Samuel Tolbert
Samuel Tolbert is a freelance writer covering gaming news, previews, reviews, interviews and different aspects of the gaming industry, specifically focusing on Xbox and PC gaming on Windows Central. You can find him on Twitter @SamuelTolbert.
Latest articles by Samuel Tolbert
Microsoft Gaming's Blizzard Entertainment games are coming back to China thanks to a new deal with NetEase, while also 'exploring ways to bring more new titles to Xbox'
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Blizzard's back Microsoft Gaming and Blizzard Entertainment reach a new deal with NetEase to bring Blizzard games back to China, while "exploring ways to bring more new titles to Xbox."
Star Wars Outlaws story trailer shows crime in the Outer Rim, while the game is coming to Xbox and Windows PC in August 2024
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Outlaws A new story trailer for Star Wars Outlaws reveals some of the threats facing protagonist Kay Vess, as well as confirming the game's August 2024 release date.
Total War: Warhammer 3 Thrones of Decay DLC finally gives the Dwarfs a flying Thunderbarge gunship and more
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DWARF GUNSHIP Total War: Warhammer 3 Thrones of Decay DLC is finally bringing the Thunderbarge for the Dwarfs, a dragon for the Empire, and more.
I discovered Daedric mysteries and strange recollections in my The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road hands-on preview
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Preview The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road offers a plethora of new quests to explore and mysteries to unravel. Here's my preview.
Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 runs at 30 FPS on Xbox Series X|S consoles
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30 FPS Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 runs at 30 FPS on Xbox Series X|S consoles, per developer Ninja Theory.
Eternal Strands is a new game from former BioWare and Ubisoft devs, and it's coming to Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC in 2025
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🧗 Yellow Brick Games, a team led by developers from BioWare and Ubisoft, introduces a new game called Eternal Strands, which is coming to Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC.
Harold Halibut, LEGO 2K Drive, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, and more join Xbox Game Pass
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Games! Harold Halibut, LEGO 2K Drive, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, and more come to Xbox Game Pass in the first half of April 2024.
Hollow Knight: Silksong FAQ — Xbox Game Pass, trailers, and everything you need to know
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FAQ Hollow Knight: Silksong is one of the most anticipated games in the world. Here's the answers to some commonly asked questions and everything you need to know.
Embracer Group sells Borderlands developer Gearbox to Take-Two Interactive for $460 million, lays off publishing staff
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💸💸 Embracer Group continues its meltdown, selling Borderlands developer Gearbox to Take-Two Interactive for $460 million.
Rumor: A white digital Xbox Series X has leaked
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🧂 Images of a white digital Xbox Series X have leaked, indicating a refreshed version of the console might be on the way.
Homeworld 3 is getting some changes in response to player feedback
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🔧 Homeworld 3 is being shaped by player feedback, with some changes to the upcoming game including a scalable HUD, increased ship health, and more.
NetEase Games reveals free-to-play team shooter Marvel Rivals for Windows PC — and you'll have a chance to try it soon
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6v6 Marvel Rivals is an upcoming free-to-play team shooter from NetEase Games, pitting heroes and villains like Spider-Man and Loki against each other.
Halo TV series Season 2, Episode 8 review: Action and horror unleashed
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Review Halo, the finale of Halo The Series Season 2, is an action-packed episode that brings horror to the show. Here's my review.
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer wants PC gaming stores on Xbox
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PC❤️Xbox In an interview, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer that he'd like to see PC gaming stores on Xbox consoles.
Fallout 76 Atlantic City - America’s Playground arrives on Xbox and Windows PC
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Atlantic City Fallout 76's latest adventure, America's Playground, introduces new quests, threats, and rewards in Atlantic City.
Expand your Steam Deck storage with a 1.5TB microSD Card at a price so low, you HAVE to grab it
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DEAL Grab the SanDisk 1.5TB Ultra microSD card at 41% off and make space for more games on your Steam Deck.
As The Elder Scrolls turns 30, Bethesda comments on The Elder Scrolls 6, 'returning to Tamriel and playing early builds has filled us with the same joy'
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⚔️ With the 30th anniversary of The Elder Scrolls franchise, Bethesda comments on a bit on the future with The Elder Scrolls 6.
Dragon's Dogma 2 Warrior guide: How to unlock, tips, tricks, and skill list
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Warrior The Warrior Vocation provides physical prowess in Dragon's Dogma 2. Here's everything you need to know about using it.
Dragon's Dogma 2 guide: Where to find the Greatsword and Archistaff and unlock the Sorcerer and Warrior vocations
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⚔️🧙 To use the Warrior and Sorcerer Vocations in Dragon's Dogma 2, you'll need to grab a Greatsword and Archistaff, respectively. Here's where you can find them.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Fighter guide, tips, tricks, and skill list
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Fighter The Fighter Vocation in Dragon's Dogma 2 means tackling opponents with a sword and shield. Here's everything you need to know about it.
Helldivers 2 was the best-selling game of February 2024 in the US, per Circana
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💸 Helldivers 2 is the best-selling game of February 2024 in the U.S, according to the latest Circana report.
Make room for Dragon's Dogma 2 with this discounted Xbox Series X|S SSD
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DEAL The WD_Black Xbox Series X|S Expansion Card is $20 off right now, so you can save money and get more space for games like Dragon's Dogma 2 on your console.
Sea of Thieves is getting new weapons, a grapple gun, owls, and more throughout 2024
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🦉 Sea of Thieves is getting a number of new weapons and features, with a grapple gun, a new pistol, and more coming in 2024.