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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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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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🎮 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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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1h

If you need more storage on your Xbox Ally but don't want to upgrade the SSD, simply grab one of these microSD cards and you're good to go. They'll all work perfectly with your new handheld!

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You're going to want to get into your Xbox Ally's BIOS, even if only to turn off the startup sound (it's OK, we don't like it either.) Here's how you do just that.

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I got tired of the Xbox Ally's start noise, so I turned it off

The Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X gaming handhelds make a noise on startup, but you can turn it off in the BIOS. Here's how.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 2h

On the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X you can, as with other AMD-powered Windows handhelds, change the amount of system memory dedicated as VRAM. Here's how to do it, and importantly, why you should.

Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 2h

The Xbox Ally isn't quite as powerful as the Xbox Ally X, but in a world where the Steam Deck is the king of the more affordable handheld gaming PC, does it still have a place?

REVIEW:

Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 2h

Here it is! We've had the Xbox Ally X in the house for a little while now, and spoiler alert, it's pretty epic. Find out why in our full review! ⬇️

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Halloween is coming up, so naturally, it's a great time to play some scary games. We gave this one a perfect score, and you can save a good chunk of change on it right now!

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This horror game that earned a perfect rating from us is 31% off

One of the best horror games in 2025, Cronos: The New Dawn, is getting an early 31% Halloween discount at Loaded for the PC version.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 2h

Helldivers 2 won't be getting any new content until the dev team has had chance to work on optimization, and that's a good thing.

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Helldivers 2 devs address FPS drops and stability issues

Arrowhead is hitting pause on new Helldivers 2 content to focus on improving performance, stability, and optimization.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 3h

Even with the extended support available for Windows 10, a lot of people aren't happy, likening it to pushing a "snooze button" on the issue facing millions.

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Microsoft’s Windows 10 ESU program isn’t It for many

Microsoft faces backlash over its Windows 10 ESU plan, with users demanding extended free updates through 2030.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 3h

Steelseries latest gaming headsets sure do look like something special. Maybe a little treat for yourself as we head into the holiday season? 🤔

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SteelSeries latest headsets are absolutely sensational

Add these sweet new headsets from SteelSeries' flagship Arctis lineup to your wishlist this year.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 3h

Windows 10 is officially End of Life, and naturally, many have taken to social media to voice their displeasure.

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"RIP Windows 10. You were the last OS that didn't spy on us 24/7"

Windows 10 support is over, and frustrated users are venting on social media, calling it the “only sane Windows” as Microsoft pushes everyone to Windows 11.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 14h

Microsoft has teased that a big announcement about Windows is coming this week. What could it be? www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/wi...

Microsoft teases something big is coming soon to Windows — something that will give your fingers a rest

Microsoft has teased that a big announcement about Windows is happening on Thursday, and has hinted that the news will be related to how people use and interact with the OS.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 18h

PREPARE for tomorrow's launch:

Loading screens? Not on your Xbox Ally 🎮

One of the fastest UHS‑II microSD cards is 23% off — giving you quicker transfers and smoother play. www.windowscentral.com/accessories/...

This Xbox Ally microSD deal promises faster load times — and it’s 23% off today

The 256GB variant of Lexar's Professional Gold MicroSD card is on sale at Amazon, giving players a chance to upgrade the Xbox Ally's loading times.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 22h

Edge Game Assist just leveled up 💪

Battlefield 6, Silksong, Borderlands 4, and more now supported — plus ad blocker compatibility and smarter settings.

Windows 11 gamers🎮, this update’s for you🎯 www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/wi...

Edge Game Assist update adds new game support and smarter multitasking — here’s what’s new

From Silksong to Borderlands 4, the October patch makes Windows 11 gaming smoother than ever.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 22h

Chrome might soon browse the web for you.

A leaked Gemini feature in Canary builds hints at agentic browsing — AI that fills forms, switches tabs, and handles tasks.

Google’s Copilot moment is coming. www.windowscentral.com/artificial-i...

Gemini leak hints Chrome will surf the web for you

Google’s AI could soon automate everyday web tasks using your browsing history.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 22h

Windows 10 is dead. Microsoft has now released the final mainstream OS update for Windows 10 PCs, and with it has marked the end of servicing. www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/wi...

Microsoft pulls the plug on Windows 10 after a decade on the market

Microsoft has confirmed that support for Windows 10 has now come to an end. It has released one final mainstream OS update, but millions of users are still running the now abandoned OS.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d

Monster Hunter vibes for less than $11 🧌

This Xbox Play Anywhere action RPG works on Xbox, PC, and your new Xbox Ally. 🎮

A crazy deal you don’t want to miss 💵

Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d

Copilot’s new Benchmarks tool in Viva Insights is here.

It tracks how you use AI — and compares you to coworkers and rival companies.

Your boss just got a new favorite chart.

Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d

Big discounts on Activision and Blizzard games? BIG DISCOUNTS ON ACTIVISION AND BLIZZARD GAMES!

But not for much longer. Details ⬇️

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Microsoft's new in-house AI image generator has already turned some heads, and it's only the beginning.

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Microsoft's new image generator is faster than larger models

Microsoft just unveiled a custom AI image generator that has already secured a top 10 spot in the LMArena benchmark, signaling a new phase in the AI rivalry.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d

As the dust settles from the Black Ops 7 beta, Activision has shared the best news yet.

The anticheat...IT WORKS 😮

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Activision boasts reduction in cheaters during Black Ops 7 beta

Call of Duty's Team RICOCHET pulls out the big guns to take down cheaters before Black Ops 7's release.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d

HP's latest Omen gaming laptop is a gorgeous love letter to League of Legends. Oh, and there's a new monitor, too!

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HP reveals the ultimate gaming laptop for League of Legends

It's on the pricey side, but if League of Legends is your jam, there's nothing else like this.

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Windows Central @windowscentral.com · 1d

🧠 OpenAI says GPT‑5 slashes political bias by 30% compared to GPT‑4.

More balanced answers, fewer skewed takes — but is it enough to silence critics?

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Battlefield 6 has a handy feature reminding players to uninstall the campaign when they're done.

Are you listening, Call of Duty?