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ID@Xbox Showcase Announced for July 11

ID@Xbox Showcase Announced for July 11

Microsoft is set to reveal new trailers, gameplay, reveals, and more for upcoming indie titles coming to Xbox and PC.

Microsoft’s Actions After Acquiring Bethesda Are Enough Evidence to Oppose Activision Blizzard Acquisition – FTC

Microsoft’s Actions After Acquiring Bethesda Are Enough Evidence to Oppose Activision Blizzard Acquisition – FTC

The FTC believes that actions like making Starfield exclusive to Xbox consoles is evidence enough to block Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

Need for Speed Unbound, F.I.S.T.: Forged in Shadow Torch Lead Game Pass Wave 2 Lineup for June 2023

Need for Speed Unbound, F.I.S.T.: Forged in Shadow Torch Lead Game Pass Wave 2 Lineup for June 2023

F.I.S.T.: Forged in Shadow Torch is finally come to Xbox, while the new Game Pass lineup also includes The Bookwalker, Bramble: The Mountain King, and more.

VR Audience isn’t Big Enough to Invest in Yet, Says Xbox Game Studios Head

VR Audience isn’t Big Enough to Invest in Yet, Says Xbox Game Studios Head

"I think for us, it’s just a bit of wait until there’s an audience there," says Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty.

Halo Was Absent at the Xbox Showcase Because “We Have a Lot More Games Now” – Phil Spencer

Halo Was Absent at the Xbox Showcase Because “We Have a Lot More Games Now” – Phil Spencer

“I wouldn’t say Halo is of lesser importance, but we have over 20 studios now," says the Xbox boss.

“Making the Best Starfield is Absolutely Our Goal” – Xbox Boss

“Making the Best Starfield is Absolutely Our Goal” – Xbox Boss

Xbox boss Phil Spencer addresses previous statements about how Starfield's success may or may not impact competition with the PS5.

Shutting Down Redfall Studio isn’t the Plan “Right Now” – Xbox Game Studios Head

Shutting Down Redfall Studio isn’t the Plan “Right Now” – Xbox Game Studios Head

Arkane Austin won't be shuttered following Redfall's failure, Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty says.

Forza Motorsport – 11 New Things We’ve Learned About It

Forza Motorsport – 11 New Things We’ve Learned About It

Turn 10 Studios has offered extensive new details on its upcoming racing sim's career mode- here's what you should know about it.

Microsoft’s First Party Studios Are No Longer Developing New Games for Xbox One

Microsoft’s First Party Studios Are No Longer Developing New Games for Xbox One

Teams under the Xbox Games Studios umbrella have fully moved to Xbox Series X/S development, barring continued support for ongoing games.

Is Starfield’s 30 FPS Lock on Xbox Series X|S a Big Deal?

Is Starfield’s 30 FPS Lock on Xbox Series X|S a Big Deal?

Starfield won't have a 60 FPS option on Xbox Series X/S at launch and the sky is falling. Or is it? Here's why the 30 FPS compromise isn't so bad.

Project Maverick Announced by People Can Fly, Published by Microsoft

Project Maverick Announced by People Can Fly, Published by Microsoft

Based on an existing Microsoft IP, the project has been fully funded by the publisher and has a budget of $30-$50 million.

17 New Things We’ve Learned About Starfield

17 New Things We’ve Learned About Starfield

Bethesda's recent comprehensive deep dive into Starfield has revealed a host of new details for the upcoming RPG.

Perfect Dark and State of Decay 3 Are on Track for Gameplay Deep Dives Within 18 Months – Matt Booty

Perfect Dark and State of Decay 3 Are on Track for Gameplay Deep Dives Within 18 Months – Matt Booty

Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty says the first party teams are aware that the expectation going forward will be to showcase gameplay for their titles.

Forza Motorsport’s Career Mode Will Require a Persistent Internet Connection

Forza Motorsport’s Career Mode Will Require a Persistent Internet Connection

Players will have limited access when playing offline, like in Free Play, but the career mode will require you to be always online.

Xbox Series X May Not Get a Mid-Generation Hardware Upgrade Anytime Soon

Xbox Series X May Not Get a Mid-Generation Hardware Upgrade Anytime Soon

According to Xbox boss Phil Spencer, Microsoft isn't in any hurry to upgrade the hardware in the Xbox Series X.

FTC Files Injunction to Block Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

FTC Files Injunction to Block Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

Microsoft has been blocked from completing its acquisition of Activision Blizzard thanks to an injunction filed against the deal by the FTC.

Forza Motorsport’s Career Mode is Called Builders Cup, Extensive Gameplay Demo Reveals New Details

Forza Motorsport’s Career Mode is Called Builders Cup, Extensive Gameplay Demo Reveals New Details

A comprehensive new deep dive reveals details on the Builders Cup's core loop, its renewed focus on car building and customization, and more.

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 Developer Diary Goes Behind the Scenes with Motion Capture

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 Developer Diary Goes Behind the Scenes with Motion Capture

Ninja Theory outlines the upgrades made for performance capture, leading to more realistic animations in the upcoming sequel.

Avowed is Comparable to Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2, The Outer Worlds in Size

Avowed is Comparable to Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2, The Outer Worlds in Size

The Living Lands are composed of interconnected open zones, which are full of secrets, side quests and characters, per Obsidian.

Hi-Fi Rush Arcade Challenge! Update! Coming July 5th, Adds Two Post-Game Modes

Hi-Fi Rush Arcade Challenge! Update! Coming July 5th, Adds Two Post-Game Modes

New Special Attacks with CNMN and Smidge, challenges to unlock new outfits and Photo Mode stickers, and much more await.