Alexander Cope
Alexander Cope is a gaming veteran of 30-plus years, primarily covering PC and Xbox games here on Windows Central. Gaming since the 8-bit era, Alexander's expertise revolves around gaming guides and news, with a particular focus on Japanese titles from the likes of Elden Ring to Final Fantasy. Alexander is always on deck to help our readers conquer the industry's most difficult games — when he can pry himself away from Monster Hunter that is!
Latest articles by Alexander Cope
The most insane weapon in Monster Hunter just got even crazier in Monster Hunter Wilds' latest trailer
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Switch Axe Chop apart tails and blow up enemies with the magnificent Switch Axe in Monster Hunter Wilds
The versatile Sword & Shield has made a comeback in Monster Hunter Wilds with all-new tricks and techniques in the newest trailer
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Sword & Shield Monster Hunter Wilds' 10th weapon overview trailer has arrived, giving viewers a glimpse of the Sword & Shield and all the new attacks it will receive in this upcoming title.
Pump monsters full of lead with the Light Bowgun in Monster Hunter Wilds' latest gameplay trailer
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Light Bowgun Capcom has released the 9th trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds' weapon overview series, and this video exhibits the agile maneuvers and deadly firepower of the Light Bowgun.
It's Hammer time in the latest Monster Hunter Wilds gameplay trailer
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Hammer Capcom has released the eighth trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds' weapon overview series, focusing on the simple but effective, blunt-force trauma-inducing Hammer.
One of Monster Hunter's craziest weapon types returns in Monster Hunter Wilds with this latest trailer
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Charge Blade Capcom has revealed a trailer for one of Monster Hunter Wild's most challenging weapons to master, the Charge Blade, in action.
Monster Hunter Wilds reveals new techniques for one of the most popular weapon types
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Long Sword Capcom has uploaded the sixth weapon overview trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds and this time it's showing off the graceful yet deadly Long Sword.
Rock on with Monster Hunter Wilds' Hunting Horn gameplay trailer
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Hunting Horn Capcom has released Monster Hunter Wilds' fifth weapon overview trailer and this one spotlights the Hunting Horn, a musical instrument that can support allies and damage monsters through music.
Monster Hunter Wilds weapons guide: A list for every weapon type and every new move and improvement (so far)
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MHWilds Weapon list Learn which weapon is right for you with our detailed primer on every weapon type for Monster Hunter Wilds
My favorite weapon in Monster Hunter Wilds is getting some massive upgrades
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Gunlance The fourth trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds' ongoing weapon overview series has arrived. This time it's all about the Gunlance and it has a lot of new fiery tools to hunt monsters with.
Monster Hunter Wilds' Insect Glaive gameplay trailer reveals some huge quality of life changes
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Insect Glaive One of Monster Hunter's most technical and acrobatic weapons, the Insect Glaive, returns to let players chase after flying monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds
World of Warcraft 'The War Within' story overview: What players need to know
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WoW Recap Catch up on the events leading up to World of Warcraft: The War Within to prepare for the epic Worldsoul Saga
Capcom shows off Monster Hunter Wild's new and improved Heavy Bowgun with a gameplay trailer
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Heavy Bowgun trailer A new weapon showcase trailer has been uploaded for Monster Hunter Wilds, this time for the long-range heavy artillery weapon-type known as the Heavy Bowgun.
SEGA files a trademark for potentially a mysterious new Yakuza/Like a Dragon project
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New Yakuza game? News has surfaced on the internet that SEGA, the publisher and developer of Yakuza/Like a Dragon, has trademarked a new project seemingly related to the franchise called 'Yakuza Wars'.
Capcom shadowdrops three new Monster Hunter Wilds gameplay trailers
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New Wild trailers Get a detailed look at basic mechanics, Focus Mode, and the Great Sword with these new Monster Hunter Wilds trailers
Upcoming PC games 2024: Best new titles coming to Steam and your Windows PC
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For PC gamers This is going to be a great year for PC gamers as several huge titles are set to release in 2024. Here are the ones to get the most excited about.
This long-overdue comeback of a classic JRPG series now has a playable demo available on Xbox and PC
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A new demo! Square Enix has just released a playable demo for the upcoming action-JRPG Visions of Mana, where players will get a preview of its gameplay, story, and world.
Elden Ring 1.13 official patch notes: Spirit Ashes get a big buff, are no longer second fiddle to Mimic Tear
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I summon thee! Bandai Namco has uploaded a new update for Elden Ring, alongside patch notes explaining that this patch features major buffs for Spirit Ashes summons among general balance changes and bug fixes.
After two decades, I'm finally installing World of Warcraft — here's what excites me the most about The War Within expansion
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Upcoming WoW changes Here's why these new 'World of Warcraft: The War Within' features will make the expansion the best ever for new players like me.
Battle literally thousands of foes on-screen in this crazy Xbox and PC prequel for one of the most popular hack-and-slash franchises
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Dynasty Warriors: Origins Koei Tecmo releases the story details on Dynasty Warriors: Origins, an upcoming prequel for its iconic hack-and-slash franchise, Dynasty Warriors.
This literal game-changing Fallout mod takes players to a post-nuclear London after 4 years of development
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Fallout London Indie modders Team FOLON has announced the long-awaited Fallout 4 conversion mod, Fallout London, has finally launched on GOG.com for free.
World of Warcraft: The War Within gets its expansion pre-patch, alongside a ton of bugs
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The Bugs Within World of Warcraft: The War Within's pre-expansion patch brings new gameplay features and quests buried under bugs
This $35 Xbox and PC controller only has one flaw, but it's still 100% worth it. Here's why.
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Deals Amazon is selling the GameSir G7 SE Wired Controller, one of the finest wired Xbox and PC controllers, for a 20% discount for Amazon Prime Day.
One of the best, budget-friendly Xbox gaming headsets is now available at its cheapest price tag ever
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Deals Get your hands on the HyperX CloudX Stinger wired gaming headset for a tremendously cheap bargain with this 60% discount Amazon Prime Day sale.
Microsoft's official Xbox controller has dropped to its lowest-ever price — no more knock-offs for your Player 2 [UPDATED]
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Deals Amazon is selling the official Xbox Core Wireless Gaming controller for a hefty 33% Amazon Prime Day discount deal, dropping its MSRP to the lowest it has ever been.
One of the best introductions to the Warhammer 40,000 universe is enjoying a glorious 58% discount deal
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Deals CDKeys is currently holding a 58% discount deal for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, a CRPG where players explore the Warhammer 40,000 universe in ways never seen before in videogame form.