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.
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Forza Horizon 6 Hit by Massive Steam Leak as Unencrypted 155GB Preload Goes Live
Forza Horizon 6 fully leaks on Steam after an unencrypted 155GB preload goes live days before launch, sparking piracy and fan backlash.
Gaming Copilot Dies, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Confidently Pulls Plug on Console and Mobile
Xbox boss Asha Sharma is killing Xbox Gaming Copilot on console and winding it down on mobile as she reshapes Xbox to move faster and reconnect with players.
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?
Next Week on Xbox (March 9 to 13): Horror, Sports, RPG Epics, and Cozy Puzzlers Land on Series X|S
Fatal Frame II Remake, Monster Hunter Stories 3, WWE 2K26, MLB The Show 26, and more hit next week on Xbox Series X|S from March 9–13.
Xbox CEO Officially Confirms ‘Project Helix’ Next‑Gen Console That Plays Dynamic Xbox and PC Games
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirms Project Helix, a next‑gen Xbox that leads in performance and plays both Xbox and PC games.
New Xbox Era Feels Shady To Fans: Why Phil Spencer’s “Retirement” And Sarah Bond’s Exit Don’t Add Up
Xbox leadership shakeup has fans suspicious as Phil Spencer retires, Sarah Bond exits, and Asha Sharma takes over with few clear answers.
New Microsoft 365 OAuth Hijacking Campaign Dangerously Bypasses MFA: What Admins Must Do Now
A new Microsoft 365 OAuth hijacking campaign is afoot and bypassing MFA. Here’s how the attack works and how to secure your tenant.
ID@Xbox Developer Acceleration Program Highlights Inspiring Black Creators and New Games for 2026
Xbox is spotlighting Black game developers through the ID@Xbox Developer Acceleration Program with new titles launching in 2026.
Copilot on Windows 11: An Easy Beginner’s Guide for 2026
Learn how to launch Copilot on Windows, turn on “Hey Copilot” voice, use Copilot Vision, and sync your AI assistant across Windows 11 devices in 2026.
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.
Next Week on Xbox Brings Resident Evil Requiem, Towerborne 1.0, Tales of Berseria Remastered, and More
Next Week on Xbox (Feb 23–27) brings Resident Evil Requiem, Towerborne 1.0, Tales of Berseria Remastered, indies, simulators, and quirky new releases.
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.
Next Week on Xbox: Huge Wave of New Releases for November 24–28—Game Pass Surprises, Iconic Franchises, and Indie Gems
Get the scoop on all new games dropping the next week on Xbox Series X|S and Game Pass, November 24–28, 2025, including Terminator 2D, Primal Fray, and more.
Next Week on Xbox: All New Games for November 3-7, 2025 – Fresh Releases, Features & Prices
Discover every upcoming games coming next week on Xbox for Nov 3-7, 2025 with direct links, prices, and features for Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass, and Xbox One.
This Next Week on Xbox (Oct 13-17): Keeper, NASCAR 25, Blood West, and 30+ Other Awesome Game Releases
All the game releases for this next week on Xbox, Oct 12–18, 2025—dates, prices, and store links for Keeper, NASCAR 25, Blood West, Ember Knights, and more.
Xbox Game Pass October 2025 Adds Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, Ball x Pit, Supermarket Simulator, Baldur’s Gate I & II, and More for Epic Adventures
Check out every new Xbox Game Pass October 2025 addition, including Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, Ball x Pit, Supermarket Simulator, and more.
Horrifying OD – KNOCK Teaser Trailer Released: Kojima, Xbox & Jordan Peele Redefine Fear in Gaming
The OD – KNOCK teaser trailer, revealed on September 23, 2025, showcases Hideo Kojima’s latest collaboration with Xbox Game Studios—a disturbing, avant-garde horror experience powered by Unreal Engine 5 and cloud tech. This article explores the trailer’s harrowing visual themes, the star-studded cast, Kojima’s vision, and why the game is already captivating the horror community with its chilling innovation and …
Xbox PC App Gets Awesome Unified Gaming Library: Seamless Access, Enhanced Controls, and Cross-Device Play Arrives
Xbox PC App Brings Unified Gaming Library and Enhanced Experience to PC and Handheld Devices Microsoft’s Xbox division announced one of its most anticipated updates: a truly unified gaming library for Windows PCs and handheld gaming devices, accessible via the Xbox app. This release marks a significant milestone in Microsoft’s ongoing push to make gaming easier to access, manage, and …
Upcoming Xbox Game Pass October 2025: Thrilling New Lineup Revealed, 6 Must-Play Titles Incoming, Including Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, and Ball x Pit
Xbox Game Pass October 2025 adds Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, Ball x Pit, Bounty Star, Moonlighter 2, and The Outer Worlds 2.
Microsoft Rolls Out Exciting Full Xbox PC App Gaming to Arm-Based Windows 11 Devices for Insiders
Microsoft has announced a major step forward for gaming on Arm®-based Windows 11 PCs. Starting today, the Xbox PC app is receiving an update (version 2508.1001.27.0 and higher) that allows users to download and play games locally on Arm hardware for the first time, without relying solely on Xbox Cloud Gaming. Why This Matters Until now, Arm-based Windows 11 devices, …
Microsoft Cancels Contraband: Inside the Sudden Demise of Xbox Game Studios Smuggler’s Paradise
Back in E3 2021, Microsoft tantalized audiences with a cinematic trailer for “Contraband,” a co-op open-world smuggler’s paradise set in the fictional 1970s region of Bayan. Developed by Avalanche Studios, famed for the Just Cause series, Contraband was planned as an Xbox exclusive, with release scheduled for Xbox Series X|S consoles and Windows PCs. Despite initial excitement and its unique …
Microsoft cuts approximately 9,100 jobs in largest layoffs since 2023
Microsoft has confirmed a sweeping round of layoffs that will impact as many as 9,100 employees, representing roughly 4% of its global workforce. This latest move, announced on July 2, 2025 by the Seattle Times, marks one of the most significant workforce reductions in the company’s recent history and underscores a period of ongoing transformation within the tech giant. Xbox …
Hot Xbox Game Pass July 2025: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, Minami Lane, Ultimate Chicken Horse, and More – Ultimate Gaming Updates
Xbox Game Pass continues to redefine the gaming landscape with a jam-packed July 2025 lineup that caters to fans of action, adventure, RPGs, and quirky indie experiences. Xbox Game Pass July 2025 additions are headlined by the return of the legendary Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, alongside cozy management sim Minami Lane, chaotic party platformer Ultimate Chicken Horse, …