Michael Hoglund
Michael has been gaming since he was five when his mother first bought a Super Nintendo from Blockbuster. Having written for a now-defunct website in the past, he's joined Windows Central as a contributor to spreading his 30+ years of love for gaming with everyone he can. His favorites include Red Dead Redemption, all the way to the controversial Dark Souls 2.
Latest articles by Michael Hoglund
Remnant 2 Engineer Guide: How to unlock, archetype skills list, and class tips
By Michael Hoglund published
Engineer Class Remnant 2 features an abundance of classes and archetypes to unlock. Come check out our guide on the easier method for grabbing the Engineer archetype.
Remnant 2: Best way to farm scrap, upgrade materials, and Lumenite Crystals
By Michael Hoglund published
Farmin' Remnant 2 hosts tons of different weapons and items that players upgrade, purchase, and unlock. For that you need scrap and materials.
Grab this INSANE deal on one of the absolute best Xbox headsets while you still can
By Michael Hoglund published
Hot DEAL The LS35X is our top pick of headsets for gaming on Xbox. Come pick one up at a price point that's almost too good to believe!
Remnant 2: How to complete the Nameless Nest and defeat Mother Mind
By Michael Hoglund published
Hello Mother Check out our Remnant 2 guide on dealing with the Nameless Rest area. Complete the puzzle and defeat the Mother Mind with ease.
PAYDAY 3 is getting a closed beta soon on Xbox and PC, here's how to sign up
By Michael Hoglund published
Heist early PAYDAY 3 announces a closed technical beta for Xbox and PC users. Skipping PlayStation.
How to complete the Remnant 2 Cathedral of Omens puzzle and get the Sagittarius Bow
By Michael Hoglund published
Fractal Puzzles Complete Remnant 2's Cathedral of Omens and make the Sagittarius Bow yours with our complete guide of the dungeon.
Remnant 2: All possible choices for Meidre, and how to obtain Sorrow
By Michael Hoglund published
Sorrow Drown your Sorrow in bolts and arrows
Remnant 2: How to complete the Twisted Chantry and secret areas
By Michael Hoglund published
Legion of Doom Remnant 2's Twisted Chantry is a multi-version dungeon that has a couple of highly miss-able areas. Check out the guide to make sure you get the most out of your experience.
StarCraft 2 to get its largest tournament in years
By Michael Hoglund published
Legends Return Legends of StarCraft 2 return in one of the largest tournaments in a decade featuring a number of returning champions.
Remnant 2: How to complete Kaeula's Rest and defeat Kaeula's Shadow
By Michael Hoglund published
Shadow killer Remnant 2's Kaeula's Rest features one of the hardest bosses in the game. This Windows Central guide dives into how to reach and defeat him.
Remnant 2: How to complete The Lament to earn the Red Widow armor and Lodestone Crown
By Michael Hoglund published
Red Widow Earn the Red Widow armor set as well as the lodestone in the puzzle-filled dungeon from Remnant 2, the Lament.
Remnant 2: How to complete Endaira's End, including the Wind Chime Tower
By Michael Hoglund published
How to The Remnant 2 dungeon, Endaira's End, features multiple layouts filled will puzzles that can mostly be done solo, but some require a coop partner. Figure out how to tackle them with our guide.
Remnant 2: How to complete Imperial Gardens and earn the Crossbow weapon
By Michael Hoglund published
Crossbow Hunting Remnant 2's Imperial Garden is a dungeon after my own heart. Straight-forward puzzles mixed with a healthy dose of combat. Let us find that Crossbow weapon together!
Remnant 2 class list: How to unlock every archetype/class
By Michael Hoglund published
Archetypes Remnant II allows players to run multiple classes at a single time, check out our guide on how to unlock each and every archetype currently in the game.
Remnant 2: How to summon and defeat the Ravager
By Michael Hoglund published
Ravage this In Remnant II, learn how to get to the Ravager via the Water Harp puzzle and the best way to defeat him.
Ubisoft is deleting older player accounts on PC for the dumbest reason
By Michael Hoglund published
Big Yikes Ubisoft is deleting player accounts on PC that they deem are "old," losing access to all their games and other items associated with said account.
Remnant 2 (review in progress): A good game let down by performance woes
By Michael Hoglund published
Not yet ratedReview Dive into the worlds of Remnant 2 with our review on the exciting sequel from Gunfire Games.
PAYDAY 2 on Xbox got abandoned. Should we believe PAYDAY 3 will be any different?
By Michael Hoglund published
Oops I did it again PAYDAY 2 was abandoned multiple times across multiple console generations. PAYDAY 3 is looking to break that precedent.
Larry Hryb 'Major Nelson' stepping down after 20 years with Xbox
By Michael Hoglund published
Major Out Larry Hryb "Major Nelson" is stepping down from his role as Director of Programming for Xbox after 20 years.
Microsoft vs FTC: FTC to appeal Microsoft Activision decision (UPDATE)
By Michael Hoglund published
It never ends The FTC has appealed the decision of Judge Corley on the matter of the Microsoft acquisition of Activision
ID@Xbox and IGN showcase: 19 NEW games coming to Xbox
By Michael Hoglund published
ID@Xbox ID@Xbox presented a quaint list of games coming to Xbox. Here's a list of all the titles shown at the IGN event today!
A Plague Tale 3 is potentially in development
By Michael Hoglund published
Rumors Plague Tale looks to be getting a sequel if a LinkedIn post is anything to go by
PSA: Xbox Game Pass prices increase tomorrow, so stock up today
By Brendan Lowry, Michael Hoglund published
Save While You Can Microsoft is hiking the price of Xbox Game Pass up tomorrow, but you can stock up on subscription time now.
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