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Xbox Game Pass has quietly become one of the most consequential subscription services in modern gaming — not because it’s perfect, but because it keeps expanding like a Swiss Army knife for players who want choice, cross‑device continuity, and an alternative to buying every title outright. What...

Microsoft has begun rolling out an update that expands the Xbox PC app’s functionality on Arm®-based Windows 11 PCs — most notably adding support for game downloads and local play from the Xbox PC catalog to eligible Arm laptops and handhelds — a shift that marks the most tangible step yet...

Another year, another round of incremental changes and divisive decisions for Windows 11 users—this time courtesy of the latest Patch Tuesday cumulative update. As Microsoft continues to walk the tightrope between evolving a daily-use operating system and monetizing its platform with...

The arrival of the March 2025 Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11 version 23H2—KB5053602—marks a pivotal moment for the operating system, especially as it approaches veteran status compared to Microsoft’s relentless pace of rolling out newer builds. Despite its age, this update demonstrates that...

Windows 11’s latest cumulative update is a mixed bag—delivering some crucial bug fixes while sneaking in a rather unwelcome advertisement. For many long-time users, the appeal of a polished, distraction-free operating system is paramount, and this update raises valid concerns even as it patches...

Microsoft's gaming hardware strategy appears to be powering up in exciting new directions. Rumors swirling around a forthcoming Xbox handheld device—codenamed “Keenan”—indicate that the tech giant is once again aiming to redefine portable gaming. In tandem with these whispers of handheld...

Microsoft’s Windows 11 continues to evolve, and the latest 24H2 update is a perfect example of the trade-offs that power users often face. On one hand, this optional preview patch—formally known as KB5052093—brings with it a host of welcome improvements and bug fixes; on the other, it introduces...

If you’re a gamer who cherishes both on-the-go play and a deep, immersive gaming library, you might have already toyed with the idea of installing Windows on your Steam Deck. While Valve’s SteamOS is a cool Linux-based platform built for handheld gaming, several popular titles – and even entire...

Microsoft is testing the waters again with its ever-persistent advertising nudges inside Windows 11—this time with a referral twist for PC Game Pass. In the latest preview build (26120) currently rolling out in the Dev and Beta channels, Windows 11 now features a recommendation in the Settings...

Microsoft is taking a creative twist on its subscription drive with the latest Windows 11 update KB5052094. In an effort to expand the reach of the ever-popular Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass, the update introduces a new referral card that lets eligible users invite their friends and family to...

Windows 11 is stepping up its game—literally. Microsoft's latest operating system doesn’t just promise a more aesthetically pleasing interface; it also aims to redefine the gaming experience for both enthusiastic gamers and casual players alike. If you’ve ever wondered what Microsoft has in...