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Minecraft Java is getting a new graphics API for its Vibrant Visuals update
13+ min ago (536+ words) The original PC version of Minecraft will switch from OpenGL to Vulkan, with testing planned in 2026. Minecraft developer Mojang Studios first brought the highly anticipated Vibrant Visuals update to the Bedrock Edition (Xbox, PC, PS5, Switch) of its sandbox survival game…...
I love Turtle Beach's efforts with its new VelocityOne Race KD3 wheel
1+ hour, 24+ min ago (1514+ words) The Turtle Beach VelocityOne KD3 Wheel and Pedal system is a perfect mid-range entry point for racing fans on Xbox. While some other options might be better suited to those looking for only a Windows PC experience, Turtle Beach is quickly…...
This Xbox user ran Mario Kart at 4K60 and dared Nintendo to stop them
4+ hour, 10+ min ago (484+ words) Viral clips show Mario Kart Wii and Liberty City Stories at 4K60 on Xbox Series X, showcasing a feature many may not have know about the Xbox Series consoles. Whether it was done to directly annoy Nintendo or simply bait haters,…...
I’m at the top of the leaderboards with this $30 controller
4+ hour, 36+ min ago (535+ words) The GameSir Super Nova hits a new all-time low at Best Buy, offering high-end features and a charging dock for the price of a budget gamepad. It's not often a deal genuinely makes me do a double take. I've covered…...
Here's how two of the lightest laptops launching in 2026 compare
7+ hour, 26+ min ago (1343+ words) Here's how the new Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition and ASUS Zenbook A14 for 2026 compare. Lenovo and ASUS both unveiled new featherlight 14-inch laptops at CES 2026, and they're both expected to launch in Q2 this year. The ASUS Zenbook A14, now in…...
Don't buy a laptop for your home office when this mini PC is just as good
11+ hour, 21+ min ago (492+ words) Geekom's IT13 mini Windows PC is perfect if you need a reliable desktop with solid performance and a compact design. When it comes to mini PCs, many of us at Windows Central often turn to Geekom, as they have regularly produced…...
Xbox Ally X is rising in price, yet Xbox Ally stays discounted
1+ day, 23+ min ago (659+ words) The Xbox Ally is a powerful gaming handheld with performance rates and resolutions equal to those of the vaunted Steam Deck, and it's enjoying an 18% discount across various retailers. The ongoing RAM Crisis is quickening its toll on the games…...
The console vs PC split is dumb, and I hope Xbox is about to prove it
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (742+ words) The problem isn't consoles. It's the pointless divide that holds everyone back. I cannot wait for gaming consoles to die, sorry, Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. To be clear, I don't mean the idea of console gaming, but the hardware…...
Valve is finally bringing technical context to Steam reviews
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (132+ words) Sean Endicott is a news writer and apps editor for Windows Central with 11+ years of experience. A Nottingham Trent journalism graduate, Sean has covered the industry's arc from the Lumia era to the launch of Windows 11 and generative AI. Having…...
Western Digital is running dry on SSDs and HDDs as AI gets first dibs
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (504+ words) AI infrastructure demand is reshaping the storage market, as Western Digital confirms firm orders through 2026 and long-term agreements stretching into 2028. It feels like blow after blow for consumers lately. Valve has already confirmed Steam Deck stock issues due to rising…...