Your personalized Xbox controller is more complex than you realize, I spoke to the man behind it

Levi Patterson lifts the lid on the sophisticated 3D-to-factory platform he's built that enables personalized designs for major brands including Xbox, Carhartt and Hydro Flask.

Ian Bell     December 30, 2025

I’ve been writing about games for years – here are the biggest stories to unfold in 2026

From GTA 6 to the new Steam Machines, here’s everything to be excited about in 2026.

Lloyd Coombes     December 28, 2025

Xbox brings cloud gaming fun to Amazon Fire TVs

Amazon Fire TVs are now getting access to Xbox cloud gaming, allowing users to play Game Pass titles with just a controller and an internet connection. The update reinforces Xbox’s shift toward cloud-first gaming rather than hardware-driven sales.

M. Priyadarshini     December 24, 2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X vs. Steam Deck OLED: Has the champion been dethroned?

Valve's Steam Deck OLED is still a beloved handheld, but can the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X shift the narrative?

Monica J. White     December 23, 2025

Xbox is losing the console race, so Microsoft is rethinking what Xbox is

Microsoft’s Xbox console sales are sliding fast, but the company is leaning into an “open system” that spans console, PC, and cloud. Here’s what the pivot means for players.

Paulo Vargas     December 23, 2025

Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic revealed as a new single-player RPG

A new Star Wars RPG set in the Old Republic is coming, led by KOTOR director Casey Hudson, promising choice-driven storytelling and a return to classic single-player Star Wars adventures.

Moinak Pal     December 13, 2025

Your Xbox ecosystem just levelled up across every device

Xbox’s November update adds smarter AI tools, a wider Full Screen Experience rollout, and better cloud-gaming controls, giving your phone, PC and handheld a noticeable boost.

Varun Mirchandani     November 26, 2025

Your ROG Xbox Ally is about to do the tweaking for you

The ROG Xbox Ally now supports Default Game Profiles in preview, automatically matching frame-rate and power for 40+ games. That means smoother gameplay with less fiddling, and better battery life when you’re away from a wall socket.

Varun Mirchandani     November 25, 2025

Your feet can now cosplay as Xbox controllers, thanks to Crocs

Xbox and Crocs have teamed up to create a controller-inspired clog that brings gamer energy straight to your feet. With bold buttons, stick details and optional game-themed charms, this limited-edition drop is weird, wonderful and very Xbox.

Manisha Priyadarshini     November 25, 2025

Xbox consoles may face another price hike as RAM shortages bite

Microsoft is reportedly warning retail partners of another price increase for Xbox Series X and S consoles, prompted by severe global RAM and memory-chip shortages. The crunch is hitting harder than your usual supply issue.

Varun Mirchandani     November 22, 2025

From desktop clutter to console mode: Xbox’s full-screen UI arrives on all Windows handhelds

The Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) is rolling out to Windows-based handhelds, giving older devices console-style UI and freeing up system resources for gamers. It’s not just about aesthetics, as both performance and battery life are on the line.

Varun Mirchandani     November 21, 2025

Here’s why it’s hard to buy the ROG Xbox Ally X, and why that’s actually a good thing

The ROG Xbox Ally X is already in short supply despite its $999 price and niche category — but that’s not a disaster. In fact, it’s a strong signal: demand has out-paced ASUS’s expectations, suggesting the market for high-end handheld gaming PCs is real.

Varun Mirchandani     November 17, 2025

All Halo games in order, by release date and chronologically

The story of the Spartans, Covenant, and Master Chief spans multiple games and genres. If you want to know the whole story, this is the order you need to play.

Jesse Lennox     November 15, 2025

Xbox dev becoming more Windows-like, prepping devs for the future of the console

Microsoft’s new Xbox dev kit leans into Windows-style tools so games line up across console, PC, and handhelds. The payoff for players, cleaner co-op, quicker patches, and saves that follow you wherever you play.

Paulo Vargas     November 11, 2025

Is Marvel Cosmic Invasion cross-platform?

Does Marvel Cosmic Invasion let you play with friends on other platforms? Here's all you need to know.

Jesse Lennox     November 9, 2025

Xbox-style handheld mode is rolling out on Windows 11, and you can try it now

Microsoft is expanding Windows 11’s full screen experience for handhelds, starting with ASUS ROG Ally models and rolling to MSI Claw. Paired with the Xbox app, it brings a cleaner, console-style launcher to portable PCs.

Paulo Vargas     November 3, 2025

The best external hard drives for Xbox Series X to consider

If you need more storage for your Xbox Series X, there are plenty of options to choose from. Check out the best HDDs for the Xbox Series X.

