Windows Central Podcast: A massive week for Windows and Xbox
…We look at the gorgeous mini-LED display, a massive haptic trackpad, and a mystery magnetic breakaway USB-C port that could spell the end of the proprietary Surface Connect port. The…
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Talos Principle 3 will skip Xbox completely as Devolver snubs Xbox fans of its "grand finale"
…why exactly is the third not coming at launch, too? Games often skip Xbox and other platforms, but the final entry of a trilogy? It's likely that the third will eventually…
Microsoft unveils its first Surface mini PC focused on AI developers, powered by RTX Spark
Just says after announcing the RTX Spark powered Surface Laptop Ultra coming later this year, Microsoft has today announced a second RTX Spark device under the Surface portfolio, this time aimed solely…
“We’re supporting Godot” Xbox expands its developer‑friendly push with new tools for indie creators
…The Xbox Godot Sample covers a large portion of what Godot developers need to start building for Xbox on PC, including: Microsoft GDK platform services XBOX services PlayFab Core + Services PlayFab Multiplayer…
Project Solara is Microsoft's vision for what the future of computing will be like, and it doesn't include Windows
…A platform that exists liminally between devices and the cloud, capable of agentic capabilities and being always available to assist you in the flow of work. This vision is codenamed Project Solara…
Wallpaper Engine unwillingly spread PC malware via Steam's community-led Workshop feature
Steam's Workshop feature, a community-driven platform for sharing custom-made game content across thousands of games and apps, was reportedly hijacked by attackers and may still be used to spread…
How Microsoft Build 2026 changes your Windows 11 PC
…At Build 2026, Microsoft taught developers how to build native Windows apps using AI and how to port x86 apps to Windows on Arm. Microsoft also announced its own AI models , revealed…
Xbox fans rally against Shift Up for 'Stellar Blade' — which is now exclusively NOT on Xbox Series X|S
…Developer Shift Up began signaling for some time that it wants to find Stellar Blade a bigger audience across more platforms . Many Xbox fans were hopeful that this would, of course, include…
This headset has no real rival for multi‑system players, and the new lower price makes it a standout pick
…You can also switch platform is active for the headset with on-ear controls. Setting up the docking station with your chosen gaming platforms can be time-consuming and convoluted, but worth…
Stellar Blade sequel may launch on Xbox as its dev wants to "reach a broad global audience from day one"
…Naturally, this made everyone think the studio was looking to make an Xbox port, with recent statements on its website fueling that speculation further. I'm not entirely sure what "the distinctive…