
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

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.

Best third-party Joy-Cons for Nintendo Switch in 2023
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.

Best gaming chairs 2023: game in comfort
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Make long computer sessions more doable with a chair that provides comfortable support for your back and neck. Here are our top picks for the best gaming chairs.

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.

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 Nintendo Switch OLED travel cases 2023
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Grab one of the very best cases to keep your Nintendo Switch OLED model protected. Some even come in awesome Nintendo designs.

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.

How to play Fortnite on iPhone, iPad and Mac
By Rebecca Spear published
Fortnite isn't on The App Store, but you can still play it on iPhone or iPad for free. Here's how to do that.

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.

Best Nintendo Switch games coming in 2023
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Several big Switch games are already slated to release in 2023. Here are all of the ones to look forward to.

How to fix Joy-Con drift on Nintendo Switch
By Rebecca Spear, Christine Chan last updated
The Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers are notorious for drifting, and that can definitely affect your gaming experience in a negative way. Try these quick fixes!

Nintendo recap: Next-gen console predicted for 2024 amid Zelda Switch OLED leaks
By Rebecca Spear published
Industry analysts don't expect a next-gen Nintendo console in 2023. However, images for a Zelda-themed Switch OLED might have leaked early.

All free Nintendo Switch games
By Rebecca Spear, Alex Huebner last updated
If you are on the hunt for free games to play on your Nintendo Switch, we have you covered!

Every Resident Evil game on Nintendo Switch 2023
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Love that adrenaline rush from playing a terrifying video game? Well, we've got a long list of Resident Evil classics just for you, and they are all available on the Nintendo Switch.

Best Nintendo Switch games 2023: Mario, Zelda, and everything in between
By Rebecca Spear last updated
There have been a ton of great games on the Nintendo Switch since its launch. Here are the very best ones for those who are looking to add even more to their collection!

Fire Emblem Engage: All characters (so far), plot, and everything you need to know
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Fire Emblem Engage is the second FE game to be made for Nintendo Switch. Take on the role of Alear as you take down a powerful Fell Dragon with help from classic Fire Emblem heroes.