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Microsoft officially responds to FTC's lawsuit against the Activision Blizzard acquisition
Complete Denial The FTC is attempting to challenge Microsoft's efforts to acquire games publisher Activision Blizzard, but the tech conglomerate has now filed its official response.
Minecraft: Java Edition modding guide — How to install and play with mods on PC
Modding Minecraft Minecraft: Java Edition is made better with mods, and we have everything you need to know to install and play with mods on Windows PCs.
Logitech G Cloud review: An imperfect vision of the gaming future
Review The Logitech G Cloud is one of the first handheld consoles focused on cloud gaming, but it's not quite ready for most people to pony up the cash.
This Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ bundle is nearly half off for today only
Deal The Surface Pro 7+ may not be the latest and greatest from Microsoft, but it's still an excellent Windows PC. For today only, a great bundle is nearly half off.
The Xbox MVP program is shutting down
MVP to Champion The Xbox MVP program has long elevated the most vocal and supportive Xbox community members, but it's being shuttered according to Windows Central sources.
The Game Awards 2022 LIVE: Winners, trailers, and every Xbox announcement!
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.
Hades 2 officially announced, to be developed in early access
Return of Hades Hades 2 follows the tale of the Princess of the Underworld on her quest to find Kronos, the Titan of Time, and it's officially in development at Supergiant Games.
Riot games like Valorant and League of Legends come to Xbox Game Pass next week
Riot Pass Riot Games titles like Valorant, League of Legends, and Teamfight Tactics on PC and mobile are heading to Xbox Game Pass subscribers next week.
Grounded celebrates 15 million players with new holidays update
New Features Grounded, the open-world survival game from Obsidian Entertainment, now has over 15 million players. To celebrate, Grounded players are getting a new content update.
The Audeze Maxwell for Xbox and PC is a high-end planar magnetic gaming headset
Planar Magnetic 🧲 Audeze is known for its premium audio gear, and the Maxwell wireless, planar magnetic gaming headset for Xbox consoles and Windows PCs is no exception.
Minecraft's infamous End Poem is now in the public domain
You Are Love Minecraft's Survival mode ends with the legendary End Poem. According to its author, Julian Gough, it is now in the public domain for anyone to use.
Minecraft Preview 1.19.60.23 makes campfires a little safer
Campfire Safety 🔥 Mojang Studios has released Minecraft Preview 1.19.60.23 with a handful of bug fixes, including a change that makes campfires harmless to players.
Free Fallout 76 Nuka-World on Tour update brings the game's largest region boss yet
Mega Boss Fallout 76 Nuka-World on Tour is now available to download on every platform, with an all-new area, challenges and rewards, and a huge region boss.
The latest Minecraft DLC lets you bend the elements as the Avatar
Avatar Legends Minecraft often partners with popular brands and franchises for DLC, and the latest one lets players become the Avatar alongside legendary characters.
Forza Horizon 5 update for "Forza Holidays" Series 15 and "FORDzathon" Series 16 released
Dual Series Forza Horizon 5's latest stream detailed the next two Series content updates coming to the Festival Playlist, with new cars, holidays celebrations, and more.
Vampire Survivors to get Legacy of the Moonspell DLC with tons of new content
Survive This Vampire Survivors: Legacy of the Moonspell is the popular indie game's first proper DLC expansion, adding new characters, weapons, areas, and more.
Minecraft Preview 1.19.60.22 brings new experimental 1.20 update changes and more
Stripped Bamboo Mojang Studios is already releasing Minecraft Preview 1.19.60.22, which includes new fixes, experimental 1.20 update changes, and more.
Minecraft: Java Edition 1.19.3 Release Candidate 1 is now available for testing
Minecraft Snapshots Minecraft: Java Edition 1.19.3 is the next major patch update for the game, and its first Release Candidate snapshot is now available to test. Mojang Studios hopes it'll be the last.
High on Life, Hello Neighbor 2, and more come to Xbox Game Pass in December
Xbox Game Pass The first half of the final month of 2022 is a busy one for Xbox Game Pass, with 11 new games announced for the service over the next two weeks.
Xbox had some decent games in 2022, but I'm far, far more excited for 2023
Looking Ahead Xbox's first and second-party games lineup in 2022 had a few great hits, but 2023 is gearing up to be one of the gaming brand's biggest years yet, and I can't wait to see it.
Best Minecraft toys and gifts 2022
Minecraft Gifting Minecraft is one of the world's biggest games, and comes with an endless selection of merchandise. Here are the best Minecraft toys and gifts for any fan.
Minecraft: Bedrock Edition 1.19.50 update arrives with Spectator Mode, new skins, and more
Spectate This Mojang Studios is finally releasing the 1.19.50 patch update for Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, which includes new features, plenty of fixes, and more.
