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Minecraft 1.21 'Tricky Trials Update' FAQ: Release date, features, mobs, snapshots, and other questions answered
FAQ Minecraft 1.21 'Tricky Trials' brought new features, content, and mobs to Minecraft later this year. Here's everything you need to know.
The long wait is over — The Minecraft 1.21 'Tricky Trials' update is now available to download with new mobs, the mace, and more
Summer Update After months of development, players can down download the Minecraft 1.21 'Tricky Trials' update beginning today with new features, mobs, and more.
Annapurna continues to show Xbox Game Pass love with new upcoming games, and I went hands-on with a few
AnnaPass Annapurna Interactive made an appearance at Summer Game Fest Play Days and the Xbox Games Showcase, with several titles confirmed for Game Pass.
I loved seeing a new State of Decay 3 trailer, but no release window makes me more impatient than ever
State of Mind State of Decay 3 finally got a brand-new trailer at Xbox Games Showcase 2024 that shows just how far the franchise has come, but we don't have any release window.
The next DOOM game goes medieval in official reveal, and it's still coming to PlayStation
Dark Ages During the Xbox Games Showcase, DOOM: The Dark Ages from id Software and Bethesda Softworks was officially announced, and it's making the series medieval.
Microsoft somehow made its Flight Simulator look even better, and the next-gen sim finally has a release date
Take to the Skies During the Xbox Games Showcase 2024, the official release date for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 was finally unveiled. The next-gen sim arrives this November.
I never expected this popular PC esports shooter to come to Xbox, and I couldn't be more excited
Valor on Xbox Riot Games announced Valorant's console release during Summer Game Fest 2024, and it actually managed to become my favorite announcement of the show.
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (Gen 9) review: A great gaming laptop, but stay close to the charger
Review The Legion Pro 5i (Gen 9) features more powerful hardware and a cleaner design than its predecessor and continues to succeed at offering a great all-around mid-range PC gaming experience.
X-Chair X-Tech Ultimate Executive Chair review: The definition of luxury, but is it worth it?
Review X-Chair makes some very high-end ergonomic office chairs, and its Ultimate Executive Chair sits at the top. I've been using it for weeks to bring you my thoughts.
Logitech Astro A50 X review: A multiplatform headset for the hardcore gamer
Review I've been using the Logitech Astro A50 X for a few weeks, and it's clear that Logitech set out to create the best multiplatform wireless gaming headset... But did it succeed?
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (Gen 9) review: Small changes make it better than ever (and it was already great)
Review The updated Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (Gen 9) is barely changed from its predecessor, but all the improvements make this laptop one of the best you can buy.
When does the Minecraft 1.21 'Tricky Trials' update release?
Next Update Minecraft is always getting regular updates. Here's when you can expect the next major content update, with constant updates as we learn more.
Minecraft is collaborating with Netflix on an original animated series from the creators of Sonic Prime and Carmen Sandiego
Minecraft on TV Mojang Studios and Netflix have announced a new Minecraft animated series, debuting exclusively on Netflix in the future with new characters and an original story.
You can go on a real-world Minecraft adventure later this year to celebrate 15 years of Minecraft, and tickets go on sale soon
15 Years Minecraft's first public release was in May 2009, and Mojang Studios and Xbox are celebrating 15 years with a 15-day celebration, with free gifts and more.
Sony and Bose are battling it out to give you the best deal on active noise canceling headphones this Memorial Day
Deal This Memorial Day, both Sony and Bose are offering great deals on some of their best active noise canceling headphones, but only for a short while.
This Dell XPS still has a physical function row, sports an RTX 4080 GPU, and is over $1,000 off right now
Deal The Dell XPS 17 is powerful, boasts a traditional design with a physical function row, and is over $1,000 off right now. If you want a powerful all-in-one workhorse, look no further.
My favorite 2-in-1 Windows laptop is nearly 40% OFF right now — making it just under $1,000 for a limited time
Deal For Memorial Day, Best Buy has shaved nearly 40% off the excellent HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) — complete with an OLEd screen, Intel Core Ultra, and more.
Do Windows on ARM PCs support Thunderbolt 4 or 5?
ThunderARM With Qualcomm's Snapdragon X series of SoCs breathing new life into Windows on ARM, it's worth asking if you'll be able to use your Thunderbolt accessories.
Can I use Thunderbolt 4 or 5 docks with USB4 laptops?
ThunderUSB Thunderbolt docks can massively upgrade your setup, but that requires having a device with some powerful ports. Will USB4 do the trick? We found out.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra review: Taking the fight straight to the Dell XPS 16
Review Samsung's premium Galaxy Book4 Ultra is already a great Dell XPS competitor before you consider Samsung's ecosystem integrations. Here's our full review.
Forza Horizon 5's retro update drops with over 20 new songs, 5 more cars, and Minecraft tributes
Retro Cars Playground Games has detailed Forza Horizon 5's next update, Horizon Retrowave, with a ton of new music, cars, decorations, events, and EventLab props.
The new Copilot+ AI PCs are powerful and actually last all day, and you can get a FREE TV just for buying one
Deal It's already immensely easy to purchase one of the new Copilot+ AI PCs thanks to the incredible power, efficiency, and capabilities, but a free TV makes it even easier.
I've got 18 laptops in my office, and I'm still tempted by the Surface Pro 11 with OLED and Snapdragon X
Back to Surface Microsoft has unveiled the Surface Pro 11, and it's a gorgeous machine with all the features and innovations I've wanted from Surface for years.
