One of the best dungeon crawling and shopkeeping simulators I’ve ever played is getting a sequel in 2025

As an analyst, I was quick to spot the announcement during today’s PC Gaming Showcase Most Wanted – a sequel to the captivating blend of RPG, shopkeeping simulator, and dungeon crawler from 2018, Moonlighter, is in the works. The creators, 11 bit studios (Poland) and Digital Sun (Spain), unveiled Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, slated for release in 2025 on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation 5 platforms.

Tis the season to get your fill of new indies as the Xbox Indie Winter Game Fest demo event returns with 35 new games to try

Outside, the chill of winter is biting, with icy winds whipping snowflakes every which way. It’s a splendid moment to unwind indoors, perhaps indulge in an engrossing game. Winter typically doesn’t boast a crowded gaming release calendar, but February seems to be an exception, flooded with new releases. If you’re seeking fresh gaming experiences this winter, the Xbox Indie Winter Game Fest demo event is the place to explore.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 missed an obvious ‘Copilot’ opportunity to replace its robotic voices with my favorite AI assistant

Microsoft’s Copilot is integrated into many of the company’s products, including the sidebar of its Edge web browser, which I find myself using often. Although it functions as a standard AI assistant for most text-based inquiries, it also has a conversational aspect and can be interacted with verbally using any device equipped with a microphone, similar to its mobile app. Initially, Copilot was slightly slower than OpenAI’s paid and conversation-focused ChatGPT Plus, but Microsoft Copilot is free for desktop use and delivers responses that sound quite genuine.

Microsoft previews Copilot feature that watches what you’re looking at on the internet

Previously, Microsoft unveiled an upcoming feature for Copilot named Copilot Vision, enabling it to surf the web concurrently with you, observing all your actions and providing comments or assistance with internet content. As of today, this feature, which is still in a trial phase, can be tested out; however, it’s important to note that it requires payment to access.

EA announces it will patent 23 accessibility technologies that will be available to developers royalty-free “to reduce or eliminate as many barriers to access as possible and empower our gamers”

Following the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, certain video game companies have given insights into their recent initiatives aimed at dismantling obstacles and making gaming a more welcoming and accessible experience for all. Specifically, Xbox has reiterated its dedication by unveiling new accessibility features and emphasizing games that have seen enhancements in this area. Meanwhile, Electronic Arts (EA) is now joining the movement by disclosing they are adding 23 new patents to their Patent Pledge – a commitment to improving gaming opportunities for an expanded player base.