Gaming — Xbox — February 2nd, 2026

Anime Inspired Life/Farm Sim Starsand Island Debuts Next Week on Steam Early Access & Xbox Preview
Today, Chinese developer Seed Sparkle Lab confirmed that its debut game, the anime-inspired life/farming simulation Starsand Island, will launch on Wednesday, February 11, on Steam Early Access and Xbox Game Preview.
February 2, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X mod pushes memory to 64GB capacity
The mod starts with a full disassembly and motherboard removal. The modder then flips the board and pulls the factory RAM packages from under the heat spreader tape. The stock setup uses 6GB Micron LPDDR5X packages rated at 8533 MT/s, which modder replaces with 16GB SK hynix packages to reach 64GB total. So, there are no changes to the memory bus, rather the memory density.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Crimson Desert Developer May Add More Content Post-Launch "If The Appetite is There"
Pearl Abyss America's Will Powers points to the 11+ year support that Black Desert has received, including weekly updates.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Modder more than doubles Asus ROG Xbox Ally X's memory with massive 64GB RAM upgrade — advanced soldering and BIOS modification unlock more capacity
Handheld gaming meets workstation-level memory
February 2, 2026 — Source

Nioh 3 might come to Xbox for the first time in the nearly 10-year-old franchise as a flashy new trailer confirms 6 months of PS5 exclusivity
The Nioh series could potentially be making its Xbox or Nintendo debut with Nioh 3 as Sony confirms six months of exclusivity.
February 2, 2026 — Source or Watch Video or Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 30th, 2026

Crimson Desert's Engine Offers Native 4K/60 FPS and Ray Tracing, Pearl Abyss Focused on Optimization
"Off-the-shelf engines weren't able to deliver the uncompromised vision that the team set forth to create," says Pearl Abyss's Will Powers.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Helldivers 2 surged on Xbox at launch — before PlayStation's larger install base drove stronger long-term sales for its breakout hit
New estimates from Alinea Analytics reveal how Helldivers 2 was a huge success on Xbox and PlayStation.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Is there a future for the Xbox platform? | Opinion
Microsoft's status as a leading publisher is assured -- but with weak new financials casting doubt on its strategic transition, the path forward for the Xbox is unclear
January 30, 2026 — Source

New Xbox achievement visuals appear in Xbox Cloud Gaming — but gamers shouldn't expect any system overhauls anytime soon
A redesigned Xbox Cloud Gaming interface reveals updated achievement visuals, offering a small but noticeable refresh, but no system overhaul is planned.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for February 2 to 6
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
January 30, 2026 — Source

People of Note Welcomes Joe Zieja, Erika Ishii, Debra Wilson and More to the Cast!
Today, we're happy to announce the rest of the cast joining our pop diva protagonist on her grand adventure into stardom.
January 30, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Resident Evil Requiem Director Says Leon's Brutality Will Make Players Ask What's Wrong With Him
Koshi Nakanishi spoke about how Leon has continued to fight since his previous appearance and that he is now "world-weary".
January 30, 2026 — Source

World War Z x The Walking Dead Lurches onto Xbox Today
When two of the most iconic zombie universes collide, the result is something uniquely intense, atmospheric, and unmistakably thrilling. Today we've launched World War Z x The Walking Dead, bringing four legendary survivors into the heart‑pounding co‑op action of World War Z.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 19th, 2026

Palworld 1.0 is "Shaping Up To Be Our Biggest Update Ever," Says Pocketpair, While Teasing New Pals
Launching later this year, Update 1.0 even includes a massive new whale Pal that players can ride on en route to the World Tree.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Sequel Might Come Out This Year -- Rumour
A new rumour indicates that Respawn Entertainment and EA might reveal the sequel in May, with a release planned for September.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 15th, 2026

Bungie Confirms Marathon Release Date Following Xbox Store Leak
After a user on Reddit shared a video that leaked the release date for Marathon on the Xbox Store, Bungie has gone ahead and confirmed that its extraction shooter will indeed arrive on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, with full cross-play and cross-save support this coming March 5, 2026.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Bungie confirms Marathon release for March, hours after the Xbox store spoiled the Destiny and Halo studio's big surprise
Bungie confirms Marathon release for March, hours after the Xbox store spoiled the Destiny and Halo studio's big surprise
January 19, 2026 — Source

Bungie’s Marathon reportedly gets a March 5 release date via Xbox leak
A pre-order trailer for Bungie’s Marathon briefly appeared on an Xbox community listing, then spread across social media. Several outlets confirmed the video was visible through Xbox Clubs or a related Xbox Store page before being pulled.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Bungie's Marathon now has an official release date after earlier leak — continues its slow rebuild following early backlash
Marathon's release date is now officially locked in for March 2026.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Last years most addictive Xbox Game Pass title gets a major new update
The Regal Update brings more balls to Ball X Pit
January 19, 2026 — Source

Reports of ad-supported Xbox game streams show Microsoft’s lack of imagination
Xbox maker needs some fresher ideas for expanding access to cloud gaming.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Xbox Cloud Gaming Advert-supported Access Tier Could be Announced Soon
Last week, users of Microsoft's Xbox Cloud Gaming service noticed "one hour of ad supported play time per session" messages popping up during the launch of play sessions. Jez Corden, of Windows Central fame, believes that the popular subscription-based streaming model will offer a new product tier in the near future. The noted Xbox insider has reached out to industry contacts for comment regarding aforementioned leaks that mentioned an advert-supported branch.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Xbox Cloud Gaming Is Getting An Ad-Supported Tier For Timed Play Sessions
The current hardware landscape is a tough one for gamers, as even more price increases are likely to come this year. This challenging environment has meant that cloud gaming services have become a more enticing option, and it looks as if Microsoft is going to attempt to tap into this market by opening up its Xbox Cloud Gaming service to more users.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Xbox is preparing to bring ads to cloud gaming
Xbox appears to be laying the groundwork for ads in its cloud gaming service, according to a new report from Windows Central.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 15th, 2026

EA Play: Usher in the New Year with Rewards for Battlefield 6 and More
A new year comes with endless possibility ... and a new batch of rewards to claim, starting with Battlefield 6 — EA's latest title and the new standard of FPS combat. Purchase Battlefield 6 with your 10% member discount on the digital version of the full game and grab an EA Play Deployment Pack, EA Play Season 1 Pack, and Battle Pass XP Boost.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Seven EA Sports games join Xbox Free Play Days this weekend
The weekend is fast approaching, and the first Free Play Days promotion of 2026 has just been kicked off by Microsoft, bringing in a fresh bunch of titles for Xbox gamers to try out. The latest weekend event landed today with a whopping seven games to try. From them, only four titles are exclusive for Game Pass subscribers, while the remaining trio can be played without any sort of membership requirement.
January 15, 2026 — Source

This decade's best horror game picks up "Xbox Play Anywhere" support on PC and Xbox Ally — but ... don't download it yet
Resident Evil Village hits Xbox Game Pass on January 20, 2026. The landmark horror title concludes Ethan Winters' story, and will set the scene for Resident Evil Requiem launching on February 27, 2026.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Ultimate General: Civil War is Coming to Xbox on March 4
I am incredibly excited to announce that Ultimate General: Civil War is officially coming to Xbox consoles on March 4. For the first time, console players can experience the tactical depth of this acclaimed strategy game from the comfort of their living room.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Subscribers Can Play This Award Winning Resident Evil Game Now
Subscribers can play several other games, including Star Wars Outlaws, on Game Pass now.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Xbox Game Studios in 2026: Every Game in Development Right Now
With the PS5 getting a couple of heavy hitters this year, the Xbox must catch up if it wants to stay relevant in a gaming landscape that's become quite difficult for them. However, there's a lot to be excited about as the best of Xbox is gearing up to make its 25th anniversary an occasion to remember.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Xbox Reveals Developer_Direct 2026 Streaming Options - Broadcasting on January 22
The show will also be streamed simultaneously on regional Xbox channels around the globe, as well as on Steam. It will air on China's Bilibili platform later the next day. The YouTube stream will be broadcast in 4K/60, and as with any live broadcast, there may be dips in streaming quality based on your bandwidth.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 14th, 2026

An Update to Our Shared Commitment to Safer Gaming
Nintendo, Sony Interactive Entertainment, and Microsoft continue to collaborate to improve player safety across our platforms. We believe gaming is for everyone and strive to provide experiences that are positive and enjoyable for all, especially for our youngest players. We work to accomplish this by pursuing a multidisciplinary approach, integrating advanced technology, research-driven insights, supportive community efforts, and skilled human oversight.
January 14, 2026 — Source or Source

One of the best Xbox Play Anywhere games just got its notorious save bug fixed for Xbox Ally and Xbox PC
Death Stranding for Xbox PC has had a nasty save bug for the past few years, Microsoft, Kojima Productions, and 505 Games teamed up to get it fixed.
January 14, 2026 — Source

Oops! Microsoft possibly just leaked Xbox's Forza Horizon 6 release date with an in-game pop-up — here's when the big open-world racer might come out
Forza Horizon 6 is coming to Xbox and PC in May, if this leaked release date is real.
January 14, 2026 — Source or Source

Xbox is cooked. Why your next gaming console will be a PC
With Microsoft bored of Xbox, it's now time for PCs to shine where consoles once dominated.
January 14, 2026 — Source

Xbox Series X/S Sold Over 12 Million in First 18 Months, per Former VP's LinkedIn
These sales figures come from at-the-time vice president of global expansion, hardware and studios integration at Xbox, Mark Stanley.
January 14, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 9th, 2026

2026 Xbox Developer Direct will include Fable, Forza and more
At the tail-end of last year, Microsoft casually confirmed that they would be hosting another edition of their annual Xbox Developer Direct this January. With January 2026 here, the console maker has now made the announcement official -- confirming that Fable, Forza Horizon 6 and more will be shown off.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Always online? Free-to-play? Nope, Xbox-published action RPG wants to be a "full game" now, switching to "buy once, offline" glory: "You will own the complete experience permanently"
The Towerborne devs pivot away from their original vision
January 9, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Before winning both indie awards at The Game Awards, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's lead said "we'd rather this category went to a smaller studio"
"I don't think we really needed this [nomination], even if it's appreciated"
January 9, 2026 — Source

How Much Does Microsoft Charge To Repair An Elite Xbox Controller?
Gaming peripherals don't last forever, and controllers are no exception. With heavy use and frequent gaming sessions, Xbox controllers can be hit with all kinds of problems, like stick drift or connection issues. Replacing a broken controller isn't cheap — especially if you have the Elite Xbox Controller. Elite Series 2 controllers are designed with competitive gaming in mind, offering increased customization and performance in comparison to standard models.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Hyperkin The Competitor review: a unique mix of Xbox and PlayStation controller
I strongly believe that the best controller layout is the one that Microsoft uses in its Xbox Wireless Controller. Asymmetrical sticks are better for ergonomics, and all of my gamepads are just like that. When Hyperkin offered me the chance to take a look at The Competitor, its new DualSense-like controller, I thought it would be a great opportunity to see what the other side has to offer. The Competitor is an interesting mix of both worlds, and after several weeks of use, here are my thoughts about it.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for January 12 to 16
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
January 9, 2026 — Source

What Is The Average Lifespan Of An Xbox Controller?
While companies in the video game hardware industry tried to push motion controls several times, they all quickly realized that the best way to provide input is with a good old-fashioned controller. There have been debates over the years about which controller is the best all around, but a staple in the world of console gaming is definitely the Xbox controller.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Xbox accidentally unleashes a wave of Elder Scrolls 6 hopium while trying to hype up GTA 6 and Forza Horizon 6: "Big year for games ending in 6"
The Elder Scrolls 6 has been a nugget of a concept of an idea in peoples' minds for so long that it doesn't take much to trigger strong fan reactions. Even vaguely alluding to games with the number six in the title is enough to stir up passionate speculation from Skyrim lovers, like some sort of sleeper agent activation code, as evidenced by Xbox's maybe unintentional slip up last night.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Xbox Developer Direct 2026 Features a 'Secret' Fourth Game, Says Insider
The secret game is Kiln, a multiplayer 'pottery party-brawler' from Double Fine Productions that was conceived during one of the studio's regular 'Amnesia Fortnight' internal game jams. Kiln will be released this Spring on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S and X.
January 9, 2026 — Source or Source

Xbox is bringing Avowed to PS5
Obsidian's fantasy RPG will no longer be a console exclusive as of February 17.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 8th, 2026

Developer_Direct Returns January 22: Watch Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation Gameplay, Direct from the Studios
2026 is going to be an incredible year for Xbox players -- you might even call it a... fabled year. To celebrate, we're kicking it off with the fourth installment of our Developer_Direct broadcast on January 22, bringing you news, new gameplay, and insights directly from the incredible teams working on titles coming this year.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Fable & Forza Horizon 6 Will be Showcased During Late January Developer_Direct
2026 is going to be an incredible year for Xbox players—you might even call it a... fabled year. To celebrate, we're kicking it off with the fourth installment of our Developer_Direct broadcast on January 22, bringing you news, new gameplay, and insights directly from the incredible teams working on titles coming this year. Presented by the game creators themselves, Developer_Direct will once again give you an inside look at not just the games, but the studios working to bring them to life.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Fable will get its "first deep dive" alongside Forza Horizon 6 gameplay and more during Xbox Developer Direct later this month
Xbox has confirmed that it will once again be having a Developer Direct showcase with the first deep dive into Fable and and Forza Horizon 6 planned for January 22.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Grounded 2's Next Update Will Bring a New Biome, New and Returning Bugs, Ladybuggy
The update will see the return of wasps and ants, along with the addition of two types of earwigs for players to take on in battle.
January 8, 2026 — Source

How To Set Up An Xbox Controller On Your TV With Bluetooth
When it comes to console gaming, both PlayStation and Xbox deliver high-fidelity titles like "Red Dead Redemption 2" and "Arc Raiders" at a price point that's tough to match with a similarly spec'd gaming PC. You also get controllers with your console, which inarguably offer a more relaxed gaming experience. The Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 and the PlayStation 5 DualSense are regarded as some of the best game controllers of all time.
January 8, 2026 — Source

How to watch the Xbox Developer Direct 2026 showcase: When it starts and everything you need to know
Excited to watch Microsoft's preview of several Xbox games coming this year? Here's how to tune in.
January 8, 2026 — Source

PlayStation might be massively outselling Xbox hardware, but user engagement may tell a different story — Why even Sony can't ignore Xbox's shooter audience
Data from Alinea suggests that Xbox "shooter box" stereotypes may be real, as Xbox and PlayStation hit neck and neck on some games despite user base disparities.
January 8, 2026 — Source

The 8BitDo Pro 3 has so much nostalgic charm, but it brings back one of the cardinal sins of any gaming controller
8BitDo Pro 3 review: "The TMR tech inside this pad feels somewhat wasted"
January 8, 2026 — Source

There's a new Xbox and PC gaming showcase in town that puts games first, while saying no to paid placements — here's where, when, and how to watch it
Crimson Desert, Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Atomic Heart 2, and many more Xbox and PC games will be featured at the New Game Plus Showcase
January 8, 2026 — Source

Towerborne Launches February 26 with Massive Full Game Update
First and foremost, we at Stoic want to take a moment and salute our amazing community who joined us in the Towerborne early access journey. It's no exaggeration to say that the game would not be what it is without our community. Thank you to every Ace for your valuable feedback, passion, ideas and dedication which shaped Towerborne into our full game release.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Upcoming Xbox Developer Direct show promises the "first deep dive" into Fable — "It's time to show you more. Much more."
Xbox's next Developer Direct offers long-awaited details for Fable, alongside Forza Horizon 6, and others.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Xbox Ally X is available again at Best Buy — order now for immediate shipping and have the handheld delivered as fast as possible
The Xbox Ally X, one of our favorite premium gaming handhelds for playing AAA Xbox and PC games on the go, has found new stock at Best Buy, just in time to start 2026 with a bang.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Xbox Developer Direct Returns This Month, Will Feature a Look at Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and Game Freak's New Non-Pokemon Game
Xbox has announced the return of its Xbox Developer Direct event on January 22, 2026, which so far looks to be a Playground Games-focused event with a look at both Forza Horizon 6 and Fable, though tagging along and not to be outdone is Pokemon developer Game Freak, which will be showcasing its upcoming non-Pokemon game, Beast of Reincarnation.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Subscribers Can Play This Award Winning Resident Evil Game Now
Subscribers can play several other games, including Star Wars Outlaws, on Game Pass now.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Xbox showcase with Fable and Forza Horizon 6 gameplay lands in two weeks
While it didn't have much to show at The Game Awards 2025 presentation last month, Microsoft teased that it will have a brand-new Developer_Direct event in January. Now, the company has gone ahead and confirmed what fans will get to see at the event and the date it's happening on.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Xbox's Developer Direct returns on January 22nd with Fable and Forza Horizon 6 gameplay
The new installments in two of Microsoft's biggest Xbox franchises are releasing this year.
January 8, 2026 — Source or Source or Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 7th, 2026

2XKO on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S -- Here Are 15 Must Know Things
After launching on PC, Riot Games' free-to-play fighting game is finally coming to consoles. Here's what you should know.
January 7, 2026 — Source

ARC Raiders Went From Free-to-Play to $40 Because of Helldivers 2
"Given how much time they seem to spend in the game, I hope people feel like we've given them value for money," says Patrick Söderlund.
January 7, 2026 — Source

EXCLUSIVE: Fallout 3 is getting a remaster after all, and New Vegas is, too — but that's not what the TV show's countdown timer is for
Fallout 3 and New Vegas are getting remasters, though we know next to nothing about them right now.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Explore a Galaxy Far, Far Away in Star Wars Outlaws on Xbox Game Pass Now
Some Game Pass subscribers can play Resident Evil Village soon, too.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Fallout 3 And New Vegas Remakes, Wolfenstein 3, New Warcraft Mobile Games Are Rumored
Microsoft is cooking up a lot of new games, it appears.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Fallout 3 is Getting The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Treatment – Rumor
It also seems that Fallout: New Vegas will receive a remaster, though it's unknown whether Obsidian Entertainment is involved.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Fallout 3's iconic VATS system almost didn't make it into the RPG in time, and Bethesda was worried no one would even want to use it: "Is this even fun?"
"We only just got that working by the time it shipped"
January 7, 2026 — Source

Fallout New Vegas and Fallout 3 Remakes Will Arrive “Eventually,” According to New Report
After Bethesda gave The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion the Unreal Engine 5 remaster treatment with The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, according to a new report from Jez Corden at Windows Central, both Fallout 3 and Fallout New Vegas are due for the same treatment "eventually."
January 7, 2026 — Source

Fortnite and Call of Duty dominated 2025 on Xbox and PlayStation — and show once again why Steam player counts don't always tell the story
The most played games of 2025 are exactly the same as 2024, albeit in a different order. Not one of them is that surprising.
January 7, 2026 — Source

How to set up parental controls for Xbox Ally and other Windows-based devices for safer gaming
Learn how to manage screen time limits, app restrictions, spending controls, and online safety across Windows handhelds, including the Xbox Ally.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 (SteamOS) versus Xbox Ally X: Which is the best handheld gaming PC?
The new SteamOS Legion Go 2 offers a very different playing experience from the Xbox Ally X, but which one should you actually buy? Here's how they compare.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Next Xbox -- Microsoft Reportedly Prepping "Major Updates" for Windows 11 Full Screen Experience
Existing Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S titles will still apparently run on the hardware, with the promise of backwards compatibility.
January 7, 2026 — Source

The Blood of Dawnwalker Director Says "Our Vampires Are Different" From Other Depictions
Traditional aspects of vampire lore like silver, sunlight, and garlic will "work in different ways," said director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz.
January 7, 2026 — Source

There's a new Xbox and PC gaming showcase in town that puts games first, while saying no to paid placements — here's where, when, and how to watch it
Crimson Desert, Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Atomic Heart 2, and many more Xbox and PC games will be featured at the New Game Plus Showcase
January 7, 2026 — Source

Xbox Gear Shop finally gives an update after being closed for five months — something special for Xbox's 25th anniversary?
Microsoft's official online store for Xbox-branded merchandise is coming back soon with new and old gear
January 7, 2026 — Source

Xbox in 2026 — What to expect from Team Green this year, and beyond
It's an interesting, and potentially pivotal year for Xbox in 2026. After a somewhat unprecedented year of negative headlines, Xbox has an opportunity to turn it around this year.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 6th, 2026

8BitDo Ultimate 3E Modular Xbox Controller Can Swap Buttons And Joysticks On The Fly
8BitDo is releasing an evolved version of its Ultimate 3 controller this summer, and it's aimed squarely at the high-end gamepad market—meet the 8BitDo Ultimate 3E. The Ultimate 3E builds upon the foundation of the Ultimate 3 with two additional bumpers, swappable D-Pad, and even swappable face buttons. Like Ultimate 3, Ultimate 3E also has hall-effect triggers and analog sticks, though Ultimate 3E has further upgraded the triggers with an actuation adjustment slider, and the analogs to higher-precision also-driftless TMR sticks.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Cloud gaming with Xbox Game Pass is coming to Hisense and TCL TVs later this year
It'll be easier to game than ever on V homeOS and Google TV hardware.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Star Wars Outlaws, Resident Evil Village, and More
Brews & Bastards is an intoxicating, twin-stick shooter, overflowing with action-packed combat, potent brews and outlandish bosses. Select from a group of inebriated heroes and descend, drink, and destroy your way through hordes of drunken demons in search of the stolen Brew Stone.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined to release a free demo on Xbox this week — progress can even be carried into the full game with a bonus reward
Play an early portion of the upcoming remake of Dragon Quest VII with a new playable set to be released on January 7, 2026.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Grand Theft Auto 6 is the Most Anticipated 2026 Release for Many Japanese Developers
Many Japanese developers expressed the belief that Grand Theft Auto 6's release will mark the start of a new generation for gaming.
January 6, 2026 — Source

HyperX made a Hit Box-style leverless fight stick with native Xbox compatibility and TMR sensors — it's (obviously) drift-proof and customizable with 3D printers
The HyperX Clutch Tachi features a detachable faceplate, and you can design your own replacement using 3D-printable blueprints.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Lies of P Developer Plans to Introduce "Successful IP" Over Next Five or Ten Years
"The Lies of P franchise will need to be continued. That's a given," said NEOWIZ co-CEO Sean Kim in an interview discussing the future.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village heads to Xbox Game Pass as January headliners
It's a new year, and it has been a few weeks since Microsoft's game subscription platform, Xbox Game Pass, received any new titles. That's changing today, as a brand-new wave of games has just been announced, and it includes some heavy hitters like Star Wars Outlaws, Resident Evil Village, and Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition. Even the original Final Fantasy from Square Enix, with modernizations, is included in this month's additions.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source or Source

What to expect from Xbox in 2026: Fable, Gears of War, and several huge anniversaries that Microsoft should celebrate
Opinion | After setting a low bar in 2025, Microsoft needs to aim higher
January 6, 2026 — Source

Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming to Hisense Smart TVs in 2026 — for gamers who can't afford an Xbox console after the price hikes?
Soon, you will be able to stream critically acclaimed Xbox titles on V homeOS-powered Smart TVs.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Announces First Game Library Updates of 2026
Welcome to the new year, friends! Happy to be back with more games and more fun. Let's get to it!
January 6, 2026 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Starts 2026 with a "Damn Good Month," Adding RE Village, Star Wars: Outlaws, and More
The first batch of Xbox Game Pass games for 2026 has been revealed, with a strong lineup of seven games joining the service, including Resident Evil Village and Star Wars: Outlaws, and three titles already included in the service at the Ultimate tier now available at the second-rung, Premium tier.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Xbox Game Pass Takes You to a Galaxy Far, Far Away in Star Wars Outlaws
Game Pass subscribers can play other games, like Resident Evil Village and Atomfall, starting in January, too.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 5th, 2026

Arc Raiders Dev Defends Use Of AI Yet Again
"People have to take a step back and understand what it is and how it can be a big help to developers and be a tremendous benefit to players."
January 5, 2026 — Source

Arc Raiders Player Screaming For Help Gets Frantic Visit From Real-Life Neighbor
The neighbor, apparently a firefighter, just wanted to see if the player needed help extracting from the building.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Audeze upgrades its Maxwell gaming headset with magnetic ear pads
The Maxwell 2 gaming headset costs $329 with support for PlayStation and $349 for Xbox.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Bright Memory devs officially unveil their next project
Bright Memory Infinite was one of the first Xbox Series X games to be shown off all the way back in 2020. While the game did not blow up in popularity, it seemed to have achieved what it set out to -- all the while getting a bunch of major and welcome updates. Half a decade on however and the team have moved over to their next project -- which is said to be a "3rd person action shooter set in Republic of China."
January 5, 2026 — Source

GTA 6 Is Already My Most Anticipated Game of 2026, And It's Not Even Close
With this feature, we dive deep into the excitement surrounding Grand Theft Auto 6 and list down 10 big reasons why it's our most anticipated game of the year.
January 5, 2026 — Source

There Will Soon Be Another Way To Play Xbox Games Without An Xbox
Microsoft continues to expand beyond the console.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Wccftech's Most Anticipated Shooter Games of 2026 -- The Year of Xbox Studios?
2025 was an explosive year for shooter games. The schedule of the new year is also quite juicy, mostly thanks to Xbox Studios releasing two games based on its heavy-hitting shooter franchises in the same year: Halo Campaign Evolved and Gears of War E-Day. Those two, plus Bungie's Marathon, are arguably the most anticipated shooter games of 2026 based on what we currently know, but history has shown there can always be interesting surprises throughout the year. Scroll down below to read our full shortlist and the honorable mentions, too.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Xbox App Coming to Select Hisense & V homeOS-powered Smart TVs
As we step into the new year, many of us are looking for fresh ways to play, connect, and explore. That's why we're excited to announce a new partnership with V (formerly VIDAA) that expands where your gaming adventures can happen: the Xbox app is coming to select Hisense and V homeOS-powered Smart TVs in 2026. This partnership is all about giving you more freedom and flexibility to play how you want. Xbox Game Pass subscribers—including Ultimate, Premium, and Essential subscribers—will be able to stream hundreds of games, from new releases to fan favorites, directly through the Xbox app on supported TVs via Xbox Cloud Gaming.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Xbox to Bring Cloud Gaming to Select Hisense and V homeOS-powered Smart TVs
As we step into the new year, many of us are looking for fresh ways to play, connect, and explore. That's why we're excited to announce a new partnership with V (formerly VIDAA) that expands where your gaming adventures can happen: the Xbox app is coming to select Hisense and V homeOS-powered Smart TVs in 2026.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Xbox veteran Albert Penello has passed away
The Microsoft alumnus died aged 53 after a battle with cancer
January 5, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — January 2nd, 2026

Xbox Faced Its Worst Year in UK History With Console Sales Dropping 39 Percent
Microsoft closes out 2025 in the worst way for its console line-up, prompting concerns despite a stacked 2026 release schedule.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — December 26th, 2025

Xbox Ally starter guide: 7 essential steps every new owner should do first
Did you get a shiny new Xbox Ally or Xbox Ally X recently? If so, consider following these steps to improve your experience before diving into those similarly shiny games.
December 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — December 21st, 2025

GTA 6 Reportedly Features "Many Planned Features" Typically Found in MMORPGs
Former Star Wars: The Old Republic producer Richard Vogel claims Rockstar's open-world title "could evolve into an MMORPG."
December 21, 2025 — Source

My 2026 New Year's resolution is to finally play these 8 Xbox and PC games in my backlog — mostly because new releases are getting too expensive
From modern hits I skipped out on to revisiting childhood classics, here are my top priority Xbox and PC games from my backlog I plan to finally play and beat in 2026.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — December 19th, 2025

A Nintendo Wii-like console that's giving the PS5 and Xbox Series X a run for their money wants to succeed where the Mario maker failed: "We are standing on a giant's shoulder"
"they only buy Wii Fit, Wii Sports and not many others... that's a bit of a problem"
December 19, 2025 — Source

Gears of War: E-Day is The Coalition's Most Ambitious Project
On behalf of the team at The Coalition and our partner studios Sumo Digital and Disbelief Games, we'd like to say thanks for playing! Whether you've been with us since 2006 or you picked up a Lancer for the first time this year on a new platform, you're a part of the Gears family and we salute you for spending time with us.
December 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Getting Started with Xbox Cloud Gaming
Consoles and PCs now have a powerful new partner offering even more ways to play: the cloud. With Xbox Cloud Gaming, you have access to a huge and dynamic library of the latest and greatest titles, wherever there's a compatible screen, a stable internet connection, and a cloud-supported Xbox Game Pass subscription.
December 19, 2025 — Source

'Giving the Covenant Back Their Bomb' To 'Ensure Halo's New Era Doesn't Fail': Halo 2 and 3 Remakes Are Reportedly in The Works
Although the Halo series has faced some challenges lately, it's undeniable that the franchise remains one of the most popular modern gaming series ever. Halo Studios is well aware of the current general perception of their series, and by reportedly "giving the Covenant back their bomb", and remaking Halo 2 and Halo 3, it wants to ensure the franchise's new era doesn't fail with a new game whose reception is uncertain.
December 19, 2025 — Source

"I did not see it coming. I was absolutely blindsided" — star of Xbox's canceled Perfect Dark reboot and the next Tomb Raider shares her "devastating" story
As Alix Wilton-Regan moves on from Perfect Dark to Tomb Raider, she reveals how shocking Xbox's cancelation was.
December 19, 2025 — Source

