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Microsoft Wants to End PlayStation Exclusive DLCs for Call of Duty
Agnes Adamus, 01 March 2023, 22:29
Phil Spencer has announced that if Activision Blizzard's acquisition of comes to fruition, Call of Duty will stop receiving exclusive DLCs on any of the platforms.
Fallout: New Vegas Remaster Would be 'Amazing,' Says Obsidian
Adrian Werner, 28 February 2023, 13:42
The folks at Obsidian Entertainment would like to make a remaster of Fallout: New Vegas, the iconic 2010 RPG.
Xbox Game Pass for February/March Has Elden Ring's Competitor
Hubert Sledziewski, 22 February 2023, 10:18
We have learned the list of games that will hitPC/Xbox Game Pass in February/March 2023. It only counts four items, but they include Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty and F1 22.
Call of Duty Will Return to Nintendo Consoles After 10-year Absence
Jakub Tarchala, 21 February 2023, 14:01
It's happened - Nintendo has signed a 10-year contract with Microsoft, which obliges the giant to release the latest installments of the Call of Duty series on Japanese company's platforms. This return after a decade of absence, however, is all roses.
Xbox Game Pass Loses 7 Games Before March, Including Alien Isolation
Adrian Werner, 16 February 2023, 12:43
We have learned the list of games that will disappear from Game Pass at the end of the month. Among them are such powerhouses as Alien Isolation, Dragon Ball FighterZ, Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII and Octopath Traveler.
Renowned Insider Claims Starfield Will Launch in First Half of the Year
Krzysztof Kaluzinski, 12 February 2023, 23:09
Jez Corden stated during an Xbox Two podcast that Starfield will still debut in the first half of 2023, contrary to recent rumors of a delay. This is to be suggested by the information he recently obtained.
CMA: If Activision Sold Call of Duty, Merger With Microsoft Would go Easier
Jacob Blazewicz, 09 February 2023, 11:53
Britain's consumer protection authority does not support Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard. At least not with the Call of Duty series in its catalog.
Xbox Game Pass Will Gain and Lose 6 Games Each in February
Hubert Sledziewski, 08 February 2023, 20:22
We have learned the list of games that will hit the PC/Xbox Game Pass in the first half of February 2023. It only counts six items. Among them are Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord and Shadow Warrior 3: Definitive Edition.
Fable at Least Partially Playable; Fairytale RPG Show Possibly in June
Hubert Sledziewski, 07 February 2023, 15:55
Development of the Fable reboot has reportedly reached a stage where that title is playable. It is possible that it will be presented at June's Xbox & Bethesda Showcase 2023.
Also Microsoft Cancels Games (Leak)
Hubert Sledziewski, 03 February 2023, 14:21
According to unofficial reports, as a result of layoffs at Microsoft, the studio currently reportedly working on Gears 6, The Coalition, has also shrunk. This has reportedly caused the developer to cancel two unannounced games.
Microsoft Flight Simulator Devs on Poland and the An-225 Mriya
Kamil Kleszyk, 02 February 2023, 16:38
During a recent stream, the developers of Microsoft Flight Simulator brought fans up to date on the details of an upcoming update.
Redfall Can be Played Solo, but Not Offline; Players are Angry
Hubert Sledziewski, 01 February 2023, 17:44
Redfall from Arkane Studios will require a constant Internet connection - even in single player mode. The community is in an uproar.
Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo to Give Up on E3
Adrian Werner, 31 January 2023, 16:17
Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo are expected to forgo E3 altogether this year, and none of them will likely even have a booth at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Starfield Playable From Start to End; Still no Release Date
Michal Ciezadlik, 30 January 2023, 16:43
New information has emerged regarding Starfield. One of them is that we still do not know when exactly the game will be released.
Starfield and Redfall Rumored to be in 'Raw Condition' and Need More Time
Adrian Werner, 27 January 2023, 13:29
According to disturbing rumors, Starfield and Redfall are said to leave a lot to be desired technically and could use additional months of work.
Microsoft Will Return With Big Game Show
Kamil Kleszyk, 26 January 2023, 17:17
It looks like Microsoft wants to give us a really exciting year. After all, the Redmond-based giant has announced another standalone show and confirmed its presence in Los Angeles, where it will showcase games designed for Xbox consoles and PCs.
New Forza Motorsport Poorer Than FM7 on Launch and Most Likely Delayed
Christopher Mysiak, 26 January 2023, 16:23
Yesterday's Developer_Direct show didn't go the way fans of the Forza Motorsport series wanted. There was very little gameplay of FM8, instead of the expected release date we got a suggestion of a delay, and on top of that it turned out that the game will be quite poor in content at launch.
