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As the video games industry continues to rely increasingly on online services and functionalities, there is an ever-increasing need to ensure that users of these services are safeguarded from harassment and harm. Microsoft has now released its first Xbox transparency review, revealing that over 33 million reports were made during …

Ever since its launch back in Autumn 2020, Microsoft Flight Simulator has continued to evolve with constant and consistent updates – not only improving performance and graphics over time, but also the amount of content. Now as part of the franchise’s 40th anniversary, Microsoft Flight Simulator is getting an update …

The Gears of War franchise has long been one of Microsoft’s biggest, with the Xbox console exclusive dominating the zeitgeist during the Xbox 360 era. To this day, the franchise remains strong, and in the wake of the announcement that a Gears of War Netflix film and animated series are …

Microsoft is taking the ongoing energy crisis very seriously. In addition to the recently introduced UI revamp on the power settings menu, Microsoft is seemingly working on power-saving modes to reduce energy consumption while gaming by sacrificing graphics quality. As reported by WindowsCentral, Microsoft is holding a survey for Xbox …

One year on from its launch, Halo Infinite is not in the best position currently. Thankfully, both 343i and Xbox are aware of this and are working diligently to try and right this ship. One way in which the team hopes to do so is through the release of a …

Playground Games' Fable reboot has been in the works for five years now, but there is still a long way to go before we finally see the game in action. Earlier this year, PlayGround Games appointed a new narrative lead for the project, and now, one of the senior writers …

We've hit the first Tuesday of the month, which means it is time for another Xbox Game Pass update. Over the first couple of weeks of November, we can expect ten more games to join the library, including the latest title from Obsidian Entertainment. While we've just passed Halloween, there …

Microsoft has been going all in on the PC market with its Xbox Game Pass service. This service requires the use of the Xbox app for Windows. Unfortunately, it is not very feature-complete especially when compared to other PC clients. That being said, according to Phil Spencer, a “Big” update …

While 2022 initially looked very promising for Xbox, a number of high-profile delays have left a pretty big gap in major first-party releases. Halo Infinite struggled out the gate and with Starfield and Redfall now coming in 2023, there is no major holiday season exclusive this year, a fact that …

Each month, those who are subscribed to Xbox Live Gold are able to get their hands on a number of free games. Ever since the launch of Game Pass however, the Games with Gold offerings have dwindled in value, with November’s games being rather paltry. Making the announcement on their …

Recently, we reported that the Head of Xbox Phil Spencer discussed the potential for its gaming products to increase in price. This statement has been met with some apprehension from fans and in the wake of this, Spencer has offered details on just how much the company is supposedly subsidising …

With Microsoft looking to acquire Activision Blizzard, there has been a lot of discussion around the popularity of Xbox Game Pass and whether or not Microsoft can become dominant in the market using the service. While Xbox Game Pass is currently profitable, Microsoft has observed a slowdown in growth for the …

Genshin Impact has been a huge success since its launch two years ago. In a short space of time, the game has already generated around $4 billion in revenue, and much to Microsoft's chagrin, the game is not available on Xbox. It might be too late to rectify the situation …

Earlier this year we saw Sony increase the price of its PlayStation 5 console in many markets, with inflating raw material costs said to be part of the reason why. In the past, Microsoft has claimed that it plans to keep its prices frozen at the current rate – though …

Ever since Xbox Game Pass first went live, the game subscription service has been met with scepticism by some due to its ‘too good to be true’ value proposition. That being said, according to Xbox’s Phil Spencer, Game Pass is doing just fine, with the service said to be profitable …

While Google had intended to drop Chrome support for Windows 7 back in 2021, the company ended up extending the window considerably. Now, Google is planning the final version of its popular web browser for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. After this last update, future versions will no longer support …

It has been roughly one year since Age of Empires IV launched on PC, bringing the long-running RTS franchise back out of dormancy. However, the game didn't quite live up to the legendary status of Age of Empires II, a fan-favourite in the series. This week for the series' 25th …

Microsoft and Sony have been locked in a back and forth regarding the Xbox manufacturer’s intentions to acquire publisher Activision Blizzard for almost $70 Billion. A secondary effect of this engagement is the fact that many ‘inside baseball’ details are being revealed. One new interesting tidbit claims that Insomniac Games’ …

Microsoft has in recent years been keeping its consoles up to date on a consistent and monthly basis, adding new features, removing old bugs and making the overall experience much better. For the month of October, Xbox owners will be privy to a number of new and convenient quality-of-life improvements. …

For years, Microsoft has offered players the opportunity to play their games using pro-level Xbox controllers, offering all things in the way of control customisability. Now, your Elite Xbox controller can match your personality, as Xbox’s Design Lab now features the Xbox Elite Series 2. Making the announcement on the …

Twice a month, Microsoft announces its latest line-up of games which are set for release on its Game Pass subscription service. The console manufacturer has now detailed the list of games which we can expect to see drop onto the service during the remainder of October. Making the announcement on …

Microsoft is currently battling with regulators to push through its record-setting acquisition of Activision Blizzard in a deal worth roughly $70 billion. Despite the massive piles of cash Microsoft has at its disposal, the company is still shifting things around, with plans for roughly 1,000 layoffs in the coming months.  …

Obsidian Entertainment’s relationship with the Fallout franchise can be traced all the way back to the inception of the very first game. Unfortunately, the studio has not made a Fallout title since the much-loved Fallout: New Vegas back in 2010. That being said, if given the opportunity, Obsidian Entertainment would …

DirectStogage 1.0 was released some months ago, introducing the ability to speed up loading times by accessing assets quicker. However, other interesting features are coming with more recent versions, namely the 1.1 feature update. Microsoft stated that this version will be accessible to developers by the end of 2022, so …

Video game consoles are much more than simple game-playing apparatus, they are multimedia systems offering games, films, shows, internet, and of course music. That being said, those subscribed to Apple’s Music subscription service have been unable to listen to music while gaming – at least on Xbox. Fortunately, this is …

We've seen a number of companies comment on Microsoft's pending acquisition of Activision Blizzard in recent months. The loudest voice in the room has been Sony, but we've also seen quotes from companies like Ubisoft, WB, Riot and others. Recently in an interview, Take-Two CEO, Stauss Zelnick, added his take …

Microsoft was never precise regarding how much money they make from Game Pass. We learned earlier this year that the service has roughly 25 million subscribers. Still, the various subscription models (including trials) make it hard to pinpoint an estimation of how much it generates over a year. Fortunately for …

Xbox Game Pass as a service has benefited a wide range of interested parties, from Microsoft themselves to the players and perhaps most of all, the developers. Such is the case with Torn Banner Studios’ Chivalry 2, which following its inclusion on Game Pass, has seen half a million additional …

One issue which many video game developers have come across at some point is the need to delist their games from digital stores due to expiring licensing agreements. One of the biggest culprits of this are racing games. That being said, despite Forza Horizon 1, 2 and 3 being delisted …

The Forza Horizon series has entertained fans for a decade now with fun and exciting open-worlds to explore and race in. Celebrating the series’ 10th anniversary, Forza Horizon 5 is getting a major update, featuring dozens of new additions. Making the announcement on their blog, Alan Walsh, the communications specialist …