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Two Spartans side by side in Halo Infinite.

Halo Infinite’s Winter Update is the boost the shooter needed

Halo Infinite’s Winter Update is the boost the shooter needed

Halo Infinite's Winter Update brought Forge, co-op, and more to the game this month. Those changes are already having a big impact.
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Hacker ranks explode — here’s how you can protect yourself

Hacker ranks explode — here’s how you can protect yourself

Microsoft's Digital Defense report warns of a wave of new hackers and cybersecurity threats and tells you how to stop them.
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2.

Microsoft offered Sony a 10-year Call of Duty deal for PlayStation, report says

Microsoft offered Sony a 10-year Call of Duty deal for PlayStation, report says

A new report claims that Microsoft has offered Sony a 10-year commitment to keep the Call of Duty franchise on PlayStation.
Jesse Rentier stares out over a cliff in the darkness

Evil West tips and tricks: A beginner’s guide to cowboy-vampire warfare

Evil West tips and tricks: A beginner’s guide to cowboy-vampire warfare

If you're ready to embody vampire hunter Jesse Rentier and take on the hoard, we have a few tips and tricks that will help you on your Wild West adventures.
A player battles Krubis in Light on Life.

High on Life takes surprising design cues from Metroid Prime

High on Life takes surprising design cues from Metroid Prime

We went hands-on with High on Life one last time before its launch and were surprised to find some Metroid DNA in it.
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How to turn on ray tracing in Minecraft

How to turn on ray tracing in Minecraft

This advanced lighting option isn't on by default. Whether you're playing on PC or the Xbox Series X/S, here's how you can try out ray tracing in Minecraft.
An Apple MacBook Pro 14 sits open on a table.

In just three years, 30% of PCs may be built on ARM architecture

In just three years, 30% of PCs may be built on ARM architecture

A new report suggests that ARM may appear in many more computers in the near future.
4 screenshots of the games Solitaire, Wordament, Minesweeper, and IceBreakers sit next to each other. Little circles with people's faces are dotted across the image, showing that they are playing the games together.

You can now play Minesweeper (and more games) in Microsoft Teams

You can now play Minesweeper (and more games) in Microsoft Teams

Microsoft has launched a new Work for Games app that lets Microsoft Teams users play games like Minesweeper and Solitaire in meetings.
Razer Blade 14 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Razer quadruples the Blade 14’s USB speed with a simple software update

Razer quadruples the Blade 14’s USB speed with a simple software update

The Razer Blade 14 is getting a huge transfer speed boost with a USB 4 port upgrade but there's no additional hardware needed since it's a software update.
A tv shows the new Xbox Game Pass that comes to Samsung Gaming Hub soon.

Your 2021 Samsung TV may get Xbox Game Pass and more game apps next week

Your 2021 Samsung TV may get Xbox Game Pass and more game apps next week

If you have a 2021 Samsung smart TV, you may be able to stream Xbox Game Pass on it and more cloud services next week.
an ugly blue, green, and white clippy sweater

There’s a Clippy ugly holiday sweater — and it’s awesome

There’s a Clippy ugly holiday sweater — and it’s awesome

Clippy has returned in the form of an ugly Christmas sweater.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart of Chernobyl: release date predictions, trailers, gameplay

S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart of Chernobyl: release date predictions, trailers, gameplay

Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl is coming sometime in 2023. Here's what you need to know about the release date, gameplay trailer, multiplayer, and pre-orders.
An android sits on a truck in Norco.

Xbox Game Pass is getting a pair of Game Awards nominees and more

Xbox Game Pass is getting a pair of Game Awards nominees and more

The second wave of Game Pass titles for November has been revealed and it includes a must-play indie.
Characters facing forwards in Modern Warfare II screenshot.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II: all safe locations and combinations

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II: all safe locations and combinations

You'll need to find three safes to earn the Gentleman Thief trophy in MW2. We'll help you crack this one.
A boat in Pentiment

To make every choice matter, Pentiment rewrote the rules of narrative RPGs

To make every choice matter, Pentiment rewrote the rules of narrative RPGs

In Pentiment, every choice you make has a history-shaping impact. Senior Producer Alec Frey explains how a 14-person team accomplished that feat.
A bonfire rages on during a Tassing celebration in Pentiment.

Pentiment review: Xbox’s big 2022 exclusive appraises its own legacy

Pentiment review: Xbox’s big 2022 exclusive appraises its own legacy

Pentiment's outstanding story and one-of-a-kind art direction make Xbox's only first-party exclusive this fall a worthwhile romp.
The blue edition of the Surface Pro 9.

