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- April 23
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- "Over 2 billion matches restored": I'm diving back into my Bungie-era Halo stats with this incredible fan-made 'Halo Archive'
- The quiet surrender: Why Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam all handed social to Discord
- 5 more AWESOME Xbox April indies: Take a break from getting beat up in Hades 2
- "If it continues like this WoW will inevitably die": World of Warcraft players beg Blizzard to slow down — for all the wrong reasons
- April 22
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- Microsoft says Xbox Game Pass is getting more old Call of Duty games in 2026 after price drop, loss of day-one releases — which ones do you want to see?
- “Personally, I’d be open to a Halo extraction shooter” — Halo Studios reportedly abandons battle royale and pivots to a different style. Here’s what that means.
- "If we can have this beautiful machine ... that's what I want to see": The dev of this Xbox Game Pass hit is working on 15 projects and opening 2 new studios
- “Teaming up again” — Xbox CEO signals deeper Discord integration built around Game Pass flexibility and cross‑platform play
- “We wanted to make sure the shape mattered” — Double Fine explains how KILN’s sculpted art defines its combat and characters
- "Once again, Geekom has created a fantastic machine with the A6": this mini-PC with AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and 16GB RAM is a cut above the rest at this price
- "Big power, small package": One of Geekom's latest mini-PCs for stomping productivity with high-performance rates is now 21% off just for today
- Metro author confirms Metro 2039's protagonist main character is voiced, unlike Artyom and a first for the series — and "he’s got things to say"
- Set up a safe testing lab with Hyper‑V and Windows Sandbox
- Clipchamp is going backward: Microsoft will retire iOS app instead of making an Android one
- “Checkout, right in the app?” — Copilot’s shopping upgrade adds mobile checkout and merchant data from 500,000 sellers
- MAINGEAR’s MG‑1 MK II upgrades CPU, cooling, and expandability to turn a compact mini PC into a true desktop replacement
- Microsoft has been trying to fix Windows 11's annoying white flash bug in File Explorer for over 2 years: Has it finally done it?
- "Did Ookla just leak Windows vNext UI?": Or is this just a macOS mockup on Windows 11
- Xbox is cleaning house for next-gen, and Social Clubs were just in the way: Is it moving further away from its social roots?
- Did Asha Sharma kill another ill-fated Xbox project? The "Xbox Mobile Store" seems to be dead. [UPDATE: Xbox responds]
- Portable monitor with 12,000+ five‑star reviews is back on sale — compact, reliable, and easy to recommend
- Microsoft says Windows 11’s built-in 'Defender' antivirus is "usually sufficient" for most PC users: "I haven't used a 3rd party antivirus since XP"
- Microsoft sued for £2.8B in the UK — what that means for Azure customers
- "A heartfelt thank you": After 28 years, Microsoft legend, former Halo exec and Xbox Film/TV lead Kiki Wolfkill has left the company
- April 21
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- Baldur's Gate 3 director reacts to Xbox Game Pass removing Call of Duty from day one access alongside price drop — "It is a good thing creatively"
- "I think I know someone who would be perfect for that role": Is former Xbox director Larry Hryb 'Major Nelson' teasing interest in Microsoft's Xbox senior manager position?
