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Let's predict: Will Xbox return to "exclusive" games?
Xbox The big conversation right now revolves around whether or not Xbox will return to "exclusive" games. It's a big decision, much bigger than perhaps most people realize.
A nostalgic Windows‑95‑inspired base builder
Gaming Macrobit Interactive has recently launched its first base-building automation game, Factory 95, and its retro graphics and fast-paced gameplay are making me want to give the genre a try.
How to build your own retro gaming PC for less than $500
PC gaming The retro gaming movement is thriving in 2026, and I put together an affordable PC build for classic games and emulation.
Testing this iBUYPOWER gaming PC proves pre-builds can be great, flaws and all
Review iBUYPOWER's RDY Trace X R01 is a great example of how great a pre-built PC can be, even with its flaws. There's no AAA game that it wouldn't be able to handle.
Dev behind canceled Xbox game is hiring for an unannounced AAA open-world title
Gaming New job listings at Avalanche Studios suggest that it might be returning to the Just Cause franchise with an open-world "unannounced AAA project."
FFXIV announces new expansion Evercold during Fanfest 2026, and it has a release date
Gaming During the FFXIV Fanfest 2026 keynote in Anaheim, director Yoshi-P announced that the game's next expansion is called Evercold, and its release date, too.
All the Dark Ops challenges in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
Gaming Dark Ops challenges aren't listed in Black Ops 7's Calling Cards menu, as, like previous games, they're secretive. But here's a list of every known Dark Ops so far and how to get it.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says Microsoft will "make some calls" on exclusive games, but won't rush
Xbox New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says she's reconsidering Microsoft's position on exclusive games, though won't rush because "I want to make the right decision."