"Is there a place and what's the right one?" Bethesda's Todd Howard suggests iconic Fallout actor could come to the TV show — he might even be in Season 2
Ron Perlman has a role in nearly every Fallout game, and may have one in the TV show, too.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Master Chief Drives Warthog Onto Football Field, Performs Coin Toss At Xbox Bowl
Here are some scenes and stories from the first-ever Xbox Bowl in Texas.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Outbreak: Shades of Horror Gifts Co-op Festive Frights on Xbox Series X|S Today
This year's festive feast is being served with an extra heaping of zombie flesh! My name is Julia Wolbach, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Dead Drop Studios. I'm overjoyed to welcome you to the doomed city of Cypress Ridge just in time for the holidays because Outbreak: Shades of Horror is releasing on Xbox Series X|S today!
December 19, 2025 — Source

Perfect Dark Hit Milestones "That the Client Was Really Happy With" Before Cancellation
Voice actor of Perfect Dark protagonist Joanna Wilton-Regan recounted her time working on the game, and her surprise at its cancellation.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Starfield's Second DLC Reportedly Pushed Back Because Of GTA 6 Delay
The word is out about a closed-door preview of the changes coming in Starfield's second DLC.
December 19, 2025 — Source

The 25 Best Xbox Games Right Now
Whether you're gaming on an Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S or streaming with Xbox Cloud Gaming, CNET's experts have rounded up the best Xbox games for you in 2025 and beyond.
December 19, 2025 — Source

The Journey of BlazBlue Entropy Effect X
From day one, the team at 91Act carried an ambitious vision: to stand out on the global stage of action game development. Even their name, "91Act," is a pun of the phrase "Jiu Yao ACT" (means "We only want to make ACT games") in Chinese -- a nod to the team's desire to express creativity freely in the 2D action game scene.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Xbox reportedly not doing a player wrap-up for 2025 due to marketing budget reallocation
Popularised by the likes of Spotify, most services nowadays offer their users a year-in-review of sorts, in which you can learn about your consumption habits from the past 12 months. While Xbox has offered wrap-ups for previous years, an insider is claiming that budget reallocations have led to Microsoft cancelling 2025's Xbox year-in-review.
December 19, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — Xbox — December 15th, 2025

Divinity: Original Sin 2 Definitive Edition Xbox Series X|S version is now live with 60 FPS — and it's a free upgrade for existing owners
Larian Studios' Divinity: Original Sin 2 Definitive Edition has a free upgrade, now live on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Hyperkin Competitor Review: Satisfactory Budget Controller For PC And Xbox
Hyperkin has tons of controllers for popular consoles, including Xbox, Nintendo, and PlayStation, and a lot of those target the budget/mid-range segment. One such new controller arrived this October, offering a layout that is a hybrid of Xbox and PlayStation controllers, but is meant for Xbox consoles and PC. I have always liked the location of analog sticks on the PlayStation controllers, and The Competitor brings exactly that, but you get the Xbox face button layout as you would expect.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Microsoft's Xbox Ally X handheld shows ambition and promise, even if the execution isn't ready for prime time
Bold vision, shaky execution — classic Microsoft.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Preview: Death Howl brings tense tactical horror to Xbox and PC, where survival meets the pain of grief
Indie horror gets loud — Death Howl is here to make you scream.
December 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Best Games of 2025 — The Windows Central team ranks our favorite titles across Xbox and Windows PC
Hey gang, Jez here with a round-up of our favorite Xbox and PC games for 2025, alongside some strong honorable mentions you should definitely check out.
December 15, 2025 — Source

This massive FPS game I love is getting a surprise DLC-style content update this week — it got a huge Xbox sale just in time (UPDATE: It's delayed)
STALKER 2's new "Storied Untold" patch is adding a big new storyline with new quests, locations, loot, and more.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Xbox Developer Direct confirmed for January 2026
One of the few decisions made by Xbox in recent years which has turned out to be a success has been the launching of their Xbox Developer Direct Showcase. Having taken place in January of 2024 and 2025, it comes as little surprise that Microsoft is planning a 2026 edition of the showcase -- now confirmed to be going live next month.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — December 12th, 2025

After Black Ops 7 Disappoints, Xbox Boss Says Annual Call Of Duty Releases Are "Really Difficult"
Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty also stated that he's "really proud" of the game.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Amid The Game Awards hubbub, Xbox quietly announces a January Developer Direct featuring the Fable and Forza Horizon 6 studio
Playground Games is on a roll
December 12, 2025 — Source

EA's $55 Billion Sale Price Reflects Gaming's "Place In Modern Entertainment," Xbox Boss Says
"Games have really become a foundational part of entertainment."
December 12, 2025 — Source

Erangel: Subzero — A New Chapter of Survival Arrives in PUBG This December
Erangel, PUBG's most iconic battleground, is about to face transformation unlike anything players have seen before. With the Erangel: Subzero update, the familiar landscapes of the island are plunged into a deep freeze, reshaping not only the map's atmosphere but also the core survival experience. This update is more than a visual refresh; it expands the lore of the PUBG universe, evolves gameplay in meaningful ways, and marks the beginning of an ongoing environmental shift that will continue to unfold over time.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Gears Of War: E-Day Is Still Coming In 2026, Microsoft Assures Fans
The upcoming Gears of War prequel may have skipped The Game Awards, but E-Day remains on track for next year.
December 12, 2025 — Source

I finally looked up translations for Expedition 33's main songs — I had no idea how much they gave away the plot this whole time
PSA: Don't look up the lyric translations to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's main songs before beating the game. They give away the story.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Captures Iconic Eras of Batman, Pre-Order Today
The Caped Crusader, the World's Greatest Detective, DC's Dark Knight — whatever name you prefer, Batman has transcended the medium in which he was created and become modern day folklore; a tale we are all so familiar with, that stands shoulder to shoulder with ancient myths and legends… but this legend only comes out at night and has a really cool car.
December 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Lords of the Fallen 2 Will Allow Players to Chop Of All the Limbs Off Enemies
The studio's creative strategist also spoke about striking a balance between character-focused narrative and environmental storytelling.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Wishes Xbox Game Pass Subscribers a Bloody Christmas With Mortal Kombat 1
"Get over here!" and celebrate the holidays with Scorpion.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for December 15 to 19
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
December 12, 2025 — Source

No Law Developers Were Aware That it Would Draw Comparisons With Cyberpunk 2077
The game's creative directors emphasised that No Law will focus on being a more intimate experience with tongue-in-cheek writing.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Ontos is "Not Really a Horror Game in the Traditional Sense" Says Creative Director
Ontos will take players to the moon base Samsara where protagonist Aditi will partake in strange morality-questioning Experiments.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Romero Games working on smaller shooter that borrows from its cancelled project
"We have 50 million worth of game that we can take pieces out of and put into a brand new indie game"
December 12, 2025 — Source

Tomb Raider: Catalyst's Story Will Take Place "Years After" Tomb Raider: Underworld
Game director Will Kerslake has also confirmed that the reboot trilogy will serve as Lara Croft's origin story going forward.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Is Still a Brutal Masterpiece a Year Later
Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment have done fairly well to keep Titus' latest fight alive over the past year, and it looks like there's going to be another year of additions to Space Marine 2. But is it all worth your time and money?
December 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Xbox Ally X Durability Test: Is It Worth the Price Tag?
The Xbox Ally X, a $1,000 handheld gaming console co-branded with ROG, positions itself as a premium alternative to the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck. Designed as a portable Windows-based gaming device, it promises high performance, modularity, and durability. However, its steep price and certain design choices raise questions about its overall value when compared to its competitors.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Xbox Developer Direct Confirmed For January 2026, But It Won't Have Everything
2026 is the 25th anniversary of Xbox, and Microsoft has a lot planned.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Xbox leadership gets a shake-up in 2026 — current CFO Tim Stuart transitions to COO of ZeniMax Media
Tim Stuart will be COO of ZeniMax in 2026, with Xavier Pokorzynski stepping into the role of Microsoft Gaming CFO.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — December 11th, 2025

The best Xbox controller to buy right now
From basic and affordable to premium and ultra-customizable, these are the best controllers we've tested for Xbox.
December 11, 2025 — Source

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim's Recent Live Action Trailer Believed by Fans to Tease The Elder Scrolls 6
While fans are speculating that The Elder Scrolls 6 might be coming out in 2027, other fans are noting that this might be reaching.
December 11, 2025 — Source

The Official Fallout Pip-Boy Xbox Controller Is Now Available To Preorder
Brave the wasteland with this Fallout-inspired Xbox controller.
December 11, 2025 — Source

The Xbox Year in Review is still MIA, but don't worry, TrueAchievements is here to save the day
Look back on all your accomplishments and find out which is your most-played Xbox game of 2025 with My Year On Xbox powered by TrueAchievements
December 11, 2025 — Source

Vault Boy has seen some things, and it shows on this new Xbox Design Lab controller
Vault Boy's trauma is showing on this new Xbox Design Lab controller
December 11, 2025 — Source

Why Is the Splinter Cell Remake Still Taking So Long?
Is Splinter Cell Remake still happening? Yes, apparently, but we have no idea when exactly.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Xbox Free Play Days has Hunter: Call of the Wild and more games to try this weekend
Another weekend is almost here, and Microsoft is back on schedule with another bunch of games for Xbox gamers to try out. The latest Free Play Days event landed today with three more games to play until the promotion's end. From the trio, only a single title is exclusive for Game Pass subscribers, while the remaining two games can be played without any sort of membership requirement.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Xbox suffers a brutal 69% drop in Pornhub traffic as PlayStation dominates
Yes, some people watch porn on their consoles
December 11, 2025 — Source

Xbox's Age of Empires and Age of Mythology: Retold are getting more expansions in 2026 — including these fan-favorite factions
Age of Empires 4 is getting Vikings in 2026, while Age of Empires 2 and Age of Mythology: Retold are heading to South America.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — December 5th, 2025

Clockwork Revolution is the "Most Complex Game" Brian Fargo Has Ever Worked On
The complexity, according to Fargo, comes from the level of character creation as well as the world's reactivity to players' actions.
December 5, 2025 — Source

'Don't Bother Guessing. You're Not Going to Guess Right' — Tim Cain, One of the Creators of the Original Fallout, Has Rejoined Xbox Studio Obsidian to Work on a Mystery Project
Tim Cain, one of the creators of the original Fallout video game, has rejoined Xbox studio Obsidian Entertainment to work on a mystery project.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Reportedly Boosting Xbox Production Output, Linked to Tentative Foxconn Vietnam Expansion
Two days ago, a low-key Reuters news article described recent efforts made by Fushan Technology (a Foxconn subsidiary) and Luxshare-ICT (a Chinese firm) to expand games console production facilities in Vietnam. Insiders believe that Fushan Tech is seeking permission to bolster an existing plant—leaked documents, submitted to a local government body, mention a major manufacturing goal. Once permitted, the Foxconn off-shoot supposedly wants to produce "up to 4.8 million Microsoft Xbox gaming devices (per annum), as well as "parts of the consoles, and other unspecified electromagnetic devices." Allegedly, Luxshare-ICT has lodged a similar request—pending a decision regarding an upgraded facility's annual "(up to) 4.5 million game consoles" production target.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for December 8 to 12
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
December 5, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally X versus Legion Go 2: Is OLED Worth The Extra Cash?
Handheld gaming has reached new heights, offering devices that deliver console-quality experiences in a portable format. Among the leading options are the ROG Xbox Ally X and the Lenovo Legion Go 2, two Windows-based gaming devices tailored to different user preferences. While the Ally X emphasizes comfort and simplicity, the Legion Go 2 focuses on versatility and premium features. In the video below, Jon Valiagas gives us a detailed comparison to help us decide which device aligns best with your gaming needs.
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Elder Scrolls 6 Creative Director Believes Grand Theft Auto 6 Will Come Out First
"I've got my fingers crossed for [Grand Theft Auto 6]," said Todd Howard when asked if it will come out before The Elder Scrolls 6.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — December 3rd, 2025

Call Of Duty Is Underperforming In 2025, Analyst Says, Citing Burnout, Creative Decisions, And AI Slop
"Xbox dropped the ball on the wrong year."
December 3, 2025 — Source

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is the Biggest New Third-Party Game Launch on Xbox Game Pass of 2025
Fresh from sweeping the Golden Joysticks and poised to do the same at The Game Awards, Sandfall Interactive's phenomenal debut RPG is one of the most buzzed-about releases of the year, so it should surprise no one when we announce that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the biggest new third-party game launch on Xbox Game Pass of 2025. That's based on the number of unique users in the first 30 days of its availability, which means a huge number of Xbox players joined Maelle, Gustave, Esquie, and the gang on their journey right from the beginning.
December 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 lead says Xbox Game Pass "lowered that barrier of entry" for his turn-based RPG, a genre that "might put people who prefer more real-time action games off"
"They could just try it and see how it feels"
December 3, 2025 — Source

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Wasn't Just An Enormous Sales Success, It Was Also The Biggest New Third-Party Launch on Xbox Game Pass in 2025, Despite Launching Two Days After The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
The highly-acclaimed Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 just added yet another accolade to its name — as it's now the biggest new third-party game launch on Xbox Game Pass in 2025.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Hela's Cozy Co-op Gameplay Presented During BIG Winter Showcase
Hela is a cozy co-op adventure where you play as a tiny mouse on a heartfelt mission to help a kind witch and the land she cares for. Explore freely, solve creative puzzles, and use teamwork—or the clever Shade System—to find the small wonders tucked throughout the world.
December 3, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

How would you improve Xbox PC? Falconeer dev Tomas Sala imagines a more community-focused Xbox PC experience, for devs and players — "I would love to see that."
Tomas Sala, developer of The Falconeer and Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles, talks with Windows Central about improvements he'd like to see on Xbox PC store.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Nightdive Explains How the Game's Original Source Code Transformed Blood: Refreshed Supply
On the surface, Blood: Refreshed Supply may not seem all that different from 2019's Blood: Fresh Supply. Both are remasters of the 1997 horror FPS from Monolith Productions, courtesy of the remaster specialists at Nightdive Studios.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Red Dead Redemption -- Xbox Series X/S Players Facing Issues in Getting Free Upgrade for Xbox 360 Version
Rockstar Games has acknowledged that Xbox players have been facing issues, and is working with Microsoft to resolve this as soon as it can.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Red Dead Redemption's free Xbox Series X upgrade is currently broken with fans baffled after being asked to buy the whole game again, but Rockstar is "working with Microsoft to resolve it"
Don't pay full price, the free version is on its way
December 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox Cloud Gaming datamine reveals Microsoft has been quietly removing "Stream Your Own Games" — and a possible new Xbox dashboard?
You can now buy games to play specifically on Xbox Cloud Gaming, but it seems that Microsoft still has the capacity to remove games from the service. What if you purchased it specifically for cloud gaming?
December 3, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 30th, 2025

Next Dead Rising in Development Since 2023, Features Frank West and New Hollywood Setting -- Rumor
The sequel reportedly features a new zombie virus, a villainous film director, and returning mechanics like the time limit.
November 30, 2025 — Source

ROG Ally X Update Boost Performance, Adds Core Controls, Smart Xbox Profiles & More
What if your handheld gaming device could adapt to your every move, delivering peak performance when you need it most and conserving energy when you don't? The latest update for the ROG Xbox Ally X is here to do just that, promising a massive performance boost that could redefine how you game on the go. Packed with innovative enhancements like game-specific optimization profiles and advanced performance controls, this update isn't just an incremental improvement, it's a fantastic option. Whether you're tackling the high-octane chaos of Call of Duty: Warzone or exploring the magical world of Hogwarts Legacy, this update ensures your device is running at its absolute best, no matter the challenge.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 29th, 2025

Microsoft and Crocs release limited-edition Xbox-themed footwear for $80 — black Classic Clogs with Xbox-style controller charms
*Console not included.
November 29, 2025 — Source

Saints Row creator admits he took Grand Theft Auto's design "wholesale," but feels there were "enough differentiating factors" overall; "Am I playing a GTA game? No! But I kinda feel like I am"
Chris Stockman also says the game wouldn't have been as successful if GTA 4 had already launched on Xbox 360
November 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 26th, 2025

30 Must-Play Xbox Series X Games You Can't Skip [2025 Edition]
Despite continuously losing out to PlayStation, Microsoft's eighth-gen console has built up a solid library of must-play games.
November 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Asus and Xbox roll out 'Default Game Profiles' preview update for ROG Xbox Ally
The collaboration between Asus and Microsoft continues to deepen with a significant software update for the ROG Xbox Ally series of handhelds. The latest patch, which is available now in preview, introduces a feature designed to remove the guesswork from balancing performance and battery life.
November 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Could Death Stranding 2 ever come to Xbox? A recent PC rating for Hideo Kojima's sequel makes it a far more realistic possibility
Death Stranding 2's early PC rating arrives much sooner than the first game's rollout, suggesting the sequel could reach PC and later Xbox far earlier than expected.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Housing in World of Warcraft Is Giving Players a Huge Creative Suite to Make Azeroth Their Own
When it comes to hotly anticipated World of Warcraft updates, few have sizzled for longer than Player Housing -- a feature that will bring liveable homes and dynamic neighbourhoods to the ever-evolving world of Azeroth. And the best news? It's almost here -- scheduled to land in the final patch of The War Within starting on December 2.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Indie Selects for November 2025 (and More Cool Things!)
The holiday season is here, and the ID@Xbox team is excited to share this month's Indie Selects! Before we dive in, we want to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support of independent games on Xbox as we celebrate the second year of this program. Thank you for exploring our staff picks and for championing the incredible creators who make these experiences possible.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Master Chief Design Took Nine Tries To Get Right: "It Took Forever," Creator Says
"I went through so many ringers to try to find the right look, the right feel."
November 23, 2025 — Source

Rockstar Games Co-Founder Left Due to Disagreement With Brother About Studio's Direction -- Rumour
Well-regarded Grand Theft Auto leaker Tez2 noted that if Dan Houser wanted to leave over union busting he would have done it in 2018.
November 23, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally, Xbox Ally X Get Default Game Profiles That Automate Tweaking Performance Settings
The feature is available in preview right now, and is launching with support for 40 games including Hollow Knight: Silksong and Fortnite.
November 23, 2025 — Source

We Bullied Microsoft Into Making Its Handheld Feel More Like an Xbox
No console should make players adjust graphics settings per game to get a good experience.
November 23, 2025 — Source

World's Most Expensive Copy Of Fortnite Just Sold For An Eye-Popping Sum
Someone paid tens of thousands of dollars for a 2017 copy of the game.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Xbox Cloud Gaming Expands to More Countries, Is Increasingly Popular Among Game Pass Users
Today, Microsoft announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming launched in India, the world's fastest-growing gaming market with over 500 million gamers as of 2025, earlier this month. In total, Xbox Cloud Gaming is now available in the following 29 countries: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Xbox Cloud Gaming Usage Is Way Up, Microsoft Says
Microsoft has released some new data points that highlight how Xbox Cloud Gaming is growing. The company said in a blog post that cloud gaming hours from Game Pass members increased by 45% compared to the same time in 2024. Additionally, Microsoft said cloud gaming users on console are spending 45% more time streaming games via the cloud and 24% more on other devices.
November 23, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Xbox ROG Ally Can Now Automatically Fine-Tune Frame Rate, Power Consumption
The preview launch covers first-party games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and 7, Forza Horizon 5, Gears of War: Reloaded, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and more.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 22nd, 2025

Everything you Need to Know about Samurai Academy: Paws of Fury
Hello Xbox fans! Thanks for reading. I am thrilled to announce that our game Samurai Academy: Paws of Fury, which is based on the "Paws of Fury" movie, is out now on Xbox Series X|S, just in time for the holidays. Whether you're playing solo or teaming up in local co-op with your friends and family, we wanted the game to feel fun-packed, wacky, and full of surprises. So, let me tell you a little bit about our game.
November 22, 2025 — Source

Nacon Launches Xbox Controller Revolution X Unlimited Anniversary Edition
To mark the anniversary of the Xbox 360, NACON, designer of premium gaming accessories, is celebrating video game history alongside Xbox with a Revolution X Unlimited controller in the legendary Xbox 360 colors. Xbox and PC players can now pre-order this anniversary edition on nacongaming.com.
November 22, 2025 — Source

This Xbox and PC controller doesn't get enough attention — it's packed with the latest tech and costs so much less than the competition
The GameSir G7 Pro is a near-perfect controller for both Xbox and PC gaming with its Hall Effect Triggers, TMR thumbsticks, comfy ergonomics, and other worthwhile features
November 22, 2025 — Source

The Top 20 Games That Defined the Xbox 360
Not necessarily the best -- but yes, all of them are great.
November 22, 2025 — Source

Xbox Full Screen Experience Comes to Every Windows PC
After expanding the Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) to third-party handhelds, Microsoft is now offering regular Windows PCs the opportunity to play games using Xbox FSE. With the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (KB5070307) to the Dev and Beta channels, Xbox FSE can now be accessed on laptops, desktops, and tablets that aren't traditional handhelds like the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally. Users with KB5070307 and the Xbox app installed can navigate to Game Bar > Settings or press Win + F11 to toggle Xbox FSE.
November 22, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 21st, 2025

A Balatro-Like Slots Machine Game Surprise-Launched On Xbox Game Pass
The roguelike has sold over 1 million copies on Steam.
November 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Amid Concern Over Steam Machine Price, Former Xbox Exec Calls on Valve to 'Please Just Let Third-Parties Use SteamOS' to Make the Hardware With Different Configurations
"SteamOS will take off and your Store revenue will only go up."
November 21, 2025 — Source

Don't like Xbox Full Screen Experience on your handheld? — Stop it from booting or replace it with your favorite game launcher
XFSE is now available for all Windows handhelds, but if it's not to your taste, AnyFSE can make another game launcher boot at startup.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Football Manager 26 Console: 7 Tips For New and Returning Players
Football Manager 26 Console is out now, ready for you to step into the dugout and take your favourite team to footballing glory.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Former Xbox exec and Blizzard boss urges Valve to "please just let 3rd parties use SteamOS" to make their own Steam Machines: "SteamOS will take off and your Store revenue will only go up"
Although some argue that goes against what the Steam Deck's best asset is
November 21, 2025 — Source

Microsoft is now testing the Xbox full screen experience on all Windows 11 PCs
Third-party tool unlocks the controller-friendly interface for everyone
November 21, 2025 — Source

Microsoft launches Xbox full screen experience preview for Windows 11 gaming PCs — expanding beyond handhelds for the first time
You can now try out the new Xbox full screen experience mode on a Windows 11-powered gaming PC, as Microsoft expands support beyond handhelds.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Microsoft makes Full Screen Experience available to all Windows 11 gaming handhelds — highly requested feature no longer exclusive to the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X
Windows Insiders can soon get in on the fun, too.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Rolls Out Xbox Full Screen Experience To All Windows 11 Handhelds
During the recent Xbox Partner Preview, Microsoft announced several upcoming Xbox and PC games, but also highlighted that the Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) would be rolling out to all PC gaming handhelds and eventually expanding to other Windows 11 PCs through the Windows Insider Program.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Nacon Launches Xbox Controller Revolution X Unlimited Anniversary Edition
To mark the anniversary of the Xbox 360, NACON, designer of premium gaming accessories, is celebrating video game history alongside Xbox with a Revolution X Unlimited controller in the legendary Xbox 360 colors. Xbox and PC players can now pre-order this anniversary edition on nacongaming.com.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Spikeball Smash Brings the Party to Xbox Today
If you don't live near a beach, you might not know roundnet, the clever twist on volleyball invented by Jeff Knurek in 1989. The game simmered for years, then exploded when Spikeball was founded. It took over college quads, grew into a pro circuit, and now it's coming for a new arena: your Xbox.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Starting today, Full Screen Experience for Windows 11 PCs is available for Xbox Insiders!
Today the full screen experience (FSE) is generally available on Windows 11 handhelds currently in market, bringing performance optimizations and the ability to boot directly into Xbox for a smoother, more seamless way to play. Designed to minimize friction and get players into their games faster, this update helps deliver a console-like experience on handheld devices.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Vampire Survivors studio reveals spin-off Vampire Crawlers
Poncle, the developer behind the breakout hit Vampire Survivors, has unveiled a spin-off game called Vampire Crawlers. The announcement, teased with a satirical trailer promising high-fidelity graphics before revealing more 2D pixel art, shows the studio is applying its unique chaos engine to an entirely new genre.
November 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Xbox Full Screen Experience testing expands to all Windows 11 machines
Microsoft rolled out the new Xbox Full Screen Experience to the ROG Xbox Ally devices first, bringing a console-like UI coupled with performance optimizations. Starting today, the company is bringing the Full Screen Experience to all Windows 11 handhelds in the market. At the same time, the feature has entered the testing phase for other Windows 11 PC form factors like desktops, laptops, and tablets.
November 21, 2025 — Source

You can now try the Xbox Full Screen Experience on any PC, laptop, or tablet
Previously, it was only available on PC handhelds.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 20th, 2025

Despite fierce competition, the official Xbox controller is still the best controller you can buy — when Microsoft drops it to this price
The official controller is a perfect example of refining an iconic design, and now it's affordable with a bundled USB-C cable, too.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Free Play Days -- Nowhere Prophet, One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4, For the King II, Wildgate and more
Plenty to explore this weekend with Free Play Days! Police Simulator: Patrol Officers (XPA), Expeditions: A Mudrunner Game and Wildgate are available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members to play from Thursday, November 20 until Sunday, November 23.
November 20, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally Bazzite OS versus Steam Deck: Which Linux Handheld Wins the Battle?
What if the Steam Deck wasn't the only handheld gaming device redefining portable play? Enter the ROG Xbox Ally, a sleek contender that dares to challenge Valve's beloved console, particularly for Linux enthusiasts. With its 1080p variable refresh rate display, AMD Ryzen Z2A APU, and RDNA 2 GPU, the Ally promises sharper visuals and a touch more power under the hood. But is it truly the "Steam Deck Super," or just another incremental upgrade in an increasingly crowded market?
November 20, 2025 — Source

Silent Hill 2 Remake is Already Available for Xbox Series X/S in Australia
Rumored to be announced during today's Xbox Partner Preview, the survival horror remake is available in Australia at 50 percent off.
November 20, 2025 — Source

STALKER 2 To Get First DLC in 2026; Still No News on Multiplayer and Cross-Platform Mods
STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl launches today on Sony's PlayStation 5 console, exactly one year after its initial release on PC and Xbox Series S|X, following the end of the timed console exclusivity deal with Microsoft.
November 20, 2025 — Source

To get GTA on Xbox, Microsoft had to convince Rockstar that its console wasn't "going to be a flop," former exec says
Bringing GTA to Xbox was "a big moment," says Peter Moore
November 20, 2025 — Source

Wishlisting your way to Xbox savings — this simple trick could save you money on your next purchase
Save money on your Xbox games with a simple wishlist trick you might be missing. A quick wishlist tip that can unlock surprise discounts on the Xbox Store
November 20, 2025 — Source

Xbox Partner Preview November 2025: Everything Announced
Highlights include follow-ups for Vampire Survivors and Raji.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 14th, 2025

Assassin's Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory Update Brings New Missions, New Area to Explore, and More
Assassin's Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory launches November 18 for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The major update is free for all Assassin's Creed Mirage players, bringing over six hours of new content, exciting player-requested features, and more.
November 14, 2025 — Source

ASUS Says Market Response to the Xbox ROG Ally Has Been 'Extremely Positive'
Like many other companies this week, Taiwanese computer, electronics, and phone manufacturer ASUS posted its quarterly reports, and Chief Financial Officer Nick Wu spoke about the new ROG Ally products, released last month in partnership with Xbox. During the Q3 2025 investor call, Wu claimed the market response has been highly positive, and demand for these pricier devices has surprised even ASUS.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Building a Trusted Gaming Future: How Security Powers Fair Play
With the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, it's a timely reminder of the responsibility we share to uphold the integrity of play. We put together this guide on the latest security features and actions players can take to make sure they're ready to jump into Call of Duty today.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Capcom brings its beloved JRPG to Xbox in excellent form: saddle up for Monster Hunter Stories 1 and 2 ahead of Stories 3's release
The Monster Hunter Stories Collection, featuring the turn-based RPGs Stories 1 (remastered) and Stories 2, is now live on Xbox! experience the charming saga with HD graphics, 60 FPS, and full voice acting. ride on!
November 14, 2025 — Source

Former Xbox exec Major Nelson praises Valve's Steam Machine as "choice is always good," but doesn't think it should be dragged into a console war: "Not everything needs a winner or loser"
Valve's PC/console hybrid is already being pitted against Xbox, PS5, and Switch 2
November 14, 2025 — Source

Fortnite is coming to the Xbox PC store
If you don't want to use the Epic Games Launcher to play Fortnite, you can use Xbox's instead.
November 14, 2025 — Source or Source

