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Microsoft debunks rumors of being forced to use Duracell batteries in Xbox controllers
Tweet Microsoft has denied allegations that it is forced to include AA batteries from Duracell in its wireless Xbox controllers, going as far as to say that gamers are free to utilize “any brand”. Read more… Neowin
Microsoft promises to fix the Xbox Series X controller disconnect issue in a future update
Tweet Xbox Series X controller users are facing a weird issue where the controller disconnects and reconnects while playing a game. Microsoft has now acknowledged the issue and is working on a fix. Read more… Neowin
Microsoft tried to buy Nintendo before launching the Xbox, but Nintendo laughed it off
Tweet A new article recalling the origin story of Microsoft’s Xbox brand of consoles revealed that the company approached Nintendo for a potential acquisition, but the offer wasn’t taken seriously. Read more… Neowin
Injustice 2, Torchlight III, PES 2021, and more coming to Xbox Game Pass in January
Tweet Microsoft has announced the games that are making their way to Xbox Game Pass in January, including eFootball PES 2021, Torchlight III, and Injustice 2. Some games are also leaving, though. Read more… Neowin