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3 games leaving Xbox Game Pass you should play this weekend (December 20-22)
Make sure you play Lego 2K Drive, Humankind, and Party Animals before they leave Xbox Game pass at the end of the month.
Stalker 2 gets its first big patch with over 650 bug fixes
Stalker 2 had a ton of performance issues at launch, but over 650 have been addressed in the first big patch out today.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games you should play this weekend
Xbox Game Pass subscribers can have a good time playing Little Kitty, Big City, Aliens: Dark Descent, or Nine Sols this weekend.
This Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for Persona 5
This Thanksgiving, we reflect on the small, unexpected ways that video games can make a big impact on someone's life.
You can still shop these Black Friday video game deals today
Save big on some of the best video games of 2024 this Black Friday! Our deals roundup includes markdowns on PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch titles.
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The best video game consoles for 2024
Choosing the right gaming console can be difficult. We compare the Xbox Series X, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and more in terms of games, power, and versatility.
Xbox is shuttering its Avatars, but you still have time to customize yours
Xbox is shutting down its avatar program in January 2025, but there's still time to customize it.
South of Midnight: release window, trailer, gameplay, and more
South of Midnight explores the gothic folklore of the Deep South in a way few games do. If you're curious what this title is about, here's everything we know.
The 8 best TVs for gaming in 2024, as vetted by our experts
HDMI 2.1 and low input lag are a couple of top considerations for a gaming TV. Here’s a few of our favorite sets that are tailor-made for console and PC gaming.
Game spending is up — and you can thank Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Game spending is up in the U.S. and it's mostly thanks to Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (November 22-24)
Xbox Game Pass just got some major new releases this week that might justify that Ultimate subscription for another month.
The Xbox Series X is $50 off at Walmart, but you need to hurry
The Microsoft Xbox Series X is on sale from Walmart with a $50 discount that drops its price to $448, but you have to hurry as the offer may end at any moment.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 struggles to get off the ground after launch
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 players have been experiencing problems getting into the game at launch.
Xbox is finally letting you cloud stream games you own, with some limits
Xbox is making good on a long-standing promise to let Game Pass Ultimate users stream games that are already in their libraries.
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl review: ambitious, but still a work in progress
There's an ambitious shooter somewhere in Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, but its buried by technical woes and frustrating design.
PS5 vs. Xbox Series S
The next generation of video game consoles is here, and Microsoft has come out swinging with its Xbox Series S. How does this machine stack up against the PS5?
Xbox’s all-you-can-game buffet, Game Pass Ultimate, is 28% off for the first thousand customers
You definitely don't want to miss this deal on Xbox's Game Pass Ultimate through StackSocial. It's one of the best prices we've found yet.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (November 15-17)
Xbox Game Pass subscribers can cause some mayhem in a suite of new game additions, including Spyro the Dragon.
The best Xbox Series X controllers for 2024
Looking for the best controllers for your Xbox Series X? Maybe you want some extra customization features or at least a unique design. Here are the best models.
All upcoming video games (PS5, Xbox, Switch, PC): 2024, 2025 and beyond
Want to take a quick glance at what video games are set to be releases soon? Here's our list of games to watch that are coming out this year and in 2025.
Xbox is testing a handheld device, but it’s a long ways off
Xbox CEO Phil Spencer confirmed the company is testing handhelds, but don't expect one any time soon.
The most common Xbox Series X problems and how to fix them
The Xbox Series X and S are impressive consoles, but they aren't free of problems. Here, we cover the most common Xbox Series X problems and how to fix them.
How to gameshare on an Xbox Series X
One drawback with digital games is not being able to share your games, but the Xbox Series X has a solution. Here's everything you need to know about gameshare.
