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Microsoft Game Studios Co-Founder Calls Out Game Pass Price Hikes: “Greed Over Gaming”

Microsoft Game Studios Co-Founder Calls Out Game Pass Price Hikes: “Greed Over Gaming”

Former Microsoft Game Studios exec Laura Fryer spoke about the company's leadership being out of touch with the gaming audience.

Fallout Day Broadcast Set for October 23rd

Fallout Day Broadcast Set for October 23rd

Even with rumors about future titles, Bethesda confirms that fans can expect the "latest news about our existing Fallout games."

Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, The Casting of Frank Stone and More Headline Game Pass Wave 1 in October

Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, The Casting of Frank Stone and More Headline Game Pass Wave 1 in October

Game Pass Premium subscribers can also access Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, He is Coming, and Eternal Strands from October 15th.

Game Pass Ultimate Price Hike Delayed in Certain Regions

Game Pass Ultimate Price Hike Delayed in Certain Regions

Prices remain unchanged "in line with local requirements" with Microsoft to provide "advance notice" before ultimately hiking the same.

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Physical Deluxe Edition Will Include Game Content on Disc

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Physical Deluxe Edition Will Include Game Content on Disc

Bethesda has confirmed that both the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions will only include codes for the Deluxe Edition digital content.

Microsoft Removes Game Pass Discounts for Games and DLC, Replaces Them With Reward Points

Microsoft Removes Game Pass Discounts for Games and DLC, Replaces Them With Reward Points

"Instead of a discount on purchases, Ultimate and Premium subscribers will earn 10% and 5% respectively in points," said Microsoft.

Xbox Is Pushing Players Away With Game Pass Price Hikes

Xbox Is Pushing Players Away With Game Pass Price Hikes

Xbox’s latest Game Pass price hikes have left many longtime fans frustrated, raising doubts about the company’s current direction.

Former FTC Head Calls Microsoft “Too-Big-to-Care” in Light of Game Pass Price Hike

Former FTC Head Calls Microsoft “Too-Big-to-Care” in Light of Game Pass Price Hike

In a social media post, Lina Khan wrote about the dangers of industry consolidation with Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

Xbox is “Actively Investing” in Future First-Party Consoles and Devices

Xbox is “Actively Investing” in Future First-Party Consoles and Devices

Following rumors of the company's console plans being "up in the air," Microsoft reiterates plans for future gaming hardware.

Microsoft’s Own Xbox Handheld Was Cancelled Because of AMD Wanting High Minimum Orders – Rumour

Microsoft’s Own Xbox Handheld Was Cancelled Because of AMD Wanting High Minimum Orders – Rumour

The report also indicates that, rather than being a handheld PC, the Xbox handheld device was going to be a full-fledged console.

Xbox Cloud Gaming Free Tier With Ads in the Works – Rumor

Xbox Cloud Gaming Free Tier With Ads in the Works – Rumor

The tier will allegedly support Xbox consoles, PC, web browsers and handhelds in a public beta before fully launching down the line.

Xbox Gave Up Over $300 Million in Call of Duty Sales Last Year – Rumor

Xbox Gave Up Over $300 Million in Call of Duty Sales Last Year – Rumor

Despite launching eight years, the subscription service reportedly still isn't generating the desired revenue for Microsoft.

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Physical Release Requires Internet Connection

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Physical Release Requires Internet Connection

It is still unclear whether the Deluxe Edition release of Oblivion Remastered on Xbox Series X will include the game disc or just a code.

Xbox President Confirms Game Pass Sales Reached $5 Billion in the Last Fiscal Year

Xbox President Confirms Game Pass Sales Reached $5 Billion in the Last Fiscal Year

Sarah Bond spoke about the financial success of the subscription service amidst questions about its profitability in the industry.

Fallout 76 Burning Springs Update Brings New Region, Bounty Hunts and The Ghoul in Early December

Fallout 76 Burning Springs Update Brings New Region, Bounty Hunts and The Ghoul in Early December

The Ghoul from Amazon's Fallout is one of the many additions being made to Fallout 76 in the update, along with a new C.A.M.P. pet.

Hogwarts Legacy, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and More Out Now on Game Pass Ultimate

Hogwarts Legacy, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and More Out Now on Game Pass Ultimate

Meanwhile, Premium subscribers gain access to titles previously only available in the Ultimate Tier, including Abiotic Factor.

Game Pass Ultimate Price Increased to $30 Monthly, Essential and Premium Plans Detailed

Game Pass Ultimate Price Increased to $30 Monthly, Essential and Premium Plans Detailed

Premium now retails for $14.99 and instead of day one, subscribers will experience Xbox-published titles within a year of launch.

Halo World Championship Event Will Include Reveal of What Halo Studios Has Been Working On

Halo World Championship Event Will Include Reveal of What Halo Studios Has Been Working On

This year's Halo World Championship event will be a follow-up to last year's where Halo Studios first unveiled its 'A New Dawn' video.

Former Blizzard President Believes That Xbox is Dead

Former Blizzard President Believes That Xbox is Dead

In response to his posts about Xbox's business decisions, some have responded to him on social media and called him "the bitter ex".

Grounded 2’s Hairy and Scary Update is Live, Adds New Armor Sets and Massive Spider Boss

Grounded 2’s Hairy and Scary Update is Live, Adds New Armor Sets and Massive Spider Boss

AXL is the newest threat that players must tackle, but there are also new decorations, armor sets, and more to discover.