Fortnite is getting Xbox Play Anywhere support alongside Game Pass Ultimate benefits
Microsoft is partnering up with Epic Games to make Xbox and Fortnite a little closer. Starting next week, Fortnite will be launching on the Xbox store for PC with full Play Anywhere support, while Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members are also gaining Crew benefits for no extra cost. There are some Rocket League bonuses attached to the incoming perks too.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Helldivers 2 CEO is just as surprised as you that hit game is on Xbox, but stresses that the move made sense: "It turns out if you give the players what they want, they'll be happy"
The move seems to be going over very well
November 14, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Is Making It Easier For New Devs To Make Xbox Games
Almost everything you need to know about bringing your game to Xbox is now online.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Stories: How the Turn-Based RPG Spin-Off Became a Pillar of the Iconic Action Series
Riders, rejoice- Monster Hunter Stories and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin -- the first two entries in the turn-based, story-rich Monster Hunter Stories series, are available November 14 on Xbox Series X|S!
November 14, 2025 — Source

Microsoft's Xbox Magnus Hints at a 2027 Beast: But Will Old Games Work?
Have you ever imagined a gaming console that doesn't just blur the line between console and PC but completely redefines it? Enter the Xbox Magnus, Microsoft's boldest leap into the future of gaming. Powered by the new Magnus chip, this next-gen hybrid console promises to deliver a 20-30% performance edge over its fiercest competitors, including the PlayStation 6. With its sleek design and ambitious features, the Xbox Magnus isn't just a console, it's a statement.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for November 17 to 21
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
November 14, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally, Xbox Ally X Have Seen "Extremely Positive" Market Response Since Launch
Asus CFO Nick Wu believes that there is demand in the market for premium, high-end handheld gaming PCs that the ROG Ally devices can fill.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Spray Paint Simulator Update with More Colors, Better Flow, Smoother
Grab your spray tool, and step back into Spatterville—there's a new coat of polish on Spray Paint Simulator! This update focuses on player creativity, smoother gameplay, and better performance. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a new painter just learning the ropes, you'll find this update makes your work smoother, faster, and a lot more colorful.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 13th, 2025

Free Play Days -- Grand Theft Auto Online, Rubber Bandits, Soccer Story, Train Sim World 6: Standard Edition and Wreckfest
Ah snap, here we go again with tons to play this weekend with Free Play Days! Train Sim World 6: Standard Edition (Console + PC with XPA) is available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members to play from Thursday November 13 until Sunday, November 16.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Helldivers II "is doing extremely well" thanks in part to Xbox launch
Helldivers II is easily one of PlayStation's biggest success stories in recent years, with the co-op PvE shooter selling over 15 million copies within its first year on the market across PS5 and PC. The game then received a major boost in eyes following its surprise arrival on Xbox in late August of this year. According to Sony, this most recent launch has helped the game see "a significant increase in sales of the title year-on-year."
November 13, 2025 — Source

Replaying Halo: The Master Chief Collection has become my annual tradition, and co-op makes the classics hit as hard as they did 15 years ago
Over the years, Halo has become a massive part of my life. Like many, I grew up with the franchise and have distinct memories of staying up later than I'd like to admit, playing multiplayer with my friends, or trying our best to beat any given level on Legendary with them. As I've gotten older and much of my life has changed, one thing has remained the same: staying up unreasonably late to play through the Halo campaign with my buddies.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Sacred 2 Remaster: Behind the Scenes of A Legendary RPG
Sacred 2 is an action RPG that first made its debut in the early 2000s, quickly earning a loyal following for its ambitious world and distinct personality. It offered a massive, seamless map filled with sprawling towns, dense forests, scorching deserts, and perilous dungeons—all ripe for exploration. Its roster of diverse characters came with rich backstories and unique combat styles that set it apart from other RPGs of its time.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Silent Hill f Gets Casual Difficulty Mode, Additional Skip Option in New Game+ With Latest Update
The ability to skip some content in New Game+ comes after you complete the mural puzzle, but you won't get related achievements.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Valve's Steam Machine Is Beating Xbox at Its Own Game
When PC's biggest game distributor develops a console, you know that players still demand an easy couch-based experience.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Valve's Steam Machine is "great news" for Microsoft because it means Xbox can just "make great games" and worry less about hardware, says former Blizzard exec: "All will go in the right direction"
Mike Ybarra has some wise words for Xbox
November 13, 2025 — Source

Xbox boss Phil Spencer says "we welcome new options for players" as Valve unveils new rival hardware in the Steam Machine, saying new competition is how "gaming moves forward"
Microsoft is all about giving players options
November 13, 2025 — Source

Xbox Magnus versus PS6: Xbox's Massive Advantage Over Playstation Explained
What if the next-generation console war isn't just about power or exclusives, but about redefining what it means to game? The Xbox Magnus, set to release a full year ahead of the PlayStation 6, is poised to do just that. With bold innovations like free multiplayer access and a hybrid console-PC design, Xbox isn't just challenging the status quo, it's rewriting it.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 9th, 2025

New Xbox Magnus Console : 50M Sales Target With Windows, Steam & Game Pass Support
What does it take to shake up an industry as competitive and innovation-driven as gaming? For Xbox, the answer seems to lie in a staggering commitment: an order of 50 million AMD chips for its next-generation console, the Xbox Magnus. This bold move signals more than just a hardware upgrade, it's a declaration of intent to redefine the boundaries between consoles and gaming PCs. Imagine a device that caters to both the simplicity craved by console loyalists and the customization demanded by PC enthusiasts. With the Xbox Magnus, Microsoft is betting big on a future where gamers no longer have to choose between power and accessibility.
November 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 8th, 2025

Halo Infinite's Last Update Arrives This Month As Devs Move To Other Halo Projects
After four years, Halo: Infinite proves to be finite after all, but the team isn't leaving Halo behind.
November 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Silent Hill 2 Remake's Xbox port release date leaked by Microsoft itself, and its imminent launch might be good news for the game's rumored Born From a Wish DLC
The Xbox port appears to be coming out this month
November 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 6th, 2025

Candy Crush Saga's Music Season: All the Details, Including a New Thundercat Music Video Collab
Every year, Candy Crush Saga celebrates Music Season, a unique event bringing the joy of music to the Candy Kingdom. This year's Music Season hits all the right notes with an in-game event that lets players create their own soundtrack while helping the Kingdom get concert-ready.
November 6, 2025 — Source

How your choices in The Outer Worlds 2 shape the fate of Arcadia
The Outer Worlds 2 is available on Game Pass | Xbox now
November 6, 2025 — Source

The Outer Worlds 2 lets players craft a commander that matches their playstyle
The Outer Worlds 2 is available on Game Pass | Xbox now
November 6, 2025 — Source

The Outer Worlds 2 shows why RPGs are still the most rewarding games to play
The Outer Worlds 2 is available on Game Pass | Xbox now
November 6, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — November 5th, 2025

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Gets New Trailer, System Requirements, Pre-load Details, and More Info Ahead of Launch
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is just around the corner, with a November 14 PC launch across Xbox on PC, Battle.net, and Steam. In partnership with Treyarch, Call of Duty PC lead developer Beenox is working hard to create the best experience possible for PC players.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Concept art leaks for cancelled Avalanche game 'Contraband'
While Contraband was announced in 2021 with a planned 2022 release date, the game continued to face delays and as a result, Microsoft ultimately pulled the publishing deal for the title. It is still unclear whether or not Avalanche will be able to revive the project, but in the meantime, newly leaked screenshots have given us a good look at what could have been.
November 5, 2025 — Source

How KOF Studio Modified Chun-Li for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
Get ready, fighting game fans! The queen of kicks is styling her way into South Town! Chun-Li descends with power, elegance and style, ready to fight. As the iconic heroine of Street Fighter, bringing her to life in the world of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves was no small feat.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Inside Dante's Purgatorio, the Cancelled Sequel to EA's Dante's Inferno
Visceral's doomed follow-up would have been a battle between Heaven and Hell.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Red Dead Redemption 3 Will "Probably" Happen, But Series is a "Cohesive Two-Game Arc," Says Houser
Houser calls the Arthur-John saga complete but predicts Rockstar will ride again on Red Dead without his hand on the wheel.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Xbox wants to know how fun Ghost of Yotei is in a new survey, and fans immediately have some questions of their own: "Does this mean the game will be available on Xbox?"
Xbox is probably just doing some market research, but fans can live in hope
November 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 31st, 2025

How Every Kilometer Tells a Story in Truck Driver: The Dutch Connection
The third entry in Soedesco's trucking franchise keeps the authentic feel of hauling cargo but adds something rare for the genre: a story. You'll meet Felix, a veteran driver with over thirty years behind the wheel, and Lucas, a newcomer eager to prove himself and make his mark. What begins as mentorship soon becomes a father-and-son bond forged through shared passion, countless kilometers, and midnight deliveries.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Microsoft's CEO compared Xbox to TikTok — and the internet is confused for the wrong reason (here's why)
Microsoft's CEO raised eyebrows by saying Xbox competes with TikTok — but the real story is about attention, not consoles.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for November 3 to 7
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
October 31, 2025 — Source

Obsidian didn't add this cool feature to The Outer Worlds 2 until the game was well into development — here's how it happened
The Rifts are a huge threat in The Outer Worlds 2, but Obsidian didn't actually have them as part of the gameplay at first.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Silent Hill 2 Remake May Be Coming To Xbox Series X|S Soon
The ESRB has added Xbox to the Silent Hill 2 remake rating, which may indicate a release in the near future.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Silent Hill 2 Remake's ESRB Rating on Xbox Series X/S Suggests Upcoming Release
Bloober Team's acclaimed survival horror remake has been a timed console exclusive on PlayStation 5 for over a year now.
October 31, 2025 — Source or Source

The Best 'Xbox' Handheld Experience Ignores Xbox Altogether
The Windows 'full screen experience' could be so much better if it copied the Steam Deck.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 30th, 2025

Arc Raiders Invites Us Into the Extraction Shooter
My favorite shooters accommodate a wide range of players. I didn't have the fastest twitch reflexes as a teenager, let alone now nearing 40, so I'll never do well in a straight battle of headshots and KDR. But I've poured hundreds of hours into Overwatch and Helldivers 2 because they reward strategic thinking and offer an interesting range of different playstyles, which in turn produces a more compellingly wide range of stories. They also allow me to play alongside more skilled friends without feeling like anyone is compromising their fun.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Free Play Days -- Call of Duty Black Ops 6 (MP & Zombies), Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, Dead by Daylight, CATAN, and More
Before we leave October, here's a mammoth selection of titles for you try with Free Play Days! Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (MP + Zombies), Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 (Console + PC), Dead by Daylight, Catan and Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader (Console + PC) are available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members to play from Thursday, October 30 until Sunday, November 2.
October 30, 2025 — Source

How the Bard Found His Way into Halls of Torment
Halls of Torment is out on Xbox and we're super excited to share some insight about the content we've added to the game for this special occasion. For quite some time during the development we've planned to reward our players with a special treat once they manage to beat the final Lord in the base game -- the base game being the game without additional DLCs. But initially we struggled to determine what this special reward should be.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Azure Outage Is Affecting Xbox Game Downloads, Minecraft and More
The issues Microsoft's Azure cloud service experienced yesterday have been solved, and all affected services, including Xbox game downloads are now back online.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Microsoft unveils faster game downloads for Xbox app, Shader Delivery for Xbox Ally, more
Today, Microsoft gave a look at the new features it is pushing out to its hardware and software on the Xbox side. The October Update is targeting Xbox home consoles, the PC app, and even changes dedicated to the newly released ROG Xbox handhelds.
October 30, 2025 — Source

MindsEye Mysteriously Removes Free Roam, Brings Back ARCADIA for User-Created Missions
ARCADIA promises an "ever-expanding world of missions, races, puzzles, and challenges," but requires constant online connectivity.
October 30, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally X Review: A Powerful Gaming PC or Overhyped is it Worth $999?
Have you ever wondered if a handheld gaming PC could truly rival the seamless experience of a console? Enter the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X, a device that boldly claims to merge the best of both worlds. With its sleek, Xbox-inspired design and the raw power of an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, it promises to deliver console-level gaming on the go. But at a hefty $999 price tag, it raises a crucial question: is it truly worth the investment, or is it just another overhyped gadget?
October 30, 2025 — Source

Setting the World Stage for Virtua Fighter's Return to Xbox
Ready? Go! Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage officially launches today for Xbox Series X|S, marking its triumphant return to the Xbox platform after an almost 20-year absence. A lot has happened with Virtua Fighter over those many years, and the timing couldn't be more perfect for Xbox players to get back into the ring to compete in what we feel is the most refined Virtua Fighterentry yet.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox Hardware Revenue Fell by 29 Percent, Games and Services Grew by 1 Percent in Latest Quarter
The 1 percent growth in Xbox games and services was referred to by Microsoft as being "relatively unchanged" over previous quarters.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox isn't doing great in terms of hardware sales
Xbox hardware sales have continued to take a downward turn, showing a sharp decrease of 29% year-over-year for Q1 2026. This follows a 22% decrease from the previous quarter, and a 29% increase for each of the first two quarters of 2025.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox October Update: ROG Xbox Ally Available Now, Handheld Compatibility Program, and More
Over the Summer we've introduced a wave of new features and devices designed to make gaming more seamless, personalized, and rewarding -- whether you're at home, on the go, or diving into cloud play. As we move into the Fall, we continue our quest to add improved innovation for our players.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox Q1 hardware sales down 29% while third-party content experiences "better-than-expected performance"
Overall gaming revenue falls 2%, offset by a 1% growth in Xbox content and services
October 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox Revenues See $113 Million Decline Amid Hardware Sales Drop And Limited Gaming Content and Services Growth
Xbox gaming revenues have declined by $113 million, or 2%, due to drop in hardware sales and limited growth of gaming content and services in Q1 FY2026 over the prior year, Microsoft confirmed in its latest financial report.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox sales are down again, but Microsoft doesn't seem worried
Microsoft's gaming strategy is working everywhere except Xbox hardware
October 30, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 26th, 2025

Call of Duty: Warzone's overhaul detailed — can it compete with Battlefield 6 RedSec battle royale?
The studio behind Call of Duty: Warzone has detailed its bold plans for the year ahead, but with a big new contender on the horizon, will it be enough?
October 26, 2025 — Source

GameStop declares "end of console wars" as Xbox says its competition is now TikTok and movies
GameStop has joined the ongoing discussion around Xbox's multiplatform strategy with a post declaring the "official cessation of the console wars."
October 26, 2025 — Source

Xbox's Bold New Strategy : What It Means for Gamers and Studios
What happens when a gaming giant shifts its focus from creativity to profitability? That's the question Microsoft's Xbox division is grappling with as it embarks on a bold transformation. With a target of achieving a 30% profit margin—a figure far above the gaming industry average, Microsoft is reshaping its gaming strategy in ways that are both ambitious and controversial. From raising prices on consoles and subscriptions to prioritizing blockbuster franchises over experimental projects, the changes are sparking debates among gamers and industry insiders alike. For long-time Xbox fans, this moment feels like a crossroads: will these moves secure the brand's future, or will they erode the community-driven identity that once set Xbox apart?
October 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 25th, 2025

"Halo is on PlayStation going forward, starting with Halo: Campaign Evolved": As Xbox's most iconic FPS hits PS5, devs hint that the days of exclusivity are over
"As the Master Chief once said: 'I think we're just getting started.'"
October 25, 2025 — Source

Phil Spencer swears Forza Motorsport isn't dead — just parked indefinitely
Phil Spencer says Forza Motorsport is alive. Fans swear they've heard this before.
October 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 24th, 2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X Review: The Fastest Handheld Gaming PC, But Not the Best Xbox
This is the most powerful handheld gaming PC yet, and while it offers solutions to some key problems, it's not as alluringly simple as a conventional Xbox.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Ball X Pit Is Rolling, With 400,000 Copies Sold In First Week
The roguelite title is also available on Xbox Game Pass.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Football Manager 26 kicks off on Xbox Game Pass — here's which tier you'll need to play
After the cancellation of last year's game, Football Manager 26 marks a return for the popular franchise, and you might not need to buy it.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Gearing Up for Icarus: Dean Hall Reveals his Survival Tips and More
"It taps into the same psychology as real survival training: the need to test yourself, to see if you can do better with what you've learned," says Dean Hall, answering my question about what it is about Icarus: Console Edition's gameplay that will create a "just one more run" compulsion for players. And he should know. After all, the founder and creative mind of New Zealand-based studio RocketWerkz is a master of both real-life and digital survival.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Instruments of Destruction Explodes onto Xbox Series X|S
I've been working as a solo developer for over 15 years now, and this has been by far my most ambitious game to date. Most of my games have been smaller, more arcade-style titles like Fireball 2 (which launched on Xbox Series X|S earlier this year) that are designed for short bursts, but Instruments of Destruction has a whole lot more that I've added across five years of development.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Microsoft's ROG Xbox Ally Runs Faster and Smoother on Linux Than on Windows
Even the controller's responsiveness was said to be more reliable on Linux.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for October 27 to 31
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
October 24, 2025 — Source

Next-gen Xbox console will focus on "connecting all your devices in one place," Phil Spencer teases, with the handheld ROG Xbox Ally a sign of things to com
Lining up with Sarah Bond's recent comments
October 24, 2025 — Source

Obsidian's Favorite Character Builds for The Outer Worlds 2
The Outer Worlds 2 is the latest role-playing game from Obsidian Entertainment, full of dangerous fun in a new star system that's just waiting for us to explore. This studio has been home to some of our favorite games over the years, most recently Avowed and Grounded 2, and our time with The Outer Worlds 2 is shaping up to be some of their greatest work yet.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Phil Spencer says next-gen Xbox is first-party — the Xbox Ally hints at what's next
Microsoft Gaming's CEO confirms Microsoft is building the next Xbox, teasing a cross-device future as Xbox shifts priorities.
October 24, 2025 — Source

"Someone go tell Nintendo that": Former Blizzard president responds to Xbox boss saying exclusives are "antiquated," says "Nintendo has continually dominated with outstanding games"
I for one am shocked the company that doesn't make exclusives sees them as "antiquated"
October 24, 2025 — Source

Will Black Ops 7 launch on Xbox Game Pass? Here's the latest
The latest Call of Duty is set to launch on November 14, but what's the deal with Xbox Game Pass? Here's what you need to know.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Xbox Is Doing Better in Japan Thanks to Growing Importance of PC, Phil Spencer Says
Although the perception of Xbox is at an all-time low, the brand is doing better in Japan, a region that is notoriously one of the worst for Microsoft's video gaming division
October 24, 2025 — Source

Xbox Primarily Uses AI For Security So Far, Says Phil Spencer
Phil Spencer hasn't ruled out using AI for creative purposes, but it's largely used for operational purposes at Xbox.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Your Xbox Ally X doesn't run at potential out of the box — Here are 6 tweaks every ASUS ROG gaming handheld owner should make
The Xbox Ally X is a powerful handheld gaming PC, but you can get it to run even smoother with the right settings and customizations.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 20th, 2025

Battle in the Heavens: Ninja Gaiden 4 Makes Gaming History in the Air
To celebrate the launch of Ninja Gaiden 4, we took the fight sky-high — literally. Imagine this: two helicopters slicing through the Miami night sky, one carrying a 26-foot wide screen (200+ sq ft in size), the other with Team Ninja Community Manager, Emmanuel "Master" Rodriguez, and diamond-certified recording artist Swae Lee.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Ex-Blizzard president Mike Ybarra says awkward Microsoft "this is an Xbox" campaign is the "wrong idea, wrong time": "Whoever came up with this clearly doesn't play games"
Are you sure it's an Xbox?
October 20, 2025 — Source

Former PlayStation boss praises Microsoft's publishing strategy, but can't get his head around Xbox's Game Pass price hike: "I don't understand"
Shuhei Yoshida believes Microsoft is carving out its own path
October 20, 2025 — Source

Halo Infinite Is Getting The Needler Model From Halo: Combat Evolved
Days before the rumored reveal of a Halo: Combat Evolved remake,the Needler weapon from that game is heading to Halo Infinite.
October 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft let Asus set the prices for Xbox ROG Ally, confirms Xbox President — work on next-gen console hardware is already underway with AMD
ROG Xbox Ally's pricing has been a point of contention.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Microsoft might be working on an official Xbox emulator for PC
Earlier this year, a rumour began doing the rounds claiming that Microsoft was working on an official Xbox emulator for Windows devices. At the time, doubt was cast on the rumour but now months later, it has resurfaced.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Xbox Dropping Hardware And Exclusive Games Could Be Good For Business, Former Exec Says
"I don't see any healing happening--just more needle pushing deeper and deeper."
October 20, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox President Feels "Really Good" About The $1000 Price Tag For The New ROG Ally Handheld
With strong pre-launch sales, Microsoft says that the price of the Xbox ROG Ally accurately reflects the value provided by the device.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Xbox President says ASUS set ROG Xbox Ally prices, confirms next-gen Xbox with AMD in development
Perhaps one of the most frustrating things about the ROG Xbox Ally is its price. Many didn't believe it would launch at such a high cost, especially since it's more expensive than an Xbox Series X console. While the compact design and complexity could explain some of the markup, underneath, the ROG Xbox Ally still uses the same screen and battery setup as the Ally X.
October 20, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox ROG Ally X versus ROG Xbox Ally Compared: Affordable or Premium?
Would you spend $600 on a gaming device, or would you double that for a premium experience? The Xbox ROG Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally are shaking up the portable gaming landscape, but their differences go beyond just price tags. These two devices, both promising seamless Xbox integration and Windows-based gaming, cater to very different audiences. Whether you're a casual gamer looking for affordability or a performance enthusiast chasing innovative specs, the choice between these two models isn't as straightforward as it seems.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Xbox Series S earns big praise — Battlefield 6 runs shockingly well on the tiny console
EA's latest shooter proves optimization pays off, with Battlefield 6 running smoothly on Xbox's smallest console, per Digital Foundry.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 17th, 2025

Keeper Review -- Saving Light
A unique narrative with an unlikely pairing results in one of the more unorthodox - and compelling - adventures this year.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Keeper review: "One of the most wonderfully bizarre games I've ever played -- a stunning slice of magic"
I underestimated Keeper, and having played many, many Double Fine games, I really shouldn't have. What I expected to be a funny little tale about a lighthouse coming to life and finding a friend in a scatty seabird became an entirely unexpected journey. OK, yes, it still is a funny little tale about a lighthouse and a seabird, but it's far more complicated than that.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Keeper: A Note from Its Creator on Launch Day
Hi there, my name is Lee Petty, and I'm a Creative Lead here at Double Fine Productions. I've been at Double Fine for almost 20 years! I was the Art Director for Brütal Legend and Broken Age, but was also the Creative Lead for Stacking, Headlander, Autonomous, and RAD.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Microsoft is reportedly moving Surface and Xbox production — no prizes for guessing why
As trade tensions heat up between the U.S. and China, Microsoft is reportedly shifting Surface production overseas and encouraging Xbox manufacturing abroad in a move that could reshape its hardware future.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for October 20 to 24
The definitive ninja hack & slash franchise returns with Ninja Gaiden 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in this high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat. Pre-order now to receive the Dark Dragon Descendant Yakumo Skin at launch.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Painkiller, Brutally Reimagined: How Anshar Studios Gave the Cult Classic New Life
Mark your calendar: Painkiller launches on Xbox Series X|S on October 21. For Anshar Studios the opportunity felt both familiar and thrilling. This was a cult classic with a legacy of speed, brutality, and gothic flair. The project came with a clear set of constraints: cooperative gameplay and a need to honor the original's DNA. For Anshar, these weren't limitations: they were a creative opportunity.
October 17, 2025 — Source

ROG XBOX Ally Hands-On First Look : Can it Handle Your Favorite AAA Games?
Imagine holding the power of a gaming console in your hands, an experience that feels like an Xbox squeezed into a sleek, portable shell. That's the promise of the ROG XBOX Ally, a handheld gaming device that aims to redefine casual gaming. But can it truly deliver on this ambitious vision, or does it fall short of the hype? With its ergonomic design, a 7-inch 1080p display, and the versatility of Windows 11, the ROG XBOX Ally seems poised to carve out a niche for itself.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 15th, 2025

1000xResist Arrives on PS5, Xbox Series X/S Next Month, Also Coming to Xbox Game Pass
One of the best narratives in gaming to come out of 2024, and one of the best games from 2024 that initially launched on PC and Nintendo Switch, is finally arriving on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S later this year. 1000xResist from the new Canadian indie studio Sunset Visitor will arrive on the rest of the current-gen consoles next month, on November 4, 2025.
October 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Asus' ROG Xbox Ally nails the hardware. But Windows still needs work on handhelds
A hands-on session for the new devices left me thinking the Xbox Fullscreen Interface could use a little more time in the oven.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X Review
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X is a handheld gaming PC with a Z2 Extreme processor, offering excellent performance and the new Xbox Full Screen Experience for streamlined gaming. It's available October 16, 2025, starting at $599.
October 15, 2025 — Source

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X Review -- This Is an Xbox?
Before I sat down in front of a television set with a controller in my hand to play a video game, I played games inches away from my face while squeezing my Game Boy for hours on end. There's many a childhood photo of me with my face buried in a handheld device, with a personal favourite being one where I'm deep into my Game Boy Advance SP on a beach. Those handheld beginnings and the handheld-focused gaming upbringing I had make me, in theory, one of the many who would get a lot of use out of a device like the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review: Getting a grip on Windows gaming
Finally, a version of Windows 11 focused on gaming handhelds.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X Review: Sorry, Consoles—PC Gaming Just Got Way Better
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X has controller-like grips, but it's far more of a PC than an Xbox with a screen.
October 15, 2025 — Source

ASUS Talks ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X -- "This Is The Way Forward For Us"
Last week, I spent an afternoon at the Steam Whistle Brewery in downtown Toronto. A short walk away from the CN Tower, Scotiabank Arena, and the Rogers Centre, I didn't cross the tourists in this bustling hub to play hooky for a beer or two at the downtown brewery. I was there on behalf of Wccftech to spend a little more hands-on time with the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, as well as hear from Whitson Gordon, ASUS's head of content for ROG and senior manager of marketing content, and Sascha Krohn, the global director of technical marketing at ASUS.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Best Xbox Ally microSD cards 2025: Large capacity, UHS-I & UHS-II compatibility, fast read speeds, and more
Here's the best of the best microSDs to get your Xbox Ally the most storage space with the fastest transfer speeds attainable.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Dbrand promises it's learnt from past mistakes with its Killswitch ROG Xbox Ally X case
No more Switch 2 shenanigans
October 15, 2025 — Source

Halo: Combat Evolved Remake Rumored to Get Full Remake Treatment with Sprinting
According to leaker Halo Leaks, the rumored new Halo: Combat Evolved edition is getting the full remake treatment, similar to CAPCOM's latest Resident Evil games. This includes the ability for the main character, Master Chief, to sprint (which was, of course, absent in the original game) and modern gameplay mechanics.
October 15, 2025 — Source

How to Avoid The New Xbox Game Pass Price Hike in 2025
Is it worth securing your membership at this price?
October 15, 2025 — Source

How to change VRAM on the Xbox Ally (and why you absolutely should)
For those jumping into the wonderful world of the Xbox Ally and PC gaming handhelds, there's one setting you should absolutely change out of the box.
October 15, 2025 — Source

How to enter BIOS on Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X handhelds — Turn off startup noise and animation, adjust fans, customize performance, and more
Getting to Xbox Ally BIOS is easy, if you know what to do. Here is the best way to access it.
October 15, 2025 — Source

I regret to inform you that I've fallen for the $1,000 ROG Xbox Ally X
Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review
October 15, 2025 — Source

I tested the Xbox Ally X for dozens of hours, and it's almost everything you want in a handheld — future updates could make it the full package
The Xbox Ally X offers several improvements over the previous ROG Ally X classic, but is it worth buying? We evaluated its performance and features to find out.
October 15, 2025 — Source

If you weren't already convinced a new Halo game is being announced this month, Master Chief's voice actor has teased "BIG NEWS A'COMIN!"
Master Chief voice actor Steve Downes has joined the chorus of people hinting that something big will be announced at this year's Halo World Championships.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Kings of infuriating brutal games now heading Ninja Gaiden 4 say fairness is the secret ingredient to difficulty: "Enemies are on equal footing with the player"
"That's something we talk about a lot at Team Ninja, and it's something we've always valued throughout the series"
October 15, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Offers a Glimpse at Where It's 'Designing, Prototyping and Testing For The Next Generation of Xbox'
"We very, very rarely take people in here."
October 15, 2025 — Source

PS6 versus Xbox Magnus Showdown: Which Console Will Dominate the Future?
Is the console war about to reach a new level? Leaked specs for the highly anticipated PlayStation 6 (PS6) and Xbox Magnus suggest a dramatic shift in gaming priorities, sparking heated debates among fans and tech enthusiasts alike. With the Xbox Magnus boasting a staggering 48GB of GDDR7 memory and innovative performance capabilities, it's being hailed as a potential powerhouse that could outclass even high-end gaming PCs.
October 15, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally Handhelds: Great Games to Play Right Away
The ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X arrive tomorrow, October 16 -- and if you already play with Xbox on PC, own an Xbox console, have a Game Pass subscription, or play games on other leading PC storefronts, you'll almost certainly have a gaming library waiting for you as soon as you boot it up.
October 15, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally X: The Ars Technica review
The first portable "Xbox" fails to unify a messy world of competing PC gaming platforms.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Snacks, Controllers, Validation: The Outer Worlds 2's Moon Man Couch-Panion Has It All
07.13.2013
October 15, 2025 — Source

