Microsoft's GDC 2026 Keynote — Everything Announced on the Future of Xbox and Project Helix

Microsoft is set to hold a keynote at the Game Developers Conference to shed light on its plans for the future of Xbox, and IGN will be in the room to bring you all the news as it happens.

'We'll Continue to Invest, and We'll Always Do So' — Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Moves to Reassure Xbox Staff of Commitment to Gaming Following Phil Spencer Exit

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has offered Xbox staff words of reassurance following the exit of previous gaming boss Phil Spencer. Last month, Microsoft announced a huge shakeup at its gaming business, ...

Microsoft Will Soon Let You Use Any Windows 11 PC Like an Xbox

"Xbox mode" (formerly Xbox Full Screen Experience) is here to replace your console.
TweakTown

Xbox App on PC now lets users add third-party games from Steam and other sources

You can now add third-party games to the Xbox app on PC, a feature that feels tailor made for Microsoft's Project Helix console that plays PC games.

What the bottom port on your Xbox controller is for

The official controller for the Xbox Series X and S consoles, as well as Xbox One, features a port underneath, but what exactly is it meant for?

Microsoft To Turn Every Windows 11 PC Into A Console With Xbox Mode Next Month

Microsoft will make its full-screen experience available to all Windows 11 devices, bringing a more console-like experience to PC gaming.

Xbox mode is coming to Windows 11, and PC gaming will never be the same

Xbox mode is coming to all Windows 11 PCs in April, bringing a full controller-optimized gaming experience to laptops, ...
Wired

You Can Now Install—and Update—Microsoft Store Apps Using the Command Line

I can't stand opening the Microsoft Store. It's slow to load, confusing to browse, and full of ads for things I don't care about. Luckily, thanks to a new feature, I don't have to open the Microsoft ...
Kotaku

Xbox Series X Is Back in Limited Stock After Selling Out at Its Lowest Price With Wireless Controller Included

This article is part of Kotaku Deals, produced separately from the editorial team. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on the site. The Xbox Series X Gaming 1TB SSD is designed to ...
PC Magazine

A Free One-Click Fix for Slow Computers? I Put Microsoft's PC Manager App to the Test

Microsoft's PC Manager promises to optimize your machine's performance at no cost. I tried it out to see if it's good enough to replace third-party tools. I've been testing PC and mobile software for ...
PC Magazine

RAM Reality Check: How Much Memory Does Your PC Actually Need in 2026?

The AI hardware boom is sending memory prices sky-high, so knowing exactly how much you need is more critical than ever. I've worked out the most realistic RAM goals for every type of PC. I’ve been a ...
The Verge

Abxylute’s new Switch 2 controller prototype has one big problem

Joy-Con alternatives typically provide improvements aplenty, but this prototype doesn’t. Joy-Con alternatives typically provide improvements aplenty, but this prototype doesn’t. is an editor covering ...