Starfield showed me the best — and worst — parts of cloud gaming By Tom Pritchard published 23 September 23 There are a bunch of pros and cons to cloud gaming, and Starfield was able to show me both sides.
Starfield is the game the Xbox Series X needs right now — and a major blow to PS5 By Rory Mellon published 2 September 23 Starfield is arguably the biggest Xbox Series X game ever — and its console exclusivity is a major blow for PS5 players.
Xbox Showcase 2023 was epic — but there was one major problem By Rory Mellon published 13 June 23 Xbox Showcase 2023 was one of the best gaming events in ages — but I'm left wondering when we'll be able to play these new Xbox Series X games.
PlayStation and Xbox could add even more ads — and I’m exhausted By Marshall Honorof published 23 April 22 PlayStation and Xbox could have plans to subsidize free-to-play games with in-game advertising. But when will enough be enough?
PSA: Do not buy an Xbox Series S By Rory Mellon published 2 October 21 On the surface the Xbox Series S may appear to be an affordable way to enter the next-gen of consoles, but here's why you shouldn't buy one.
I’m angry about the Halo Infinite Xbox Series X By Tom Pritchard published 26 August 21 This long-time Halo fan is rather annoyed that Microsoft has announced the Halo Infinite Xbox Series X console.
Sorry PS5 — Xbox Series X will be the home for Bethesda games By Rory Mellon published 12 March 21 Bethesda exclusives on Xbox Series X could steal the PS5's thunder.
Xbox Series X rechargeable battery is a huge step back By Marshall Honorof published 17 January 21 While the Xbox Series X controller has an optional rechargeable battery pack available, it's not as user-friendly as it should be.
PS5 and Xbox Series X: Why we need new consoles — and why we don't By Marshall Honorof, Adam Ismail published 29 March 20 Are the PS5 and Xbox Series X necessary? If so, are consoles something we'll always need? And, if not, what should we have had instead?
5 Ways Mixer Beats Twitch By Michael Andronico published 24 October 19 From co-streaming to interactive broadcasts, here are five features that make Mixer a compelling Twitch alternative.
Why Most Superhero Games Suck By Robert Carnevale published 11 August 18 Superhero games aren't inherently bad, but I've got an idea to explain why they haven't panned out as they should have — and why they can, in the future.
5 Ways Xbox Can Win E3 2018 By Michael Andronico published 8 June 18 Microsoft faces an uphill battle at E3 2018, but here's how it can compete with Sony and Nintendo.
What Thanos in Fortnite Means for the Game's Future By Michael Andronico published 8 May 18 Fortnite's new Marvel tie-in is an exciting glimpse at what could happen to the game in the future.
Star Wars Battlefront 2 Is a Great Game With One Big Problem By Michael Andronico published 13 November 17 Star Wars Battlefront 2 is a huge improvement over the first game, but some of its key features are gated behind a frustrating progression system.
Forget the Xbox One X, Here's Why Xbox One S is a Better Buy By Michael Andronico published 6 November 17 Microsoft's powerful Xbox One X is enticing, but here's why the One S is a better buy.
5 Reasons to Play Destiny 2 on PC Over Console By Michael Andronico published 24 October 17 The PC version of Destiny 2 has finally arrived. Here's why it has been worth the wait.
This Year's Best-Kept Secret in Gaming By Michael Andronico published 20 November 16 Microsoft's Play Anywhere program bridges a major gap between Xbox One and PC gamers while offering tons of value to both.
What We Want From a Gears of War Movie By Michael Andronico published 6 October 16 Gears of War is officially headed to the big screen, so here's what we want from a film based on Microsoft's hit shooter franchise.
The Next Xbox Will Crush the PS4 Pro By Michael Andronico published 8 September 16 Sony's PS4 Pro might be the first 4K gaming console out there, but it has some serious limitations compared to the Xbox Ones of the future — and present.
4 Reasons to Buy an Xbox One S (and 5 Reasons Not To) By Michael Andronico published 25 July 16 Wondering if the Xbox One S is for you? Here are the best reasons to buy — and avoid — Microsoft's slim new gaming machine.
PS Neo, Xbox Scorpio Might Make Me Buy a Gaming PC (Op-Ed) By Andrew E. Freedman published 14 June 16 Powerful new PS4, Xbox models are coming sooner than expected. If you have to buy a new console every few years, a PC may be a better deal.
Hey, Microsoft! Just Bring Halo 5 to PC Already By Michael Andronico published 19 May 16 Now that Halo 5's map creator is heading to Windows 10, it's time for Microsoft to pull the trigger and port the entire game over.
Why You Shouldn't Buy a Gaming Console Right Now By Michael Andronico published 21 April 16 With the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One both rumored to receive incremental upgrades in the near future, you might want to steer clear of gaming consoles right now.