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Microsoft CEO says ‘streamlining’ of Xbox business is ‘great to see’
Executive says he’s feeling good about Xbox’s remaining studios and IPs…
Long-Time PlayStation Publisher Says "The Discussion May Change" Around Physical Media
Rumors recently appeared about Sony potentially delaying its digital-only future due to pressure from Microsoft's Xbox Helix, although they were promptly shot down by industry insiders and frequent leakers who said that Sony was dead-set on killing its physical media production—despite data...
Microsoft CEO On Recent Xbox Layoffs: 'There's Some Amount Of Streamlining Asha Is Doing...Which Is Great To See'
Don't worry folks, everything is going great and according to plan
Microsoft CEO Discusses His Goals For The Future Of Xbox, Feels 'Fantastic' About The IP Portfolio
"We want to be a great publisher and a great platform provider"
As Resident Evil Requiem Passes $500m Revenue, Analysis Shows 8.6% Sales Were on Xbox, With Remaining 91% Shared Between PS5 and Steam
Resident Evil Requiem sold just 8.6% of its copies on Xbox, new sales analysis indicates.
Ace Combat 8's First Reviews Are Making It One Of The Highest Rated Games Of 2026
Don't sleep on this one!
Gears of War: E-Day x Liquid Death - Unlock a Legendary Pose and More
Gears of War: E-Day teams up with Liquid Death, bringing an in-game reward, a limited-edition merch drop, and a new way to gear up for Emergence Day.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 28 to October 2
Minecraft Dungeons II, Gears of War: E- Day Premium Edition, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered, and more coming soon to XBOX.
Xbox CSO Issues Response To Report About GTA 6 Sales Being 'Heavily Skewed' Towards PS5
"The title is breaking records for XBOX"
Xbox Says Its Share of GTA 6 Preorders Matches Its Share of the Console Market, Following PS5 Dominance Claim
Microsoft has stepped in to address a report that claimed GTA 6 preorders are “heavily skewed” toward PlayStation 5 over Xbox Series X and S.
"It genuinely breaks my heart"- Confusion and frustration reign as gaming communities react to Xbox's drastic restructuring this week
Rare, Obsidian, Age of Empires, and Ninja Theory communities are reckoning with the fallout from Xbox's latest restructuring.
Activision’s New Halo Must Leave Behind Xbox’s 15-Year Quest To Recapture Bungie’s Magic – It’s Time for a Doom-Style Rethink
Xbox has struggled to recapture Bungie's Halo magic for 15 years. Activision's new game needs to give the series a Doom (2016) style rethink.
Free Play Days – PGA TOUR 2K25, The Escapists 2, Young Suns, and The Division 2
This weekend, Polterguys: Possession Party is available this weekend for XBOX Game Pass members, while WWE 2K26 and Wildgate are free for all. Jump in!
Xbox Is Adding New 'Game Tile Tags' To Help Track Achievements And Other Things
Is it cool? Or does it clutter the dashboard?
Rumour: PS6 Hardware Complete, Double the Power of PS5 with Handheld Model
Less powerful than new Xbox, but potentially cheaper
Free Play Days features four free Xbox games this weekend
After digging around in the Microsoft Store, we can reveal this weekend's Free Play Days games, which include PGA Tour 2K25 and The Division 2.
"I assume someone is being greedy somewhere" - Tim Schafer discusses current game industry woes following Double Fine's split with Xbox
Tim Schafer speaks to the BBC about Double Fine going independent, Game Pass, and the games industry in general.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered Global Release Times Confirmed by CD Projekt
CD Projekt has confirmed the global release times for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered. Here's when you can play in your region.
Which is the best version of Dragon Quest XI S? Switch 2, PC, PS4, Xbox, PS5, Steam Deck, & AYN Thor compared
We compare Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition launches for Switch 2 on September 24
GTA 6 Datamine Reveals 'The Goodtime State
A mysterious new GTA 6 product has been leaked to be coming to the Rockstar Store called the Vice City Collection.