Monica J. White     October 31, 2025

Microsoft Azure outage disrupts airlines, telecoms, and global services

A global outage in Microsoft’s Azure cloud services disrupted major airlines, telecoms, and businesses worldwide.

Moinak Pal     October 29, 2025

Halo on PlayStation 5 opts for love instead of console wars

When Halo: Campaign Evolved launches on PlayStation 5 in 2026 alongside Xbox and PC, it will mark one of gaming’s most symbolically seismic moments: a flagship Xbox-exclusive franchise going multi-platform. Beyond the visuals and gameplay enhancements, this move signals a broader shift that the console wars are over, and the new battleground is ecosystem reach.

Varun Mirchandani     October 25, 2025

Xbox goes elite as Microsoft’s next-gen console aims for PC-level power

Microsoft is reimagining the future of gaming with its next-generation Xbox — a high-end, PC-like console built for performance, flexibility, and cloud connectivity. But with premium power comes a premium price.

Moinak Pal     October 22, 2025

Microsoft just dropped a DLC roadmap for the ROG Xbox Ally

The ROG Xbox Ally has officially launched worldwide, but Xbox’s plans for its handheld ecosystem are just getting started. Microsoft’s new roadmap outlines upgrades like AI-powered super resolution, game-specific profiles, and smarter docking, hinting that this isn’t just a one-off experiment, but instead, it’s the start of a portable Xbox platform that will keep evolving long after launch.

Varun Mirchandani     October 18, 2025

ROG Xbox Ally handhelds go on sale with a side serving of AI for gaming

Microsoft and ASUS enter handheld gaming with the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at $599.99 and $999.99, respectively.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 16, 2025

FSR 4 could give Xbox an image-quality edge over the PS5

An unofficial INT8 variant of AMD’s FSR 4 runs on older GPUs, edging past FSR 3.1 on image quality. That could put Xbox and handheld PCs in play while PS5 leans on PSSR.

Paulo Vargas     October 15, 2025

Microsoft officially scraps the Xbox Game Pass discount on DLC purchases

Microsoft has officially confirmed the scrapping of the Xbox Game Pass discount on DLC purchases.

Collins Eshiet     October 7, 2025

Microsoft could bring free streaming to Xbox Game Pass, with a vexing caveat

In the coming months, Microsoft will reportedly launch a free version of Xbox cloud game streaming that will likely play a pre-roll ad lasting two minutes and sessions lasting up to one hour.

Nadeem Sarwar     October 4, 2025

Xbox Game Pass price hikes reportedly crash subscription cancellation page

Microsoft has revamped its Xbox Game Pass subscription model, with changes in its three tiers – including increasing the cost of its highest-end subscription. This update led to different reactions, but the clearest is that many subscribers were unhappy with the price rises. What’s Happened? Why is it important? This shakeup matters on several fronts […]

Kobe Patrick     October 2, 2025

All upcoming video games (PS5, Xbox, Switch, Switch 2, PC): 2025 and beyond

Want to take a quick glance at what video games are set to be releases soon? Here's our list of video games to watch that are coming out in 2025 and beyond.

Jesse Lennox     October 1, 2025

I was in love with Borderlands 4. Then I hit the endgame and dropped it like a rock

While reviewing Borderlands 4, I was having a blast with the looter shooter. Once I wrapped up the story and hit the endgame, the shine quickly wore off.

Jesse Lennox     September 26, 2025

Xbox ROG Ally pre-orders finally open, and you’re not going to like the price

Microsoft has opened pre-orders for its Xbox handheld console. The ROG Xbox Ally costs $599.99, while the ROG Xbox Ally X will set you back by a cool $999.99 in the US market.

Nadeem Sarwar     September 25, 2025

Fantasy and RPG fans can’t afford to miss these three Game Pass games this weekend (September 26-28)

Game Pass is offering up some excellent fantasy themed RPGs and roguelikes this weekend that you can't afford to miss.

Jesse Lennox     September 25, 2025

Former exclusives are blowing up after going cross-platform, and this is just the beginning

Now that PlayStation and Xbox have relinquished a few exclusives to rival platforms, it is clear the success isn't just a novelty factor.

Jesse Lennox     September 19, 2025

These three new Game Pass games will push your skills to the limit this weekend (September 19-21)

Whether you're and FPS fiend or roguelike savant, I found the three best Game Pass games to play this weekend to test your skills.

Jesse Lennox     September 18, 2025

Xbox unifies your gaming library across PC and handhelds

A new Xbox app brings games, stores, saves, and history together in one place

Kunal Khullar     September 17, 2025

How long is Borderlands 4?

Borderlands 4 is a looter shooter, but not a live service game, so how long will it take to see all Kairos has to offer?

Jesse Lennox     September 12, 2025