Sure, the ROG Xbox Ally X is impressive, but I still play this handheld every night (and it only costs $399)
The Ally that saw me through it all still holds up
October 15, 2025 — Source

The Best Xbox Ally X and Xbox Ally Accessories Available Now
From cases to storage upgrades and everything in between, here's what you need for your new Xbox handheld.
October 15, 2025 — Source

The first signs of an Xbox cloud save sync indicator materialize — but it doesn't work very well
The Xbox Ally range has highlighted continued software gaps in Microsoft's gaming ecosystem.
October 15, 2025 — Source

The more affordable Xbox Ally is a modest handheld that works as expected — but the Steam Deck casts a long shadow over it
With its comfortable grips and modest performance, the Xbox Ally can make for an excellent cloud gaming device, but is that enough? Our review.
October 15, 2025 — Source

The Outer Worlds 2 Moon Man Plushie Could Be Your Friend Or Kill You In Your Sleep
Somebody set this plushie for evil!
October 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Outer Worlds 2 wasn't going to have a third-person view until Obsidian saw the demand from fans: "We actually didn't start doing it until two years ago"
Obsidian brought in another studio to make sure The Outer Worlds 2 had the feature
October 15, 2025 — Source or Source

The ROG Xbox Ally X Makes Me Want to Play More PC Games
I still want to scream at Windows, but less than the last time I reviewed one of these.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Where to buy the ROG Xbox Ally: live stock updates for the new handheld PC
Microsoft's Xbox handheld is now available at retailers.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Xbox Ally and Ally X review: this is not an Xbox
Microsoft's first 'Xbox' handhelds are shipping not fully baked.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 13th, 2025

Everwild Screenshots Show Xbox's Canceled Fantasy World in Fresh Detail
New screenshots have surfaced of Everwild, the long-awaited fantasy game in development for more than a decade — until its cancelation this summer by Xbox.
October 13th — Source or Source or Source

Here are three ROG Xbox Ally accessories I'd grab before the handheld arrives
Get a head start with your Xbox handheld setup.
October 13th — Source

Xbox Products Aren't Being Removed by Target and Walmart, Despite Rumors to the Contrary
Despite rumors circulating on Reddit, Target and Walmart are not removing Xbox products. Microsoft confirmed they remain committed partners for Xbox.
October 13th — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 10th, 2025

American and Euro Truck Simulator devs have some "hidden cards" on the roadmap after the PS5 and Xbox Series X ports, but they won't be launching until 2026 at the earliest
"At this point, we are sure that the games are not coming out in 2025 on the new platforms"
October 10, 2025 — Source

Battlefield@trade; 6
The ultimate all-out warfare experience. Fight in high-intensity infantry combat. Rip through the skies in aerial dogfights. Demolish your environment for a strategic advantage. Harness complete control over every action and movement using the Kinesthetic Combat System. In a war of tanks, fighter jets, and massive combat arsenals—the deadliest weapon is your squad. This is Battlefield 6.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Best Xbox game deals: Now is the best time to beef up your physical Xbox collection
Instead of paying $360 a year for game you don't own, build your physical backlog with the games you want to play for less
October 10, 2025 — Source

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 free trial is live now and players can dive into the entire campaign — but you'll need to act fast
A free trial for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 includes the entire campaign, and players can hop in from now until October 16.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Crimson Desert's Mounts Detailed in New Gameplay, Including a Late-Game Mech
Laying waste to enemies with a machine gun, missiles, and EMP blasts is contrary to the high fantasy setting, but it's still lots of fun.
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Halo Art Director Of 17 Years Abruptly Departs Xbox With A Concerning Farewell Message
A veteran Halo Art Director abruptly departed Xbox, sharing a concerning message about potential issues within the studio, adding to Xbox's current struggles.
October 10, 2025 — Source

How to Avoid The New Xbox Game Pass Price Hike in 2025
Is it worth securing your membership at this price?
October 10, 2025 — Source

Indiana Jones and The Great Circle gets New Game+ mode and more in free update
Indiana Jones and The Great Circle launched last year to strong reviews from both critics and fans alike. Since then, the Xbox exclusive found its way onto PlayStation and released the Order of Giants DLC. Now, in celebration of developer Machine Games' 15th anniversary, a free surprise update has been announced and detailed, adding a New Game+ mode and more.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Little Nightmares III: Explore These 5 Spooky Locations With a Friend Today
The Little Nightmares series has become a dark delight for horror fans around the world, drawing millions of minds into the perilous grasp of the Nowhere. Today, the newest game in the series, Little Nightmares III, arrives for Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One, and Xbox on PC as an Xbox Play Anywhere title. And for the first time, you'll be able face your childhood fears with a friend thanks to the online co-op feature.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Microsoft is Discussing 2027 Launch of Next-Generation Xbox With Partners- Rumour
The AMD Magnus APU slated to power the next-generation Xbox will also offer a fair amount of extra power over the PS6's rumoured chip.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for October 13 to 17
In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
October 10, 2025 — Source

Next-Gen Xbox Rumored For AMD Magnus Chiplet Packing 48GB GDDR7 For Gaming
A next-gen Xbox, potentially releasing in 2027, is rumored to feature an AMD "Magnus" APU with Zen 6 CPU cores, RDNA 5 GPU, and up to 48 GB of GDDR7 VRAM, possibly supporting Windows.
October 10, 2025 — Source

The Outer Worlds 2 gets its own Xbox controller just weeks before the game's release date
Xbox Design Lab strikes again
October 10, 2025 — Source

Ubisoft Adds Two Classic RPGs To Game Pass
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of an iconic franchise, two of its classic video games have come to Game Pass.
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Xbox Next Is Rumored to Target 2027 Launch; Partial Specs Leaked
Rumors suggest the next Xbox system will launch in 2027, powered by an AMD Magnus APU. Leaked specs include up to 48GB of GDDR7 RAM and a TDP of 250W to 350W.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 8th, 2025

Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, Ball x Pit, Supermarket Simulator, and More
https://gamingbolt.com/battlefield-6s-developers-say-not-targeting-ps4-xbox-one-helped-raise-the-floor-for-destruction
October 8, 2025 — Source

Get Ready For An Action-packed Adventure With The Outer Worlds 2 Xbox Design Lab Controllers
Experience big sequel energy with The Outer Worlds 2 Xbox Wireless Controller and Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. The world needs a hero, but you will have to do. Embark on your own action-packed sci-fi RPG adventure with a new crew, new weapons, new enemies, new colony, and a new controller.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Microsoft halts Xbox Game Pass price rises in select markets
"Current subscribers [...] will continue renewing at their existing price for now, in line with local requirements," firm says
October 8, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Makes First Xbox Game Pass Lineup Announcement Since Raising the Price of Ultimate
Baldur's Gate, Keeper, Ninja Gaiden and more.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, and more arrive to Xbox Game Pass in October
Today, the company unveiled the first wave of the October games drop for Game Pass. These are the titles that will be made available in the coming two weeks, which include Double Fine's Keeper, Ninja Gaiden 4 from Team Ninja and PlatinumGames, and more.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Price Increase Reportedly Won't Affect Every Existing Subscriber
Kari Perez, head of Xbox communications, confirmed in a statement to The Verge that the Xbox Game Pass Price increase is not going to affect current subscribers in certain countries in line with local requirements. Original story follows.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — October 3rd, 2025

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 Development Stable Despite Xbox Technical Concerns, Director Says
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 will be coming to multiple consoles when it eventually launches.
October 3, 2025 — Source

How To Beat Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Price Hike & Lock In The Old Rate
Microsoft increased Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $29.99/month, but users can still get it for $19.99 by purchasing Amazon vouchers or through GameStop.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Is Reportedly Preparing to Launch A Free Version of Xbox Cloud Gaming With Ads
Microsoft is reportedly launching a free, ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming, offering limited streaming hours and free-to-play games.
October 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Microsoft says its "trying to reinforce" Xbox Game Pass price increases "by adding more value"
"We understand price increases are never fun for anybody," says firm's director of gaming and platform communications
October 3, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for October 6 to 10
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
October 3, 2025 — Source

SCUF Gaming Introduces Valor Pro Wireless Controller for Xbox and PC
SCUF Gaming, creator of the high-performance gaming controller category and part of the Corsair family of brands, today announced the SCUF Valor Pro Wireless Performance Controller for Xbox and PC, available now starting at $189.99. The SCUF Valor Pro Wireless continues to build on SCUF’s legacy of innovation and customization with key input from creators and international esports pros.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — September 29th, 2025

Battlefield 6 Will be Available for Pre-Loading on October 3
While Battlefield 6 might still be a couple of weeks away, it looks like Battlefield Studios and EA have pushed up the pre-loading to happen earlier than first thought. As caught by Mp1st, the pre-loads were originally slated to start across PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on October 8. However, the companies have now set up pre-loads to start on October 3.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy Tactics -- The Ivalice Chronicles: Tips for New and Returning Players
The game's an undisputed crown jewel. A legendary game that stands tall as one of the most revered in the RPG genre. It's regularly featured in top 100 lists in publications like Famitsu, EGM, and IGN, GameSpot, and it's one of the most frequently requested games by Square Enix fans on social media. It is, in other words, a Very Good Game.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Grand Theft Auto 6 Will Not Feature Any Writing or Character Sets by Co-Founder Dan Houser
For the sake of context, Dan Houser has written for every GTA game since GTA: London 1969, as well as Max Payne 3 and RDR and RDR2.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Of course scalpers and resellers are already trying to rip you off for an Xbox Ally X
Because in this day and age scalping products and reselling them for extortionately inflated prices is apparently acceptable, the Xbox Ally X is already falling prey to the practice.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Sandisk launches officially licensed SSDs and MicroSD cards for the ROG Xbox Ally series — up to 4TB of storage for new Asus flagship handheld
The new parts seem to largely be promotional rebadges of Sandisk's existing products.
September 29, 2025 — Source

This upcoming Xbox / PC exclusive JRPG homage to Chrono Trigger just got a new trailer — and it looks even more amazing than it did last year
Threads of Time's Tokyo Game Show 2025 trailer shows off more of this game's beautiful HD-2D pixel art, snippets of its story and characters, and footage of its promising turn-based combat
September 29, 2025 — Source

Turtle Beach's Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Controller for PlayStation & Xbox Consoles Is Now Available Globally
Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation and its Victrix brand, today announced the new Turtle Beach Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller for PlayStation consoles and Xbox is available globally and ready to dominate the competition. The Victrix Pro BFG controllers have long been coveted by competitive esports gamers and fighting game community (FGC) fans the world over, and the refined Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded version was shaped by the most sought-after requests from fans.
September 29, 2025 — Source or Source

US retailer confirms they are no longer selling Xbox consoles
The 9th console generation has not been too kind to Xbox, with the console maker resting securely in 3rd place when it comes to console sales. Ahead of the launch of its partnered ROG Xbox Ally, major US retailer Costco has confirmed that they are no longer stocking Xbox consoles.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Xbox September Update: ROG Xbox Ally, Gaming Copilot, Aggregated Library, and More
Over the past few months, we've introduced several new Xbox features and devices that deliver more fun and meaningful gaming experiences for players. These updates were initially available for Xbox Insiders and starting in September, we'll begin rolling these out to everyone.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Xbox Series S Is Actually Solid Spec-Wise, Says FFVII Remake Developer
Game developers have often criticized the Xbox Series S for its lower specifications, which made ports troublesome, but there have also been a few voices claiming the contrary. Recently, Ripple Effect said Battlefield 6 was better optimized due to the development team's work to optimize the game for Microsoft's less expensive Xbox console.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Xbox's September Update Expands AI Assistant Gaming Copilot
Xbox players on console and PC can also expect some welcome changes that streamline the UI.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — September 25th, 2025

Bruce Lee Stars in 'The Infiltrator' -- Hitman World of Assassination's Latest Elusive Target Mission
Hitman World of Assassination's latest Elusive Target mission, The Infiltrator, launches on September 25 and features Martial Arts and Hollywood legend Bruce Lee, delivering a fresh challenge as he joins forces with Agent 47. Unlike any other Elusive Target, legendary martial artist Bruce Lee is not a target for Agent 47, but a key ally working side by side with him in his latest mission that tests players' stealth and strategy in entirely new ways.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Diablo IV, Rematch, and more join Free Play Days on Xbox this weekend
The weekly Xbox Free Play Days promotion is carrying a bunch of high-profile games this time. Over the weekend, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard and Core players will be able to jump into Bassmaster Fishing, Diablo IV, Dungeons 3, PGA Tour 2K25, Rematch, and Trailmakers.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Forza Horizon 6: Answering the Big Questions About That Japan Setting
After years of requests, it's official -- Forza Horizon 6 is coming in 2026, and it will be set in Japan. Announced today during the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast, we saw a cinematic teaser trailer that included Easter eggs from each of the previous games in the open world driving series -- before offering a glimpse at the incredible world Playground Games is creating.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Free Play Days -- Diablo IV, PGA Tour 2K25, Rematch, Dungeons 3, Bassmaster Fishing and Trailmakers
Clear out those weekend plans, we got tons to explore with Free Play Days! PGA Tour 2K25, Rematch, Dungeons 3, Bassmaster Fishing and Trailmakers are available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard and Core members to play from September 25 until September 28.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Get to Know Even More of Pawprint Studio's Adorable Aniimo Friends
After an exciting reveal for Aniimo at the Xbox Games Showcase back in June, we're back to unveil more about the game's namesake -- Aniimo, the fascinating creatures who inhabit the world of Idyll.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Here's what Xbox fans need to know about Capcom's game trailers from TGS 2025
A full rundown of Capcom's biggest trailers from Tokyo Game Show, with surprise updates and the one game skipping Xbox.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Hotel Barcelona: How Two of Japan's Most Legendary Game Directors Joined Forces
When two of Japan's most distinctive game creators join forces, the results are bound to surprise. Hotel Barcelona is the dream project of Hidetaka "Swery" Suehiro and Goichi "Suda51" Suda -- two directors whose games have shaped cult gaming culture for over two decades.
September 25, 2025 — Source

How Ninja Gaiden 4 Curates a Challenge for Each and Every Player
The Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast is upon us. Yakumo steps into the battle arena, gripping in his hand the Takeminakata, one of the weapons that has carried him through countless deadly fights. This is the first block of hell incarnate, taking the form of Ninja Gaiden 4's first chapter, Bloodsoaked Tokyo. The difficulty, Master Ninja. It is a world where a single misstep in judgment can snuff out life with terrifying ease.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft is sending another Xbox game to PlayStation consoles
In the latest live service push, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 will launch on the PlayStation storefront.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Revamps Japan With World Update 20, Out Now
The update brings with it revamps to a number of different areas in Japan, as well as a host of highly-detailed handcrafted airports.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Stories and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin are finally coming to Xbox — What's even better is that we already have a release date
Two of Capcom's best Pokemon-like JRPGS are at long last coming to Xbox consoles
September 25, 2025 — Source

Splash Damage breaks away from Tencent
The UK studio, best known for its expertise in multiplayer shooters, has been acquired by private-equity investors
September 25, 2025 — Source

Terminull Brigade: Action-Roguelike Meets Looter Shooter
The wait is over! Terminull Brigade is now available for Xbox on PC, with exclusive benefits for PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate members. Plus, just announced in the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 broadcast, Terminull Brigade is coming to Xbox Series X|S next month, and the game will get a Neon Genesis Evangelion crossover in Season 2!
September 25, 2025 — Source

Tokyo Game Show 2025 Recap and Discussion | Official Xbox Podcast
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're in Tokyo, Japan, and Jeff is hanging out with Sarah Bond and Mena Kato to talk all things Tokyo Game Show 2025. We're recapping the show, talking about the games we're most excited about, and highlighting the exciting diversity of games from Japan, China, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and more!
September 25, 2025 — Source

Xbox at Tokyo Game Show: Everything Announced
Forza Horizon 6, high-level Ninja Gaiden 4 gameplay, Bruce Lee in Hitman: World of Assassination, and more.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast: Everything Announced, Including the Forza Horizon 6 Setting
The Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast just wrapped up, bringing you a fresh look at what's coming to players around the world this year and next from our creative teams, our incredible partners across Asia, and beyond.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — Xbox — September 22nd, 2025

Arc Raiders: Learn More, Pre-Order Now, and Join the Upcoming Server Slam Test
Development on Arc Raiders has been underway since the inception of Embark Studios. Like many game projects, this one has gone through several iterations, and some twists and turns. None have been bigger than the decision to evolve the game from being co-op-only into the PvPvE Extraction Adventure game it is today.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Former Blizzard President says Xbox Console Price Hikes Are "Not Tariff Issues, They Are Profit Issues"
This past Friday afternoon, Microsoft quietly announced that it would be raising the price for its Xbox Series X/S consoles in the United States, with the Series X getting a $50 increase, the 2TB Series X getting a $70 increase, and the Series S getting a $20 increase starting October 3.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Game Pass Saw Its "Largest Investment" to Date in 2025, Says ID@Xbox Head
"The majority of partners who've had a game in Game Pass want to bring their future titles to the service," says Chris Charla.
September 22, 2025 — Source or Source

Gameplay Details and Concept Art for Xbox's Cancelled Perfect Dark Reboot Have Leaked
New details regarding Xbox's cancelled Perfect Dark reboot have leaked online through a report on MP1st, giving us a little more of an idea of what this game might have tried with its gameplay mechanics, the opportunity its developer The Initiative and Microsoft saw with it, and a few pieces of concept art.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Microsoft has made its "largest investment in Game Pass to date"
Recently, a number of former Xbox employees spoke out against Game Pass, claiming that Microsoft's handling of the service unfairly punishes studios. That hasn't stopped the Game Pass train though, with Microsoft making its largest investment into the service yet.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Perfect Dark concept art shows us what could have been
Earlier this year, Microsoft shut down The Initiative, the first-party studio responsible for the Perfect Dark reboot. The game was scrapped just one year after the 'gameplay reveal', which is now believed to have been a very small vertical slice and not representative of the actual state of the product. Now, we have another behind-the-scenes look at what could have been, thanks to newly revealed concept art.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Perfect Dark Development Documents Indicate Seasonal Model, Time Slowing Abilities -- Rumour
Screenshots also revealed that Joanna Dark would change her appearance over the course of the game, gaining disheveled hair.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Why are fewer and fewer Xbox games releasing with physical discs? "We wouldn't be able to make our investment back."
Square Enix has committed support to Xbox, but it has come with a caveat. Seemingly, there are no physical versions of its upcoming games for Xbox. This seems to be happening more and more, but why?
September 22, 2025 — Source

Xbox console prices set to rise for a second time in the US
Microsoft says price increases are "due to changes in the macroeconomic environment"
September 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — September 19th, 2025

Explore the Magical Origins of a British Gaming Icon—with a Dash of Sarcasm
Hi there! We're ININ Games, an indie publisher renowned for keeping the essence of retro and quirky video gaming alive—right from the heart of Kirchheim/Teck in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Yes, that's right. Among the home of long-established luxury car makers and engineering legends, we're doing something a bit different: publishing indie and retro games crafted with passion, love and intent.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Helldivers 2's Xbox launch boosts revenue to fourth place, Battlefield 6 surges in engagement
Both Helldivers 2 and Battlefield 6 stood tall as some of August's biggest games.
September 19, 2025 — Source

How Mecha Break's New Strikers Change the Battlefield in Season 1: Pulse of the Indigo Stone
The new season of Mecha Break is here! Season 1: Pulse of the Indigo Stone brings thrilling new updates to the game in the form of new events, ace pilots, and of course, new mecha.
September 19, 2025 — Source

How to Survive Your First Nights in Dying Light: The Beast
Today is a very special day for us at Techland. After years of hard work, we are thrilled to finally unleash the next chapter of the Dying Light franchise -- Dying Light: The Beast! This game is the culmination of everything we've learned in more than a decade, pushing the boundaries of survival horror, action and parkour to their limits.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Mena Sato Kato's promotion marks new era for Xbox in Asia after transforming Japan's market
Microsoft's Asian expansion targets emerging markets amid changing gaming dynamics
September 19, 2025 — Source

Microsoft faces tough choices: Xbox price hike explained amid tariff pressures
The cost of gaming in America just went up — here's why.
September 19, 2025 — Source or Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for September 22 to 26
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass!
September 19, 2025 — Source

Play Your Way in EA Sports FC 26 with the EA Play 10-hour Trial
Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members can live the most true-to-football experience ever for up to 10 hours in EA Sports FC 26. If they decide to buy, their progress carries over to the full game, so they can pick up the season right where they left off.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Skip Your Weekend Plans and Play Hades, Now Back on Xbox Game Pass
Game Pass subscribers can also play the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 early access open beta starting Oct. 2.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Unknown Worlds Co-Founders Allege Krafton Has "Pivoted to a New Theory" Mid-Litigation
The three co-founders referred to Krafton's recent moves as being a "disorganised retreat" that "raises more questions than answers".
September 19, 2025 — Source

Xbox Console Prices Are Going Up in the U.S...Again
Xbox console prices are about to go up once again in the United States, after already rising back in May.
September 19, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox Series X/S Consoles Will Go Up In Price Again in the US in Two Weeks
Earlier this year, Microsoft confirmed that the price of the Xbox Series X/S consoles would be increasing globally, though the steepest increases would be hitting the US. Today, Microsoft announced that, for the second time this year, the price of the Xbox Series X/S consoles will be increased again, with the new prices going into effect in two weeks time on October 3, 2025.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — September 16th, 2025

An 'Evolved Edition' of the VR hit Alien: Rogue Incursion is heading to Xbox later this month — and preorders are already live
Alien: Rogue Incursion — Part One: Evolved Edition re-envisions the hit VR game for consoles and PC.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Coming to Game Pass: Hades, Visions of Mana, Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, and More
Welcome back, friends! We have another batch of games just waiting for you to add to your download queue soon with returning favorites, Early Access Open Betas to check out, and some brand-new day one games ready for you to dive into.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Darrell Gallagher leaves Xbox following The Initiative's closure
"I leave with nothing but pride in what we accomplished together and excitement for what's next," said the former studio head
September 16, 2025 — Source

French voice of Lara Croft files complaint over alleged AI use in Tomb Raider remaster
Beloved Lara Croft voice actor fights back, dispute spreads to other language versions of the game
September 16, 2025 — Source

From Black Box to Blueprint: Thoughtworks Uses Generative AI to Extract Legacy System Functionality
Thoughtworks consultants recently described an experiment that applied generative AI to a legacy system with no available source code.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Gears of War: Reloaded was virtually unplayable for me — that is until a single setting changed the game entirely
I guess I've aged a lot worse than the first Gears game, because the camera was making me feel horrendous.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Hades, Sworn, Visions of Mana, and More Added to Xbox Game Pass This Month
Xbox has announced the games getting added to Xbox Game Pass for the second half of September 2025, and following up from the first half, it's even more strong indie titles with Hades and Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor among the over a dozen games being added, starting today.
September 16, 2025 — Source

"I want us to be the most successful studio in our entire organization" — The Elder Scrolls Online developers talk future plans after recent Microsoft cuts
ZeniMax Online Studios is still feeling the loss of developers and the cancellation of an unannounced game, but the team is moving forward.
September 16, 2025 — Source

New Atomfall DLC is Available Today -- Do You Dare to Face the Red Strain?
The new story expansion pack for Atomfall is available from today. Called The Red Strain, it contains a wealth of new content including a top-secret location, interesting characters, powerful enemies, new skills which change the way you play, and leads which reveal new endings to the Atomfall story.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Perfect Dark Studio Head Jack Gallagher Announces Departure From Xbox
In his announcement post, Gallagher spoke about the pride he felt in working on Perfect Dark at The Initiative, while also thanking Xbox.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Randy Pitchford faces backlash over Borderlands 4's Xbox performance issues and missing features
Memory leaks, frame drops, and missing features are frustrating console fans — but a fix may be on the way.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Turtle Beach Announces New Xbox Wired & Licensed Mario Switch Controllers
Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation today unveiled a variety of new Designed for Xbox and Officially Licensed for Nintendo Switch gaming controllers. On Xbox and Windows, Turtle Beach has introduced four unique new colorways for the Turtle Beach Rematch Advanced Wired Controller for Xbox. The new colorways feature either glow-in-the-dark or lenticular designs and are named Blue Kitsune, Cotton Candy, Kyoto Bloom, and Dark Cosmos.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Source

Windows Xbox app update now pulls in your Steam and other PC games
The update, ahead of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally release, is the latest attempt to aggregate and unify PC game libraries on Windows.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox confirms new wave of Game Pass titles and plans for Black Ops 7 beta
The next wave of games for Xbox Game Pass have been announced, with new titles coming to PC, console and cloud. On top of that though, Microsoft has also confirmed plans for the Black Ops 7 beta, and Game Pass subscribers will get early access.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass September 2025 Wave 2 Lineup Confirmed — Hades Dominates
Plus Visions of Mana, Frostpunk 2, and more.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Xbox on PC Gets Gaming Library, Apps, and Play History
Starting today, we're excited to share that new updates are rolling out for Xbox on PC and handheld that make it easier to launch and manage your games and apps - all in one place. In response to feedback we've heard from Xbox Insiders and our community, we've introduced several new features to enhance your gaming experience on Windows PCs and handhelds.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox Series S optimisations made Battlefield 6 "better and more stable" across all platforms
The Xbox Series S has been a bit of a weird system, with the console offering a cheaper way to get into the current generation of gaming -- albeit with plenty of compromises depending on the title in question. That said, while some developers have bemoaned the existence of the Series S, Battlefield developers at DICE have claimed that working with the console has made the upcoming Battlefield 6 "better and more stable" across all platforms.
September 16, 2025 — Source

You Can Play Hollow Knight: Silksong on Xbox Game Pass Now
Microsoft added a few other games to the service, too, but everyone knows we're here to play Silksong, right?
September 16, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — September 9th, 2025

A previously PlayStation exclusive indie hit now has a demo on Xbox for the first time — just in case you're not hyped by Hollow Knight: Silksong
AWAKEN - Astral Blade is coming soon to Xbox, but you can check out a playable demo for it right now.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Borderlands 4 Officially Licensed Wireless Xbox Controller Releases Alongside The Game
PowerA's Special Edition wireless Xbox and PC controllers have four remappable back buttons, trigger locks, Hall Effect sticks, custom profiles, and more pro-style features.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Hollow Knight: Silksong Already Has Over 5 Million Players After Just A Few Days, Analyst Says
That impressive number includes 1 million people playing via Xbox Game Pass.
September 9, 2025 — Source

How Real Blacksmith History Helped Shape Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's Legacy of the Forge DLC
Legacy of the Forge is the next slice of DLC lined up for this year's bestselling medieval RPG, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. With its focus on blacksmithing, the update's been designed to not only add a host of satisfying new gameplay features, but also give players fresh new avenues for customisation and roleplaying.
September 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest Starts Today -- Check Out All the Games Included
We're thrilled to announce that our Indie Selects Demo Fest has begun, featuring more than 40 exciting game demos available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Like our last Demo Fest, you can download and play these games anytime between September 9 and September 30.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Microsoft and LG are bringing Xbox Cloud Gaming to cars
Microsoft's Xbox Cloud Gaming service is already available on a massive number of devices, offering game streaming capabilities to almost everything with a screen, including PCs, consoles, mobile devices, and more. Now, the functionality is being extended to vehicles thanks to a partnership between Microsoft and LG.
September 9, 2025 — Source or Source

There are early signs that Xbox Cloud Gaming is set for a BIG upgrade — could it finally match NVIDIA GeForce Now?
Xbox Cloud Gaming has vastly improved its latency, but not its picture quality. That could be set to change soon.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Turtle Beach's Three New Designed for Xbox Racing Game Accessories Are Now Available for XBOX & PC
Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation today announced three new Designed for Xbox racing game accessories are now available globally. The three new racing accessories include two new VelocityOne Race simulation accessories for seasoned sim racers on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows - the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Race KD3 wheel and pedals system and Turtle Beach VelocityOne F-RX formula-style racing wheel, while the third is the new Turtle Beach Racer Wireless Racing Wheel for Xbox which gives aspiring racing game fans on Xbox and Windows an easier way to drive and an enhanced experience in games that feature racing or driving gameplay.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Two former Xbox executives say Game Pass is hurting first party studios
Two former Xbox executives have revealed their thoughts on Game Pass this week. While Game Pass has been a successful service for ensuring a broad number of games find an audience, there are an increasing number of people sounding warning alarms over the impact on overall sales.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast Announced For September 25
If you want to see what's next from Xbox, you'll have to get up really early.
September 9, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — Xbox — September 5th, 2025

Borderlands 4 won't hit Game Pass at launch — here's why
Fans will need to buy the game on day one, though a future Game Pass drop isn't off the table
September 5, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for September 8 to 12
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
September 5, 2025 — Source

Path of Exile 2: The Third Edict -- Introducing Some of the 12 New Bosses in the Latest Update
The Third Edict, the next major update for Path of Exile 2 in Game Preview, is out now, and brings a massive amount of new content alongside overall improvements to the game. One of the largest additions is the introduction of Act Four, with 12 new bosses to challenge players.
September 5, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally X vs Lenovo Legion Go 2 — Which gaming handheld is better?
The ROG Xbox Ally X and the Lenovo Legion Go 2 are both next-gen Windows 11 handheld gaming PCs, but what are the differences between them?
September 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — September 4th, 2025