- How to move the Windows 11 Taskbar and restore the classic look
- "Inspired by the winding Touge roads of Japan": This limited Forza Horizon 6 Xbox gear caught my eye, and I'm tempted
- Surface fans are now 3D‑printing the hardware Microsoft won’t build
- "An excellent controller and a great value": I wish more Hall-Effect Xbox controllers had this price tag — another GameSir winner
- "Blows every past Surface Pro away and competes with the best Windows laptops": Our favorite Snapdragon X Elite PC says 'No' to rising prices
- “It may feel different at first”: Microsoft Teams will stop you from leaving meetings or raising your hand accidentally
- “Coming soon”: It looks like you'll finally be able to spend Microsoft Rewards directly on your Xbox console
- "Protect and elevate the Xbox brand": Microsoft hires for major new comms role, pointing to a potential shift in PR strategy
- Windows Central Podcast: What's next for Surface? We break down the leaks
- OpenAI’s new feature is just like Windows Recall: Chronicle makes its Codex smarter by remembering your screen — Microsoft tried that, and it blew up in controversy
- "Project Helix will be available as a 1st party Xbox console": Microsoft pushes back on swirling third-party hardware rumors
- Parents Decide Act pushes Windows 11 and others towards forced age verification, collecting "any information as is necessary"
- April 20
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- Buy the first Kingdom Come: Deliverance RPG on Steam right now, and you can help save its most iconic castle IRL — it's crazy cheap for Steam Medieval Fest
- Xbox's Starfield just topped US game sales for the first time since launch after its PS5 release — is Bethesda's RPG selling well on PlayStation after all?
- It's time for Xbox to stop apologizing for its existence
- "it’s an understatement to say it’s an amazing value for the money": How is it that this Hall Effect Xbox controller with 1000Hz Polling on PC is this cheap?
- “Why can ThinkPads do this but Surface can’t?” — A perfect repair score exposes Microsoft’s hardware gap
- Microsoft and Xbox just announced a new games showcase coming this week — here's when it is, what to expect, and how to watch
- “How is this not getting more attention?” — Wolverine V3 Pro might be the most advanced Xbox/PC controller ever at this price
- “This update broke BitLocker for me” — Windows 11’s April patch is locking out PCs, but here’s the fix that works
- I tested this Windows 11 customization app with 42 million downloads — why aren't more people discussing it?
- A new wave of Xbox Game Pass titles lands this week, including a Vampire Survivors spin‑off and classic Final Fantasy
- Windows Wrap: Surface prices climb and ambition shrinks — plus Surface Pro 12 rumors, Windows 11 modders, Start menu fixes, and Rewards shakeups
- Vampire Crawlers review (Xbox Game Pass) — the creators of Vampire Survivors have built yet another addictive pixelated masterpiece
- “Grim prognosis”: Former PlayStation CEO questions Game Pass as new Xbox CEO would "love to chat."
- "The vault is solid, the delivery truck is not" — strong key storage, shaky transfer: why this Windows Recall feature raises new security questions
- Microsoft is finally adding the right kind of AI support to Windows 11 as it struggles to combat AI popularity on Mac
- “This company reeks of desperation”: Microsoft is giving away $1 million and a Mercedes-Benz just to get you to use Edge
- April 19
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- World of Warcraft finally kills 'pirate' server Turtle WoW ... but there are real lessons as to why it was so popular
- 14 defaults I think are worth changing: Windows 11 feels modern, but many out‑of‑box settings push services, tracking, and clutter.
- I tested 5 PC games on the ASUS Zenbook A16 with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme: Is Windows on ARM improving?
