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The console wars are back on, baby: Xbox CEO says 'we have to be very thoughtful' about console exclusivity on future releases

PC gamers may escape the direct impact of renewed hostilities, but we'll feel it.

PC Gamer

One of my all-time favourite JRPGs has been announced for the Xbox Game Pass lineup for June ahead of the Xbox Games Showcase

Microsoft has announced the Xbox Game Pass lineup for the first half of June ahead of the 2026 Xbox Games Showcase.

TechRadar

Persona 6 to be announced at Xbox Games Showcase, prominent Switch 2 leaker claims as rumored images circulate

"I don't think there's any way Persona 6 does not show up at this showcase," Nate the Hate claims

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Godot devs are getting a helping hand from Microsoft to bring their games to Xbox on PC

It's only a little step forward, but at least it's in the right direction.

PC Gamer

Halo Infinite is slipping down Xbox's most-played chart — but the Master Chief Collection refuses to be fragged

Halo Infinite has fallen to 49th place on Xbox's most-played games chart in the U.S., while Halo: The Master Chief Collection sits at 30th. Similar trends can be seen on Steam, where MCC continues to attract a significantly larger player base, raising questions about what Halo fans value most from…

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New Xbox CEO says successful platforms "must have exclusive content" and is "looking at that very closely" as Halo and Fable prepare to jump to PS5

Xbox will "learn from similar cases in the industry"

GamesRadar

As Xbox celebrates its 25th anniversary, I'm remembering some of the most memorable announcements for its consoles and games

With the Xbox Game Showcase drawing near, it's time to look back at some of the most memorable announcements and reveals for Xbox games and consoles in celebration of the brand's 25th anniversary.

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Xbox's CEO just defined her mission: "My mandate is not 30% accountability margins, it’s to be the number one."

It seems the historically high profit margins no longer apply to the new CEO.

Windows Central

Xbox CEO doubles down on exclusives, saying they remain central to defining the Xbox platform

Xbox chief Asha Sharma says exclusives still matter, reaffirming they’re part of the Xbox platform’s identity as the company refines its long‑term strategy.

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Xbox Series S is still a problem for devs, No Rest for the Wicked boss says it's the reason the PS5 version is out first: "Series S and mobile specs aren't too far apart at this point"

"We'll ship it after in a good way once it's optimized like crazy for Switch 2 and Xbox"

GamesRadar

“Too early to say” as Amazon walks back comments that implied IOI might not return for the 007 sequel

Amazon's comments about future James Bond games have raised concerns that IO Interactive may not be involved in a sequel to 007 First Light. Here's what was actually said, and why the situation may not be as worrying as it first appears.

Windows Central

Microsoft and Xbox just launched 41 new indie game demos you can play right now — check out everything new and upcoming from ID@Xbox

Thanks to Microsoft's new ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest, there are now tons of Xbox indie game demos available on console and PC until the end of June.

Windows Central

Xbox is once again making it easier for developers — this time it's targeting Godot, a favorite among indie creators

Xbox has introduced the Xbox Godot Sample, a new initiative designed to help Godot developers bring their games to Xbox on PC. The sample includes support for Xbox services, Microsoft GDK, PlayFab features, game saves, multiplayer tools, and GameInput integration.

Windows Central

Summer Game Fest 2026 preview: What to expect from this year's showcases

What's confirmed, and what might show up at Summer Game Fest, the Xbox Games Showcase, and the PC Gaming Show this year.

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How to solve GOALS ‘Finishing Install’ not working

Had to happen on launch day!

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Battlefield Hardline servers are about to shut down, killing the game for everyone — and it's not the only Xbox title that's dying

Several Xbox games are losing online functionality or support throughout June and July 2026, including Battlefield Hardline, Rec Room, Call of Duty: Warzone on Xbox One, and The Elder Scrolls: Blades. The growing list of shutdowns has once again sparked discussion around game preservation and the Stop Killing Games campaign.

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Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly sold 6.4 million copies — and the PS5 version hasn't even been released yet

According to estimates from Alinea Analytics, Forza Horizon 6 has sold 6.4 million copies across Xbox and Steam, with more than 6 million additional players accessing the game through Xbox Game Pass ahead of its PS5 launch.

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Forza Horizon 6 proves Xbox exclusives still move hardware — and the latest UK sales figures back it up

New UK sales figures suggest Forza Horizon 6 helped increase Xbox Series X|S hardware sales by 12% in May, bringing Xbox within 400 units of PS5 sales as Sony experienced a significant decline.

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Hopes fly for a new Persona 4 Revival trailer as the JRPG remake gets another age rating ahead of Summer Game Fest and Xbox Games Showcase

Is it time to make history?

Player One

'Fallout 4: Misery Island' Expansion Mod Brings New Content to Enjoy as Fans Await 'Fallout 5'

Fallout 4 has received a new expansion from its creators that brings brand-new content all centered around Misery Island.

Windows Central

Persona 5: Royal returns to Xbox Game Pass, and it's bringing with it some cosy and survival titles for Xbox Game Pass's first June 2026 batch of games

Microsoft has announced the first wave of new Xbox games being added to Xbox Game Pass in the first half of June 2026. Among those games is Persona 5: Royal, which is making a return to the service after leaving it in 2023.

PC Gamer

For the sixth year running, Dontnod honors Pride Month by giving away an award-winning adventure game

Tell Me Why is free on Steam and Xbox for the duration of June.

TechRadar

'They're building real momentum and player trust' — This former Xbox exec is a big fan of recent rebrand

Former Microsoft Game Studios executive producer Laura Fryer thinks Xbox's decision to listen to fans and instantly rebrand was a smart move.

Windows Central

A chaotic legacy is reborn with Stuntman: Hollywood and with my favorite movie of all time on board I think it's my new most anticipated game

Stuntman: Hollywood dropped jaws at the PlayStation State of Play by bringing Back to the Future, Fast and Furious and other famous franchises with it, and it's coming to Xbox and PC, too.

Windows Central

Behold: Every Xbox and PC game that refused to be overshadowed by Marvel's Wolverine at Sony's June 2026 State of Play

Sony's June 2026 State of Play may have been dominated by PlayStation 5 exclusives, but there were plenty of multi-platform games announced at the event that every Xbox and PC player should know about.

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