Free Play Days -- Madden 26, TopSpin 2K25, Beyond Galaxyland and Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker
Kick off September in style with Free Play Days! Madden 26, TopSpin 2K25, Beyond Galaxyland and Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker are available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard and Core members to play from Thursday September 4 until Sunday, September 7.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Hollow Knight: Silksong
As the lethal hunter Hornet, adventure through a kingdom ruled by silk and song! Captured and taken to this unfamiliar world, prepare to battle mighty foes and solve ancient mysteries as you ascend on a deadly pilgrimage to the kingdom's peak.
September 4, 2025 — Source

ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest Is Heading Your Way Next Week
Exciting news -- Indie Selects is bringing you a monster new Demo Fest next week. From September 9-30, players on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One can dive into more than 40 demos, including upcoming titles and games with new content.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Xbox Wireless Controller Breaker Series Comes in Three Designs
They say good things come in threes - and the Xbox Wireless Controller Breaker special edition series is no exception. This bold new family of special edition controllers includes Heart Breaker, Ice Breaker, and Storm Breaker. For the very first time, three distinct special edition controllers are launching simultaneously, each with their own personality and unique features - from metallic coatings to frosted translucent elements - offering players more choice from day one. Whichever controller you choose, you're making the right call. Now, without further ado, it's time to meet the Breakers.
September 4, 2025 — Source

You Can Play Hollow Knight: Silksong on Xbox Game Pass Now
You Can Play Hollow Knight: Silksong on Xbox Game Pass Now
September 4, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — September 1st, 2025

Play Like A Superstar in EA Sports NHL 26 with the EA Play 10-Hour Trial
Game Pass Ultimate members can now take to the ice for up to 10 hours in EA Sports NHL 26. If they decide to buy, their progress carries over to the full game, so they can get ready for the next match.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Kojima Set to Offer Glimpse at 'Future Projects' During Event Celebrating 10 Years of Independence From Konami
Streamed online later this month.
September 1, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox Next May Cost Twice as Much as PlayStation 6 Due to Magnus APU and Third-Party Stores Support; Xbox PCs Won't Support Backward Compatibility
The Xbox next-generation system could cost significantly more than the PlayStation 6 due to the Magnus APU and the potential support of third-party stores that would deprive Microsoft of the 30% cut on every game sold on the system.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 29th, 2025

Eight Tips for Causing Maximum Chaos in Friends versus Friends From Day One
Hey fellow Xbox enjoyers! Today we announced that our chaotic online PVP shooter Friends vs Friends will be coming to Xbox Series X & S next week on the 1st September!
August 29, 2025 — Source

Helldivers 2 Review Update - Now on Xbox Series X/S
Feet first back into Hell, now on Xbox.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for September 1 to 5
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
August 29, 2025 — Source

Xbox scores multiple top 10 hits while game subscription spending surges in July — but Nintendo still dominates hardware sales
July's Circana report shows game subscription spending in the US up 21% and the overall US market climbing to $5.1 billion.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 25th, 2025

2.5D Pixel-Art Cyberpunk Platformer Replaced Will Launch in Spring 2026
Replaced, the 2.5D pixel-art, retro-futuristic, cyberpunk-themed platformer that was first announced in 2021, has a new release window from developer Sad Cat Studios, with game director Yura Zhdanovich announcing, "with confidence," that Replaced will arrive on PC and Xbox Series X/S in Spring 2026.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Black Myth: Wukong Xbox Series X Review -- The Art of the Battle
Black Myth: Wukong's grand entrance on the Xbox is a satisfying and rewarding experience that's quite easy to recommend.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

World of Warcraft leads talk to us: Player Housing, Horde versus Alliance, future classes and specs, player identity, the elusive 'Xbox version,' and more
We caught up with Ion Hazzikostas and Holly Longdale to talk about the past, present, and future of World of Warcraft.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 22nd, 2025

Double Fine's Tim Schafer Rules Out More Sequels for Now, So You Can Forget About Brütal Legend 2 and Psychonauts 3
Light at the end of the tunnel.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Hollow Knight: Silksong Will Be On Xbox Game Pass
Team Cherry's long-awaited and highly anticipated game is nearly here, and it'll be on Microsoft's subscription service.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Replaced Gets New Gameplay Showcase Along With Interview
In the interview, studio co-founder Igor Gritsay spoke about the challenges in developing Replaced's visually distinct art style.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Replaced Is a Beautiful, Brilliant 2.5D Cyberpunk Thriller | gamescom 2025
Pixel art, possibly perfected.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Where to buy Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X — ROG's Windows 11 gaming handheld PCs with Ryzen Z2 processors
The ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X are releasing on October 16, 2025. Here's where you'll be able to buy them.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 21st, 2025

5 Things You Might've Missed in the Wildekin Reveal Trailer
You've tumbled from the sky and crash-landed into Wildekin, an upcoming 3D pixel art adventure unveiled during a World Premiere in the Xbox @ gamescom 2025 broadcast today.
August 21, 2025 — Source

DirectX speeds up game loads up to 10X with new advanced shader compiling — feature debuts with Xbox PC app on ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X, more devices later
Advanced shader delivery will cut initial game loading time by as much as 85%.
August 21, 2025 — Source

GeForce Now adds eight Total War classics to the library
Nvidia started off the week with some major announcements for GeForce Now. We've already covered the new RTX 5080 upgrade, as well as new features like 'Instant Play' and the ability to install your own games. Now, it is time to take a look at something coming in the more immediate future -- new games for the library.
August 21, 2025 — Source

I tried Windows 11's new handheld gaming mode on the Xbox Ally — will this save gaming on Windows handhelds?
We take our first look at how Microsoft is improving and optimizing Windows 11 for small handheld gaming PCs like the upcoming Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. There's some interesting stuff here!
August 21, 2025 — Source

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants DLC -- First Hands-on
Here's a sentence I didn't think I'd type one day -- I spent a very long time exploring the secrets of the Vatican. And I wasn't the only one.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Invincible VS: Going Hands-on with Three New Characters (Including Omni-Man)
If you've watched or read the excellent "Invincible," you're probably aware of just how brutal the fights between these superheroes can be -- I'm still not over watching Omni-Man wipe the floor with the Guardians of the Globe and it has been years since I saw that first episode. That episode is also a good barometer of how bloody you can expect the fights to be in Invincible VS, an upcoming 3v3 tag fighting game from Skybound's first in-house game development studio, Quarter Up, comprised of members behind the excellent Killer Instinct (2013).
August 21, 2025 — Source

Kill The Brickman Looks Like It Could Be This Year's Balatro, And It's Out Now
The arcade-inspired brick-breaking game is published by Vampire Survivors studio Poncle.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Is a Modern, Graceful Action Classic-in-Waiting
It's such a simple decision -- in Onimusha: Way of the Sword, pressing the block button lets you deflect or parry attacks from any direction. Your character, Musashi Miyamoto, will seamlessly pull his katana into just the right position, sometimes readjusting for multiple strikes on the fly. It's a single gameplay choice that says so much about this game, and offers so much to the player -- built to dominate more than struggle. Plus, performing a no-look block just feels superb.
August 21, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X to Hit Store Shelves October 16th 2025
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced that ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X — featuring cutting-edge AMD Ryzen Z2 Series processors — will be available on shelves on October 16, 2025. Both new gaming handhelds will be available to try out for the first time on the show floor of gamescom 2025. ROG will have a massive presence at gamescom 2025, boasting a full lineup of 2025 laptops to give gamers a taste of what next-gen hardware is capable of.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Super Meat Boy 3D Adds Multiple New Dimensions to a Classic Platformer
Super Meat Boy 3D Adds Multiple New Dimensions to a Classic Platformer
August 21, 2025 — Source

The Outer Worlds 2 is Going to Give us Ample Opportunity to Mess Around in Its World
Mayhem seems to be the name of the game when it comes to The Outer Worlds 2. During Xbox Games Showcase, we got to see first-hand how open-ended its approach to missions can be, with its world designed to allow for multiple pathways to achieve your objective. Today at gamescom, we got an even fresher look at some of the shenanigans that can occur in a recent hands-off presentation of Obsidian's upcoming sci-fi RPG, hosted by Game Director Brandon Adler, with Design Director Matt Singh behind the controls.
August 21, 2025 — Source

There Are No Ghosts at the Grand Is Exactly as Unusual as You'd Hoped
The first-ever public demo of There Are No Ghosts at the Grand takes me just under half an hour to finish. And yet, in that short time, this game morphs from a comedy hotel renovation sim, into boat repair, then an interactive musical, then a small-scale survival game, then a narrative horror and, finally, (checks notes) a first-person shooter that involves firing furniture at haunted armchairs with spider legs.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Triangle Strategy shadow-drops on Xbox for Gamescom 2025 — a critically-acclaimed RPG to tide you over until Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles arrives
The hit SRPG from 2022 by the creators of Octopath Traveller and Bravely Default has finally arrived on Xbox.
August 21, 2025 — Source

You Can Play the New Gears of War Game Now on Xbox Game Pass
Subscribers can also play Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 19th, 2025

Asus says the new Gears of War is 'ROG Xbox Ally certified'
Is a Steam Deck Certified-style system on its way for Windows-based handhelds like the Ally and Legion Go? We'll have to wait and see.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Coming to Game Pass: Gears of War: Reloaded, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Void/Breaker, and More
Hope to see you in chat for Opening Night Live tonight, and don't forget to tune into the two days of Xbox Broadcast at gamescom starting tomorrow -- we'll have updates for you on all sorts of games including announcements, gameplay, interviews, and more (full details here on Xbox Wire)! Let's kick off this round of announcements with the games coming soon.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Gears of War: Reloaded, Persona 4 Golden, Dragon Age Veilguard, and more hit Xbox Game Pass
Over half of August has already gone away, but there are still more games coming to Xbox Game Pass in the coming week or so. Microsoft today announced the next wave that will hit subscribers, and it carries a first-party release, a recent EA and BioWare RPG, and much more.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Helldivers 2 x Halo: ODST crossover confirmed — I'm happy these weapons are coming alongside the Xbox version of this PlayStation game
The Helljumpers are inbound to Helldivers 2, bringing Xbox reinforcements for the PlayStation and PC veterans on August 26.
August 19, 2025 — Source or Source or Source or Watch Video

Is Gears of War: Reloaded bringing its 4K visuals and 120 FPS multiplayer to Xbox Game Pass? — Here's what we know
Gears of War: Reloaded is the latest remaster in the series, but will you be able to use Game Pass to play it?
August 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft could be working on a cheaper Xbox Cloud Gaming plan
Xbox Cloud Gaming is a particularly useful service for gamers who have a strong internet connection but don't want to spend money on purchasing a dedicated console and accompanying games. It basically allows people to play titles hosted on Microsoft's cloud platform for a fixed monthly fee. Now, it seems like Microsoft may be looking to reduce the price of this service.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Microsoft introduces 'ROG Xbox Ally Certified' verification system
One of Valve biggest successes with the Steam Deck was its ever-increasing support from developers and their games -- with thousands of titles achieving Steam Deck Verified status within months of the handheld system's launch. It seems Microsoft is taking another page out of Valve's book for its upcoming handheld, announcing its own 'ROG Xbox Ally Certified' label.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Next-Gen Xbox Console Aims To Put Players First, Says Microsoft
Microsoft has big plans for the next generation of Xbox.
August 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

ROG Xbox Ally: Release Date, Specs, Price and How It Compares to Steam Deck
Can Microsoft and Asus give Valve some handheld competition?
August 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 17th, 2025

Black Myth: Wukong finally lands on Xbox — plus this week's other new releases
Get ready to immerse yourself in unleashing sorcery and fighting monstrous bosses: Black Myth: Wukong arrives this week on Xbox. Legends await!
August 17, 2025 — Source

Nightdive and id Software are a match made in gaming heaven — As I play Heretic + Hexen, I'm hopeful for more remasters across Activision and Bethesda
Nightdive's regular team-ups with id Software have become something to look forward to, and I hope it continues with even more recent games.
August 17, 2025 — Source

Silent Hill f Exclusive Interview Confirmed for August 21st on Xbox's Gamescom Broadcast
Series producer Motoi Okamoto and NeoBards Entertainment director Al Yang will be on hand to discuss the upcoming survival horror.
August 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 16th, 2025

The 20 Best Xbox Games Right Now
Whether you're gaming on an Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S or streaming Xbox Cloud Gaming, CNET's experts have rounded up the best Xbox games for you in 2025.
August 16, 2025 — Source

With GTA 6, next-gen exclusives, and a console comeback on the horizon, Xbox risks sitting on the sidelines — here's why
Hardware definitely isn't Xbox's focus anymore, but with all of its extra-curricular distractions, it could end up missing this easy opportunity to actually sell more Xbox Series X|S consoles than usual.
August 16, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 11th, 2025

Echoes of the End: An Epic Fantasy Adventure Inspired By Iceland
In the summer of 2017, I had the good fortune to be invited to take part in a collective brainstorming session at Myrkur Games, a brand-new game studio here in Reykjavík, Iceland. The goal was simple: to help develop the premise for a brand-new video game.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 10th, 2025

Madden NFL 26 Leads This Week's Xbox Drops—But Don't Miss These Hidden Gems
More new games launch on the Xbox Store this week, including Madden NFL 26, but don't forget about the recent Heretic + Hexen remaster.
August 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 8th, 2025

Avalanche gives statement after Xbox publishing deal cancelled
Last night, it became clear that there was another casualty in the recent Xbox shake-up. Xbox has cancelled its publishing deal and funding for Avalanche's new game, Contraband. Now, Avalanche has confirmed that the project has been paused while the studio looks into its options.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Hideo Kojima's Physint is Currently in the "Conceptual Stage"
Kojima Productions' founder also considers Death Stranding 2 to be incomplete because of daily interviews, photo shoots, and more.
August 8, 2025 — Source

History Reclaimed, Futures Reimagined: Celebrating Indigenous Storytelling Through Games
Gaming has evolved into more than pure entertainment. It's now a dynamic canvas for culture. It can breathe life into ancestral knowledge, preserve endangered languages, give form to lived experiences, and become a vessel for empathy and understanding. A new generation of Indigenous creators are leveraging this canvas, not just to tell their stories, but to reshape how history is remembered and how futures are imagined.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Kojima's Xbox exclusive OD is still safe from cancellation according to insiders
Following the latest suite of mass lay-offs at Xbox a couple months ago, the console maker is seemingly not done cancelling projects, with Avalanche Studios' Contraband said to be the latest title to be canned. Fortunately, it seems as though Hideo Kojima's much-anticipated experimental title OD remains safely in development...for now.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for August 11 to 15
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
August 8, 2025 — Source

The First Xbox Handheld Could Be Coming Sooner Than You Think
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X are coming a lot sooner than you think.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Xbox Play Anywhere returns for Ready or Not — What it means for gamers on Xbox and PC
VOID Interactive has quietly added "Xbox Play Anywhere" support back into Ready or Not, a realistic tactical shooter.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 4th, 2025

Rare Celebrates 40 Years with Ruby-Themed Exclusives and More
1985 was the height of the British home computer scene; an era of games delivered on cassette tapes by young coders producing innovative titles straight out of their bedrooms. Among the most notable of these developers were Ultimate, already responsible for ground-breaking titles like Jetpac and Knight Lore -- but the studio's founders weren't about to rest on their laurels.
August 4, 2025 — Source or Source

Report: Microsoft quietly disables vital Windows feature crippling many AMD Ryzen CPUs
Microsoft, in March earlier this year, published a new Xbox Game Bar update that changed the look and feel of the application. The app is essentially Microsoft's in-house overlay for Windows for gaming and helps monitor resource usage, as well as capture gameplay screenshots and videos, and more.
August 4, 2025 — Source

What's the Point of Skyblivion — the Fan-Made Recreation of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion — When Bethesda's Official Remaster Already Exists? The Modders Explain
Skyblivion — the upcoming fan remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion made by the TESRenewal volunteer modding group — has just dropped its first update since the release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered in April, confirming the fan-made project will still release later this year.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Xbox Next Magnus APU Will Provide Flexibility for Scaling an Entire Stack of Systems That Will Likely Compete More With Pre-Built PCs Than the PlayStation 6
The Magnus APU rumored to be powering the Xbox next-generation system will provide, with its unique design, a lot of flexibility that will allow Microsoft to scale an entire stack of systems that are more likely to compete with pre-built PCs rather than the PlayStation 6 and other traditional consoles.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — August 1st, 2025

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for August 4 to 8
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
August 1, 2025 — Source

WWE 2K25 is free to play on Xbox and PC over SummerSlam weekend — here are the game modes you should try first
WWE is gearing up for its first two night SummerSlam event this weekend, and you can play out your own version completely free of charge.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Added Grounded 2 and These Other Games In July
Game Pass subscribers can also play the '90s-inspired horror game Abiotic Factor now.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 29th, 2025

A Tale of Two Ants told from two sides — our experiences with Grounded 2's stellar early access launch
Two members of the Windows Central team have spent hours in Obsidian Entertainment's latest game, and we're having a blast
July 29, 2025 — Source or Source

Buggin' Out: A Survival Guide to Getting Started in Grounded 2
It's time to get shrunk, gear up, and enter Brookhollow Park in Grounded 2, out in Xbox Game Preview and Steam Early Access today. Grounded 2 takes us -- and the first game's cast of teenagers -- to some brand-new bug-stomping grounds, and this world is bigger, denser, and holds many more secrets and stories to uncover than the Backyard we played in previously.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Grounded 2 Early Access Review
A stellar starting point for this shrunken survival sequel, despite rocky technical performance.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Grounded 2 has gorgeous lighting — the atmosphere pulls me in even more than the first game
I've helped build a base and tame Fire Ants, but the warm lighting in Grounded 2 continues to stand out as I play.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Horizon Series Crosses 38 Million Units Sold
Sony's recent lawsuit indicates an uptick in sales for the post-apocalyptic series, which sold 32.7 million copies as of May 2023.
July 29, 2025 — Source

How to Play Xbox Games on Your iPad Without a Console
Imagine playing your favorite Xbox games anywhere, anytime—without a console or even downloading a single file. Sounds too good to be true? Thanks to Xbox Cloud Gaming, this dream is now a reality for iPad users. Whether you're lounging on the couch, traveling, or simply want to turn your iPad into a portable gaming hub, this cloud-powered service delivers a seamless experience. But here's the catch: setting it up might seem daunting at first.
July 29, 2025 — Source

I love how Grounded 2 gets rid of tired survival game tools — it makes the game better, not easier
The Omni-Tool takes care of all your resource collection needs, and it makes for a less tedious and more balanced game.
July 29, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally Pre-Orders Will Reportedly Kick-Off at Gamescom 2025
Yesterday, Xbox confirmed its lineup for what it will feature during Gamescom 2025, with over 20 games on the list, and that its recently announced upcoming handheld, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, will be available for players at the show to go hands-on with. Today, notable and reliable leaker Billbil-kun from Dealabs reports that pre-orders for both handhelds will go live the same day that Gamescom 2025 kicks-off, on August 20, 2025.
July 29, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox adds age checks in UK to comply with Online Safety Act
Microsoft restricts Xbox social features in Britain as new law takes effect
July 29, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Added Grounded 2 and These Other Games In July
Game Pass subscribers can also play the '90s-inspired horror game Abiotic Factor now.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Xbox Opens 'Stream Your Own Game' Feature on PC App
Microsoft has announced that the Xbox PC app has been updated to support the 'Stream Your Own Game' feature that was released for Xbox consoles in November 2024. This still happens through Xbox Cloud Gaming, which is currently gated through the Game Pass Ultimate subscription. It also means that the feature is only available in the 28 countries where Xbox Cloud Gaming is supported.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Xbox PC App Now Allows Users to Stream Games They Own Through Microsoft Store
The feature includes more than 250 games, and requires users to make no additional payments or subscriptions to start streaming.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 25th, 2025

Invincible VS Will Have an "Absolutely Insane" Roster of Characters -- Robert Kirkman
Kirkman also said that, if there's a character that players want to pick, there is a "99%" chance that they're in the game.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for July 28 to August 1
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
July 25, 2025 — Source

Physical editions of upcoming Xbox games will include a disc after all (with a catch)
Over the past few days, we've seen Microsoft back-track on many of its more controversial decisions when it comes to Xbox and the games it produces, with the publisher announcing that it would no longer be increasing its full-priced games to $80 later this holiday. Following this, the console maker has now confirmed that the Xbox releases of The Outer Worlds 2 and Ninja Gaiden 4 will include an actual disc in the box...sort of.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Starfield Receives Small Steam Beta Update, Bethesda Will Detail "Exciting Things" in Coming Months
After teasing a "lot of exciting things" for this year, Bethesda Game Studios' sci-fi RPG has received only a few small updates.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Tales of the Shire: How to be a Hobbit -- an Essential Guide to Settling into Bywater
Based on the beloved fantasy books 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' by J.R.R. Tolkien, your time in this peaceful corner of The Shire will quietly unfold between the great epics of Middle-earth, as you arrive in the catchment of Bywater after hitching a ride with a grey-bearded steward. It's enough to make a Took misty-eyed, and we cannot wait to welcome you to this quaint town to experience everything it has to offer.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 22nd, 2025

Battlefield 6 is Getting an Open Beta With Two Styles of Class and Weapon Customisation Options
The new style of classes without weapon restrictions incentivises the right weapons by offering bonuses without penalising wrong weapons.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Source

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 rated by the ESRB — and it looks like we're not going to be free of the weed-themed skins any time soon
The rating summary includes mentions of a rifle with a bong attachment and player characters "smoking joints".
July 22, 2025 — Source

Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival -- Answering the Deep, Dark Questions
We've just announced Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival -- a new, single-player, survival horror action game coming to Xbox Series X|S, which dives deep into one of the most legendary horror franchises of all time.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Fable Rumored to Be Missing 2026 Launch Window, Too
In late February, Xbox Studios head Craig Duncan revealed to fans that Fable would be missing its 2025 launch window. He did so while reassuring them with a new, gorgeous Pre-Alpha gameplay video that promised everything was in order except for the additional polish required before shipping the game.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Leaked Lenovo Legion Go 2 Will Make You Mad at Xbox and Nintendo
The Legion Go 2's upgraded screen and improved specs make it a contender, so long as it's not eye-gougingly expensive.
July 22, 2025 — Source

No Rest for the Wicked Might Initially Skip Xbox Because of 'Market Conditions'
The top-down action RPG No Rest for the Wicked could skip Xbox, at least at first, as suggested by Moon Studios founder and Game Director Thomas Mahler. While chatting in the game's official Discord channel, he said:
July 22, 2025 — Source

Xbox Games, Playthrough Progress to Sync Across Consoles, PCs, and Cloud
Cloud-compatible games are starting to appear in the Xbox PC app's library.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 20th, 2025

GameSir G7 Pro wireless controller review: STILL wired-only with Xbox, but I love it anyway
The GameSir G7 Pro is a LOT of controller for $80, but it's still missing the one feature I actually want... for now?
July 20, 2025 — Source

New Xbox games launching this week, from July 21 through July 27 — Wuchang: Fallen Feathers comes to Xbox Game Pass
Abiotic Factor and Wuchang: Fallen Feathers lead the next week of game launches on the Xbox store.
July 20, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Added Grounded 2 and These Other Games In July
Game Pass subscribers can also play the '90s-inspired horror game Abiotic Factor now.
July 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 18th, 2025

Blades of Fire Gets 10-Hour Free Trial on Xbox Series X/S Until July 20
Along with the generous free trial, Blades of Fire is also available at a 20 percent discount across Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 tipped for mid-November release
Microsoft ended the Xbox Game Showcase in June with the announcement of this year's Call of Duty game, Black Ops 7. Nothing else has been announced beyond the initial teaser but a new leak has revealed a November release date.
July 18, 2025 — Source

How Dying Light: The Beast Transformed Nights to Pure Horror -- Let's Ask the Devs
More than a decade ago, the original Dying Light introduced a new and unique vision for the zombie survival horror genre: Instead of a linear, clearly defined space you were thrown into a brutal open world zombie apocalypse where first-person parkour and visceral combat are the only keys to survival. Since then, more than 50 million unique players have joined in humanity's last fight.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for July 21 to 25
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
July 18, 2025 — Source

PlayStation 6, Next Xbox AMD Zen 6 "Magnus" APU May Have Leaked; 11 CPU Cores, 384-bit Memory Bus Revealed
The PlayStation 6 or next-generation Xbox APU may have been revealed, alongside the first details on CPU core configuration and memory bus.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Subnautica 2 Studio's New CEO Speaks Out Against Lawsuit by Co-Founders
Steve Papoutsis also spoke about his own role in helping plan day-to-day development at Unknown Worlds without getting in the way.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Virtuos Confirms Layoffs, 270 Employees Affected
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered developer's "rebalancing of roles" has resulted in layoffs for Europe and Asia.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Adds Grounded 2 and Other Games This Month
Game Pass subscribers can also play the new '90s-inspired horror game Abiotic Factor now.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 17th, 2025

All Caps on Deck. BattleCap Sets Sail Today on Xbox
Ruizhao Chen here, designer of BattleCap -- the naval combat party game that transforms your living room into a bottle cap battleground. After years of sweat, laughter, and way too many "last rounds" with our dev team, I'm thrilled to announce: BattleCap launches today on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One!
July 17, 2025 — Source

Fallout's Future Looks Bright Despite Xbox's Struggles
While Xbox faces down problems on various fronts, Fallout continues to be a ray of hope for fans of its over-the-top action and dystopian narratives.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Free Play Days -- Skull & Bones, Destiny 2, Breakout Beyond, Blades of Fire and Atomicrops
Clear out all your plans, we got a jam-packed weekend with Free Play Days! Breakout Beyond and Atomicrops are available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard and Core members to play from Thursday July 17 until Sunday, July 20
July 17, 2025 — Source

Unfinished Business: How Nacon Created RoboCop's Most Difficult Assignment Yet
I'm going to do that thing people don't like, where I remind you about the inevitable passage of time. If that's the sort of thing that does about as much damage to you as failing to comply when ordered by ED-209, then look away now. Today marks 38 years since RoboCop's debut and what better way to celebrate than with a double feature.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Adds Grounded 2 and Others This Month
Game Pass subscribers can also play the new '90s-inspired horror game Abiotic Factor now.
July 17, 2025 — Source

ZeniMax QA testers face whiplash and "rancid" work morale following Microsoft's gaming layoffs — but the union still fights
ZeniMax quality assurance workers fought for a contract with Microsoft for over two years. Reeling from layoffs, they're still here.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 14th, 2025

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally listed at €599 (Ryzen Z2) and €899 (Ryzen Z2 Extreme) by official Spanish distributor
ASUS and Microsoft ROG Xbox Ally handheld consoles leak with prices from €599 to €899
July 14, 2025 — Source or Source

Forza Horizon 5 eclipsed Forza Motorsport sales
This month, we learned that Microsoft had shut down several studios and cancelled a number of major projects. One of the studios hit the hardest was Turn 10, Microsoft's first-party studio responsible for the Forza Motorsport series of racing games. Forza Motorsport has apparently been cancelled for the foreseeable future, in favour of the much better performing Forza Horizon series.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Irem Collection Vol. 3 Brings 3 Upgraded Retro Shoot 'em Ups to Xbox
Irem Collection Volume 3 featuring a fantastical trio of upgraded arcade shoot 'em ups is available digitally!
July 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Wild Hearts S New Comparison Shows the System Can Hold Its Own With Current-Gen Consoles, Surpassing The Xbox Series S in Some Scenarios
A new Wilds Hearts S comparison shared online during the weekend highlights how the Nintendo Switch 2 can hold its own with other current-generation systems, and in some cases, even surpassing them.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Pricing May Doom Asus' Xbox Ally Handheld Before It Even Gets a Fair Shot
Why won't Microsoft cut Asus some slack for making its hardware?
July 14, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally pricing confirmed in new leak
It has been just over a month since the ROG Xbox Ally handheld was announced. This is a collaboration between Xbox and Asus to produce a new handheld with an updated 'gaming UI' for Windows 11 that enables easy switching of apps and quick access to the Xbox app, Battle Net, Steam and other launchers. While we still don't have a solid launch date for the handheld, a recent leak has given us an early look at pricing.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Source

The Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X prices may have leaked — and if true, it's not as bad as I thought
Microsoft and ASUS are gearing up to launch the Xbox Ally PC gaming handheld later this year, and the biggest questions remain fixed on price. Do we have our first answer?
July 14, 2025 — Source

Xbox Graphics Lead Puts Out Tone-Deaf Hiring Call With AI-Slop, Shortly After Devastating Layoffs
July 2025 kicked off with devastating news for Microsoft employees, as it laid off 9,000 workers across the entire company, with a significant number of those layoffs hitting Xbox and Microsoft's gaming division. Studios and game projects were shut down, veteran developers were either laid off or left because of the cuts, and amid reports that the layoffs are directly related to Microsoft wanting to invest more in its AI efforts, Microsoft and Xbox executives have failed to read the room multiple times.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 12th, 2025

These 5 free add-ons make Minecraft Bedrock Edition feel brand new
Forget the same old survival loop, these five free add-ons reinvent Minecraft Bedrock in the best ways.
July 12, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 11th, 2025

