GoKawiilWe’re starting to hit our stride in 2026. Now that February is here, our reviews team is flush with new devices to test, which means you’ve got a lot to catch up on if you haven’t been following along. Read on for a roundup of the most compelling new gear we’ve tested recently from gaming, PCs, cameras and more.
Nex Playground
Nex 88 100 Expert Score Nex Playground The Nex Playground brings motion-tracked games to the entire family. Consider it the best of the Xbox Kinect in a tiny box. Pros Fun core titles
Solid motion-tracking
Well-designed hardware and UI
Large library of games
Works offline Cons Requires an ongoing subscription to access most games
Needs large open space for play $249 at Amazon Explore More Buying Options $250 at Target$250 at Best Buy
If you still have a fondness for the Xbox Kinect, the Nex Playground might be right up your alley. Senior reporter Devindra Hardawar recently put the tiny box through its paces and found an active gaming experience that’s fun for the whole family. “While I have some concerns about the company’s subscription model, Nex has accomplished a rare feat: It developed a simple box that makes it easy for your entire family to jump into genuinely innovative games and experiences,” he wrote.
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