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Earnings report shows rising Microsoft Gaming revenue despite declining Xbox console sales

Microsoft Gaming is earning more than a year ago, even with falling console sales. Profits from subscription services and multi-platform titles led to a positive financial report. Microsoft may change strategies again, with severa...

Adam Corsetti, 01 May 2025 01:02

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Desktop and laptop sales spike in North America over US tariff concerns

New statistical evidence suggests that consumers are panic buying to avoid the effects of tariffs. The IDC released North American data confirming significant rises in desktop and laptop sales. Manufacturers are warning buyers abo...

Adam Corsetti, 30 Apr 2025 22:22

New Xbox controllers (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming, Retro Dodo with edits)

Insider discusses three new Xbox controller prototypes with cloud gaming connectivity

Microsoft remains focused on hardware, with three potential new Xbox controllers in the works. An Elite Series 3 option would debut nuanced haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. To reduce latency, multiple controllers could suppo...

Adam Corsetti, 28 Apr 2025 20:53

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More PC players flee GTA V Enhanced for Legacy as game trades PS Plus for Xbox Game Pass

Newer isn't always better when it comes to the most popular community-supported games. GTA 5 Legacy once again has more Steam players than GTA 5 Enhanced. Partial support of GTA 5 mods is a factor in why some gamers abandon the te...

Adam Corsetti, 27 Apr 2025 03:24

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 box (Image source: Bethesda Softworks)

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 sales show not all Xbox Game Pass games need the service

The Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 port is another cross-platform success. New sales data proves that PS5 versions of former Xbox exclusives can thrive. However, the numbers also suggest that not all Xbox Game Pass games n...

Adam Corsetti, 26 Apr 2025 01:14

Microsoft continues efforts to convince users to upgrade their PCs and install Windows 11 (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft continues efforts to convince Windows 10 users to upgrade to TPM 2.0-supported PCs

Windows 10 still has a large user base, with many holding off on upgrading to Windows 11 due to the TPM 2.0 requirement. Microsoft is once again urging this set of users to upgrade their PCs.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Apr 2025 08:03

Xbox Cloud Gaming on Smart TVs and Xbox One (Image source: LG Electronics, Microsoft Xbox Gaming with edits)

Xbox Cloud Gaming stats show Series One and Smart TVs dominating smartphones as new Xbox handheld lurks

Players find that Xbox Cloud Gaming provides a better experience in living rooms. A recent report suggests that using smartphones with the service has too many drawbacks. A new Xbox handheld may look to improve navigation and visu...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Apr 2025 01:27

Microsoft randomly sending out free Xbox gift card codes during Spring Sale 2025

Gaming is becoming more of a luxury during challenging economic times. Microsoft is distributing free gift card codes to keep players invested in the Xbox ecosystem. The offers seem random, but gamers can monitor for messages with...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Apr 2025 16:58

A screenshot from the game The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. (Image Source: Bethesda)

Oblivion remaster launching April 21, according to Xbox support bot

Microsoft and Bethesda are having a hard time keeping the Oblivion remaster under wraps. The game just keeps leaking, and the latest one comes from an unusual source: an Xbox support bot on X. In a recent exchange with a user, the...

Rohith Bhaskar, 17 Apr 2025 10:57

Lunar Lake vs. Snapdragon inside a convertible - Microsoft Surface Pro OLED for Business review

84% Lunar Lake vs. Snapdragon inside a convertible - Microsoft Surface Pro OLED for Business review

Another blow for Windows on ARM? Microsoft now also offers its Surface Pro convertible equipped with Intel's Lunar Lake processors—but specifically targeted toward business customers. We have tested the OLED version and investigated whether private customers might be missing out on the better model.
Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 13.00" | 882 g

Andreas Osthoff, 14 Apr 2025 18:38

Microsoft announced the all-digital, all-white Xbox Series X during 2024's Xbox Games Showcase. (Image source: Xbox/Microsoft, edited)

Xbox Games Showcase 2025 date and time revealed alongside separate The Outer Worlds 2 Direct

Microsoft has officially announced the date and time for the Xbox Games Showcase 2025. Set to take place in early June, the presentation will premier both first-party and third-party titles. Following the showcase, Obsidian Entert...

Fawad Murtaza, 10 Apr 2025 13:45

Microsoft has improved the ability of its Copilot AI chatbot to be a daily companion. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft enhances Copilot AI with personalized podcasts, real-time vision, automatic actions, and chat memory

Microsoft has enhanced its Copilot AI chatbot to be more useful and autonomous for users. With newly added memory, the AI is now more personalized, can analyze surroundings in real time to answer complex prompts, and can take acti...

