Best Xbox Gaming Headset In 2023

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X

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Best Xbox Gaming Headset: Runner-up

SteelSeries Arctis 7X

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Best Xbox Wireless Headset For The Value

Razer Kaira Pro Wireless

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Best Xbox Wireless Headset For The Value: Runner-up

HyperX CloudX Flight

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Best Wired Xbox Headset

Astro A40 TR

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Best Budget Wired Xbox Headset

Razer BlackShark V2 X

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Best Wired Xbox Headset Under $100

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

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Best Xbox Headset Under $50

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core

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Best Budget Xbox Headset With Surround Sound

Corsair HS65

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Best High-End Wireless Xbox Headset

SteelSeries Nova Pro

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Best High-End Wireless Xbox Headset: Runner-Up

Astro A50

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Best high-end Xbox wired headset

SteelSeries Nova Pro Wired

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Best If You Want A Microsoft Headset

Xbox Wireless Headset

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Best Premium Xbox Headset That Also Looks Really Cool

Logitech G Astro A30

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Finding the a great headset for your Xbox Series X|S is easier than ever in 2024. Not only are there dozens of great options built specifically for the Xbox Series X|S, but many top-tier cross-platform options are compatible, too. And thanks to Microsoft's approach to Xbox accessories, all of your Xbox One gear--including headsets and controllers--are fully compatible with Xbox Series X|S. While that means there's a huge list of headsets to choose from, having so many options can be overwhelming. For us, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X is the best Xbox headset in 2024. It's a wireless headset with amazing sound quality, packs top-shelf features like active noise canceling and 3D spatial audio, and it works with multiple other platforms. However, it's not our only recommendation, so we rounded up a list of the best Xbox headsets available in 2024 to help you find one that fits your needs.

Our roundup of the best Xbox headsets includes options from a variety of brands, including industry leaders like SteelSeries, Razer, Astro, and Corsair. Almost every headset on this list will work with other platforms, including PC, mobile, and Nintendo Switch You'll even find several that work wirelessly with PlayStation consoles. The Xbox Series X|S also has built-in support for multiple stellar audio tech advancements, including Windows Sonic spatial sound, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X. Unsurprisingly, many of the headsets on this list take advantage of these technologies.

For more Xbox recommendations, make sure to check out our list of the best Xbox controllers. And if you're looking to upgrade your setup, we also have roundups of the best gaming chairs and desks. For even more on headsets, we have dedicated recommendation lists for PS5 and PC, too.

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Samus Aran from the Metroid series almost made an appearance in Fortnite, but Nintendo and Epic couldn’t agree on how she’d be implemented.

In an interview with Game File, former Epic Games chief creative officer Donald Mustard said that Nintendo declined Epic's offer to have Samus join Fortnite. "They got really hung up on their characters showing up on platforms that weren’t their platforms," Mustard explained. "They would be thrilled to have Nintendo characters in Fortnite, but just only if it’s on their platform."

Mustard went on to say that Epic and Nintendo couldn't come to a mutual decision because of Fortnite's content parity across all platforms. Epic wanted the game to be the same experience no matter what device players were on.

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An extra controller is a necessity for Switch owners, and while the official Nintendo Pro controller is a great piece of tech, 8BitDo has a terrific and feature-packed alternative that's worth considering. The 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller is on sale for as low as $55. This specific price applies to the eye-catching white color variant. Alternatively, you can get the red model for $60 or the black version for $60. The 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller is GameSpot's favorite third-party Switch controller and is already a bargain at its $70 list price--so you shouldn't miss out on this deal.

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The red and blue models also come with stylish optional thumbstick caps.

• 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller (White) -- $55 ($70)
• 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller (Red) -- $60 ($70) with 15%-off coupon
• 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller (Black) -- $60 ($70)
• 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller (Blue) -- $63 ($70) with 10%-off coupon

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This controller is fantastic for many reasons: It has Hall Effect analog sticks that mitigate stick drift, two remappable back buttons that perfectly align with the controller's stellar ergonomics, and offers robust customization. Plus, it comes with a matching charging dock. A compartment on the bottom of the dock stores the 2.4GHz adapter, which can be used as an alternative to Bluetooth for a wireless connection. It also comes with a detachable USB-C cable, if you prefer a hardwired connection.

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Konami, the publisher behind critically acclaimed franchises such as Metal Gear, Silent Hill, and Castlevania, earned a reputation for stashing cheat codes for many of its older games. Just recently, fans of 1999 Castlevania: Legacy of Darkness discovered a previously unknown code that gives the name new life.

