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Do You Need Paddles on Your Game Controllers?

Rear paddles are an increasingly common inclusion on game controllers, but they’re not included on the controller that comes with your Xbox or PlayStation. So what’s the big deal with paddles, and is it worth investing in a n…

Tim Brookes Sep 22nd

Xbox’s Elite 2 Core Controller is Cheaper and Still Premium

If you can afford them, Xbox’s Elite controllers are an excellent upgrade from the standard Xbox controllers, due to their many pro-gamer-focused additions. The only problem with them is their price. If you can’t throw almost…

Arol Wright Sep 7th

15 Video Games to Try If You Don’t Play Games

Video games are more accessible and varied than ever, but it can be easy to dismiss the medium if you’re not already familiar with it. Whether you start with a few mobile games or take the plunge and purchase a console like t…

Tim Brookes Sep 4th

How to Change Your Xbox Gamertag on Any Xbox Platform

Did you register your Xbox gamertag in the days of the original Xbox or Xbox 360? Have you come to resent the handle you chose all those years ago? Don’t worry, you can change your Gamertag using an Xbox, Windows PC, or on th…

Tim Brookes Sep 2nd

Get Portal 2 & Four Other Games for Free on Xbox This September

Each month, Microsoft offers a few games to anyone with an Xbox Live Gold subscription, which is already required to play most online Xbox games. There are four free games for the month of September, including Portal 2….

Corbin Davenport Sep 1st

8 Xbox Smartphone App Features You Don’t Want to Miss Out On

There are a ton of great features hidden inside the Xbox app for iPhone and Android. To use these features you’ll need to download the app for your platform of choice, then log in with the same credentials you use on your Xbo…

Tim Brookes Aug 31st

How to Perform an Xbox Password Reset

You’ll need a Microsoft account to use Xbox services, which means you’ll need to know your login details to use any Xbox consoles you own. Here’s how to reset your password if it’s been a while since you last logged in….

Tim Brookes Aug 26th

Play Destiny 2, Two Other Games Free for a Limited Time

There’s no better price than free, and for a few days, you can play Destiny 2 and The Elder Scrolls Online on PC and consoles without paying a cent. One more game is also available for free to Xbox players….

Corbin Davenport Aug 25th

The Best Xbox Game Pass Games in 2022

Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass is home to hundreds of titles, with newcomers added monthly. If you need help finding something new to play on your Xbox Series X, here are the best games on Xbox Game Pass in 2022….

Jon Bitner Aug 23rd

How to Connect an Xbox Controller to an Xbox

There are two ways of pairing a controller with an Xbox console. Xbox One and Xbox Series controllers are compatible with both generations of consoles, which means you can use your old controllers on your new console (and vic…

Tim Brookes Aug 12th

10 Awesome Xbox Series X|S Features You Should Be Using

Have you finally gotten your hands on an Xbox Series X or S? There’s a lot packed into this Microsoft gaming console, so let’s take a look at the features that will help you make the most of all your new console has to offer….

Tim Brookes Aug 8th

An All-Digital Future Is Bad News for Console Gamers, Here’s Why

Most consoles ship with a disc drive, and you can buy physical games, but digital games are becoming the norm. This could spell trouble for console gamer’s wallets, but there may be a few ways to avoid that future….

Sydney Butler Aug 6th

You Can Now Buy an Xbox Series X Console Without the Hunt

It’s been tough to get your hands on an Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5 console since their release in 2020. But, just like now is a great time to buy a GPU at its retail price, you should know Xbox Series X console availabili…

Chris Hoffman Jul 27th

PlayStation Plus vs. Xbox Game Pass: Which Is Better?

Sony’s answer to Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass is a revised version of the existing PlayStation Plus service with several tiers to choose from. So which is superior, assuming you have access to both? Let’s take a look….

Tim Brookes Mar 30th

Microsoft Says Xbox Will be Carbon Negative By 2030

When you think of game consoles, you probably don’t think environmentally friendly. Perhaps you should because Microsoft says it intends to make Xbox carbon negative by 2030.

Dave LeClair Mar 11th

Microsoft Is Adding Sign Language to Forza Horizon 5

Microsoft is making an unexpected accessibility change to Forza Horizon 5 on Xbox. Now, the company is adding both American Sign Language (ASL) and British Sign Language (BSL) to in-game cinematics.

Dave LeClair Feb 28th

How (and Why) to Use Your Xbox’s Co-Pilot Mode

Xbox’s Co-pilot mode is a feature that lets two Xbox controllers act as one controller. This allows two people to control the same player on-screen, with the “co-pilot” providing support to the “pilot” when they need it….

Sydney Butler Feb 24th

You Can Stream to Twitch From Your Xbox Dashboard Again

Everyone with an Xbox console can start streaming to Twitch again today. The feature was missing in action for some time, but it’s finally ready to go for all console gamers.

Dave LeClair Feb 23rd

What Microsoft Buying Activision Blizzard Means for You

Microsoft has announced its intention to purchase Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion, ushering in the largest single acquisition in video gaming history. So what could the deal ultimately mean for people who enjoy games?…

Tim Brookes Feb 1st

Activision Blizzard Games Are Coming to Game Pass for Xbox and PC

Microsoft has reached a deal to purchase Activision Blizzard for a staggering $67.8 billion. With that, the company has announced that games from the giant software developer would make their way to Game Pass for Xbox and PC,…

Dave LeClair Jan 18th

Why the Xbox Series X Is a Great Buy (If You Can Find One)

Gaming became an expensive hobby after the pandemic began and silicon shortages worsened. While you might not be able to build your dream gaming PC right now, you might be able to get your hands on an Xbox Series X instead….

Tim Brookes Jan 14th

How to Share Xbox Game Pass With Multiple Consoles

Game Pass is Microsoft’s all-you-can-eat gaming subscription which allows you to play over 100 games for a flat fee each month. If you pay for Game Pass you can share it between two consoles, and even play the same game on bo…

Tim Brookes Jan 13th

Got a New Xbox Series X or S? 11 Tips for Getting Started

Microsoft’s Xbox Series X and S are some of the best consoles ever made. You probably have some idea of which games you’ll be playing on your new console, but here’s a list of things to remember (and try out) as you get acqua…

Tim Brookes Dec 25th, 2021

How to Turn On Xbox Night Mode (and What It Does)

Microsoft added Night mode to Xbox consoles with a system update, so now you can save your eyes when playing in the dark if you find yourself especially sensitive to bright light. Here’s how it works and what you can customiz…

Tim Brookes Dec 22nd, 2021

You Can Apply to Test Future Xbox Features Right Now

Microsoft is looking for a handful of Xbox fans who want to test future Xbox features through its Alpha and Skip-Ahead Insiders programs. If you’re interested in seeing what’s coming to the Xbox in the future, you can apply …

Dave LeClair Dec 1st, 2021

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