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Microsoft’s week in review: Windows 11 26H2 rolls out, Surface’s October 7 event builds hype, Qualcomm’s X2 beats Intel, and Linux container support arrives. A quiet but defining stretch for Windows and its future. Catch up here⤵️ windowscentral.com/microsoft…

The team behind Gears of War: E‑Day says Xbox exclusivity is part of the franchise’s DNA. They recnetly talked about how Gears grew up on Xbox, how that shaped its tone and community, and why continuing that legacy matters as they rebuild the origin story with modern tech and storytelling. Read the breakdown by @JezCorden 👇 windowscentral.com/gaming/ge…

Heart racing, slammed against the wall, watching infinite respawn timers, is 'March of Giants' still fun when you're getting dominated? Here's how my hands-on time with Ubisoft Montreal's new MOBA went when I faced off against its dedicated developers: windowscentral.com/gaming/my…

Razer's new Tartarus V2 Pro looks bizarre, but it's actually the most comfortable gaming 'keyboard' I've ever used. Linear switches with adjustable actuation open up more per-key bindings than you might expect, and they pair with a drift-proof TMR thumbstick that only needs a post-launch Synapse app update to make it match the overall experience. At a glance, you might think it's built only for MMORPG mega-fans, but this revised keypad has a much broader ergonomic appeal. Give it a shot! REVIEW: windowscentral.com/gaming/pc…

I visited Ubisoft Montreal for a first look at one of the most promising new MOBAs in a decade, and sure enough, March of Giants is something special. With clever strategy elements and a steampunk twist on WWI, it's one to watch! INTERVIEW: windowscentral.com/gaming/i-…

The Windows Central Podcast LIVE is starting up! This week: Snapdragon summit recap, Qualcomm beats Intel, what to expect at Surface event next week, and latest on Win 11, plus much more! Join us now: windowscentral.com/live

What to expect during Microsoft's big October 7 event – Windows Central Podcast LIVE with @daniel_rubino and @zacbowden x.lingyaoai.com/i/broadcasts/1mxPaZekX…

Microsoft's official X account was compromised this week in what appears to have been an attempt to promote cryptocurrency. An emphatic request to bring back Clippy is nothing new on social media, but the post by the since-suspended account was, sadly, not a genuine plea. windowscentral.com/microsoft…

Join @daniel_rubino and @zacbowden for the LIVE Windows Central Podcast today at 2PM ET! On the agenda: - Recapping Microsoft's new Surface announcements at Snapdragon Summit - The latest from Windows 11 - What to expect from Microsoft's big October 7 event - And more! Don't miss it! piped.video/watch?v=S7Cz8pmv…

Big open-world racers like Forza Horizon 6 get a lot of the attention these days, but there's still a place for more traditional track-based action. This year's @NASCAR26TheGame builds on iRacing's first attempt, adding some new features that elevate the whole package. It's not without some flaws, but if you want a track racer on Xbox Series X|S right now, this is one of the best. Even if you're not a NASCAR fan, you should think about trying it out. REVIEW: windowscentral.com/gaming/na…

This summer, it felt like Xbox Play Anywhere really started going mainstream. 007: First Light, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Baldur's Gate 3, Witcher 3, and now classic Metro games? What's going on here? 👇 windowscentral.com/gaming/xb…

Reviews for Gears of War: E-Day's story-driven campaign mode are pouring in ahead of its global launch next week, on October 6! Here's what the critics are saying about this new entry in Xbox's flagship shooter franchise ⤵️ windowscentral.com/gaming/xb…

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 doesn’t carry the “Extreme” badge, but new testing shows it beating Intel across CPU performance, AI acceleration, battery life, and even pricing. The mainstream chip is doing the heavy lifting (and it’s winning). Full story by @daniel_rubino on new research just published by Signal65 on Qualcomm vs. Intel and AMD 🔗 windowscentral.com/hardware/…

Gears of War: E-Day review (in progress): Immaculate presentation, stunning character work, and polished gunplay are undermined by some odd game design decisions — that detract rather than elevate. MORE: windowscentral.com/gaming/xb… by @JezCorden 🔽

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered receives its first post-launch hotfix, restoring DLSS support for Xbox Play Anywhere players on PC and addressing some lighting issues. CD Projekt Red says another update is in the works to fix the game's current save-related problems. windowscentral.com/gaming/th…

The original Halo is now playable on PS5, Android, and, weirdly, even web browsers, thanks to community-led ports that lean on AI. With Claude recently releasing Opus 5.5, the barrier to entry for this kind of work has dropped significantly, so make of that what you will. windowscentral.com/gaming/ha…

The XBOX x IKEA furniture collection is available to buy in-store and online right now for UK peeps, and US Xbox fans can get theirs in a few hours' time. Will you be buying anything? windowscentral.com/gaming/xb…

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV continues to build hype by showcasing a battle between the indomitable Space Marines and immortal Necron factions. Looks like Blood Ravens won't be the only Space Marine faction you play as this time around. windowscentral.com/gaming/wa…

Sharp Redditors noticed that Brazil's Ministry of Justice recently classified World of Warcraft: Forever for consoles, then quickly deleted the listing. Could this mean the iconic MMORPG is finally coming to Xbox, or was it more likely just a mistake? windowscentral.com/gaming/bl…

To celebrate the launch of Gears of War: E-Day, 8BitDo & Xbox have teamed up again for a gorgeous limited-edition Retro 87 keyboard and R8 mouse drop 💥 windowscentral.com/gaming/8b…