In a video explained by JupiterClimb (via The Gamer), a YouTuber who makes Metroidvanias and Konami games, this code makes it "the definitive way to play Castlevania." All players have to do is input the original code twice, which is: C-Up x4, C-Down x4, C-Left x2, C-Right x2, C-Left x2, C-Right x2, L, R, Z. After doing this, players will unlock all playable characters alongside their alt uniforms. Prior to this, the only way to unlock all the characters was by beating the game twice.

It's also worth mentioning that this code unlocks the game's hard mode. To get it, all players must do is reach a save point, quit, and reload. Once they've done that, they can play the game on hard. That's not the only code that was newly discovered. Another allows players to max out their inventory, while another one gives players 99 jewels, and the last one maxes out the power of the player's weapons and sub-weapons. It's worth noting that these two codes formerly worked only with the PAL and JPN versions of the game.

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There are a handful of Fortnite emotes that have become primarily known for their toxicity, and Epic Games is taking the unusual step of adding a toggle to the game settings that will allow you to never have to see other players do them.

The setting in question, which will be implemented in Tuesday's update that kicks off Fortnite Festival Season 3, is the "See Confrontational Emotes" toggle under Account and Privacy. There are three options: Always see them, never see them, or only see them if your party members are doing them. If you choose to block these emotes, players will appear motionless to you, as if they hadn't fired off an emote at all, when they use one of them. But regardless of which option you choose, you'll always be able to see and hear the emotes if you do them.

There are currently four emotes that are affected by this: Laugh It Up (aka the donkey laugh), Take the L, Whipcrack, and Make It Plantain. Laugh It Up and Take The L are included because they're common and particularly obnoxious taunts that players have complained about for years. Whipcrack and Make It Plantain, meanwhile, are popular among racist trolls.

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Atlus has announced that its latest RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, will launch on October 11 for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

In a recent livestream, director Katsura Hashino states that he worked on previous Atlus titles such as Shin Megami Tensei III, Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5. Persona composer Shoji Meguro is returning to do ReFantazio's soundtrack and Nier: Automata concept artist Koda Kazuma is contributing as a guest artist.

ReFantazio's story follows the protagonist as he fights for the throne after the kingdom's ruler gets assassinated. Anyone of any social class is able to become the next king as long as they get the people's support. The kingdom is filled with machinery and vehicles designed by Ikuto Yamashita, who also worked on Neon Genesis Evangelion.

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Aaron Taylor-Johnson has starred in numerous high-profile movies, including Kick-Ass and Avengers: Age of Ultron, and has been rumored to play the next James Bond for some time now. But it appears that Taylor-Johnson is becoming more annoyed by people asking him if he'll be the next 007.

In an interview with the Associated Press, the actor was asked if he is getting sick of being asked about the Bond rumors. After being asked, he jokingly responded with, "You sick of asking the question?" This prompted the interviewer to respond by saying, "I want to know. So no." The two then shared a laugh, but once that was over, he cut the interview short, walking away with a simple, "Alright, have a good one."

Taylor-Johnson has been tight-lipped about whether he'll be the next Bond for the last month. In a previous interview, he was asked the same question and responded by saying, "I can only really talk about the other things I'm going to show and tell."

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The success of Amazon's Fallout TV show has made Fallout games more popular than ever. However, for anyone looking to explore the radioactive post-apocalypse in a new way, Humble's Fallout RPG And 3D Miniatures bundle is a great way to check out the Fallout Wasteland Warfare tabletop game. The bundle includes everything you need to play the game, including rulebooks, gameplay scenarios, and even downloadable STL models you can print using a 3D printer. Don't worry if you don't own a 3D printer--many public libraries and community colleges offer 3D printing services that cost just a few cents per print, and there are online businesses that will print and ship to you.

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As for what you get in Humble's Fallout RPG And 3D Miniatures bundle, the deal offers three pricing tiers. The cheapest option is just $1 and includes PDFs of the Wasteland Warfare core rulebook, stater guide, character cards, and pre-made combat scenarios. You also get a 3D printable model of the Fallout Wasteland Warfare: Ruined Red Rocket terrain expansion.

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Deals on SSDs aren't as plentiful--or as significant--as they were last year, but right now, you can score a nice discount on some lightning-fast storage for your PS5 or PC. At Amazon, the Lexar 1TB NM790 SSD is on sale for $80, a nice 27% discount when compared to its usual price of $110. It includes a heatsink as well, so that saves you some more cash and means it's already properly configured for installation in your PS5.