Minecraft Legends Release Date and New Gameplay
Jacob Blazewicz, 26 January 2023, 15:34
Minecraft Legends has a release date. What's more the game's developers presented a short gameplay demonstration during Developer_Direct.
Redfall Looks Interesting in New Gameplay; Release Date
Hubert Sledziewski, 26 January 2023, 13:47
Redfall from Arkane Studios was one of the games presented at the Developer_Direct show organized by Microsoft and Bethesda. We saw new gameplay and learned the game's release date.
Let's Watch Microsoft and Bethesda's Developer Direct Show
Hubert Sledziewski, 25 January 2023, 16:23
Today Microsoft and Bethesda will present some of their upcoming games. We invite you to watch the Developer_Direct show with us.
Microsoft Tempers Expectations Before Upcoming Game Show
Agnes Adamus, 25 January 2023, 12:55
Microsoft is trying to tone down our enthusiasm about the upcoming Developer Direct show. We can expect to see nothing more than what has already been announced.
Halo Devs Denounce Rumors of Being Taken Off the Series; Fans Disappointed
Adrian Werner, 22 January 2023, 19:38
Studio 343 Industries has dismissed rumors that it has been taken off the Halo series. Many fans are disappointed by this declaration.
Phil Spencer Calls for People to Stop 'Dividing Gamers and Developers'
Kamil Kleszyk, 19 January 2023, 13:51
Xbox brand chief Phil Spencer used the 12th annual New York Game Awards gala to address a few words to game developers.
Microsoft Layoffs Will Hit Starfield Devs and More
Adrian Werner, 19 January 2023, 13:16
The announced major layoffs at Microsoft will also affect game development studios. Some developers working at teams such as Bethesda, 343 Industries and The Coalition are expected to say goodbye to their jobs.
Starfield Launch May Have Been Pushed to Second Half of 2023
Agnes Adamus, 16 January 2023, 22:32
According to the latest leaks, the release of Starfield could have bene postponed to the second half of 2023. The title is expected to be released during the summer holiday season.
Microsoft Officially Announced January Game Show
Agnes Adamus, 11 January 2023, 18:09
Microsoft has officially announced the Developer_Direct show. In two weeks, we will see such titles as Forza Motorsport and Redfall. Starfield will be missing from the event, but news about it was also shared.
New Indications of Upcoming Microsoft Game Show [UPDATE: Date]
Adrian Werner, 10 January 2023, 09:56
More rumors suggesting an imminent Microsoft game show have surfaced online. Among these fresh speculations were also reports on the show's format.
Starfield Without Further Delays? Info Suggests So
Adrian Werner, 03 January 2023, 16:15
Bethesda has confirmed that it still plans to release Starfield in the first half of the year.
Arkane's Redfall Could Launch Later; What About Starfield?
Hubert Sledziewski, 02 January 2023, 13:32
Redfall - a new game from Arkane Studios (Deathloop, Prey, Dishonored) - has reportedly suffered an internal delay. Will it affect the release of Starfield?
Deathloop May Get a DLC or Sequel
Adrian Werner, 29 December 2022, 13:16
The actor who voices the main character of Deathloop hinted that there are plans to continue the story.
Microsoft May be Planning Its Own Show for Early 2023
Adrian Werner, 27 December 2022, 14:36
Microsoft is said to be planning an early 2023 presentation to reveal, among other things, a new game from the creators of Ghostwire: Tokyo and The Evil Within series.
Unofficial Xbox Wrapped Proved so Popular It Stopped Working
Hubert Sledziewski, 20 December 2022, 14:01
This year, the Xbox community, like PlayStation and Switch players, can check out a summary of the last twelve months like in Spotify's Wrapped. This opportunity, however, does not come from Microsoft.
Cheaper Game Pass With Ads? That's What Survey Suggests
Kamil Kleszyk, 19 December 2022, 12:17
There are many indications that Microsoft, following in the footsteps of Disney and Netflix, is working on a cheaper version of Xbox Game Pass. The subscription would come with some drawbacks, unfortunately.
Microsoft Fans Disappointed by Absence at TGA; Company Reassures
Adrian Werner, 11 December 2022, 21:44
Microsoft has let go of The Game Awards 2022, much to the disappointment of fans. The vice president of the Xbox division tried to calm their fears.