- Retro gaming PCs are booming in 2026, and not just for nostalgia — Here's the story behind it and how to build your own on the cheap
- “Yes, we’re beginning to look into port options”: critically acclaimed Sword of the Sea could be heading to Xbox
- “You’ll get good performance with the OmniBook X Flip” as HP’s AI‑focused 2‑in‑1 pairs long battery life with dependable speed for real‑world workloads
- April 18
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- Zorin OS 18.1 adds guided migrations, stronger app compatibility and wider hardware support, making switching from Windows far more practical for millions [clone]
- “A solid list from the community,” as Reddit users highlight 10 open‑source apps that run great on Windows 11 and deserve more attention
- “Looking into this” as Xbox’s new CEO steps in after an Insider update reportedly bricks a Series S and raises fresh concerns
- “A surprise BAFTA result lands” as South of Midnight outperforms expectations and a new winner takes the spotlight
- “Yeah… it’s not so good,” as Microsoft confirms major Rewards changes in May and what it means for anyone who relies on daily point earning
- "Is there a better introduction to PC gaming?" This incredible LEGO PC build shows how far creativity can go — I'm inspired to build my own
- “A great pick for budget audiophiles” as this Xbox gaming headset delivers impressive sound quality at an entry‑level price
- Your old Windows laptop is worth more than you think: I found 5 projects that can replace cloud subscriptions
- April 17
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- After Xbox's big Metro 2039 reveal, it just got the best deal on 4A Games' franchise I've ever seen — get every Metro game dirt cheap while you can
- "Hold management accountable. Protect the devs": Former Halo art director implores fans to direct anger "where it belongs" after allegations of "unlawful acts"
- "It really is coming along": Xbox games head Matt Booty was asked which upcoming game from Microsoft stands out — here's what he said (and why I agree)
- Xbox Game Pass price gets a massive price cut — Here's the details and the fate of Call of Duty for 2026
- 'People of Note': Turn-based combat becomes a full-blown musical experience in this new Xbox Play Anywhere title from Annapurna Interactive
- Microsoft plans major Start menu upgrades for Windows 11 with better customization and performance: Users will soon be able to resize it and toggle off entire areas of Start
- "Cloud Gaming with monthly time limit": Microsoft's code hints at an Xbox Game Pass 'TRITON' codename and new 'Duet' tier
- Microsoft Edge for mobile could make me ditch Chrome for good: Free YouTube background play without interruptions
- "Truly one of the best gaming monitors": 480Hz at 1080p or 240Hz at 4K — there's no game this discounted display can't handle
- Sniffnet is my new go-to app for network monitoring — Free, open-source, and taking on GlassWire and Wireshark
- April 16
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- Battlefield 6 is finally cooking for real with its 2026 roadmap bringing awesome maps, a real server browser, and more — but there's still one big problem
- "We can’t wait to tell you our new story": Read Metro 2039 dev 4A Games' letter to the community following Xbox's reveal of the long-awaited shooter
- “The heir to the Stealth Pro is here” as Turtle Beach unveils a new flagship headset with upgraded sound, smarter features, and preorders already live
- Xbox’s latest update rolls out with smart improvements that strengthen the platform, but the real test is sustaining momentum
- Xbox and Paramount have its Call of Duty movie release date, but it's pretty far off — here's exactly when the film is coming out
- "Darkest ever" Metro 2039 looks absolutely insane, but also painfully sobering — Xbox First Look showcase offers our first glimpse at 4A Games' next epic
- Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred is revealing too much too soon and Blizzard risks ruining the joy of discovery
- Is the Asus ROG Raikiri II the premium Xbox controller that actually improves competitive play? Here's my verdict.
- "An unmatched upgrade opportunity": Intel's new Core Series 3 mobile CPUs target "value buyers" as PC prices rise
- "There are over 5,700 combinations.": I attended Panasonic's USS Intrepid press conference and saw 10Gbps, Wi‑Fi 7 and on‑device AI in the new Toughbook 56, but should you swap out your Toughbook 55?
