Marshall Honorof
Marshall Honorof is a senior editor for Tom's Guide, overseeing the site's coverage of gaming hardware and software. He comes from a science writing background, having studied paleomammalogy, biological anthropology, and the history of science and technology.
After earning a B.A. in Writing Seminars from Johns Hopkins University, Marshall started his journalism career at The Escapist as a news writer and game reviewer. Since then, he has covered a variety of topics for Tom’s Guide, including security, streaming and productivity.
Over the past decade, Marshall has helped establish Tom’s Guide as a top destination for gaming hardware reviews. After launching the site’s very first buying guide, which was about gaming mice, he branched off into keyboards, headsets, monitors, desktops, laptops and gaming consoles. So far, he has covered the launch of the PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, as well as the flagship games for each system.
Marshall is also a veteran of tech industry trade shows, having covered CES, E3, IFA, GDC, NYCC, PAX East, PAX West, SXSW and a variety of smaller events.
After hours, you can find him practicing taekwondo or doing deep dives on classic sci-fi. When he’s not reviewing games for work, he prefers to play RPGs and strategy titles.
Latest articles by Marshall Honorof
Logitech G333 review
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Logitech G333 demonstrates that gaming earbuds can be functional, stylish and affordable — although not necessarily that comfortable.
How to play the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II multiplayer beta
By Marshall Honorof published
If you want to play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II a few months early, you can participate in the open beta, which will take place in four different sessions throughout September.
PSVR2 see-through mode just revealed ahead of launch
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The PlayStation VR2's new features include a see-through mode to help players navigate their real-world spaces, a broadcast mode and a neat cinematic mode.
PSVR 2 hands-on roundup: The good and the bad so far
By Marshall Honorof published
The PSVR 2 seems to have excellent controllers, but a lot about the device is still a mystery
Nintendo Direct September 2022: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, GoldenEye, Pikmin 4 and more
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Nintendo Direct for September 2022 ran for about 40 minutes, and focused primarily on “Nintendo Switch games launching this winter”
Assassin's Creed Mirage will be the next game in the series
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Assassin's Creed Mirage will be the next game in Ubisoft's long-running franchise, and we'll hear more about it on September 10.
Like Xenoblade Chronicles 3? Here's the 11 best JRPGs on Nintendo Switch
By Marshall Honorof last updated
When you’re in the mood for a long anime-style adventure, pick up one of the best JRPGs on Nintendo Switch. The Switch plays host to Dragon Quest, Final Fantasy, Fire Emblem, Tales and more.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth just got a trailer — and a release window
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will debut “next winter,” and feature some fan-favorite characters
Final Fantasy XIV is free to play — and it's definitely worth your time
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Final Fantasy XIV is an excellent MMORPG, and the free trial lets you experience a huge chunk of it with few restrictions.
PS5 update adds 1440p output — with one big caveat
By Marshall Honorof published
PS5 users can now download a new software update, which introduces 1440p resolution. The feature won’t work with the system’s variable refresh rate, however.
After Siege of Paris, I think I'm done with Assassin's Creed
By Marshall Honorof last updated
After playing Assassin's Creed: The Siege of Paris, I may be ready to put down the series for good.
Bad news, Halo Infinite fans: Split-screen co-op is dead
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Halo Infinite won't have a split-screen co-op mode, unlike its predecessors. However, you'll be able to play the campaign with friends online, starting on November 8.
5 ways Assassin’s Creed Mirage could fix the series
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Assassin’s Creed Mirage could represent a return to form for Ubisoft’s long-running series, if it’s willing to embrace stealthier gameplay, more grounded stories and a smaller explorable world.
Halo Infinite Season 2 delivers dozens of big changes
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Halo Infinite Season 2 is one of the most substantial additions to the game so far, with a new Battle Pass, story-driven multiplayer events and plenty of fixes.
Xbox Game Pass Friends and Family announced: What you need to know
By Marshall Honorof published
Microsoft has revealed pricing, availability and functionality details for the Xbox Game Pass Friends and Family plan. Right now, though, you have to live in either Colombia or Ireland to use it.
Fall gaming preview 2022: God of War Ragnarok, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and more
By Marshall Honorof last updated
With new entries in beloved series such as Overwatch, Bayonetta, Call of Duty, God of War and Pokémon, plus a handful of original titles, 2022 should have a robust fall gaming release schedule.
Call of Duty is officially coming to Xbox Game Pass — and PlayStation
By Marshall Honorof published
Microsoft has committed to adding beloved Activision Blizzard franchises to Xbox Game Pass, including Call of Duty, Overwatch and Diablo. But Call of Duty will retain parity across all platforms.
I just tried Xbox Game Pass on Samsung smart TVs — and it's nearly flawless
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Xbox Game Pass subscribers will soon be able to stream hundreds of games directly to Samsung Smart TVs, and the technology looks impressive so far.
Meta Quest 2 price hike is pure greed — and bad for VR
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Facebook has no excuse to plead poverty over the Meta Quest 2
Unlike PS5, Xbox and Switch won’t get price hikes — yet
By Marshall Honorof last updated
While the PS5 just underwent a substantial price hike all around the world, Microsoft and Nintendo have no plans to follow suit with the Xbox Series X/S and the Switch.
I used a vertical mouse for a week — here's what happened
By Marshall Honorof last updated
I used the Logitech Lift for a week, and learned that while vertical mice have their pros and cons, they aren’t for everyone.
The Switch could be an amazing retro console, so why isn’t it?
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Nintendo Switch will soon get 15 classic N64 games. But when it comes to NES, SNES and Game Boy titles, Nintendo’s handheld hybrid has a long way to go.
Nintendo Switch five years later: What we love and hate
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Nintendo Switch has delighted, and frustrated, gamers for five whole years. The Tom’s Guide staff discusses what we love about the handheld hybrid, and what still needs work.
The 10-year-old PlayStation Vita still beats the Nintendo Switch
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The PlayStation Vita never really took off for Sony, which is a shame, considering the system’s excellent game library, intuitive interface, gorgeous screen and long battery life.
Xbox Series S games could soon look and play much better — here’s how
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Microsoft’s latest version of the Game Development Kit frees up hundreds of megabytes of memory for games on the Xbox Series S, which could lead to improved graphics and performance in the future.
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