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Halo: Combat Evolved remake sparks backlash as fans, devs, and even politicians weigh in — excitement meets skepticism

The long-rumored Halo CE Remake has finally been revealed, showcasing The Silent Cartographer mission rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5. Fans are split between excitement and concern — praising the visuals, mature tone, and attention to nostalgia, while criticizing modernized mechanics and missing features.

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Windows 10 is dying — and Apple’s Macs are cashing in — but one Windows PC maker remains in the lead

A new study from Counterpoint Research shows that only one Windows laptop OEM bested Apple's YoY sales in Q3 2025. Here's what you need to know.

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Xbox has a partner preview event slated for November, with Xbox Play Anywhere as the headline act

Xbox is still trucking along, with a partner preview event scheduled for November. Microsoft will also have a presence at The Game Awards in December, and a new Developer_Direct in January.

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Microsoft's ambitious new Xbox: Your entire Xbox console library, the full power of Windows PC gaming, and no multiplayer paywall

The new Xbox platform is said to be a "premium" experience, and now we have some details on what it'll look like.

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Australian watchdog sues Microsoft for misleading 2.7 million M365 users — deliberately hiding a cheaper Classic subscription plan without Copilot

The ACCC is suing Microsoft for allegedly misleading users by not revealing a lower-cost Microsoft 365 alternative without Copilot.

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[UPDATE] Warzone watch out — Battlefield 6's battle royale "REDSEC" has officially been revealed, drops tomorrow

Call of Duty is getting some competition just weeks before its next release.

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What are "TMR" sticks, and do you really need them in a controller?

There are a few new controllers boasting TMR sticks, promising higher precision and zero drift, but what exactly is Tunneling Magnetoresistance, and how is it different from Hall Effect?

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This week on Xbox: The Outer Worlds 2, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O., Dragon Quest I & II HD‑2D, and more

From Obsidian’s The Outer Worlds 2 hitting Game Pass to Dragon Quest remakes, Virtua Fighter’s return, and a flood of indies, here’s every new Xbox game launching this week.

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I put this case on my Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X — It provides the slimmest handheld protection and a kickstand, but there's a catch

There is no slimmer protective Xbox Ally case option than the dBrand Killswitch Travel Kit. I tested it on Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. Here's why it's a fantastic choice for handhelds. Our review.

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Call of Duty: Warzone's overhaul detailed — can it compete with Battlefield 6 RedSec battle royale?

The studio behind Call of Duty: Warzone has published a detailed outline of its plans for the year ahead, but the question remains; will it be enough?

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Call of Duty Black Ops 7 PC requirements — are they surprisingly low... or a graphics card killer?

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is almost upon us, so the age-old question for PC players is here again. Can my rig run it?

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HP's latest ultrawide gaming monitor is the safe option, but I hoped for a little better

I've been using the HP OMEN 34c (G2) ultrawide gaming monitor, and it's a great display in most respects. It plays it safe, though, and doesn't get it all right.

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Halo: Campaign Evolved doesn't feature PvP multiplayer — here's why the developers chose to focus on co-op

Halo: Campaign Evolved doesn't include multiplayer, and I asked the developers at Halo Studios why that's the case.

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My Steam Deck, Xbox Ally X, Legion Go 2, and Nintendo Switch 2 all fit perfectly in this bag — Here's why it's the ideal handheld carrying case

The Tomtoc Arccos G-47 is designed to work with several different handhelds, offering both protective material and ample storage space. Here's what makes it the perfect bag for your handheld. Our review.

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Warhammer Day roundup: Darktide roadmap, Dark Heresy’s alpha, Boltgun 2’s new character, and more for Xbox & PC

Warhammer Day is here, and it has brought a tidal wave of announcements for various Warhammer video games like Rogue Trader, Dark Heresy, Boltgun 2, and more.

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ON THIS DAY: The future of Windows Mobile – Does Microsoft want to reboot the concept of a phone?

Windows Phone is dead, at least as we know it. Microsoft has demonstrated that they can invent new hardware categories like the Surface Book and HoloLens. What would happen if they applied that same desire to mobile phones? Let's talk about the future of Microsoft.

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No escape: Microsoft flatlines Office Online Server — it's now Microsoft 365 cloud or nothing

Microsoft is officially ending support for Office Online Server on December 31, 2026, marking the end of its self-hosted Office apps. The move pushes enterprises toward Microsoft 365, where the company is focusing on cloud-first services, tighter integration, and AI features like Copilot.

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"You got my money this time, but it's the last time" | DICE isn't reverting its Portal XP nerf, claims it's working on challenge difficulty

The Battlefield 6 team has offered an update as to the immediate future of its Portal experiences, and it's not going to sit well with a lot of players.

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Phil Spencer swears Forza Motorsport isn’t dead — just parked indefinitely

Phil Spencer confirms Forza Motorsport isn’t cancelled, explaining that Turn 10 Studios is being given more time while Xbox shifts focus to other projects. His comments come amid layoffs, rising profit demands, and growing fan concern over Xbox’s current direction.

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Hyperkin Competitor review: The $50 Xbox controller that finally nails 2D gaming with a PlayStation‑style twist

My search for an ideal Xbox controller has borne fruit, for I have acquired the Hyperkin Competitor controller. With a reasonable price tag and a more natural button layout to play 2D games, this is now one of my favorite Xbox controllers.

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The Battlefield 6 Season 1 update patch notes bring fixes, balance changes, and Challenge nerfs galore — everything but the one thing the game needs the most

Battlefield 6 has posted the massive list of patch notes for the Season 1 update, and sadly, it's missing one huge fix everyone was hoping for.

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List of everything new in Halo: Campaign Evolved — missions, weapons, and more

Here is a list of everything new in Halo: Campaign Evolved, Halo Studios' remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved from Bungie.

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Halo: Campaign Evolved hands‑on — revisiting Master Chief’s origins with a bold remake for Xbox, PC, and PlayStation 5

Halo: Campaign Evolved brings a remake of the original story to Xbox, PC, and even PlayStation. After going hands-on, a lot of my concerns are gone.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 cross-save — can you transfer your progress between Xbox, Steam & Battle.net?

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will be on console and PC, and in the case of the latter, not just from one source. But can you cross-save your progress between them?

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This Day in History: Cortana can now connect to your Xbox Live account for gaming news, activity and more

Back in 2015, Microsoft was laying the groundwork for Cortana, gaming, and your Xbox. Here's a flashback to our original coverage.

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