South of Midnight wins the BAFTA for New Intellectual Property, beating titles like Split Fiction and ARC Raiders, marking Xboxโs only award at this yearโs ceremony.
Microsoft Rewards is rolling out a new tiered system with Member, Silver, and Gold levels, alongside increased earning potential and monthly bonuses, though early user reactions remain mixed.
I'm always impressed with the custom PC gaming builds shared online, but sometimes there's a project that really sets itself apart. This time it's a PC built into a sleek LEGO frame, and you have to see it to believe it.
The HyperX CloudX is one of Xbox's best value-for-money headsets with audio, comfort, and build quality that surpasses budget-friendly competition. What's more is that its affordable price just got cheaper with 36% discount.
Just because your old laptop can't use Windows 11 doesn't mean it should become e-waste. In fact, you can recycle it and actually use it to reduce your spending on cloud subscription services.
To celebrate the Metro 2039 reveal, 4A Games has made the Metro games cheaper than ever on Xbox and other platforms for a limited time. Take advantage!
Recently, Xbox's games chief Matt Booty was asked which upcoming projects from the brand stand out, and the RPG Clockwork Revolution came to mind for him.
People of Note is a turn-based RPG musical available now on Xbox from Iridium Studios and Annapurna Interactive blending turn-based RPG mechanics that follows a would-be popstar that has to assemble a genre-bending band of musicians and experience music in a whole new light.
New findings tied to Xboxโs TRITON and Duet codenames suggest Microsoft could introduce monthly cloud gaming limits. The potential changes do align with broader efforts to reshape Game Pass pricing and tiers.
The ASUS ROG Swift 32" 4K OLED Gaming Monitor (PG32UCDP) is a perfect fit for both cinematic single-player and competitive multiplayer games, thanks to its dual-mode with 480Hz refresh rates, and it's now on a 31% discount.
I came across Sniffnet the other day, and after installing it on my PC, I can safely say it's sticking around. It's a free and open-source network monitor that's easy to use, efficient, and quite deep. Here's what you need to know.
Turtle Beach has unveiled the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II wireless gaming headset along with details on its auditory capabilities, release date, and pre-order availability.
Xboxโs April 2026 system update introduces per game Quick Resume controls, expanded Home customization, improved personalization, and new indicators for streaming and save data.
Metro remains one of the best and most immersive shooter franchises of its era, and Metro 2039 looks to absolutely continue that tradition. 4A games offers us our first glimpse in partnership with Xbox.
Lord of Hatred is spoiling its own secrets. Why I think Blizzardโs marketing risks killing the hype for it's own expansion by revealing too much story content.
Intel has unveiled its new Core Series 3 "Wildcat Lake" mobile CPUs designed to be more affordable, and I'm optimistic that they'll be a decent antidote to rising PC prices.
The Panasonic Toughbook 56 tightens up what made the 55 MK3 useful and adds faster networking, newer Intel Series 2 CPUs, WiโFi 7, and a stronger security stack โ all in a highly modular package built for long field deployments.
Microsoft has rolled out a fastโtrack process to reinstate suspended Windows Hardware Developer accounts, easing recovery for critical driver publishers.
Microsoft veteran Scott Hanselman, VP of Developer Community, built Peek Desktop (inspired by macOS Sonoma's Click Wallpaper to Reveal Desktop feature) to help Windows 11 users easily hide all open windows with a single click on the desktop.
In a desperate bid to win over students, Microsoft has launched a new promo that bundles a year of Microsoft's subscriptions with the purchase of select new Windows 11 PCs.
A BlueHammer zero-day Windows exploit was in the wild for two weeks before Microsoft addressed it, and even then, the solution is leaving some security experts concerned. Is this a failing on the part of Microsoft's Security Response Center?
Crimson Desert has surpassed 5 million sales within its first month, with Pearl Abyss confirming the milestone as player engagement remains strong across PC.
The Beelink SER9 Pro+ is a well-made, premium mini-PC built with strong performance rates for productivity (and a little bit for medium-level PC gaming) and a compact form-factor that will preserve space on your desk.
Is Starfield coming to Nintendo Switch 2? A new rating suggests that it is, though recent reports claim the port in development has been difficult to make.
A Steam backend update suggests expanded price history tracking could be on the way. The feature highlights a gap on Xbox, where users still rely on third party tools to track game pricing.
Xbox Game Camp returns in 2026 with a new program in Minneapolis, offering a 12 week training course for young developers to build games, learn key skills, and create a portfolio with Microsoft.
Several discounts have been discovered for the Seagate Storage Expansion Cards for Xbox, giving people a chance to increase the storage space of their Xbox's (and PC's via a special peripheral) for less.
ID@Xbox director Guy Richards says Xbox Game Pass boosts game discovery and can drive sales beyond Xbox platforms, highlighting its wider impact across the industry.
Forza Horizon 6 may well be upon us, but the franchise owes its roots to the first Horizon Festival in Colorado almost 14 years ago. Take a trip down memory lane with this epic retrospective.
AppControl has replaced Task Manager on my PCs, and it seems like it's just getting started. The latest update adds optional AI integration that answers questions regarding system history, which is basically like having your own private IT tech inside your system.
Our sister site, Tom's Guide, just launched its overhaul, featuring all-new shopping tools and exciting prospects for the future. Here's what it all means.
