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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · Nov 13
Hey everyone!

We will try to get this channel running in the coming weeks. We're currently exploring different methods to automate our news postings here, which is challenging.

For now, you can check our Windows Central staff Starter Pack as our team starts to come online: go.bsky.app/8seHmnH
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 36m
Outer Worlds 2 is giving away a Moon Man plush.

It’s weird, it’s cozy, and it might just judge your couch snacks.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1h
Game Pass Ultimate got pricier.

Amazon said “nah” and dropped a 3-month deal that skips the hike.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1h
NVIDIA finally gave this GPU the price it deserves.

Just kidding — a rare discount did. Grab it before it remembers its MSRP.
One of Nvidia's best-range gaming GPUs is now $50 than its steep MSRP
The MSI Gaming RTX 5070 graphics card has suddenly gotten its best discount yet, giving PC players a chance to procure at a cheaper price for a limited time.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 2h
The latest Black Ops 6 event runs for a week, but if you follow these steps, you can complete it in just an hour and be on your merry way.

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Black Ops 6's Echoes of the Dead event only takes ONE HOUR to complete
The Echoes of the Dead event is now live in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and while it runs for a week, you will only need an hour to reap the rewards.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 2h
The QD-OLED monitor we called "one of the very best ways to play games" is on sale at Dell, and it's not the only one available for hundreds less. www.windowscentral.com/hardware/del...
Black Friday who? Dell's 5-star QD-OLED gaming monitor is already $300 off
The Alienware monitor to which we gave five stars is now $300 cheaper, and that's not even the biggest discount.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 2h
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is an easy target to rip on, and it's fair to say the franchise has deserved criticism in the past. But with just under a month to go until launch, here's why I'm genuinely excited for this year's game.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 3h
We asked New Blood Interactive why indie devs shy away from Microsoft’s ecosystem as Xbox Ally launches — at a time when Xbox needs them more than ever.

Oh boy, did they answer 🫢
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 3h
The name might be a little confusing, but the Xbox Ally being a Windows PC handheld rather than an Xbox console all makes sense in Microsoft's larger strategy.
Xbox Ally isn’t just a handheld — it’s Microsoft’s Windows 11 Trojan Horse
Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X are Windows 11 handheld PCs. Some have confused them for Xbox consoles, but they're actually part of the Windows vs SteamOS battle.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 4h
The Windows Central Podcast LIVE is kicking off!

This week: Lots of Copilot: Taskbar, voice, Actions, Connections, and Windows 10 is ☠️⚰️plus more!

JOIN IN: www.youtube.com/live/qsu7Ump...
This is what's next for Windows | Windows Central Podcast LIVE | 10/16/25
Your source for the best stories and insights from the world of Windows, Surface, Xbox, HoloLens, and everything Microsoft. Hosted by Zac Bowden and a rotati...
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 4h
If you're getting a new Xbox Ally or Xbox Ally X today (or anytime soon) you might think about accessorizing with a power bank. After all, who doesn't want to game on the go for longer?
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 5h
AI for gamers? Of course it's a thing, so in the interest of science, let's see what they're like. On deck, we're looking at Microsoft's Copilot for Gaming, and NVIDIA's Project G-Assist. Are either of them any good?
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 8h
Mozilla is testing a second VPN, this time for Firefox alone 🔒

It's free, just like Edge's built-in VPN, but you probably won't get to try it yet. Here's why.
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Firefox VPN — free, private, and probably not available to you yet
Mozilla is testing a second VPN, this time for Firefox alone. It's free, just like Edge's built-in VPN, but you probably won't get to try it yet. Here's why.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 8h
The co-founder of Reddit thinks that "much of the internet is now just dead" thanks to bots and AI.

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Is the internet already dead? Reddit co-founder say bots and AI are taking over
Reddit's co-founder Alexis Ohanian says much of today's internet is dead while pointing his finger at quasi-AI and bots.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 8h
PowerToys continues to add features that should just be a part of Windows 11, and the latest is the much anticipated auto light and dark mode switcher.

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PowerToys just fixed one of Windows 11’s most requested features
Windows 11 finally gets auto light/dark mode syncing with the sun, thanks to PowerToys.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 8h
Prepare to hear everyone in the office shouting "Hey Copilot!" Microsoft announces new agentic AI assistant for Windows 11 that lets Copilot control apps and files on your behalf, and is making accessing Copilot easier via the Taskbar and with your voice www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/wi...
Microsoft dubs Windows 11 PCs "the computer you can talk to” as it launches new agentic AI voice input mode that lets your PC do things for you
Windows 11 has announced a new agentic AI assistant for Windows 11 that lets you ask Copilot to control apps and files for you. It's also making it easier to access Copilot from the Taskbar and with…
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 10h
A budget Razer gaming mouse made even cheaper with a tasty discount? Form an orderly queue and grab a Viper V3 HyperSpeed while you can!

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Never miss a headshot again with this discounted Razer gaming mouse
The Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed wireless gaming mouse, just had its inexpensive MSRP cut down further by 37% with this limited-time deal.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 10h
The next Xbox showcase has been revealed, and it'll be focused on the next batch of awesome indie games. Find all the information you need ⬇️

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ID@Xbox showcase set to reveal some aweseome new games soon
The 50-minute event will showcase gameplay, exclusive trailers, and more from upcoming indie games.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 10h
Whether you're getting a new Xbox Ally, already have a Steam Deck, or any other handheld gaming PC, DOOM: The Dark Ages is now going to play much better.

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DOOM: The Dark Ages just got a handheld-focused update
DOOM: The Dark Ages Update 2.2 brings better gaming handheld performance, including on Steam Deck and Xbox Ally X.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d
Windows 11 🪟 Insiders are in for a busy October 🍂

12 new features are rolling out — from Start menu tweaks to Settings upgrades and more.

Here’s what’s changing.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d
Ambrosia Sky Act 1 launches Nov. 10, 2025 on PC.

A haunting sci‑fi shooter about death, immortality, and Saturn’s rings — with Acts 2 & 3 coming in 2026.

Think Prey, but stranger🤔
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d
No more guessing if your Xbox Ally can handle that game.

The latest update adds compatibility indicators — and even OG Ally owners score a nice Armoury Crate boost.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d
Your Xbox Ally deserves more than scratches and slippery hands💦

dBrand’s Killswitch case is here — Xbox Certified, grippy, protective, and yes… it adds a kickstand. www.windowscentral.com/hardware/han...
Your Xbox Ally finally gets a kickstand — thanks to dBrand’s Killswitch
Here’s why the dBrand Killswitch could be the must‑have case for Ally and Ally X owners.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d
The Creeper is Minecraft’s most iconic mob — but devs now admit it wouldn’t even make it into the game today.

From coding bug to cultural icon.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d
One of 2025’s top game of the year contenders is 44% off right now.

And it’s getting a free update in the future.

Cheaper today, better tomorrow.
This RPG that shows up modern Final Fantasy games is now 44% off
Sandfall Interactive's incredible debut RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, is getting a 44% discount for its PC version at Loaded.
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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d
🎮 Your GPU called — it wants a worthy partner.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is back to its lowest price ever on Amazon: just $319 (29% off).

8 cores, 16 threads, 96MB cache = no excuses for lag.

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Time for a new CPU? AMD's 7800X3D just hit its lowest price.
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D refuses to lose its relevance, and that's great news for PC gamers who want to upgrade on a budget.
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