XBOX Cuts 268 Jobs as Activision Takes Over Massive Halo Development
Microsoft announced 268 more XBOX cuts via layoffs and reorganizing its studios. Activision will develop the next Halo, while Ninja Theory faces possible closure.
Bethesda
Bethesda refers to two closely related entities in the video game industry: Bethesda Game Studios and Bethesda Softworks. Both are integral parts of ZeniMax Media, which was acquired by Microsoft in 2021.
XBOX and Meta Bring Fresh XBOX Game Pass Starter Edition to Eligible Meta Horizon+ Subscribers
XBOX and Meta Horizon+ now includes an XBOX Game Pass starter edition with 50+ games, 10 hours of cloud gaming, and Rewards each month.
XBOX Hits Reset: 3,200 Jobs Cut, 4 Studios Spun Out in Biggest Restructure Ever
Microsoft’s XBOX hits reset and is cutting 3,200 jobs and spinning out studios in a massive “reset” aimed at returning to growth by 2027.
How to Watch the XBOX Games Showcase 2026 and Gears of War: E-Day Direct This Sunday
Get all the details on when and where to watch the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 and Gears of War: E-Day Direct this Sunday.
Xbox’s “We Are Xbox” Convenient Manifesto: Meaningful Change for 2026 Or Just Talk?
Xbox’s new “We Are Xbox” manifesto promises a reset for players and devs, but is this real change or more corporate lip service?
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Price Drops To $22.99 A Month, But Future Call of Duty Launches Are Delayed
Xbox cuts Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass prices, but future Call of Duty games will no longer launch day one on the service, arriving about a year later instead.
Kiln Open Beta Throwdown Now Live as Double Fine’s Thrilling Pottery Brawler Nears Launch, Due April 23
The Kiln Open Beta Throwdown is live on Steam now, with Double Fine sharing favorite pot builds ahead of the April 23 launch.
Xbox Free Play Days: Play Subnautica, One Piece Pirate Warriors 4, and More This Weekend
Xbox Free Play Days lets you play Subnautica, One Piece Pirate Warriors 4, and more for free this weekend.
Xbox Insiders Can Now Refresh, Curate, and Celebrate Achievements with New Profile Controls
Xbox Insiders get a refreshed achievements UI, game hiding, and 100% completion highlights ahead of a wider rollout to all players.
Forza Horizon 6 Joyfully Turns Japan into the Series’ Most Explorable Open World Yet
Forza Horizon 6’s Japan map, collectibles, seamless events, and customizable garages make it the most explorable Horizon adventure yet.
Starfield’s Biggest Update Yet: Free Lanes, Terran Armada DLC, and PS5 Launch Redefine Bethesda’s Space RPG
Starfield’s Free Lanes update, Terran Armada DLC, and PS5 launch land together, overhauling space travel, endgame, and story in one huge drop.
Xbox Game Pass Wave 1 Is Super Stacked This Month (April 2026) With Hades II, Kiln, Vampire Crawlers, And More
Xbox Game Pass in April is loaded with Hades II, Kiln, Vampire Crawlers, Final Fantasy IV, Football Manager 26, and more across console, PC, and Cloud.
Asha Sharma Named EVP and CEO of Microsoft Gaming as Phil Spencer Abruptly Retires, and Sarah Bond out in Stunning Leadership Shakeup
Microsoft names Asha Sharma EVP and CEO of Microsoft Gaming, Matt Booty steps up as Chief Content Officer, and Phil Spencer retires after 38 years.
Watch Xbox Boldly Innovate at GDC 2026: How Microsoft Is Building for What’s Next in Game Development
Xbox is heading to GDC 2026 with a new Dev Summit, AI, DirectX, PlayFab, and more to help devs build for what’s next.
Xbox Free Play Days: Fallout 76, For Honor, Dead by Daylight, and Grounded 2 Free This Weekend
Play Fallout 76, For Honor, Dead by Daylight, and Grounded 2 for free this weekend on Xbox. Discounts extend gameplay beyond Xbox Free Play Days!
Xbox December 2025 Update: New Mobile Store Tab, Better Bluetooth LE Audio for Xbox Headset, and Fallout-Themed Controllers
The Xbox December 2025 Update adds a new app store tab, Bluetooth LE Audio support, and Fallout Pip-Boy gear.
The Game Awards 2025: Every Xbox Winner, Big Reveal, and What It Means for Players
Xbox cleaned up at The Game Awards 2025 with big wins, Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred, Control Resonant, new Tomb Raider games, and more.
Xbox Dazzles at Tokyo Game Show 2025 with Forza Horizon 6, Ninja Gaiden 4, Flight Simulator Japan, Explosive Game Pass Hits, and Epic RPG Reveals
All Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 reveals: Forza Horizon 6 Japan, 25+ new titles, and every trailer. Explore the future of Xbox gaming now!
Xbox Returns to Tokyo Game Show 2025 with Exclusive Game Reveals and Global Broadcast Details
Xbox Takes the Stage at Tokyo Game Show 2025 Xbox is once again making a major impact at Tokyo Game Show (TGS) 2025, kicking off with a live broadcast on Thursday, September 25, at 7 PM JST (3 AM Pacific / 6 AM Eastern / 11 AM UK). Led by Mena Kato, Senior Director of Xbox Asia, the presentation promises …
Xbox Game Camp Africa 2025: Empowering Innovation Across the Continent with Dynamic 12-Week Virtual Program
Xbox Game Camp Returns for 2025 with Expanded Virtual Learning Program The surge of innovation in African game development takes another leap forward this year as Xbox Game Camp Africa returns for its third consecutive edition, launching on December 4, 2025, in Cape Town as part of Africa Games Week. Powered by Microsoft’s Xbox division, in partnership with the ID@Xbox …
Xbox Takes Over gamescom 2025: Over 20 Upcoming Games Playable, Hollow Knight: Silksong Demo, and Major World Premieres
Xbox is set to make a massive splash at gamescom 2025, returning to Cologne, Germany, from August 20th to 24th with an impressive line-up of over 20 new and upcoming games, hands-on hardware experiences, and exclusive world premieres. Whether you’re attending in person or tuning in from home, this year’s presence offers something memorable for every Xbox fan. It's starting …
Amazon Greenlights Wolfenstein TV Series, Fallout Team Continues Expanding Popular Video Game Universe
Amazon MGM Studios has officially greenlit a Wolfenstein TV series, diving deeper into the realm of video game adaptations and further strengthening its position as a leader in this rapidly expanding entertainment frontier. Drawing from the blockbuster legacy of the Fallout TV show, the studio is set to revive another iconic gaming franchise with a television adaptation fans have long …
Exciting Xbox Games Showcase 2025 Set for June 8th: Anticipated Reveals and Xbox Dashboard Improvements Await
The gaming world is gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of the year: the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, scheduled for Sunday, June 8th. With a global audience expected to tune in, this year’s showcase promises major game announcements, exciting updates for the Xbox Series X|S dashboard, and a glimpse into the future of Xbox’s first- and third-party …
Microsoft Announces Massive Layoffs: 3% of Workforce Cut in 2025
Microsoft Announces Massive Layoffs: 3% of Workforce Cut in 2025Microsoft has announced a sweeping round of layoffs, cutting nearly 3% of its global workforce-amounting to approximately 6,000 employees-across various divisions and locations. These Microsoft layoffs marks the company’s largest workforce reduction since 2023, when 10,000 positions were eliminated as part of a broader industry trend toward operational efficiency and streamlined …