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What is the 'Xbox Series Z' and does it exist?

People chatter about the future of Xbox and the Series Z, but that doesn't mean it's a real thing. Does the Xbox Series Z exist?

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What does Microsoft's big NetEase-Blizzard partnership mean for Xbox? An analysis.

With NetEase and Microsoft buddying up more than ever before, Blizzard has once again seen its titles return to one of the world's most lucrative gaming markets. To that end, we spoke to Daniel Ahmad of Niko Partners to learn more about what this partnership means for Microsoft, and by…

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Bethesda Game Studios and Prime Video's Fallout TV series renewed for Season 2

The Fallout TV series is renewed for Season 2 as it's become one of the most-viewed shows ever on Prime Video.

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Microsoft Gaming's Blizzard Entertainment games are coming back to China thanks to a new deal with NetEase, while also 'exploring ways to bring more new titles to Xbox'

Microsoft Gaming and Blizzard Entertainment reach a new deal with NetEase to bring Blizzard games back to China, while "exploring ways to bring more new titles to Xbox."

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Rumor: A white digital Xbox Series X has leaked

Images of a white digital Xbox Series X have leaked, indicating a refreshed version of the console might be on the way.

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Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer wants PC gaming stores on Xbox

In an interview, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer that he'd like to see PC gaming stores on Xbox consoles.

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Xbox is expanding its multiplatform strategy, and it should have arrived soon enough to save Halo Infinite

Opinion | Before 343 Industries scaled back development of Halo Infinite, the Xbox exclusive should have lined up alongside Grounded and Sea of Thieves for release on PS5

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Xbox head Phil Spencer says Call of Duty IS coming to Game Pass, and Microsoft will continue to support physical discs

Speaking on a number of topics, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer confirmed that Call of Duty will be coming to Xbox Game Pass.

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Windows Central Podcast #340: Windows 11 version 24H2 confirmed!

On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the Windows 11 version 24H2 being confirmed, and more!

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Don't hold your breath for an iPhone Xbox Game Pass Cloud Gaming app

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer rules out Xbox Cloud Gaming on the App Store, for now.

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Head of Xbox Phil Spencer says he can't 'rule out' Indiana Jones and Starfield coming to PS5

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer reveals his plans for Xbox's future including PS5 releases and hardware plans.

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Reaction: Xbox threads the needle for an evolving strategy

During an episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Microsoft Gaming executives threaded the needle to share a new vision for Xbox that doesn't abandon what came before.

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4 Xbox games are on the way to other platforms, Phil Spencer confirms

Head of Microsoft Gaming Phil Spencer has confirmed that four Xbox games are on the way to other platforms.

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Diablo 4 is coming to Xbox Game Pass this March, more Activision Blizzard games to follow [UPDATED]

Microsoft has announced that Diablo 4 is headed to Xbox Game Pass, with other Activision Blizzard games on the way, too.

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Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer confirms some Xbox games are headed to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch

During a new episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer confirmed that four Xbox games are coming to other platforms.

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Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer to discuss the future of the Xbox business via the Official Xbox Podcast on Thursday

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer will be discussing the future of Xbox on an episode of the Official Xbox Podcast on Feb. 15, 2024.

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Poll: Should Microsoft's games be console exclusive to Xbox?

Recent rumors and reports have sparked debate about Xbox exclusive games. We want to know what you think the company should add its games to other consoles or maintain Xbox exclusivity.

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Why are Starfield, Indiana Jones and more Xbox exclusives coming to PS5? (report)

Rumors are heating up about a slew of Xbox exclusives coming to PS5 including Starfield, Indiana Jones and more. Here's what this shift could mean for console gamers.

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Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer: Xbox is planning a 'business update event' for next week

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer confirms that a "business update event" for the Xbox brand is coming next week.

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Former Call of Duty executive Johanna Faries is the new president of Blizzard Entertainment

Johanna Faries, a former Call of Duty executive at Activision Blizzard, is the new president of Blizzard Entertainment.

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Microsoft's gaming division undergoes layoffs after Activision Blizzard acquisition

Microsoft Gaming announces layoffs of approximately 1,900 roles, representing 8.6% of its workforce, as part of integrating Activision Blizzard.

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Microsoft cuts 1,900 jobs at Activision Blizzard and Xbox, Blizzard president Mike Ybarra leaves the company, and the studio's survival game has been cancelled

Layoffs continue to tear through the video game industry, after an already difficult year in 2023.

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Microsoft cutting 1,900 gaming staff in post-Activision Blizzard deal layoff round

The Verge claims the tech giant is planning to cut around 8% of its 22,000-strong gaming workforce

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Microsoft announces layoffs at gaming division with 1900 jobs cut across Activision Blizzard, Xbox Game Studios, and ZeniMax Media

More layoffs are hitting across the gaming industry, with Microsoft cutting 1900 jobs out of the greater Xbox organization.

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What to expect from Xbox Series X in 2024: Massive AAA exclusives, a banner year for Game Pass, and new hardware

Opinion | 2024 is the year where Xbox Game Pass will become unstoppable, and where Microsoft finally delivers on its commitment to deliver trend-setting first-party exclusives

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