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Xbox could make Game Pass cheaper, and even bundle it with Netflix
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is reportedly exploring cheaper Game Pass tiers and a possible Netflix bundle, according to new reports.
Microsoft’s next Xbox console is Project Helix, and it will run PC games too
Microsoft confirms that its next Xbox console, Project Helix, will focus on performance and support both Xbox and PC games.
Warframe heads to Switch 2 in March with major free update
Warframe is launching on Switch 2 in March alongside a massive free update featuring improved graphics, faster load times, and expanded content tailored for both newcomers and veterans.
Xbox Game Pass just dropped one of its hottest waves yet
Xbox Game Pass March 2026 Wave 1 includes Cyberpunk 2077, EA Sports F1 25, and Hollow Knight: Silksong, delivering one of the subscription service’s strongest lineups in recent memory.
Is the Xbox ending? Don’t count on it yet
A viral claim about the “end of Xbox” is spreading, but Microsoft’s strategy suggests the brand is evolving, not disappearing.
New Xbox leadership commits to consoles and first-party games
In their first interview since taking over, new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty pledge commitment to consoles, first-party studios, and creative culture.
Microsoft’s shift could affect your next console purchase
Xbox founder Seamus Blackley cautions that Microsoft could deprioritize consoles in favor of AI, raising concerns about Xbox’s long-term future under new leadership.
Xbox might turn Game Pass Ultimate into a mega bundle
Microsoft may bundle World of Warcraft, Fallout 1st, and Minecraft Realms subscriptions into Game Pass Ultimate, making the $30 tier far more valuable.
Microsoft’s new gaming chief makes bold promises about AI in gaming
Microsoft names former AI products head Asha Sharma as its gaming chief, and she has sparked heated debate over her professional journey and AI's role in the gaming ecosystem.
Phil Spencer is leaving Microsoft as Xbox chief as new head draws future strategy
Phil Spencer is leaving alongside Sarah Bond, while Asha Sharma steps into the role of Executive Vice President and CEO of Microsoft Gaming.
Your Xbox Game Pass library is getting a serious upgrade with The Witcher 3, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and more
Microsoft has revealed the full list of titles heading to your Xbox Game Pass library in the second February 2026 wave, and it's packed with major releases.
Microsoft could merge Xbox PC Game pass with its priciest bundle
Microsoft is reportedly considering merging PC Game Pass into its most expensive Xbox Game Pass tier, potentially streamlining tiers while nudging more players toward a higher-priced, all-in-one subscription.
Your next Xbox might not even be made by Microsoft
Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox may launch in 2027 with Windows 11 and OEM-built devices, offering multiple prices and form factors.
Forza, Halo, Gears, and Fable anchor Xbox’s massive 2026 roadmap
Microsoft is preparing its busiest Xbox year yet, with new Forza, Halo, Gears of War, and Fable titles all scheduled across 2026 in a coordinated first-party release push.
AMD chief hints a new Xbox console might land in 2027
AMD CEO Lisa Su hints the next Xbox could launch in 2027, revealing why custom chips take years and what upgrades gamers can expect from Microsoft's next console.
Your Fable reboot preview is here, open world Albion looks gloriously chaotic
Fable’s extended preview outlines a bigger, more reactive Albion, with open-world freedom, reputation-driven consequences, and flexible “style-weaving” combat, all heading to PS5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC in autumn 2026.
Your next road trip is booked: Forza Horizon 6 comes this May
Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19, 2026 for Xbox and PC, with a PlayStation 5 version confirmed for later this year.
Your ARM Windows laptop just became a gaming machine
Microsoft’s Xbox app is now available on Windows 11 ARM PCs, with over 85 % of Game Pass games supported natively.
You might want to grab a Switch 2 now to avoid a price hike later in 2026
Nintendo's Switch 2 could see a price hike in 2026 as rising memory costs, tariffs, and market pressures loom, prompting early buyers to wonder whether now is the cheapest time to jump in.
Microsoft may soon let you stream your Xbox games for free, with ads and playtime limits
Microsoft could soon launch its rumored ad-supported tier for Xbox Cloud Gaming, with notices already appearing prematurely for some gamers.
The Forza Horizon 6 release date leak looks real, but don’t lock your plans yet
A Forza Horizon 5 pop-up hints at a mid-May 2026 Forza Horizon 6 launch, but it hasn't shown up widely. Here's why you should wait for Xbox Developer Direct on January 22.
All cross-platform games (PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, Switch 2, PC)
A lot of games support cross-platform play now, but it's hard finding all of them in one spot. We did the digging to make a list of all cross-platform games.
Why PlayStation 6 and Xbox Might Arrive After 2028
Surging RAM prices and shortages could delay the PlayStation 6 and next Xbox consoles beyond their expected 2027-28 release windows.
