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Xbox handheld mockup (Image source: Asus, MightySkins with edits)

Microsoft may have delayed new Xbox console to make Windows-based handheld PC competitive with SteamOS

Microsoft's timetable to release a new Xbox console is now in flux. The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS shows how Windows throttles performance on mobile devices. An insider reports that Microsoft is now intent on improving handhe...

Adam Corsetti, 30 May 2025 01:56

Capcom strips Games for Windows Live from Street Fighter X Tekken and Lost Planet 2, crippling multiplayer

More Capcom Steam games are losing online connectivity. With Microsoft ending Games for Windows Live, some titles from the era are unplayable. Lost Planet 2 and Street Fighter X Tekken players now hope that Steamworks will keep th...

Adam Corsetti, 29 May 2025 17:28

Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS and Windows compared (Image source: screenshot, Dave2D YouTube)

Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS and Windows benchmarks show limitations of a rumored new Xbox handheld

SteamOS may transform the Lenovo Legion Go S into the most desirable gaming handheld. A popular YouTuber compared it to the Windows version and shared surprising benchmarks. A new portable Xbox console will likely encounter the sa...

Adam Corsetti, 26 May 2025 01:07

Microsoft's Surface Laptop 13 and Surface Pro 12 (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft's bold move: Expensive Surface Laptop 13 now ships without a charger

It’s a well known fact that many smartphones don’t come with a charger included in the box. Microsoft is now following suit and ships the new Surface Laptop 13 and Surface Pro 12 without a suitable power adapter, at least in Europ...

Andreas Osthoff, 23 May 2025 19:32

PlayStation Showcase and State of Play banners (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

No Sony PlayStation Showcase or State of Play in sight with lack of first-party PS5 games

First-party PlayStation titles are becoming a less compelling reason to purchase a PS5. With only a handful of exclusive PS5 games incoming, no Sony events are on the calendar. Insiders can't confirm any PlayStation Showcase or St...

Adam Corsetti, 22 May 2025 01:12

A promotional image for the video game Senua's Sacrifice: Hellblade II featuring artwork of the protagonist Senua. (Image Source: @NinjaTheory on X)

Xbox exclusive Hellblade 2 makes the jump to PS5

Ninja Theory's Senua's Saga: Hellblade II will release on PS5, "this summer." The game was released on Xbox Series X|S and PC last year to positive reviews.

Rohith Bhaskar, 21 May 2025 22:54

Microsoft may announce which first-party Xbox games will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 soon

With the Switch 2 release date nearly here, Microsoft hasn't detailed its plans for the console. Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer previously expressed support for Nintendo's system. The Verge's Tom Warren believes gamers will soo...

Adam Corsetti, 21 May 2025 20:18

50 popular Activision games are now available on Game Pass (Image source: Microsoft Xbox)

Xbox Game Pass gets over 50 new games in one fell swoop

Roughly 50 retro games are now available for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, thanks to a partnership with Antstream Arcade. The initial lineup features about 50 classic titles from Activision, Sierra and other publishers.

Marc Zander, 21 May 2025 20:03

2024 Xbox handheld prototype (Image source: ThinkComputers)

Xbox handheld said to feature a low-powered custom AMD APU

A new leak hints at a custom low-powered AMD APU for the rumored Xbox handheld. The rumored handheld may arrive late this year while the full-fledged Xbox and PlayStation consoles are likely set for 2027.

Vineet Washington, 21 May 2025 19:32

Xbox consoles April 2025 sales increase (Image source: Microsoft Gaming with edits)

U.S. April Xbox console sales rose before Microsoft raised prices as PS5 and Switch declined again

Despite Microsoft's focus on other platforms, Xbox console sales surprisingly rose in April. At the same time, revenue from PS5 and Switch hardware continued to fall off. Microsoft also found success with top-selling Xbox games on...

Adam Corsetti, 21 May 2025 17:16

Xbox games might soon become playable on PCs (Image source: Microsoft)

Xbox games rumored to become playable on Windows PCs thanks to official emulator

In a recent video, YouTuber eXtas1s has discussed a new x64 emulator that would allow Xbox games to run on Windows. It was also mentioned that the Xbox app might get a big picture mode, similar to the one found on Steam.

Marc Zander, 19 May 2025 23:56

If the leak is true, Steam titles could become available within the Microsoft Store through backend linking. (Image source: Steam, Microsoft - edited)

Microsoft may be testing Steam integration inside its Store, according to new leak

A new leak claims Microsoft is testing Steam support for the Microsoft Store, sparking theories about cross-platform access, exclusivity, and the future of Xbox hardware.

Anubhav Sharma, 18 May 2025 22:52

Xbox Insider banner (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Xbox Insider program previews UI changes, including pinning games and hiding apps

The Xbox UI is getting a much-needed facelift. Xbox Insider testers are now able to choose which tiles appear on Home screens. Microsoft is also concerned with making Xbox app navigation less frustrating on PCs and handhelds.

