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Early previews of Gears of War: E-Day highlight a shift in multiplayer design, drawing comparisons to mechanics found in Helldivers 2.
Halo fans can finally drive Master Chief’s Lamborghini Urus in Forza Horizon 6, sparking a cross‑media frenzy.
Double Fine Productions has initiated staff reductions just three weeks after finalizing its separation from parent company Xbox.
Lamborghini and Halo have collaborated on a custom Urus SE inspired by Master Chief, now featured in the gaming landscape.
Xbox services are suffering from widespread outages, leaving players unable to launch digital or physical games just days after similar issues hit PlayStation.
An ongoing Xbox Live network disruption is preventing users from accessing their digital game libraries worldwide.
A major Xbox outage has rendered both digital and physical games unplayable, locking users out of accounts for more than 12 hours.
Xbox Online Services bounce back after a multi‑hour outage, sparking debates over compensation and future safeguards.
Xbox Game Pass adds final week titles amid internal pushback and questions over day‑one releases.
Xbox is trialing a smart download client that auto‑selects the fastest server, aiming to slash game install times for console and PC players.
Xbox has confirmed its lineup and attendance for Gamescom 2026, coinciding with news that the exhibition space is fully sold out.
Reports indicate the development of the upcoming Fable title has exceeded its projected budget, sparking concerns regarding the franchise's trajectory.
Ubisoft and Xbox launch a new partnership offering free PC versions of select titles to existing console owners and expanding the Xbox PC app library.
Ubisoft's 'Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced' is dominating gaming charts and exceeding sales targets despite reports of unexplained feature removals.
Bethesda faces accusations of violating Canadian labor laws following layoffs at its Montreal studio.
Technical barriers and unauthorized releases mark the early access launch of Halo: Campaign Evolved.
Microsoft has launched a test for ad-supported cloud streaming, signaling a shift in how major tech firms approach game accessibility.
Jared Palmer has resigned from his position as Xbox Vice President of Engineering only months after his appointment.
Xbox reports a significant sales surge in the U.S. market, standing as the industry's sole growth outlier amidst a broader hardware downturn.
Microsoft has officially expanded its ecosystem by introducing backward compatibility for original Xbox titles on Windows PCs.
Meta and Xbox have launched a partnership integrating Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition into the Meta Horizon+ subscription service.
Xbox has announced its second wave of Game Pass titles for July 2026, featuring the release of Halo: Campaign Evolved and Beast of Reincarnation.
Xbox Game Pass expands its library with the debut of Matt Jones's Mavrix as internal reports emerge regarding studio leadership's outlook on the service.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers face a reduction in library options as eight titles are scheduled to leave the platform on July 31, 2026.
Microsoft is pivoting back to console-exclusive gaming, sparking questions about the future of its Xbox hardware strategy.
Bethesda’s Todd Howard addresses long-standing fan speculation regarding a purported rivalry between his studio and Fallout: New Vegas developer Obsidian.
A selection of titles, including GTA Online and Planet Zoo, are available for limited-time free play across various gaming platforms.
Reports reveal internal friction at Xbox as studio leaders express dissatisfaction with the impact of the Game Pass subscription model on game valuation.
ZeniMax Online Studios faces a leadership exodus as part of broader mass layoffs occurring across Microsoft’s Xbox division.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced faces dual scrutiny as positive reviews meet labor strikes at Ubisoft Barcelona.
Bethesda Game Studios has outlined a major multi-title development roadmap, prioritizing 'The Elder Scrolls 6' while confirming multiple upcoming Fallout projects.
Bethesda has unveiled a multi-title development roadmap, including a new Fallout project from Obsidian, amid internal shifts at Xbox.
The critically acclaimed VR title 'Moss: The Forgotten Relics' debuts on consoles today, sparking a debate on the transition from virtual reality to flat screens.
Industry reports characterize the state of id Software and broader Xbox operations following recent workforce reductions.
Halo: Campaign Evolved has achieved gold status ahead of its upcoming PlayStation 5 release on July 28.
NVIDIA is marking the launch of Gears of War: E-Day with an exclusive custom GeForce RTX 5080 hardware giveaway.
Final Fantasy Resonance is generating industry attention due to its turn-based format and the confirmation of a digital-only launch for Xbox consoles.
Halo Studios leadership faces internal allegations of workplace misconduct, mismanagement, and intimidation.
A Brazilian gamer has successfully secured a court order compelling Microsoft to restore a permanently banned, hacked Xbox account.
New Call of Duty Black Ops ports for PlayStation 5 are generating significant revenue while simultaneously drawing attention for security and stability issues.
Microsoft’s id Software layoffs spark backlash as Carmack’s response reignites gaming industry tensions
Xbox’s next week may redefine how gamers access physical game libraries—if a rumored disc-to-digital system launches.
Xbox unveils a dedicated controller for *Flight Simulator*—but not the only new hardware arriving this month
New reports reveal that Crytek originally envisioned Ryse: Son of Rome as a multi-setting franchise designed to compete with the Assassin's Creed series.
Halo Studios has reportedly cancelled Project Ekur, an unreleased multiplayer title featuring customisable characters and large-scale battles.
Microsoft’s Xbox CEO Asha Sharma becomes lightning rod for backlash and scrutiny amid leadership shifts
A Brazilian court has ruled against Microsoft in a lawsuit concerning the loss of digital games following a hacked Xbox account.
Xbox Game Pass expands with two new titles today, while July’s lineup shifts as 10 games depart early.
Console gaming’s dominance is crumbling—but the industry insists it’s still alive
Palworld officially exits early access with a 1.0 release, introducing new content, platform achievements, and high player engagement.
Xbox Free Play Days returns this weekend with three titles available for players to access at no additional cost.
Bethesda is moving to a franchise-centric model following significant layoffs within the studio and broader restructuring at Xbox.
Microsoft faces intense criticism and speculation regarding the future of its gaming division following significant layoffs at id Software.
Reports reveal that former Xbox leader Don Mattrick proposed a real-money auction house for Halo 4, drawing sharp criticism from development staff.
Microsoft shifts strategy as Xbox division implements significant workforce reductions following financial losses.
Microsoft initiates a major corporate restructuring, resulting in 4,800 layoffs and a significant downsizing of its Xbox division.
Microsoft’s latest round of Xbox layoffs has reportedly impacted approximately half of the workforce at id Software.
A new RPG is rewriting the fantasy genre—with a twist that could redefine player agency.
Microsoft’s Xbox pivots away from mid-tier studios toward high-value acquisitions—leaving some franchises in limbo
Double Fine and Compulsion Games transition to independent status as Microsoft undergoes broad restructuring and workforce reductions.