A Webcam on an Original Xbox Is More Than a Nostalgia Trick

A homebrew camera mod for Microsoft’s first Xbox is a small engineering feat, but it also highlights how quickly a simple peripheral project can turn into a lesson about compatibility, trust, and old hardware boundaries.

A Dice Roll With a Hidden Logic Problem

A PCB-based d20 can be entertaining, but it also shows how even playful hardware can raise questions about who controls the result and how that result is verified.

The Sim Rig That Reminds You Hardware Still Matters

A distinctive controller for simulator-style games is a small reminder that immersion depends on specialized gear, not just software.

Gamepad Gold Rush: Steam Controller Frenzy Sparks Scalper Surge and Technical Debate

Valve’s new Steam Controller vanished from shelves in minutes, fueling a resale bonanza and raising questions about platform limitations and community demand.

Valve says that the Steam Machine will be priced like a PC

Valve announces Steam Machine, a gaming PC that offers a console-like experience