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.
XBOX Game Studios
XBOX Game Studios is an American video game publisher based in Redmond, Washington, established in March 2000 as a spin-off from an internal Games Group within Microsoft. It was initially created for the development and publishing of video games for Microsoft Windows but has since expanded its operations to include games and other interactive entertainment for Xbox platforms, other desktop operating systems, Windows Mobile and other mobile platforms, web-based portals, and other game consoles. Formerly known as Microsoft Studios, Microsoft Game Studios, and Microsoft Games, XBOX Game Studios is part of the Microsoft Gaming division, led by Asha Sharma, the division’s chief executive officer.
Microsoft Build 2026: What XBOX And PC Gamers Should (And Clearly Shouldn’t) Expect
Build 2026 is light on Xbox, with no Copilot Gaming and no gaming sessions, but plenty of AI tools that game devs can still use.
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.
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.
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.
Next Week on Xbox: 5 Standout Games You Shouldn’t Miss (April 20–24), Including Kiln, Tides of Tomorrow, and More
From pottery brawls to time-bending mysteries, here are the top 5 games you should play next week on Xbox, April 20–24.
Xbox Games Showcase 2026 Dated for June 7 With Gears of War: E‑Day Direct and FanFest’s Big Return
Xbox Games Showcase 2026 airs June 7 with a Gears of War: E‑Day Direct and Xbox FanFest returning for the brand’s 25th anniversary.
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.
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!
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.
Stranger Things Takes to the Skies: Netflix and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Unite in a Dark, Atmospheric Expansion
Fly over Hawkins in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024’s new Stranger Things Expansion. A chilling crossover with Netflix’s hit series takes players into the Upside Down.
Forza Horizon 6 in Japan: Everything Amazing Revealed at Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 – World, Culture, Seasons, and Car Scene
Forza Horizon 6 confirmed for 2026, set in Japan. Discover locations, car culture, seasons, gameplay, and next-gen world-building 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 …
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 Insiders Unlock New Ways to Stream and Play: Game Pass Expands Cloud Gaming, PC Access, and Advanced Features in August 2025
Xbox Insiders Can Stream and Play in New Ways with Xbox Game Pass Starting Today Microsoft continues to push the boundaries of cross-device gaming, and today, the evolution of Xbox Game Pass takes another leap forward. As of August 27, 2025, Xbox Insiders—dedicated testers shaping the Xbox experience—can take advantage of sweeping updates that expand streaming and play options across …
HELLDIVERS 2 and Gears of War: Reloaded Blast Onto Xbox Game Pass Today August 26th
Xbox Game Pass subscribers are in for an exciting week, as both HELLDIVERS 2 and Gears of War: Reloaded officially launch on the platform today, August 26th, ushering in a wave of highly anticipated releases. Building on the momentum from recent Xbox Game Pass additions, Microsoft aims to further cement its reputation for delivering value and innovation to gamers worldwide. …
Exciting Battlefield 6 Open Beta Week 2: Full Playlist, Custom Search, and How to Play on Xbox Game Pass
Starting today and running through August 14–17, 2025 marks the second weekend of the Battlefield 6 Open Beta, and this time the developers at Battlefield Studios are shaking things up with expanded playlists, a brand-new Custom Search feature, and more options for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC players. Following an action-packed first beta weekend, developers confirmed via the official Battlefield blog …
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 …
Next Week on Xbox: Every New Game You Could Ever Want Coming July 28th – August 1st, Including Grounded 2, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, and More
Xbox gamers, get ready! The upcoming week is stacked with fresh, innovative titles dropping across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass. Whether you’re looking for a high-stakes action epic, a cozy RPG, frantic co-op, or head-scratching puzzles, there is something for every player. In this comprehensive round-up, you’ll find previews for every single new game landing next …
Major Xbox Layoffs 2025: Microsoft Shuts Down The Initiative, Cancels Perfect Dark and Everwild
As reported by Windows Central, Microsoft has announced the closure of its high-profile Xbox studio, The Initiative, and the cancellation of several major projects, including the long-awaited Perfect Dark reboot and Rare’s Everwild. This move comes as part of a sweeping round of Xbox layoffs 2025 that will see approximately 9,100 employees—about 4% of Microsoft’s global workforce—lose their jobs, with …
The Elder Scrolls Online Reveals Exciting New Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 and Releases Update 46 Across All Platforms
The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) has rolled out one of its most anticipated content updates of 2025: Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 and the free Update 46, now live on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, Mac, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. This dual release marks a significant change for the long-running MMORPG, …
Next Week on Xbox: Towerborne, SubwaySim 2, MotoGP 25, and More Epic Games to Arrive April 28th–May 2nd
Gamers are in for a treat next week on Xbox as a wide variety of new titles are set to launch across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and Game Pass. From immersive simulators and narrative-driven adventures to arcade puzzlers and heart-pounding action, the week of April 28th to May 2nd offers something for every type of player. Here’s …
Microsoft confirms Fable reboot delay to 2026, reveals brand new pre-alpha gameplay footage that promises to take your breath away
Microsoft has officially announced that the highly anticipated Fable reboot has been delayed from its previously announced 2025 release window to 2026. The announcement came during the latest episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, where Craig Duncan, head of Xbox Game Studios, shared the updated timeline for the fantasy RPG’s return. The Fable reboot delay announcement “We previously announced the …