Adam Corsetti, 17 May 2025 00:03

Snapdragon chips above rumored new Xbox console (Image source: Qualcomm, Asus, Microsoft Gaming with edits)

Insider doubts new Xbox console will be Arm-based because of backward compatibility concerns

According to a Qualcomm job listing, Microsoft may consider using Arm-based chips in a new Xbox console. While the hardware allows for more efficient performance, an insider thinks the change is unrealistic. Microsoft prefers the ...

Adam Corsetti, 15 May 2025 23:20

Windows is extending security updates for Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10. (Image source: Pexels / Nothing Ahead)

Certain Microsoft apps to receive security updates until 2028 despite Windows 10 phaseout

Before Windows 10's retirement on October 14, 2025, Microsoft has once again relaxed its rules. This time it concerns Microsoft 365 apps, which were to supposed continue working only after upgrading to Windows 11. Now they will co...

Marc Zander, 13 May 2025 18:39

Sony's legacy compatibility patents remain unused as PS5 enters fifth year and next-gen work begins

Despite years of patents and at least one public hiring effort focused on emulation, Sony has yet to implement native support for legacy platforms — even as next-generation development continues behind the scenes.

Louise Burke, 11 May 2025 16:36

Doom: The Dark Ages Xbox and PS5 physical releases (Image source: Bethesda Softworks)

Doom: The Dark Ages PS5 and Xbox discs require massive downloads as digital gaming takes over

Console gamers should prepare for large downloads on the Doom: The Dark Ages release date. Owners of physical versions will find minimal data on discs. Xbox games often require the internet to install, but the 100 GB PS5 discs are...

Adam Corsetti, 09 May 2025 16:33

Xbox vs. PlayStation 2024 console sales (Image source: Microsoft Gaming, Sony PlayStation with edits)

The PS4 and PS5 gained another 10 million players over the Xbox in 2024, as gap in console sales grows

PlayStation is expanding its lead over the Xbox in console sales. New 2024 U.S data shows that the PS4 and PS5 encouraged 10 million more adopters than on Microsoft's systems. Game Pass titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 only t...

Adam Corsetti, 08 May 2025 23:49

The new Surface Arc Mouse colors match those of the new Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft's Surface Arc Mouse gets a refresh with two new colors

The Surface Arc Mouse is now available to buy in two new colors. The new colors match those of the newly-released 12-inch Surface Pro 11 and 13-inch Surface Laptop.

Habeeb Onawole, 08 May 2025 23:00

Xbox backward compatible games (Image source: Microsoft Gaming with edits)

Microsoft job posting signals efforts to emulate games on a new Xbox console and unify platforms

Even if a new Xbox console uses Windows, some older titles could require emulation to boot. Microsoft is searching for a software engineer to aid its game preservation efforts. Current PCs and other platforms may also benefit from...

Adam Corsetti, 08 May 2025 00:00

Gears of War: Reloaded banner with PS5 and PC disc versions (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming, Game Espana with edits)

Gears of War: Reloaded physical version may release for PS5 and PC, but not Xbox consoles

Owners of non-digital Xbox consoles are finding less use for their disc drives. Gears of War: Reloaded may sell physical versions exclusively to PS5 and PC gamers in Spain. However, Microsoft could offer other options for the cove...

Adam Corsetti, 07 May 2025 20:27

Nintendo Switch 2 game prices (Image source: Best Buy, Nintendo of America with edits)

Former PlayStation President thinks higher Nintendo Switch 2 game prices were inevitable

Steeper Nintendo Switch 2 game prices set a precedent that Microsoft soon followed. A former PlayStation executive believes that more expensive games are unavoidable. On the other hand, there are several ways for publishers to off...

Adam Corsetti, 05 May 2025 23:17

Microsoft Authenticator will delete generated passwords August 2025 - Back up your passwords now. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Authenticator warning: Generated passwords will be deleted August 2025

Microsoft Authenticator will lose the ability to store and autofill passwords August 1, 2025. All users of this app should immediately back up all saved and generated passwords up to prevent loss of access to email, banking, and o...

David Chien, 05 May 2025 21:28

Call of Duty battle pass banner (Image source: Blizzard Entertainment)

Call of Duty 2025 could lock unique modes, skins, and loot behind a battle pass

The Call of Duty 2025 battle pass may demand a larger financial commitment from players. A new leak suggests that some modes and cosmetics are only accessible through purchases. With a potential $80 price, Call of Duty Black Ops 7...

Adam Corsetti, 05 May 2025 01:22

The Surface Laptop 13 is a return of sorts to the ethos behind Microsoft's Surface Laptop Go range. (Image source: via Roland Quandt & WinFuture)

New Microsoft Surface Laptop release leaks with new design and 13-inch display

Microsoft looks set to complement the 13.8-inch and 15-inch versions of the Surface Laptop 7 next week with a smaller Surface Laptop 13". Equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon X series chipset, the Surface Laptop 13" could well be a...

