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3 days ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 3

Darth Clark returned to Game Informer, and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was released, marking significant events in the gaming industry.
#game-development
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fromKotaku
14 hours ago

Peak Devs Call Out Entitled Gamers Who Want Endless Free Updates

Endless support for games is not guaranteed; updates are considered a bonus, not a right.
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fromWIRED
6 years ago

The Best Game Controller for Every Kind of Player

A good controller significantly enhances gaming experience, with various options available for different platforms and features.
#state-of-decay-3
fromKotaku
17 hours ago
Online Community Development

State Of Decay 3 Proves Its Not Dead With New Alpha Playtest

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fromEngadget
15 hours ago

Much like the game's zombies, State of Decay 3 is somehow still alive

State of Decay 3 is still in development, with playtests starting in May and community input being crucial for its progress.
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fromGameSpot
15 hours ago

State of Decay 3 Is Back From The Dead, And You Might Be Able To Play It Soon

State of Decay 3 will host an alpha test in May, featuring co-op gameplay, base-building, and combat.
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Sony's gaming division just bought an AI startup that turns photos into 3D volumes

Following the acquisition, the Cinemersive Labs team will join SIE's Visual Computing Group (VCG) and contribute to our broader efforts in advancing state of the art visual computing within games. This includes applying machine learning to enhance gameplay visuals, improve rendering techniques, and unlock new levels of visual fidelity for players.
Marketing tech
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Look Outside's April 1 update that let you kiss enemies is now a permanent 'smooch mode'

"If you started a game on April 1st and kissed the wounded neighbor, that save file is now permanently in smooch mode!" Coulombe posted on social media.
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fromwww.engadget.com
1 day ago

Apple Arcade just got two indie gems

Dredge+ is the complete edition of the game, with all released DLC content. This is pretty much a perfect video game that combines fishing with bone-chilling horror.
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#xbox
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fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Xbox's latest games showcase had Hades 2, The Expanse, and Bluey

Microsoft's Partner Preview event showcased a varied lineup of upcoming games despite the absence of big names.
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fromGame Informer
in 3 months

Everything Announced At the March 2026 Xbox Partner Preview

The Xbox Partner Preview showcased several upcoming third-party titles for Xbox Series X/S and PC, including Alien Deathstorm and Artificial Detective.
Marketing
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Xbox Is Still Trying To Find The Guy Who Did This

Microsoft removed the 'This is an Xbox' campaign, led by Asha Sharma, to realign the brand with Xbox's core identity.
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fromKotaku
4 days ago

Xbox's Big Summer Showcase Returns With Gears Of War Direct

Xbox is returning with a showcase on June 7, featuring Gears of War: E-Day Direct and a potential live component.
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fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Xbox's next big games showcase happens on June 7th

Xbox will hold its next major showcase event on June 7th, featuring gameplay reveals and news on upcoming titles.
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fromEngadget
4 days ago

This year's Xbox Games Showcase is set for June 7

Xbox Games Showcase will air on June 7, featuring Gears of War: E-Day and other major game announcements.
Games
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Xbox's latest games showcase had Hades 2, The Expanse, and Bluey

Microsoft's Partner Preview event showcased a varied lineup of upcoming games despite the absence of big names.
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fromGame Informer
in 3 months

Everything Announced At the March 2026 Xbox Partner Preview

The Xbox Partner Preview showcased several upcoming third-party titles for Xbox Series X/S and PC, including Alien Deathstorm and Artificial Detective.
#rec-room
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fromFast Company
3 days ago

Rec Room is shutting down, despite the popular game reaching over 150 million users. Here's why

Rec Room is shutting down in June due to unsustainable profitability despite having over 150 million players since its launch in 2016.
Video games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability challenges despite having over 150 million users.
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fromFast Company
3 days ago

Rec Room is shutting down, despite the popular game reaching over 150 million users. Here's why

Rec Room is shutting down in June due to unsustainable profitability despite having over 150 million players since its launch in 2016.
Video games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability challenges despite having over 150 million users.
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fromKotaku
20 hours ago

GameStop Thought Buying Games Online Was A 'Passing Phase'

GameStop underestimated digital distribution, believing physical stores would remain dominant despite the rise of platforms like Steam.
fromGamesBeat
1 day ago

