More Gaming Consoles - Page 18
Microsoft introduces Arena, a custom tournament creator for Xbox One and PC
Arena brings esports to Microsoft platforms.
By Kellen Beck
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Twitch should be worried about Game Broadcasting for Windows 10
Microsoft's new, built-in streaming service comes with a lot of advantages.
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The coolest transformations of Nintendo's beautiful Switch in GIFs
Nintendo is changing the game.
By Adam Rosenberg and Nicole Gallucci
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PlayStation VR is a good headset built on a crumbling foundation
The various bits and pieces required to make PSVR work are outdated and unreliable.
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PlayStation 4's latest update adds HDR support, interface improvements
The HDR support is cool but currently useless.
![PlayStation 4's latest update adds HDR support, interface improvements](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/0192KSOWWTvHaN2FL7vOXjb/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611612309.jpg)
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PlayStation Now game streaming is coming to PC
It's launching in parts of Europe on Aug. 24 with the U.S. coming "shortly thereafter."
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Redesigned 'slim' PlayStation 4 is real, confirmed in video
You might want to hold off buying a PS4 until Sept. 7.
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Xbox One summer update adds Cortana, music and more
It also prepares the console for new features coming in the Windows 10 Anniversary update.
![Xbox One summer update adds Cortana, music and more](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02FN5XDrzqzT4omE5jCkKHd/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614265685.jpg)
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Official 'Gears of War 4' Xbox One S forged by monster claws and fire
It's shipping this fall and includes a copy of 'Gears of War 4' as well as early access to the game.
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Covet this 'Game of Thrones' Xbox One that you'll never, ever own
The 'Game of Thrones'-themed console is a contest prize connected to the Xbox France social media channels.
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You'll soon be able to try PlayStation VR at Best Buy and Gamestop
PlayStation VR is coming to 300 Best Buy and Gamestop locations around the country by June 24.
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A clearer look at how the Xbox One S steps up your gaming
Xbox boss Phil Spencer explains the benefits of HDR support and other new features on Xbox One S.
![A clearer look at how the Xbox One S steps up your gaming](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03YgH5GU40ck79cPiTdqfGb/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611610079.jpg)
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Watch the best of Xbox's E3 press conference in 2 minutes
Watch the best moments of the Xbox E3 2016 showcase.
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Xbox sees 'Minecraft' players connecting on all platforms in the future
Xbox boss Phil Spencer wants to see players on all platforms sharing and building together in 'Minecraft' worlds.
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Xbox's 'Project Scorpio' promises 4K gaming and virtual reality play
Project Scorpio is just a working title; the console won't be out until holiday 2017.
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Xbox One S, with a thinner form factor, confirmed at E3
The Xbox One S will be available starting in August.
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4K PlayStation 4 does exist, but it won't be at E3
Playstation Neo is real, but we won't get a glimpse of it next week.
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'XCOM 2' is coming to PS4 and Xbox One this fall
2K Games finally confirms what console fans have been hoping for since 'XCOM 2' arrived for PC in February.
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Will PlayStation and Xbox follow mobile's lead with regular upgrade plans?
If new consoles are released every year or two, as rumors suggest, we might start seeing smartphone-style upgrade plans.
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Rumored 'Scorpio' Xbox improves graphics and adds VR support
The report sounds similar to another recent rumor that pointed to a 4K-capable PlayStation 4.
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Oculus VR faces a consumer revolt as the Rift heads to retail
The Oculus community is in an uproar over the company's plans for a retail release while months-old pre-orders remain unfulfilled.
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Say goodbye to Xbox 360 as Microsoft ceases production
After 10 successful years, Microsoft says goodbye to the beloved gaming console.
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4 questions about the rumored 'PlayStation 4.5' you should be asking
It seems certain that a PS4 upgrade of some sort is coming. Here's what you should listen for from Sony.
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Oculus early adopters furious when orders get delayed for months
Future Oculus Rift owners are not happy about major delays to their pre-orders, and Oculus is staying quiet.
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