Microsoft had ambitious plans with the Xbox Series S—offering a lower-cost, digital-only console to make gaming more accessible across platforms. At first glance, this seemed like a smart move. A budget-friendly alternative with modest hardware specs aimed to capture a casual audience, perhaps even rivaling the Nintendo Switch in its convenience and affordability.In practice, however, the...

As 2024 draws to a close, it's time to reflect on what has been a rather strange year for Xbox fans. Some of Microsoft's recent acquisitions have finally begun to bear fruit, such as Bethesda with Indiana Jones and Activision with Black Ops 6, but it's hard to overlook the mixed messages and oddities that have come with them. Ultimately, while Microsoft has released some great titles this year,...

Fortnite’s new season is finally here, kicking off with the launch of Chapter 6, Season 1: Hunters! This fresh content drop brings exciting new features, including a revamped map, an incredible battle pass, and some iconic movie characters making their debut in the game.With a Japan-inspired theme and fan-favorite characters like Godzilla and Baymax from Big Hero 6, the upcoming season is...