Steam Doesn't Need a Deal With Microsoft and Call of Duty, Gabe Newell Explains
Adrian Werner, 08 December 2022, 13:15
Gabe Newell is not interested in Microsoft's guarantees for Call of Duty being available on Steam. He claims that the store's popularity is the best motivation to sell the next installments of the series.
Phil Spencer Adamant About Call of Duty's Presence on Steam and Switch
Jakub Tarchala, 07 December 2022, 14:10
Will Microsoft's acquisition of the Call of Duty brand have a significant impact on the PC market? Phil Spencer has a strong opinion on the subject. What's more, the brand is set to return to Nintendo consoles for the first time in 10 years.
Call of Duty on PlayStation for 10 Years - Here's Microsoft's Offer to Sony
Adrian Werner, 06 December 2022, 13:14
To assuage the concerns of market regulators, Microsoft is ready to guarantee that Call of Duty games will be released on PlayStation consoles for the next decade. We learned the details of the deal.
Microsoft Game Prices Will Increase, Beginning With Starfield
Jacob Blazewicz, 05 December 2022, 22:42
Microsoft is succumbing to recent trends. Games from Xbox studios are about to get more expensive, with a new, higher price for Starfield, among others.
Starfield Will be Better Because It's Not Coming to PS5, Says Todd Howard
Adrian Werner, 30 November 2022, 14:27
Todd Howard from Bethesda gave an interview in which he revealed new facts about Starfield.
The Elder Scrolls 6 Exclusively for PC and Xbox? Microsoft Renews Suggestion
Adam Adamczyk, 25 November 2022, 14:14
The Elder Scrolls 6 will come exclusively to PC and Xbox? That's apparently what Microsoft wants. Starfield could start a trend.
Forza Neglected? Developers Ask, Players Criticize
Jacob Blazewicz, 21 November 2022, 14:32
A new survey on the Forza series has given the gamers an excuse to complain about the latest installment and negligence on the part of Forza Horizon 5's developers.
Microsoft Battles Cheaters; Millions of Banned Accounts
Wiktor Szczesny, 15 November 2022, 12:51
The fight against Xbox cheaters continues, and Microsoft is declaring success. In a recent report, the company announced that it has banned millions of accounts due to fraudulent or unregulated behavior in the digital space.
New Game From Wasteland 3 Devs is to Refresh the RPG Genre
Adrian Werner, 13 November 2022, 13:42
inXile Entertainment is working on a next-gen RPG that is expected to stir up a lot in the genre.
Halo Infinite Finally Gets Big Update
Adrian Werner, 09 November 2022, 14:24
Halo Infinite has received a major winter update, and it includes a full version of co-op, a Forge mode that lets you create new maps, and an additional multiplayer variant.
Phil Spencer Agrees: Microsoft Lacks Games
Agnes Adamus, 03 November 2022, 11:52
Phil Spencer admitted that he realizes the lack of big Xbox launches in 2022. At the same time, he announced that next year will be much better.
Xbox Game Pass for November 2022 With 5 Launches and Return to Monkey Island
Hubert Sledziewski, 01 November 2022, 18:18
We learned the list of games that will hit Game Pass in the first half of November. It counts ten items, of which as many as five are premieres. A special treat for players will be Return to Monkey Island, Football Manager 2023, Pentiment and Somerville.
Call of Duty Like Minecraft? Xbox Boss Reveals Plans
Kamil Kleszyk, 27 October 2022, 15:00
Xbox chief Phil Spencer once again touched on the subject of Call of Duty. This time he revealed Microsoft's plans for the iconic brand. The Redmond giant wants to give it the same treatment as Minecraft.
Layoffs at Microsoft, Including Xbox Division
Adam Adamczyk, 19 October 2022, 14:20
About 1,000 Microsoft employees have been laid off from their jobs. The cuts have affected the Xbox division, among others.
Microsoft Won't Cut Sony Off From Call of Duty? The British Doubt It
Hubert Sledziewski, 16 October 2022, 12:54
Britain's Competition and Markets Authority does not believe Microsoft won't stop releasing the Call of Duty series on PlayStation when it acquires Activision Blizzard. The regulator fears this will hurt consumers and disrupt competition in the console market.
Sony Blocks Xbox Game Pass From PlayStation; Microsoft Claims it's Attack on Competition
Kamil Kleszyk, 13 October 2022, 15:54
Xbox Game Pass on PlayStation consoles? Sounds like a joke, but recent reports indicate that Microsoft was offering its flagship service to Sony. The Japanese rejected the offer.