Microsoft files patent for "ad-credit" system to show ads on PC and Xbox without disrupting gameplay
After viewing content, players would receive a "credit" for a designated period of ad-free playtime
Double Fine Founder Tim Schafer Questions Economics of the Game Industry Amid Mass Layoffs and Studio Closures
Double Fine founder Tim Schafer says he no longer “understands the economics” of game development following Xbox’s mass layoffs and industry-wide studio closures.
World of Warcraft Would Never Work on PS5 or Xbox
The official gamepad support in WoW: Forever is about as good as it could be, but it's still a square peg in a round hole
‘I just assume someone is being greedy’: Double Fine’s Tim Schafer says he doesn’t know why the industry isn’t recovering
He also says Double Fine’s survival is “worth fighting for” following its split from Xbox…
Xbox's Restructuring Is A 'Reverse Acquisition In Slow Motion'
Experts call Halo under Activision a 'demotion' and worry that 'Project Helix absolutely must hit'
Former Halo Devs React To Mass Layoffs And The Activision Takeover: ‘Absolutely Brutal To See That Studio Reduced To A Shell’
Bonnie Ross, Kiki Wolfkill, and Halo co-creator Marcus Lehto were among the many former Halo devs reacting to the news
Xbox’s Mythic achievements sound like PlayStation’s Platinum trophy
The Xbox Mythic achievement has its own unique unlock sound.
Xbox's Latest Merger Means 'Forza Motorsport' Is Almost Certainly Done
Forza Horizon developer Playground and Forza Motorsport creators Turn 10 are merging into one studio focused on the Forza and Fable franchises.
Unlocking Xbox's New Mythic Achievement Sounds Incredible, And Here's How It Might Work
Answering the big DLC question
Xbox's new Mythic achievement: full breakdown of the Platinum trophy rival
TrueAchievements can reveal more about Xbox's new Mythic achievement, an equivalent to PlayStation's platinum trophy, which will be rolling out to Xbox users soon.
PS6 and Project Helix battle for worst new-gen feature as Xbox and PlayStation outline horrific new ideas
The next-gen is addressing all the wrong problems 🤦
Xbox lays off Gears of War: E-Day's story director barely two weeks before the game's launch
Gears of War: E-Day story director Juan Vaca announced he was included in yesterday's Xbox cuts, which resulted in widespread layoffs and studio consolidation.
State of Decay Developer Undead Labs Confirms 'Significant' Layoffs Following Independence from Xbox
State of Decay 3 developer Undead Labs has confirmed that it has had to undergo "significant" layoffs following its independence from Xbox.
Microsoft lays off 300 employees in WA
Microsoft cuts 268 Xbox roles as new CEO Asha Sharma tries to revamp the gaming division.
The Sims 4 Update: Official Patch Notes (Sep 22nd, 2026)
The Sims Team has just released a new The Sims 4 Update across PC, Mac, Xbox and Playstation supported consoles. The update includes over 95 bug fixes for the
State Of Decay 3 Studio Announces It's Now Free From Xbox And Employee-Owned
The studio behind open-world zombie series State of Decay confirmed it has completed its separation from Microsoft
‘Halo’ to move under Call of Duty publisher as Xbox announces layoffs
The cuts affect Halo Studios, other first-party developers, and management and central functions within Xbox, according to an announcement posted this morning by Matt Booty, Xbox’s chief content officer. The company is now about 75 percent finished with a restructuring announced earlier this year.
More Xbox Layoffs; Activision Takes Over 'Halo'
The Microsoft-owned gamemaker is in the process of eliminating 3,200 jobs.
More Xbox Layoffs; Activision Takes Over 'Halo'
The Microsoft-owned gamemaker is in the process of eliminating 3,200 jobs.
Xbox Is Merging Its Two Forza Teams Into One Studio Focused On Forza Horizon And Fable
Playground Games and Turn 10 are merging
Hellblade developer Ninja Theory to be shut down in new wave of Xbox cuts, as two separate agreements collapse
Ninja Theory - developer of the Hellblade series - is shutting down as part of today's Xbox cuts. Its proposed buyers pulled out, resulting in the closure.
