Best of the best
In the market for a new Xbox headset? These are our top picks for 2020
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Do you want to improve your headset experience on Xbox? Look no further.
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Jez Corden
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Control em up
Everything we know (so far) about the new Xbox Series X controller
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The Xbox Series X is getting a refined controller for its holiday 2020 planned launch window. Here's everything we know about it so far.
Tiktobox One
Could Microsoft's involvement in TikTok help Xbox? 🤔
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When the first rumors of Microsoft's involvement in TikTok first came about, people were quick to compare the acquisition to Mixer, Microsoft's ill-fated streaming platform. Is it a fair comparison? Let's explore.
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Grounded Xbox early access review: Honey, I shrunk my free time
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Grounded has a vast range of rough edges, but is an impressive early access outing brimming with untapped nostalgic potential. This is Grounded, Obsidian's big small adventure.
Arachnophobia
Grounded combat guide: How to kill spiders
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Want to become an epic spider slayer in Grounded? Here are some tips on how to take on these 8-legged creepers.
Yes. Really.
The future of Xbox gaming looks truly exciting
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Seriously, how can you look at what Microsoft is doing right now and not be excited? Here are the reasons why I'm more excited than ever to be an Xbox customer.
xClouding
Microsoft confirms 22 launch regions for Xbox Project xCloud on Sept 15
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Microsoft has unveiled the 22 regions where Project xCloud will launch when it joins Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on September 15, 2020.
Grounded Guide
Grounded: How to get the level 2 Insect Axe and Insect Hammer upgrades
Some items in Grounded can only be harvested with higher-level tools. Here's a quick guide on how to get them.
Minty Fresh
How to get Grounded's best weapon: The Mint Mallet
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Grounded is an awesome game with tons of craftable items, buildings, and weapons. One of the best weapons in the game is the Mint Mallet, which requires some special materials and a bunch of bug slaying. Here's how to get it.
A long wait
State of Decay 3: Trailers, expected launch date, and everything we know
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State of Decay 3 has been announced, and while not a lot is known, we have a trailer and some hints at what it might look like when it finally launches. Here's what we (think we) know so far.
Back to school
6 affordable Xbox accessories every student should own
If you're heading to college or university at the end of the summer, or just staying put at home, you may want to consider these Xbox accessories to make life a little easier.
Conquer the backyard
'Grounded' beginner's guide: Combat, crafting, and survival tips and tricks
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Grounded is a survival sandbox set in your very own back yard. Braving the muddy wastes can be tough, but we've collected some handy gameplay tips together to help you get started.
Coasting along
'Planet Coaster' Xbox interview: Bringing the rides to console
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Planet Coaster is an established institution on PC, bringing the most comprehensive theme park tycoon sim probably in history. Frontier is now bringing the game to consoles as well, and we caught up with the team to learn more.
Punish yourself
Review: Play Othercide if you seek a seriously brutal strategy experience
Othercide is a truly striking tactics game with a brutal approach to combat design with a similarly severe art style. Tactics fans: don't overlook this.
Nextbox
Microsoft's Xbox July Showcase review: Finally, a roadmap
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Microsoft's Xbox July Showcase finally aired, and it was pretty damn great. Microsoft showed off game after game, detailing what we can expect to be playing from the company in the coming months and years ahead.
Get out of here Stalker
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 to launch as a console exclusive on Xbox Series X
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Apocalyptic shooter franchise S.T.A.L.K.E.R. has secured a launch exclusivity deal with Microsoft for PC and Xbox Series X, grabbing a new trailer in the process.
Duality
Xbox Series X 'The Medium' gameplay trailer showcases dual-horror realities
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The Medium is an upcoming psychological horror title from Bloober Team, known for Layers of Fear and Observer. At the Xbox July showcase event, Bloober showed off an all-new gameplay trailer showcasing the game's unique world-switching mechanics.
Skyrim step over
'Avowed' is Obsidian's next big Xbox Series X RPG
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Obsidian's answer to Elder Scrolls "Avowed" gets its big reveal at the Xbox July Showcase.
Oh deer
State of Decay 3 teased for Xbox Series X, with mutant zombie deers
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State of Decay 3 was outed at today's Xbox Games Showcase, offering us a glimpse at a plague running out of control.
Echo echo echo echo...
Turn-based 'Echo Generation' brings a 80s horror vibe to Xbox Series X
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Turn-based monster battler Echo Generation struck a chord at the Xbox July Showcase. Here's the reveal trailer.