Windows Central May 23

I tried GameSir's revolutionary new game controller and it's the most mind-blowing thing I've used in years

I finally got my hands on GameSir's Swift Drive prototype, and it's beyond any of my expectations. This is a truly game-changing product.

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Windows Central May 23

"I wish these huge corporations would stop ruining things people love" — Destiny 2 fans rally with petition and call for everyone to log on June 9

Destiny 2 fans fight ending updates with a massive Change.org petition and a June 9 global log-in protest.

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Windows Central May 23

"AI definitely has a place in gaming": I asked readers about the future of gaming AI, and I wasn't expecting these answers

AI fatigue is already a real thing, but I can't help but assume that its implementation in gaming is only getting started. I asked our readers what they thin...

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Windows Central May 23

I tested Windows 11’s return of taskbar positioning and resizing, and it’s not the classic Windows 10 experience

Microsoft brings back Taskbar positioning and smaller Taskbar options on Windows 11, though some Windows 10 features remain missing.

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Windows Central May 23

Why the Dell Inspiron stands out as a solid mid‑tier Windows laptop with surprisingly sharp 2K display quality

Dell is offering discounts on the Dell 16 Plus laptop and several of its configurations. If you're looking for a mid-range that can help you beat schoolwork ...

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Windows Central May 23

I bought Valve's new Steam Controller with my own money for a solid week of PC gaming — and you only need to know about one genuine downside

Valve takes another shot at a PC gaming controller that tempts players away from their consoles, and it convinced me to buy. So, was it worth the asking price?

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Windows Central May 22

"Congrats to the owners of a brand new $6k paperweight": Valorant dev Riot makes players think Vanguard anti-cheat will brick their PCs, causing uproar — here's what's really happening

A new controversial post from Valorant studio Riot Games has sparked an uproar in the game's community, fueling a misunderstanding about its anti-cheat.

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Windows Central May 22

Configure Windows 11 Pro for hybrid teams: remote desktop, dynamic lock, and policies

Configure Windows 11 Pro for hybrid teams using Remote Desktop, Dynamic Lock, and Group Policy to improve security and remote productivity.

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Windows Central May 22

"I regard it as a great missed opportunity": Former DOOM dev reveals new details about Xbox's canceled Halo 'Titan' MMO that never saw the light of day

Ex-DOOM and Ensemble Studios dev Sandy Petersen has revealed new details about Microsoft's dead Halo MMO that was canceled 20 years ago.

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Windows Central May 22

Celebrating the community: Introducing Windows Central REPLAY, a new way to win prizes and share your wildest gaming moments

Making gaming fun again—one clip at a time, and you're the star.

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Windows Central May 22

Windows 11 tests new accessibility upgrades including screen tint and improved Braille support

Windows 11 is testing several new accessibility features through the Insider Program, including improved support for Braille displays, a new screen tint opti...

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Windows Central May 22

Flashback: The 2016 Chrome and Android‑apps story that predicted today’s Googlebooks moment

A 2016 warning about Android apps on Chrome feels newly relevant as Googlebooks pushes Android PCs into the agentic era and challenges Microsoft again.

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