Larian Studios finds unexpected wins from squeezing epic gameplay into weaker hardware
Apparently, getting Baldur's Gate 3 to work on the markedly weaker Xbox console will yield benefits across all platforms.
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Spawn woes spark map removals in latest Call of Duty
In other news, Activision Blizzard would like to remind the millions of Call of Duty fans out there that water is wet.
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Modern Warfare 3 shows “hidden” toll of sticking to a yearly release cycle
As much as hardcore gamers love to brag about how fast they finish, this isn't a good look for Activision Blizzard.
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Sony’s much slimmer next-gen gaming experience has officially arrived
As far as launch bundles go, Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 aren't the worst ideas.
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Unlock virtual rewards in Call of Duty with your next Burger King meal
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 marks the second year in a row that Activision Blizzard and Burger King have teamed up.
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Microsoft wants to use AI to reshape your gaming experience
The heated debated over AI use isn't exclusive to Hollywood - the video game industry is just as vulnerable to it if not more so.
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Phil Spencer wants to transform old console rivalries into unexpected friendships
After buying Activision Blizzard and ZeniMax Media, Phil Spencer insists that Xbox is all about inclusivity.
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Could Blizzard be bringing its popular MMO to new platforms?
We know Microsoft promised to make Call of Duty available on all platforms, but just like with Starfield, Warcraft isn't part of the package.
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The internet is review bombing the wrong Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
To be fair, Activision can only blame itself for releasing two games with the same name just 12 years apart.
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Phil Spencer guarantees that Xbox Game Pass remains free for Microsoft employees
We still aren't sure why the internet needs to know about this, but it's at least another feather on Phil Spencer's cap.
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Can Mauga help save Overwatch 2?
Microsoft and Activision Blizzard definitely aren't thinking about a premium voice pack featuring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson for Mauga.
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A controversial Call of Duty surprise waits for gamers on their Xbox
Apparently, this has been going on for a while, but Microsoft's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 marketing efforts seem particularly excessive.
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Was Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 always a premium-priced DLC?
When there's smoke, there's fire, and as much as Activision would probably deny it, there's undeniable proof of the earlier DLC allegations.
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Activision has finally released Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
The launch of the official Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 campaign trailer marks the start of the Early Access period of the game.
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Bethesda adding DLSS to Starfield after fan outcry
Despite criticisms, Starfield remains a success for Bethesda, achieving records in player counts and new Game Pass subscriptions.
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Modders unleash dormant space stations in Starfield
Starfield continues to draw flack over the internet for its lack of content and this "hidden" code hasn't helped at all.
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Gears of War creator calls out Phil Spencer to green light a reboot
Cliff Bleszinski recently vocalized his vision for the future of the franchise- a reboot inspired by none other than God of War. In a candid...
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Microsoft is cracking down on unofficial Xbox gear
Microsoft has an incentive to crack down on cheat devices more than ever now that it owns Overwatch, Call of Duty, and Diablo, among others.
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Xbox Series S No Longer the Affordable Option in Brazil
Microsoft's reasoning behind the price increase remains unclear, leaving Brazilians confused and fearful about future price increases.
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Starfield’s Charm Fades Amidst Vocal Fan Disenchantment on Steam
Starfield is right up there alongside Diablo 4 as the most criticized best-selling games in recent memory.
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A New Dawn for Xbox as Sarah Bond and Matt Booty Step Up
Matt Booty's promotion, in particular, is seen as a move that helps guarantee that Microsoft's first-party exclusives are up to standards.
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Could Limiting Starfield’s Universe Have Made It a Masterpiece?
According to Bruce Nesmith, Bethesda thought about limiting Starfield to "two dozen solar systems", but ultimately decided against it.
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Starfield Becomes an Xbox Powerhouse Amidst Mixed Reviews
It may have taken Xbox a while to find its footing but, thanks largely to Starfield, it finally has a chance against Sony and Nintendo.
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Bruce Nesmith Spills The Beans on The Elder Scrolls 6
Bethesda Game Studios' long-time director, Todd Howard, prefers to there only be six months between a game's announcement and its release.