Microsoft trained an AI to play (and maybe develop) games
Microsoft's new generative AI model is intended to help developers build games faster and bring life back to older titles.
The best roguelikes on Xbox Series X
Anyone looking for a good roguelike on Xbox Series X knows there are a ton of options within the crowded genre. These are the best of the best ones to play.
The best puzzle games on Xbox Series X
Even if you love a great puzzle game, no one likes the challenge of finding the best puzzle games on Xbox Series X. Let our list solve that problem for you.
The best Metroidvania games on Xbox Series X
Navigating the maze of amazing Metroidvania games on Xbox Series X can feel overwhelming. Instead, we explored every corner to find the best games to play.
The best platformers on Xbox Series X
Most gamers turn to Nintendo when looking for a goo platformer, but the Xbox Series X has some amazing 2D and 3D platfomers of its own. Here are the best ones.
Phil Spencer just gave a rare update on the elusive Everwild
Rare has kept information about Everwild under tight wraps, but Phil Spencer just gave a small and long-awaited update.
A Steam page slip-up just told us more about Elden Ring: Nightreign
A line of text on Elden Ring: Nightreign's Steam page suggests other playable characters could be added to the game at a later date.
3 Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (February 14-16)
This Valentine's weekend, why not cozy up by the Xbox and play some great games via Game Pass? These are the best games to play this weekend alone or in co-op.
Should you free Ilora in Avowed?
During the opening of Avowed you will be faced with your first real choice: should you free the prisoner Ilora or not? Here's what the consequences will be.
Mecha Break’s upcoming open beta is your best chance to play yet
Mecha Break will host an open beta on Steam starting February 23, and you can sign up from February 20.
Avowed review: Obsidian’s latest RPG is its best
Avowed embraces what works best about Obsidian's RPGs to offer an unforgettable adventure.
South of Midnight knows exactly what it wants to be and is better for it
We went hands on with South of Midnight, getting a much better sense of how the stop-motion inspired game feels.
Game exclusivity is dying, and that’s a good thing
Consoles were once heavily dependent on exclusive games to survive, but that concept is quickly becoming extinct. And that's good for gamers.
The hardest video games of all time
Most games let you choose how difficult the experience is, but not all. Some games are so brutal that they go down in history as the hardest games of all time.
The 8 best TVs for gaming in 2025, as vetted by our experts
HDMI 2.1 and low input lag are a couple of top considerations for a gaming TV. Here’s a few of our favorite sets that are tailor-made for console and PC gaming.
One of 2024’s most overlooked games just came to consoles. Don’t miss it twice
2024 hidden gem Momodora: Moonlit Farewell just came to consoles, and it's a stylish Metroidvania worth checking out.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (February 7-9)
Xbox is making Game Pass well worth the price in February. With a ton of new and classic games to check out, these are three new titles to play this weekend.
Avowed preload guide: release date, file size, and more
Your adventures in the Living Lands are almost here, but you still need to make some preparations. Here is how to preload Avowed so you can dive in right away.
All Smite 2 relics and when to pick them
Relics can sometimes be the key to avoiding major damage or positioning yourself for an important game-changing kill. Here's what you need to know about them.
Avowed and two more titles come to Xbox Game Pass in February
This month sees three brand-new games coming to Game Pass, including the day one release of Avowed.
The hardest boss fights in video game history
Boss battles are meant to be the ultimate challenge of a video game, but some will take things way too far. These are the hardest bosses in video game history.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (January 31 – February 2)
Game Pass is ending the month with two amazing day-one drops to enjoy over the weekend. Whether you're looking for action or story, these are the games to play.
The longest video games of all time
Some games can be beaten in a day or a weekend, but others will take literal months of time to complete. Here are the longest video games of all time to beat.
Baldur’s Gate 3 will soon add crossplay in its final patch
Baldur's Gate 3 will soon release its final patch and introduce a lot of long-requested features, including crossplay and photo mode.
Bulletstorm studio is co-developing Gears of War: E-Day
Gears of War: E-Day, the next game in the series, will be co-developed by Bulletstorm studio People Can Fly.
The full video game console generation timeline
From the earliest home consoles up to the latest PlayStation and Nintendo hardware, these are all the console generations and the notable systems within them.
How to speed up game downloads on Xbox
The Xbox Series X and S are powerhouse consoles with tons of great games, but they can take a long time to download. Here are ways to speed up the process.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (January 24-26)
Xbox Game Pass is gearing up for a strong January with plenty of great games hitting the service, but these are the ones you should play over this weekend.
Believe it or not, Doom: The Dark Ages returns to the series’ PC roots
Is Software has fully lifted the lid on Doom: The Dark Ages, revealing its release date and some major changes coming to the prequel.
Ninja Gaiden 4 is coming, but you can play a new Ninja Gaiden 2 remake right now
A full 13 years after the release of the last mainstream title, Ninja Gaiden is back with a brand-new game and a stunning remake.
South of Midnight takes Xbox players to the deep South this April
South of Midnight is an action-adventure game set in America's Deep South, in a world where Haints and giant alligators roam the wilds.
Xbox consoles will soon support external drives over 16TB
Your Xbox console is about to get a lot more storage options thanks to a system update that enables external drives over 16TB.
Xbox Game Pass is getting 2 of January’s biggest games
January will see quite a few new additions coming to Game Pass, including the hotly-anticipated sequel Citizen Sleeper 2.