Drop Into Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 and 4, Now on Xbox Game Pass
High on Life also returned to Xbox Game Pass.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy XVI producer doubles down on multiplatform strategy for Xbox — comments on popularity of turn-based RPGS
Naoki Yoshida states that Square Enix will continue to release Final Fantasy on multiple platforms and answers questions about whether the franchise will ever return to turn-based combat.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Microsoft spends up to $50 million for Game Pass titles
A recently laid-off project manager says that deals for Xbox Game Pass games (that Microsoft doesn't already own) range from $50K to $50 million or more.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for July 14 to 18
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 10th, 2025

Free Play Days -- MLB The Show 25, Polterguys: Possession Party, RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Complete Edition and Blasphemous
Summertime is in full swing, and we have got plenty to keep you cool with Free Play Days! RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Complete Edition is available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard and Core members to play from Thursday July 10 until Sunday, July 13.
July 10, 2025 — Source

RollerCoaster Tycoon 3, MLB The Show 25, and more arrive to Xbox Free Play Days
Following the break from last weekend, Microsoft is back with another round of Xbox Free Play Days promotions today. The latest offer has four games to try out: Blasphemous, MLB The Show 25, Polterguys: Possession Party, and RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition, with all of them being available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard, and Core members for no extra cost.
July 10, 2025 — Source

TES4: Oblivion Remastered is getting new difficulty settings in patch 1.2 — but I'm happier to see a fix for this major issue
Update 1.2 for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is bringing improved performance, reduced stuttering, and more fixes.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Upcoming Xbox Game Pass title 'Subnautica 2' is facing boycotts — after publisher Krafton Inc. allegedly nuked dev bonuses and ousted leaders
It's troubling waters for Subnautica 2 developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment, as publisher Krafton goes nuclear.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 7th, 2025

Xbox Reportedly Given "Utterly Unrealistic" Financial Target That Could Continue to Hurt the Division
The troubles at Xbox may be far from over, as Microsoft's CFO has set an "utterly unrealistic" financial target for the division that will continue to hurt the company's gaming division in the future.
July 7, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox says all the games shown in the 2025 Showcase are still coming — but why should we believe them?
This past week has been a bloodbath for the upcoming Xbox catalog, making it hard to take promises at face value.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — July 2nd, 2025

After A Decade, Rare's Everwild Canceled As Part Of Xbox Layoffs
As part of layoffs at the company, the plug has been pulled on this original IP from Rare.
July 2, 2025 — Source

All Games Shown At The Xbox Showcase In June Are "Safe" - Report
Microsoft is canceling some games but still has many in the works.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Black Ops 7, Forza Studios Impacted By Xbox Layoffs
Microsoft's cuts are running deep and wide.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Drop Into Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 and 4, Now on Xbox Game Pass
High on Life also returned to Xbox Game Pass.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Everwild has reportedly been cancelled amid Xbox layoffs
The game was under development for over a decade.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Everwild's cancellation has me worried for one of my favorite dev teams and Xbox itself — It needs creative new games to thrive and refresh its identity
Xbox needs creative new projects like those previously released by Rare to keep interest in its own studios. Cancelling Everwild has me worried for the future.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Forza Motorsport Developer's Staff Cut by Almost 50 Percent -- Rumor
Raven Software and Sledgehammer Games, known for their work on the Call of Duty series, have also reportedly faced layoffs.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders Gets Some New Tricks up its Sleeve
After opening the skiing season of the Lonely Mountains in January with Xbox Game Pass, more than one million riders have already hit the snowy slopes. But our team from Megagon Industries isn't done yet. Our newest Freestyle update released today not only introduces two new game modes with more than 100 new challenges to the game but also several accessibility improvements.
July 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft cancels at least three Xbox games, guts Forza studio, and shuts down another
Earlier today, a massive wave of layoffs was announced by Microsoft, one that will affect roughly 9,000 staff, or 4% of the workforce, at the behemoth company. As expected, Microsoft's gaming division, Xbox, has also been hit by these internal changes, and it's not good news for several games and at least one studio.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Microsoft continues Xbox layoffs, with jobs cut at King, Turn 10, ZeniMax Media, and more — read Phil Spencer's note to staff
King and ZeniMax Media, two of the subsidiaries at Microsoft Gaming, are being hit with layoffs.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer Rumored to Retire Following Next-Gen Xbox Launch
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer is reportedly planning to retire after the launch of the next-generation Xbox console, according to reports from gaming industry sources. The information reported by Insider Gaming originates from @TheGhostOfHope, a leaker with a track record for Call of Duty information. Spencer is allegedly working closely with Xbox President Sarah Bond and her team to facilitate a smooth leadership transition.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Microsoft is closing down Xbox studio The Initiative, with Perfect Dark killed as well — joining Everwild and ZeniMax's new IP, and other unannounced projects
Microsoft is closing down The Initiative, after 7 years. The partnership with Crystal Dynamics will end, and "Perfect Dark" will be cancelled.
July 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft is closing the studio developing the Perfect Dark reboot and cancelling the game
The staff of The Initiative are part of a massive wave of layoffs at Microsoft.
July 2, 2025 — Source

More Xbox Layoffs Announced, Phil Spencer Claims They Were Necessary
"Our platform, hardware, and game roadmap have never looked stronger," Phil Spencer says.
July 2, 2025 — Source

No, Microsoft and Xbox's Phil Spencer isn't stepping down any time soon — here's the truth
There are no plans for Phil Spencer, Microsoft's Xbox and gaming lead, to exit the company, according to Microsoft's CCO.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Rare's Everwild cancelled following Xbox cuts
Following initial rumours from last month, Microsoft has begun announcing its planned job cuts to internal studios. The full scope of the impact is still being determined but around 9000 layoffs are expected. Rare is reported as one of the studios affected, following the cancellation of Everwild.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a Soulslike RPG that's coming to Xbox Game Pass — after playing it, I still have these concerns
I had some fun playing Wuchang: Fallen Feathers at Summer Game Fest 2025, but the difficulty curve has me hoping the rest of the game isn't too brutal.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Xbox Cancels New MMO From Elder Scrolls Online Team In Latest Wave Of Cuts - Report
At least two games have been canceled as a result of Microsoft's latest wave of layoffs, it appears.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Xbox Has 40+ Projects In Active Development, Everything Shown At Xbox Summer Showcase Is "Continuing On"
According to a report from Variety regarding the mass layoffs at Microsoft today, everything shown at Xbox's Summer Showcase is "continuing on." Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty also confirmed earlier today that Xbox has 40+ projects currently in active development, following the cancellation of Perfect Dark and Everwild.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Xbox is cancelling Rare's 'Everwild' and ZeniMax's new MMORPG IP as part of broader cuts — with 'Perfect Dark' impacted as well
Xbox is canceling Everwild, a new IP from Sea of Thieves developer Rare.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Xbox layoffs to impact King, Zenimax and more
Since completing the $70 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard in late 2023, Microsoft has been looking to pump up Xbox's profit margins. That effort has already led to several rounds of job cuts, with another now set to take place this week.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Xbox layoffs: Microsoft closes studio The Initiative, cancels Perfect Dark, Everwild, and unannounced projects
Layoffs have been made across different studios and Xbox's publishing operations
July 2, 2025 — Source

Xbox's "AAAA" Perfect Dark Reboot Canceled, Developer Shutting Down
Perfect Dark was to be The Initiative's first game.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 30th, 2025

Ex-Microsoft executive: Xbox strategy is chaotic and company's console business is dead
Microsoft's Xbox strategy has been rather interesting lately, to put it one way. After going all in on its Game Pass subscription plans, the company made a rather major pivot, which resulted in previously exclusive Xbox games landing on Sony's PlayStation 5. A notable example of this is Forza Horizon 5, which landed on Sony's console in April.
June 30, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Microsoft Vet Declares Xbox Hardware Is Dead, Calls Current Strategy Chaotic
The console wars have always been heated, but it looks like Microsoft's Xbox may be throwing us a curve ball. We've come to expect hardware updates by each brand every few years since the early days of Nintendo versus Sega. And much like Sega, Microsoft appears to be changing its hardware strategy and focusing more on multi-platform software.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox App Now Lets You Plays Steam & Epic Games on Your Handheld
Have you ever wished for a single app to manage all your PC games, no matter where they're from? Microsoft's latest update to the Xbox app might just be the solution gamers have been waiting for. In a bold move to simplify the often chaotic world of PC gaming, the Xbox app now supports Steam and Epic Games libraries, allowing users to launch titles from these platforms directly within the app.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox Brought These Call of Duty and Warcraft Games to Game Pass in June
While Microsoft added a bunch of games to Xbox Game Pass, it also removed a handful of others from the service.
June 30, 2025 — Source

'Xbox Hardware Is Dead,' Says Founding Team Member, 'It Looks Like Xbox Has No Desire — Or Literally Can't — Ship Hardware Anymore'
"I don't love watching all of the value that I helped create slowly get eroded away."
June 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox "Has No Desire" To Make Hardware Anymore, Founding Team Member Says
Xbox team co-founder Laura Fryer thinks Microsoft is exiting the hardware business.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Xbox Needs to Get Weirder or Die Trying
"I think Xbox hardware is dead," said Laura Fryer, a founding member of Xbox, in a video slamming Microsoft's fumbling of the game system.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 29th, 2025

An Elder Scrolls 6 trailer has reportedly been seen by Microsoft employees
Ahead of the Xbox Games Showcase a few weeks ago, a rumour began doing the rounds the day before claiming that an Elder Scrolls 6 trailer was doing the rounds. The event came and went with zero mention of The Elder Scrolls 6, but it does seem that Bethesda is making good progress on the game.
June 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 28th, 2025

Meta's Xbox-Branded Quest 3S Just Sold Out for All the Wrong Reasons
Is demand for VR headsets really that high? Or did Meta just launch the perfect scalper bait?
June 28, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Review: The Best Content Deal in Gaming
Microsoft's multiplatform game service offers hundreds of games for everyone -- even if you don't have an Xbox -- for a monthly fee.
June 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 25th, 2025

Can the Next Xbox Turn Things Around for Microsoft?
The next generation of Xbox consoles is officially coming, but will Microsoft take a different approach after the middling Xbox Series X/S?
June 25, 2025 — Source

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Success Prompted Square Enix to Acknowledge Turn-Based RPGs
Square Enix president Takashi Kiryu reportedly spoke about how turn-based gameplay is at the root of the Final Fantasy series.
June 25, 2025 — Source

EA Sports College Football 26 Deep Dives Reveals Details About New Coach Mechanics in Dynasty Mode
The upcoming College Football 26 will build on top of the foundations that were first laid down in the Dynasty mode of the previous title.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Rust Console Edition Gets an Xbox Series X|S Upgrade -- Free for Existing Players
The island just got deadlier, and a whole lot better looking. Rust Console Edition is officially powering up for Xbox Series X|S, bringing a massive next-gen upgrade to one of the most unforgiving survival experiences on console. Whether you've logged hundreds of hours or you're waking up on the beach with nothing but a rock for the first time, this upgrade changes everything.
June 25, 2025 — Source

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Update Adds New Weapons and Full A-Life 2.0 Functionality
All life in the Zone is now simulated, even outside of the player's vision. You can also loot mutant parts and continue reloads.
June 25, 2025 — Source

The Indie Game Summer Cookout is Here: Indie Selects for June 2025
Break out the beach blankets, dust off the ice chest, and unfold those camping chairs because summer is here. The barbecue grill is out and the ID@Xbox team is serving up our hottest indie game picks. It wasn't easy putting together these Monthly Selects as everyone on the team wanted something different for this cookout.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Xbox Staff Brace Themselves for Yet More Layoffs as Microsoft Cuts Reportedly Set to Continue
Total affected remains unknown.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 23rd, 2025

Leaked images hint that an Xbox-themed Meta 3S headset is releasing soon
Microsoft has been all over the place when it comes to what comes next. The company is supposed to be hard at work on the next-generation console (that may or may not be releasing some time in 2027), allowing the Xbox Series X/S consoles to tap out and give way to the next level of gaming technologies. But it doesn't just stop there, as the company has also been working on various relationships with partner companies for alternative access scenarios for Xbox Game Pass titles.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Microsoft adds Steam games to its Xbox PC app on Windows
Xbox Insiders get access to Microsoft's new aggregated gaming library this week.
June 23, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Next Xbox and PS6 Will Use the Same AMD UDNA GPU Design: Leak
Performance should jump 20% over RDNA4 for general rasterization, but up to 2x for AI and raytracing.
June 23, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox Confirms It Will Be At Gamescom 2025
Xbox has confirmed through a post on X that it will be attending Gamescom 2025, which likely means another showcase from the company sometime between August 20 and 24. Bethesda and the World of Warcraft team at Blizzard will also be attending the event.
June 23, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox June Update: Copilot for Gaming Available for Testing on Mobile, Aggregated Gaming Library, and More
There are many exciting updates this month for Xbox. Copilot for Gaming is available now for early preview on mobile and will be coming to PC soon. Xbox PC app introduces a wave of new updates: Aggregated gaming library gives players quick access to games from Xbox, Game Pass, and other leading PC storefronts, and with publisher channels players can browse their favorite franchises.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Xbox-Branded Quest 3S Looks Ready To Launch, Is This Microsoft's Next Big Play?
If you ask Microsoft, the Redmond outfit will tell you that practically everything is an Xbox. Not literally, mind you, but the company's 'This is an Xbox' campaign attempts to hammer home the idea that a wide assortment of hardware can be used to access its Game Pass service.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Xenia Canary Development Team Is Not Working With Microsoft on the Xbox Classics Program
The Xenia Canary development team is not working with Microsoft on the rumored Xbox Classics program, the team itself confirmed in a new statement shared online.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 22nd, 2025

AMD UDNA architecture rumored to power PS6 and next Xbox with big ray tracing and AI gains
Apparently, both Xbox Series 2 and PlayStation 6 are expected to be supported by the same GPU architecture.
June 22, 2025 — Source

An 'Xbox Edition' Meta Quest 3S VR headset is on the way
It looks like Microsoft has more licensed Xbox hardware products on the way. During the Xbox Games Showcase earlier this month, the Asus ROG Xbox Ally handheld was announced and now, Meta is preparing an Xbox-branded version of the Quest 3S VR headset.
June 22, 2025 — Source

Persona 4 Revival isn't coming out anytime soon
Earlier this month during the Xbox Games Showcase, Persona 4 Revival was officially announced. Despite plenty of leaks surrounding the project, we did not get much official information during this announcement. Currently, the remake lacks a release date, but recent documents point to a longer wait than fans may have expected.
June 22, 2025 — Source

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is an "Original Story," Not "Specifically Made To Be AAA," Says Owlcat
"We are telling a new story happening simultaneously with all the events of the books and the show," says Owlcat's Alexander Mishulin.
June 22, 2025 — Source

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Started Development in 2021, Now Fully in Production
Creative director Alexander Mishuli assures that it's "still the same Owlcat game with all the different options for you to choose."
June 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 21st, 2025

Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition Leaked Ahead of Announcement
A limited Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition has been leaked in pictures via X user Zuby_Tech and might be very close to launch, at least according to Game Sandwich, which reckons the branded VR device will be available for purchase starting on Tuesday, June 24.
June 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 20th, 2025

AMD and Xbox Partnership Involves Making Custom Chips for Consoles, PCs and Handhelds
CEO Lisa Su says "AMD and Microsoft are building the future of immersive gaming" and is excited to "bring this tech to gamers everywhere."
June 20, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

AMD CEO: We're Designing a Full Roadmap of Gaming Chips for Xbox
Following Microsoft's announcement of an expanded partnership with AMD to make next-generation devices, AMD CEO Lisa Su also posted her own statement in a brief video message:
June 20, 2025 — Source

Bounty Star is a Cozy, Post-Apocalyptic Mech Brawler Brimming with Charm
As I drifted my large Desert Raptor MKII mech through an expansive desert canyon, crowded full of rocket-wielding hover bots and gun-toting bandits, I got the sense that Bounty Star might be onto something special here. My mech, assembled from a variety of parts looking like it was built in someone's garage (because it was), dispatched these challenging foes with a variety of heavy melee attacks and cannon fire.
June 20, 2025 — Source

How To Connect Xbox Controller to Mac in 2025
Have you ever found yourself fumbling with awkward keyboard controls while gaming on your Mac, wishing for the comfort and precision of a controller? You're not alone. With more Mac users diving into gaming, the demand for seamless controller compatibility has skyrocketed. The good news? Your trusty Xbox controller isn't just for consoles—it can pair effortlessly with your Mac, unlocking a smoother, more immersive gaming experience.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Is Windows the Future of Xbox?
The next Xbox may be as much PC as console.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for June 23 to 27
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
June 20, 2025 — Source

Samsung Electronics Partners With Electronic Arts and Xbox To Bring EA SPORTS FC™ 25 to Samsung Gaming Hub
Samsung TV and monitor owners can now play EA SPORTS FC™ 25 via the Xbox app. New players with eligible Samsung TVs and monitors can get two months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
June 20, 2025 — Source

What Would Flynn Do? Making Disney's Tron: Catalyst the Right Way
Disney's 'Tron' is a movie steeped in the history and culture of video games. It is, and I say this without hyperbole, a film as important to arcade culture of the '80s as any game was. It set a tone, it created or popularized a lot of computer terminology, and it gave us the first pop culture image of a game designer: Kevin Flynn.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Xenia developer shoots down official Xbox emulator rumour
This week has been a bit of a wild one in rumour land. A previously reliable source made the bombshell claim that Microsoft had hired the developers behind the Xenia emulator to work on an official Xbox and Xbox 360 emulation tool for PCs and new devices like the Xbox Ally. Unfortunately, it turns out that this rumour may have been all smoke with no fire
June 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 18th, 2025

AMD Scores Chip Deal To Power Microsoft's Next-Gen Xbox And More Gaming Devices
At this point, we've pretty much come to expect that AMD will power living room consoles from Microsoft and Sony, but that's not necessarily how it will always be (just ask Intel about its past relationship with Apple). However, AMD will indeed power Microsoft's first-party gaming systems for the foreseeable future, with the company announcing it has formed a "strategic, multi-year partnership with AMD" to keep the good times rolling.
June 18, 2025 — Sourceor Source or Watch Video

Digging Deeper: The Inspirations Behind Still Wakes the Deep: Siren's Rest
Back in 2023, we shared some of the inspirations behind our narrative horror Still Wakes the Deep, which inspired its themes and structure, both in its grounded '70s setting and its more fantastical horror elements. We took inspiration from a wide variety of sources, from classic horror films like The Thing and Annihilation to more unusual sources like Kes and Rosemary's Baby.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Forget about FBC: Firebreak and go back and play Quantum Break instead — it's on Xbox Game Pass, too!
In my eyes, Quantum Break will forever be a classic, and to this day I don't think it got the appreciation it deserved. You should play it.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Microsoft working on next-gen Xbox video game console
Xbox president Sarah Bond on Tuesday confirmed that her team is working on a new Xbox video game console.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Relooted Is an Historical Heist with Cultural Weight Behind It
Taking back what is rightfully yours.
June 18, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally's leaked release date corroborated
The biggest announcement at Microsoft's recent Xbox Games Showcase was the official unveiling of its ROG Xbox Ally handhelds. That said, aside from a vague release window of later this year, no proper timeline has been shared. According to multiple insiders however, the Xbox Ally is "tentatively" slated to launch in late October -- though apparently no prices have been finalised.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Windows is the future of Microsoft gaming. Just ask Xbox's president
"We're working closely with the Windows team to ensure that Windows is the number one platform for gaming."
June 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox Ally isn't fazed by Switch 2's dominance — The PC gaming handheld is battling an entirely different competitor
Nintendo Switch 2 is going to sell better than other handhelds combined this year. Here's why that's nothing for Xbox Ally to worry about.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox has turned a corner — the future for Microsoft's gaming platform once again looks incredibly bright
With the next-gen Xbox formally revealed, how are you, Xbox customer, feeling about Microsoft's gaming direction as of June 2025?
June 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox Is Bringing These Call of Duty and Warcraft Games to Game Pass in June
While Microsoft is adding a bunch of games to Xbox Game Pass, it's also removing a handful of others from the service on June 30.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 16th, 2025

EA Play: EA Sports FC 25 Is Now Available with Game Pass Ultimate
EA Play and Game Pass Ultimate Members can experience more ways to win for the club in EA Sports FC 25, with unrivaled authenticity brought to life through a roster of 19,000+ players across 700+ teams in more than 120 stadiums and over 30 leagues. Members can team up with friends in their favorite modes -- including the new 5v5 Rush -- and manage their club to victory as FC IQ delivers more tactical control than ever before.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy 16 hits lows of 720p on Xbox Series X
Final Fantasy 16 had a surprise release on Xbox earlier this month. Now that gamers have had a chance to get a decent amount of playtime with the game, issues have arisen.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Microsoft reportedly working on "next generation" Xbox cloud servers
Despite the heavy marketing of their xCloud game service, Microsoft's Xbox cloud streaming still pales in comparison to its contemporariesstill pales in comparison to its contemporaries across a bunch of different categories. That said, Microsoft looks set to introduce a ton of improvements to its game streaming services -- with reports claiming that the company is "working on the next generation of Xbox cloud servers."
June 16, 2025 — Source

Mixtape is one of the most unique indie games I've played, and it's coming to Xbox Game Pass
Mixtape examines what it's like to be an awkward teenager, with one last night to remember set to an incredible soundtrack.
June 16, 2025 — Source

New Pinnacle Bosses in Path of Exile: Secrets of the Atlas, and Tips To Take Them On
The new Path of Exile expansion, Secrets of the Atlas, arrives on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One today. Explore a new additive Atlas storyline, face three new Pinnacle Endgame Bosses, and find a perfect companion in a new Mercenaries of Trarthus challenge league. Here, we'll also share some tips on how to approach these powerful new foes.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Next-Gen Xbox Rumored to Support Backward Compatibility at Hardware Level
Following the latest Xbox announcements and rumors, fans have been worried that Microsoft's next-generation console might be a PC-like device that may not even run prior console games properly. This fear stemmed mainly from the confirmation of the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally at the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 and the subsequent rumor from The Verge's Tom Warren that Microsoft might be allowing third-party OEMs like ASUS to create their own version of the next-generation console.
June 16, 2025 — Source

PlayStation Believes Competition from Xbox is "Healthy and Pushes Us to Innovate"
According to SIE boss Hideaki Nishino, PlayStation is currently confident about its strategy and doesn't see a need to pivot.
June 16, 2025 — Source

The Witcher 4's console-first development could hit roadblocks with the Xbox Series S
Reaching 60 fps on the machine will be "extremely challenging"
June 16, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 13th, 2025

5 things we didn't get from the Xbox Games Showcase, because Xbox obviously hates me personally
Here are the top five (plus one) games I wish we saw during Xbox's most recent show.
June 13, 2025 — Source

'7 Days to Die' meets 'Animal Crossing': This wholesome survival game for Xbox and PC has some interesting inspiration
Knit sweaters, bake pies, and survive the brutality of winter as a tiny mouse in Winter Burrow.
June 13, 2025 — Source

I'm Can't Wait to Play Remedy's FBC: Firebreak on Xbox Game Pass
After Firebreak, I plan on playing Warhammer 40K: Space Marine on Xbox Game Pass, too.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Lost in Random: The Eternal Die -- 10 Tips for the Perfect Roll
The wait is over -- Lost in Random: The Eternal Die is now open for Advanced Access on Xbox Series X|S and Game Pass! Pre-order the Fortune Edition today to start playing early, or mark your calendar for the full launch on June 17.
June 13, 2025 — Source

MGS 3 Remake replaces Ape Escape mini game with Bomberman on Xbox
We have known for a while now that the Metal Gear Solid 3 remake would include the Snake vs Monkey mode, but only on PlayStation consoles. Now, Xbox has its own alternative -- Bomberman.
June 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft Essentially Cancelled Development of its Own Xbox Handheld -- Rumour
Microsoft seems to be more keen on making software improvements to Windows as a way to push it further into the handheld market.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Microsoft-Made Xbox Handheld Reportedly Dead; OEM Might Make Next-Gen Xbox Consoles
A couple of weeks ago, Microsoft centric website Windows Central revealed that the company had paused its work on the Xbox handheld project. This did not affect the partnership with ASUS to make the ROG X Ally and ROG X Ally X, which were announced at the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 for a holiday release window.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Microsoft's 'sidelined' Xbox handheld has reportedly been cancelled
For years, Microsoft had been talking up the idea of releasing a dedicated handheld Xbox of sorts, with the company officially confirming such a device was in the works last year. Since then, insiders claimed that the device had been sidelined for now, with focus shifting toward improving Windows for gaming. With the ROG Xbox Ally having now been announced, it appears as though all plans for the internally-developed console have been cancelled.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Microsoft's own Xbox handheld is "essentially cancelled"
The next-gen Xbox is still in the works
June 13, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for June 16 to 20
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
June 13, 2025 — Source

Switch, Xbox, and the portable future of games
On The Vergecast: handheld consoles, WWDC vibes, and Google Zero.
June 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Three Big Xbox-Published Games Are Getting PS5-Exclusive Physical Editions
If you're an Xbox Series X|S owner, it's digital-only for an upcoming trio of big games that are getting physical releases on PlayStation 5.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Windows Central Podcast: Xbox Ally is official, and Aero Glass is back?
Daniel and Zac discuss the new Xbox Ally and major changes to Windows for gaming handhelds. The crew also talks about Apple's new Liquid Glass UI, and discuss how the new iPadOS could be coming for Windows in the low- and mid-range space.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 9th, 2025

A Deeper Look at High On Life 2 -- Coming to Game Pass This Winter!
High On Life 2 introduces an all-new intergalactic conspiracy that threatens the fate of humanity. Set for a release this winter, prepare for an epic mission across a variety of exotic locales alongside a refreshed and fully-loaded arsenal of talking alien guns.
June 9, 2025 — Source

A Grounded Take on Dark Fantasy & Vampires -- Story, Design and Combat in The Blood of Dawnwalker
As we announced during the recent Xbox Games Showcase, our team at Rebel Wolves is working on our debut single-player, story-driven game: The Blood of Dawnwalker.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

After Starfield's Xbox No-Show, Even Its Most Loyal Fans Are Starting to Worry: 'Bethesda Makes It So Hard to Defend This Game'
"What a complete disappointment."
June 9, 2025 — Source

AMD unveils Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme and Z2 A chips powering Xbox gaming handhelds
The Z2 Extreme packs a 50 TOPS NPU for on-device AI processing
June 9, 2025 — Source

As Xbox Game Prices Rise, a Game Pass Subscription Looks Better Than Ever
Certain Xbox games will soon see a price hike, but titles from Microsoft's first-party developers will still be coming to Game Pass.
June 9, 2025 — Source

ASUS Announces the New ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X Gaming Handhelds
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) is proud to announce an all-new series of Ally handhelds built from the ground up with improved ergonomics and a seamless player-first user experience. Developed in partnership with the incredible team at Xbox, the new ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X offer best-in-class ergonomics and a full-screen Xbox experience that marries the best of Xbox and PC gaming in one cohesive package.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Final Fantasy XVI Runs Surprisingly Well on Xbox Series S, New Video Highlights
Final Fantasy XVI took almost two years to launch on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, but it seems like the long wait was well worth it, judging by the quality of the port.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Full-screen Xbox handheld UI is coming to all Windows PCs "starting next year"
Microsoft has been experimenting with "handheld mode" for Windows 11 since 2022.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Hollow Knight: Silksong Developer Responds to Release Date Confusion, Promises Launch 'Before Holiday,' Not Tied to Xbox Handheld Arrival
Hanging on by a thread.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Source

I can't believe we're already getting a sequel to one of the best survival games ever — and I doubly can't believe how much it'll cost
It's only been a year since Grounded's final major update, and the sequel is already around the corner?
June 9, 2025 — Source

KreatureKind: Meet the Heroes who are Saving Magic by Debating Monsters
KreatureKind, the wholesome, card-battling adventure where words replace swords, will launch on Xbox Series X|S on June 27, 2025. This cozy roguelite deckbuilder invites players into a hand-drawn world where kindness and compassion might just save magic.
June 9, 2025 — Source

"Meat" the Future in Super Meat Boy 3D: How Sluggerfly Balanced Nostalgia and Innovation
Super Meat Boy has been a herald, a figurehead, and an example of what indie dev teams can achieve. It showed that small, weird games could make a big impact. The game was punk rock -- fast, rough, with odd humor and strange characters.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Source

Microsoft and ASUS Announces ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X Gaming Handhelds
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) is proud to announce an all-new series of Ally handhelds built from the ground up with improved ergonomics and a seamless player-first user experience. Developed in partnership with the incredible team at Xbox, the new ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X offer best-in-class ergonomics and a full-screen Xbox experience that marries the best of Xbox and PC gaming in one cohesive package.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Source

Microsoft cuts the Windows 11 bloat for Xbox handhelds
If gamers can have a slimline version of the OS, why not IT admins?
June 9, 2025 — Source

Phil Spencer teases Forza, Gears, Fable and more for Xbox 25th Anniversary
Towards the end of the Xbox Games Showcase last night, Phil Spencer took to the stage to tease the upcoming 25th Anniversary. Next year will have been 25 years since the Xbox first released and the company has been stockpiling games for its major IP for the occasion.
June 9, 2025 — Source

