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Ubisoft continues freefall as publisher shutters free-to-play shooter XDefiant, reportedly closing studios

Ubisoft is shutting down free-to-play shooter XDefiant, with the game remaining playable for existing players until June 2025.

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Path of Exile 2 PC system requirements and specs: Can you run this hack and slash RPG?

The long-awaited Path of Exile 2 releases into Early Access soon. Check to see if your rig can handle the PC requirements.

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Path of Exile 2: Early Access release date, countdown, preloads, platforms, and everything you need to know

Path of Exile 2 is releasing soon. Here's everything you need to know about it.

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“… Consistent with an unfortunate trend:” Microsoft accuses FTC of improperly leaking confidential information about antitrust investigation, says to 'investigate yourself'

After a report last week that the FTC was opening an antitrust investigation into Microsoft, spanning from its cloud business to AI, Microsoft responded, noting it was unaware of such a case despite asking the FTC. Moreover, it asked the FTC to investigate itself regarding a pattern of target leaks…

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"We have relationships with our players ... We have to do it for them." STALKER 2 devs explain why A-Life 2.0 is broken, pledge to patch it after controversial removal of info from Steam page

In a new interview, STALKER 2 developer GSC Game World has explained why its A-Life 2.0 AI system isn't working and promises to fix it in a future patch.

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Forza Horizon 5's wintery final update of the year is here with 5 new cars, and New Year's celebrations are locked in

Playground Games has released the "Horizon Holidays Mix-Up" update for Forza Horizon 5, which is actually two updates in one (and is the final release of the year).

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STALKER 2's Patch 1.0.3 update is here and fixes a bug that's been driving people crazy — here are the patch notes

Just a few days after STALKER 2 got its first two post-launch updates, a third patch has been released. Here's what it brings.

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Rumored PlayStation handheld seemingly confirmed — here's what we know

After reports that Sony is working on a PlayStation handheld dropped last week, a Digital Foundry podcast seemingly confirms those reports.

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As Blizzard pulls Warcraft 1 and 2 from GOG.com, we have to ask, why aren't they on PC Game Pass yet? Why aren't dozens of Xbox's Activision-Blizzard games on Game Pass yet for that matter?

Warcraft 1 and 2 are being removed from the DRM-free GOG.com at the behest of Blizzard, for sadly obvious reasons.

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Elden Ring developer FromSoftware discusses what's coming next, and it's not "Elden Ring 2"

FromSoftware conducted a new interview recently offering some insights into what to expect next from the legendary developer that brought us Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Sekiro, and many more 10/10 bangers.

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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle's official launch trailer showcases new gameplay ahead of release

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle's official launch trailer has been released.

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Here’s When You Can Start Playing 'Indiana Jones And The Great Circle'

Dr. Jones' first gaming adventure in 15 years.

Inverse

Another Activision Blizzard gem is crashing onto Xbox Game Pass in *checks watch* two days

Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled is headed to Xbox Game Pass on December 4.

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'Halo 2' 20 years later: The sequel that changed gaming forever

Two decades on, Halo 2 remains one of the best video game sequels of all time. Here's how it became a monument to Xbox and sci-fi shooters.

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One of Xbox's best games in a decade is two weeks away from disappearing forever — but you still have time to buy it

Forza Horizon 4 is nearing its End-of-Life date, when it'll be delisted from all digital storefronts and subscription services. Right now is your last chance to buy.

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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle's launch trailer promises adventure and danger across Xbox and PC

The launch trailer for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is here, giving one last pre-launch look at the adventure players can take on Xbox and PC soon.

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From Conclave to Michael Kiwanuka – a complete guide to the week’s entertainment in the UK

Cardinal Ralph Fiennes picks a pope (and potentially an Oscar), and the Mercury prize winner returns with another intimate gem

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5 biggest new games launching in December 2024 for PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, VR and PC

December 2024 brings some exciting new releases across various platforms including the long-awaited Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Marvel Rivals.

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This 3-in-1 Black Friday deal is one of the best Xbox bundles I've seen yet

A controller, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and an Amazon Fire Stick? Not bad. Not bad at all

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STALKER 2 gets its first post-launch patch with 650 fixes in tow, including nerfs to mutants and improvements to Xbox gamepad deadzones

Patch 1.0.1 is a huge STALKER 2 polish pass updating various issues with the game, as well as tweaking balance for some of the game's biggest pain points.

Evening Standard

You can rent an RTX 4080 gaming PC in the cloud for £9.99 in Geforce Now’s Black Friday sale

The powerful gaming rig you’ve always wanted for Christmas is now within your grasp.

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"Google’s statement is deceitful. Shame on them." Epic CEO Tim Sweeney lays the smackdown on Google after its new statement that Microsoft was "always able" to offer an Xbox store on Android

Epic Games' Tim Sweeney is pulling no punches after Google issues a new statement on the long-awaited, long-delayed Xbox Android gaming store.

Benzinga

Microsoft's Xbox Game Store For Android 'Ready To Go Live,' Says Executive, But Legal Standoff With Google Halts Launch

Microsoft has developed its Xbox game store for Android but remains unable to launch the service due to ongoing legal complications, the company revealed Wednesday.

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"We are eager to launch and give more choice and flexibility to players": Microsoft delays new Xbox Android app features on Google Play due to court order

Microsoft had plans to allow users of the Xbox app on Android to buy and play games through the software, but they've been delayed due to an administrative stay.

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Baldur's Gate 3 is ringing in 2025 with new features and subclasses I've wanted since launch — here's Patch 8's release date for testing

Baldur's Gate 3's final major update is Patch 8, and it's coming next year. Here's what it will include.

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