Latest articles by Jez Corden
Microsoft's layoffs to top 9,000 people, impacting around 4% of the firm's entire workforce
Microsoft Microsoft has begun global layoffs as previously reported, with staff impacted in various departments from Azure to Xbox.
The Xbox Meta Quest 3S is fine — but a partnership with XREAL would have been cooler
Xbox The Xbox Edition Meta Quest 3S is cool, but you know what's even cooler? The XREAL glasses. Here's why I think Microsoft should've partnered with XREAL instead of Meta (or why not both?!)
After a year of waiting, Microsoft's Meta Quest 3S "Xbox Edition" is here
Xbox Last year, Microsoft revealed it was working on an Xbox edition Quest VR headset with Meta, of Facebook fame. Was it worth waiting for over a year? Our review.
Xbox app to integrate 'leading PC gaming stores' for Xbox Insiders
Xbox PC Although the blog post doesn't say which PC stores are going to be integrated, at the very least, you'll be able to access Battle.net games directly from the Xbox PC app from next week.
Poll: Is Xbox heading in the right direction? Cast your vote.
POLL A flurry of positive and intriguing announcements has given Xbox some positive momentum. Or has it?
Microsoft killed Xbox VR — and this latest PSVR news shows why they were right
Xbox One of the most popular virtual reality games in the world is ending support for PlayStation VR, showcasing the struggles of the nascent paradigm. Xbox VR wouldn't have stood a chance.
Xbox has turned a corner — the future for Microsoft's gaming platform looks incredibly bright
Xbox With the next-gen Xbox formally revealed, how are you, Xbox customer, feeling about Microsoft's gaming direction as of June 2025?
Xbox announces multi-year AMD partnership for next-gen, with full support for your existing games
Xbox Xbox President Sarah Bond shared an update on Xbox consoles today, confirming their ongoing partnership with AMD for first-party hardware, while committing to supporting your existing console library on next-gen systems.
So, just how much will the Xbox Ally cost? Here's what we know so far.
Xbox Microsoft hasn't yet revealed the price tag on the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X, but don't expect it to be light on your wallet.
Here's how we know Xbox Game Pass may be going up in price
Gaming Death, taxes, and subscription service price increases. The three horsemen of inevitability. A new code string suggests Xbox Game Pass is next.
From The Editor's Desk — Windows Central wants to hear from you!
WinC From the editor's desk? In 2025? In this economy? We have some cool news to share about the future of Windows Central, and we want to hear from you.
PSA: Yes, the Xbox Ally is an Xbox, but it's mostly a full Windows PC
Xbox Since I'm seeing reams of misinformation online, I'm here to combat it in my small, humble way. You don't need to be into Xbox to enjoy the Xbox Ally.
Backbone Pro review: Easily among the best Xbox Cloud gaming controllers, but it ain't cheap
Xbox The Backbone Pro adds Hall Effect inputs, a sleeker ergonomic profile, and big compatibility for maximum play. But is it worth the hefty price of admission?
Xbox Games Showcase 2025 (🔴LIVE): As it happened
Xbox This year's big Xbox bash commences on Sunday June 8, 2025, at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST. Here's all the announcements as they happen.
Xbox reveals early Windows 11 revamp efforts to boost PC gaming
Windows 11 The new Xbox app and Windows 11 collaboration reduces Windows' idle power consumption by up to two thirds, and frees up to 2GB of RAM for gaming.
Revealed: Microsoft and ASUS debut "Xbox Ally" gaming handhelds
Xbox Powered by AMDs Z2E and Z2A, the two handhelds promise boosted battery life, and a much-improved Windows gaming experience, exclusive to these devices (for now).
Why are Xbox Series X|S, 360 ... and Windows Phone games showing up on the Xbox PC store?
Xbox PC Microsoft seems to have broken something, because reams of dead games are showing up on Xbox PC libraries everywhere.
LIVE: Summer Game Fest is tonight, here's the latest news and rumors
Gaming It's Summer Game Fest season again, and we're here to report on the latest Xbox and PC gaming news as it gets revealed. Check in regularly to see the latest gaming news, announcements, and rumors.
Is Black Myth: Wukong coming to Xbox?
Xbox Black Myth: Wukong was one of 2024's biggest games, but is it coming to Xbox? Here's what we know.
Persona 4 Remake to be announced at the Xbox Games Showcase
Gaming Multiple reports suggest that a remake of Persona 4 from Atlus will be announced at the Xbox Games Showcase, and it's about time.
'Final Fantasy Tactics' highlights the lack of organic growth for Xbox Play Anywhere
Xbox After launching several games on Xbox Play Anywhere, Square Enix has passed on XPA for Final Fantasy Tactics. Why?
Increasingly, it looks like 'Xbox PC' is the official branding for Microsoft's Windows 11 gaming efforts
Xbox PC First informally shown in a blog post, the logo has now appeared in an official trailer for a third-party upcoming game. Will we be seeing more of this as we get closer to the Xbox Showcase?
Why do Xbox's custom controllers go so hard?
Xbox Microsoft's recent sprint of custom Xbox controllers really accentuates how nobody really goes as hard as Xbox does on this front.
