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Diablo 4's massive 1.0.3 update is live now, here are the patch notes

Diablo 4's 1.03 update is here, and brings several buffs and quality of life changes to the ARPG.

Windows Central · Jun 27, 2023

Phil Spencer asked Microsoft's top brass to let Xbox buy Sega

Also considered Bungie and IO Interactive.

PC Gamer · Jun 27, 2023

Court emails reveal Bethesda's confusion at Microsoft's special treatment for COD while Starfield goes Xbox-exclusive: 'What's the difference?'

Bethesda execs weren't clear why its owner's approach to Activision was the complete reverse of its policy for Starfield and The Elder Scrolls 6.

PC Gamer · Jun 27, 2023

Xbox internal emails: Microsoft 'positioned' to 'spend Sony out of business'

The hearing between Microsoft and the FTC has brought countless revelations about Xbox's long-term business strategies. And some of these discussions were very aggressive.

Windows Central · Jun 26, 2023

Diablo 4 Season 1: confirmed release date, map changes, new content and Battle Pass

Be prepared for Diablo 4's debut season by knowing exactly what to expect and when it's scheduled to arrive

Daily Mirror · Jun 26, 2023

Xbox head says Microsoft bought Bethesda to stop it "skipping" Xbox

Phil Spencer, head of Xbox, has offered some surprisingly blunt testimony in the FTC's ongoing case against Microsoft.

TechRadar · Jun 26, 2023

I love Diablo 4, but I'm not playing its live service content

I just finished Diablo 4, and while I loved every minute I put into the game, I've already decided I'm not interested in the live service content.

Windows Central · Jun 25, 2023

Minecraft doesn't have a native PS5 version because Sony was "reluctant" to send Microsoft a dev kit

“I think Sony could have sent the kits to Microsoft just as easy as any other publisher," said Xbox boss Phil Spencer

GamesRadar · Jun 24, 2023

Microsoft tried buying Zynga prior to Activision Blizzard deal

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer says the company tried buying Zynga prior to the Activision Blizzard deal, but that ultimately it didn't work out.

Windows Central · Jun 23, 2023

Sony right to ‘not run the risk’ of sharing PS6 plans if Microsoft Activision deal passes

Activision might not have access to PS6 development insight if it is purchased by Microsoft

Daily Mirror · Jun 23, 2023