LiveRamp and Unity announce expanded partnership | exclusive

LiveRamp has enabled the use of RampID across Unity Exchange, allowing advertisers to recognize and target the same users across different advertising environments.
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#indie-games
fromEngadget
1 day ago
Video games

Indie Pass is a forthcoming subscription service exclusively for indie games

Video games
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Indie Pass is a new subscription service just for indie games

Indie.io launches Indie Pass, a subscription service for indie games, priced at $6.99 per month, featuring over 70 titles starting April 13th.
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fromEngadget
1 day ago

Indie Pass is a forthcoming subscription service exclusively for indie games

Indie Pass is a new subscription service for indie games launching on April 13, offering over 70 titles for $8 per month.
#xbox-games-showcase
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fromGadgets 360
2 days ago

Xbox Games Showcase Announced, Gears of War: E-Day to Get Deep Dive

Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is scheduled for June 7, featuring gameplay reveals and updates on major titles, including Gears of War: E-Day.
Games
fromWGB
4 days ago

Xbox June Showcase Announced, Followed By Gears of War: E-Day Direct

Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is set for June 7, featuring new details on Gears of War and other upcoming titles.
Games
fromGadgets 360
2 days ago

Xbox Games Showcase Announced, Gears of War: E-Day to Get Deep Dive

Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is scheduled for June 7, featuring gameplay reveals and updates on major titles, including Gears of War: E-Day.
Games
fromWGB
4 days ago

Xbox June Showcase Announced, Followed By Gears of War: E-Day Direct

Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is set for June 7, featuring new details on Gears of War and other upcoming titles.
Artificial intelligence
fromGadgets 360
2 weeks ago

Microsoft's Copilot Might Come to Current-Gen Xbox Consoles This Year

Microsoft plans to bring Gaming Copilot AI assistant to Xbox Series S and Series X consoles later this year after nine months of public testing on other platforms.
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Video Games

Nintendo was founded in 1889, the same year the Eiffel Tower opened in Paris, starting as a manufacturer of Japanese playing cards.
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fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says company is 'long on gaming' amid rumors of 'sunsetting' Xbox due to AI

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella assures Xbox employees and players that the console's future remains secure despite AI industry shifts and leadership changes.
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Xbox Is Marching Forward With AI Features But Says It Wants To Protect Content Creators - Kotaku

We really believe that creative control should always stay with the game creators, the game development team, and with the AI features that we are experimenting exploring, this is really to support the vision of the team. Ultimately, we want to bring AI that helps broaden the game's reach, deepen engagement and keep players coming back to your games to many more games across the catalog.
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fromVG247
1 day ago

The Petit Planet beta is coming back with new updates, but you still need to hope for an invite

Petit Planet is the studio's take on Animal Crossing, though with a few interesting ideas of its own. The game's most recent test took place all the way back in November, but its next big test isn't far off.
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fromGamesBeat
3 days ago

Inside Clix Gaming's creator-powered business strategy

Cody 'Clix' Conrod is launching Clix Gaming, a brand and business centered on his success as a top Fortnite player.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Stormgate Adding Offline Mode After Server Provider Ditches It For AI

Stormgate will lose online multiplayer access due to server provider acquisition, prompting a shift to develop an offline mode.
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fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Microsoft adding Xbox mode to Windows 11

Microsoft is introducing Xbox mode to Windows 11 PCs starting April, creating a controller-optimized gaming interface across consumer devices including laptops, desktops, and tablets.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Why is gaming becoming so expensive? The answer is found in AI

PlayStation 5 prices have risen significantly due to increased demand for computing power driven by AI, alongside global economic disruptions.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 days ago

April's PS Plus Monthly Games include Lords of the Fallen and a trio of remastered Tomb Raider ports

PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April include Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream.
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fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

Disney Reportedly Interested in Buying Fortnite Maker Epic Games

Disney is reportedly interested in acquiring Epic Games to deepen their existing relationship and integrate Disney IP into Fortnite.
#xbox-project-helix
fromWGB
4 weeks ago
Gadgets

Xbox Just Announced The Next Xbox, Confirms It Will Play PC Games

Video games
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Microsoft will start providing game studios with Project Helix consoles in 2027

Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console, Project Helix, will launch with path tracing capabilities and developer kits arriving in 2027, supporting both Xbox and PC games.
Video games
fromEngadget
4 weeks ago

