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No word on Windows 12 from Microsoft, a concept design simulates every avid enthusiast's vision board for Windows 11's successor, including Windows AI

A concept designer recently shared a short clip envisioning Windows 12's design with a new design language and refined user experience, including Windows AI and a centered taskbar featuring rounded corners.

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OpenAI could lose ChatGPT's unique selling point by chasing intrusive revenue streams, but CEO Sam Altman says it's a last resort: "I think that ads-plus-AI is sort of uniquely unsettling to me."

OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar indicated the company will roll out the new business model thoughtfully to retain the platform's minimalist appeal.

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Xbox highlights International Day of Persons with Disabilities by furthering its commitment to video game accessibility

Xbox highlights its improvements in gaming accessibility, including new announcements about button remapping features and printable 3D files for adaptive thumb sticks among other improvements.

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Ubisoft continues freefall as publisher shutters free-to-play shooter XDefiant, reportedly closing studios

Ubisoft is shutting down free-to-play shooter XDefiant, with the game remaining playable for existing players until June 2025.

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Path of Exile 2 PC system requirements and specs: Can you run this hack and slash RPG?

The long-awaited Path of Exile 2 releases into Early Access soon. Check to see if your rig can handle the PC requirements.

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Path of Exile 2: Early Access release date, countdown, preloads, platforms, and everything you need to know

Path of Exile 2 is releasing soon. Here's everything you need to know about it.

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“… Consistent with an unfortunate trend:” Microsoft accuses FTC of improperly leaking confidential information about antitrust investigation, says to 'investigate yourself'

After a report last week that the FTC was opening an antitrust investigation into Microsoft, spanning from its cloud business to AI, Microsoft responded, noting it was unaware of such a case despite asking the FTC. Moreover, it asked the FTC to investigate itself regarding a pattern of target leaks…

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"We have relationships with our players ... We have to do it for them." STALKER 2 devs explain why A-Life 2.0 is broken, pledge to patch it after controversial removal of info from Steam page

In a new interview, STALKER 2 developer GSC Game World has explained why its A-Life 2.0 AI system isn't working and promises to fix it in a future patch.

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Forza Horizon 5's wintery final update of the year is here with 5 new cars, and New Year's celebrations are locked in

Playground Games has released the "Horizon Holidays Mix-Up" update for Forza Horizon 5, which is actually two updates in one (and is the final release of the year).

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STALKER 2's Patch 1.0.3 update is here and fixes a bug that's been driving people crazy — here are the patch notes

Just a few days after STALKER 2 got its first two post-launch updates, a third patch has been released. Here's what it brings.

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As Blizzard pulls Warcraft 1 and 2 from GOG.com, we have to ask, why aren't they on PC Game Pass yet? Why aren't dozens of Xbox's Activision-Blizzard games on Game Pass yet for that matter?

Warcraft 1 and 2 are being removed from the DRM-free GOG.com at the behest of Blizzard, for sadly obvious reasons.

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Elden Ring developer FromSoftware discusses what's coming next, and it's not "Elden Ring 2"

FromSoftware conducted a new interview recently offering some insights into what to expect next from the legendary developer that brought us Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Sekiro, and many more 10/10 bangers.

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If you haven't played Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 yet, you can try it FREE very soon — here's when

There's a free trial week coming for Black Ops 6 before the end of the year, here's when and what you can play.

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Samsung is killing DeX for Windows — suggests Microsoft Phone Link as a replacement

If you use your Windows PC as a DeX mirror, you'll have to look elsewhere soon.

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Another Activision Blizzard gem is crashing onto Xbox Game Pass in *checks watch* two days

Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled is headed to Xbox Game Pass on December 4.

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This is your LAST chance to buy one of the best Xbox games in a decade before it disappears forever

Forza Horizon 4 is only days away from its End-of-Life date, and today may be your last chance to buy it on sale before it disappears from digital storefronts forever.

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EXCLUSIVE: First renders of the budget-friendly Legion Go "S" PC gaming handheld are here, most likely powered by the new AMD Z2 platform

The more affordable Legion Go "S" is expected to be less powerful than the Legion Go based on the Z1 Extreme, but will be a more affordable option potentially for those looking to jump into the ecosystem.

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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle's launch trailer promises adventure and danger across Xbox and PC

The launch trailer for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is here, giving one last pre-launch look at the adventure players can take on Xbox and PC soon.

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Intel's CEO just retired and the company's stock is already up by 5% (Update)

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger just announced his retirement. Gelsinger was a 30-year Intel veteran when he rejoined the company as CEO in 2021 but has overseen a tumultuous time for the tech giant.

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The latest 'Palworld' update breaks the game — and everyone is blaming Nintendo

The latest update for Palworld has caused an uproar among its community, as players grapple with game-breaking glitches with Pals. Many are attributing the compromised gaming experience to the legal battles with Nintendo.

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STALKER 2 gets its first post-launch patch with 650 fixes in tow, including nerfs to mutants and improvements to Xbox gamepad deadzones

Patch 1.0.1 is a huge STALKER 2 polish pass updating various issues with the game, as well as tweaking balance for some of the game's biggest pain points.

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STALKER 2 mutant types: List of all mutants and how to kill them

There are tons of different mutants in STALKER 2, and fighting each one can be quite a challenge. Follow this guide, though, and you'll have an easier time killing them.

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FTC Chair Lina Khan fires a parting shot at Microsoft: The United States Federal Trade Commission has opened "broad" antitrust investigation into Microsoft's entire business

Lina Khan departs in January 2025, which begs the question as to whether or not anything will come of this latest FTC vs. Microsoft scuffle.

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"Google’s statement is deceitful. Shame on them." Epic CEO Tim Sweeney lays the smackdown on Google after its new statement that Microsoft was "always able" to offer an Xbox store on Android

Epic Games' Tim Sweeney is pulling no punches after Google issues a new statement on the long-awaited, long-delayed Xbox Android gaming store.

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"We are eager to launch and give more choice and flexibility to players": Microsoft delays new Xbox Android app features on Google Play due to court order

Microsoft had plans to allow users of the Xbox app on Android to buy and play games through the software, but they've been delayed due to an administrative stay.

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