PlayStation Dropped Discounts as Xbox Raised Prices Ahead of Tariff Concerns
A bold strategy, indeed.
June 9, 2025 — Source

PlayStation PC Games Run On The New Xbox Handheld
You can play Sony games on your Xbox-branded handheld device.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Takes the Beloved Series in a New, Exhilarating Direction
We're thrilled and honoured that players have discovered this first glimpse of our next story during the Xbox Showcase! Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy is a new game that extends A Plague Tale lore, but there's no need to play the previous instalments to enjoy this one. It's anything but a sequel to Requiem: the story of Amicia and Hugo has come to an end, and we really wanted to explore a different type of experience with a familiar character from the universe.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

ROG Xbox Ally handheld gaming devices are real and will be released during the 2025 holiday season
The portable PCs will run on Windows 11 and offer access to Steam, GOG and Ubisoft Connect.
June 9, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally X Hands On Review : The Future of Portable Gaming?
What if your console gaming experience could fit in your hands without sacrificing power, performance, or the immersive visuals you've come to expect? The ROG Xbox Ally X boldly steps into the portable gaming arena, promising to deliver just that. With its sleek design, robust hardware, and seamless integration into the Xbox ecosystem, this device aims to bridge the gap between console-quality gaming and on-the-go convenience. But does it truly live up to the hype, or is it another ambitious attempt that falls short of its lofty promises?
June 9, 2025 — Source

Seagate Unveils 4 TB Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S
Seagate Technology Holdings plc, a leading innovator of mass-capacity data storage, today announced the launch of the market's first and only 4 TB Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S, designed to meet the growing storage demands of Xbox console players worldwide. This new capacity offering is set to elevate the gaming experience by providing unparalleled capacity, ensuring that players never have to compromise on their library.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Starfield Fans Losing Hope After Space Adventure Absent From Xbox Showcase
Loyal space travelers are eager for something new from Bethesda's galactic adventure.
June 9, 2025 — Source

The first Xbox handheld: Microsoft and Asus unveil ROG Xbox Ally with Windows 11 and multi-store gaming
Play games from Steam, Epic Store, Game Pass, and more
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The ROG Xbox Ally is Microsoft's big swing for PC gaming handhelds
Asus made heavy revisions to the Ally for itsa new Xbox-branded model, though it's still running Windows 11 underneath.
June 9, 2025 — Source

The Xbox Ally handheld REALLY needs to be priced competitively with the Steam Deck, otherwise it might be hard to recommend
I want the Xbox Ally to succeed, but the base model really hinges on how affordable it is.
June 9, 2025 — Source

The Xbox Ally Is Microsoft's Shot At Capturing the PC Handheld Market
Its specs are impressive, but questions remain over battery life and pricing.
June 9, 2025 — Source

The Xbox Handheld Is Launching at the Worst Possible Moment
The ROG Xbox Ally is stuck between a rock and a hard place: the Switch 2 and Steam Deck.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Xbox 2026 First-Party Lineup Includes Forza, Fable, Gears, and Possibly Halo
Near the end of the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 stream, and just before passing the baton to the Obsidian Direct dedicated to The Outer Worlds 2 and Grounded 2, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer made an appearance to comment on the first-party lineup that fans will get next year. He not only confirmed a new Forza game for 2026 but also seemed to tease something Halo-related. Here's the exact quote:
June 9, 2025 — Source

Xbox Becomes the First Console to Host Entire Mainline Final Fantasy Series
Microsoft's Xbox has just become the only console capable of playing the complete mainline Final Fantasy game saga. Thanks to a surprise release of Final Fantasy XVI for the Xbox Series X/S, announced during Xbox Showcase, this addition means all sixteen numbered titles are now playable on a single console family for the first time.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Xbox Games Showcase Deep Dive | The Outer Worlds 2
On this episode of The Official Xbox Podcast, we're heading back to the stars with The Outer Worlds 2! Obsidian Entertainment's Brandon Adler and Matt Singh are here to walk us through the world and factions of Arcadia, each with their own looks, environments, radio stations, and... cable management?
June 9, 2025 — Watch Video

Xbox wins "Not-E3" again, the new king of consistency
Welcome to the new standard in gaming showcase delivery, Xbox.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Xbox's rumored handheld console is real and it's called ROG Xbox Ally
It's out this holiday, but we don't know much more than that.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 6th, 2025

After Various Leaks and Voice Actor Comments, Persona 4 Remake Is Reportedly Set for an Official Reveal at the Xbox Games Showcase
Finally.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Best Xbox Game Pass Deals and Bundles Right Now (June 2025)
Check out the latest and greatest games in the Game Pass library.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Black Myth Wukong is finally coming to Xbox -- a full year after PS5 release
Black Myth Wukong had a very odd release. While the game was originally announced to release on both PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, the game ultimately only released on PlayStation consoles. Microsoft said there was an exclusivity agreement in place, the studio behind Black Myth Wukong denied that was the case. However, it certainly looks like Game Science wasn't being very truthful.
June 6, 2025 — Source or Source

FBC: Firebreak gets day-one launch on Game Pass this month
We've hit a new month, which means it is time for a new round of games for Xbox Game Pass. This month will see new day-one releases like FBC: Firebreak joining the library, as well as a few surprises from the back catalogue.
June 6, 2025 — Source

GameSir Launches the T7 Pro Floral Wired Controller
GameSir, a leading innovator in gaming peripherals, has today officially launched the T7 Pro Floral Wired Controller for Xbox, bringing together sophisticated design and professional-grade gaming performance. The controller blends functionality with striking visual appeal, highlighted by a stunning floral-patterned matte shell, semi-transparent design, and vibrant dynamic RGB lighting. With broad platform compatibility, drift-resistant Hall Effect sticks, ultra-responsive triggers, and advanced customization through the GameSir Nexus software, the T7 Pro Floral sets a new standard in wired controller excellence.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Lies Of P: Overture Launch Trailer Seemingly Leaks Online, Will Be Shadow-Dropped This Weekend
Lies of P: Overture was indeed shadow-dropped during the Summer Game Fest 2025 showcase, and is available for players on all platforms to check out right now.
June 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for June 9 to 13
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
June 6, 2025 — Source

Persona 4 Remake Might be Revealed During Xbox Games Showcase -- Rumour
The rumoured remake of Persona 4 is expected to be similar to what we saw with the release of Persona 3 Reload last year.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Persona 4 Remake to be announced at Xbox Showcase
Following the successful launch of Persona 3 Reload last year, we began to hear rumours that SEGA/ATLUS was working on a similar remake for Persona 4. Further evidence popped up in March when the domain name P4RE.JP was registered. Now, the game looks set to be announced at the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Persona 4 Remake To Be Revealed During This Year's Xbox Games Showcase -- Rumor
The rumored Persona 4 Remake is going to be revealed during this year's Xbox Games Showcase in two days, according to rumors circulating online.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Multiple reports suggest a Persona 4 Remake from Atlus will be announced during the Xbox Games Showcase
We are able to corroborate that Persona 4 remake will be at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 8.
June 6, 2025 — Source

This new third-party Xbox controller is more than just a floral reskin
The GameSir T7 Pro is actually a big improvement on the T7, and it looks pretty too, which helps.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — June 3rd, 2025

CD Projekt RED Believes Switch 2's Faster Storage, RAM and DLSS Make it Better Than PS4, Xbox One
CD Projekt RED's VP of technology Charles Tremblay spoke about the technical challenges behind Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch 2.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Play One of 2024's Best Games on Xbox Game Pass Now
Microsoft also brought the Division 2 and other games to the service.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — May 30th, 2025

Atomfall Story Expansion Arrives Next Week -- Dare You Visit Wicked Isle?
For those of you who are new to the game, Atomfall is an action-survival mystery set in the UK. The story takes place five years after the real-life events of the 1957 Windscale Disaster in the North of England. In the world of Atomfall, a quarantine zone has been established around the Atom Plant and no one has been allowed in or out for five years.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Microsoft reportedly delays Xbox handheld in favour of optimising Windows 11
Recent reports indicate a possible shift in Microsoft's strategy for the portable gaming market. Microsoft's long-rumoured first-party Xbox handheld is now said to be facing delays, as Microsoft has realised that Windows still needs a lot of work on the power management front to catch up to alternatives like SteamOS.
May 30, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for June 2 to 6
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
May 30, 2025 — Source

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is finally getting cross-platform mods on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will get one last patch later this year bringing mod support to consoles.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — May 27th, 2025

7 changes for Call of Duty that I know could improve the game in 2025
From obsessions with weed to the abandonment of fairness in cross-play, it's time for changes in the next Call of Duty.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Dragon Quest Day is Here -- How the Iconic RPG Series Gained Legendary Status
Dragon Quest is the beloved series that's widely credited for founding the entire JPRG (Japanese role-playing game) genre. Every year, fans around the world celebrate Dragon Quest Day on May 27 -- the release date of the very first game in 1986. And so: Happy Dragon Quest Day!
May 27, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

More classic JRPGs get dates for Xbox, along with "Xbox Play Anywhere" support
The upcoming Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remakes will be arriving on Xbox consoles later this Fall.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Play One of 2024's Best Games on Xbox Game Pass Now
Microsoft also brought the Division 2 and other games to the service.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — May 23rd, 2025

Akuma Joins Monster Hunter Wilds for a Street Fighter 6 Collaboration
Worlds collide, and a demon begins his hunt! Monster Hunter Wilds and Street Fighter 6 come together for a special collaboration, bringing the ultimate master of the fist, Akuma, and more fun crossover content to the ever-changing Forbidden Lands.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Blades of Fire is Out Now on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S
Blades of Fire was launched alongside a new trailer that gave us glimpses of the title's story, forging system, and action gameplay.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Capcom Staff Pick Their Favorite Ally Reactions in Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny
After more than two decades, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is back! First released in 2002 as a sequel to the critically acclaimed Onimusha: Warlords, this game expands on the original's exhilarating Sengoku-era adventure by introducing a new story and protagonist — Jubei Yagyu, a samurai on a quest for revenge.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Former PlayStation exclusive 'Zenless Zone Zero' gets its Xbox release date, and it's very very soon
Xbox players will finally get to experience the urban fantasy world of Zenless Zone Zero when the game launches on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Cloud Gaming on June 6, 2025
May 23, 2025 — Source

Miss the 80s & 90s? Xbox Game Pass just brought them back
Microsoft just turned Xbox Game Pass into a retro lover's paradise. With 50+ classic games from the 80s and 90s now playable, your childhood favorites are back, and they brought the heat. The retro games are available to all Game Pass memberships across regions where Game Pass is available.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for May 26 to 30
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
May 23, 2025 — Source

Play One of 2024's Best Games on Xbox Game Pass Now
Microsoft also brought the Division 2 and other games to the service.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Tempopo: How to Create Your Own Music in the Melody Garden
Last month, we welcomed you to the musical word of Tempopo, a contemplative puzzle game from Witch Beam, the BAFTA-winning studio behind Unpacking. We hope you've been enjoying our musical, relaxing take on the puzzle genre, but wanted to draw your attention to what we think is one of its most unique features.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Zenless Zone Zero Launches on Xbox June 6 -- With Exclusive Starter Pack Available Now for Pre-Order
Prepare to immerse into the stylish urban fantasy world of Zenless Zone Zero, arriving June 6 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Cloud Gaming! Take on the role of a Proxy and team up with a diverse group of Agents to unravel the mysteries of New Eridu, humanity's final stronghold, in the action RPG from HoYoverse.
May 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Xbox — May 22nd, 2025

Fallout 76's Season 21 Gone Fission fishing update has a release date, and since everything new looks nice I'll forgive the pun
Fishing is coming to Fallout 76 early next month in the Gone Fission patch.
May 22, 2025 — Source

I'm reinstalling Starfield to play this crazy new Watchtower 'Creations' mod from some of Fallout's best modders — the latest update just added an amazing feature, too
Starfield just got a colossal new DLC-sized mod and a huge modding feature. Read on for patch notes.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Lynked: Banner of the Spark
Blending Hack-and-Slash with Town-Building to Make a 'Rogue-Life' Game
May 22, 2025 — Source

Microsoft adds 50 classic retro games to Xbox Game Pass
But there's a catch.
May 22, 2025 — Source

More Than 2M DOOM: The Dark Ages Launch Players Were On Xbox, Only 500K Playing On PS5
DOOM: The Dark Ages had a big launch in terms of player numbers compared to DOOM Eternal. The Dark Ages reached three million players in just five days, which was seven times faster than Eternal.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Original Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine Gets Surprise Master Crafted Edition on PC and Xbox Game Pass — but There's No PS5 Version
Heresy.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Play One of 2024's Best Games on Xbox Game Pass Now
Microsoft also brought the Division 2 and other games to the service.
May 22, 2025 — Source

'The Alters' for Xbox and PC shattered my expectations of reality and questioned my life's decisions
I was invited to the annual 11 Bit Preview event where I got hours of hands on time with one of the most promising original IPs I've seen in years.
May 22, 2025 — Source

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt-themed Xbox Controllers launched, created by CD Projekt designers
Two brand-new Special Edition Xbox Wireless Controllers just launched out of Microsoft's official lineup, and this is even more unique than the usual colorways that it releases. Working with CD Projekt RED, the studio behind The Witcher trilogy and Cyberpunk 2077, Microsoft today announced The Witcher 3 10th Anniversary Special Edition controllers for both its standard and Elite variants.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Xbox Celebrates The Witcher 3's 10th Anniversary With Limited-Edition Controller
Available exclusively at the Xbox Store, The Witcher Special Edition Xbox Controller is bound to sell out fast.
May 22, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Xbox Exclusive Hellblade 2 Is Headed To PlayStation With A Perk For PS5 Pro
Microsoft's efforts to become a true multiplatform publisher, including bringing its games to PlayStation, has been paying off with increased sales. The company hopes that the momentum continues as it looks to bring over Senua's Saga: Hellblade II to Sony's platform. Especially as the game struggled to find an audience when it launched last year.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Xbox exclusive Senua's Saga: Hellblade II is coming to PS5 with 'Enhanced' release
With Microsoft continuing to port its Xbox games to other platforms, it seemed only a matter of time before Ninja Theory's Hellblade II would be confirmed for PlayStation 5. Following rumours earlier this year, Microsoft has now officially announced Senua's Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced -- coming to PS5 this Summer.
May 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Xbox Nintendo Switch 2 Ports Are Reportedly in the Works, and Will Be Revealed Soon
Ports of Xbox games for Nintendo Switch 2 are currently in the works, and their reveal should be imminent, according to a new online report.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Xbox's PC Game Bar Just Raised The Bar With Refreshed Quick Settings
The update to the app also provided improvements that seem ideal for an Xbox-branded handheld.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — May 13th, 2025

DOOM: The Dark Ages is available now for Premium Edition owners
You can hop into DOOM: The Dark Ages right now, if you're shelling out extra for the Premium Edition.
May 13, 2025 — Source

The Xbox Game Bar for Windows 11 is becoming extremely good — It's time to give Microsoft credit where it's due
After years of graft, Microsoft's Xbox apps on Windows 11 PCs are becoming increasingly hard to criticize.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — May 9th, 2025

Clair Obscur or Oblivion: Which Xbox Game Pass RPG Should You Play Next?
Xbox recently saw two major releases of role-playing games. But which to tackle? Here's what to know in order to decide.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Discover How You Can Train Like A Real Rider In MotoGP 25 With The New Race Off Modes
The new instalment of the MotoGP series is finally here for Xbox consoles, MotoGP 25. This year, the game features many innovations in both gameplay and technology. One of them is the Race Off modes, where players can dive even deeper into the life of a real rider by training with three unique bikes.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Finding Humanity in a Mechanical World
After five years in development, Steel Seed has officially launched on Xbox Series X|S — and whether you're just starting your journey or well into the story, there's more beneath the surface worth exploring. In this behind-the-scenes breakdown, we're diving into the creative and technical process behind Zoe, the game's central character. You'll learn how Storm in a Teacup — a small team of around 20 developers based in Italy — approached the challenge of building a protagonist who is both machine and deeply human.
May 9, 2025 — Source

I love DOOM: The Dark Ages' brutal dark fantasy so much that I'm awarding it a perfect score — eager for more
DOOM: The Dark Ages lets you loose in a medieval-themed war against demons, while keeping the first-person rage and fury that id Software has honed.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for May 12 to 16
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let's jump in!
May 9, 2025 — Source

Overwatch 2 developers at Blizzard Entertainment form union under Microsoft
The team behind Overwatch 2 has formed a "wall-to-wall" union at Blizzard Entertainment.
May 9, 2025 — Source

The Real-World Inspirations Behind Spirit of the North 2, Available Now
Today is the day I've been looking forward to for five years, the release day of our second game, Spirit of the North 2. To celebrate its launch, I'd love to share the story behind how (and why) we made this game.
May 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Xbox app on Windows 11 gets a handy feature just in time for the Project Kennan handheld
Compact Mode on the Xbox app has added some small, but important features just in time for Microsoft's partner handheld with ASUS.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Xbox Multiplatform Strategy Is Leaving Some Publishers and Developers Baffled, with Some No Longer Seeing the Need to Develop Xbox Versions of Their Games
The US Federal Trade Commission v. Microsoft Over The Activision Blizzard Deal Has Come To An End, The FTC Officially Drops The Case
May 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — May 6th, 2025

Choose Your Own Adventure with the New Challenges Mode for PGA Tour 2K25
PGA Tour 2K25 is on a mission to maximize golf fun for both golf fans and gamers alike. With Season 2, HB Studios and 2K deliver the kind of post-launch support players deserve, keeping gameplay fresh and exciting well beyond day one.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Coming to Game Pass: DOOM: The Dark Ages, Revenge of the Savage Planet, Dragonball Xenoverse 2, and More
I hope you're getting some good time in with The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered — this adoring fan has been loving it. And when you do get a break from your time in Cyrodiil, we have long list of games for you to get pre-installed, including day ones like DOOM: The Dark Ages and more. Let's get to the games!
May 6, 2025 — Source

DOOM: The Dark Ages Headlines Xbox Game Pass May Lineup
By Azura, by Azura, by Azura—I hope you're getting some good time in with The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered—this adoring fan has been loving it. And when you do get a break from your time in Cyrodiil, we have long list of games for you to get pre-installed, including day ones like DOOM: The Dark Ages and more. Let's get to the games!
May 6, 2025 — Source

Doom: The Dark Ages, Revenge of the Savage Planet, Xenoverse, and more reach Xbox Game Pass
We have crossed over into May, and Microsoft is already preparing a big injection of fresh games into its Game Pass subscription services. Aside from the massive Doom: The Dark Ages launch from Microsoft first-party studio id Software, the PC, console, and cloud service are touting some major games like Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, Revenge of the Savage Planet, and much more.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Forza Motorsport Celebrates 20 Years With Return Of A Fan-Favorite Race Track
In conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the Forza Motorsport racing simulation franchise, developer Turn 10 is dumping a load of goodies for PC and Xbox Series X|S gamers in the latest (and aptly named) Update 20. This huge update includes the return of the 10.24-mile long Fujimi Kaido circuit, new spotlight cars, car packs, and gameplay add-ons such as Public Meetups and revised steering wheel calibrations. The update is available now.
May 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

GTA 6 Trailer 2 and Website Still Lists Release Date for PS5 and Xbox Series X and S, With No Mention of PC
Keyboard warrior.
May 6, 2025 — Source

This month's Game Pass update includes DOOM, Dragon Ball and much more
Xbox Game Pass had a surprisingly big April thanks to the sudden release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, and the success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Now, Microsoft has announced the first wave of Game Pass titles for May, with the biggest game of the bunch naturally being DOOM: The Dark Ages.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass gets DOOM: The Dark Ages, Revenge of the Savage Planet, a returning Warhammer game, and more
More games are launching across Xbox Game Pass soon, including DOOM: The Dark Ages.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass May 2025 Wave 1 Lineup Confirmed
Doom, Revenge of the Savage Planet, Dragonball Xenoverse 2, and more.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Xbox Games The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Minecraft, and Forza Horizon 5 Top Sony's PS5 Sales Charts
Halo next?
May 6, 2025 — Source

Xbox has become a Game Pass machine and nothing more — Is it enough to justify Microsoft's console over a costly gaming PC?
The reasons for owning an Xbox Series X have dwindled to one compared to competing platforms, but can it still appeal to me?
May 6, 2025 — Source

Xbox is selling a lot of games on PlayStation
Microsoft's multiplatform game strategy is really kicking into gear with the likes of Oblivion, Forza, and Gears all hitting the PS5.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — May 5th, 2025

Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Battle Pass LTM Paywall Rumor Sparks Gamer Outrage
The growing trend for gaming in 2025 is that everything is getting more expensive, with no exceptions. The popular Call of Duty franchise falls into the 'no exceptions' category, as there are some early murmurs claiming that Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will have some more expensive changes to its Battle Pass system.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Survival Tips For Revenge of the Savage Planet, Available Today
Beginning today, you and a friend can blast-off with 4th Best Kindred Aerospace in our sequel to Journey to the Savage Planet... Revenge of the Savage Planet! We've expanded the world and their unique inhabitants all for your guaranteed* gameplay pleasure.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — May 2nd, 2025

Elden Ring: Nightreign Gameplay Details Dynamic Co-op Survival and Evolving World Mechanics
A new overview trailer for the co-op rogue-lite outlines how the Nightfarers drop into Limveld and prepare to fight the Nightlords.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Half of all Oblivion players are on Game Pass -- despite much lower playtime
2025 has been pretty good for Xbox Game Pass so far, with the service seeing a number of major day-one additions including the highly-anticipated Oblivion Remaster and GOTY contender Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Given that they are both GP titles, it's not surprising to see that a majority of players so far have utilised the service. Interestingly, Game Pass players have also put significantly less time into these titles compared to other platforms.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Halo Infinite Is Adding One Of Halo's Most Absurd And Incredible-Looking Guns To Date
The Mutilator is exactly what it sounds like.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Minecraft Java versus Bedrock - Differences And Which To Play
Should you play Minecraft Java or Bedrock, and what are the differences between the two versions of Mojang's survival game?
May 2, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for May 5 to 9
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
May 2, 2025 — Source

That new Elden Ring Nightreign trailer has me more excited than ever for the roguelike RPG, but one thing has me worried
Ahead of Elden Ring Nightreign's release, the game has gotten a detailed overview trailer.
May 2, 2025 — Source

These 8 Games Are Set To Leave Xbox Game Pass in May 2025
List includes Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, Jurassic World Evolution 2, and Little Kitty, Big City.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Lets You Fight Bosses in Any Order
505 Games promises a "non-linear experience" with "meticulously crafted" boss fights that are "memorable and challenging."
May 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — April 28th, 2025

Star Wars Eclipse's Leaked Concept Art Provides a Look at Some Character Designs -- Rumour
The concept art features a few of the races that will seemingly be in Star Wars Eclipse, including a Gungan, a Rodian, and a Zenezian.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — April 25th, 2025

How FragPunk's Shard Cards Are About to Break the Rules for First-Person Shooters
We're thrilled to announce that FragPunk will launch April 29, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S and the Xbox app on Windows PC as a free-to-play title! FragPunk's signature feature is an innovative card system known as Shard Cards, powerful gameplay modifiers which enhance suspense and tactical diversity during every match, which are designed to disrupt traditional first-person shooter gameplay, offering a fresh experience for both novice and advanced players.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 28 to May 2
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
April 25, 2025 — Source

The best couch co-op games for PC, Nintendo Switch, PS5 and Xbox
Including everything from platformers and hardcore RPGs to puzzlers and arcade shooters.
April 25, 2025 — Source

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered — Xbox Game Pass, platforms, and everything you need to know
The remaster of Bethesda Game Studios' Oblivion is real and it's available right now.
April 25, 2025 — Source

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is as my childhood heart remembers it — I'm in tears from Virtuos and Bethesda's efforts
I bought my first Xbox for Bethesda's RPG hit, and it overtook my summer of '06 with work and patience. Now, it's happening again.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — April 22nd, 2025

Marvel Rivals Cross-Play: How PlayStation, Xbox and PC Players Can Queue Together
Your friends can join you in a heroic battle, no matter which platform you're playing on.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — April 20th, 2025

New Xbox games launching this week, from April 21 through April 27 — Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 hits Xbox Game Pass
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads a wave of new Xbox games launching this week.
April 20, 2025 — Source

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered to include Knights of the Nine expansion
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is due to launch next week according to numerous leaks. These leaks have come from Xbox Support, Bethesda.net and the Virtuos Studios website, indicating a high likelihood of accuracy. Now, the latest leak indicates that the remaster will also include Oblivion's excellent expansions.
April 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — April 11th, 2025

10 Indie Games Coming to Xbox, and 10 Things You Should Know About Them
We love a good indie here at Xbox, and ID@Xbox continues to fuel and deliver unique, incredible titles to millions of players. Now in its 13th year, ID@Xbox has distributed over five billion dollars in funding to developers all around the globe, and the mission to bring amazing games right to you remains stronger than ever.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 14 to 18
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and Game Pass!
April 11, 2025 — Source

Toys for Bob's Creative Director Says "Banjo's Been Hibernating Long Enough," Says Current Project Is "Big And Ambitious"
In an interview with Canadian Guy Eh, studio head and creative director of the now independent Toys for Bob team, Paul Yan discussed the studio's progress since becoming independent and how work on its current project is progressing.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Zenless Zone Zero Arrives on Xbox This June -- With In-Game Benefits for Game Pass Ultimate Players
HoYoverse's urban fantasy ARPG, Zenless Zone Zero, is set to officially launch on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Cloud Gaming this June alongside its Version 2.0 update. Players will be able to enjoy the immersive urban life experience and thrilling action combat in this dynamic and vibrant game on Xbox.
April 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Xbox — April 7th, 2025

Blue Prince Is Like Nothing You've Played Before
It's not every day that you turn on a game and realize you can't even describe its genre. Blue Prince -- arriving on April 10 for Xbox Series X|S, PC and Game Pass -- is a beautifully confounding thing. It's part first-person puzzle, part-strategy deckbuilder, part-roguelite, part-narrative mystery box -- and yet none of these quite communicate exactly what developer Dogubomb has managed to create here.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Celebrating 11 BAFTA Nominations for Senua's Saga: Hellblade II with Ninja Theory
Each year, the BAFTA Games Awards celebrate the best of gaming, both inside and outside the UK, and it was a delight to see so many games available on Xbox platforms make their mark on the nominations list for this year's awards, which take place on Tuesday, April 8. From games by our own first-party studios, like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Diablo IV, Sea of Thieves and World of Warcraft, to pioneering ID@Xbox titles like Animal Well, Balatro, Botany Manor, and more, there's a huge range of BAFTA-nominated games available on Xbox platforms right now.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Zenless Zone Zero Announced for Xbox Series X/S, Reveal Set for April 11th
After remaining available on PS5, PC, iOS, and Android since July 2024, the hack-and-slash action title is finally coming to Xbox.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — April 4th, 2025

Grand Theft Auto V Returning to Xbox & PC Game Pass, on April 15
If you've been missing the streets of Los Santos, I'm excited to share that Grand Theft Auto V is making its way back to Game Pass on April 15! And for those of us who play on PC, I'm even happier to announce that GTAV Enhanced will be playable with PC Game Pass, and includes the latest features, like Hao's Special Works Vehicles and more.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 7 to 11
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and Game Pass!
April 4, 2025 — Source

South of Midnight, Blue Prince, GTA 5 Are Now on Xbox Game Pass
With your Game Pass subscription, you can explore a mythical land filled with gargantuan catfish or an expansive mansion loaded with secrets.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Generated $2 Billion in Annual Revenue Between 2019 and 2021
While there was some skepticism surrounding the Xbox Game Pass when it launched in 2017, players embraced the subscription model, which has been making solid revenue in the past few years.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Xbox is getting the sequel to one of Nintendo Switch's biggest cult mecha anime hits
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, the sequel to 2019's Daemon X Machina, will be blasting its way onto Xbox, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation, and PC later this Autumn
April 4, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — April 2nd, 2025

Coming Soon to Game Pass: South of Midnight, Blue Prince, Borderlands 3, and More
It's time to confront some magical creatures (or maybe just your backlog) with these games coming soon! Some surprise benefits and announcements you might have missed, day one games (with some amazing music; looking at you South of Midnight), and more.
April 2, 2025 — Source

GameSir just showed off its G7 Pro "Xbox Elite" controller, and it looks spectacular
GameSir just released a new trailer for its upcoming GameSir G7 Pro controller and it looks stellar in action
April 2, 2025 — Source

Leak: More evidence of an Xbox handheld found in Windows 11 preview
It seems like Windows 11 is getting a new interface that's being developed specifically for a handheld gaming console.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Thank You for Five Decades Together -- Celebrate Microsoft's Anniversary with New Dynamic Background, Profile Themes, and More
From Solitaire to Game Pass -- gaming has been a driving force of innovation at Microsoft for decades. And since the creation of Xbox over 20 years ago, we've been innovating to bring the joy of gaming to everyone, introducing new ideas and finding more ways to empower players and creators around the world.
April 2, 2025 — Source

