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A masked figure in Avowed. The mask looks like it's made of gold, it has glowing red eyes, and there's a hood over its head.

Avowed might be the best work of ‘pandemic art’ to date

Underneath all its Pillars of Eternity lore, Avowed tells a deep story that has a lot to say about how the Covid-19 pandemic was used as a political tool.
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Finally, a good vampire video game to sink your teeth into

Narrative RPG Cabernet let's players decide what kind of vampire to be in a town full of potential friends and victims.
Concept art for Lies of P's DLC.

Everything announced at ID@Xbox Showcase February 2025

Today's Xbox showcase debuted several new games and announced long-awaited for release dates for many others.
OpenAI's Mira Murati introduces GPT-4o.

Microsoft prepares for major GPT-5 updates from OpenAI

OpenAI has indicated that its next LLM updates are coming soon and partners, including Microsoft are preparing to maintain compatibility.
The Surface Pro 11 on a brown table.

Harness Microsoft’s Copilot with this Surface Pro 11 sale

The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 with the Surface Pro Keyboard is on sale from Best Buy with a $350 discount. Take advantage of this offer for a Copilot+ laptop!
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Microsoft shocks users by backtracking on sign-in changes

Microsoft changes its mind and says that the sign-in changes that were announced for February will no longer be applied.
Microsoft’s Majorana 1 quantum computing chip.

Microsoft created a whole new state of matter to make its quantum chip

Microsoft has developed the world’s first quantum computing chip called Majorana 1. The company says quantum computers are now just years away, not decades.
Windows 11 on several devices.

I’ve been waiting for this possible Windows 11 transfer tool

A possible Migration app is spotted in a Windows 11 build that could make transferring files to a new PC a breeze if it's released.
A screen of gameplay from the game Bleeding Edge

Microsoft trained an AI to play (and maybe develop) games

Microsoft's new generative AI model is intended to help developers build games faster and bring life back to older titles.
Rogue Legacy 2

The best roguelikes on Xbox Series X

Anyone looking for a good roguelike on Xbox Series X knows there are a ton of options within the crowded genre. These are the best of the best ones to play.
A structure sits in the sea in The Talos Principle 2.

The best puzzle games on Xbox Series X

Even if you love a great puzzle game, no one likes the challenge of finding the best puzzle games on Xbox Series X. Let our list solve that problem for you.
A person using a laptop with a set of code seen on the display.

Updated macOS malware variant uncovered by Microsoft

Microsoft has observed a once formant macOS malware that has now began targeting Apple’s Xcode platform in a new, more enhanced variant.
Ori and the Will of the Wisps Ice Forest

The best Metroidvania games on Xbox Series X

Navigating the maze of amazing Metroidvania games on Xbox Series X can feel overwhelming. Instead, we explored every corner to find the best games to play.
Crash Bandicoot emerging from a tunnel, with a smirk on his face.

The best platformers on Xbox Series X

Most gamers turn to Nintendo when looking for a goo platformer, but the Xbox Series X has some amazing 2D and 3D platfomers of its own. Here are the best ones.
Everwilds art

Phil Spencer just gave a rare update on the elusive Everwild

Rare has kept information about Everwild under tight wraps, but Phil Spencer just gave a small and long-awaited update.
Fighting enemies in Elden Ring Nightreign.

A Steam page slip-up just told us more about Elden Ring: Nightreign

A line of text on Elden Ring: Nightreign's Steam page suggests other playable characters could be added to the game at a later date.
Synced tab groups from Chrome appearing on an iPhone.

Chrome tab groups now allow mobile-desktop sync, and it’s utter chaos

Do I want to see my mobile tab groups on PC? Yes, but only the work stuff. My Reddit memes on desktop? Oh, heck no. It also acts very weird, as per irked users.
Key art for Age of Mythology: Retold.

3 Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (February 14-16)

This Valentine's weekend, why not cozy up by the Xbox and play some great games via Game Pass? These are the best games to play this weekend alone or in co-op.

Should you free Ilora in Avowed?

