
Brendan Lowry
Brendan Lowry is a Windows Central writer and Oakland University graduate with a burning passion for video games, of which he's been an avid fan since childhood. He's been writing for Team WC since the summer of 2017, and you'll find him doing news, editorials, reviews, and general coverage on everything gaming, Xbox, and Windows PC. His favorite game of all time is probably NieR: Automata, though Elden Ring, Fallout: New Vegas, and Team Fortress 2 are in the running, too. When he's not writing or gaming, there's a good chance he's either watching an interesting new movie or TV show or actually going outside for once. Follow him on X (Twitter).
Latest articles by Brendan Lowry

Can I play Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on gaming handhelds?
By Brendan Lowry published
Guide Sandfall Interactive's new Game Pass RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a huge hit, but how does it perform on gaming handhelds?

This beloved Oblivion meme got remade 7 years later in Oblivion Remastered
By Brendan Lowry published
News Oblivion Remastered may have updated the RPG's graphics and combat significantly, but this recreation of a silly moment proves it still has the original's spirit.

I can't believe Oblivion Remastered players already have it working in VR
By Brendan Lowry published
News Did you know it's possible to play Oblivion Remastered in VR with a mod? Here's which one it is, and how it works, too.

Review — Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 expertly weaves two RPG genres together
By Brendan Lowry published
Review Xbox Game Pass just got one of its biggest 2025 releases with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, but does it live up to the hype? Here's our review.

Is Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on Xbox Game Pass?
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Guide The upcoming RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 looks to be one of 2025's best games, but is it coming to Game Pass?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 PC system requirements and specs
By Brendan Lowry published
Guide The creative new RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is almost here, but is your PC ready for it? Check out the official minimum and recommended PC specs.

Here's when Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 comes out in your time zone
By Brendan Lowry published
Guide The highly anticipated RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is finally almost here. Here's when it's coming out in your time zone.

I've had my eye on this new Game Pass RPG for ages, and it's now on sale
By Brendan Lowry published
Deal The long-awaited Xbox Game Pass RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launches next week, and right now, you can save big while preordering it.

My favorite Game Pass Soulslike just got a huge 2.0 update
By Brendan Lowry published
News The 2023 reboot of Lords of the Fallen was already a great Soulslike, but a massive new Version 2.0 update just made it even better.

One of 2024's best games is getting a sequel, and it's closer than expected
By Brendan Lowry published
News In a new press release, developer and publisher 11 bit studios has confirmed a new Frostpunk game is on the way.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's Patch 1.2.4 just added Hardcore Mode
By Brendan Lowry published
News Do you wish Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 was more difficult? You won't want to miss the new Hardcore Mode that Patch 1.2.4 just added in an update.

I think Marathon looks fun, but is Bungie hiding the game's best feature?
By Brendan Lowry published
Feature According to some content creators, Bungie's Marathon will have raid-like puzzles and mechanics to do amidst PvP engagements.

The best gaming laptops in 2025 will change the way you play
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops With one of the best gaming laptops in your hands, you can forget about needing a bulky desktop rig. From budget options to elite picks, here are our favorites.

Best Xbox controller chargers in 2025
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Accessories Tired of using AA batteries for your Xbox Wireless Controller? Don't miss these nifty charging accessories that'll keep your gamepad juiced up.

This acclaimed new game could be the next Balatro, and it's on sale
By Brendan Lowry published
Deal Thanks to this awesome deal, you can save big on Blue Prince — 2025's highest-rated new game, and a serious Game of the Year contender.

Rejoice: Overwatch 2's popular 6v6 mode is here to stay
By Brendan Lowry published
News Overwatch 2's 6v6 Open Queue mode has proven to be extremely popular — so much so that Blizzard is keeping it around.

Known insider kills the Titanfall 3 dream, shooting down recent leak
By Brendan Lowry published
News A recent leak claimed that Titanfall 3 was in development and coming next year, but a well-known insider has said otherwise.

Is Elden Ring Nightreign on Xbox Game Pass?
By Brendan Lowry published
Guide Elden Ring Nightreign brings players back to the beloved ARPG's world with a co-op roguelike twist, but is it on Xbox Game Pass?

Is Dune: Awakening on Xbox Game Pass?
By Brendan Lowry published
Guide Dune: Awakening is one of 2025's most exciting new survival games, but will it be on Xbox Game Pass?

Is DOOM: The Dark Ages on Xbox Game Pass?
By Brendan Lowry published
Guide DOOM: The Dark Ages could be the best DOOM game we've gotten yet, but is it coming to Xbox Game Pass?

Is Blue Prince on Xbox Game Pass?
By Brendan Lowry published
Guide Blue Prince looks like it could be the next Balatro-style sleeper hit, but is it coming to Xbox Game Pass?

My favorite new (and free) game just got a big update
By Brendan Lowry published
News The latest patch for Half Sword merges the playtest and demo, adds a new game mode, and makes significant improvements to combat and performance.

Helldivers 2 players pull off astonishing victory against Automatons
By Brendan Lowry published
News Against all odds, Helldivers 2 players have won at Pöpli IX — refusing to give the Automatons an inch as they push for Malevelon Creek.
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