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STALKER 2 reviews and Metacritic score roundup: Does GSC's open-world sequel live up to the hype?

GSC Game World's long-awaited open-world FPS STALKER 2 is here at long last, but is it actually good? Here's what reviewers are saying.

Windows Central

STALKER 2 is hardly a perfect game, but The Zone still captivates me like no other open world can

At long last, STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl has finally come to Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC. But does it live up to the hype? Here's our review.

Windows Central

Bethesda's Starfield crosses a new milestone, while the Xbox RPG gets a new feature players have been asking for

A new update for Bethesda's Starfield means certain Creations no longer have to disable Achievements on Xbox and PC.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launch gets stranded on the runway (Updated)

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 officially launched today, but it's basically been a complete bust trying to play or even get into the game so far. Loading queues and interminable loading screens are all we've seen so far.

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One of the most underrated classic Assassin's Creed games randomly got a 60 FPS update on Xbox Series X|S

Assassin's Creed Syndicate is now 60 FPS on Xbox Series X|S and PS5 thanks to a free update from Ubisoft.

Windows Central

Alan Wake 2 developer Remedy Entertainment is making a big change with one of its next games

Remedy Entertainment's upcoming Control 2 will be an action-RPG, while Alan Wake 2 is closing in on two million copies sold.

Windows Central

Microsoft Support responds to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 players stuck with 'loading unusually long' bugs on launch day

Comments from players around social media lament the same problems with loading into Microsoft's simulation game as progress bars halt at 97%.

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Xbox Game Pass gets the most eagerly-anticipated RPG even a war couldn't stop

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 has taken more than a decade to arrive, but it's finally hitting Game Pass.

Xbox Game Pass gets STALKER 2 and a tactical alien adventure, while Standard subscribers get one of the year's best indie games

Several more games are coming to various tiers of Xbox Game Pass in the weeks ahead, including STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl.

Windows Central

When does the Xbox Black Friday sale start?

Xbox's Black Friday sale is live now, so don't miss out on these impressive deals.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 CEO on how the team achieves "about 4,000 times" more detail than its predecessor

We discuss all things Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 with Asobo Studio CEO Sebastian Wloch.

TechRadar

Assassin’s Creed Syndicate has received a 60fps patch for PS5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S, but not a native version

The Assassin’s Creed Syndicate 60fps console patch drops today.

TechRadar

Here's the exact time you can play Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 as launch day arrives

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, the globetrotting hit from Asobo Studio, is about to land on Xbox and PC, and this is exactly when you can play it.

Windows Central

One of the best DLC expansions ever earned the Game Awards' highest nomination, but did Elden Ring already have its time in the spotlight?

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree has been nominated for Game of the Year at the Game Awards 2024, causing fierce debate about whether or not it belongs.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 was infamously snubbed and mocked at The Game Awards 2023, but Black Ops 6 might set the record straight in 2024

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 was infamously snubbed and mocked at The Game Awards last year, but Black Ops 6 has redeemed the franchise by racking up 4 nominations for this year's show.

PC Gamer

After dominating The Game Awards in 2023, Baldur's Gate 3 is in the running for even more gold in 2024

Astro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth lead The Game Awards 2024 nominations, but Larian's magnum opus is still in the fight.

Windows Central

Xbox grabs 12 nominations at The Game Awards 2024 — but PlayStation dominates Game of the Year

The nominations for The Game Awards 2024 are live, with the Xbox first-party group snagging 12 nominations in total.

Windows Central

"This is an Xbox for your lap." Why Microsoft's new ad campaign for Xbox doesn't always make sense.

Microsoft's "This is an Xbox" ad campaign has divided Xbox fans once again. While it's clear what Xbox is going for here, they're at least 2-3 years too early to make the claim that my Samsung Smart Fridge is "now an Xbox."

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Here's the exact release time you can play STALKER 2 on launch day this week

After years of delays, STALKER 2 is finally almost here. But when can you play? Here's what GSC Game World says.

Windows Central

Microsoft's "biggest" game has the worst pre-install offering I've seen — gamers won't escape these gigantic day-one downloads

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is available for early installs on PC and Xbox Series X|S consoles before release, but the reported storage size doesn't make any sense.

Windows Central

Xbox gamers can pre-install the long-anticipated port of HoYoverse's immensely popular 'gacha' RPG before it launches

HoYoverse's long-running free-to-play action RPG, Genshin Impact, is available to download for Xbox before it launches in a few days.

The best Black Friday games and console deals –live coverage of the best gaming offers

Whether PlayStation, Xbox or Switch, T3's tech experts are on the pulse in gathering together the best games and consoles deals this Black Friday

Windows Central

My current controller proves you don't have to pay $200 to get the best Xbox and PC controller... As long as you don't mind a wire

The Razer Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition is the wired variant of the V3 Pro, and it's still an excellent controller with an attractive price.

Windows Central

The First Descendant Season 2 brings new heroes, holiday skins, and an epic new feature players have been asking for

The First Descendant Season 2 is introducing new characters, a dog companion, festive skins, and new customization features.

GamesRadar

In an expansion-heavy time for Xbox, Phil Spencer says he doesn't like "expansions that are manipulative" – "I don't want it to be, like, the third level that you cut"

"Not every game will do expansions"

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