Xbox CEO confirms next-gen 'Project Helix' console will play PC games

Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, will lead in performance and play both console and PC games, with details to be revealed at GDC.
fromWGB
4 weeks ago
Gadgets

Xbox Just Announced The Next Xbox, Confirms It Will Play PC Games

Video games
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Microsoft will start providing game studios with Project Helix consoles in 2027

Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console, Project Helix, will launch with path tracing capabilities and developer kits arriving in 2027, supporting both Xbox and PC games.
Video games
fromEngadget
4 weeks ago

Xbox CEO confirms next-gen 'Project Helix' console will play PC games

Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, will lead in performance and play both console and PC games, with details to be revealed at GDC.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

MindsEye CEO Says Was The Worst Launch Ever But It's Fun Now

MindsEye's CEO claims the game has improved post-launch despite ongoing criticism and a mixed user rating.
Games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Every Game Coming Out The Week Starting March 30, 2026

I Am Jesus Christ is an immersive sim depicting the life of Jesus from birth to crucifixion.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Dispatch is coming to Xbox this summer

Dispatch, a narrative superhero game, will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC this summer as an Xbox Play Anywhere title.
#xbox-leadership
#xbox-game-pass
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fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant is coming to current-gen Xbox consoles this year

Microsoft is launching its Gaming Copilot AI assistant on current-generation Xbox consoles this year, expanding availability beyond mobile apps and handhelds.
Video games
fromWGB
2 weeks ago

Remedy Steps Back From FBC: Firebreak but Keeps Game Alive, Adds A Friend Pass So People Can Play For Free

Remedy discontinues active development of FBC: Firebreak but ensures the game remains playable indefinitely with server maintenance, permanent price reduction to $20, and a free Friend Pass system allowing players to invite two friends.
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fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

Google Play Games for PC is getting more premium titles and cross-buy with Android

Google's Play Games for Windows enables Android games on PC through virtualization, but paid game support remains limited and requires developers to opt into cross-buy functionality.
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

'Unhackable' Xbox One Finally Hacked, 12 Years After Release

While the PlayStation 4 was considered jailbroken by 2016, the Xbox One has remained invulnerable since its release on November 22, 2013. Well, that is until very recently, as Markus 'Doom' Gaasedelen just showcased a newly discovered 'Bliss' exploit at RE//verse 2026.
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fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

I Miss When Multiplayer Games Weren't Changing All The Time - Kotaku

A patch increasing gunshot volume in Marathon created a more aggressive multiplayer environment, prompting nostalgia for older games that remained static after release rather than undergoing constant balance changes.
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Microsoft's 'Xbox mode' is coming to every Windows 11 PC

Microsoft seems more determined than ever to combine Xbox and Windows - to the point that its next-gen Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will play PC games too. Today, we learned Helix will go alpha in 2027. But the company isn't waiting for Helix before it points Windows gamers in the Xbox direction. Starting in April, it's bringing its full-screen Xbox mode to every kind of Windows 11 PC, including laptops, desktops, and tablets.
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fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Microsoft's full screen 'Xbox Mode' will roll out to Windows 11 PCs in April

Microsoft launches Xbox Mode for Windows 11 devices in April, bringing a controller-optimized interface similar to Steam's 15-year-old Big Picture Mode to all Windows devices.
Video games
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

I guess this wasn't an Xbox after all

Microsoft has discontinued its 'This is an Xbox' marketing campaign by removing the original blog post from Xbox Wire.
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

PlayStation Looks Decisive Right Now While Xbox Merely Flails

The console wars died down not because any side won, but because it became irrelevant. Major games, seeking to make their gigantic budgets back, went platform agnostic. Where once companies had splurged on making consumers identify with specific console platforms, suddenly where you play games had become a much less defining factor.
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fromEngadget
2 months ago

Microsoft ports the Xbox app to Arm-based Windows PCs

Xbox app now runs on all Arm-based Windows 11 PCs, enabling purchase, download, and streaming of most Game Pass titles with Prism emulator AVX/AVX2 support.
Video games
fromArs Technica
4 weeks ago

MS exec: Microsoft's next console will play "Xbox and PC games"

