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22.09.25
Fifteen Years Later, Halo: Reach Still Divides Fans Over Canon
Fifteen years after its release, Halo: Reach remains one of the most debated entries in the franchise, as fans continue to question its place in Halo canon compared to Eric Nylund’s 2001 novel The
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Cancelled Perfect Dark Reboot Details Surface Amid Microsoft Layoffs
Newly surfaced documentation reveals details about the cancelled Perfect Dark reboot, including an eco sci-fi setting, Adrenaline System mechanics, and episodic release plans.
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15.09.25
Hideki Kamiya Reflects on Scalebound Cancellation and Publisher Differences
Devil May Cry creator Hideki Kamiya reflects on his experience with Western publishers, claiming Scalebound’s cancellation by Microsoft might have played out differently under a Japanese publisher
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11.08.25
Microsoft Confirms Ongoing Support for Forza Motorsport and Horizon 5, But Future Still Unclear
Microsoft reaffirms that Forza Motorsport and Forza Horizon 5 will keep getting updates despite major layoffs and uncertainty at Turn 10 Studios, but fans still want answers about the series’
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09.08.25
Rod Fergusson Steps Away from Diablo Leadership at Blizzard
Rod Fergusson, the longtime leader of the Diablo franchise, is leaving Blizzard after five years, marking a major change for the series just as it faces AI art backlash and corporate layoffs.
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08.08.25
Microsoft Stops Work on Xbox Exclusive Contraband
Microsoft has halted active development on Contraband, the long-awaited co-op open-world game from Avalanche Studios, marking another high-profile Xbox project shelved amid wider company cuts.
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05.08.25
Microsoft Announces the First Lineup of Games in Xbox Game Pass for August 2025
Discover which games will be the first to arrive in Xbox Game Pass in August 2025.
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31.07.25
Minecraft’s New Update Adds Copper Horse Armor and Brings Back a Scrapped Mob
Minecraft is finally making copper useful—and yes, there’s copper horse armor now. A scrapped mob makes a comeback, new gear gets added, and copper’s role is getting a long-overdue upgrade.
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30.07.25
Romero’s Shooter Canceled After Xbox Layoffs—But the Studio’s Not Giving Up Yet
John Romero's long-awaited FPS is now in limbo. After Xbox layoffs cut funding, Romero Games is searching for a new publisher. The future of the project—and the studio—is uncertain.
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12.07.25
Minecraft Bedrock Feels Like a New Game With These 5 Free Add-Ons
Explore how Minecraft Bedrock Edition becomes a whole new game with these free add-ons. From uncrafting mistakes to chaos-filled TNT, this roundup delivers must-try mods that change everything.
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28.06.25
Minecraft x LEGO Cancelled Project Brickcraft Finally Resurfaces—And It Still Shows What Could've Been
13 years after it was cancelled, Mojang’s LEGO Minecraft game—known as Brickcraft—has resurfaced online. Here’s why the “Minecraft x LEGO cancelled” story still matters in gaming history.
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15.06.25
Minecraft’s Vibrant Visuals Update Arrives June 17
Minecraft’s long‑awaited Vibrant Visuals update lands June 17, adding 3,000 new textures, dynamic shadows and volumetric fog. Bedrock gets it first; Java follows. Details and community buzz inside.
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14.06.25
Microsoft Is Done Making Xbox Consoles
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11.06.25
Xbox Rog Portable Console: Microsoft's First True Handheld Is Real and Actually Ambitious
Microsoft and ASUS are teaming up for their biggest handheld gaming move yet with the Xbox ROG Portable console. Here's what we know so far about the project, the hardware, and how it stacks up.
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19.05.25
Microsoft Reportedly Testing Steam Integration Within Microsoft Store
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17.05.25
Microsoft’s Next Xbox Handheld May Feature Switch-Like Docking — Launch Targeted for 2027
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15.05.25
Minecraft saddles are finally craftable, and yes, it only took 15 years
Minecraft finally adds craftable saddles after 15 years. With a simple recipe, one of the game's most elusive items is now in reach. Here's why it matters — and what it says about Minecraft's
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11.05.25
Microsoft Is Building the Next Evolution of Xbox Backward Compatibility
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10.05.25
Why the Handheld Xbox Feels Doomed Before It Even Launches
Microsoft says it's making a handheld Xbox to compete with Switch 2 and Steam Deck. But after years of shaky hardware plans and missed trends, do they actually stand a chance?
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07.05.25
First Look at Microsoft and Asus’s New Handheld Xbox Console, “Project Kennan”
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15.04.25
Nvidia Officially Reveals RTX 5060 Series: Starting at $299 and Poised to Shake Up 1080p & 1440p Gaming
New 8GB and 16GB GPUs arrive just in time for the next wave of PC blockbusters like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and Spider-Man 2 PC.
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10.04.25
‘Minecraft’ Movie Breaks Records with $163 Million Opening Weekend
*‘Minecraft’ Movie* dominates the box office with a $163 million debut, marking the year’s best opening so far. It’s a massive win for Warner Bros., surpassing expectations and setting new records!
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06.04.25
Microsoft Showcases Muse AI — An Early Look at AI-Generated Gameplay
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23.03.25
Minecraft Won't Go Free-to-Play – Mojang Sticks to Its Roots
Despite the industry’s shift towards battle passes and microtransactions, Minecraft will stay a premium game. Mojang says it’s “the best deal in the world.”
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11.03.25
Microsoft Rewards Announces a New $1 Million Contest
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23.01.25
Microsoft Showcases Upcoming Titles at First Xbox Developer Direct of 2025
Microsoft's Xbox Developer Direct unveiled Ninja Gaiden 4, South of Midnight, Clair Obsur: Expedition 33, and Doom: The Dark Ages. Exciting new games launch in 2025 – details inside!
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19.01.25
The Biggest Upcoming Games of 2025
2025 is shaping up to be a massive year for gaming, with major releases like Assassin’s Creed Shadows, GTA 6, Fable, and Elden Ring Nightreign on the horizon. Here’s a list of them all.
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12.01.25
Sonic Speed Comes to Minecraft with New Add-On DLC
Sonic speeds into Minecraft with a new Add-On DLC! Transform into Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Amy, or Shadow, use their powers, and race through iconic zones. Get it now on the Minecraft Marketplace!
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