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Several Xbox games in development may reward patient Fallout fanatics. Fallout 3 Remastered remains in the pipeline, while other spinoffs and sequels are possible. A recent podcast has confirmed that Fallout 5 is unlikely to arrive before the decade ends.

With so many day-one Xbox Game Pass games, some analysts question if the service is profitable. There are now indications that Microsoft hasn't considered all the expenses in its calculations. Update: New source claims Game Pass is profitable.

The Xbox division's recent layoffs might also be linked to 'unrealistic' expectations from C-level executives at Microsoft.

Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 to become the world’s most popular desktop OS, now running on 52% of all Windows PCs. The milestone comes just months before Windows 10’s end of support, marking a major shift as Microsoft accelerates efforts to move users to newer, more secure hardware.

The move is part of a broad-based set of layoffs from Microsoft that affected Xbox Game Studios considerably more than most of its other divisions.

Some critics claim that Xbox Game Pass played a role in Microsoft closing more game studios. Raphael Colantonio, the founder of Arkane Studios, doesn't think the service benefits developers. As day-one Xbox Game Pass games attract subscribers, the studios behind these titles often suffer.

The controversy surrounding the Perfect Dark reboot's gameplay trailer gets further context thanks to new revelations of a level designer working on the game.

The suggestions were termed both, tone deaf and insensitive especially in the light of wide-spread layoffs at the tech giant.

Xbox Game Pass can breathe new life into titles with dwindling support. Unfortunately, overlooked security concerns for Call of Duty: WW2 have resurfaced. The RCE exploit allows hackers to assume control of another player's PC.

It is business as usual at Xbox Game Studios despite layoffs as per an internal memo sent to staff earlier this week.

The mass layoffs at Microsoft have shut down a lot of upcoming projects and dismantled several established development teams. One developer has now stated that the company is looking to replace its workforce with AI agents wherever possible.

Microsoft is cutting 9000 more jobs as part of a major restructuring, with its Xbox and gaming divisions among the hardest hit. The layoffs mark another major workforce reduction as the company seeks to streamline operations despite record profits and a booming gaming business.

Windows has just released the new Windows 11 25H2 update for insiders. The support timeframe will also be reset: Windows 11 will receive two more years of support and security updates for Home and Pro versions, and three years for Enterprise and Education versions. This will give Windows 11 users additional time before upgrading to a successor.

An influential figure in Xbox gaming history doesn't see much clarity in his former employer's current approach. Mike Ybarra believes that Microsoft should focus on multi-platform Xbox games and services rather than hardware. Even so, the company is exploring its options for future consoles.

A new Microsoft blog post suggests a massive performance boost after a Windows 10 upgrade to Windows 11. Sadly, the Geekbench 6 test used to support the claim includes older and newer Intel CPUs. With other benchmarks yielding less impressive results, some gamers are hesitant to install Windows 11.

Gamers may see future first-party Xbox games developed by fewer studios. Microsoft appears ready to cut up to 2000 Xbox Gaming positions. Turn 10 and Playground Games, the developers of Forza Motorsport and Forza Horizon titles, could soon feel the impact of the layoffs.

Ninja Theory's critically acclaimed title will be playable on the Sony PlayStation 5 at the same time as other platforms get a free visual and performance upgrade for 2025

Microsoft's new 12-inch Surface Pro is a pretty unique convertible right now, because the Snapdragon X Plus SoC is cooled passively and still offers sufficient performance for everyday use. The battery runtime is also good, but the small convertible with accessories is rather expensive.

Some PlayStation fans may be envious of the barrage of first-party Xbox Game Pass games. Still, Sony has no intention of adding more exclusives to PS Plus immediately. A new interview with a PlayStation executive sheds light on why the companies have different philosophies.

Buyers in Central Europe may soon find even fewer Xbox games and consoles on store shelves. Accompanying the Microsoft Gaming job cuts, the company plans to shut down some distribution networks. Xbox now favors cross-platform digital releases and Game Pass over existing hardware.

A comparison was made between version 5.6 of Unreal Engine and version 5.4, highlighting major graphical advances and improved visual rendering.

With Microsoft allowing multiple storefronts, a known leaker has warned gamers about the possibility of a console that costs over $1,000. Of course, it is complete speculation at this point but there is some reasoning behind it as well.

It's still debatable how the upcoming Xbox handheld launch affects the Hollow Knight: Silksong release date. Microsoft claimed that the game would be playable when the ROG Xbox Ally ships. Now, Asus is advertising that one handheld will release by the end of Summer.

There has been some contradictory information about the rumored handhelds from both Microsoft and Sony. The latest is that Microsoft is still working on a first party Xbox handheld despite recent claims of its cancellation.

It is not a secret that Microsoft is preparing a traditional next-gen Xbox console. Whether the next-generation Xbox console is just a rebranded PC or more akin to a console with custom silicon, the console will be able to natively play games from prior Xbox consoles according to a reliable insider.