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Lexar 1TB SSD

This SSD has some pretty good specs for its price. It has up to 7,400MB/s read and 6,500MB/s write speeds, uses up to 40% less power when compared to DRAM cache-enabled PCIe Gen 4 SSDs, and it comes with a five-year warranty. It far exceeds the minimum speed requirement for the PS5 as well (5,500MB/s).

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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes takes you to Allraan, a land that has enjoyed relative peace for a time, and is now on the verge of a terrible war. As a corrupt empire greedily looks at its neighbors, a disparate group must band together to lead the resistance. Here's our Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes guides hub to help you with your adventure.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes guides hubGeneral mechanics and activities

How long to beat - Learn about the campaign length and how many hours you're likely to spend just to finish the game.

Fast travel - You don't have to roam all over these lands solely on foot.

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Most characters in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes are aware of the main character's leadership qualities. However, there's someone who presents a tough challenge since you have to prove your worth in battle. There are certain restrictions, too. Here's our guide on how to recruit Reyna in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.

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How to recruit Reyna in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

You can recruit Reyna in the village of Dabavin. You visit this location as part of the story, well after the Hishahn arc and once you get past the Shandar Ridge. Once there, you'll see a knight clad in black armor waiting for you by the dock.

Reyna wants you to rock her to the core. Interacting with her leads to a mock battle, and you have to deal a total of roughly 1,500 damage. Oh, and you're limited to just three turns.

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You get to meet dozens of potential allies in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. One, in particular, teaches a relaxing minigame, though getting him to join permanently requires a bit of effort. Here's our guide on how to find a Wheel-eyed Bream so you can recruit Huang in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.

How to recruit Huang in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

You can recruit Huang once you've given him a Wheel-eyed Bream, a unique fish that can be found in a specific area of the game world. But first, you might want to know how to get to this point:

• Huang can be found in the eastern portion of Hishahn, a city you'll visit a few hours into the campaign. There, you'll also meet Carrie, who unlocks the fast travel mechanic.
• Talk to Huang and tell him that you like fishing, and he'll give you a Bamboo Rod.
• Now that you have a fishing rod, you can use various fishing spots denoted by a rod icon.
• To successfully catch fish and other sea creatures, you must wait for fish to bite the lure. This will cause a noticeable splash on the water.
• When this occurs, press the interact button (i.e. "A" on an Xbox gamepad or "X" on a PlayStation gamepad). Nowa will reel in the catch.
• After you acquire all the creatures in a spot, you can return after a few minutes to see that they've all respawned.

Chatting with Huang unlocks the fishing minigame.Where to find the Wheel-eyed Bream for Huang

The Wheel-eyed Bream in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is needed to recruit Huang. To get it, exit Hishahn and follow the road to the east until you see the entrance to the Seaside Cavern. Don't enter the dungeon. Instead, walk along the cliffside area to the left until you see a fishing rod icon. This is a well-hidden fishing spot and the only place you can find Wheel-eyed Bream.

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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes takes place in the vast lands of Allraan. Numerous villages and cities dot the continent, with disparate races vying for control. Naturally, your adventure leads you to visit these locales, but you don't have to explore the whole place on foot. Here's our guide on how to fast travel in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.

How to fast travel in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

You can unlock fast travel once you recruit a mage named Carrie. She can be found in the city of Hishahn, which you get to visit a few hours into the campaign. Carrie materializes in three areas, and you need to speak to her when she pops up:

• Along the central lane.
• Further to the east, in front of a couple of stalls.
• Across the bridge to the southern lane.

Once you've chatted with Carrie three times, she'll join your forces. This unlocks fast travel in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.

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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes promises a grand adventure in the lands of Allraan, where you'll recruit numerous allies as you battle a warmongering empire. Still, you might be wondering if the entire journey will cause you to spend a lot of time playing. Here's our guide on how long it takes to beat Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, as well as the main mission list. Likewise, please be reminded that this article contains minor spoilers.

How long to beat Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes - Campaign length guide

It's possible to beat Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes in 30 to 35 hours if you're just focusing on the main story. You can focus on the key objectives with the allies you recruit as part of the narrative arc.

However, remember that Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is the spiritual successor to the Suikoden franchise. As such, you're bound to meet many characters--120 characters, in fact. Some join you after a short conversation, while others have their own missions for you. A select few might even be part of activities and minigames, such as the cooking contests and card challenges. If you plan on bolstering your forces, while also tackling side content and building your home base, then it could take you anywhere from 50 to 70 hours to complete these tasks. We do suggest taking a look at our character recruitment guide to help you along the way.

