Xbox Game Pass could get more pocket-friendly with Discord tie-up
Discord Nitro subscribers may soon get access to an Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition bundle with over 50 games and limited cloud streaming.
Microsoft Gaming is dead, long live Xbox
Microsoft drops the “Microsoft Gaming” name and rebrands back to Xbox, signaling a renewed focus on player engagement, hardware, and a unified gaming ecosystem.
Xbox Game Pass just got cheaper, and I’m not complaining about the pivot it comes with
Xbox Game Pass gets cheaper but drops Call of Duty day-one access. Smart reset or value loss? Here’s what changed, why it matters, and how gamers are reacting.
Is Minecraft cross-platform? Bedrock, Java, and console cross-play explained
If you're curious if you can play one of the world's most popular games online with friends on another platform, we've got the answer for you right here.
Microsoft College Offer doles out free software so that you forget that MacBook Neo is a better deal
Microsoft is using free software, Game Pass, and student laptop discounts to make Windows 11 PCs more appealing for college buyers, but the real value still depends on the hardware, eligibility rules, and whether you'll use the extras.
Leaks suggest Xbox Cloud Gaming could bring back lost classics
Xbox Cloud Gaming leaks hint that classic and delisted games may return through cloud testing, signaling a broader push for backward compatibility across modern devices and future Xbox hardware.
After PS5 price hike, Xbox and Nintendo could be next
After Sony’s PS5 price hike, analysts warn Xbox and Nintendo could also raise console prices due to rising component costs and AI-driven demand.
Smash hit Hades 2 is finally coming to PlayStation and Xbox
After months of waiting, Hades II is finally coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass on April 14.
Xbox could make Game Pass cheaper, and even bundle it with Netflix
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is reportedly exploring cheaper Game Pass tiers and a possible Netflix bundle, according to new reports.
Microsoft is bringing an AI helper to Xbox consoles
Microsoft is bringing its Gaming Copilot AI to Xbox Series X/S consoles in 2026 — here's what it does, how it works, and why Google got there first.
Your ROG Xbox Ally X is about to get a free performance upgrade soon
Microsoft's Automatic Super Resolution is coming to the ROG Xbox Ally X in April, promising up to 30% better performance — for free, and without touching the hardware.
Your PC could soon play old Xbox and Xbox 360 games officially
An official emulator from Microsoft could be in the works, allowing original Xbox and Xbox 360 games to run on PCs.
Xbox mode is coming to Windows 11, and PC gaming will never be the same
Xbox mode is coming to all Windows 11 PCs in April, bringing a full controller-optimized gaming experience to laptops, desktops, and tablets.
Microsoft finally shares details of the Xbox Project Helix console and its AMD heart
Xbox Project Helix will feature a custom AMD silicon and support next-gen pipelines for ray-tracing and frame generation tech, while also unifying the game development pipeline for PC and console.
Xbox’s PC-console hybrid Project Helix was a decade in the making
Project Helix may feel like a new idea, but Microsoft has reportedly been working toward merging Xbox and PC gaming for nearly a decade.
An original Xbox emulator just hit Android and it’s already messy
A paid, unofficial port of the xemu original Xbox emulator is on Android, sparking controversy and a promise from the real developers for a free release.
PlayStation won the console war, but Microsoft’s Project Helix is the plot twist
After years of trailing behind PlayStation, Microsoft's Project Helix could be a game-changer that combines PC and console gaming.
A $1,000 Xbox might actually make sense, if Project Helix gets it right
Rumors suggest Microsoft’s next Xbox, Project Helix, could cost up to $1,000 or more, but its hybrid console-PC design and massive performance leap may justify the price.
The Xbox isn’t ending, but it needs these 3 changes to return to glory
If you’ve spent any time following gaming news in early 2026, you might think the end of Xbox is right around the corner. Between reports of a 32% year-over-year drop in hardware revenue, the sudden departure of longtime Xbox boss Phil Spencer, and wild speculation that Microsoft might pivot the entire gaming division toward AI, […]
Xbox Project Helix may cost $1,200 with massive performance upgrades
A new rumor suggests Microsoft’s next-generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, could cost between $999 and $1,200 while delivering major performance gains over the Xbox Series X.
