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
Monster Hunter Wilds PC requirements - Can your PC handle Capcom's next blockbuster hunting adventure?
By Alexander Cope published
Let's get hunting Capcom has released the PC spec requirements for its upcoming blockbuster title, Monster Hunter Wilds. Read on to learn what your PC rig needs to run this 'monster' of an action-hunting game.
Monster Hunter Wilds full monster list: Every beast revealed thus far
By Alexander Cope last updated
Wild monster list Witness all the fearsome beasties you will face in Monster Hunter Wilds our comprehensive bestiary
Like A Dragon's fan-favorite maniac, Goro Majima finally gets his own standalone game by becoming a pirate in Hawaii!?
By Alexander Cope published
Yakuza pirates!? Tear up the Seven Seas and search for lost memories and buried treasure in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii!
My all-time favorite Xbox controller is on sale with a massive discount before Black Friday even has a chance to start
By Alexander Cope published
Deal Amazon offers a massive 33% discount for the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma, my favorite wired gaming controller compatible with consoles and PC.
Blizzard reveals gameplay details and exciting classic rewards for World of Warcraft's 20th anniversary event
By Alexander Cope published
WoW 20th anniversary Iconic armor sets reimagined, a classic dungeon revamped as a Raid, fun events with nostalgic cosmetic rewards, and more await in World of Warcraft's 20th Anniversary Event.
The first gameplay trailer for a long-missing JRPG series hitting Xbox has just landed
By Alexander Cope published
Atelier coming to Xbox Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land, the latest entry in the Atelier JRPG franchise, has just received a new trailer showcasing the title's gameplay and story.
How to farm Valorstones fast in World of Warcraft: The War Within
By Alexander Cope published
Valorstone farming Stockpile Valorstones to upgrade your gear in time for World of Warcraft: The War Within Season 1 using this unorthodox yet surprisingly effective farming method
The director of Final Fantasy 14, Naoki Yoshida, declares, "We would like to release more Square Enix games on Xbox, and there WILL be more of our titles released on Xbox"
By Alexander Cope published
More Square Enix Xbox JRPGs With Final Fantasy 14's strong reception on Xbox, Square Enix sees this as a sign that it will bring more of its titles to the platform.
The release date for the upcoming remasters of two classic JRPGs from the 1990s has been revealed
By Alexander Cope published
Suikoden returns During Nintendo's August Nintendo Direct event, Konami dropped a trailer for the upcoming HD remasters of the first two Suikoden games along with a release date announcement.
Grab some of the best Batman games ever made for less than $6 on PC with this steal of a deal
By Alexander Cope published
Deals Batman: Arkham Collection is a compilation of the critically acclaimed Batman Arkham games made by Rocksteady Studios and CD Keys is selling it for a gigantic discount.
Monster Hunter Wilds weapons guide: A list for every weapon type and every new move and improvement (so far)
By Alexander Cope last updated
MHWilds Weapon list Learn which weapon is right for you with our detailed primer on every weapon type for Monster Hunter Wilds
I just got ROASTED by World of Warcraft: The War Within's main villain through this special event
By Alexander Cope published
WoW Story Tool Celebrate your greatest achievements (and embarrassing failures) with World of Warcraft's Story Tool
Monster Hunter Wilds' *WILD* new gameplay trailer reveals a range of new monsters
By Alexander Cope published
MHWilds Gamescom trailer Capcom debuts a new trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds at Gamescom 2024 along with announcing two new monsters to hunt and NPC Support Hunters for solo players.
'Crimson Desert' boss battle Gamescom trailer is giving Monster Hunter, Witcher 3 vibes
By Alexander Cope published
Crimson Desert combat Crimson Desert, an upcoming action game with RPG elements just received a new gameplay trailer at Gamescom 2024, showcasing the game's action-packed combat system.
Final Fantasy 16 PC system requirements - can your system handle the grand spectacle of the latest Final Fantasy title?
By Alexander Cope published
FFXVI PC Specs The PC specification requirements for Final Fantasy XVI are now available, so make sure to check your rig.
Is Final Fantasy 16 coming to Xbox and PC?
By Alexander Cope last updated
Q&A With the release date of Final Fantasy XVI's PC port confirmed, the prospect of an Xbox port is looking stronger than ever.
Final Fantasy XVI's long-awaited PC port gets a release date, and a playable demo that's available RIGHT NOW
By Alexander Cope published
FFXVI PC release date Square Enix has just released a trailer announcing the release date for the PC port of Final Fantasy XVI and a complete edition that contains the base game along with its DLC. In addition,
The last weapons trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds displays wild new moves for Dual Blades
By Alexander Cope published
Dual Blades Monster Hunter Wilds has just received the final weapons overview trailer showcasing its fourteen weapon types. This last trailer demonstrates the new moves for the nimble and deadly Dual Blades.
Sneak a peak at Monster Hunter Wilds' most defensive weapon with this gameplay trailer
By Alexander Cope published
Lance Capcom has just released the 13th installment in Monster Hunter Wilds' weapons overview series and this trailer shows off the new defensive capabilities of the Lance.
My LEAST favorite weapon in Monster Hunter finally sees a massive rework in the latest game
By Alexander Cope published
Bow rework Capcom continues to release more Monster Hunter Wilds weapon overview trailers and the latest one highlights some rather drastic changes for the classic Bow weapon type.
The most insane weapon in Monster Hunter just got even crazier in Monster Hunter Wilds' latest trailer
By Alexander Cope published
Switch Axe Chop apart tails and blow up enemies with the magnificent Switch Axe in Monster Hunter Wilds
The versatile Sword & Shield has made a comeback in Monster Hunter Wilds with all-new tricks and techniques in the newest trailer
By Alexander Cope published
Sword & Shield Monster Hunter Wilds' 10th weapon overview trailer has arrived, giving viewers a glimpse of the Sword & Shield and all the new attacks it will receive in this upcoming title.
Pump monsters full of lead with the Light Bowgun in Monster Hunter Wilds' latest gameplay trailer
By Alexander Cope published
Light Bowgun Capcom has released the 9th trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds' weapon overview series, and this video exhibits the agile maneuvers and deadly firepower of the Light Bowgun.
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