Asher Madan handles gaming news for Windows Central. Before joining Windows Central in 2017, Asher worked for a number of different gaming outlets. He has a background in medical science and is passionate about all forms of entertainment, cooking, and antiquing.
Microsoft’s Phil Spencer shared some thoughts about making gaming “safe” for everyone. This mostly revolves around combating hate speech and improving parental tools to prevent overuse.
Currently, there’s a debate going on around the world about simply enjoying video games versus being addicted to them. According to a report by GamesIndustry, the World Health Organization will vote whether to add “Gaming Disorder” to its list of diseases this week.
Minecraft is an incredibly popular survival game which focuses on gathering resources, building shelters, and exploring a procedurally-generated world. The title has become a cultural sensation in recent years along the lines of Fortnite. This is mostly due to the fact that it features open-ended gameplay.
Ever since the Xbox One launched in 2013, gamers have been asking for a number of features. One of the most-requested items is an estimated time indicator which tells you when a game will be downloaded. After years of waiting, it’s finally rolling out to a small subset of Xbox Insiders.
At Windows Central, we always try to bring you news about intriguing “AAA” games and smaller experiences. Today, a title called “Darkwood” launched on Xbox One for $15. It looks like Hotline Miami, but takes place in horror setting.
There are a number of ways to customize the Astro C40 TR Controller, but the software also allows you to change factors like trigger sensitivity, vibration intensity, and much more. While tweaking these settings is easy, there are a lot of options.
A few months ago, Epic Games announced that former PlayStation 4 exclusives like Detroit: Become Human and Heavy Rain were coming to the Epic Games Store soon. Luckily, we now have concrete release dates and many are releasing this summer.
Fortnite is an incredibly popular third-person shooter which has become a cultural phenomenon over the past few years. Microsoft and Epic Games have partnered together for a very special Xbox One S.
A few weeks ago, Activision announced Call of Duty: Mobile for Android and iOS devices. It's supposed to be a full-fledged Call of Duty experience, with many game modes and maps, but details about its exact features were sparse until now.
Last year, Dying Light 2 was revealed on Microsoft's E3 stage. The title returns to a decaying city with survivors trying to live after an apocalyptic event.
When Fallout 76 launched many months ago, it was plagued with a number of problems like poor performance on Xbox One, and a lack of compelling content. Every enemy you encountered was either a brainless monster or a clever machine.
Today might be a day for the history books. Microsoft and Sony just announced a partnership to focus on innovations to "enhance customer experiences in their direct-to-consumer entertainment platforms."
When Metro Exodus launched a few months ago, the developers promised story expansions to give you a better understanding of life in post-apocalyptic Russia. Today, the team detailed what you can expect out of the content.
John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum is garnering astonishing reviews and should hit theatres tomorrow. It currently sits at a 93 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. To celebrate the film's release, the creators have partnered with Fortnite.
Today, Epic Games announced the "Epic Mega Sale," which will run on the Epic Games Store from May 16 to June 13. During the event, developers and publishers are discounting many great games up to 75 percent off.
You may have missed plans to launch World of Warcraft: Classic sometime in 2019. While we suspected that the game would launch in the summer, it seems that our suspicions have been confirmed. Recently, Blizzard shared a release date.
Last year, Ubisoft surprised gamers by showcasing a title like Sea of Thieves called "Skull & Bones." As the name suggests, Skull & Bones is all about becoming a pirate and destroying ships.
At Windows Central, we try to showcase interesting games from "AAA" and smaller developers. Today, we came across a title called "Mable and The Wood." The game is coming to Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch this summer.
A few months ago, a game by the name of “Void Bastards” surprised everyone. It looked like as if it was pulled straight from a comic book, but featured surprisingly deep first-person combat. It’s going to launch on May 29 for Xbox One and PC.
Over the past few years, virtual reality rhythm games have become incredibly popular. While experiences like Audica are on the horizon from acclaimed developers like Harmonix, there is one game that definitely reigns supreme.