Rebecca Spear
Gaming aficionado Rebecca Spear is iMore's dedicated gaming editor with a focus on Nintendo Switch and iOS gaming. You’ll never catch her without her Switch or her iPad Air handy. Rebecca has written thousands of articles in the last six years including hundreds of extensive gaming guides and reviews for Switch and Apple Arcade. She also loves checking out new gaming accessories like iPhone controllers and has her ear to the ground when it comes to covering the next big trend. Some of her favorite franchises are Zelda, Pokémon, and Fire Emblem. When she isn't gaming or serving as a couch for her affectionate corgi and cuddly kitty, Rebecca can be found digitally drawing with her iPad and Apple Pencil while watching Apple TV. If you talk to her while she’s drawing, get ready to hear all about Adobe Fresco and Photoshop cause they are some of her most used programs. She also loves attending comic conventions while cosplaying as her favorite video game characters and purchasing gaming collectibles. On hot summer days, you’ll find her swimming at the local river with her corgi, Penny.
Latest articles by Rebecca Spear
Best iPad pens and stylus options: is Apple Pencil the best?
By Rebecca Spear last updated
The iPad can be used for note-taking, drawing, and precise photo editing when you have the right stylus. Here are the best ones for different situations.
Best third-party controllers for Nintendo Switch 2024
By Rebecca Spear last updated
These third-party Nintendo Switch controllers are a great alternative to the Pro Controller and Joy-Cons.
Best third-party Joy-Cons for Nintendo Switch in 2024
By Rebecca Spear last updated
If you're looking for new Joy-Con controllers for your Nintendo Switch, third-party options are available. Check out our list of the best third-party Joy-Cons for Switch.
Pokémon Sword and Shield: How to catch and evolve Eevee
By Rebecca Spear published
Want to find out where you can catch Eevee and how? Find out the exact location and Eeveelution tactics here!
Pokémon Legends: Arceus — How to catch Giratina
By Rebecca Spear published
Giratina is a Ghost/Dragon Legendary Pokémon that you can battle and capture in Legends: Arceus. But first, you'll have to do a few things in order to unlock it.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons — How to invite villagers to your island or make them move out
By Rebecca Spear published
There are hundreds of villagers in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, but you only have space for up to 10 of them on your island. Here's how to recruit new villagers and remove the ones you don't like.
How to use Animal Crossing amiibo in New Horizons
By Rebecca Spear published
Take advantage of extra perks using amiibo figures and amiibo cards.
How to use a PS4 controller with Nintendo Switch
By Rebecca Spear published
You don't have to buy a Pro Controller to get the best gaming experience on Switch. Just use your PS4 controller!
How to use a PS5 DualSense controller on Switch
By Rebecca Spear published
Already have a PS5 controller lying around? Hook it up to your Switch for a more traditional gamepad experience.
Digital vs. physical Switch games: Which is better?
By Rebecca Spear published
Do you prefer physical cartridges or digital download games for Nintendo Switch? Each type has its merits and faults. Let's discuss!
How to use the hidden web browser on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite
By Rebecca Spear published
If you want to do a little web browsing on your Switch or Switch Lite, there is an answer. Find out how to do it here.
Five Nights at Freddy's: Top tips, hints, and cheats you need to know!
By Rebecca Spear, Allyson Kazmucha last updated
Trying to survive the night at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza? There are some things you can do to increase your chances.
Pokémon Sleep hands-on preview: This may be what gets me into a healthy sleep pattern
By Rebecca Spear published
Hands-on Pokémon Sleep is an app that wants to help you get into better sleeping habits - and it may just work.
How to cancel Apple Arcade, News+, TV+, or other App Store subscriptions
By Luke Filipowicz, Rebecca Spear, Lory Gil last updated
Here's the solution to subscription fatigue.
How to use an Xbox One or Series X controller with iPhone or iPad
By Rebecca Spear last updated
When possible, it's far more comfortable to use a traditional controller like the Xbox Controllers when playing games. Fortunately, connecting a controller to your iPad is easy.
How to set up GeForce NOW on iPhone and iPad
By Rebecca Spear last updated
GeForce NOW allows iOS users to stream free-to-play games as well as games in their personal Steam library. Here's how to get it set up on your iPhone or iPad.
Super Mario is jumping off iPhone — and that's a good thing
By Rebecca Spear published
Opinion Recently, Mario's creator announced that a new Mario game was in the works and that the plumber will not be focusing on mobile games going forward. This is a very good thing.
Best AI image editors: pixel-perfection, every time
By Rebecca Spear published
The best AI image editors can upscale and enhance photos to get rid of grainy textures and smooth out details to perfect effect. Here are the best AI image editors to use.
How to use Midjourney: Sign up process, prompts, and more
By Rebecca Spear published
Midjourney is one of the most popular AI programs that can generate art after being given prompts. Here's how to get it set up and how to use it.
Animal Crossing Festivale: Pavé, items, rainbow feathers, and more
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Our favorite fabulous peacock and the Festivale celebrations are on their way to Animal Crossing. Learn all about the festivities!
How to set up Xbox Cloud Gaming (xCloud) on iOS
By Rebecca Spear last updated
How to play over 100 games from the Xbox Game Pass library on your iPhone or iPad. Setup is simple and the experience is fantastic!
Nintendo recap: New GameCube controller for Switch promises never to drift, if you can manage to buy one
By Rebecca Spear published
NYXI's newest controller takes design cues from GameCube and uses Hall Effect joysticks for no drift. In other news, Pokémon celebrated having 1,000 creatures and a huge BotW glitch was discovered.
Why you should turn off Content Analysis in Adobe Creative Cloud (and how to do it)
By Rebecca Spear published
Adobe Creative Cloud opts all users into Content Analysis by default, which has many creators upset. Here's how to opt out.
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