David Chien, 06 Apr 2025 02:48

2024 Xbox handheld prototype (Image source: ThinkComputers)

Possible new Xbox handheld console spotted during tour of secret Microsoft lab, and it's not Project Kennan

A tour of a secret Microsoft facility may have unintentionally revealed a new Xbox console. During the interview, a curious device appeared in Phil Spencer's office. The controls on the Xbox handheld differ from those of the rumor...

Adam Corsetti, 05 Apr 2025 01:54

Former Xbox executive criticizes Nintendo Switch 2 price, launch titles, and graphics

Some Xbox and PlayStation fans see plenty of drawbacks with the Switch 2. Mike Ybarra no longer works for Microsoft or Blizzard but feels underwhelmed by the Nintendo Switch 2 games and specs. His comments have raised questions ab...

Adam Corsetti, 04 Apr 2025 23:06

Microsoft 365 Copilot Analyst and Research reasoning agents can perform data analysis and business research using artificial intelligence. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft 365 Copilot adds Analyst and Research AI agents to do work of junior business assistants

The new Analyst and Research agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot perform data analysis and business research much like junior consultants do, potentially saving business users time and money while helping them tackle complex business ...

David Chien, 02 Apr 2025 07:07

Asus gaming handheld with Xbox App (Image source: Asus)

New Xbox console could benefit from gaming-friendly Windows UI that rivals SteamOS

Microsoft's plans for a new Xbox console involve streamlining Windows for gamers. A Windows 11 preview build holds clues for how the OS can better accommodate controllers. The Asus Project Kennan gaming handheld may soon show thes...

Adam Corsetti, 02 Apr 2025 02:41

Microsoft is tipped to release new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop products later this season. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Surface: Evidence of new Surface Pro or Surface Laptop surfaces after rumours of spring release

Early evidence of Microsoft's rumoured new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop releases has emerged online. The new options appear set to be less powerful than Microsoft's existing Qualcomm and Intel models, though.

Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 17:37

The newly discovered local account bypass trick for Windows 11 is pretty straightforward and easy. Pictured: Windows 11 laptops (Image source: Microsoft - edited)

Windows 11 users fight back against Microsoft with another local account bypass trick

With Windows 11 build 26120.3653, Microsoft has made it pretty clear that it wants to block BYPASSNRO, a workaround to create a local user account. However, users have found a new way to bypass online account checks during the ini...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 31 Mar 2025 08:18

Microsoft Xbox Elite Series 2 controller (Image source: Amazon)

Microsoft Xbox Elite Series 2 controller tagged with Amazon frequently returned item label

The problematic Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is forcing gamers to rely on the Amazon return policy. Despite its high cost, the esports controller suffers from malfunctioning buttons and stick drift.

Adam Corsetti, 28 Mar 2025 19:04

Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 15 for Business (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Microsoft should let Surface Laptop 7 buyers choose between Intel and Qualcomm

Our review of the Surface Laptop with Intel’s Lunar Lake clearly shows that it's the better device overall. Instead of pushing Windows on ARM at the expense of customers, Microsoft should offer both versions and let buyers choose....

Andreas Osthoff, 26 Mar 2025 19:26

TikTok has a quickly approaching deadline in the US but fewer Americans are now opposing the ban. (Image source: TikTok)

New study shows more Americans want TikTok to stay as sale deadline approaches

TikTok’s parent company ByteDance has till April 5 to sell the app to an American company. However, a new study shows more Americans are now opposed to the ban as compared to two years ago.

Vineet Washington, 26 Mar 2025 17:42

Xbox exclusives rank high on PlayStation Store pre-orders, as Microsoft's cross-platform strategy pays off

The PlayStation Store looks radically different than it did a year ago. Xbox exclusives are appearing on the pre-order sales charts in increasing numbers. Will gamers ever see Sony's PS5 titles on an Xbox console?

Adam Corsetti, 25 Mar 2025 22:58

Sony may block PlayStation Steam games on new Xbox console, dashing hopes for a cross-platform system

A popular insider is arguing that Sony won't allow PC ports on future Xbox consoles. Many gamers disagree since any Windows-based system should support Steam. Microsoft may soon release an Xbox handheld that could act as a test ca...

Adam Corsetti, 25 Mar 2025 01:27

Suspicious Flight Simulator PlayStation Store listing capitalizes on Microsoft PS5 port rumors

After being given false hope, the rumored Flight Simulator PS5 port remains in a holding pattern. A PlayStation Store listing for Flight Simulator 2025 is not associated with Microsoft or the listed Thronefall developer.

Adam Corsetti, 20 Mar 2025 16:15

A promotional image for Windows 11. (Image source: Windows Blog)

Windows 11 could soon have a new FAQ section for PC hardware

A frequently asked questions (FAQ) has been discovered in the latest Dev channel build for Windows 11. It outlines what you need to know about your hardware and answers the most common questions - such as how RAM affects performan...

