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The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel Should Get Better Mounts and Ladders, Says Skyrim Design Director

The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel Should Get Better Mounts and Ladders, Says Skyrim Design Director

Bruce Nesmith spoke about some of the technical limitations behind mundane objects like ladders not working properly in Skyrim.

The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel Can’t Compete With Grand Theft Auto 6, NBA 2K, Says Analyst

The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel Can’t Compete With Grand Theft Auto 6, NBA 2K, Says Analyst

Mat Piscatella also said franchises like The Witcher and God of War are in a similar position, while GTA is a different realm altogether.

World of Warcraft: Forever – 15 Things Every Buyer Should Know

World of Warcraft: Forever – 15 Things Every Buyer Should Know

Forever revitalises Azeroth, bringing everything from expanded zones and playable races, to new dungeons, raids, and progression.

Marvel’s Blade Delays Were “Artificially Caused” by Microsoft, Claims Arkane Lyon Union

Marvel’s Blade Delays Were “Artificially Caused” by Microsoft, Claims Arkane Lyon Union

The union has gone on to allege that Microsoft has been been actively sabotaging work on game through a year-long hiring freeze.

Former Xbox Studio VP Calls Company Leadership “A Clownshow” Following COO’s Departure

Former Xbox Studio VP Calls Company Leadership “A Clownshow” Following COO’s Departure

Shannon Loftis said that, in light of Helen Chiang's departure, Xbox leadership has shown "a loss of moral character and clarity."

Arkane Lyon Has Multiple Potential Buyers, Including Ubisoft – Rumor

Arkane Lyon Has Multiple Potential Buyers, Including Ubisoft – Rumor

While nothing has been finalized yet, an acquisition deal going through will give the studio the time to finish Marvel's Blade.

Overwatch Might Get More Small PvE Experiences, Campaign Would Need “a Whole New Game”

Overwatch Might Get More Small PvE Experiences, Campaign Would Need “a Whole New Game”

Game director Aaron Keller has opened up about the PvE experiences released in Overwatch, and how the team tells the game's story.

Turn 10’s Dan Greenawalt Steps Away After 27-Year Stint At Microsoft

Turn 10’s Dan Greenawalt Steps Away After 27-Year Stint At Microsoft

Greenawalt will certainly be missed by those who hoped the Forza Motorsport series wouldn't ultimately die out in favor of Horizon.

Xbox Growth Declines by 2 Percent in Latest Quarter, Hardware Sales Down by 14 Percent

Xbox Growth Declines by 2 Percent in Latest Quarter, Hardware Sales Down by 14 Percent

On the subject of declining hardware sales, Asha Sharma has attributed it to the company not being able to meet the demand.

Microsoft is Providing a “Voluntary Exit Offer” to Around 60,000 Employees

Microsoft is Providing a “Voluntary Exit Offer” to Around 60,000 Employees

The company is seemingly getting ready for another set of layoffs that could potentially impact almost a quarter of its workforce.

Arkane Lyon Has Until November 13th to Find a Buyer – Rumor

Arkane Lyon Has Until November 13th to Find a Buyer – Rumor

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma had spoken about the company divesting itself of some studios back in July, which included Arkane Lyon.

Xbox Will Go Through More Layoffs in October, November, and January – Rumor

Xbox Will Go Through More Layoffs in October, November, and January – Rumor

These rounds of job cuts will revolve around CEO Asha Sharma's plans to cut a total of around 3,200 jobs before the next fiscal year.

Next Xbox Console Planned for Holiday 2028, “Next-Generation Handheld” Coming in 2027

Next Xbox Console Planned for Holiday 2028, “Next-Generation Handheld” Coming in 2027

Project Helix's console is currently projected to cost between $1,200 and $1,800, while the Game Pass overhaul brings à la carte choices.

Xbox Job Listing for Supply Strategist Hint at Continued Plans to Support Physical Games – Rumor

Xbox Job Listing for Supply Strategist Hint at Continued Plans to Support Physical Games – Rumor

While Sony might be planning to end the production of PlayStation discs, it looks like Microsoft might continue to support the medium.

Diablo 5 Cinematic Director Confirms Shooting for Cutscenes Has Begun

Diablo 5 Cinematic Director Confirms Shooting for Cutscenes Has Begun

Neil David Carter took to social media to post a picture of a giant sound stage where actors can don mocap suits and act out in-game scenes.

Xbox Has Started Surveying Users About Future Games Being Exclusive – Rumor

Xbox Has Started Surveying Users About Future Games Being Exclusive – Rumor

The survey even asks whether fans would be interested in every franchise except for Call of Duty going fully Xbox exclusive.

Xbox Labs is a New Team That Will Turn “Emerging Ideas” Into Experiences

Xbox Labs is a New Team That Will Turn “Emerging Ideas” Into Experiences

CEO Asha Sharma spoke about emerging ideas like decompiling and recompiling efforts to make old games playable in web browsers.

Xbox CEO Wants Studios to “Create Enduring New IP” – Rumor

Xbox CEO Wants Studios to “Create Enduring New IP” – Rumor

During a recent town hall meeting, Asha Sharma reportedly spoke about how major franchises will serve to anchor Xbox as a whole.

Xbox App For Windows is Getting Performance Boost, UI Improvements – Rumor

Xbox App For Windows is Getting Performance Boost, UI Improvements – Rumor

The app is believed to currently be in internal testing, with Xbox expected to release it for Insider testing before the end of the year.

Gears of War E-Day’s Kalona is the Series’ Most Impressive Battlefield

Gears of War E-Day’s Kalona is the Series’ Most Impressive Battlefield

The Coalition has crafted a battlefield that’s capable of pulling at your heartstrings even as you desperately fight to survive and process its melancholic beauty.