Halo: Campaign Evolved Lacks PvP, Co-Creator Calls Omission a 'Misstep'
Halo: Campaign Evolved has launched without PvP multiplayer. Halo co-creator Marcus Lehto and players have criticized the decision, citing poor planning.
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Skatesterre Launches on Xbox Series X|S With Arcade Skating Focus
Headup and Goon Squad launch Skatesterre on Xbox Series X|S, bringing classic arcade skateboarding gameplay and pro skater Sterre Meijer to players.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Gets Permanent Xbox Price Drop
Konami has permanently lowered the price of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater on the Xbox Store, reducing standard and deluxe editions.
Future Knight Launches Across Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and PC
Studio Koba and Aeternum Game Studios' LCD-inspired 2D shooter Future Knight is available now on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and PC for £12.49.
Skatesterre Arcade Skateboarding Out Now on PC and Consoles
Skatesterre is available now across Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch for £11.99, bringing fast-paced arcade skateboarding and combos.
All Xbox Reveals From The Kinetic Publishing Showcase 2026
Discover all Xbox Series X|S announcements from the Kinetic Publishing Showcase 2026, featuring PRECOGNITION, Aether Wizard Life, and more.
Kaboomania Brings Retro Maze-Bomber Action to Xbox Series X|S
Kaboomania is available now on Xbox Series X|S for £8.39, bringing 1,000 levels, five themed worlds, and four-player local battles to modern hardware.
Mafia: Definitive Edition Receives Free 60FPS Upgrade on Xbox Series X|S
Digital owners of Mafia: Definitive Edition can now download a free, enhanced version for Xbox Series X|S featuring 60FPS and visual improvements.
Gears of War: E-Day Beta Weekend 2 Detailed With 10 Fixes and Tweaks
The Coalition outlines 10 improvements for the Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer beta weekend 2, featuring Lancer adjustments, hit detection fixes, and more.
Three Games Are Available Today Across Various Tiers of Xbox Game Pass
Discover the latest Xbox Game Pass additions for August 13, 2026, featuring Cricket 26, MIO: Memories In Orbit, and Sandustry across eligible subscription tiers.
Free Play Days Lineup Adds Sunderfolk and Gears of War E-Day Beta
Xbox Free Play Days for August 13-17 features Sunderfolk, Asdivine Cross, and the Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Beta for console players.
Forza Horizon 6 Leads New Xbox August Update With Cloud Save Restores
Xbox system update rolls out on August 12, 2026, bringing cloud save recovery for Forza Horizon 6, Xbox 360 game hubs, and cloud streaming for installing games.
Contact Protocol Announced for 2027 by Kinetic Publishing
Kinetic Publishing announced Contact Protocol for Xbox Series X|S and PC in Spring 2027 during the Kinetic Publishing Showcase Recap.
No More Room In Hell 2 Launches on Xbox Series X|S
No More Room In Hell 2 is available now on Xbox Series X|S. The 8-player co-op survival shooter features version 1.0 parity, cross-play, and proximity voice chat.
Subnautica 2 Experimental Build Now Available via Xbox Insider
Unknown Worlds has released the Subnautica 2 Experimental build for Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC, allowing players to test in-development content.
Xbox ZeniMax Layoffs Aftermath: Union Devs Reveal Chaos
Xbox ZeniMax layoffs leave union workers waiting as Bethesda staff face low morale, leaked schedules, and ongoing uncertainty over future job cuts.
Xbox Reveals Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition Controller
Xbox announces the official Gears of War: E-Day limited-edition wireless controller and Design Lab options ahead of the October 6 game release.
Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer is 30% Off on Xbox Series X
Get the classic arcade racer Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer for $11.89 on Xbox Series X. Includes new features like time attack, rewind, and save slots.
Xbox Unveils Two New Official Controllers For Gears of War: E-Day
Xbox has announced two official wireless controllers for Gears of War: E-Day, featuring a standard edition available for pre-order and a Design Lab option.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Performance on Xbox Series X and S
Analysis of Hell Let Loose: Vietnam performance on Xbox consoles, covering resolution, frame rate stability, and visual fidelity following the August 13 launch.
Bethesda Union Stages Protest During Xbox Leadership Visit
Members of the Bethesda Game Studios Union protested recent Microsoft layoffs by displaying 800 flags outside the company's Rockville, Maryland headquarters.
Xbox Fan Buys Unreleased Elite Series 3 Controller Prototype
An Xbox fan has reportedly purchased an unreleased prototype of the Xbox Elite Series 3 controller via OfferUp, following earlier regulatory leaks.
Xbox Game Pass Adds Ball x Pit and Wolfenstein 3D Today
Xbox Game Pass subscribers gain access to two new titles today, August 12, 2026: the roguelite Ball x Pit and the classic shooter Wolfenstein 3D.
Toy Story 3 Xbox Store Delisting Scheduled for September 2026
Toy Story 3 will be delisted from the Xbox store on September 29, 2026, ahead of the October release of its Complete Edition remaster.
Xbox Game Pass and the Future of Virtual Competition in 2026
Explore how Xbox Game Pass supports competitive gaming on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC in 2026 through titles like Valorant, Siege, and Call of Duty.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Review Roundup: What Players Are Saying
Recent reviews for Halo: Campaign Evolved highlight the faithful remake's technical upgrades, added missions, and mixed reactions to re-recorded dialogue.
Xbox Boss Sees The Elder Scrolls 6 Behind Closed Doors
Xbox boss Asha Sharma shares a behind-the-scenes look at The Elder Scrolls 6, praising its scale while Bethesda conceals the game's subtitle.
Bethesda Hints At Plans To Improve Xbox Version Of Oblivion Remastered
Bethesda has responded to player feedback regarding Oblivion Remastered on Xbox, hinting that Nintendo Switch 2 optimizations could come to other platforms.
Xbox Boss Asha Sharma Says Elder Scrolls VI Looks Great
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says The Elder Scrolls VI looks incredible during a Bethesda office visit as workers protest mass layoffs outside with a giant rat.
D.Mon Joins Overwatch 2 Roster in Season 4 Update
D.Mon arrives as the newest Tank hero in Overwatch Season 4. Learn about her kit and the latest seasonal update details for your platform.
Star Wars Zero Company Previews: What Critics Are Saying
Early previews for Star Wars Zero Company are in. Read what critics say about combat, story, and tactical depth in Bit Reactor's new tactics game.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Gets 20-Hour Runtime and File Sizes
Focus Entertainment reveals Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy offers a 20-hour campaign with 66GB to 76GB file sizes ahead of its Xbox Game Pass launch.
Eight Xbox Games Getting Delisted in August and September 2026
Eight titles are being removed from the Xbox store in August and September 2026. Here is the list of games and what you need to know about the upcoming delistings.
Xbox Removes Age Verification for Many Longtime Players
Xbox has begun telling many console owners they no longer need to verify their age, estimating adult account status based on time spent in the ecosystem.
Bounty Star Joins Xbox Game Pass Today for Series X|S, PC, and Cloud
Bounty Star arrives today on Xbox Game Pass for Series X|S, PC, and Cloud. Find out what platform tier it joins and what gameplay features are included.
GTA 6 Pre-orders: Take-Two Reports Strong Start for Ultimate Edition
Take-Two Interactive confirms strong pre-order interest in the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition, with details on pricing and what's included in both game versions.