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Xbox: Report Hints at Microsoft Exclusives, Like Age of Mythology, Gears of War and more, Coming to PlayStation

Aritra Bhowmick — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 10:38:00 +0000

The announcement regarding the game coming to PlayStation is likely to be made during a third-party event, such as the Summer Games Fest in June.

PlayStation is reportedly going to see Xbox-exclusive games coming to the platform, such as Hellblade 2, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and more.

According to a report by Windows Central, apart from the above-mentioned exclusives, other games like Age of Mythology, Gears of War 1 Ultimate Edition, and …

Xbox: Microsoft Reportedly Plans To Move Away From Console Exclusives

Aritra Bhowmick — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 13:27:00 +0000

The insider said Xbox exclusives like Hellblade 2 and Avowed could come to PlayStation.

Xbox exclusives won't be permanent, as revealed by an insider. Xbox exclusives are games that are only available on Xbox, such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Avowed, and more.

Windows Central's Jez Corden revealed over a series of Twitter/X posts: “Xbox won’t have exclusives going forward. Everything is …

Xbox: Insider Hints at a Microsoft Gaming Handheld Announcement for 2025

Aritra Bhowmick — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 09:18:00 +0000

Based on rumours, there will be no hardware announcements this year.

Microsoft is reportedly not making any announcements this year regarding the long-rumoured Xbox handheld, but a potential reveal could happen in 2025. The speculation regarding the Xbox handheld has been ongoing for quite some time, since Phil Spencer, the CEO of Microsoft Gaming, hinted at the possibility earlier this …

Xbox: Microsoft Launches New Xbox Series Consoles With Redesigned Motherboard, Cooling System, and More

Aritra Bhowmick — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:59:00 +0000

There are significant changes in the new Xbox Series consoles.

Microsoft has launched new Xbox Series consoles, which include the Xbox Series X 1TB Digital Edition, the Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Black Special Edition, and the Xbox Series S 1TB version.

Pricing

The …

Xbox: Microsoft Rolls Out Compact Mode, Game Management Options and More for All Windows PC Users

Aritra Bhowmick — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:20:00 +0000

Additional features and updates related to the Xbox mobile app are expected to arrive in the future.

Xbox has announced the introduction of the compact mode feature, initially available only to Xbox Insiders. However, it has now been rolled out to all PC players, along with management options and additional features.

As per as the official Xbox Wire announcement, the compact mode is available …

PlayStation and Xbox: Report Highlights Lifetime Global Hardware Sales Data for Both Gaming Consoles

Aritra Bhowmick — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:29:00 +0000

Sony recently launched the PlayStation 5 Pro.

According to newly revealed data, global sales numbers for PlayStation and Xbox Series consoles have been showcased.

The data comes from the Wall Street Journal, starting from the PlayStation 2 and Xbox era, the PS2 achieved sales of 155 million, while the Xbox sold only 24.7 million …

Xbox August 2024 Update Recap Focuses on New Features for Consoles, Controllers, and More

Aritra Bhowmick — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 07:13:00 +0000

The new updates look quite handy.

New Xbox updates for August have been rolled out, which include features related to cloud gaming, PC accessories, and more. Check out what's new below.

Xbox Cloud Gaming

Xbox previously announced a collaboration with Amazon Prime, allowing users to play games on Fire TV devices. The Xbox app is now …

Xbox: Leaks Hint at More PlayStation Ports; Indiana Jones and the Great Circle To Finally Get a Release Date at Gamescom 2024

Aritra Bhowmick — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 08:56:00 +0000

It seems like something big is about to arrive on PlayStation.

Several leaks have surfaced about multiple Xbox games coming to PlayStation.

There are rumours circulating online that Forza Horizon 5 is coming to PlayStation. Known leaker @eXtas1stv posted on X/Twitter, clarifying their GIF post and stating that Forza Horizon 5 will indeed come to PlayStation, though it's uncertain if it …

Microsoft: Compact Mode Arrives on Game Bar; Currently Accessible to Xbox Insiders

Aritra Bhowmick — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 12:05:00 +0000

This feature makes things much easier and faster.

There is some good news for PC users who use the Xbox Game Bar feature: Microsoft has announced the introduction of the Compact Mode feature to PCs. Previously, this feature was available only to Xbox App users.

Microsoft, in a recent Xbox Wire post, revealed details regarding …

Xbox Mobile Store Could Be Around the Corner As Webpage Surfaces and More

Aritra Bhowmick — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:07:00 +0000

This could essentially end Google's dominance over mobile gaming.

While mobile gaming on Android mainly relies on the Play Store for downloads, Xbox is planning a similar mobile gaming store, with recent developments making it even more promising.

Xbox began its mobile gaming efforts following its merger with Activision last year. A web page related to …

Xbox: Leaks Reveal Part of the Upcoming Wave 1 Game Pass Titles for August 2024

Aritra Bhowmick — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:05:00 +0000

Two prominent titles are expected to join Xbox Game Pass in August.

As July comes to a close, it’s time for new games to join the Xbox lineup. Additional leaks have partially revealed the August Xbox Wave 1 games, giving fans an early sneak peek.

The upcoming games for the Xbox August Wave 1 lineup, along with their respective dates, have leaked …

Xbox: Wired Productions Announces Custom Series X Giveaway for Its Upcoming Game and More

Aritra Bhowmick — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:14:00 +0000

We are not sure about the design of this one.

Wired Productions has partnered with TrueAchievements to give away a unique custom Xbox Series X (Meow Edition) wrapped in synthetic fur. This console giveaway coincides with the upcoming release of their game, Gori: Cuddly Carnage, launching on August 29, 2024, across multiple platforms including PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series …

Xbox Rumoured To Add New Tiers to Game Pass; Leaks Reveal Upcoming Wireless Controller

Aritra Bhowmick — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 11:38:00 +0000

A new wireless controller might be on its way.

