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Microsoft faces tough choices: Xbox price hike explained amid tariff pressures

Microsoft cites challenging "macroeconomic" environment for the price increases, which sees the Xbox Series X hit a whopping $649.99.

Windows Central

Microsoft just upped the price of an old console to the point where you might as well get a good PC

You'd expect old hardware to become cheaper with time, but nope.

Destructoid

2TB Xbox Series X will soon be $800 as Microsoft ups US console prices for the second time in 5 months, making a PS5 Pro look downright affordable

"We understand that these changes are challenging"

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Mena Sato Kato’s promotion marks new era for Xbox in Asia after transforming Japan’s market

Mena Sato Kato has been instrumental in boosting Japanese game devs support of the Xbox ecosystem, and now she's charting a new course across the entire continent.

Windows Central

Minecraft Education teaches kids the dangers of AI through a noir detective lens — encouraging artificial intelligence literacy

Minecraft has recently launched a new education program to help young children learn how to avoid being tricked by AI, called the Reed Smart: AI Detective program.

Windows Central

Meta reportedly confirms more VR headsets with Horizon OS are coming — what we know

Meta has reportedly reaffirmed plans to bring more VR headsets with Horizon OS, hinting that we'll finally see the rumored Asus ROG "Tarius" headset and a mixed reality device from Lenovo soon. Here's what we know.

Tom’s Guide

Elder Scrolls Online leads say Elder Scrolls 6 and Oblivion Remastered only bolster the MMO's player numbers: "We saw a lot of new and lapsed players"

ZeniMax director Rich Lambert says "a lot" of ESO players are filling the void until Elder Scrolls 6

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New Borderlands 4 patch notes bring PC performance fixes and optimization, and the start of weekly endgame updates — but console players are still waiting

Borderlands 4 has received a new update patch that addresses performance issues on PC, but console players are still waiting for fixes.

Windows Central

A hit indie dev LONG missing from Xbox now pledges multiple games — also with Xbox Play anywhere

Dusk is finally coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Ally, with 4K visuals, 120 FPS, and New Blood Interactive’s full Xbox Play Anywhere support.

Windows Central

Move over, Roblox — The best Xbox game for kids today is 'Wobbly Life', and we spoke to the developer to learn about its huge Space Update

Wobbly Life's developer talks 1.0 launch and Space Update, making Xbox’s best family game even bigger.

Windows Central

Xbox's new gaming AI companion now rolling out to ALMOST all players — consoles still have to wait a little longer

After months of testing with Xbox Insiders, the Xbox Gaming Copilot is now rolling out to general users in a beta form, starting with the Xbox Game Bar on PC.

Windows Central

You can install the new Xbox Full screen experience mode for Windows on handhelds but whether it will work is another question entirely

It clearly needs a tad more tinkering before it's ready to roll.

PC Gamer

A US retailer may have leaked the Xbox ROG Ally's price – and it's better than we thought

The new Xbox handheld, developed by Asus, could finally have a price - less than a month before launch.

TechRadar

Microsoft's new handheld gaming mode, exclusive to ROG Xbox Ally, has just leaked for every handheld running Windows 11 — all you need is the 25H2 update and a few registry tweaks

If you've been waiting for the new Xbox handheld experience Microsoft has cooked up with Asus for the Xbox ROG Ally, your wishes have been answered. A leaked version of the full-screen Xbox experience has surfaced online, allowing any Windows handheld to gain the USP of the ROG Xbox Ally.

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You can now turn any PC gaming handheld into an Xbox Ally

Every handheld's potentially an Xbox Ally if it's running Windows 11 and you've got time to tweak it

Windows Central

Microsoft’s PlayFab Game Saves could finally make cross‑save seamless between Xbox, Steam, and more

Ever wished you could take your Xbox save file to your Steam Deck, even if it means buying the game twice? Microsoft's new PlayFab service might help make that a reality.

Windows Central

We hacked the new Windows 11 Xbox Mode onto the old ROG Ally — how does it optimize performance?

Microsoft's new handheld gaming mode for Windows 11 is launching first on the upcoming Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X, but it will be coming to all gaming handhelds eventually. Here's a first look at the experience running on an original ROG Ally.

GamesRadar

Elder Scrolls MMO lead still wants to make a new game, despite the cancelation of the Blackbird project that Xbox's Phil Spencer apparently loved: "I don't think you can ride one thing into forever"

Elder Scrolls Online lead wants it to be "that 30-year MMO" but still has ideas for other games because "if you put all your eggs in one basket, there's issues"

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Follow Windows Central on Google News and stay up to date — here's how to add us as a source for Microsoft, Xbox, and more

Integrating Windows Central into your Google News feed prioritizes our coverage of Windows, Xbox, and other Microsoft stories amidst the clutter of today.

Destructoid

You have only 2 weeks to play these 4 Xbox Game Pass titles for free

Be sure to slice your way through these amazing games before they leave Xbox Game Pass next month.

PC Gamer

Huzzah! Microsoft no longer makes the best PC controller and it's been dethroned by a brand you may not have heard of

Twas a long reign.

PC Gamer

Good news for Windows handhelds: Microsoft is now letting you launch installed Steam, Battle.net, and other storefront games from the Xbox app

Xbox is becoming more of an all-encompassing platform.

Windows Central

Windows 11 Insider Program: 8 key features introduced in September 2025

Windows 11 previews have introduced several changes during the first two weeks of September, including fluid dictation in Voice Access, a new hover menu in File Explorer, expanded Studio Effects support for secondary cameras, Click to Do changes, and more.

Windows Central

Atomfall's 2nd DLC Expansion is now available on Xbox, PlayStation and PC — Explore a new zone, battle new enemies, and unlock new endings for the main story

Rebellion has announced that Atomfall's 2nd DLC expansion, 'The Red Strain', is now available for download on Xbox and PC platforms. Here's what scientific mayhem you can expect to deal with in this DLC.

Windows Central

With the Xbox Ally exactly one month away, Lenovo kills Legion Go 2 preorders over shipping date debacle — seemingly misjudging demand

My Lenovo Legion Go 2 preorder went from a September 16th shipping date to an October 26th shipping date with no explanation, and I'm not alone. Will the Xbox Ally suffer similar issues?

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