Although Microsoft wants people to switch to Windows 11, it’s unlikely many will, particularly those with fairly new computers that now feel outdated because Windows 10 is no longer supported. Some users believe Microsoft intentionally ended support to force upgrades, calling it a planned obsolescence tactic.
The Steam Deck is starting to show its age and isn’t as powerful as some of the newer handheld gaming PCs available. This means it can’t run certain games that other handhelds can. But, if you choose a more powerful Windows-based handheld and install SteamOS on it, you can enjoy the benefits of both platforms.
People have been requesting features like moving the Taskbar to the top of the screen for a long time, and they also want the system to automatically switch between light and dark mode.
This update introduces a redesigned Start menu with a cleaner, more modern look. It also includes enhanced security with the new Administrator Protection feature, and lets you easily see your battery percentage right next to the battery icon.
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite is a high-end gaming headset, similar to other “Elite” products like the Xbox Elite Controller. Manufacturers recognize that many gamers are willing to spend more for top-of-the-line quality. The Arctis Nova Elite is designed for those who want a headset that offers everything, built with the most luxurious materials, and is currently the most premium Xbox headset available.
Silent Hill 2 is a highly acclaimed survival horror game made by Konami. Originally released for the PlayStation 2, it tells the story of James as he ventures into the eerie and haunted town of Silent Hill, searching for the meaning behind a disturbing letter he received… from his wife, who is no longer alive.
Many gamers are starting to feel tired of the yearly Call of Duty releases, but Black Ops 7 is trying something new to keep players engaged. It features modes and gameplay types never before seen in the series, like ‘Endgame’ – a large-scale, cooperative mode where up to 32 players can team up or play alone in an open world.
BioWare recently shared an update about the future of Mass Effect, though details on the next game are still scarce. The update focused on the long-awaited Mass Effect TV series coming to Amazon.
The series will be set *after* the events of the original Mass Effect trilogy and won’t retell Commander Shepard’s story – a decision I agree with, as trying to match the game’s choices in a TV show would be a mistake. It’s a similar approach to Amazon’s Fallout series, which takes place years after Fallout 4.
Interestingly, BioWare hid a secret message within their blog post! Italicized letters throughout the text spell out “URL KROGAN.” This, combined with a clue on X (formerly Twitter), led fans to discover new artwork depicting a civil war among the Krogan – a race that happens to be my favorite in the Mass Effect universe, so I’m very excited to see where this goes.
While I appreciate BioWare’s efforts, I can’t help but feel a little anxious about the future. I’m hoping for the best and wish the team success in the years ahead.
I’ve noticed a cool new armor set in the Operation Pass called Serpin. It’s clearly inspired by the armor worn by the Honor Guard Elites from Halo 2. Apparently, within the Halo universe, this armor is actually given to Spartans by Thel ‘Vadam, the former Arbiter, as a reward for fighting alongside the Swords of Sanghelios.
Along with the new armor, they’re giving us a boost – double Career Rank and Spartan Points! That’ll make unlocking new stuff in the Exchange much faster.
And speaking of the Exchange, they’re adding over 200 new customization options, including more armor pieces. That’s on top of the Fireteam Osiris-themed sets they just added from Halo 5: Guardians, so there’s a lot to collect!
According to Microsoft’s announcement, the 26H1 update isn’t a major feature release for those using version 25H2. It only contains technical changes to work with certain computer processors and doesn’t require any action from users.