- "The fastest path towards reinstatement": Microsoft responds to developer backlash after account termination — but identity verification remains non-negotiable
- Microsoft's VP just reworked a Windows 11 feature to make it "comfortable" for macOS users — if they ever decide to switch
- Microsoft thinks you'll want an Xbox Controller and 1 year of Microsoft 365 and Xbox Game Pass over a MacBook Neo
- "Microsoft fired the skilled people, leaving flowchart followers": Microsoft's Security Response Center is being blamed for the zero-day BlueHammer exploit leak, but I can't tell who's right
- "Thank you to every Greymane": Crimson Desert shows no signs of slowing down, topping over 5 million sales within a month
- "Another all-round excellent mini PC:" Beelink's discounted desktop is fantastic for intensive work and even some PC gaming
- April 15
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- Xbox's Starfield gets Nintendo Switch 2 rating days after its PS5 release, keeping hopes for a port of Bethesda's RPG alive — here's what we know
- "The stuff that we're seeing is really well put together": Xbox game publishing chief says Forza Horizon 6 takes him back to the golden years of racing games
- Microsoft's Xbox games lead Matt Booty says its studios are in a "culture of cultures" and work together more than you think — Blizzard is even helping with Fable
- Rumored feature coming to Steam that will help you track prices, and Microsoft should copy it immediately for Xbox and PC
- Xbox and Best Buy want to help you build your first video game in 2026
- Microsoft prepares display upgrades and two stage launch for new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with Intel and Snapdragon chips this year
- Someone discovered Seagate's Xbox Storage Expansion cards can be used on PC — which has made their value more meaningful with these discounts
- ID@Xbox makes a bold claim — “Games launching day one into Game Pass… do very well on other platforms as well”
- Before Forza Horizon 6 takes us to Japan, let's remember where the legend began almost 14 years ago
- "Users can now simply ask what happened": AppControl's optional AI integration gives you in-depth PC diagnostic history in plain English — It works with popular LLMs, but I'll use offline models for added security
- Our friends at Tom's Guide are upgrading: Here's what it means, and how our sister site's overhaul affects Windows Central
- WWE 2K26 review: It comes close to being the best in the world — but yearly releases are clearly holding it back
- ASUS Zenbook A16 vs. Zenbook S 16: Lots of similarities don't necessarily make for an easy choice, and it might come down to pricing and performance hardware
- "This is one headset that absolutely will not disappoint anyone": Our favorite Xbox headset raises the bar for sound quality with a price that's lower than I expected
- "One of the better laptops I’ve encountered and one I’d happily use daily": This high-end ThinkPad is a solid bet for professionals — especially after this generous discount
- I've finally found a loophole to block a specific type of YouTube ads, and it won’t cost you a dime: Just a little teamwork
- Microsoft veteran says the Task Manager was under 80 KB because "small was fast and fast mattered" — but wishes "we had carried more of that taste, not the suffering"
- "The Lotus guys probably figured it didn't matter to be wrong": Excel thinks 1900 was a leap year because of a small shortcut taken in the '80s — I'll think of this next time I want to cut corners
- Why the future of premium Windows laptops looks bright with Dell XPS 14
- April 14
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- Starfield's sales on PlayStation 5 make me wonder why Xbox even bothered... was this worth devaluing exclusivity?
- Overwatch Season 2 just dropped with new hero Sierra and a launch on Nintendo Switch 2
- "We have ideas that we want to get out there": Bethesda's Todd Howard says Xbox's Starfield and Fallout 76 were "creatively different" by design, for better or worse
- Your Xbox Storage Expansion Cards can have a life after the console; as it turns out, you can use it as PC storage
- Surface Laptop prices are skyrocketing — this deal might be your last chance to own one without taking out a mortgage
- Subnautica 2 publisher changes from Krafton to the game's devs on Xbox and Steam amid Early Access legal battle — is Unknown Worlds indie once more?
- Metro creator Dmitry Glukhovsky says Metro 2039 "will be darker than anything you've seen before" ahead of full reveal — is Artyom's story finished?
