Sources suggest that Xbox may be developing a fully native handheld console to expand beyond traditional home platforms. Prototypes for such a device are reportedly already in the works internally.
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Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has reaffirmed the company's commitment to bringing the full portfolio of Activision Blizzard, Xbox Game Studios, and ZeniMax games to Xbox Game Pass on day one.
While the App Store changes allow for cloud gaming services on iOS, Microsoft says Xbox Cloud Gaming won't be available yet because it can't be monetized through in-app purchases or web apps.
FFXIV will launch as an open beta in February, but players will need to pay for both Game Pass and the game subscription. The PlayStation and PC versions only require a game subscription.
Larian Studios provides a Baldur's Gate 3 update, stating that the Xbox version remains on track for a 2023 release before the end of the year. Split-screen will be excluded on Series S at launch.
The free trial for Activision's Crash Team Rumble team-based action game has all 10 maps from the full version, along with three heroes and two special powers. The free trial ends on August 14.
The upcoming sim game sequel from Colossal Order will let players set their new city in different parts of the world that will have different types of weather and temperatures based on their location.
Arkane's Harvey Smith confirmed that Microsoft canceled its plans for a PS5 version of the upcoming vampire-themed shooter Redfall after it acquired the developer's parent company ZeniMax.
Microsoft's indie games program for its Xbox consoles is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2023 and the company plans to continue to improve and expand its services in the months ahead.
The ID@Xbox Developer Acceleration Program will assist game creators that have diverse perspectives with information, porting services and even with creating prototypes for their games.
The Razer Wolverine V2, which has normal and RGB lighting models, offers a superior gaming experience for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC players, and you save money when you get it at Amazon.
Vigor Beta has been announced for all Xbox Insiders and the game can now be tested out and played. The beta comes to Insiders after the game was tested by select players in the closed beta.
We are only a couple months away from the start of E3 2018. It comes as no surprise that Microsoft is ready - giving users a sneak peek at some of the things that will be happening this year.