ASUS now has Zenbook A16 and Zenbook S 16 models on the market, and at first glance, they seem quite similar. But once you get inside, differences begin to appear. I've put together this comparison based on our reviews of both laptops to help you make the right decision.
Turtle Beach's Stealth 700 (Gen 3) gaming headset is back on sale for a 33% discount, so players can enjoy its immaculate soundscapes and comfortable ergonomics at a lower price.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition laptop is having a Doorstopper discount at Lenovo, giving business professionals a chance to own its powerful specs for office work for 18% less.
Microsoft Excel was originally created as competition for Lotus 1-2-3, which has had lasting effects on my favorite spreadsheet software. Here's how a small shortcut taken in the '80s has lasted through until 2026.
Reported Starfield sales on PS5 suggest a slower start than expected, raising questions about Xboxโs multiplatform strategy and whether moving away from exclusivity impacts hardware value.
Overwatch Season 2: Summit arrived today, and itโs a massive update introducing high-octane DPS hero Sierra and a bounty of rewards to earn on an all-new battle pass.
Bethesda's Todd Howard says Fallout 76 and Starfield were different than its usual RPGs by design, as the devs "have ideas that we want to get out there."
A Reddit user has found a way to use an Xbox Expansion Card on PC with a CFexpress adapter, potentially giving unused storage a second life with faster-than-SATA SSD speeds.
Microsoft's 7th Edition Surface, one of the best AI laptops we use daily for its supreme workflow performance and perfected clamshell, is now 38% off to defy the recently announced price hikes.
Retro Bethesda-style RPG mechanics get a fresh new life in Dread Delusion, a bite-sized RPG that shakes off the aesthetics and mechanics of modern RPGs and embraces nostalgia and low-poly visuals.
Alienware's QD-OLED displays are popular, but they're often priced too high to make economical sense. This new 27-inch model, starting at $349, aims to change that, and it's now available to buy.
Leaked data reveals how GTA Online performs across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, showing higher spending per player on Xbox and significantly stronger overall revenue on console compared to PC.
A new report expands on earlier allegations surrounding Halo Studios, with former developers raising concerns about leadership, workplace culture, and internal handling of serious issues.
A new rumor suggests NVIDIA is nearing the end of negotiations to buy a large company in the PC industry, but it's so far unclear which company exactly or if the rumor is even true. Here's what we know so far.
The full Forza Horizon 6 achievement list has appeared online ahead of release, revealing 57 achievements worth 1000 Gamerscore and outlining progression and completion goals for players.
Microsoft is raising prices on all its current Surface PC offerings, with the midrange devices now starting at above $1,000, and flagships starting at $1,500.
A new update now rolling out globally will give users the option to skip the update process when setting up a new Windows 11 PC, speeding up the experience two-fold.
Is Marvel Rivals running natively on Snapdragon X laptops? Qualcomm's gradual gaming push continues with a collaboration with NetEase and 25 "adapted" games.
YouTube Major Hardware went into this project expecting to land a meme, but the end result is too good to abandon. Here's how you, too, can build a 15-fan side panel for your gaming PC.
After announcing its intentions to kill the Outlook Lite app about eight months ago, a firm end-of-life date has now been revealed. It's time to find an alternative if you haven't already.
The ASUS Vivobook 14, a laptop that prioritizes reliable productivity performance rates and storage over flashy looks and gimmicks, now with a 40% discount.
Windows 11 on Arm has come a long way, but many reviewers and commenters fall back on horror stories of incompatibility that haven't been true for years.
Looking for a Windows Search alternative? OmniSearch delivers instant results, file previews, and a duplicate finder tool in one modern Windows 11 app.
We have found a 33% discount on the Razer Barracuda X, one of our favorite budget gaming headsets with top-notch audio quality in both wireless and wired modes and a vast compatibility with a wide range of gaming platforms.
Valve's Steam Deck is a great piece of hardware that runs SteamOS out of the box. What about Windows? Well, it's possible, but not without some help from a community of enthusiasts.
Millions of Windows users were left exposed to malicious attacks after Microsoft suspended VPN and encryption developer accounts, blocking critical security updates.
Reference to something called SteamGPT has appeared in a datamined Steam update, which could mean that Valve is bringing in AI to help speed up support requests and to buff anti-cheat. Here's what you need to know.
Microsoft removes SaRA from Windows 11 and replaces it with Get Help CLI. Learn how to get started to troubleshoot apps like Outlook, Office, and Teams issues.
A band of survivors, outcasts, and quite literal aliens in an unforgiving world: What is arguably Warcraft's most iconic faction is gradually being erased. And it's a shame.
The former Bethesda publishing head explains why he stayed after the acquisition, detailing growing frustration, declining mental health, and why he ultimately chose to leave
A recent podcast from Jez Corden reports that Drew Murray may be working on Blizzardโs rumored StarCraft shooter, offering new insight into the projectโs potential development team and current status.
The GameSir Super Nova is an underrated PC gaming controller with a sturdy build, responsive controls enhanced by tech you'd normally find in premium controllers, and a budget-friendly price tag that's been cheapened further with this 33% discount.
Even if Microsoft perfects the Surface Pro 12, it still wonโt be the device Iโve been waiting for. The one accessory that made the Surface Pro feel like a real laptop vanished โ and Microsoft never replaced it.
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