- Surface Hub is dead: Microsoft pulls the plug on its 50-inch and 85-inch collaborative touch displays
- Microsoft says its MAI-Image-2-Efficient AI model slashes costs by 41% while boosting speed by 22% (and maintaining quality)
- Mind-warping Morrowind-like 'Dread Delusion' rejects modernity and embraces teeth-bared retro nightmares on Xbox and PC
- "Another example of Game Pass disparity": Kingdom Come Deliverance II runs natively on ARM with Steam, but not the Xbox app
- "The new best way to land QD-OLED on a budget?": Alienware just unveiled a new gaming monitor promising high-end specs at one seriously low price
- Microsoft's crazy Surface price hikes are pushing me to Apple: I can no longer recommend Surface over a MacBook or iPad
- "Xbox users spend more than PS5": Grand Theft Auto V leak reveals GTA Online earnings — as consoles dominate PC
- "This is a pattern, not a coincidence": Halo Studios report highlights alleged leadership failures and staff treatment concerns
- The Windows 11 customization scene is thriving because Microsoft won't give users what they want
- "Zero detections across 69 engines": A fake Windows 11 24H2 update is slipping past antivirus to try and steal your passwords
- April 13
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- The 7 biggest Windows 11 Insider changes from early April — and why they matter for 2026
- Ex-Microsoft Xbox lead says he thinks Phil Spencer "did a fantastic job," and believes new CEO Asha Sharma has an "edge" — "I'm very optimistic."
- Microsoft's new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says Game Pass "has become too expensive for players," suggesting a price change — "we need a better value equation"
- "It will reshape the PC landscape": A new rumor says NVIDIA is entering final negotiations to buy a large PC company — Dell and HP stocks jump in the wake, but I'm not so sure
- Forza Horizon 6 full achievements list appears online ahead of release, revealing all 57 challenges and the full 1000 Gamerscore breakdown
- Microsoft reveals major price increases for all Surface PCs as RAM crisis continues: Flagships now $500 more expensive than at launch
- Data breaches are exploding. This trusted password manager is one of the few tools that actually help, and is 50% off
- "The ROG Strix G16 tears through basically everything you can throw at it": this is best AMD gaming laptop we've used thus far and nothing's topped it
- 'Pragmata' (PC, Xbox) Review — "A game that separates itself from humanity"
- Windows 11 no longer forces you to install updates when setting up your PC — ending mandatory 30 minute update process forever
- Qualcomm's next PC gaming move on Snapdragon X starts with 25 "adapted" titles from NetEase, Marvel Rivals included
- "It started as a meme, but I think I might actually leave this on my PC": Enthusiast builds a "Superdome" PC cooler out of Noctua fans, and it works way better than anyone expected
- Microsoft is shutting down Outlook Lite on Android and pushing users to the full Outlook app — a move that raises questions about Microsoft’s long‑term mobile strategy
- 'Metro 2039' confirmed for "Xbox First Look" show: New format will spotlight games throughout the year.
- "I'm impressed with the quality for the price": This Vivobook deal makes Snapdragon X one of the best budget buys for a Windows laptop right now
- Project Helix
- Microsoft is wasting its time trying to fix Windows 11: Just do Windows 12 already
- "More secure, reliable, user-friendly": Microsoft explains why it quietly killed Windows 11's phone activation option
- "Digital sovereignty is not optional": France's government is ditching Windows to reduce its reliance on "American tools"
- April 12
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- Windows Wrap: Snapdragon X PCs are the latest victims of lazy takes and willfully ignorant tech journalists
- “I stopped digging through folders”: How OmniSearch changed the way I find files on Windows 11
- "The sound quality and comfort are excellent": This PC gaming headset with low latency is great for players who use multiple devices at a budget price
- "What else were Steam Deck users to do but create their own solutions?": I watched Valve's Linux-first handheld turn into a Windows 11 experiment in its community
- April 11
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- Microsoft terminated accounts tied to VeraCrypt, WireGuard, and Windscribe — developers push back
- Is Valve prepping its own AI for Steam?
- “We have discontinued SaRA”: Microsoft replaces its Windows 11 Recovery Assistant — here’s how to transition to Microsoft's modern command-line replacement.
- "An ode to the Horde:" A ramble on what World of Warcraft's most iconic faction means to me — and a lament for its erasure
- “Truthfully, I still think Bethesda is just part of something that is not authentic and is not genuine” — Pete Hines reflects on Bethesda after Microsoft’s acquisition
- “As of January 2026… Drew Murray is now working on the StarCraft shooter” — this report could be the clearest sign yet that the project is moving forward
- Let's talk about it: Which Xbox console is the best-looking of all time and why is it the Xbox One X?