Microsoft’s next Xbox console is Project Helix, and it will run PC games too
Microsoft confirms that its next Xbox console, Project Helix, will focus on performance and support both Xbox and PC games.
Warframe heads to Switch 2 in March with major free update
Warframe is launching on Switch 2 in March alongside a massive free update featuring improved graphics, faster load times, and expanded content tailored for both newcomers and veterans.
Xbox Game Pass just dropped one of its hottest waves yet
Xbox Game Pass March 2026 Wave 1 includes Cyberpunk 2077, EA Sports F1 25, and Hollow Knight: Silksong, delivering one of the subscription service’s strongest lineups in recent memory.
Is the Xbox ending? Don’t count on it yet
A viral claim about the “end of Xbox” is spreading, but Microsoft’s strategy suggests the brand is evolving, not disappearing.
New Xbox leadership commits to consoles and first-party games
In their first interview since taking over, new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty pledge commitment to consoles, first-party studios, and creative culture.
Microsoft’s shift could affect your next console purchase
Xbox founder Seamus Blackley cautions that Microsoft could deprioritize consoles in favor of AI, raising concerns about Xbox’s long-term future under new leadership.
Xbox might turn Game Pass Ultimate into a mega bundle
Microsoft may bundle World of Warcraft, Fallout 1st, and Minecraft Realms subscriptions into Game Pass Ultimate, making the $30 tier far more valuable.
Microsoft’s new gaming chief makes bold promises about AI in gaming
Microsoft names former AI products head Asha Sharma as its gaming chief, and she has sparked heated debate over her professional journey and AI's role in the gaming ecosystem.
Phil Spencer is leaving Microsoft as Xbox chief as new head draws future strategy
Phil Spencer is leaving alongside Sarah Bond, while Asha Sharma steps into the role of Executive Vice President and CEO of Microsoft Gaming.
Your Xbox Game Pass library is getting a serious upgrade with The Witcher 3, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and more
Microsoft has revealed the full list of titles heading to your Xbox Game Pass library in the second February 2026 wave, and it's packed with major releases.
Microsoft could merge Xbox PC Game pass with its priciest bundle
Microsoft is reportedly considering merging PC Game Pass into its most expensive Xbox Game Pass tier, potentially streamlining tiers while nudging more players toward a higher-priced, all-in-one subscription.
Your next Xbox might not even be made by Microsoft
Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox may launch in 2027 with Windows 11 and OEM-built devices, offering multiple prices and form factors.
Forza, Halo, Gears, and Fable anchor Xbox’s massive 2026 roadmap
Microsoft is preparing its busiest Xbox year yet, with new Forza, Halo, Gears of War, and Fable titles all scheduled across 2026 in a coordinated first-party release push.
AMD chief hints a new Xbox console might land in 2027
AMD CEO Lisa Su hints the next Xbox could launch in 2027, revealing why custom chips take years and what upgrades gamers can expect from Microsoft's next console.
Your Fable reboot preview is here, open world Albion looks gloriously chaotic
Fable’s extended preview outlines a bigger, more reactive Albion, with open-world freedom, reputation-driven consequences, and flexible “style-weaving” combat, all heading to PS5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC in autumn 2026.
Your next road trip is booked: Forza Horizon 6 comes this May
Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19, 2026 for Xbox and PC, with a PlayStation 5 version confirmed for later this year.
Your ARM Windows laptop just became a gaming machine
Microsoft’s Xbox app is now available on Windows 11 ARM PCs, with over 85 % of Game Pass games supported natively.
You might want to grab a Switch 2 now to avoid a price hike later in 2026
Nintendo's Switch 2 could see a price hike in 2026 as rising memory costs, tariffs, and market pressures loom, prompting early buyers to wonder whether now is the cheapest time to jump in.