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$30 a month for Ultimate — I don’t think Game Pass is worth it anymore

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate has jumped to $30 a month, and for the first time, the subscription doesn’t feel worth it to me. While Microsoft has added perks like Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics, and improved cloud streaming, these extras don’t align with what I actually value.

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After price change, Xbox Game Pass users are canceling subscriptions so fast that Microsoft's website is struggling to keep up — and I don't blame them

Microsoft has majorly revamped Xbox Game Pass with new tiers, new features, and a big price hike for Ultimate — and the latter has angered many fans.

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Are SanDisk’s new SSDs and SD cards worth it for the Xbox Ally X?

Sandisk announces internal and external storage expansion with guaranteed compatibility, but long-term pricing and availability will factor into their appeal.

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The Xbox Ally X is a bargain, actually — ASUS and Microsoft's gaming handheld is a better deal than Steam's most popular desktop PC

The Xbox Ally X is a promising collab between ASUS ROG and Microsoft, priced at a surprisingly reasonable £799.99 in the UK. Here's why I'll ditch my Steam Deck for this premium handheld.

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This hall effect gaming keyboard is so fast it should be illegal

Syntech makes VR accessories, and the Chinese brand is now venturing into mechanical keyboards. The Chronos 68 uses the latest hall-effect switches and may just be one of the fastest around.

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Sony's latest PS5 revision in Europe doesn't follow Microsoft's Xbox price hike — but it's further proof consoles are worse value than ever

Sony has changed its value proposition for the PS5 in some markets, following on from Microsoft's Xbox price increase. It still costs the same, but you get less for your money.

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Hogwarts Legacy magically finds Xbox Play Anywhere support — right in time for the Xbox Ally launch

Get ready to dive back into the wizarding world on Windows PC.

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I used this 240Hz OLED gaming monitor, and it offers unbeatable value — you even get an LG WOLED panel

KTC's G27P6S is a 240Hz OLED gaming monitor with a difference. It uses the same LG WOLED panel as most monitors in this category, but coming in at just $499, it is an unbeatable value.

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It's the first time I've ever missed a Minecraft Live — but I still caught all the best Minecraft announcements

I was traveling for business during Minecraft Live (Sept. 2025), but I've still compiled all the best announcements from the event, and my thoughts on them.

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Actual ports and NVIDIA GPUs make this laptop the practical Dell XPS and MacBook Pro alternative

I've been testing the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 (Gen 10) Aura Edition, a high-end 16-inch AI PC with all the power and ports you need to get the job done fast.

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This short, beautiful indie game saved me from a rather dreadful day, and it's on Xbox Game Pass

I recently finished Herdling, a beautiful and relaxing indie game available through Xbox Game Pass. It's a short adventure, but one well worth taking.

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You can get free Super Saiyan Hair in Minecraft for a limited time — I didn't see this Dragon Ball Z collab coming

Minecraft is doing an upcoming partnership with Dragon Ball Z, and you can get some free Super Saiyan hair for a limited time.

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I've found my new favorite gaming headset — between excellent audio, a clear mic, and a control accessory, my needs are better met than ever before

The HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless headset comes with an RGB Base Station for better control. It's a great choice for gamers and audiophiles. Our review.

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The truth lies — test your Call of Duty: Black Ops knowledge with this quiz ahead of COD Next

The Black Ops series is no stranger to plot twists. Take our quiz to find out if you can tell Black Ops fact from fiction before Call of Duty NEXT and the Black Ops 7 open beta.

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AI bust — Intel plans to hike 13th Gen CPU prices years after launch as interest for new Core Ultra chips fails to ignite

Are 13th Gen Core i CPUs too good a deal? Intel seems to think so, as reports suggest that a 10% or higher price hike is headed to certain hardware. Here's what you need to know.

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I caved and purchased the Xbox ROG Ally X — sunsetting my Steam Deck for good

I caved and bought the Xbox ROG Ally X to replace my Steam Deck. Here's hoping I don't live to regret it.

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ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X preorders are live — price and specs completely revealed for these upcoming handheld gaming PCs

Preorder are open! The ROG Xbox Ally sells for $599.99 and the Xbox Ally X sells for $999.99. Here's everything you need to know about these handheld gaming PC.

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Windows 10's year of free updates now comes with no strings attached - but only some people will qualify

Don't want to sync your PC settings to get free updates for Windows 10 next year? Here's some good news - but only for those in Europe.

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I absolutely adore Hades 2, and this epic from Supergiant Games lives up to my wildest expectations

Hades 2 is a phenomenal experience, weaving roguelike action and storytelling together with mastery.

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How to watch PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct — PC Gamer's digital 2025 showcase

PC Gamers' Midas and Elle Osili Wood are hosting PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct 2025. Here's where to tune in and watch the show.

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Microsoft is sending another Xbox game to PlayStation consoles

We have more live service titles swapping platforms as another takes flight for Sony platforms.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite vs. X Elite: How do the new ARM64 chips compare to the old?

Qualcomm's second-gen Snapdragon X2 Elite chips are here to power PCs, and they're a big leap forward compared to the first-gen X Elite. Just how big? Let's find out.

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Borderlands 4 is doing what every PvE game should do — buffs before nerfs

Gearbox is focusing on underwhelming items and skills before any nerfs come to the game.

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Xbox listings vanish from Costco in the US and the UK — before Microsoft's price hikes

As the new price hikes approach, the Xbox console has disappeared from the popular online retailers' storefront.

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I tried the world's first 'dynamic ergonomic' office chair with a special spinal stretching and massage mode

The self-proclaimed world's first "dynamic ergonomic" chair is here, and it is a sight to behold. It has a built-in electronic motor that makes adjusting the chair quick and easy, along with a spinal stretching massage feature that will really come in handy if you suffer from lower back pain.

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