Alexander Cope
Alexander Cope is a gaming veteran of 30-plus years, primarily covering PC and Xbox games here on Windows Central. Gaming since the 8-bit era, Alexander's expertise revolves around gaming guides and news, with a particular focus on Japanese titles from the likes of Elden Ring to Final Fantasy. Alexander is always on deck to help our readers conquer the industry's most difficult games — when he can pry himself away from Monster Hunter that is!
Latest articles by Alexander Cope
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader sells over a million copies
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, the critically acclaimed CRPG adaptation of the Warhammer 40K franchise, has sold over 1,000,000 copies across the globe.
My favorite tenkeyless keyboard just got its $149.99 MSRP cut by $60
By Alexander Cope published
Deals Razer's critically acclaimed Huntsman V2 tenkeyless keyboard has gone on sale at Best Buy for less than $90.
The Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma is 53% off at Amazon
By Alexander Cope published
Deals Amazon is hosting a tremendous discount for the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma wired controller for 53% off its MSRP.
Team Cherry insists Hollow Knight: Silksong is in still in development
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming The developers of the long-awaited Metroidvania title: Hollow Knight: Silksong, have announced on social media that the game is still in development and will be released soon.
Gravios makes its grand return in Monster Hunter Wilds
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming IGN has revealed that Gravios, an old-school monster that's been a part of the Monster Hunter series since its inception, will be returning in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth gets Steam Deck Verification
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Square Enix reveals that the PC port of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will be Steam Deck Verified by demonstrating on a Chocobo-themed Steam Deck.
Our top 8 Pokémon-like alternatives on PC
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming If you’re a Pokémon fan looking for a fresh take on the monster-catcher genre or want to play Pokémon on PC, here are the 8 best Pokemon-like PC titles.
Everything we know (so far) about WWE 2K25
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming On the night of Monday Night RAW’s debut on Netflix, WWE announced a new entry in the WWE 2K series – WWE 2K25. Here’s everything we know about the game so far.
Upcoming Xbox games: Best new Xbox Series X|S games for 2025, and beyond
By Alexander Cope last updated
Gaming What's coming to Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One in the future? Here are the biggest and brightest games we're looking forward to.
Upcoming PC games 2025: Best new titles coming to Steam and your Windows PC
By Alexander Cope last updated
For PC gamers This is going to be a great year for PC gamers as several huge titles are set to release in 2024. Here are the ones to get the most excited about.
Square Enix details how Windows PC will be the best place to play 'Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth'
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming The PC port for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has received a new trailer showcasing its graphical improvements, controller combabilities, and other exclusive features.
Capcom announces a 2nd Open Beta Test for Monster Hunter Wilds
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Monster Hunter Wilds is receiving another Open Beta Test a few weeks before its launch in February along with another returning monster, Gypceros.
Complete Xbox Game List complete list for Xbox, PC, and xCloud
By Alexander Cope last updated
ALL the games Do you need to know which games are available on Xbox Game Pass? Check out our list of Xbox Game Pass games and Xbox Perks currently on offer through Xbox consoles, PC, and xCloud.
Get a sneak peak at the newly announced upcoming wrestling title, WWE 2K25
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Over the course of Monday Night RAW's Netflix debut, WWE provided the world with a small preview of the next entry in the long-running WWE 2K wrestling game franchise - WWE 2K25.
Hyperkin unveils Xbox controller inspired by the PS5 DualSense gamepad
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Hyperkin has announced that it is making a brand new 'Competitor' Xbox controller. It will feature a button layout similar to PS5 DualSense gamepad, Hall Effect joysticks and triggers, and more.
Microsoft reveals new 'Rewards with Xbox' update
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Microsoft has revealed that it has updated its 'Rewards with Xbox' program to include more ways of earning Microsoft Points and making it available for PC Game Pass.
Square Enix admits Final Fantasy VII Rebirth cannot remain as a console exclusive
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Square Enix admits Final Fantasy VII can't be exclusive to one console anymore if it wishes to find worldwide success. Could this mean an Xbox port is in the works?
Monster Hunter Wilds pre-order guide
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Monster Hunter Wilds is nearly here and preorders have gone live for. Here's every edition of the game available to pre-order so you can decide which one to buy.
Is Monster Hunter Wilds coming to Xbox Game Pass?
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Monster Hunter Wilds will soon stampede onto Xbox but will it come to Xbox Game Pass? Here's what you need to know.
The director of Metaphor: ReFantazio hopes to turn it into Atlus' third flagship franchise
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming During an interview with Weekly Famitsu, the director of Atlus' recent JRPG smash hit, Metaphor: ReFantazio, shares his wishes on turning it into a long-running franchise.
Monster Hunter Wilds gets improved framerates, graphics, and gameplay changes
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming Capcom has a hosted Community Update video on gameplay and graphical improvements coming to Monster Hunter Wilds at launch day.
Stalker 2 gets a tidal wave of bug fixes in the new 1.1 Patch
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming GSC continues to refine the quality of Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl with a new 1.1 Patch update, which features bug fixes, gameplay improvements, and more.
Ranking the top 10 dormant Capcom game franchises that need to be revived
By Alexander Cope published
Gaming With the revival of Okami and Onimusha, it's time for Capcom’s other classic franchises to make a well-deserved comeback.
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