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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from Apple's M5 device launches to Windows 10's demise

The week's top stories from Microsoft, Nintendo, Apple, and more for October 18, 2025.

TechRadar

The ARC Raiders Server Slam beta is off to a rip-roaring start on Steam with a player count of nearly 200,000 — it's a top seller just behind Battlefield 6, too

Battlefield 6 still holds the crown, but how long can it hold on?

Windows Central

OG Modern Warfare 3 director is "immensely" worried about what will happen to Call of Duty under Xbox: "What's happening to Gears of War, where's Halo… you know what I mean?"

"Once you're assimilated by one of these companies, I think you take on some of their traits"

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Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review

Expensive, and one of the best handheld gaming PCs, but c'mon, Microsoft, this is no Xbox.

PC Gamer

Xbox's Keeper is like taking all the best psychedelics in the world all at once, and it's pure artistry

Double Fine Productions has finally returned with Keeper, one of the most captivating and bizarre video games I've played in a long time. I absolutely loved it.

Windows Central

Worried about Call of Duty under Xbox? — Former CoD director Glen Schofield is

Former Call of Duty director Glen Schofield says he’s “immensely worried” about the series under Xbox, citing Halo and Gears as cautionary tales. But while his concerns are understandable, the franchise’s decline runs much deeper.

Windows Central

Microsoft is reportedly moving Surface and Xbox production — no prizes for guessing why

Microsoft is reportedly planning to move Surface production out of China by 2026 and is also encouraging Xbox production to be shifted overseas. The move comes amid escalating U.S.–China trade tensions, with new tariffs, port fees, and export restrictions driving up costs.

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Outer Worlds 2 is giving away a Moon Man plush — and it’s absurdly adorable

Obsidian is celebrating the upcoming launch of The Outer Worlds 2 with a limited-time sweepstakes giving fans the chance to win a massive 3ft Moon Man Couch-Panion plush. This promo runs from October 15, 2025 up until November 16, 2025.

Windows Central

I knew Battlefield 6 was going to be a massive hit, but these launch sales numbers still shocked me — it's "hit all-time highs" that rival Call of Duty

Official Battlefield 6 sales numbers are here, and they're shocking. The game has done so well at launch that it's even rivaling Call of Duty's performance.

Windows Central

"It's been a huge pain in the ..." We spoke to New Blood about its big Xbox launch and how the Xbox Ally inspired the team to jump on board.

As the Xbox Ally gears up for launch, we spoke to New Blood Interactive on why indie developers tend to swerve the Microsoft ecosystem, at a time when they desperately need more.

Windows Central

Yes, Xbox Ally isn't an Xbox console, and that's the point — it’s a Windows handheld by design, part of Microsoft’s battle with Steam Deck

Reviews for the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X have gone live today, and it's apparent that some people thought this was going to be an Xbox console that could run Xbox games, but it's always been marketed as a Windows handheld gaming PC. And this device

Windows Central

Microsoft and ASUS Unveil ROG Ally Xbox Handheld for On-the-Go Gaming: What Are the Specs?

Microsoft and ASUS launch the ROG Xbox Ally handheld with Windows 11 + Xbox integration. Get the full specs, performance features, and verdict on this portable gaming device.

International Business Times UK

5 key takeaways after testing AI gaming assistants — How does Copilot for Gaming compare to NVIDIA Project G-Assist?

Copilot for Gaming and NVIDIA Project G-Assist sound like the same thing at a surface level — an AI assistant that helps with gaming — but they're actually quite different. Here's what I discovered after using both.

Windows Central

Tomonobu Itagaki, the Tecmo genius behind Team Ninja, has died at the age of 58

Farewell, master.

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Tom’s Hardware

PC gaming smashes consoles in Battlefield 6 sales, report claims — blockbuster shooter sells 7m units, generating an estimated $350 million in revenue

Battlefield's triumphant return to form has been met with an equally impressive launch record, with the latest title in the series moving over 7 million copies at its launch, across PC and console. EA has reportedly generated $350M+ in revenue, with 56.7% of that coming from PC, followed by PlayStation…

Windows Central

Jealous of the new Xbox Ally? — Here are 6 ways to give your original ROG Ally a glow-up

The Xbox Ally has arrived, but the original ASUS ROG Ally is still a fantastic PC gaming handheld, especially with these upgrades and tips for improving it.

The Guardian - UK

ROG Xbox Ally X review – like nothing handheld gaming has seen before, for better or worse

Xbox’s portable console combines the openness of PC gaming and Microsoft’s desire for you to play its titles anywhere – but it doesn’t come cheap or without hitches

Windows Central

12 Essential Windows 11 tweaks to supercharge your ASUS ROG Xbox Ally gaming handheld

Apply these 12 essential Windows 11 tweaks to get the most out of your ASUS ROG Xbox Ally. From power modes and GPU settings to refresh rate and AMD performance features, learn how to optimize your handheld for a better gaming experience.

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If you can't get enough of indie games, this upcoming ID@Xbox event is for you

Microsoft's ID@Xbox program provides support for indie developers and publishers bringing more games to the Xbox platform. A new showcase of exclusive indie trailers and gameplay has been announced for October 28.

Operation Sports

F1 25 Free to Play Weekend Begins Tomorrow - New Pro Challenge Revealed

EA is inviting players to hit the track in EA Sports F1 25 with a free trial running October 16 – 20 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam.

Windows Central

Battlefield 6 naval warfare is on the way according to a datamine report, and I'm pumped — but when will it be added to the game?

A new report on files datamined from Battlefield 6 suggests that naval warfare is currently in development for the game.

Windows Central

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X and Xbox Ally review roundup — Here's what critics are saying about Microsoft's new partner gaming handhelds

Reviews for the ASUS Xbox ROG Ally X and Xbox Ally handhelds are pouring in, with plenty of praise, as well as some criticisms.

Windows Central

Xbox Ally gets game compatibility indicators — and OG Ally owners get a nice Armoury Crate update too

ASUS and Microsoft have rolled out updates improving both the Xbox Ally and original ROG Ally, with the Xbox app adding handheld compatibility indicators and Armoury Crate SE 2.1.10 delivering key quality-of-life upgrades like a revamped Command Center, battery care tools, and controller mapping support.

Windows Central

One of my favorite accessories now has an Xbox Ally version — it's Xbox Certified and gives the handheld a kickstand

I already own a few dBrand Killswitch cases for Steam Deck and ROG Ally. They're excellent, which is why I'm stoked that the company is releasing one for the upcoming Xbox Ally gaming handheld PC.

PC Gamer

Now it's in my hands the new Xbox Ally X is a far better handheld than I expected, but it's still got a lot of work to do to convince me it's a) worth $1,000 or b) that it's an Xbox

It's seriously quiet, real fast, and the Windows handheld experience mostly works. Mostly. But that price...

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