XBOX Moves Rare Under Activision & Obsidian Entertainment to Bethesda
XBOX's ongoing changes have seen developer Rare moved under Activision's wing, whereas Obsidian is now under Bethesda.
Xbox transfers Rare and Halo franchise to Activision, proposes closure of Ninja Theory and confirms another 268 roles cut amid studio restructure
Major staff cuts at former 343 Industries and other teams; consultation begins at Ninja Theory; Obsidian transferred to Bethesda, buyer found for Undead Labs
Microsoft starts a new round of job cuts
Microsoft started a new round of layoffs on Tuesday, primarily in its Xbox gaming division but also including roles in other units such as Cloud + AI.
Xbox is merging its Forza developers into a single studio
Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios staff will now focus on Forza Horizon and Fable together.
Blizzard layoffs are reportedly imminent, days after an exciting BlizzCon and a seemingly popular World of Warcraft: Forever beta
A second wave of Xbox cuts will reportedly affect World of Warcraft maker Blizzard.
Dune: Awakening Arrives on XBOX With New Ways to Play
Dune: Awakening is out for the first time on XBOX Series X|S, with a new fully single-player mode. Learn why now is the best time to play.
Microsoft planning Xbox layoffs today.
Microsoft is due to announce another round of Xbox layoffs today, according to sources familiar with the company’s plans. The cuts will reportedly be part of a larger restructuring, with The Information reporting that Microsoft plans to “consolidate several of its game studios.” Today’s layoffs will reportedly affect hundreds of employees, and are part of the 3,200 Xbox layoffs that Microsoft is planning by the end of June 2027.
Xbox reportedly set to announce second round of layoffs this week
Report suggests platform holder will "consolidate several of its game studios" amid ongoing restructuring
Exclusive: Xbox to Cut Hundreds of Jobs, Consolidate Game Studios
Xbox is planning to lay off hundreds of employees this week in its second major staff reduction this year, according to someone briefed on the plans. The Microsoft-owned firm also plans to consolidate several of its game studios, this person said. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma in July told staff she would eliminate 1,600 roles by the end of the year on top of 1,600 roles the company cut that month.
Grab an Xbox controller and a $50 Xbox gift card together for just $80
It’s like paying $30 for a $50 gift card.
Halo 3, Mass Effect, BioShock, Rock Band, and More: Fall 2007 Was the Greatest Season in Xbox – and Also Gaming
The fact that you can slice up the Fall of 2007 in so many different ways – best Xbox season ever, best PC season ever, best November ever – and the argument for its unmatched brilliance still holds up is iron-clad proof that it is, indisputably, the best season in video game history.
Microsoft patents idea for in-game PC and Xbox adverts shown during downtime "trigger events"
Microsoft may soon show ads during downtime moments in PC and Xbox games, similar to free-to-play mobile games.
Roundup: All The Xbox Reveals From The Tokyo PC Gaming Show, Including Multiple Game Pass Titles
10 Xbox-related trailers in all
Neon Abyss 2 launches October 8
Side-scrolling roguelike action game sequel Neon Abyss 2 will leave Early Access and launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC via Steam on October 8, publisher Kepler Ghost and develop…
Fable Has Survived A Decade Of Development Because It's Seen As 'Vital' By Xbox, Says Director
The contract was first signed for it in 2017
Final Fantasy VII Revelation Could Have One Of The Biggest Download Sizes In Xbox History
Just to warn you
Five Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass Over The Next Few Days
Three "Day One" releases, and two games joining new tiers
Xbox gets 48 new games next week, including two Game Pass additions
Next week, Control Resonant, Dune: Awakening, EA Sports FC 27, Graveyard Keeper 2, and 44 more new games launch across Xbox consoles and Xbox PC.
So, Are You Getting The Premium Upgrade For Gears Of War: E-Day?
Launch is just around the corner!
I asked if Warcraft 3, WoW: Forever, and Heroes of the Storm will come to Xbox — they all said the same thing ...