Rohith Bhaskar, 20 Mar 2025 12:28

The Xbox can play former PlayStation exclusives like God of War with Boosteroid cloud gaming

In today's gaming world, multi-platform titles are becoming the standard. Some players are now using Boosteroid to stream PlayStation exclusives on Xbox consoles. Only purchased PC ports are compatible with the cloud gaming servic...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Mar 2025 00:16

Microsoft Game Pass banner (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming)

GTA 5 could become a PC Game Pass game for the first time according to new rumor

There may soon be a new influx of GTA 5 PC players. A reliable source of Rockstar Games news discovered evidence of integration with PC Game Pass. Rumors of a partnership between Microsoft and Take-Two Interactive have circulated ...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Mar 2025 22:57

Starfield PS5 release hinted at on Bethesda modding site, as Sony eyes more Xbox exclusives

The number of Xbox exclusives is dwindling. A Starfield PS5 announcement may be imminent after a Bethesda Creations leak. The Starfield mods site briefly showed a PlayStation logo before being taken down.

Adam Corsetti, 14 Mar 2025 20:40

Nvidia's latest upscaling tech, DLSS 4, is now supported in over 100 games and apps. (Image source: Nvidia)

DLSS 4 now available in over 100 games, Neural Shaders coming in April

The list of games that support DLSS 4 is growing and now there are more than 100 apps and games that can utilize this upscaling API, as well as Multi Frame Generation. DLSS 4 is supported by older RTX GPUS as well.

Vineet Washington, 13 Mar 2025 15:54

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion artwork (Image source: Epic Games)

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake release date may be sooner than gamers expected

Despite a lack of updates, it appears that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake is nearly here. Leaker NateTheHate now expects the massively open-world title to land before June. Bethesda plans to improve more than its visuals by...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Mar 2025 20:09

BlizzCon is an annual gaming convention organized by Blizzard. (Image source: Blizzard)

Blizzard announces dates for BlizzCon 2026

BlizzCon, the annual gaming convention organized by Blizzard Entertainment is returning in 2026 after taking a break for a few years. The dates have been announced but ticket prices and the program of events remain a mystery.

Habeeb Onawole, 12 Mar 2025 13:20

A promotional image for Microsoft's Majorana 1 chip being held in a human palm. (Image Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft promises more proof amidst scrutiny over its Quantum claims

Microsoft is facing criticism from the scientific community over Majorana 1, with many researchers unconvinced about the company's breakthroughs. The Redmond technology giant previously retracted a similar paper published in 2018....

Rohith Bhaskar, 12 Mar 2025 11:15

OptiScaler mod allows replacing DLSS2, FSR2, or XeSS upscalers with any other upscalers including FSR 4. (Image source: cdozdil/GitHub)

OptiScaler mod brings FSR4 to any game that supports DLSS2/XeSS

Modders bring FSR 4 support to games that already support other upscaling technologies. The implementation is in experimental stage, but it shows impressive performance in Cyberpunk 2077.

Vineet Washington, 11 Mar 2025 17:43

MSI Claw 8 AI+ (Image source: Notebookcheck)

The MSI Claw 8 AI+ gaming handheld's hardware is good, but its software still needs some fine-tuning

MSI's new Claw 8 AI+ is currently one of the best gaming handhelds on the market, but at $899.99, it also isn't cheap. Its hardware is good, but MSI really needs to improve its software.

Andreas Osthoff, 11 Mar 2025 15:30

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle artwork (Image source: Bethesda Softworks)

Leak reveals Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 release date on April 17

Platform-specific games are becoming rare, which benefits PlayStation loyalists. Billbil-kun has shared the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 release date on a French website. Gamers anxious for a whip-cracking adventure can ...

Adam Corsetti, 10 Mar 2025 19:16

Insider expects PC-like new Xbox console but doubts Call of Duty 2026 dev kit rumors

Xbox fans expecting an innovative concept for a new console might feel disappointed. Jez Corden thinks that the creation will take the form of a gaming PC. Call of Duty 2026 developers may already have the specs of Microsoft's nex...

Adam Corsetti, 09 Mar 2025 19:13

Windows 11 support page about preventing unwanted software gets updated (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft continues to urge users to install Windows 11 through support page updates

While Windows 11 had a rocky start, the latest OS by Microsoft is slowly picking up its pace by winning over users from Windows 10. However, the company appears to be trying a little hard to make users switch to the latest operati...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 09 Mar 2025 14:08

Forza Horizon 5 PS5 artwork (Image source: Sony PlayStation Store)

Forza Horizon 5 PS5 gamers will need a Microsoft Xbox account despite no cross-progression

Microsoft is not going to let Forza Horizon PS5 players forget they are playing an Xbox title. A FAQ on the game's official site confirms that the game will require a Microsoft account. Already disappointed about the lack of a phy...

