Samuel Tolbert
Samuel Tolbert is a freelance writer covering gaming news, previews, reviews, interviews and different aspects of the gaming industry, specifically focusing on Xbox and PC gaming on Windows Central. You can find him on Twitter @SamuelTolbert.
Latest articles by Samuel Tolbert
Embracer Group sells Borderlands developer Gearbox to Take-Two Interactive for $460 million, lays off publishing staff
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💸💸 Embracer Group continues its meltdown, selling Borderlands developer Gearbox to Take-Two Interactive for $460 million.
Rumor: A white digital Xbox Series X has leaked
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🧂 Images of a white digital Xbox Series X have leaked, indicating a refreshed version of the console might be on the way.
Homeworld 3 is getting some changes in response to player feedback
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🔧 Homeworld 3 is being shaped by player feedback, with some changes to the upcoming game including a scalable HUD, increased ship health, and more.
NetEase Games reveals free-to-play team shooter Marvel Rivals for Windows PC — and you'll have a chance to try it soon
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6v6 Marvel Rivals is an upcoming free-to-play team shooter from NetEase Games, pitting heroes and villains like Spider-Man and Loki against each other.
Halo TV series Season 2, Episode 8 review: Action and horror unleashed
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Review Halo, the finale of Halo The Series Season 2, is an action-packed episode that brings horror to the show. Here's my review.
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer wants PC gaming stores on Xbox
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PC❤️Xbox In an interview, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer that he'd like to see PC gaming stores on Xbox consoles.
Fallout 76 Atlantic City - America’s Playground arrives on Xbox and Windows PC
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Atlantic City Fallout 76's latest adventure, America's Playground, introduces new quests, threats, and rewards in Atlantic City.
Expand your Steam Deck storage with a 1.5TB microSD Card at a price so low, you HAVE to grab it
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DEAL Grab the SanDisk 1.5TB Ultra microSD card at 41% off and make space for more games on your Steam Deck.
As The Elder Scrolls turns 30, Bethesda comments on The Elder Scrolls 6, 'returning to Tamriel and playing early builds has filled us with the same joy'
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⚔️ With the 30th anniversary of The Elder Scrolls franchise, Bethesda comments on a bit on the future with The Elder Scrolls 6.
Dragon's Dogma 2 Warrior guide: How to unlock, tips, tricks, and skill list
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Warrior The Warrior Vocation provides physical prowess in Dragon's Dogma 2. Here's everything you need to know about using it.
Dragon's Dogma 2 guide: Where to find the Greatsword and Archistaff and unlock the Sorcerer and Warrior vocations
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⚔️🧙 To use the Warrior and Sorcerer Vocations in Dragon's Dogma 2, you'll need to grab a Greatsword and Archistaff, respectively. Here's where you can find them.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Fighter guide, tips, tricks, and skill list
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Fighter The Fighter Vocation in Dragon's Dogma 2 means tackling opponents with a sword and shield. Here's everything you need to know about it.
Helldivers 2 was the best-selling game of February 2024 in the US, per Circana
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💸 Helldivers 2 is the best-selling game of February 2024 in the U.S, according to the latest Circana report.
Make room for Dragon's Dogma 2 with this discounted Xbox Series X|S SSD
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DEAL The WD_Black Xbox Series X|S Expansion Card is $20 off right now, so you can save money and get more space for games like Dragon's Dogma 2 on your console.
Sea of Thieves is getting new weapons, a grapple gun, owls, and more throughout 2024
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🦉 Sea of Thieves is getting a number of new weapons and features, with a grapple gun, a new pistol, and more coming in 2024.
'Uncharted' creator Amy Hennig's next game has been REVEALED, and it's coming in 2025
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1943 Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra is being developed by Skydance New Media and directed by Uncharted creator Amy Hennig.
New Overwatch 2 heroes will now be available for everyone, no Battle Pass required
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💸 Overwatch 2 heroes will now be unlocked for everyone at launch, with now Battle Pass required.
Halo TV series Season 2, Episode 7 review: Dark deeds and darker mysteries
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REVIEW Halo The Series Season 2's seventh episode sets the stage for a big battle to come, but for even darker mysteries to emerge in the future. Here's my review.
Ark: Survival Ascended, Diablo 4, Open Roads, and more come to Xbox Game Pass
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Games! Ark: Survival Ascended, Diablo 4, Open Roads, and many more games are headed to Xbox Game Pass through the rest of March 2024.
Valve introduces Steam Families with game sharing and parental controls
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👩🏼👩🏼👧🏼👦🏼 Steam Families are on the way, allowing players to share games with up to five others in a family.
Embracer Group officially sells Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 developer Saber Interactive — and the sale might include even more
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Sold off Embracer Group sells Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 developer Saber Interactive and multiple subsidiaries, retaining the rights to multiple games.
Minecraft movie FAQ: Cast, release date, and other questions answered
By Samuel Tolbert published
Movie! After years of off-on talks and pre-production, a Minecraft movie is happening. Here's what you need to know.
Age of Empires 4 is getting cross-play on Xbox consoles and Windows PC
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Cross-play! The latest preview update for Age of Empires 4 is bringing cross-play for Xbox and Windows PC players.