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OPINION: After a year of confusion, Xbox is closing out 2024 with a ton of momentum, and plenty of cause for optimism

After a year of confusion, Xbox is closing out 2024 on a high note with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, a big Xbox Game Pass boost, major support from previously Xbox-agnostic publishers, and two major timed console exclusives.

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Geekom A8/A7 review: These Ryzen-powered mini-PCs are on another level entirely

Geekom makes a lot of mini-PCs these days, and the Ryzen-based A7 and A8 are its best yet.

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AMD's killer Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor sold out in seconds as scalpers spoiled your chances of buying the best gaming CPU

Second-hand marketplaces show multiple listings of AMD's top-rated gaming CPU with inflated prices reaching $200 over MSRP.

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Everyone's been saying this is the quickest way to get XP in Black Ops 6, so I tried it out — you should too, it really works

The Prestige grind in Black Ops 6 is a long one, but this loadout can help you get more XP per game.

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Microsoft revives MSN brand with fresh new logo for 2024 — replaces "Microsoft Start" branding in Edge

In a statement to Windows Central, Microsoft has confirmed that it's unifying its news content services under the MSN brand once again.

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Xbox and PC strategy game Age of Mythology: Retold just got even better thanks to a free new gameplay mode — but don't make this one mistake

Arena of the Gods is a great addition to Age of Mythology: Retold, and it's entirely free.

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Another Steam Deck and ROG Ally competitor is coming and I'm already feeling gaming handheld burn out

AYANEO 3 is AYANEO's latest gaming handheld with the option of having an AI processor.

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"Nintendo is not asserting patents on genuine technological inventions but trying to monopolize game rules" The patents for the Palworld lawsuit have finally been revealed — filed after the game launch

Pocketpair have announced the patents Nintendo's lawsuit against Palworld is claiming infringement. The 3 patents are related specifically to gameplay mechanics and were filed after Palworld’s launch.

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You can now drop $900 on the best gaming handheld with all the storage, but there's already one way to save a couple hundred dollars

The ASUS ROG Ally X is about to get a new variant with an absurd 2TB of SSD storage that'll cost $900, but Best Buy is giving buyers one way to save already.

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One of 2024's "buggiest" Xbox games is a stunning showcase of photorealism with shallow RTS elements

Empire of the Ants blends photo-realistic visuals with strategy gameplay as you control '103,683rd' the ant and carry out your mother, the Queen's, wishes for expansion.

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Take-Two is selling Outer Worlds publisher Private Division because it says it's in the "business of making great big hits" like Grand Theft Auto — but was Xbox the buyer?

Grand Theft Auto owner Take-Two Interactive has sold off the Private Division publishing label to an unknown party, including the rights to its upcoming games.

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GameSir jump on the transparent trend with its cheapest controller for Xbox yet at only $35 — but is it any good?

The GameSir T7 is an affordable $35 wired Xbox controller that will be perfect for younger gamers, and manages to pack in hall effect sticks. It ultimately faces stiff competition from GameSir itself with its other budget options.

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The world’s best gaming CPU is out now – here’s where to find the 9800X3D

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D — the best CPU for PC gaming in 2024 — is now available to buy. Here's what you need to know, including where to buy and whether it's worth an upgrade.

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Samsung's latest Galaxy laptop has an all-day battery and a gorgeous AMOLED screen offset by one divisive aspect

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 would be the perfect 2-in-1 laptop if it wasn't for one thing.

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If you want to get better at Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, do what I did, and start playing this game mode immediately

Stop obsessing over your KD ratio and play Hardcore mode, because it'll force you into being a better player overall.

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I've tested all of Corsair's gaming keyboards, and the K70 Pro TKL is its best mechanical offering yet

Corsair's K70 Pro TKL is a mechanical gaming keyboard with magnetic switches, and it is terrific.

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The first Copilot+ capable mini PC I've tested doesn't disappoint as a strong rival to Apple's new Mac mini

The Beelink SER9 is the first Copilot+ capable mini PC we've reviewed, and it doesn't disappoint.

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Official Xbox Series X|S Seagate Storage Expansion Card review: A reliable storage solution that is your best option for expanding console storage space

Seagate was for a time your only option for expanding your internal Xbox Series X|S storage, has the product held up over time? The answer is a resounding yes, and it's also cheaper now, too.

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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D review: Maintaining its legendary title as the best gaming CPU with a slam dunk on Intel

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a higher price tag than its predecessor, but it's still the best pick for gamers and far cheaper than Intel's underwhelming offering.

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Hogwarts Legacy 2 will tie into a TV show, but I hope it's not going too far

A sequel to Hogwarts Legacy is on the way, and it'll tie into the story of the Harry Potter TV series.

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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 review — A gorgeous, albeit disjointed campaign is paired with the best multiplayer and zombies modes the franchise has ever had to offer

Treyarch took their time with Black Ops 6, and it shows as the franchise offers the best multiplayer and Zombies modes it has ever offered along with a narratively strong campaign that feels slightly disjointed at times, but overall solid.

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The Xbox app on Windows PC is moving in the right direction, but the pace of crucial usability updates is still critically too slow

Microsoft has updated the Xbox experience on PC a fair bit recently, but far too many basic features are missing. Why is the pace of updates so slow?

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This new Xbox game is a genuine work of art, and yes, it made me cry

Nomada Studio has followed its incredible GRIS with Neva, an all-new story that ramps up the gameplay and production value to stunning effect.

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