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The latest Nintendo Direct had insane reveals for Nintendo fans — but it also revealed some exciting new games coming soon to Xbox and PC

The June 2026 Nintendo Direct has presented a ton of new games that are not only coming out for the Nintendo Switch 2, but for Xbox and PC as well. Here are all the multiplatform games shown at the event.

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"Couch co-op is back": Halo and Gears are bringing split-screen back, and I couldn't be happier

Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day will both feature two-player split-screen campaign co-op, marking the return of a fan-favorite Xbox feature that many players have missed for years.

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I took a look at Windows 11’s new eye‑strain reduction feature called 'Screen tint' — here’s how it works

Microsoft introduces Screen Tint for Windows 11, offering color presets and custom overlays designed to make screen time easier on the eyes.

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"Let us cook.": Xbox's Blade may be alive after all as Arkane puts cancellation rumors to bed

Arkane Lyon has responded to growing concerns over Marvel's Blade after the game was absent from the Xbox Games Showcase. A message from the game's Lead Concept Artist suggests development is continuing despite cancellation rumors.

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3 features the Surface Laptop needs to borrow from the Surface Laptop Ultra

The Surface Laptop Ultra shows what Microsoft can achieve at the high end, and several of its features could make the standard Surface Laptop a stronger option for everyday users.

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Dell XPS 13 (2026) vs. MacBook Neo: The XPS wins in more categories than you’d expect

Dell's new XPS 13 for 2026, announced at Computex, is the new best competition for the MacBook Neo. But how exactly do the two laptops compare? I break things down to help discover where the XPS fills in the Neo's blind spots.

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"We're rethinking everything": Rising costs force Xbox to reconsider future hardware as current consoles are "outstripping supply"

Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Mathew Ball has revealed that rising costs are forcing the company to rethink aspects of Project Helix, Xbox's planned next-generation console. Despite strong demand for Xbox Series X and Series S hardware, Xbox is exploring ways to make future hardware more affordable and flexible.

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Xbox admits some exclusives will sell fewer units but promises a steady pipeline of games

Xbox has reiterated its commitment to exclusives, with Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball promising a reliable pipeline of future Xbox-only titles. While Microsoft says exclusives remain important to platform growth, questions remain about which games will stay exclusive going forward.

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Xbox executive says Game Pass "lost millions of subscribers" as a direct impact of the brand's egregious price hikes

Xbox has revealed that its controversial Game Pass price increase led to the loss of millions of subscribers. New comments from Matthew Ball offer a rare look at the impact of the decision and how Xbox has since adjusted its subscription strategy.

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LibreOffice slams Euro-Office as "a freeware clone" of Microsoft Office — riding on digital sovereignty

LibreOffice calls Euro-Office a freeware clone of Microsoft Office, questioning its open-source claims and sovereignty credentials.

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Microsoft is usually blamed for every PC bug, but Dell and HP's latest Windows 11 BSOD reboot fiascos are all on them.

Dell and HP PCs were stuck in reboot purgatory after faulty updates. Here's what caused the issue and what the companies are doing to get around it.

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Xbox settled its exclusivity plans ahead of Gears E‑Day’s reveal — here’s the timeline

According to XBOX's Aaron Greenberg, Gears of War: E-Day exclusivity was kept a secret.

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Microsoft launches new Windows 11 Beta channel for next-gen Arm PCs powered by Snapdragon X2 and RTX Spark chips

Windows 11 version 26H1 just gained a new preview channel, splitting testing between Experimental and Beta Channels on devices powered by Snapdragon X2 and RTX Spark chips.

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Microsoft Build ignored the most barren part of Windows 11, and it's one only third-party developers can fix

Microsoft highlighted AI agents and native apps at Build, but the Windows 11 Widgets panel saw no improvements and still lacks useful options.

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Warhammer 40,000’s Total War debut looks chaotic enough to win over newcomers like me

At the PC Gaming Showcase, Creative Assembly showed more gameplay footage of its highly anticipated Warhammer 40,000 strategy game, Total War: Warhammer 40,000, while talking about its gameplay and a closed beta that's launching soon.

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"These decisions are never easy": Ninja Theory cancels Project Mara to focus on new game Senua

Ninja Theory has confirmed the cancellation of Project Mara, with the studio shifting all 85 developers onto Senua. New details suggest the upcoming game will feature expanded combat, exploration, puzzle-solving, and a significantly larger world than previous Hellblade titles.

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Xbox reveals new Halo: Campaign Evolved trailer fully captured on PS5 Pro and was reportedly meant to be at Sony's State of Play

Xbox has released a new Halo: Campaign Evolved cinematic trailer featuring footage captured on PS5 Pro. The trailer showcases The Pillar of Autumn, Sgt. Avery Johnson, Cortana, and updated visuals from the upcoming remake.

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Satya Nadella says AI agents deserve real "identities" — after another Microsoft CEO said the tech would take white-collar jobs

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella wants AI agents to be treated like staff, raising questions about the future of work.

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"Exactly what you want in a mobile device": I gamed on the new Intel Arc G3 handhelds from Acer and MSI — here's what to expect

I had a chance to test out new gaming handhelds featuring Intel's latest Arc G3 Extreme chips. Here's what I learned (and why these chips are the new standard for mobile gaming).

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"It's top of mind and being worked on" Xbox confirms anti-scalping methods will be in place ahead of the Xbox Series X25 preorder

Xbox will battle scalpers for the Series X25 launch, considering account-based priority systems to protect genuine fans

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6 biggest Microsoft Build announcements: How they'll reshape Windows 11 and set up the next generation of AI devices

From a massive push for faster, native apps to monster new desktop hardware, Microsoft just gave us a genuine reason to be excited about the PC on your desk.

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I'd never thought one of my favorite underrated Xbox Soulslikes would get a sequel, but I'm glad Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember proved me wrong

Koei Tecmo announced at the Xbox Games Showcase that it will be making a sequel to its hit 2023 soulslike action game, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, called Wo Long 2: Flames of Embers. As a fan of the original game, I'm dead excited to see the series continue and can't…

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Halo: Campaign Evolved hits No. 5 on Steam's best-sellers chart as scalpers list collector's edition for hundreds on eBay

Halo: Campaign Evolved has climbed into Steam's best-sellers chart following its latest reveal and release date announcement. Meanwhile, collector's editions are already appearing on eBay for more than $600 as demand continues to grow.

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Satya Nadella says Microsoft's revamped AI data centers need as little water for cooling as "what a single restaurant would use"

Satya Nadella claims Microsoft’s AI centers now consume as little water as a restaurant thanks to new cooling technology.

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Gears of War: E-Day Direct showcases everything to be excited for with the upcoming Xbox exclusive

Gears of War: E-Day shines and is quickly becoming the front-runner Xbox series.

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