With little fanfare, Final Fantasy 16 is now an option for Xbox console users. However, it appears players aren't in a rush to purchase the Square Enix game. Without Xbox Game Pass, the JRPG finds itself low on the list of most played titles.

When Microsoft announced its new Xbox handheld devices at a recent showcase, it didn't reveal pricing. A leaker has shared Asus ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X costs obtained from European retailers. If speculation about U.S. prices is correct, the cheaper handheld may be only $500.

As Xbox games rise in price, Game Pass could soon also cost more. Code on the Xbox Cloud Gaming website contains a price increase notification. Declining growth and the addition of premium day-one titles may lead to higher subscription rates.

Microsoft appears less interested in manufacturing hardware for a new Xbox console. The ROG Xbox Ally and similar Windows devices may fill the void left by a canceled handheld. The company hopes to optimize its OS for gaming and emulate classic Xbox games.

To the disappointment of some buyers, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X won't include an OLED screen. An Asus representative explained that VRR took precedence over the expense introduced by OLED. With the Xbox UI expected to arrive on other Windows handhelds, gamers may soon have alternatives.

Ninja Gaiden 4 pre-order opportunities are here, with Standard and Deluxe editions for consoles and PC. Walmart is selling a PS5 version for $999.99, but it's almost certainly an error. A day-one Xbox Game Pass title, the Ninja Gaiden 4 release date is set for October 21st.

There are more signs that Halo will be the next in a series of Xbox games to jump to the PS5. A well-known dataminer uncovered traces of an unannounced PlayStation title. Since the game has a new name, it may not be Halo Infinite or Halo: The Master Chief Collection.

Fewer Xbox games are shipping in retail boxes with discs. The Outer Worlds 2, Gears of War: Reloaded, and other releases are digital only. Play Anywhere games, which are essential to the new Xbox handheld, don't use physical media.

On LinkedIn, A Microsoft employee mentions that Xbox Game Pass has more than 35 million subscribers. The company hasn't publicly updated the number since early 2024, but evidence is mounting that growth is slowing. With Series X|S sales declining, a new Xbox handheld could boost membership counts.

Microsoft launched the new Surface Laptop 13, even though you could also call it Surface Laptop Go 4. The RRP is comparable to the much better Surface Laptop 13.8, only the battery runtime of the new 13-inch model is superior. We don't know how Microsoft wants to sell the new device.

After a whole year of being available to PC and PS5 players, Black Myth: Wukong is finally making its way to Xbox Series X and Series S. The game will launch in August and will be discounted on the Microsoft Store from June 18 to July 11.

Workers involved with Microsoft Gaming are fearing potential job losses. An insider revealed that Microsoft layoffs may soon affect the Xbox brand. The changes could result from the company's declining emphasis on hardware.

ChatGPT competes with Google by now having access to your Google Drive files to provide clear and precise answers. And this development puts OpenAI in direct competition with AI assistants such as Google Gemini.

At the expense of the Series X|S, Windows PCs have become a hub for Xbox gaming. Appearing in blogs and trailers, Xbox PC could be how the company brands consoles and games going forward. Microsoft may use the term to promote a new Windows-based handheld PC.

Microsoft has integrated Bing Video Creator into its Bing mobile app, enabling users to create free AI-generated videos from text prompts using a modified version of OpenAI's Sora AI. The tool struggles to follow prompts and generate videos without oddities.

In the digital gaming age, some Xbox console owners never have enough storage space. A new 4TB Seagate NVMe SSD is the largest Xbox storage card to date. Sadly, gamers may choose to delete titles rather than pay the high price of the expansion drive.

There could be a new Halo game reveal in October, or at least that’s what a YouTuber citing information from a Halo Studio developer believes. It is reported that the studio has a major announcement planned for Halo World Championship this year.

Microsoft's timetable to release a new Xbox console is now in flux. The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS shows how Windows throttles performance on mobile devices. An insider reports that Microsoft is now intent on improving handhelds using its operating system.

More Capcom Steam games are losing online connectivity. With Microsoft ending Games for Windows Live, some titles from the era are unplayable. Lost Planet 2 and Street Fighter X Tekken players now hope that Steamworks will keep the games functional.

SteamOS may transform the Lenovo Legion Go S into the most desirable gaming handheld. A popular YouTuber compared it to the Windows version and shared surprising benchmarks. A new portable Xbox console will likely encounter the same drawbacks as other Windows devices.

It’s a well known fact that many smartphones don’t come with a charger included in the box. Microsoft is now following suit and ships the new Surface Laptop 13 and Surface Pro 12 without a suitable power adapter, at least in Europe.

First-party PlayStation titles are becoming a less compelling reason to purchase a PS5. With only a handful of exclusive PS5 games incoming, no Sony events are on the calendar. Insiders can't confirm any PlayStation Showcase or State of Play in the short term.