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fromKotaku
19 hours ago

A Surprise PlayStation DRM Issue Is Worrying Fans

Sony has reportedly implemented a new DRM system requiring online validation for digital purchases every 30 days on PS4 and PS5.
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Call of Duty Will Soon Take On Battlefield At The Box Office

EA's Battlefield is reportedly attracting Hollywood's attention, with Christopher McQuarrie set to write, direct, and produce the adaptation, and Michael B. Jordan attached as a producer. The project is being pitched to various studios, aiming for a theatrical release.
Independent films
#meta
Digital life
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

The Digital Shift: How Consumer Habits Are Forcing the UK Entertainment Sector to Innovate

UK consumers now abandon apps that take longer than three seconds to load, reflecting a significant shift in expectations across various sectors.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

Unity And Index Exchange Unite Behind Gaming Data In Non-Gaming Channels

Unity and Index Exchange integrate to enable targeted advertising across multiple platforms using in-game audience data.
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Save Money By Turning Your Xbox Expansion Card Into An SSD For Your PC

The small form factor SSDs that Microsoft manufactures with Seagate for the Xbox Series X and S aren't proprietary, instead using a format that has been used with digital cameras for some time.
Gadgets
#xbox
fromWGB
2 days ago
Video games

Xbox Issues "We Are Xbox" Open Letter, Will "Reevaluate" Approach To Exclusives

fromWGB
1 week ago
Tech industry

Xbox Is Said To Be Having "very, very, very big discussions " About Exclusivity

Games
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Xbox cuts Game Pass prices but new Call of Duty games will no longer hit the service on day one

Xbox reduces Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass prices, but new Call of Duty games will not be available on launch day.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

'We Are Xbox': read the memo defining Microsoft's gaming future

Xbox has evolved to connect over 500 million players but faces challenges in features, pricing, and meeting new player expectations.
Games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gets a price cut but loses new Call of Duty games

Microsoft is reducing the prices of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass due to concerns about affordability and changes in Call of Duty availability.
Video games
fromWGB
2 days ago

Xbox Issues "We Are Xbox" Open Letter, Will "Reevaluate" Approach To Exclusives

Asha Sharma plans significant changes for Xbox, including a reevaluation of exclusivity and addressing player frustrations.
Tech industry
fromWGB
1 week ago

Xbox Is Said To Be Having "very, very, very big discussions " About Exclusivity

Changes may be coming to Xbox's multiplatform approach under new leadership, with discussions on exclusivity being a significant focus.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

The New Version Of Game Pass Is A Perk For Discord Nitro Users

Discord Nitro subscribers will soon receive access to Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition, featuring over 50 games and cloud streaming.
Games
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Xbox cuts Game Pass prices but new Call of Duty games will no longer hit the service on day one

Xbox reduces Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass prices, but new Call of Duty games will not be available on launch day.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

'We Are Xbox': read the memo defining Microsoft's gaming future

Xbox has evolved to connect over 500 million players but faces challenges in features, pricing, and meeting new player expectations.
#game-pass
Games
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Microsoft's Game Pass gets cheaper, loses launch day Call of Duty access

Game Pass subscriptions are reduced in price but will no longer include day-one access to new Call of Duty games.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Ex-PlayStation Exec Calls The Outlook For Xbox Game Pass 'Grim'

Game Pass faces scrutiny over its sustainability and pricing amid mixed industry opinions on its impact on game development.
Games
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Microsoft's Game Pass gets cheaper, loses launch day Call of Duty access

Game Pass subscriptions are reduced in price but will no longer include day-one access to new Call of Duty games.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Ex-PlayStation Exec Calls The Outlook For Xbox Game Pass 'Grim'

Game Pass faces scrutiny over its sustainability and pricing amid mixed industry opinions on its impact on game development.
Information security
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

GTA-maker Rockstar Games hacked again but downplays impact

Rockstar Games experienced a data breach by hackers demanding ransom, but the company claims it has no impact on its operations or players.
#roblox
Privacy technologies
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Roblox Can't Seem To Keep Anyone Happy Right Now

Roblox struggles to balance user safety and enjoyment amid criticism and regulatory pressure over its age verification and safety measures.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Roblox has games again

Roblox is returning to using the term 'games' instead of 'experiences' to better resonate with users and reflect its platform.
Privacy technologies
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Roblox Can't Seem To Keep Anyone Happy Right Now

Roblox struggles to balance user safety and enjoyment amid criticism and regulatory pressure over its age verification and safety measures.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Roblox has games again

Roblox is returning to using the term 'games' instead of 'experiences' to better resonate with users and reflect its platform.
#xbox-game-pass
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Report: Xbox Game Pass Could Soon Be Going Pick-Your-Own

Microsoft reduced Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price to $23 but removed day-one Call of Duty releases, with potential for customizable packages.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

Xbox Game Pass Could Lose Other Day-One New Releases Beyond Call Of Duty, Expert Says

Xbox Game Pass cuts prices but new Call of Duty games will no longer launch on the service.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Leak reveals new Xbox Game Pass "Starter Edition" that's part of Discord Nitro