This Xbox Edition controller is not only the ultimate Game Pass companion, it's a reminder of handheld gaming's evolution
The Backbone One Xbox Edition mobile controller connects via USB-C, and it's perfect for Game Pass.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 31st, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds Breezes Past 10 Million Sold, Capcom Explains Why It's Done So Incredibly Well
Crossplay, day-one on PC, and more.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Xbox Wire Goes Hands-on with DOOM: The Dark Ages
As the third part of what you might call a trilogy, I went into my first hands-on for DOOM: The Dark Ages with some expectations. While they have their differences, DOOM (2016) and DOOM: Eternal had lain the groundwork - I felt like I knew what id Software had in store for me, even if this prequel story and its new medieval sci-fi aesthetic might put it in a different context. Three hours later, my expectations had been blasted to pieces like so much Arachnotron meat. DOOM: The Dark Ages retains the core hallmarks of id's recent games—pulse-pounding combat, gloriously Grand Guignol aesthetics, and music as ear-rattling as its guns—but it pushes the structure of DOOM far beyond what we've known before.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 28th, 2025

Amazon warns customers which Xbox products are "frequently returned items," and one is particularly unsurprising
Following Amazon's indictment of the Surface line, it has now set its sights on Xbox.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Black Desert Console Getting Native PS5, XSS/X Versions on June 26, Dropping PS4 & Xbox One
Today, Pearl Abyss announced that Black Desert console will be updated with the previously confirmed native versions for Sony's PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S|X consoles on June 26. The community had been waiting a long time; it has been well over four years since those consoles launched, after all. The caveat is that the game won't be playable on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One anymore after that date.
March 28, 2025 — Source

College Football 25 now available through Game Pass Ultimate and EA Play
You can now play one of the best sports games of the past 10 years through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Microsoft is streamlining logins for Windows, Xbox, and M365
Expect to see a new design, simpler flow, and greater emphasis on passwordless security by the end of April.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Microsoft's passwordless future is here for Outlook, Xbox, 365, and more
Microsoft's new sign-in screens push you to finally ditch passwords - here's how.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for March 31 to April 4
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
March 28, 2025 — Source

Rebellion's Atomfall is Out Now
Rebellion, the independent video game studio behind the smash hit Sniper Elite and Zombie Army franchises, has today launched Atomfall. The game is available to play now on Game Pass, as well as purchase for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows PC and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Atomfall is also Certified on Steam Deck. UK-based post-apocalyptic survival-action game, Atomfall is inspired by the real life Windscale nuclear incident in the 1950s.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 24th, 2025

Dune: Awakening Dev Says Its Release Date Is 'The Full Launch,' and While There's No Subscription, There Will Be 'Optional' DLCs
Spicy take.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Dune: Awakening Pre-Orders Now Live; Special Editions, and PC Specs Revealed
Dune: Awakening, the multiplayer survival game inspired by Frank Herbert's legendary sci-fi novel and Legendary Entertainment's award-winning films, will launch on May 20th. Funcom is excited to share that pre-orders begin today, and gamers everywhere are now less than two months away from descending upon the most dangerous planet in the universe.
March 24, 2025 — Source

FBC: Firebreak Supports Nvidia DLSS 4 With Multi Frame Generation and Path Tracing on PC
Despite lower hardware requirements than Remedy's Alan Wake 2, the co-op shooter facilitates many contemporary PC features.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Former Xbox-exclusive 'Indiana Jones and the Great Circle' comes to PS5
Machine Games surprised us all with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The game quickly became one of my favourites of 2024 but as is the case with most Xbox exclusives nowadays, the title will not remain locked to one console for very long. The PS5 version of the game is set to release in April.
March 24, 2025 — Source

I played 33 Immortals in early access and enjoyed an unusual fight through Hell
The developers of 33 Immortals are already improving things for players breaking out of purgatory to challenge the almighty.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Is South of Midnight on Xbox Game Pass?
Is Microsoft's latest Xbox exclusive title on Game Pass?
March 24, 2025 — Source

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2's Next Patch Will Shift End-Game Attachments and Upgrades
Currently obtainable after the "point of no return," these upgrades will be available in Prypiat stashes to help players.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Xbox's Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is coming to PlayStation 5 in April
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is officially launching on PlayStation 5 in April, with early access for Premium Edition buyers.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 21st, 2025

Microsoft Publishes and Pulls Xbox UI Mockup Featuring a Tab for Steam Games
This is an Xbox.
March 21, 2025 — Source

New Xbox UI Image Shows Steam Label, Further Hinting At The Merging of the Best of Xbox and Windows
The Xbox UI is set to change significantly in the future, and it may soon show Steam games that are installed on the system, judging from an image shared online that was promptly removed shortly after.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox -- New Games for March 24 -- 28
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
March 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 17th, 2025

Bleach Rebirth of Souls: All Three Playable Versions of Protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki Revealed
Bleach Rebirth of Souls is an upcoming fighting action game based on the legendary anime franchise, delivering an immersive Bleach experience. Engage in thrilling one-on-one sword combat with your favorite characters and unlock powerful forms to overturn the tide of battle -- the more desperate the situation, the more powerful you become! Of course, a Bleach game would be nothing without protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki -- and we have some news on the classic character.
March 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft's new Copilot for Gaming feature promises to help you get good
Xbox is set to integrate AI-powered features directly into the gaming experience, aiming to streamline gameplay, enhance discovery, and facilitate re-engagement with titles. During The Official Xbox Podcast, Fatima Kardar, Xbox Corporate Vice President of Gaming AI, and Jason Ronald, Vice President of Next Generation, unveiled this and other upcoming updates.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Scuf Valor Pro review: I didn't expect to like this hall-effect Xbox controller, but it won me over anyway
While the Scuf Pro Valor is a cheaper venture for the brand, it remains an expensive wired controller, but I can't deny that it has made my "Monster Hunting" much easier.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Xbox 360 consoles can now be hacked with just a USB key
You don't need to open up your Xbox 360 console for this mod, but you will need some time and patience.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 14th, 2025

Handheld Xbox Console: Who's Making It and When Will It Release?
Microsoft is partnering with a manufacturer to make a Xbox-branded handheld that is coming soon.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox -- New Games for March 17 to 21
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox App on Windows PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
March 14, 2025 — Source

This new Windows 11 feature would be perfect for an Xbox gaming handheld
An upcoming gamepad keyboard for Windows 11 makes it easier to input text with a controller.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tip: Get 1.5 years of access for dirt cheap
This deal may not be as mind-blowing as it once was, but you'll still enjoy steep savings compared to list price.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 13th, 2025

Asus rumored to launch Xbox handheld in 2025 — OEM working with Microsoft to 'unify' Windows and Xbox libraries
Are we getting an Xbox handheld in time for Christmas 2025?
March 13, 2025 — Source

Microsoft debuts new Copilot assistant for Xbox built as an AI gaming sidekick
In advance of this year's Game Developers Conference, Microsoft revealed a new version of its AI-powered personal assistant Copilot that's designed for the Xbox platform.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Microsoft has reportedly teamed up with Asus for first 'Xbox handheld'
Earlier this week, we learned more about Microsoft's plans for an Xbox handheld. Rather than building a bespoke device itself, Microsoft is partnering up with an OEM to produce an Xbox-licensed handheld. While initially we didn't know which OEM Microsoft has teamed up with, that has now changed.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Microsoft reveals Copilot for Gaming — coming to the Xbox mobile app for select users in just a few weeks
In April, Copilot for Gaming will be available to Xbox Insiders as an AI-powered assistant via the Xbox mobile app.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Microsoft's new Xbox Copilot will act as an AI gaming coach
Microsoft is launching Copilot for Gaming with Xbox testers next month
March 13, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Removed Lies of P, but You Can Play These Other Games
The service also removed more Yakuza games.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Xbox Handheld 'Project Kennan' Is Reportedly Being Made by ASUS
Earlier this week, WindowsCentral's Jez Corden published a report detailing Microsoft's plans for the next-generation Xbox as well as the long-awaited Xbox handheld. As for the former, the report said a successor to the Series X is already in the works for a targeted 2027 release window.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 12th, 2025

Atelier Yumia x Tales of Graces f Remastered Collaboration Announced
The collaboration will see Yumia getting Asbel's outfit for free when the game launches on March 21st for consoles and PC.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Bandai Namco Presents "BLEACH Rebirth of Souls" Opening Cinematic Movie
With the release of the fighting action game BLEACH Rebirth of Souls nearing, it is almost time for players to grip their sword and reverse their fate! In a new cinematic trailer, BLEACH Rebirth of Souls offers an immersive look into the game adapted from Tite Kubo's legendary franchise, taking players deeper into the world of soul reapers where they will be able to impersonate iconic characters such as Ichigo Kurosaki, Rukia Kuchiki, Sosuke Aizen and more. This cinematic brings the Bleach universe to life with its dark, foreboding atmosphere that sets the stage for epic sword fights.
March 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Every Xbox Series X|S Controller Color You Can Buy Right Now
The possibilities are (almost) endless.
March 12, 2025 — Source

The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories for 2025
These controllers, headsets, remotes and more can take your gaming experience up a notch.
March 12, 2025 — Source

The Division 2's Sixth Anniversary Celebration Video Gives Sneak Peak of Battle for Brooklyn DLC
The video also showcases upcoming events, Twitch drops, and an Anniversary Backpack to display the player's SHD level in-game.
March 12, 2025 — Source

The First Berserker: Khazan Has Gone Gold
Launching on March 27th, the Souls-like action RPG sees players as disgraced general Khazan from the Dungeon and Fighter franchise.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 11th, 2025

Full Next-Gen Xbox Reportedly Set for 2027, Xbox-Branded Gaming Handheld Due Out Later in 2025
Console war continue?
March 11, 2025 — Source

Insiders Believe Xbox Handheld Launching This Year, Followed by Series X|S Successors in 2027
In an exclusive report, Windows Central has claimed that Microsoft is collaborating with an unnamed "PC gaming OEM" on an Xbox handheld console. Jez Corden has heard from several insiders; they reckon that a "later in 2025" launch is possible, if development goes smoothly enough. A leak from Winter 2024 indicated that Microsoft's gaming division was "targeting a handheld gaming experience," but Phil Spencer has freely disclosed his ambitions for his team's portable project. Last November, he confirmed that something was in pipeline—with a view to take on very visible competition: Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Microsoft reportedly set to unveil Xbox handheld this year
Microsoft has been rumoured to be working on a gaming handheld for decades. Even back during the days of the Xbox 360, there were rumours of an Xbox-style PSP or GameBoy style system. With handhelds now able to offer enough power to run even current-generation games, Microsoft finally looks to be jumping on the bandwagon.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Xbox 2027 Rumors: Next-Gen Console Backwards Compatibility and Cloud Gaming Features
Rumor has it that Microsoft is working on a new handheld gaming device in collaboration with companies like ASUS, Lenovo, MSI, and Razer. This potential Xbox-branded Windows handheld is designed to fit right into Microsoft's growing gaming ecosystem. It promises to offer a portable yet powerful gaming experience, bridging the gap between gaming at home and on the go.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Removed Lies of P, but You Can Play These Other Games
The service also removed more Yakuza games.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Xbox Handheld Is Coming To Challenge Switch 2 And Steam Deck
How many times have you heard that Microsoft is developing a handheld Xbox console of some sort? Whatever the number might be, go ahead and add one more. This is something that Xbox boss Phil Spencer has publicly indicated interest in, though up until now, most of the chatter has been centered on the idea or concept of such a thing, not an actual product that's in development.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 10th, 2025

Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 Requires a Microsoft Account, as Other Xbox Games on Sony's Consoles Do
Pit stop.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Next Xbox Might Not Be A Traditional Console, May Launch in 2027, Per Insider
A new report from an Xbox insider claims that the "next Xbox" might not be a traditional console at all, and that it'll likely arrive in 2027.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Next-gen Xbox to be 'a PC with a TV-friendly shell'
Recently it was claimed that next year's Call of Duty is already in development for the next-gen Xbox. However, a reliable source has now rebuked this claim, as the next generation Xbox hardware is being planned for 2027 and no development kits exist yet.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — March 9th, 2025

Former Xbox Exec Says Microsoft Would Be Delighted to Avoid Making Hardware and Delivering Games Netflix-Style
Former Xbox Corporate Vice President Peter Moore was featured in a lengthy interview on the Danny Peña podcast to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the Xbox 360 console. The executive, who also had prominent careers at SEGA and later Electronic Arts before leaving the industry, highlighted the different state of the gaming market nowadays and whether the Xbox console would still exist in the future.
March 9, 2025 — Source

Here are the new Xbox games launching this week, from March 10 through March 16: MLB The Show 25 early access arrives
Several new games hit the Xbox store this week, including the Digital Deluxe Edition of MLB The Show 25, the latest in the long-running baseball series.
March 9, 2025 — Source

Xbox's take over of PlayStation continues with Forza Horizon 5's Microsoft account requirement — but why?
Minecraft, Sea of Thieves, and now Forza Horizon 5: Microsoft's mission to engage players "where they are" is set for a big boost.
March 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — February 28th, 2025

Anno 117: Pax Romana Shows Off Modular Ships in Latest Trailer
Anno 117: Pax Romana will allow players to modify their ships with extra sails, oars, or even a small troop of archers for defense.
February 28, 2025 — Source

I accidentally spent 50 hours curating wacky museums in this management simulator where weird quirks are half of the fun, and all I want is to play it more
Two Point Museum has all the delightful wackiness of past games, but not all lessons have been learned since Two Point Campus.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds -- How to Use Layered Armor
Monster Hunter Wilds features a lot of different armor pieces, all coming with different skill combinations and stats that can be used to improve your hunter's abilities to overcome the many challenges you will find in the Forbidden Lands. All armor in the game also comes with a different appearance, but thankfully, there's no need to sacrifice functionality for looks, thanks to the game's layered armor system.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Crosses 1.28 Million Concurrent Steam Players
The PC version of Capcom's highly-anticipated action RPG beats Elden Ring, Cyberpunk 2077, and many other titles at its current peak.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Is Having Some Problems On PC, But Capcom Is Here To Help
Monster Hunter Wilds launches today.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Is Off To An Amazing Start On PC, Smashing Through Several Steam Records
Monster Hunter Wilds is only the eighth game in Steam history to have reached--and surpassed--a million concurrent players.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds surpasses 1.3 million concurrent players on Steam
Monster Hunter Wilds has launched and already seems to be a massive hit. On PC alone, the game garnered over 1 million concurrent players in the hours after launch.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 Launches in Early April, Adds The Gathering Hub
A "new level of challenge" provided by a monster with "formidable strength at a level above Tempered" is also confirmed.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds: 6 Tips from the Developers Themselves
The Monster Hunter series is packed with detail -- from 14 weapon types, each effectively changing what kind of action game you're playing, to its many items, to the huge range of monsters to take down -- which can also make it overwhelming to a new player. With Monster Hunter Wilds (launching on Xbox Series X|S today) offering the biggest, most seamless hunting experience yet, it's good to go in armed not just with a massive weapons, but with knowledge.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for March 3 to 7
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox App on Windows PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
February 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — February 18th, 2025

Avowed Is Available Now -- Your Journey Awaits
The wait is finally over—Avowed, Obsidian Entertainment's highly anticipated fantasy RPG has officially launched! Step into the breathtaking Living Lands, a wild and mysterious island located in the Pillars of Eternity world of Eora, and embark on a journey filled with danger, discovery, and adventure.
February 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Avowed Ygwulf guide: Should you spare the assassin in An Untimely End quest?
You're tracking down your killer in the Avowed quest An Untimely End. Here is what you need to know about killing or sparing Ygwulf.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Avowed: A Massive Disappointment for Microsoft and Obsidian
Avowed has officially released to all players following its five-day early access period, and the numbers are painting a pretty grim picture. With only around 15,000 players on Steam at launch, Avowed is looking more and more like it is already an undeniable flop.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox Boss Says He's No Longer Trying To Move PS5 Players To Xbox
"It doesn't really benefit people to gatekeep games"
February 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox Does Not Want to Replace Owning Games With Services Like Game Pass -- Phil Spencer
Spencer spoke about how players that like a title on Game Pass can still feel free to purchase the game to keep it forever and grow their game libraries.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox Game Pass Reveals Upcoming Additions - Watch Dogs: Legion, EA Sports F1 24, & WH40K: Rogue Trader
For those of you that have been exploring the Living Lands in Avowed, thank you for taking a break to check out the latest Game Pass news! We have some exciting new reveals and exclusive Perks to tease your install buttons.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox Head Phil Spencer responds to SEGA comparisons
During the 1990s and early 2000s, instead of PlayStation, Nintendo and Xbox, the video games industry's 3 console giants consisted of the aforementioned PlayStation and Nintendo -- but also SEGA. Unfortunately, following the failure of the Dreamcast, the console maker would pivot to becoming a 3rd-party publisher. With Microsoft seemingly set to go a similar route, Xbox Head Phil Spencer has now directly addressed these comparisons.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox Showcases Will Now Have PlayStation And Nintendo Logos
Microsoft's multiplatform initiative takes another step.
February 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Xbox — February 17th, 2025

Here's exactly when you can play Avowed on Xbox Game Pass
The early access period is almost over and Avowed is getting ready to drop into Game Pass on Xbox and PC. Here are the details on when you can play.
February 17, 2025 — Source

How does Avowed perform on the Xbox Series S?
Everything you need to know about Balanced and Quality modes on Avowed for Xbox Series S
February 17, 2025 — Source

I love Microsoft's Avowed, but it further cements how much I dislike the concept of paid 'Early Access' and a forced FOMO.
I know why Avowed and games from other companies charge a premium for early launches, but that doesn't mean I have to like it.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer says Xbox Game Pass helps smaller, single-player games: "They just want to tell their story."
In a recent interview, Phil Spencer discussed how its subscription service helps Xbox "support" more single-player games.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Rare's Everwild is still in development, Xbox head confirms
All the way back in 2019, around the same time that Microsoft announced its acquisition of Obsidian Entertainment, the Xbox team also announced the next game from Rare Studios -- Everwild. Fans have been clamouring for more information on this game ever since, and this week we got an unexpected update.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Revenue From Xbox Releases on PlayStation is Helping Fund More Games -- Phil Spencer
Spencer also spoke about how its growth in Asian markets came down to players on PC and cloud gaming rather than consoles.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Sea of Thieves Season 15 has Ancient Megalodons with powers, new wildlife, and more
Sea of Thieves is heading towards Season 15, and Rare today gave a quick look at some of the most major features that will be included in this content update. Subtitled Wild Things, Season 15 will have two new types of Megalodon to defeat that contain powers, Hunters Call trading company changes, fresh wildlife to liven up the world, and more. Check out the content update video from Rare above.
February 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Issues Update on Rare's Long in Development Everwild
"We can give those teams time..."
February 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — February 14th, 2025

After skipping Xbox for 20 years, a major Japanese studio returns with the reveal of their latest RPG which looks like 'Animal Crossing' with multiplayer combat
Level 5 hasn't worked with Xbox since the cancellation of "True Fantasy Live Online" some two decades ago. With Xbox's renewed effort to court developers from across the world, Level 5 has returned with "Fantasy Life i."
February 14, 2025 — Source

All the Things You (Probably) Didn't Know You Could Do With Your PlayStation 5 Pro
Want to know how to control your PlayStation 5 with your voice, take screenshots, and send video recordings to your phone? You've come to the right place.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Avowed Skips Xbox Cloud Gaming in Favor of NVIDIA GeForce Now
Avowed launched in Early Access yesterday, with those who played it giving positive feedback on the game. This title comes from the beloved studio Obsidian Entertainment, which has also made games such as Fallout: New Vegas, Pillars of Eternity, and more. Avowed launched exclusively on Xbox and Steam, offering a premium early access period for an additional $10 where the game will then launch on Xbox Game Pass next week.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Fahmi's Swan Song: Afterlove EP -- Life, Love, and Music in Jakarta
When we, Pikselnesia, first heard the pitch for Afterlove EP from one of Indonesia's greatest narrative minds, Fahmi Hasni, we knew it would be something special. But we never expected everything to unfold the way it did.
February 14, 2025 — Source

How Replay Boys Corrupts a Boy Band Dating Sim with Darkness
There are emergency vehicles outside the arena. Your friend's text messages are beginning to sound strange. A writhing darkness fills your vision, and your work day starts again.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle grabs three wins at the 28th D.I.C.E. awards — but Astro Bot wins Game of the Year
Astro Bot was the big winner at the 28th D.I.C.E. awards, winning five out of six nominations, including Game of the Year.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Lost in Random: The Eternal Die Demo Out Now on Xbox (and Why You Should Play!)
Fate has spoken, and your chance to step back into the dark and whimsical world of Random has arrived! The free demo for Lost in Random: The Eternal Die is now available on Xbox, giving you a first-hand look at this exciting new chapter. If you've been craving an adventure filled with mystery, danger, and a touch of fate, now is the perfect time to dive in.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Microsoft's 'Avowed' advanced access inexplicably skips Xbox Cloud Gaming in favor of NVIDIA GeForce Now, putting Xbox customers last
If you paid the extra $23 for early access to Avowed and $20 per month for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, you may find that Microsoft prefers your custom on NVIDIA GeForce Now instead.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for February 17 to 21
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox App on Windows PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
February 14, 2025 — Source

Obsidian's Avowed is off to a strong start as it claims the top spot on Steam in the US
Avowed is the latest role-playing game from Xbox developer Obsidian Entertainment, and it's the best-selling game in the U.S. on Steam right now
February 14, 2025 — Source

Share of the Week: Romance
Players feel the love
February 14, 2025 — Source

The Cult Classic Shmup X-Out Resurfaces After Slumbering in the Depths for 35 Years
Some people say old legends never die. We fully agree with them, as we're willing to give a helping hand to those that wish to rise again.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — February 10th, 2025

Avowed -- Enemies Will Not Scale to the Player's Level
Game director Carrie Patel has revealed quite a few details about Avowed in a recent rapid-fire interview, including that enemy levels will not scale with players.
February 10, 2025 — Source

Avowed Devs Explain Game's Connection to "Pillars of Eternity" Universe
The more I learn about the Living Lands of Avowed, an island ripe with riches, mystery, and magic, the more it feels like it's the Wild West of Eora. A frontier full of adventurers, mercenaries, and thieves, all looking to stake a claim—as a player, that's exactly where I want to be. It projects this unique, early-modern period look and feel where it's not quite medieval, but sophisticated enough that society is utilizing things like gunpowder and blast furnaces, with cultures developing their own distinct means of survival - much like moments in the history of our world.
February 10, 2025 — Source

Avowed will include cross-buy between Xbox and PC -- but only on Battle net
Following the acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft, many PC players were left wondering whether the company's redundant Battle net launcher would be retired. It seems this will not be the case, with Microsoft doubling down on Battle net -- announcing that the upcoming Obsidian RPG Avowed will include full console cross-buy with the launcher.
February 10, 2025 — Source

Seriously, more people need to be talking about this upcoming Xbox exclusive
Mecha BREAK is like Armored Core at a much faster pace, packaged as a free-to-play multiplayer mech shooter.
February 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — February 7th, 2025

Avowed and the Living Lands Are the Next Great Frontier for Obsidian
The more I learn about the Living Lands of Avowed, an island ripe with riches, mystery, and magic, the more it feels like it's the Wild West of Eora. A frontier full of adventurers, mercenaries, and thieves, all looking to stake a claim — as a player, that's exactly where I want to be. It projects this unique, early-modern period look and feel where it's not quite medieval, but sophisticated enough that society is utilizing things like gunpowder and blast furnaces, with cultures developing their own distinct means of survival -- much like moments in the history of our world.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Avowed confirmed to feature a 60fps mode on Xbox Series X
Since it was first announced, there's been some mixed messaging regarding the performance of the upcoming Obsidian Entertainment RPG 'Avowed', with the devs initially claiming that 60fps is not necessary for the game. Since then, the team clarified that 30fps will be the minimum target, hinting that a 60fps mode might be available by launch.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Avowed Dev Is Sick Of Dwarves All Having Scottish Accents
"... we want to make everything intentional," the game's director says.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Avowed Team Includes Around One-Third of Pillars of Eternity Developers
The goal was to offer Pillars of Eternity fans a way to explore the world in a "big immersive space," says director Carrie Patel.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Borderlands 4 Will Have a Release Date "Soon," Says Take-Two CEO
"You will have a date soon, and then all will become clear," said Take-Two Interactive's Strauss Zelnick regarding the looter shooter.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Grand Theft Auto 6 -- Take-Two CEO Says There is "Always a Risk of Slippage" Regarding Launch Window
Take-Two's Strauss Zelnick is confident about GTA 6's release, but also aware that competition from the industry won't be asleep.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Grand Theft Auto 6's Potential Success Doesn't Make Take-Two Arrogant, Says CEO
Strauss Zelnick also spoke about Take-Two making use of extensive consumer data to effectively market Grand Theft Auto 6 to a new audience.
February 7, 2025 — Source

GTA 6 Parent Company's Stock Reaches All-Time High, And This Could Be Why
Take-Two just set a new all-time record.
February 7, 2025 — Source

GTA 6 Publisher Issues Promising Update On Most Anticipated Game Of 2025
With the first (and still only) official Grand Theft Auto VI trailer sitting pretty with nearly 239 million views, 12 million 'likes', and nearly a million comments, it could be argued that the next GTA installment is not only the most anticipated game of 2025, but perhaps even of all time. That's a separate topic, but the fact that it's even in the discussion makes Take-Two Interactive's latest update on the game's release all the more notable.
February 7, 2025 — Source or Source

GTA Parent Company Boss Discusses AI And How "Machines Don't Learn"
"The bottom line is that these are digital tools and we've used digital tools forever."
February 7, 2025 — Source

GTA Parent Company Hints At Plans To Support Switch 2
Take-Two says the company will support the system "when it makes sense."
February 7, 2025 — Source

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for February 10 to 14
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox App on Windows PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change).
February 7, 2025 — Source

The Sims at 25 - Veteran Developer Discusses Franchise History
25 years ago, The Sims made history with the first instalment of a legendary series that would go on to be one of the best-selling of all time. Few simulation games have enjoyed the success and longevity of The Sims—and the freedom and creativity to play with life however you want has afforded the series near-unrivalled appeal in the years since.
February 7, 2025 — Source

The Sims at 25: How an Iconic Series Kept Up with the Game of Life
25 years ago, The Sims made history with the first instalment of a legendary series that would go on to be one of the best-selling of all time. Few simulation games have enjoyed the success and longevity of The Sims -- and the freedom and creativity to play with life however you want has afforded the series near-unrivalled appeal in the years since.
February 7, 2025 — Source

This Xbox analysis chart shows how only 7% of games launched with "Play Anywhere" support in 2024 — a decline year-over-year
A recent analysis showcases Microsoft's uphill battle with one of its key differentiators against PlayStation.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — February 5th, 2025

2K's 20th Birthday Brings Big Savings on Massive Titles Across Steam and Xbox
2K turns 20 this year, and as a way of celebrating 20 years of 2K, some of the most popular titles and franchises will be on sale on Xbox and Steam. If you've been wanting to pick up some of 2K's well-known franchises, now is the perfect time to do so. Additionally, if you want to get even more savings, there is a "20 for 20" bundle, which will have 20 of 2K's digital legacy titles, including Civilization IV, Mafia, Borderlands, and more.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Razer Introduces Wolverine V3 Controller Line in White
Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro and Wolverine V3 Tournament Editon, its premium Xbox controllers, are now available in a stunning new White colorway. White brings a fresh new look to Razer's latest Pro controllers for the perfect blend of elegance and performance. The new lineup appeals to the competitive console and PC gamers who want a clean look to match their gaming setups. Combining lightning-fast inputs, optimization for esports, and tournament-ready performance, the White Wolverine V3 lineup will allow players to express their individual style without compromising their competitive edge.
February 5th, 2025 — Source or Source

Stellar Ghosts Settlers: A Third-Person Shooter that Sticks to the Basics
Upon succeeding a mission, the player will receive credits that can be spent towards upgrading the player characters' stats of his choice. Seven playable characters are available and each of them starts with their specific stats (Health, Stamina and Armor) and their own unique special ability (force shield, incineration invincibility, orb sidekick, regeneration, megablast and homing electro shots). Making the best use of those hard-earned credits is crucial to enhance your favourite playable characters so that it gets easier to complete the missions.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

The Super Bowl's Over, but You Can Play Madden 25 on Xbox Game Pass Now
Subscribers can play the latest installment in the popular sports franchise now.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Xbox and Nintendo Spurred the Two Scariest Moments of Former PlayStation Exec Shuhei Yoshida's Career
"That was the biggest shock."
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Xbox — February 3rd, 2025

Halo Infinite Doesn't Have A Fuel Rod Cannon, But Will Have A Rocket That Fires Fuel Rods
It's the same but different.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

ID@Xbox Showcase to Kick Off IGN Fan Fest 2025
ID@Xbox and IGN are teaming together for a special show full of tons of reveals including the next big collaboration for Balatro.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

IGN Fan Fest Is Back With Monster Hunter Wilds, Daredevil: Born Again, ID@Xbox and More
The 5th edition also features WWE 2K25, Survivor, Fear Street: Prom Queen, and tons of anime.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

The Next Xbox Showcase Is Happening Soon, Here's What To Expect
Gamers won't have to wait long for the next Xbox Showcase to arrive, but what is Microsoft going to show off?
February 3rd, 2025 — Source