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Have you ever wished your PC could mimic the seamless, distraction-free gaming experience of a console? With the introduction of Full Screen Experience (FSE) mode on Windows 11, Microsoft is bridging ...

Something to look forward to: Microsoft has announced plans to roll out major Windows 11 updates next year to make the operating system "faster, more portable, and more visually immersive" for gamers.

To access the pages and options available in Windows Update Settings, open the Settings app using Win+I hotkey, and click on the Windows Update category available on the bottom left section. On the ...

Here’s what you need to know about the latest updates to Windows 11 as they’re released from Microsoft. Now updated for KB5078127 Out-of-band, released on Jan. 24, 2026. A Windows launch isn’t the end ...

The PlayStation 5 dominated Black Friday sales in the US, according to new data shared by Circana, which tracks gaming sales in the US. Circana's Mat Piscatella said Sony's console made up 47% of ...

Another year, another update to Sony's PlayStation Portal. The latest tweak to the hardware considerably expands the roster of games playable on the device—but the end result only highlights how ...

However, you can queue the update for the Mounts of Mayhem game drop manually as well. The launcher lets players initiate updates on the existing version, upgrading ...

The age of cheap and powerful devices is upon us. How about a 20 EUR handheld game console intended for retro game emulation, that runs Linux under the hood? [Luiz Ferreira] kicks the tires of a R36S, ...

Minecraft Mounts of Mayhem game drop has finally rolled out for Java Edition. This update brings exciting features, ranging from a brand new tiered weapon to many new mounts for players to tame. The ...

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Rather than dealing with the bulk of a gaming laptop, handheld gaming PCs keep far more compact dimensions, making it easier to play from just about anywhere. Even though these devices are obviously ...