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Studio Acquisitions Are “a Natural and Healthy Part of Our Industry” – Phil Spencer

Studio Acquisitions Are “a Natural and Healthy Part of Our Industry” – Phil Spencer

Xbox boss Phil Spencer says that though concerns of consolidation are understandable, studio acquisitions are really a healthy part of the industry.

Halo Infinite is Not “a Make or Break” Situation for the Series – Phil Spencer

Halo Infinite is Not “a Make or Break” Situation for the Series – Phil Spencer

Xbox boss Phil Spencer believes that thanks to its massive fanbase and history, Halo is "just an IP that’s going to be with us."

Todd Howard First Pitched an Indiana Jones Game to LucasArts in 2009

Todd Howard First Pitched an Indiana Jones Game to LucasArts in 2009

It is now being developed by MachineGames, who are doing "a phenomenal job" on the project, according to Howard.

Xbox Cloud Gaming Available Now for All Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers, Uses Xbox Series X Server Blades

Xbox Cloud Gaming Available Now for All Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers, Uses Xbox Series X Server Blades

Xbox has confirmed that xCloud servers will be running on Xbox Series X hardware, and players can see noticeable improvements to games right away.

The Elder Scrolls 6 is Still in the Design Phase – Todd Howard

The Elder Scrolls 6 is Still in the Design Phase – Todd Howard

Though the vast majority of development work is currently being done on Starfield, "everybody works on everything," says Howard.

Forza Horizon 5 Has Over 2,000 Sky Presets

Forza Horizon 5 Has Over 2,000 Sky Presets

Playground Games shot over 400 hours of sky photos to provide over seven times the number of sky presets than the previous title.

Microsoft is Making all the Right Moves with Xbox Game Pass

Microsoft is Making all the Right Moves with Xbox Game Pass

Microsoft are absolutely killing it with their subscription service, and they deserve a ton of praise for how they're continuing to expand it.

5 Biggest Reasons to be Excited About Redfall

5 Biggest Reasons to be Excited About Redfall

We may not have seen much of Redfall yet, but even so, there's no shortage of reasons to be excited about Arkane's next game.

Xbox-Kojima Deal is Close to Being Signed – Rumour

Xbox-Kojima Deal is Close to Being Signed – Rumour

GamesBeat journalist Jeff Grubb claims that Hideo Kojima and Microsoft are edging closer to finalizing terms for their rumoured deal.

PS5 vs Xbox Series X vs Switch: Which Console Has The Best Lineup Of Exclusives for the Remainder of 2021?

PS5 vs Xbox Series X vs Switch: Which Console Has The Best Lineup Of Exclusives for the Remainder of 2021?

Regardless of what platform you prefer, there are loads of great exclusives coming later this year.

Windows Developers Won’t Be Required To Pay Microsoft A Cut Of Revenue Unless They’re Making Games

Windows Developers Won’t Be Required To Pay Microsoft A Cut Of Revenue Unless They’re Making Games

Publishing apps on the Microsoft store won't require developers to give Microsoft any cut of the generated revenue, thanks to a new policy.

Halo Infinite Seasons Will Give Multiplayer Characters a “Vital, Active Role” in the Universe

Halo Infinite Seasons Will Give Multiplayer Characters a “Vital, Active Role” in the Universe

Season 1: Heroes of Reach will start the journey to "deeply root" one's multiplayer character in the "larger Halo universe" as per Joseph Staten.

Halo Infinite Seasons Will Add New Systems, Events, and Features

Halo Infinite Seasons Will Add New Systems, Events, and Features

343 Industries talks more about multiplayer seasons, from events with new activities to "Fracture" which provides non-canon rewards.

Redfall Development Began in August 2017 – Rumor

Redfall Development Began in August 2017 – Rumor

A senior level architect's profile indicates that R&D and incubation began in 2017. However, full production would have begun later.

AMD’s FSR Has Been Added to Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One Dev Kits

AMD’s FSR Has Been Added to Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One Dev Kits

Jason Ronald, director of program management at Xbox, has confirmed that AMD's FSR is now available to preview in Xbox dev kits.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection Season 7 Includes New Map and Cosmetic Options

Halo: The Master Chief Collection Season 7 Includes New Map and Cosmetic Options

In addition to a bunch of cosmetic options, Halo: MCC's Season 7 update adds a brand new map for Halo 3 and a custom game browser for Halo: Reach.

Windows 11 Announced – “The Best Windows Ever for Gaming”

Windows 11 Announced – “The Best Windows Ever for Gaming”

Microsoft says the upcoming Windows 11 will tout "superior graphics, amazing speed, and an incredible selection of games."

Fable Team is “Just Amazing”, “Can’t Wait to Show More” – Phil Spencer

Fable Team is “Just Amazing”, “Can’t Wait to Show More” – Phil Spencer

Xbox boss praises Playground Games and cites the recent Forza Horizon 5 preview as "where they set the bar for themselves in building a game."

10 Things We’ve Learned About Redfall

10 Things We’ve Learned About Redfall

Arkane Studios have revealed their next big game, and Redfall is looking like their biggest project ever. Here's everything you should know about it.

Halo Infinite Should Release in Mid-November – Rumor

Halo Infinite Should Release in Mid-November – Rumor

Insider Tom Henderson seemingly narrows down the release window further after Xbox boss Phil Spencer reaffirmed a Holiday 2021 release.