It all began with a simple email, but it blossomed into an incredibly successful partnership. The STALKER 2 team announced on X (formerly Twitter) that this connection ultimately brought joy to millions of players.
Microsoft recently posted on X (formerly Twitter) boasting about their Copilot AI completing code quickly, saying, “Copilot finishing your code before you finish your coffee.” This message was met with a negative reaction from the tech community, who don’t appreciate the idea of relying so heavily on AI for coding.
After being available on Xbox Game Pass for almost a year, STALKER 2 recently left the service. This is probably because the game is about to be released on PlayStation 5, ending its status as an Xbox exclusive. Just before its launch on Sony’s platform, a large new update has been released.
Microsoft is working to make apps more helpful and secure for both individuals and businesses. To achieve this, they’re introducing a new, experimental feature called ‘agent workspace.’ This feature is currently available as a private preview for Windows Insiders, and Microsoft will be gathering feedback to improve it and ensure its security before a wider release. This limited initial access is part of a planned, step-by-step approach to adding these new ‘agentic’ capabilities to Windows.
Microsoft has introduced a new setting that lets AI assistants take more control within Windows. This feature is designed to work with AI-powered apps that can automate common tasks like managing files, scheduling appointments, and sending emails. The goal is to free up your time by allowing these apps to interact with your computer – clicking, typing, and scrolling – much like a person would.
Here’s a look at the new games available on the Xbox store this week. I’m planning to focus on earning Achievements in the games I’m already playing, but I’m also really interested in trying out Demonschool – I’m a big fan of its art style.
You might think it’s easy to just disable AI features if you don’t like them. However, it’s not that straightforward. Microsoft seems to prioritize AI so highly that they’re reportedly removing functionality from their standard apps to lessen competition for Copilot.
As an analyst, I’ve been watching Xbox closely, and it’s clear things haven’t been smooth sailing recently. We’ve seen layoffs, price increases, significant drops in hardware sales, and a pullback from community interaction. Honestly, the speed at which Xbox has been changing its strategy since the pandemic began has created a lot of confusion, especially among its most dedicated fans, who are now questioning what the future holds for the platform.
As a researcher following Microsoft’s developments, I recently discovered and reported that they’re hosting a Partner Preview event in November. The focus seems to be heavily on their Xbox Play Anywhere program. Over the last few years, Microsoft has really been emphasizing Play Anywhere, as they work towards bringing their development tools for Xbox and PC closer together.
This describes a trend where spending too much time looking at screens can hinder the development of thinking skills that usually grow through hands-on experiences. Early findings suggest this can lead to issues like forgetfulness, trouble concentrating, and a shorter attention span.