Microsoft's next Xbox console, Project Helix, will play both Xbox and PC games, signaling a shift toward a Windows-based platform rather than maintaining a walled garden approach.
#xbox-cloud-gaming
#project-helix
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fromGadgets 360
4 weeks ago

Microsoft Says 'Project Helix' Next-Gen Xbox Will Offer PC, Console Gaming

Microsoft announced Project Helix, its next-generation Xbox console designed to natively play both Xbox and PC games, merging the two gaming ecosystems into a hybrid device.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 weeks ago

Next-Gen Xbox Codenamed Project Helix Will Play Your PC Games

Microsoft's new Xbox CEO announced Project Helix, the next-generation console that will play both Xbox and PC games with leading performance capabilities.
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Microsoft Reportedly Working With OEMs to Build Affordable Xbox Consoles

The next-gen Xbox is believed to be targeting a 2027 launch, with AMD CEO Lisa Su recently suggesting that the console is on track to release next year. Microsoft, however, hasn't "fully internally committed" to that launch window, according to a new report. The Xbox parent is reportedly considering 2027 as the "best case scenario" for the launch of its next-generation console. Additionally, the company is said to be working with other OEMs to bring more Xbox hardware options to consumers.
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fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Console exclusives might be making a comeback

Sony and Microsoft are reversing their multiplatform strategy and returning to console-exclusive games after years of releasing titles across multiple platforms.
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fromKotaku
2 months ago

Xbox Hardware Revenue Is The Zeno's Paradox Of Gaming

Xbox hardware revenue is shrinking sharply while content and services struggle amid weaker releases and Game Pass price-driven churn.
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

Xbox Developer Direct Set for January 22, Featuring Forza Horizon 6, Fable

Developer Direct 2026 will feature two upcoming titles from Playground Games, Fable and Forza Horizon 6. The studio will share the first extended look at Fable and debut gameplay for Forza Horizon 6, an Xbox Wire post confirmed. Playground Games will also share gameplay from Fable, which is set to release in 2026 after a string of delays. The game is confirmed for PC and Xbox Series S/X.
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#xbox-leadership-change
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Xbox consoles now support 1440p streaming

The higher bitrate streaming option will let subscribers with an Xbox Series X or S, Xbox One X or Xbox One play their games at a higher resolution, provided the game and their display supports it. Microsoft previously only offered 1440p streams on select Fire TVs, LG TVs, Samsung TVs, web browsers and the Xbox PC app.
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fromKotaku
2 months ago

Xbox Just Set A Terrible New Record - Kotaku

Xbox console sales plunged about 39% in the UK in 2025, marking the worst year on record amid apparent de-emphasis of hardware by Microsoft.
#microsoft-gaming
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Video games

Microsoft's new gaming CEO vows not to flood the ecosystem with 'endless AI slop' | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Video games

Microsoft's new gaming CEO vows not to flood the ecosystem with 'endless AI slop' | TechCrunch

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fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Here's what Xbox is working on for 2026

Microsoft will mark Xbox's 25th year in 2026 with new hardware and games, focusing on flagship franchises Forza, Halo, Fable, and Gears of War.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Microsoft Could Merge Game Pass Premium and PC Game Pass Tiers

Microsoft is considering merging PC Game Pass and Game Pass Premium to simplify PC subscription offerings and adjust pricing after recent tier changes.
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fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Halo On PS5: "We Want To Bring Players Back Together," Microsoft Says About Remake

Halo: Campaign Evolved will be released on PS5 this year, bringing Halo to PlayStation to grow and reconnect the Halo community.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

The Elder Scrolls Online Is Finally Getting Cross-Play, But It Might Still Be A While

The Elder Scrolls Online will gain cross-play, but development faces significant technical hurdles and could take substantial time; tests may appear by year's end.
Video games
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Reports of ad-supported Xbox game streams show Microsoft's lack of imagination

Microsoft should expand Cloud Gaming with timed demos, ad-supported tiers, and short-term rentals to better reach occasional and hardware-limited players.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The 15 best Xbox Series S/X games to play in 2026

Thirteen years after vanishing at the end of the original game, cursed horror author Alan Wake is trapped in an alternate dimension and determined to write his way out, while FBI agents close in on the mysterious town of Bright Falls. Why we love it: A thoroughly entertaining blend of detective procedural and surrealist survival horror. Read the full review.
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