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 vs. Dell XPS 13 2-in-1

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 vs. Dell XPS 13 2-in-1

The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is the standard for Windows 11 detachable tablet 2-in-1s. The Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 is a new competitor that hopes to take the throne.
Xbox Series X

You need to start using these 5 hidden Xbox Series X features

You need to start using these 5 hidden Xbox Series X features

If you're looking to customize your Xbox Series X, you need to check out these five useful features.
A modified Nintendo Wii, shown running macOS on a monitor.

Watch a modder transform a Mac Mini into a Nintendo Wii

Watch a modder transform a Mac Mini into a Nintendo Wii

Popular YouTuber Luke Miani has managed to fit the innards of an Apple M1-powered Mac Mini into a Nintendo Wii that can, among other things, game at 4K. 
Acer Predator Orion 7000 sitting on a table.

It’s not just you: Microsoft confirms Windows 11 is having gaming issues

It’s not just you: Microsoft confirms Windows 11 is having gaming issues

Microsoft has confirmed that the latest version of Windows 11 is causing a lag when running certain games and apps a month after the 22H2 update was released.
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If you love game history, you need to try Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration

If you love game history, you need to try Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration

Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration's detailed Interactive Timelines are a must for future game collections.
Spartan on the battlefield

The best free Xbox Series X games

The best free Xbox Series X games

Xbox Series X has an impressive lineup of free-to-play games. From Fortnite and Warframe to Fall Guys and Halo Infinite, here are the best free Series X games.
Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 feature that makes the OS photos app compatible with Apple's iClould.

Windows 11 will now work more seamlessly with Apple iCloud

Windows 11 will now work more seamlessly with Apple iCloud

Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 feature that makes the OS photos app compatible with Apple's iClould.
Numbers and Excel on a MacBook with a business person.

How to convert Apple Numbers to Excel

How to convert Apple Numbers to Excel

Want an easier way to share your spreadsheet or workbook with non-Apple users? We’ll show you how to convert Apple Numbers to Excel on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.
Person sitting and using an HP computer with Windows 11.

Update Windows now — Microsoft just fixed several dangerous exploits

Update Windows now — Microsoft just fixed several dangerous exploits

Microsoft has just fixed a whole lot of dangerous vulnerabilities as part of its latest Windows patch.
The Rewind app on an iMac with a pink background, showing a grid of faces from a Zoom call

These new Zoom features take on Teams and Outlook in a serious way

These new Zoom features take on Teams and Outlook in a serious way

Zoom has announced its in-house Mail and Calendar clients, which will soon be available in beta.
Person using a gaming monitor.

Microsoft’s DirectStorage can now boost your game loading times by 200%

Microsoft’s DirectStorage can now boost your game loading times by 200%

Microsoft has just released DirectStorage 1.1, officially adding the long-awaited GPU decompression that could lower loading times by 200%.
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Qualcomm’s rumored 12-core chip finally sounds like a true ARM revolution for PCs

Qualcomm’s rumored 12-core chip finally sounds like a true ARM revolution for PCs

A new report indicates that a 12-core PC chip from Qualcomm may finally have what it takes to take on Intel and Apple.
A close-up of someone using Microsoft Teams on a laptop for a videoconference.

The most common Microsoft Teams problems, and how to fix them

The most common Microsoft Teams problems, and how to fix them

Microsoft Teams allows businesses and organizations to stay connected, but what if something goes wrong? Here's how to solve a few different common issues.
A USB-C hub hanging out of the Steam Deck.

How to install Windows 11 or Windows 10 on the Steam Deck

How to install Windows 11 or Windows 10 on the Steam Deck

You can run Windows on the Steam Deck, but the process is a little involved. Here's how to install Windows 11 or 10 on your Steam Deck.
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The best FPS games for Xbox Series X

The best FPS games for Xbox Series X

Looking for the best shooting action supported by the butter-smooth rates and high resolutions offered by the Xbox Series X? These are the titles worth buying!
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The best multiplayer games on the Xbox Series X

The best multiplayer games on the Xbox Series X

Don't waste your time and money on all the boring games out there. Instead, check out this list of the best multiplayer games for Xbox Series X to jump into.
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II: How to get A Crappy Way To Die trophy or achievement

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II: How to get A Crappy Way To Die trophy or achievement

When they've got to go, they've got to go – but it might cost them their life. Here's how to get one of the most ridiculous trophies in Modern Warefare II.
Google Play Games on PC beta

You can try Google Play Games on PC today as beta expands to the U.S.

You can try Google Play Games on PC today as beta expands to the U.S.

Google has launched the open beta for Google Play Games for PC in the U.S. and seven other countries.