During the opening of Avowed you will be faced with your first real choice: should you free the prisoner Ilora or not? Here's what the consequences will be.
Key art for Mecha Break's The Game Awards 2024 announcement.

Mecha Break’s upcoming open beta is your best chance to play yet

Mecha Break will host an open beta on Steam starting February 23, and you can sign up from February 20.
Windows 11 on several devices.

Microsoft Supercharges AI to fix Windows software bugs

Microsoft's new patent shows an upcoming system AI that makes detecting and fixing software issues easier for developers and regular Windows users.
Kai fights a Xaurip in Avowed.

Avowed review: Obsidian’s latest RPG is its best

Avowed embraces what works best about Obsidian's RPGs to offer an unforgettable adventure.
A Dell laptop with Windows 10 sitting on a desk.

Windows 10 KB5051974 update adds a new app without asking

Microsoft has released the KB5051974 cumulative update for versions 22H2 and 21H2, adding security fixes and patching a memory leak. However, as reports, the update also includes a surprise: the new Outlook for Windows app. The update is mandatory because it includes the January 2025 Patch Tuesday security updates. Once you install it, you will […]
Windows 11 logo on a laptop.

Windows 11’s February 2025 update fixes annoying bugs

Microsoft’s February 2025 cumulative update brings much-needed relief to Windows 11 users, fixing Auto HDR issues that caused game crashes, audio output disruptions, and USB webcam detection problems, as reported by . The patch, KB5051987 for Windows 11 24H2 users and KB5051989 for 23H2 addresses these irritating bugs and is mandatory. The update fixes the […]
Hazel talks to a catfish in South of Midnight.

South of Midnight knows exactly what it wants to be and is better for it

We went hands on with South of Midnight, getting a much better sense of how the stop-motion inspired game feels.
The Surface Pro 11 on a white table in front of a window.

Want a Copilot+ laptop? Get the Microsoft Surface Pro 11 while it’s $350 off

The Microsoft Surface Pro 11, a powerful Copilot+ laptop that comes with a detachable keyboard, is on sale from Best Buy for $1,000 following a $350 discount.
The Copilot key shown on a white keyboard.

Microsoft sort of brings back Menu key after Copilot backlash

Microsoft has heard your cries and is finally letting you do something you wanted for a while with the Copilot key. It's kind of bringing back a button it removed .
Microsoft Copilot Pro.

Microsoft Edge Copilot now lets you share AI chats easily

@Leopeva64 Microsoft has added a new share button to in Edge, allowing users to share AI chat conversations with others more easily by creating a shareable link, as . The update, available now, also expands the “Think Deeper” feature to all users, enhancing AI responses with deeper reasoning. With this addition, Microsoft is making Copilot […]
Jim Ryan talks about PlayStation on stage at CES 2023.

Game exclusivity is dying, and that’s a good thing

Consoles were once heavily dependent on exclusive games to survive, but that concept is quickly becoming extinct. And that's good for gamers.
Edge browser icon

Looks like the Edge Browser can’t be uninstalled after all

Microsoft is making uninstalling the Edge browser a quite convoluted affair.
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

The hardest video games of all time

Most games let you choose how difficult the experience is, but not all. Some games are so brutal that they go down in history as the hardest games of all time.
LG G4 OLED

The 8 best TVs for gaming in 2025, as vetted by our experts

HDMI 2.1 and low input lag are a couple of top considerations for a gaming TV. Here’s a few of our favorite sets that are tailor-made for console and PC gaming.
A young girl in a white dress looks back. She carries a bag and a bow on her back while holding an orange leaf in her hand.

One of 2024’s most overlooked games just came to consoles. Don’t miss it twice

2024 hidden gem Momodora: Moonlit Farewell just came to consoles, and it's a stylish Metroidvania worth checking out.
A quarterback pointing before a hike in madden 25.

3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (February 7-9)

Xbox is making Game Pass well worth the price in February. With a ton of new and classic games to check out, these are three new titles to play this weekend.