Brendan Lowry
Brendan Lowry is a Windows Central writer and Oakland University graduate with a burning passion for video games, of which he's been an avid fan since childhood. You'll find him doing reviews, editorials, and general coverage on everything Xbox and PC. Follow him on Twitter.
Latest articles by Brendan Lowry
Microsoft reportedly plans to close Activision deal despite FTC lawsuit
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Moving Forward A new report suggests Microsoft is planning to close its Activision deal despite FTC interference.
Overwatch 2 launches Talantis, a new map made by YOU
By Brendan Lowry published
Brought to Life Overwatch 2's new community-made map Talantis is now available for a limited time.
Dead Island 2: Where to find Curtis' Safe Key
By Brendan Lowry published
What's In the Box? Here's how to find Curtis' Safe Keys in Dead Island 2 and collect the powerful item in his strongbox.
Xbox's Grounded gets huge 1.2 Super Duper Update, here's what's new
By Brendan Lowry published
Big Backyard Features Obsidian Entertainment is now releasing Grounded's 1.2 Super Duper update, a huge release with hundreds of features, quality-of-life improvements, and more.
Microsoft confirms Xbox DVR capture issues are 'actively being investigated' (Update)
By Brendan Lowry last updated
On The Case An Xbox Engineering Lead has confirmed Microsoft is investigating issues with game captures.
This Discord bot levels up your Destiny 2 Exotic farming
By Brendan Lowry published
Never Miss a Drop Need Destiny 2 Exotics? Use this bot and you'll get plenty of them.
Best Fallout 4 Xbox mods
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Fallout 4some Best Fallout 4 Xbox mods: Fallout 4 has mod support on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles, and these are some of the best that you should try.
Elden Ring best armor: Sets, locations, and more
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Suit up Elden Ring best armor: There are tons of armor sets in Elden Ring, but some are better than others. Here's the best sets you can find in the Lands Between.
Dying Light 2 kicks off gore war against Dead Island 2 in Gut Feeling Update
By Brendan Lowry published
Zombie Fans Winning A new Dying Light 2 update adds advanced gore and dismemberment along with several other features.
Dead Island 2: How to fast travel
By Brendan Lowry published
Screw Walking Fast travel makes it easy to get around Dead Island 2's areas quickly. Here's how to use it.
Dead Island 2: All skill cards and their effects, explained
By Brendan Lowry published
Stack the Deck Want to learn more about Dead Island 2's skill card system? We've got you covered.
Dead Island 2: How to change Slayer outfits and skins
By Brendan Lowry published
New Digs Dead Island 2 has some alternate outfits and skins, but how do you use them? We have the details.
Dead Island 2: How to play with friends in co-op multiplayer
By Brendan Lowry published
Dream Team Dead Island 2 co-op allows you to play with two other people. Here's how to squad up.
Wake up gamers, a new Destiny 2 infinite Legendary Shard farm just dropped (Update)
By Brendan Lowry published
Do This Now Destiny 2 players have discovered a new infinite Legendary Shard farm. Here's how to do it.
Best Dead Island 2 Slayer characters: Tier list, skills, stats, and more
By Brendan Lowry published
Pick a Slayer, Player There are six Slayers to pick from in Dead Island 2, but which are the best? Here's what we think.
Overwatch 2 hero Lifeweaver to receive big buffs alongside control rework
By Brendan Lowry published
New Hero, New Buffs Overwatch 2's Lead Hero Designer has teased some significant buffs for Lifeweaver.
Blizzard is giving you ONE MORE chance to play Diablo 4 before launch
By Brendan Lowry published
Go to Hell (Again) Blizzard has announced that a second "Server Slam" Diablo 4 open beta is on the way.
So far, Destiny 2's new midseason patch has done more harm than good (Update)
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Oof Destiny 2's new midseason patch brought several buffs, but it's also broken quite a few things, too.
Minecraft Legends guide: How to fast travel
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Get Around Fast travel is very important in Minecraft Legends. Here's how you can use it.
Minecraft Legends resource locations: How to get Iron, Redstone, Diamond, and more
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Fuel the War Machine Minecraft Legends resources can be tricky to find, so we made this guide that goes over the details.
Minecraft Legends guide: How to beat the Horde of the Hunt and the Beast boss
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Hunt the Hunters Minecraft Legends' Horde of the Hunt can be tough to beat, but these tips will give you an edge.
Minecraft Legends guide: How to get Gold
By Brendan Lowry last updated
The Shiny Stuff Minecraft Legends Gold is used to create very powerful units and structures. Here's how to get it.
Minecraft Legends guide: How to get Prismarine
By Brendan Lowry last updated
You'll Need It The rarest and most valuable Minecraft Legends resource is Prismarine. Here's how you can get it.
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