EXCLUSIVE: Xbox Cloud Gaming will get ad-supported access this year — rumors coalesce after ad support notices appear prematurely

Sales for the Xbox Series X|S haven’t been as strong as expected. Several factors are contributing to this, including tariffs, the growing popularity of free games on PCs and mobile devices like Roblox and Fortnite, and competition from other entertainment options like TikTok. Nintendo’s stock has dropped significantly in the last six months due to rising costs of memory chips, and PlayStation has also experienced a decrease in hardware sales this year.

Despite being free on Epic, Blood West sold 200% more copies on Steam, proving players still prefer to pay on Valve’s store

Initially, a free release like that doesn’t seem like a big deal. But surprisingly, it actually led to a jump in sales on Steam. This suggests the free giveaway on Epic Games Store didn’t just replace potential Steam purchases – it actually encouraged more people to buy the game on Steam as well, acting like a very effective advertisement.

I always make these 9 tweaks in Windows Terminal for a more readable and consistent experience on Windows 11 — and they’re for more than just aesthetics

These updates go beyond just appearance. They make the Terminal easier to read, smoother to use when switching between different command-line environments, and ensure it works the same way on any Windows computer. No matter if you prefer PowerShell, Command Prompt, WSL, or use them all, these settings will transform Windows Terminal from a decent starting point into a truly customized and effective tool.