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Xbox Now Allows Players to Record and Report Inappropriate Voice Clips in Multiplayer Games

Xbox Now Allows Players to Record and Report Inappropriate Voice Clips in Multiplayer Games

The feature is currently only available to Alpha and Alpha-skip Xbox Insiders in select English-language countries.

FTC Files Appeal Against Verdict from Trial Against Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

FTC Files Appeal Against Verdict from Trial Against Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

The FTC hopes to use its appeal to try and file an injunction against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard until a trial slated for August.

CMA Says Negotiations with Microsoft Are “at an Early Stage”

CMA Says Negotiations with Microsoft Are “at an Early Stage”

The CMA also states that if Microsoft chooses to suggest a restructured deal during negotiations, it could still "lead to a new merger investigation."

10 Ways Starfield Needs to Improve on Skyrim and Fallout 4

10 Ways Starfield Needs to Improve on Skyrim and Fallout 4

As excellent as Bethesda Game Studios' past single player RPGs have been, we're hoping the next one will make some key improvements.

The FTC is Reportedly “Leaning Toward” Filing an Appeal Against Microsoft-Activision Court Ruling

The FTC is Reportedly “Leaning Toward” Filing an Appeal Against Microsoft-Activision Court Ruling

The FTC has until Friday to appeal against the recent ruling, which denied an injunction against Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

Microsoft and CMA Agree to Pause Litigation and Negotiate Activision Blizzard Deal in the UK

Microsoft and CMA Agree to Pause Litigation and Negotiate Activision Blizzard Deal in the UK

Microsoft's Brad Smith said it's looking at how to modify the deal and address "concerns in a way acceptable to the CMA."

FTC Injunction Denied by Judge in Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

FTC Injunction Denied by Judge in Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

Microsoft is now free to close the deal ahead of the July 18th deadline but must solve its issues with the CMA in the UK.

Hi-Fi Rush Arcade Challenge! Update! Impressions – The Beat Goes on

Hi-Fi Rush Arcade Challenge! Update! Impressions – The Beat Goes on

Tango Gameworks' latest update for its hack-and-slash title brings two new modes, challenges and unlocks, and expands on the post-game.

Clockwork Revolution Director Says it Combines Arcanum and Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines

Clockwork Revolution Director Says it Combines Arcanum and Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines

inXile's Chad Moore promises "deep world-building, compelling narrative, crunchy RPG systems, engaging gameplay, and massive reactivity."

How Xbox Loosened its Hold on the Games Industry a Decade Ago

How Xbox Loosened its Hold on the Games Industry a Decade Ago

Last month marked a decade since Microsoft inadvertently dug an early grave for its just-announced Xbox One.

Microsoft Reintroduces $1 Deal for PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

Microsoft Reintroduces $1 Deal for PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

Returning subscribers with expired subscriptions and new subscribers can once again join in for an introductory $1 price.

FTC, Xbox-Activision and Sony Fiasco – The Biggest Reveals You Probably Don’t Know

FTC, Xbox-Activision and Sony Fiasco – The Biggest Reveals You Probably Don’t Know

The Federal Trade Commission's trial against Microsoft and its acquisition of Activision Blizzard revealed some interesting things.

Hi-Fi Rush – Arcade Challenge! Update! is Now Live with New Modes and Outfits

Hi-Fi Rush – Arcade Challenge! Update! is Now Live with New Modes and Outfits

New enemies, Special Attacks and challenges are available to complete. There are also new features like a SPECTRA room checklist.

Grand Theft Auto 5 is Out Now on Game Pass; The Cave and Exoprimal Coming Later in July

Grand Theft Auto 5 is Out Now on Game Pass; The Cave and Exoprimal Coming Later in July

Sword and Fairy: Together Forever is also out today, while McPixel 3, Common'hood, Insurgency: Sandstorm and more are confirmed.

Xbox and Bethesda Confirmed for Gamescom 2023

Xbox and Bethesda Confirmed for Gamescom 2023

Microsoft and Bethesda Softworks will be in attendance at the Gamescom 2023 showfloor next month, it's been confirmed.

Microsoft Expects PS5 Slim to Release Later This Year, Per Court Documents

Microsoft Expects PS5 Slim to Release Later This Year, Per Court Documents

Per court documents, Microsoft has said a PlayStation Slim is "expected" later this year and will cost $399.99.

Konami, Square Enix, Capcom, and More Confirmed for Tokyo Game Show 2023

Konami, Square Enix, Capcom, and More Confirmed for Tokyo Game Show 2023

The likes of Bandai Namco, Atlus, Sega, Microsoft, Koei Tecmo, and others are also included in the event's list of exhibitors.

Starfield’s Combatech Weapons Are Built with the Confines of Spaceflight in Mind

Starfield’s Combatech Weapons Are Built with the Confines of Spaceflight in Mind

Combatech weapons are "created from light-weight metal alloys and polymer and are mostly bullpup designs."

Towerborne Playtests Slated for This Year

Towerborne Playtests Slated for This Year

Players who sign up will get exclusive access to preview builds of Stoic Studio's upcoming co-op action-adventure game.

Psychonauts 3 is Not in Development, Double Fine Working on “New, Smaller” Games – Tim Schafer

Psychonauts 3 is Not in Development, Double Fine Working on “New, Smaller” Games – Tim Schafer

Tim Schafer confirms Double Fine Productions is working on "new, unannounced stuff" that he describes as "smaller games."