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If you're in the market for a Nintendo Switch, Amazon has cut the price of the Switch OLED model by $40. This particular model has a very sharp and vibrant OLED display, as well as several other neat upgrades. And for a limited time--Amazon deals often end without warning--you can get the model with Neon Red and Blue Joy-Con controllers for $310. If you want an extra pair of controllers for multiplayer, check out Walmart's fantastic deal on the Super Mario Party Joy-Con bundle.

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This version of the Switch has double the storage capacity of the regular model--64GB instead of 32GB--and an improved stand for when you want to play Tears of the Kingdom on a plane. The OLED screen really does make a tangible difference to games, and when you're playing retro titles via the Nintendo Online membership, these titles look better than ever.

Like the standard Switch model, the OLED comes with a dock to connect it to your TV and two Joy-Con controllers. The dock is wider than the original, and it includes an ethernet port.

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Genshin Impact developer MiHoYo's next game, Zenless Zone Zero, might have gotten its release date leaked. If the leak--noticed on the Apple App Store--is to be believed, the upcoming action RPG is coming out this summer.

According to Zenless Zone Zero's Apple Store page, the game is set to be released on July 3. MiHoYo hasn't made any official announcement yet, so it's unclear whether this is the actual release date. The page says that the content may change without notice and the final product may be different.

The game on iOS platforms, like iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, require iOS version 10.0 or later, while the Apple Vision version requires visionOS 1.0 or later. The file size clocks in at 3.4 GB.

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Multiple major entertainment companies, including Prime Video and Max, may have unknowingly outsourced animation work on their shows to North Korea, despite US sanctions on the country. Cybersecurity researcher Nick Roy has been scanning North Korea's tiny internet presence, spotting new websites coming online and providing a glimpse of its digital life for almost 10 years.

However, in December last year, Roy discovered a weak cloud server on a North Korean IP address containing thousands of animation files that hinted North Korea was working on international TV projects. The country had sanctions placed upon the regime due to its ongoing human rights abuses and nuclear warfare programs, prohibiting US companies from working with Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) companies or individuals.

Wired reported that the cache had animation cells, videos, and even notes discussing the work and going into changes that needed to be made to ongoing projects. Some images appeared from an Amazon Prime Video superhero show and an upcoming children's anime at HBO. The server is still live, but strangely stopped being used in February. While there is a login page, the contents can be accessed freely. "I found the login page after I found all the exposed files," Roy said.

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The independent game El Paso, Nowhere is potentially getting a movie adaptation. Deadline reports that Oscar-nominated actor LaKeith Stanfield (Judas and the Black Messiah, Get Out) is in talks to appear in a movie based on the game. Di Bonaventura Pictures, which produces the Transformers and G.I. Joe franchises, is attached to produce.

The movie, should it get made, would center on main character James Savage (Stanfield) who is confronting his personal demons after getting out of a toxic relationship with a woman, the vampire Janet, who is now trying to execute a "world-ending ritual."

"James navigates her reality-bending universe of ethereal monsters while facing the truth of his own addictions and skewed sense of self-worth, learning that the only route to love is through healing," reads a line from the film's description.

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7 Days to Die helped kick off the zombie survival game craze, and now, over a decade since its initial release, it's finally leaving Steam Early Access behind with its planned 1.0 update.

What was originally slated to be the game's Alpha 22 update will instead become its long-awaited 1.0 update. The 1.0 update for 7 Days to Die is slated for June, with a new console version set to come in July. The plan is for the two versions of the game to keep update parity with one another, and though it won't be live at launch, cross-play between consoles and PC is slated to be added in an update before year's end. Launch will bring a new zombie gore system, updated visuals, a new challenge system, and more, according to The Fun Pimps.

It's a huge moment that's been a long-time coming, as The Fun Pimps explain in a comprehensive FAQ about the upcoming changes.

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The horror roots grow deep in the Shyamalan family as M. Night's daughter, Ishana Shyamalan makes her directorial debut this summer with The Watchers, and we have our first trailer.

Young artist Mina finds herself stranded in an expansive, untouched forest in western Ireland. Upon finding shelter, she unknowingly becomes trapped alongside three strangers who are watched and stalked by mysterious creatures each night. Mina is desperate for answers about who are the Watchers.

Much like her father's taste for less is more, the teaser gives you a whisp of a concept but still withholds the main threat for now. Night has worked with her father on his Apple TV+ series, Servant as a co-producer, writer, and director. She also worked as a second unit director on his film, Old.

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