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

Dead Space remake review: One of the best horror games is made whole again
By Samuel Tolbert published
Review Motive Studios carefully crafts a remake that can appeal to longtime Dead Space fans and any newcomers in tandem.

Dead Space Remake: Gameplay, release date, and everything you need to know
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Gaming Step back into the armored boots and glowing armor.

Xbox and Bethesda confirm Developer_Direct games show for January
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming A new event featuring upcoming Xbox and Bethesda games has been confirmed.

Over 300 Bethesda workers form Microsoft's first union
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Over 300 quality assurance testers at ZeniMax Media have officially formed the first union under Microsoft.

Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard approved in another country
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Microsoft's $69 billion deal to acquire Activision Blizzard has been approved by Chile, adding to the handful of approvals so far.

Another Activision Blizzard studio is unionizing, asks leadership to 'follow Microsoft's steps'
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Workers at Proletariat, a studio recently added to Blizzard Entertainment, are unionizing.

A unionized gaming industry? ZeniMax employees hope to be the inspiration.
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Over 300 ZeniMax employees are creating the first union under Microsoft. We spoke to one of the organizing members about why this is happening and what the union hopes to accomplish.

Blizzard Entertainment shares World of Warcraft: Dragonflight update roadmap for 2023
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Gaming Blizzard Entertainment shares what players can expect next in post-launch support for World of Warcraft: Dragonflight.

High on Life breaks multiple records with the biggest third-party Xbox Game Pass launch ever
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming High on Life, a new comedy-focused shooter from Squanch Games, has achieved the biggest third-party Xbox Game Pass launch of all time.

Sifu comes to Xbox and Steam in March 2023
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming The martial arts-based action game Sifu is finally headed to Xbox (as well as Steam) in 2023.

Antitrust expert who defeated Microsoft says FTC's Activision deal strategy is 'nutty'
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Douglas Melamed, an antitrust expert who previously helped defeat Microsoft in a DOJ case, says the FTC's strategy on the Activision Blizzard deal is "nutty."

Diablo 4 preorders: Bonuses, edition details, and where to buy
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Diablo 4 preorders are on the way, and we've got details on what players can expect from each version of the game.

Blizzard veteran Chris Metzen returns to World of Warcraft as creative advisor
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Chris Metzen, a Blizzard Entertainment veteran that previously worked across numerous games like Warcraft, is returning as a creative advisor.

Amazon Games is publishing the next Tomb Raider
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Amazon Games is publishing the next Tomb Raider game, which is currently being developed by Crystal Dynamics.

How to play Marvel's Spider-Man on PC
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Marvel's Spider-Man may have launched as a PlayStation exclusive, but you can enjoy it on your Windows PC today.

Bethesda talks Starfield factions, quests, Earth, and more
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming In a new update for Starfield, Bethesda shared more about what Xbox and PC players can expect from factions, quests, and more.

Xbox FPS Boost games list for Xbox Series X & Series S
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Microsoft's latest and greatest consoles elevate these classics with FPS Boost.

The Game Awards 2022 LIVE: Winners, trailers, and every Xbox announcement!
By Zachary Boddy, Samuel Tolbert, Brendan Lowry last updated
Live Blog Join Windows Central as we cover every winner, trailer, and video game announcement from The Game Awards 2022 so that you don't miss a thing.

Major U.S. tech union condemns the FTC for blocking Xbox's Activision deal
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming The Communication Workers of America condemns the FTC for suing to block Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard.

November 2022 NPD — Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is the best-selling game of the year
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming According to the November 2022 NPD report, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 was the best-selling game of the month.

The Game Awards 2022: Nominees, winners, and everything you need to know
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Here's everything you need to know about The Game Awards 2022, including the nominees and what else was there.

FromSoftware reveals Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, coming in 2023
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming FromSoftware and Bandai Namco revealed Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon during The Game Awards 2022.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor gets official March 2023 release date on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PS5
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Star Wars Jedi: Survivor now has an official release date of March 17, 2023, with a new trailer that debuted during the Game Awards 2022.
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