Alex Alderson, 03 May 2025 19:27

Elon Musk’s Grok AI reportedly coming to Microsoft's Azure AI Foundry

Microsoft engineers are gearing up to host Elon Musk’s Grok on Azure AI Foundry to let software developers make extensive use of the AI, claims report. Microsoft has now tapped multiple models including the most recent big success...

Anton Avdyushkin, 03 May 2025 10:56

PS5 and PS5 Pro price increases (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

Analyst expects PS5 and PS5 Pro price increases to $700/900 after Xbox console tariff response

After Microsoft revised Xbox console prices, the cost of a PS5 looks more reasonable. Sadly, a financial analyst thinks Sony could react to tariffs with a larger PS5 or PS5 Pro price increase. Sony PlayStation relies on console sa...

Adam Corsetti, 02 May 2025 16:53

Xbox Game Pass was initially launched back in June 2017. (Image source: Microsoft, Unsplash, edited)

Xbox Game Pass price hike could follow Xbox console and upcoming first-party game price increases

It appears Microsoft isn't just contend with raising prices of Xbox Series S | X, first-party games, and accessories, as the company could be preparing to increase Game Pass price too. The possible price increase will worsen the v...

Fawad Murtaza, 02 May 2025 13:11

Microsoft is expected to unveil new and compact Surface computers on May 6. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft schedules Surface-related announcement for May 6

Microsoft has a Surface-related announcement scheduled for May 6. The Redmond-based tech giant is expected to announce new compact Surface laptops.

Habeeb Onawole, 02 May 2025 13:00

Microsoft Xbox console lineup (Image source: Microsoft Gaming)

Microsoft raising prices of the Xbox Series X, Series S, accessories, and first-party games

After much speculation, Xbox consoles are more expensive across the globe. The 512 GB Series S now costs $379.99 instead of $299, while the 1 TB Series X is $599.99. Microsoft also adjusted the prices of other console models, firs...

Adam Corsetti, 01 May 2025 16:06

Xbox Gaming banner (Image source: Microsoft Gaming with edits)

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

Lenovo laptop and desktop (Image source: Lenovo)

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

GTA 5 Enhanced banner (Image source: Steam)

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

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

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

Microsoft

Microsoft may have delayed new Xbox console to make Windows-based handheld PC competitive with SteamOS

Capcom strips Games for Windows Live from Street Fighter X Tekken and Lost Planet 2, crippling multiplayer

Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS and Windows benchmarks show limitations of a rumored new Xbox handheld

Microsoft's bold move: Expensive Surface Laptop 13 now ships without a charger

No Sony PlayStation Showcase or State of Play in sight with lack of first-party PS5 games

Xbox exclusive Hellblade 2 makes the jump to PS5

Microsoft may announce which first-party Xbox games will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 soon

Xbox Game Pass gets over 50 new games in one fell swoop

Xbox handheld said to feature a low-powered custom AMD APU

U.S. April Xbox console sales rose before Microsoft raised prices as PS5 and Switch declined again

Xbox games rumored to become playable on Windows PCs thanks to official emulator

Microsoft may be testing Steam integration inside its Store, according to new leak

Xbox Insider program previews UI changes, including pinning games and hiding apps

Insider doubts new Xbox console will be Arm-based because of backward compatibility concerns

Certain Microsoft apps to receive security updates until 2028 despite Windows 10 phaseout

Sony's legacy compatibility patents remain unused as PS5 enters fifth year and next-gen work begins

Doom: The Dark Ages PS5 and Xbox discs require massive downloads as digital gaming takes over

The PS4 and PS5 gained another 10 million players over the Xbox in 2024, as gap in console sales grows

Microsoft's Surface Arc Mouse gets a refresh with two new colors

Microsoft job posting signals efforts to emulate games on a new Xbox console and unify platforms

Gears of War: Reloaded physical version may release for PS5 and PC, but not Xbox consoles

Former PlayStation President thinks higher Nintendo Switch 2 game prices were inevitable

Microsoft Authenticator warning: Generated passwords will be deleted August 2025

Call of Duty 2025 could lock unique modes, skins, and loot behind a battle pass

New Microsoft Surface Laptop release leaks with new design and 13-inch display

Elon Musk’s Grok AI reportedly coming to Microsoft's Azure AI Foundry

Analyst expects PS5 and PS5 Pro price increases to $700/900 after Xbox console tariff response

Xbox Game Pass price hike could follow Xbox console and upcoming first-party game price increases

Microsoft schedules Surface-related announcement for May 6

Microsoft raising prices of the Xbox Series X, Series S, accessories, and first-party games

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

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

Insider discusses three new Xbox controller prototypes with cloud gaming connectivity

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

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

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

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

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

Oblivion remaster launching April 21, according to Xbox support bot

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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