct 26, 2026)