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3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (November 8-10)
StarCraft: Remastered, StarCraft II: Campaign Collection, and Metal Slug Tactics offer up strategic options to Xbox Game Pass subscribers this weekend.
Best gaming TVs of 2024 for Xbox Series X, PS5, and more
Gaming TVs are a special class of screens that are built for fast response times and beautiful visuals. Here are all our favorite gaming sets for 2024.
Former Arkane Austin boss condemns Microsoft decision to close studio
The former president of Arkane Austin condemned the studio's closure in a new interview, saying it "was not a good decision."
Black Ops 6 might be the biggest Call of Duty release ever
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 had a record-breaking three-day launch, according to Activision and Microsoft.
Best gaming console deals: cheapest prices on PS5, Xbox S and X and Switch
We've collected the best prices on every console of this generation, from the disc-free PS5 to Xbox Series X to the Switch Lite. Here's how to save on gaming deals.
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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: everything we know so far
Everyone's favorite part-time archeologist is getting the video game adaptation he deserves with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Here is everything we know.
How to fix all paintings in Life is Strange: Double Exposure
Early in Life is Strange: Double Exposure, you can find and fix some paintings in the bar to earn a trophy or achievement. Here's where to find them all.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 review: thrilling campaign helps the series rank up
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 shocks and awes with a killer globe-trotting campaign, but its multiplayer remains the mixed bag we've come to expect year after year.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (October 25-27)
It's Call of Duty weekend, so it's time to fire up Xbox Game Pass and delve into some great games on the service.
Xbox finally upgrades its wireless headset after 3 years
Microsoft has released a tiny refresh of its Xbox Wireless Headset with improved battery life.
Pitch-black shooter Blindfire is a bright idea that’s still finding its way
Blindfire is a new multiplayer shooter with a twist — players are fighting in complete darkness. We jumped into early access to put it to the test.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to try this weekend (October 18-20)
Xbox Game Pass subscribers have plenty of games to check out this weekend, from MechWarrior to South Park.
Subnautica 2, the third Subnautica game, hits early access in 2025
Unknown Worlds revealed that Subnautica 2, which will have co-op for the first time, is coming to early access and Xbox Game Preview next year.
A surprise standalone Control multiplayer game is coming next year
Remedy capped off the Xbox Partner Preview with the surprise announcement of FBC: Firebreak, a co-op game in the Control universe.
Alan Wake 2’s next DLC is dropping next week, and it looks horrifying
The final announced Alan Wake 2 DLC is releasing next week, and it makes the game look more horrifying than ever.
Annapurna makes its first new game announcement since staff exodus
Wheel World is the new name for Ghost Bike, an upcoming game for embattled indie publisher Annapurna Interactive.
Everything announced at the October 2024 Xbox Partner Preview
FBC: Firebreak, Subnautica 2, and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii headlined an entertaining Xbox Partner Preview showcase.
Black Ops 6 isn’t the only Activision Blizzard game coming to Xbox Game Pass this month
As expected, Xbox Game Pass' offerings for the rest of October mostly consist of Call of Duty games, but Starcraft is coming too.
Best Xbox Game Pass deals: Upgrade to Game Pass Ultimate for cheap
If you are trying to ease the boredom of being stuck at home, we have an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate deal for you. Upgrade from Core to Ultimate for cheap.
Xbox Partner Preview October 2024: how to watch and what to expect
The next Xbox Partner Preview is scheduled for this week and will be full of new reveals and trailers. Here's how you can tune in to catch all the news.
After years of promises, Xbox might let you stream games you own
Following up on a promise made when xCloud was first announced, Xbox might finally let you stream games you own, says a new report.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (October 11-13)
You should consider checking out Inscryption, Legend of Mana, and Trials of Mana on Xbox Game Pass this weekend.
Multiple Halo projects in development as series moves to Unreal Engine 5
After a few years struggling with Halo Infinite, 343 Industries is changing its name to Halo Studios and has some big changes in the works.