Microsoft is launching a Discord and Xbox Game Pass partnership featuring a new Starter Edition with over 50 games and additional benefits.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

Xbox Game Pass "Pick-Your-Own" Plan Being Considered - Report

Microsoft is considering a customizable Xbox Game Pass plan to enhance flexibility for players.
Video games
fromGSMArena.com
3 days ago

Microsoft drops Game Pass pricing after user complaints

Microsoft is revising Xbox Game Pass prices, lowering two plans but removing day-one access to new Call of Duty titles.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Report: Xbox Game Pass Could Soon Be Going Pick-Your-Own

Microsoft reduced Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price to $23 but removed day-one Call of Duty releases, with potential for customizable packages.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

Xbox Game Pass Could Lose Other Day-One New Releases Beyond Call Of Duty, Expert Says

Xbox Game Pass cuts prices but new Call of Duty games will no longer launch on the service.
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will no longer support EA, Ubisoft, or GOG's third-party stores, and it is discontinuing subscriptions to Ubisoft Plus and Jackbox Games, canceling active subscriptions at the end of the billing cycle.
Games
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Microsoft Investigating Why Some Xbox 360 Games Don't Work On Series X

Xbox Support is investigating issues preventing some Xbox Series X users from launching select Xbox 360 games.
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Microsoft teases mysterious Discord and Xbox Game Pass partnership

Microsoft is partnering with Discord again as we continue to make Game Pass more flexible for our players. Some of you might start to see some code in the wild, and we will share more details with you all soon.
Video games
Artificial intelligence
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Microsoft's Copilot Might Come to Current-Gen Xbox Consoles This Year

Microsoft plans to bring Gaming Copilot AI assistant to Xbox Series S and Series X consoles later this year after nine months of public testing on other platforms.
Video games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Control: Ultimate Edition is out for the iPhone and iPad

Control: Ultimate Edition is now available on iPhone and iPad for $5, featuring full gameplay and DLC with optimized controls for touchscreens.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Marathon On Sale For The First Time Amid Free-To-Play Debate

Marathon is struggling with sales on Xbox, prompting discussions on aggressive user acquisition strategies.
Gadgets
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Microsoft adding Xbox mode to Windows 11

Microsoft is introducing Xbox mode to Windows 11 PCs starting April, creating a controller-optimized gaming interface across consumer devices including laptops, desktops, and tablets.
Video games
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

AI Dungeon maker Latitude unveils Voyage, a platform for creating AI-powered RPGs | TechCrunch

AI-powered RPG platform Voyage allows players to design unique gaming worlds and interact with unscripted NPCs.
Video games
fromwww.theverge.com
5 days ago

Fortnite developers can make AI characters now just don't try to date them

Epic Games introduces an AI conversations tool for Fortnite, allowing creators to develop unscripted, interactive NPCs for player engagement.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Overwatch On Switch 2 Is Much Better Now

Blizzard released a patch for Overwatch on Switch 2, improving performance but still lacking full potential compared to other platforms.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says company is 'long on gaming' amid rumors of 'sunsetting' Xbox due to AI

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella assures Xbox employees and players that the console's future remains secure despite AI industry shifts and leadership changes.
Information security
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Steam Hit People Playground Gets Hit With A Save Wiping Virus

People Playground's Steam Workshop was infected by a malicious mod that spread to other mods, wiping in-game saves and prompting immediate updates and mod deletion.
Marketing tech
fromGamesBeat
2 months ago

Brand integrations have surpassed owned worlds on Roblox and Fortnite | exclusive

Brand integrations on UGC platforms outpaced brand-owned virtual worlds in 2025 as advertisers favor measurable, lower-maintenance integrations over costly owned experiences.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Players Use Epic For Freebies But Then Just Go Back To Steam

Epic Games Store is popular for free games but struggles to compete with Steam and faces criticism for rushed projects.
Gadgets
fromWGB
1 month ago

Xbox Just Announced The Next Xbox, Confirms It Will Play PC Games

Xbox's new CEO Asha Sharma announced Project Helix, the next-generation console, via X post, revealing it will be a console/PC hybrid capable of playing Xbox and PC games.
Games
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Google Play Games for PC is getting more premium titles and cross-buy with Android

Google's Play Games for Windows enables Android games on PC through virtualization, but paid game support remains limited and requires developers to opt into cross-buy functionality.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The Technology Stack Behind Modern Gaming: Payment Infrastructure as Competitive Moat

Modern gaming platforms no longer win purely on content libraries, bonuses, or marketing spend. Competitive advantage is increasingly determined by the quality of the underlying technology stack, particularly payment infrastructure. This article examines how payment systems have evolved into a decisive moat for gaming operators, driven by massive investment, API-led architecture, advanced security engineering, cloud scalability, and the measurable financial cost of legacy platforms. Each section below explores a distinct technical pillar shaping competitive outcomes across the modern gaming ecosystem.
Tech industry
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Epic Is Reportedly Making A Disney-Themed Extraction Shooter

Epic is developing an extraction shooter featuring Disney characters, expected to launch in November.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Xbox Cloud Gaming's new design teases the future of Xbox console UI