- "I didn't know a $50 controller could be this good": this PC gamepad with Hall Effect sticks was already a bargain, but it's now an absolute steal
- "It still won’t be my dream Surface Pro": The missing piece Microsoft never built vanished — and it’s not coming back
- April 10
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- “Actually lets you test its new features”: Why Microsoft’s Windows 11 Insider overhaul finally feels like something I can trust
- Snapdragon X2 laptops need a quick update to stop getting the wrong graphics drivers
- "The pro-aim function is like cheat mode for shooters": Who needs Xbox's Elite controller when this cheaper joypad plays better?
- "This genuinely puts what Microsoft makes to shame": Someone built the best-looking app for Xbox Cloud Gaming — on Apple TV
- Microsoft says Windows 11's bugs are all "resolved": At least the ones it knows about — and new bugs are impossible to avoid
- How Red Bull Wololo turned Age of Empires into a headline esports event
- "Repeated choices to serve their business over their customers": Mozilla accuses Microsoft of using 'dark patterns' to force its Copilot AI on Windows 11 users
- "I’ve died more times than I can count": This side-scrolling roguelike is an ID@Xbox triumph. Say hi to 'Absolum,' your new addiction.
- April 9
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- The original Xbox was going to be a lot like Project Helix, says ex-Microsoft gaming exec — here's why the first plans for a console-PC hybrid didn't work out
- "We are rocking on bringing new Xbox console features!": Xbox is soliciting ideas for new features directly. Here are the best suggestions so far.
- Former Microsoft Xbox VP says AI is "the big question mark" for the future of gaming — he believes "There won't be a line where it's 'AI' and 'not AI' anymore"
- Windows and Xbox are now prioritizing user feedback in a huge pivot ... but why now? I can't help but be suspicious — it smells a bit like panic.
- "This is exactly the kind of thing driving me away from Windows": even Edge users don't want this new feature
- Xbox handheld owners finally get the one feature they’ve begged for, and it instantly fixes one of the platform’s most annoying problems
- "The CRT revival is real": I'm amazed by the community efforts to keep CRT gaming alive — and how OLED could be its renaissance for modern gamers
- "Gaming just got smoother on Snapdragon": You can finally customize your gaming gear on Windows on Arm
- Microsoft finally begins removing Copilot from Notepad on Windows 11 — but the AI still persists
- Fresh Xbox discoveries point to "Duet" codename: A possible companion to "Triton" and more Game Pass subscription tiers?
- NASA's Artemis II photos will give your Xbox dashboard a serious glow-up, and I didn't even know you could do this
- "I can't recommend this mouse enough": Logitech's unconventional design will save your wrists and improve your workflow
- Microsoft broke Windows 11 search by trying to fix it: Here's what happened
- "Listening to how we can keep making it better for you": Windows Insider meetups are coming back after years away, connecting Windows 11 users with Microsoft
- "Reclaiming my screen's real estate": Google Chrome is finally launching vertical browser tabs to catch up with Microsoft Edge
- April 8
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- Ex-Microsoft gaming VP reveals why Xbox was greenlit despite how “unlikely” it was — “they saw it as a hedge against the threat” of Japan in tech
- Oop, Xbox's Halo: Campaign Evolved release date may have just leaked thanks to a retailer's mistake — it might have a Deluxe Edition with Early Access, too
- “Still one of my favorites”: This dependable 2‑in‑1 is discounted again while modern laptops remain scarce
- Xbox is finally giving Achievements a huge update with several new features — “We stood up a dedicated team to focus on fan feedback”
- “Wait, Windows uses less?”: I break down the surprising requirement that flips the Linux vs. Windows script
- ChatGPT’s refusal to admit mistakes is getting out of hand, and this exchange proves it
- If you bought an Xbox controller recently: Read this — Microsoft says you might be eligible for free batteries.
