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This Week on Windows: Gears of War 4, Windows Ink and more

Written By published October 14, 2016



We hope you enjoyed this week’s episode of This Week on Windows! Read more about the HP Elite x3, now available in Microsoft Stores and this week’s milestone for Microsoft HoloLens, or head over here to learn how to get started with the Windows Ink Workspace.

Here’s what’s new in the Windows Store this week:

Gears of War 4 now available on Xbox One and Windows 10 PC

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We’re thrilled to announce the official release of Gears of War 4 ($59.99 Standard Edition, $99 Ultimate Edition) with fans around the world. Available exclusively on Xbox One and Windows 10 PC, Gears of War 4 marks the beginning of a new saga for one of the most acclaimed videogame franchises in history. And, until Oct. 20, you can earn 10,000 bonus Microsoft Rewards points when you buy the Ultimate Edition.

Instagram now available for Windows 10 PCs and Tablets 

Instagram for Windows 10 PCs and tablets

Windows 10 PCs and tablets get the entire Instagram experience — including Instagram Stories. The Instagram app for Windows 10, already available for mobile, is now available for Windows 10 tablets and PCs. Get the free app from the Windows Store and read more about the news!

DC’s Legends of Tomorrow – Buy from $24.99

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After their defeat of the immortal villain Vandal Savage, the Legends will clash with foes both past and present to save the world from a mysterious new threat. Watch the season 2 premiere of DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, available now in the Movies & TV section of the Windows Store.

Microsoft Mahjong – Free

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Microsoft Mahjong, the classic tile-matching game, is now updated for Windows 10 with Daily Challenges, a new look and feel, and 20 new puzzles exclusively for Windows 10. You can now enjoy a total of more than 40 puzzles for hours of tile-matching fun!  Microsoft Mahjong is now a Universal Windows App, which means new experiences can be created and added to the game faster than ever on both Windows 10 PCs and Windows 10 mobile devices.

Have a great weekend!