James Bricknell
James built his first PC when he was 13 and has never looked back. He can be found on Windows Central, usually in the corner where all the 3D printers are, or huddled around the Xbox playing the latest games.
Latest articles by James Bricknell
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare guide — List of every killstreak
By James Bricknell last updated
Modern Warfare has brought back traditional Killstreaks and some of them are amazing, others are controversial. We have the full list here.
Microsoft and Taco Bell offer up to 44 days of Xbox Game Pass
By James Bricknell published
Microsoft and Taco Bell want you to get Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and buy Taco Bell food. It's easy to do both.
Phrozen Shuffle XL 3D printer review — the extra space is worth the cost
By James Bricknell published
The biggest 3D printing question right now is about size. Is it better to buy one big printer or several small, cheap ones? The Shuffle XL from Phrozen helps answer that question.
The Division 2: Episode 2 is now available to all agents
By James Bricknell published
The Division 2 is getting some brand new content, and it's free!
Beamo CO2 laser cutter launches on Kickstarter, promises to be the cheapest around
By James Bricknell published
CO2 laser cutting has always been an expensive undertaking for hobbyists, but the new Kickstarter from Flux is seeking to change that. Welcome to the world, Beamo.
Prusa launches the Prusa Mini, a $350 mini 3D printer for the masses
By James Bricknell published
Josef Prusa has released its first new form factor for an FDM printer in years. It looks pretty great and pretty cheap!
How to find Xûr in Destiny 2: Details on exotics, location and times (update)
By James Bricknell last updated
Everyone's favorite Exotic-wielding vendor, Xûr, Agent of the Nine, is hiding somewhere in the world. Here's how to find him.
Destiny 2: How to reach level 900 quickly
By James Bricknell last updated
Making the climb to 900 in Destiny 2 can be a real grind. It doesn't have to be though, not with our tips and tricks.
Destiny 2: Shadowkeep and beyond — the ultimate guide
By James Bricknell last updated
Destiny 2: Shadowkeep is not just an expansion, it's an entirely new chapter for Destiny 2 and its developer, Bungie. Here's everything we know so far.
Destiny 2: Where to find the Horned Wreath
By James Bricknell last updated
With a slew of new weapons available, Bungie needed to make the grind more exciting. For some of the powerful weapons you will need to find special ingredients.
How to claim a free powerful engram from Destiny 2 Rewards
By James Bricknell published
Bungie is offering some sweet loot in its reward program, and you can a powerful engram just for signing up! Here's how to claim it for yourself.
Destiny 2: New Light - The Ultimate Guide
By James Bricknell last updated
Bungie is changing the way it does business and how it sells it's products. Introducing New Light, an entirely new way to play Destiny 2
When does the first Destiny 2: Shadowkeep Raid start?
By James Bricknell published
The first run of the new Destiny Raid is always a spectacle, and if you want to be on the action you'll need to know when you can play.
'Moon's haunted' meme makes its way into Destiny 2: Shadowkeep
By James Bricknell published
It's always brilliant when developers acknowledge the fans and their love for the game. Bungie has done that with this lovely nod to the "moons haunted" meme.
Which version of Destiny 2: Shadowkeep should you buy?
By James Bricknell published
Shadowkeep for Destiny 2 is here, but there are a couple of buying options. Which one is right for you?
How to cleanse the essence of anguish in Destiny 2: Shadowkeep
By James Bricknell published
The essences are key to completing Shadowkeep but the Anguish one has tripped us all up. Here's how to do it.
Facebook VR 'Horizon' is a non-starter if it's in a closed ecosystem
By James Bricknell published
I was instantly excited when Facebook announced Horizon, then instantly sad that they chose to limit its potential. They need to do better.
Everything we know about Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond
By James Bricknell published
At Oculus Connect 6 we saw our first look at Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond. Here is everything we know so far.
How to watch the Oculus Connect 6 keynote live stream
By James Bricknell last updated
Oculus Connect 6 is not very far away so here are the best places to watch the keynote. It should be an exciting one!
Civilization 6 is coming to Xbox One this year, and so are the expansions
By James Bricknell last updated
Civilization 6 is one of the best real-time strategy games ever, and now it's coming to consoles in November!
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare campaign trailer sets a dark tone
By James Bricknell last updated
This latest trailer from the Call of Duty team shows Modern Warfare's campaign and it's dark, really dark.
Monoprice Delta Pro 3D printer review: Big is beautiful
By James Bricknell published
The Delta Pro is aimed at a market that may or may not want it. But should you, a hobbyist, invest your time into it? Let's have a deeper look.
The Vive Cosmos VR headset is available for preorder today
By James Bricknell published
The Vive Cosmos is now available for preorder, and it looks pretty great.
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