The same old answer ... a tale as old as time. Will Warcraft and other Blizzard PC titles come to Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch? Blizzard isn't saying "no" ... but it's not exactly saying yes.
Poll: What were your favorite announcements from Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2026?
With 17 reveals and announcements from this year's show, for this week's poll, we want to know: what were your favorite announcements from Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2026?
Welcome to The World's Game: EA Sports FC 27 Early Access Trial with EA Play Available Today
The EA Sports FC 27 10-hour EA Play trial is now available on XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, and XBOX on PC for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members. 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.
Former PlayStation Execs Recreate Iconic Disc-Sharing Xbox Diss — Without the Physical Games This Time
Former PlayStation executives Shuhei Yoshida and Adam Boyes have recreated their iconic game-sharing instructional video as Sony helps the industry barrel toward a discless future.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 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 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). Let’s jump in!
Xbox bug adds phantom achievements that spoil 100% completions
Xbox users have spotted a bug that adds unobtainable phantom achievements worth zero Gamerscore to certain games, spoiling their 100% completion rate.
Xbox One's Catastrophic DRM Is The Reason It Can Now Offer Disc-To-Digital
The Xbox One's pitch for an all-digital, always-online future went down in flames so its disc-to-digital initiative could be born from the ashes
Gears of War: E-Day Has Gone Gold, Pre-Install Begins September 29, Full PC Specifications Revealed
Gears of War: E-Day has officially gone gold - check out the full PC specifications and when you can pre-install inside.
Xbox’s clever disc-to-digital feature was 15 years in the making
Microsoft’s controversial Xbox One bets are paying off more than a decade later.
There's a New Ni no Kuni Game, Kind of, and It's Now Confirmed for PS5
Bloomwalker drops Xbox exclusivity
Roundup: All The Reveals From The Xbox Showcase At Tokyo Game Show 2026
Missed the event? Here's a recap
XBOX @ Tokyo Game Show 2026: All the Announcements, Including an Appearance by Hideo Kojima
Tokyo Game Show is a celebration of the creators, developers, and communities shaping the future of gaming. As we celebrate 25 years of XBOX and over 20 years in Japan, Tokyo Game Show is an opportunity to recognize the players, creators, and developers who have helped define gaming culture. During the XBOX Tokyo Game Show […]
Physint: Bill Skarsgard to Star in Hideo Kojima Xbox Game
Bill Skarsgård will star as the lead in Hideo Kojima's upcoming video game "Physint" from publishing partner Xbox.
Tokyo Game Show 2026: Bill Skarsgård Cast as Lead Role in PHYSINT
In partnership with XBOX, KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS announced the casting of the protagonist of the upcoming action-espionage game alongside a new poster.
Serenity Forge announces sci-fi visual novel and strategy card game Faraday Blues for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Serenity Forge has announced Faraday Blues, a science-fiction visual novel and strategy card game hybrid coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store in 2027.
Shape of Dreams now available for PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2 alongside ‘Starless Path’ update
Publisher NEOWIZ and developer Lizard Smoothie have released roguelite action video game Shape of Dreams for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC via Microsoft Store at a launch discount pr…
GACHIAKUTA: BREAKOUT launches in 2027
Survival action RPG GACHIAKUTA: BREAKOUT, formerly GACHIAKUTA: The Game, will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam in 2027, developer Com2uS announced.
Free Play Days features two free Xbox games this weekend
Free Play Days returns with another selection of free Xbox games that Game Pass subscribers can check out for no extra cost over the weekend.
Xbox Tokyo Game Show Sale kicks off with big discounts on 700+ titles
This year's Xbox Tokyo Game Show Sale is now up and running on the Microsoft Store, offering hefty discounts across some big-name games, DLC packs, and more.
Xbox speaks out on rumors of Xbox Game Pass dropping 'day one' games in a purported 2027 restructure
Paul Tassi of Forbes has acquired an official statement from an Xbox spokesperson to address rumors of Xbox Game Pass being restructured next year
Xbox's Fable reboot was allowed a 10-year development because the RPG series is "vital to the DNA of the platform", developer Playground Games says
Fable survived its long development cycle because people inside Xbox think highly of the franchise.
