The Epic Games Store has announced the upcoming end of support for systems powered by Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and 32-bit Windows 10. However, customers will be able to continue using the store for a while.

The Microsoft Store app on Windows received a new gaming section. It is called "Arcade" (don't confuse it and its icon with Apple Arcade), and it allows you to play instant games without downloading.

The Windows 10 Store now supports offline gameplay, but Microsoft has a long way to go to compete with Steam on this front. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a new window) ...

Microsoft is testing the feature in Insiders channels.

Microsoft's next-gen Xbox is in the ovens, with rumors that it will run the full version of Windows 11, and allow OEMs to make their own hardware.