Adam Corsetti, 08 Mar 2025 20:34

Xbox Series X console (Image source: Microsoft)

As Xbox sales dwindle, the Series X is unavailable in much of Europe

The Xbox Series X is becoming a rarer sight across Europe. As Xbox sales crater, Microsoft is sending fewer consoles to the continent. Is the Series X a victim of the company's multi-platform strategy?

Adam Corsetti, 03 Mar 2025 00:49

Microsoft Xbox Core controller (Image source: Microsoft)

Xbox controller inputs are unreliable after firmware update, but it's not stick drift

Gamers may want to avoid a recent Xbox controller firmware update if it's not too late. Version 5.23.5.0 has been causing reports of unexpected analog stick movements. An Xbox support agent explained that a new virtual dead zone f...

Adam Corsetti, 02 Mar 2025 20:12

Fortnite cloud gaming facing potential time restrictions on xCloud

Fortnite cloud gaming is smooth enough for players to remain competitive. The most dedicated gamers log endless hours on the streaming service. A new Better xCloud discovery suggests future restrictions for the free-to-play Fortni...

Adam Corsetti, 02 Mar 2025 01:15

Sony PlayStation VR2 headset (Image source: Sony PlayStation)

Xbox co-creator sees no value in VR gaming as Sony slashes the PSVR 2 price

Xbox co-creator Seamus Blackley is not surprised by the struggles of the PSVR 2. The PS5 is outselling the Xbox Series X, but not every risk Sony PlayStation has taken has paid off. In a recent podcast, Blackley explained why cons...

Adam Corsetti, 28 Feb 2025 21:01

The Xbox Velocity Green Core wireless gaming controller offers up to 40 hours of playtime (Image source: Xbox)

Deal | Xbox’s Velocity Green Core wireless gaming controller back to one of its best Amazon prices

The Xbox Velocity Green Core wireless gaming controller is 40% off on Amazon, reaching its record-low price. With a bold green aesthetic, the Xbox Core wireless controller features a new hybrid D-pad, button mapping, textured grip...

Abhinav Fating, 28 Feb 2025 18:57

Skype may be nearing the end of its life (Image source: c5alliance)

Microsoft to bring an end to Skype

Microsoft appears to be preparing to say goodbye to its once-popular videoconferencing app, Skype. A note found in a recent build suggests that Microsoft Teams is set to become the successor to the platform Microsoft acquired in 2...

Anton Avdyushkin, 28 Feb 2025 14:56

Xbox's new Fable game will now arrive in 2026 but there's still no info on whether it will be available on other consoles. (Image source: Xbox)

Xbox announces Fable has been delayed till 2026

Microsoft's Xbox Games Studios chief has announced that its reboot of the Fable game series has been delayed by a year. The game, which is being developed by Playground Games, is coming more than half a decade since 2010's Fable 3...

Habeeb Onawole, 25 Feb 2025 19:55

Monster Hunter Wilds PS5 box shot (Image source: Sony PlayStation)

Monster Hunter Wilds PS5 and Xbox performance issues detailed in Digital Foundry analysis

The giant maps and monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds stress the PS5 and Xbox Series X. Even with improvements since the open beta, the game produces pixelated textures and muted lighting.

Adam Corsetti, 24 Feb 2025 21:54

Xbox Game Pass prices are rising for Microsoft Rewards holders

Cash isn't the only way customers have been paying for Xbox Game Pass subscriptions. Microsoft Rewards has been fueling gaming addictions since 2005. Sadly, the program will soon become less generous for faithful Xbox supporters.

Adam Corsetti, 22 Feb 2025 23:11

Sebile Xbox controller (Image source: Instant Gaming)

New Xbox controller with DualSense-like features referenced again in latest leak

Microsoft's first-party Xbox controller is widely used on many platforms, but it's not without some drawbacks. The upgraded Sebile controller has returned in a new leak, with features similar to the DualSense.

Adam Corsetti, 22 Feb 2025 19:36

The Scuf Valor Pro for Xbox is a wired controller with Hall effect joysticks. (Image source: Scuf)

Scuf Valor Pro controller brings Hall effect joysticks and audio controls for Xbox and PC

Scuf has jumped into the Hall effect race with its Valor Pro controller for Xbox and PC. It is a wired controller but brings a few features that will surely improve the gaming experience on the Xbox Series consoles.

Vineet Washington, 20 Feb 2025 19:19

Microsoft has updated the CPU support list for Windows 11 (Image source: Microsoft - edited)

Latest Windows 11 update drops support for some previously compatible CPUs, but users won't be affected

Microsoft rolled out the Windows 11 24H2 update in October last year, but just recently, the company has made some changes to the compatible CPU list. Many previously eligible Intel CPUs aren't officially supported anymore, but th...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Feb 2025 06:47

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