Yes, Xbox Needs To Remove More Day One Games From Game Pass
A new rumor says Xbox is ending day one release on Game Pass, but even if that is very much not confirmed, it may be what the brand needs to do.
Here's the second wave of Xbox Game Pass games coming in September
There are some big new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in the second-half of September.
Microsoft doesn't dismiss rumours a major Xbox Game Pass shake-up is on the way, which reportedly removes day-one game offerings entirely
Xbox Game Pass may dramatically change in 2027, losing day-one games and cloud streaming, and seemingly getting an ad-supported tier, according a new leak.
Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember launches March 4, 2027, alpha demo now available
Three Kingdoms action RPG sequel Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store on March 4, 2027, publisher Koei Tecmo and deve…
Xbox Responds To Rumors That Game Pass Is Losing Day One New Games in 2027
Xbox didn't confirm the rumors, but provided a noncommittal answer that could leave room open for big changes next year
Microsoft Reacts To Xbox Game Pass Rumor That Could Change The Service In A Big Way
Xbox Game Pass could see a major overhaul soon.
Xbox Game Pass loses eight more games at the end of September
The next wave of games leaving Xbox Game Pass this month has now been confirmed. In total, eight games will be removed from Game Pass at the end of September.
Xbox Game Pass Removes 8 More Games Very Soon
A total of 18 games are leaving Game Pass this month.
Fable Developer Explains Why Xbox 'Protected' the Project Over Its Long Development Cycle, Amid Layoffs and Studio Closures Elsewhere
Fable maker Playground Games has detailed how its upcoming RPG survived a decade in development, amid layoffs and studio closures across the rest of Xbox.
Game Pass adds Dune: Awakening, Minecraft Dungeons II, Gears of War: E-Day, and more in late September to early October
Microsoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass in late September to early October, including Dune: Awakening, Minecraft Dungeons II, Gears of War: E-Day, and more.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More
Whether you’re delving into the Dungeons a second time, surviving the chaos of Emergence Day with Bravo Squad, or just biking through the ultimate obstacle course, we have a bunch more games ready for you and some friends. Let’s get to it!
Halloween: The Game scores one of the biggest Xbox launches of 2026 so far
Halloween: The Game debuted at #24 on the Xbox Top 40 Chart, making this online multiplayer horror game one of the biggest premium Xbox launch titles of 2026.
Shaky Rumour Claims Xbox Game Pass Could Be Getting Major Changes In 2027
Take with a massive pinch of salt
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma May Have Personally Responded to Your Customer Support Ticket
New-ish Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has had a busy first six months on the job, including killing the divisive "This is Xbox" marketing campaign, slashing Xbox Game Pass Ultimate's subscription price, and unfortunately also overseeing mass layoffs and development studio spin-outs. But as Sharma has gotten settled in her job, she's also been spending time understanding Xbox's products and customers in another way: by fielding customer support tickets.
Which Nvidia GPU Is Equivalent To The Xbox Series S?
The 1650 SUPER from Nvidia's now discontinued GTX graphics card line comes closest to the GPU inside the Xbox Series S in terms of direct comparison.
'To Invention & Adventure Together' - Xbox Boss Visits Kojima Productions To Mark New Era
Discussing future plans
XBOX CEO Message is Salt in Sony's Wound at Kojima Productions
XBOX CEO Asha Sharma has left a message on Kojima Productions wall that fans are taking as a shot against Sony, which tried to cancel PHYSINT.
Xbox Is Bringing A Big Dose Of Nostalgia To Its Current-Gen Consoles
Xbox is giving old-school gamers a dose of nostalgia by letting them choose older console startup animations when powering on the Xbox Series X or S.
Xbox Series X and S Update Brings New Upgrades to the Consoles
A new Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S update has added new upgrades and features to the pair of Microsoft consoles.