Microsoft has started testing a refreshed web experience for Xbox Cloud Gaming that looks even more console-like. Xbox Insiders can now try out the preview UI, which includes updated navigation features, plenty of new animations, and a refreshed design. It all feels like a teaser of what's to come for Xbox consoles in the years ahead. The existing Xbox Cloud Gaming interface got its last major overhaul nearly two years ago,
Gadgets
Video games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Stormgate Adding Offline Mode After Server Provider Ditches It For AI

Stormgate will lose online multiplayer access due to server provider acquisition, prompting a shift to develop an offline mode.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Dispatch is coming to Xbox this summer

Dispatch, a narrative superhero game, will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC this summer as an Xbox Play Anywhere title.
#live-service-games
fromWGB
1 month ago
Video games

Remedy Steps Back From FBC: Firebreak but Keeps Game Alive, Adds A Friend Pass So People Can Play For Free

Video games
fromWGB
1 month ago

Remedy Steps Back From FBC: Firebreak but Keeps Game Alive, Adds A Friend Pass So People Can Play For Free

Remedy discontinues active development of FBC: Firebreak but ensures the game remains playable indefinitely with server maintenance, permanent price reduction to $20, and a free Friend Pass system allowing players to invite two friends.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Live-service games are a mess

Live-service games represent a new entertainment model focused on continuous content delivery, with Fortnite as the dominant success story, while most competitors have failed despite industry-wide pursuit of similar profitability.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Microsoft will finally let you turn off Quick Resume for individual games

Xbox Series X|S users can now disable Quick Resume on individual games, addressing a five-year community request for better control over the feature's behavior.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Xbox's Best Feature Gets A Fix I've Been Waiting For Since Launch

Microsoft is testing an update allowing users to disable Quick Resume on individual games to prevent login errors and performance issues with always-online and multiplayer titles.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

I Miss When Multiplayer Games Weren't Changing All The Time - Kotaku

A patch increasing gunshot volume in Marathon created a more aggressive multiplayer environment, prompting nostalgia for older games that remained static after release rather than undergoing constant balance changes.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Microsoft's 'Xbox mode' is coming to every Windows 11 PC

Microsoft seems more determined than ever to combine Xbox and Windows - to the point that its next-gen Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will play PC games too. Today, we learned Helix will go alpha in 2027. But the company isn't waiting for Helix before it points Windows gamers in the Xbox direction. Starting in April, it's bringing its full-screen Xbox mode to every kind of Windows 11 PC, including laptops, desktops, and tablets.
Video games
Video games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Microsoft's full screen 'Xbox Mode' will roll out to Windows 11 PCs in April

Microsoft launches Xbox Mode for Windows 11 devices in April, bringing a controller-optimized interface similar to Steam's 15-year-old Big Picture Mode to all Windows devices.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Console exclusives might be making a comeback

Sony and Microsoft are reversing their multiplatform strategy and returning to console-exclusive games after years of releasing titles across multiple platforms.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

PlayStation Looks Decisive Right Now While Xbox Merely Flails

The console wars died down not because any side won, but because it became irrelevant. Major games, seeking to make their gigantic budgets back, went platform agnostic. Where once companies had splurged on making consumers identify with specific console platforms, suddenly where you play games had become a much less defining factor.
Video games
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Everything You Need To Know About Marathon

Marathon, Bungie's new $40 extraction shooter, launches today on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC with full crossplay and cross-progression support.
Video games
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Why Final Fantasy is now targeting PC as its "lead platform"

Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy is being developed with PC as the lead platform, with 3D assets created at highest-quality PC standards before scaling down.
Video games
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

MS exec: Microsoft's next console will play "Xbox and PC games"

Microsoft's next Xbox console, Project Helix, will play both Xbox and PC games, signaling a shift toward a Windows-based platform rather than maintaining a walled garden approach.
Video games
fromVG247
1 month ago

Genshin Impact fans on PS4 only have six weeks to find another platform as support winds down with one final update

Genshin Impact is discontinuing PlayStation 4 support with Version Luna 6 on April 8, ending in-game purchases immediately and full access in six weeks.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

PlayStation is reportedly moving away from PC ports

PlayStation is shifting away from PC ports and cancelling Ghost of Yōtei's PC release, returning to console exclusives as its primary strategy after poor PC port sales.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Microsoft Says 'Project Helix' Next-Gen Xbox Will Offer PC, Console Gaming

Microsoft announced Project Helix, its next-generation Xbox console designed to natively play both Xbox and PC games, merging the two gaming ecosystems into a hybrid device.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

The Best Co-Op Games For Four Player Game Nights

Four-player co-op offers an ideal balance for multiplayer sessions, delivering diverse cooperative experiences that reward communication, coordination, and teamwork across varied game styles.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

Highguard Hits Nearly 100,000 Concurrent Players on Steam at Launch

Highguard launched to nearly 100,000 concurrent Steam players but drew mostly negative reviews and rapid player drop-off after its Game Awards reveal and quiet marketing.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Xbox is in danger. Will Microsoft fix it or kill it?

Microsoft replaced Xbox leadership with AI executive Asha Sharma, signaling major strategic changes for its gaming division after Phil Spencer's decade-long tenure.
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