- Dell is scrubbing its failed Premium brand from existence, but who cares when you can save almost $900 on an XPS 14?
- "Raptor Lake will continue to be abundantly available": Intel exec makes a case for its older chips as RAM prices soar, but are they actually worth buying in 2026?
- Razer's latest Viper V4 Pro 8K gaming mouse offers the "#1 trusted shape, now even lighter": Does the choice of champions have a new successor?
- Here's a closer look at the gigantic Forza Horizon 6 Japan map, easily the greatest in the series' history
- "I hope NVIDIA's legal team lets this slide": I dive into OpenNOW, an open-source GeForce Now alternative that's trending in cloud gaming — for good reason
- "An error was made": We asked ASUS why Zenbook prices are suddenly soaring, and we have bad news
- Four new features I found in the Forza Horizon 6 preview that will change how you play the game
- I finally played Forza Horizon 6 and Japan is a spectacle the likes of which we've never seen
- “I’m already sold”: Xbox’s new Forza Horizon 6 limited‑edition accessories are (almost) here — and they might be even cooler than I expected
- ASUS’ Zenbook A16 shows why Microsoft must rethink Copilot+ PC branding
- "I can't stop laughing": I might have a reason to press my Copilot key as this absurd Windows 11 app adds some comic relief
- Microsoft's Azure cloud platform problems stem from AI, according to a former engineer: "Those disruptions built up."
- April 7
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- Xbox Game Pass is losing one of its best games at the worst possible time — get it now while it's cheap before it leaves Microsoft's service
- “I finally found something that just works”: I explain the open‑source screenshot tool that beat Snipping Tool and ShareX for me — and why it might become your new default
- Xbox Game Pass' April lineup brings this surging Call of Duty game, and one of last year's biggest additions is coming to more tiers — plus, Hades 2, DayZ, and more
- "This was not opportunistic. It was precision." — How North Korean hackers used Microsoft Teams and Slack to compromise Windows PCs with an elaborate ploy
- I compared Lenovo Qira to HP IQ in a battle of on-device AI intelligence — Are these finally the assistants we've been hoping for?
- Is this the perfect Windows app to emulate? Microsoft needs to take notes.
- "The MacBook Air is no longer the best lightweight laptop": I compare the new ASUS Zenbook A16 to show how it dominates Apple's sleek notebook in key areas
- I tested ASUS' Zenbook A16 with Qualcomm's incredible Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme CPU, and I'm convinced: This is everything a flagship Windows laptop should be
- Who wants to play racing games with a controller? This wheel is the "perfect entry point" and turns your Xbox into a home arcade machine for under $250
- "Make file recovery more predictable": A major change to OneDrive is about to roll out, and I happily welcome anything that improves sync performance
- “Copilot is in a survival scramble”: I break down Microsoft’s chaotic AI strategy shift — and why I’m still trying to figure out where this all leads next
- Microsoft dismisses a trending Bing-era disclaimer that "Copilot is for entertainment purposes only": There's no reason for you to worry about this outdated language
- "You wanna live forever?!": A boomer shooter inspired by the satirical world of 'Starship Troopers' will have you blasting bugs on Xbox
- April 6
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- Whoa, delisted Xbox 360 games just showed up on the Xbox Store — did Microsoft leak new Xbox Backwards Compatibility games?
- STALKER 2 is getting a free new content update this month — I break it down and reveal why it sets the stage for what comes after
- "If it's this easy, why don't more Windows apps use a PC's NPU?" — Microsoft MVP demonstrates how he added meaningful AI to an app in just 10 minutes
- Windows Wrap: One team is fixing Windows 11 while others break it
- "Gameplay so good I nearly missed Age of Empires 4's new DLC announcement" — Red Bull's $250,000 Wololo Londinium tournament wraps up today, and you don't want to miss the finale
- "What's going on?!!": World of Warcraft just created a truly insane, epic moment in gaming history — I had no idea Blizzard was still capable.
