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Microsoft announced price increases for all Xbox models due to memory shortages, but current Prime Day deals offer discounts on the Xbox Series X and Series S before the hikes take effect.
Microsoft is increasing Xbox console prices by $100-$150 starting August 1st, citing a component crisis and memory/storage price increases of over 2.5x.
Amazon Prime Day features discounts on Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox games and accessories, with physical copies and some digital deals available.
Xbox is shutting down Ninja Theory, the developer of the Hellblade series, as part of a broader reset at the company. Other studios like Compulsion Games and Double Fine are in negotiations to spin off.
Xbox plans to shut down Compulsion Games and sees executive departures as part of a 'reset' aimed at refocusing studio investments, according to reports.
Microsoft is reportedly considering spinning off its Xbox division into a separate company or subsidiary as part of a broader restructuring, including layoffs and reevaluation of next-gen console plans.
New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma and Xbox Studios chief Matt Booty have released a candid internal assessment detailing severe underperformance across Xbox, including low profit margins, overinvestment in acquisitions, and hardware supply chain issues, calling for a wholesale 'Xbox reset.'
Microsoft's Xbox division is preparing for significant layoffs next month, with CEO Asha Sharma warning of an 'Xbox reset' over the next 100 days. The cuts come amid a hardware component crisis, declining revenue, and a need for new business models.
Microsoft is rethinking its Xbox console hardware business models due to rising memory and storage costs, exploring partnerships, flexible pricing, and potentially ad-supported options to keep consoles affordable.
Microsoft has declared that upcoming titles Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will be Xbox console exclusives, reversing its earlier move toward multiplatform releases, while other games like Fable and Senua remain multiplatform, adding to the confusion over its strategy.
Summer Game Fest 2026 featured major game announcements including Sony's renewed focus on single-player epics like God of War Laufey, Microsoft's Gears of War: E-Day exclusivity shift, and confirmation of Persona 6 and FFVII Revelation, with many publishers avoiding a launch window near GTA VI.
Microsoft announced a limited edition Xbox Series X with a translucent green design to celebrate the console's 25th anniversary, featuring a matching controller with retro-inspired elements.
Fable will launch on February 23rd, 2027, after multiple delays, with early access starting February 18th for Premium Edition buyers.
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved built in Unreal Engine 5, launches on July 28th for Xbox Series S/X, PC, and PS5, featuring new prequel missions, 4K visuals, and co-op modes.
Microsoft announced that Gears of War: E-Day will be an Xbox console exclusive, not coming to PS5, launching on October 6th, signaling a return to exclusivity after a brief multiplatform period.
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 highlighted upcoming titles like Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, and Halo: Combat Evolved, while also revealing confusion over Microsoft's exclusivity strategy with some games coming to PS5 and others not. New Xbox leadership hints at a 'return of Xbox' amid broader changes.
Summer Game Fest 2026 covers the major gaming events from PlayStation, Xbox, and others, with industry challenges like console price hikes and the looming release of GTA VI.
The article analyzes the tough state of the console gaming industry, highlighting rising hardware costs, layoffs, and struggling live-service games, while noting that Xbox and PlayStation have an opportunity to prove their value at Summer Game Fest.
Asus announced the ROG Xbox Ally X20, a special edition handheld with an OLED screen, upgraded controls, and improved cooling, addressing key complaints about the original Xbox Ally X.
Microsoft has delayed the Fable reboot to February 2027 to avoid competing with Grand Theft Auto VI and other major titles in fall 2026. A new look will be shown at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.