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windowscentral 10h ago 31°

Let's talk about it: Which Xbox console is the best-looking of all time and why is it the Xbox One X?

Microsoft has pumped out plenty of console designs over the years, but the Xbox One X is the best of the bunch. Or is it? Let's hear what you think!
windowscentral 10h ago 30°

“As of January 2026… Drew Murray is now working on the StarCraft shooter” — this report could be the clearest sign yet that the project is moving forward

A recent podcast from Jez Corden reports that Drew Murray may be working on Blizzard’s rumored StarCraft shooter, offering new insight into the project’s potential development team and current status.
windowscentral 9h ago 26°

"An ode to the Horde:" A ramble on what World of Warcraft's most iconic faction means to me — and a lament for its erasure

A band of survivors, outcasts, and quite literal aliens in an unforgiving world: What is arguably Warcraft's most iconic faction is gradually being erased. And it's a shame.
windowscentral 36h ago 22°

"This genuinely puts what Microsoft makes to shame": Someone built the best-looking app for Xbox Cloud Gaming — on Apple TV

Xbox fans can now access their cloud library on Apple TV through Stratix, offering a promising but still early glimpse at what official support could look like.
windowscentral 36h ago 22°

Microsoft says Windows 11's bugs are all "resolved": At least the ones it knows about — and new bugs are impossible to avoid

Microsoft's official documentation shows Windows 11 doesn't have any known issues, though users may still encounter glitches after updates.
windowscentral 29h ago 20°

Microsoft finally fixes the Windows 11 Insider mess with a preview program that makes sense (and actually lets you test its new features)

The Windows Insider Program is streamlining the number of preview channels available, and scrapping its controlled feature rollout system for users who just want to test the features when they are announced.
windowscentral 10h ago 19°

“Truthfully, I still think Bethesda is just part of something that is not authentic and is not genuine” — Pete Hines reflects on Bethesda after Microsoft’s acquisition

The former Bethesda publishing head explains why he stayed after the acquisition, detailing growing frustration, declining mental health, and why he ultimately chose to leave
windowscentral 37h ago 19°

"Repeated choices to serve their business over their customers": Mozilla accuses Microsoft of using 'dark patterns' to force its Copilot AI on Windows 11 users

Mozilla argues that Microsoft’s rollback of its aggressive Windows 11 Copilot campaign amounts to an admission that it relied on deceptive tactics and dark patterns to steer users into behaviors that serve its own interests.
windowscentral 10h ago 17°

"It still won’t be my dream Surface Pro": The missing piece Microsoft never built vanished — and it’s not coming back

Even if Microsoft perfects the Surface Pro 12, it still won’t be the device I’ve been waiting for. The one accessory that made the Surface Pro feel like a real laptop vanished — and Microsoft never replaced it.
windowscentral 40h ago 16°

"I’ve died more times than I can count": This side-scrolling roguelike is an ID@Xbox triumph. Say hi to 'Absolum,' your new addiction.

I’ve died more times than I can count, and I’ve never had more fun doing it.
windowscentral 8h ago 15°

“We have discontinued SaRA”: Microsoft replaces its Windows 11 Recovery Assistant — here’s how to transition to Microsoft's modern command-line replacement.

Microsoft removes SaRA from Windows 11 and replaces it with Get Help CLI. Learn how to get started to troubleshoot apps like Outlook, Office, and Teams issues.
windowscentral 5h ago 15°

Is Valve prepping its own AI for Steam?

Reference to something called SteamGPT has appeared in a datamined Steam update, which could mean that Valve is bringing in AI to help speed up support requests and to buff anti-cheat. Here's what you need to know.
windowscentral 35h ago 14°

"The pro-aim function is like cheat mode for shooters": Who needs Xbox's Elite controller when this cheaper joypad plays better?

The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra is a top-of-the-line controller for Xbox. Incredibly responsive controls, an OLED display, and other useful features are now yours for less with this 54% discount.
windowscentral 10h ago 14°

"I didn't know a $50 controller could be this good": this PC gamepad with Hall Effect sticks was already a bargain, but it's now an absolute steal

The GameSir Super Nova is an underrated PC gaming controller with a sturdy build, responsive controls enhanced by tech you'd normally find in premium controllers, and a budget-friendly price tag that's been cheapened further with this 33% discount.
windowscentral 37h ago 12°

"Not every 'WTF micro$oft' moment is a slam dunk": Microsoft terminated developer accounts for VeraCrypt, WireGuard, and Windscribe — What really happened?

Millions of Windows users were left exposed to malicious attacks after Microsoft suspended VPN and encryption developer accounts, blocking critical security updates.
windowscentral 29h ago 10°

Snapdragon X2 laptops need a quick update to stop getting the wrong graphics drivers

Early Snapdragon X2 laptops, including the ASUS Zenbook A16, were downloading incorrect graphics drivers. Qualcomm has issued a quick update that fixes the issue.
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