Microsoft is rumoured to introduce additional tiers to Xbox Game Pass, alongside leaks suggesting a new wireless controller.

Reports from Windows Central’s Jez Corden indicate that Microsoft may add a cloud-based tier and an ad-supported tier to Xbox Game Pass. Corden wrote, “I’ve heard that Microsoft is …

Microsoft Is Reportedly Considering To Stop Marketing Xbox Consoles in Europe

Sanchay Saksena — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 08:50:00 +0000

Will only concentrate on other services.

Xbox has not been doing well in Europe recently. Earlier this year, reports of European Retailers stopping the stocking of Xbox Physical games started popping up. Now, it seems that Xbox itself is considering removing its consoles from the European market.

As reported by The Verge, Tom …

Xbox Is Bringing Cloud Gaming to Amazon Fire TVs With Rumours Hinting That Nvidia GeForce Now May Come to the Console

Aritra Bhowmick — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 12:17:00 +0000

Microsoft announced its Cloud Gaming partnership with Amazon at the end of June.

Microsoft has just announced its partnership with Amazon to bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to Fire TVs. The company highlighted that from July 2024 interested gamers can access their favourite Xbox games on their Fire TV without needing a console. However, they do need Fire TV sticks to get started. Besides …

Bengaluru Couple Order Xbox Controller From Amazon, Get a Live Snake With the Package

Rayan Sayyed — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 14:50:00 +0000

Quite Me(n)tal that the snake was Solid-ly Gear-ed to be stealthy in this dangerous adventure.

A Bengaluru couple who ordered an Xbox controller from Amazon India got a spooky and dangerous surprise when the order arrived with a live snake.

Reddit user "tanvi2002" shared their experience by posting a video on the IndiaGaming subreddit. The video showed a live snake inside the …

Xbox Has Reportedly Partnered With Panache Digital for a New Title

Sanchay Saksena — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 10:02:00 +0000

We want to hear more about 1666: Amsterdam.

Last week's Xbox Games Showcase was one of the best gaming showcase events of the year, and we can't wait to see more from the console manufacturer. Interestingly, their next venture has surfaced online, and it could be a new project with the original creator of the Assassin's Creed series. …

EpicDB Leak Reveals Upcoming Games From All Major Publishers; All You Need To Know

Sanchay Saksena — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Some of these could be fake too.

A massive leak has surfaced online, spilling the beans on all the upcoming projects from the industry's most popular publishers. The source of this leak is EpicDB, a database project that was shaping up to become something like SteamDB. This website's database has hinted at several unannounced games that could …

Xbox: New Update Brings Firmware Improvements and Subscription Management; More Game Reveals Hinted for Gamescom 2024

Aritra Bhowmick — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:46:00 +0000

Here are the highlights.

Microsoft has revealed changes coming to Xbox in an upcoming firmware update, which includes customisation updates and minor quality of life changes.

As highlighted in the Microsoft Xbox Wire Blog post, the new update includes changes to background customisation and personalisation options for players. Players can now …

Xbox President Confirms Development on Next-Gen Hardware, CEO Teases Handheld Device

Moulik Mathur — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 08:55:29 +0000

Also, CEO Phil Spencer suggests that players would get to play their games locally on the yet-to-be-officially-confirmed Xbox handheld device.

Microsoft’s Xbox division held a packed showcase, full of upcoming games that are arriving on the platform, with most of them playable for free on launch day with Xbox Game Pass. The overall reception from the fans has been positive for Xbox post the showcase, and with so many games …

Xbox Games Showcase 2024: Here Is Everything Major, Including Call of Duty Black Ops 6, Doom: The Dark Ages, New Console Versions, and More

Moulik Mathur — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 08:52:20 +0000

Team Green shows up big.

Project Latitude: More Details About the Rumored Plans To Bring Xbox Games To Rival Platforms Out

Aritra Bhowmick — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 15:10:00 +0000

Xbox Games Showcase, scheduled as part of the Summer Game Fest 2024

Microsoft's rumoured Project Latitude is aimed at porting its Xbox and PC games to rival platforms. According to reports, Microsoft is planning to bring more games to consoles like the PS5 and Nintendo Switch. As of now, it's still unclear whether which games are going to be included. Microsoft has …

Xbox Game Showcase Will Reportedly be 2 Hours Long

Sanchay Saksena — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 10:45:53 +0000

Might include more than 30 games.

The Xbox Game Showcase is set to take place on June 9, 2024, and it is a big day for the players as they can expect the biggest announcements to arrive at this event. The Xbox Games Showcase will be followed by a Call of Duty direct event, that will …

Xbox Games Showcase: Microsoft May Be Planning Another Surprise Launch

Moulik Mathur — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 07:16:12 +0000

It also looks like Xbox has changed the box art for physical copies of games.

New leaks are suggesting that Xbox will do a surprise launch of one of its first-party games at the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase, and the company will also be teasing their new Xbox Portable hardware. There are several games that Xbox has lined up such as Avowed, and Towerborne, and …

Xbox: Next-Gen Console Might Include an AMD NPU for Automatic Super Resolution and More

Aritra Bhowmick — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 10:30:00 +0000

Possible feature: a form of Copilot guiding players in-game.

Microsoft will reportedly focus on implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the next-gen Xbox consoles with the help of a Neural Processing Units (NPU). It is worth noting that we saw the mention of NPU in the leaked FTC documents around the next generation console.