- April 5
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- “These mods completely changed how I use Windows 11”: As I walk through the 7 Windhawk tweaks that transformed my desktop, I’m surprised by which ones made the biggest difference
- I found 7 Windows apps that use your PC's NPU to improve efficiency and performance with AI — You might be surprised at what's on the list
- “I couldn’t enjoy it fully until now”: Crimson Desert’s once‑exclusive PS5 mode finally arrives on Xbox — and I’m ready to dive back in
- April 4
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- “We’re finally ready to show more”: The more I explore this State of Decay 3 info, the more I’m left wondering how far Undead Labs is willing to go.
- Windows 11’s April update packs 8 (mostly) meaningful improvements you won’t want to skip. Here's what you'll be getting.
- A new Halo leak claims the campaign is content‑complete — but the customization details raise bigger questions
- “Threatened retaliation on first contact”: As I dig into a former Halo art director’s claims, I’m left questioning what else Microsoft didn’t want anyone to see.
- April 3
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- This fan-made Xbox website brings back the golden era of Xbox 360 voice chat messages — its distortion makes your mic sound just as bad as it did 20 years ago
- Ex-Bethesda dev on Fallout and Skyrim says Todd Howard has too many yes men around him — "A lot of people were afraid to say no to Todd, and I think that hurt him"
- You can finally play this long-awaited Xbox game soon — its studio is hosting alpha playtests next month, and you can sign up for them now
- Upcoming indie game Boxroom emulates physical game collections with your Steam library: "Economic depression simulator"
- CD Projekt CEO weighs in on the impact of Xbox Game Pass and Asha Sharma's new role: "She’s a super smart person."
- A rare price drop hits the budget Xbox Ally, and it changes the value equation in a big way: A true Windows-based answer to the Steam Deck
- April 2
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- Microsoft Outlook frustrates Artemis II astronauts live from space — Microsoft's reputation for shoddy software now stretches to the moon
- Xbox and Blizzard are hiring for "an upcoming AAA open-world shooter" that uses the Unreal Engine — is this the new StarCraft FPS we've been waiting for?
- I’m hooked on this solo-dev-made dice roller on PC Game Pass: easy to learn and hard to master
- 'World of Warcraft: Midnight' Season 1 story end suggests to me that Blizzard really needs to rethink its story design processes — This could be much better, and far more satisfying with only a few tweaks.
- Call of Duty studio head at Xbox dev is retiring after over 36 years — he shipped 42 games, 18 CoD titles, and this criminally underrated shooter I love
- Microsoft's buggy apps reach deep space — "I have two Microsoft Outlooks and neither one of those is working," says Artemis II commander
- “This pricing changes the conversation”: HP’s first Snapdragon X2 Elite laptop arrives for hundreds less — and I’m wondering if Intel should be worried
- One of HP's most powerful gaming laptops with a scarce RTX 5070, 165Hz display, and 16GB RAM — is suddenly way cheaper than it should be with $900 off
- Microsoft now has an AI that can turn hours of audio into text instantly — and businesses will love it
- Xbox FanFest goes global: Microsoft confirms FanFest events in Germany, UK, Mexico, Japan, and more
- “I didn’t expect these swings”: Steam’s March survey reveals PC hardware trends that caught me off guard
- You don’t need a $1,500 laptop — Dell’s 14 Plus proves the smarter buy is the simple one
- Microsoft wants Edge to automatically open by default every time you turn on your Windows 11 PC
- US PC sales grew in 2025 as companies scrambled to ditch Windows 10, but 2026 could be a disaster in waiting
- April 1
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- Our friends at TechRadar say that this is "the only gaming PC you need", and with its advanced specs and 23% discount, it's easy to see why
- Our favorite mid-range gaming laptop with RTX 5060 graphics, Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, and 32GB of RAM is now 22% off for Dell's Spring Sale
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