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Ex-Microsoft gaming VP isn't worried new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma doesn't have a gaming background — "I think that’s going to be okay ... that can work fine."

Ed Fries, Microsoft's former game publishing VP, says it's okay that the new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma doesn't have gaming experience. Here's why.

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Dev of one of EA's biggest new games is laying off workers and "transforming as a studio" — "we’re committed to supporting them through this transition"

Months after the launch of EA's skate., its development team is laying workers off as it goes through the process of "transforming as a studio."

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The Resident Evil Requiem release date and launch times are imminent — here's when you can play, and when it comes out in your region

Capcom's latest horror title Resident Evil Requiem is upon us. Here's everything you need to know about its release date, launch times, and more.

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The February Xbox update quietly unlocks a big win for older consoles, brings ROG Ally upgrades, and much more

The February Xbox Update introduces 1440p cloud streaming on Xbox consoles, new controller navigation sounds in the Xbox PC app, improved storage and shader features for Xbox Ally, and more.

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Resident Evil Requiem reviews and Metacritic scores are in — does Capcom's latest entry in the beloved horror series live up to the hype?

Capcom's latest Resident Evil installment, Resident Evil Requiem, is finally upon us. But does it live up to the hype? Here's what reviewers think.

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Windows Central readers react to former Xbox President's rushed exit — Is Sarah Bond being scapegoated, or was her strategy actually a failure?

Xbox has undergone some major changes in the past week, and that includes the exit of former Xbox President Sarah Bond. Was it a necessary move, or is Bond being scapegoated? Here's what our readers are saying.

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Microsoft Copilot and Outlook teamed up to make the worst Edge feature ever — but there's still time to cancel it

Microsoft plans to make Edge open Copilot automatically when you click Outlook links. It's an odd addition at a time when people are already tired of forced AI features.

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Outlook’s latest ad fail: promoting Steam account resales that Steam bans outright

Microsoft Outlook displayed an advert promoting the sale of Dota 2 and other gaming accounts for up to $1,000, despite Steam’s Subscriber Agreement prohibiting account transfers. The incident raises concerns about automated ad review systems and platform responsibility.

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Resident Evil Requiem (Xbox, PC) Review — An epic showcase of Resident Evil's best action and survival horror traditions

Resident Evil Requiem is another fantastic entry in the industry's most legendary horror franchise. Sometimes the split protagonist experience can feel a little disjointed, but the dizzying highs are so plentiful you might not even notice.

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Xbox fans are seriously wrestling with Phil Spencer’s legacy — and Asha Sharma now has to walk straight into the ring. Here's what they're saying.

Fans are split on Asha Sharma as Xbox’s new CEO, but many hope fresh leadership can refocus the brand after years of mixed decisions and shifting strategy.

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I can't get over this custom RTX 5080 gaming PC built into a cast-iron radiator — this might be the best build of the year, and it's only February

Billet Labs has unleashed their latest custom PC build on the world, and I can't get over the fact that someone turned an ancient cast-iron radiator into a working, high-end gaming PC.

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NVIDIA starts listing jobs for Linux gaming with Valve's Proton in its sights — AMD probably wonders what took them so long

NVIDIA job listings show the company hiring for Vulkan performance and Linux graphics roles, signaling growing interest in Linux gaming as Proton and SteamOS continue to mature.

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Microsoft 365 now watermarks your AI content — because nothing says “fun” like metadata tracking

Microsoft has introduced a new AI watermark policy for Microsoft 365, allowing administrators to enable audio watermarking now, with video support arriving in March 2026. Even when disabled, AI-generated content will still include metadata indicating Copilot involvement.

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Teams’ invasive Wi‑Fi tracking sparks backlash as users say Microsoft crossed a line — “There must be a team at Microsoft tasked with making Teams worse”

Microsoft Teams’ new Wi‑Fi location tracking feature is raising privacy concerns, with users debating whether it’s useful or simply invasive.

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YouTube’s war on ad-blockers just got personal — punishing users by hiding video descriptions and comments

A new report by AdGuard suggests that YouTube has stopped showing comments and video descriptions to some users with ad blockers installed on their devices.

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Mandatory UK age checks have officially hit Xbox — players are being forcibly removed from matches

Mandatory age verification under the UK’s Online Safety Act is now live on Xbox, with players reporting forced mid-game removals, failed checks, and restricted access to chat and Discord.

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Xbox hints at a shift on exclusives: “The plan is the plan until it’s not the plan”

In another haymaker against the use of AI, Asha Sharma and Matt Booty sat down with Windows Central to discuss its use.

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From our conversations with Xbox leadership: a firm stand against AI‑generated junk — "we're committed to art made by people"

In another haymaker against the use of AI, Asha Sharma and Matt Booty sat down with Windows Central to discuss its use.

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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma explains “return to Xbox,” stating “Xbox starts with console” in our interview

In an exclusive interview, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma reassures fans that console remains the foundation of Xbox’s future strategy and hardware investment.

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Exclusive: Talking to new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty — "This team has brought it back before, and I'm here to help us do it again."

As former Xbox CEO Phil Spencer prepares to exit, we caught up with incoming CEO Asha Sharma and newly promoted CCO Matt Booty to learn about what the future holds for Microsoft's gaming operation.

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Microsoft's new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma celebrates Phil Spencer's legacy — "A lot of careers get summed up by milestones. Phil’s impact shows up in stories."

With Microsoft Gaming CEO and Xbox head Phil Spencer retiring and Asha Sharma taking his place, she took to social media to celebrate Spencer's legacy.

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Windows 11 keeps adding new features — but two of them feel like classic “Microsoft, please stop” moments

Windows 11 Snap Assist and Drag Tray flyouts can disrupt multitasking. Here’s why they feel unnecessary and how to disable them on your computer.

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Discord delays its global age verification update after widespread backlash, severing Persona ties — "We’re listening. We'll get this right"

After weeks of intense backlash, Discord has announced it's delaying the rollout of its global age verification requirements until later in 2026.

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Microsoft just released an actually good Windows 11 update — with system performance improvements, better wake from sleep, and more

The Windows 11 non-security feature preview update for February just landed, and it's the first Windows update in a long while that includes a number of actually good changes. Here's what you need to know.

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Mortal Kombat's creator wants your opinion — what would be the best way for Xbox to bring back Killer Instinct?

How would you revive Xbox's Killer Instinct fighting game franchise? Ed Boon, the creator of Mortal Kombat, wants to hear your opinion on the matter.

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