The Latest Breaking News from Xbox

Xbox boss Asha Sharma won't confirm whether Project Helix has a disc drive: "We have to be thinking about efficiency and affordability"

"I know players love physical media, and I know there's a lot of benefits in digital media"

GamesRadar · Aug 26

Here's every major Xbox and PC announcement we've rounded up from the Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026

Future Games Show has arrived at Gamescom, and it's giving the spotlight to over 40 Xbox and PC video games. With so many games to keep track of, we're rounding up all the biggest announcements in one place.

Windows Central · Aug 26

Xbox announces disc-to-digital conversion plan as part of its "commitment to game preservation," and while it's a good idea the red flags have me scared

"As technology, devices, and distribution continue to evolve, preserving access to the games people own matters more than ever"

GamesRadar · Aug 26

State of Decay 3 isn't dead, as Xbox confirms it's still coming to Game Pass, and it's hosting closed beta tests later this year

After months of fans worrying about State of Decay 3's future, Microsoft has laid their fears to rest by confirming it's still coming to Xbox Game Pass while announcing upcoming closed beta tests that are now open for registration.

Windows Central · Aug 26

Ikea's new Xbox thumbstick stool isn't quite as absurd as you might think

Ikea has announced its collaborative collection with Xbox, including a strange thumbstick stool that actually makes a lot of sense.

GamesRadar · Aug 26

Everything we know about The Witcher 3 Remastered: Release date, changes, free content, and more

Proper remaster for the 2015 Game of the Year.

Dot Esports · Aug 26

Xbox Play Anywhere is spreading like wildfire, and this impressive Dungeons & Dragons action-RPG is its latest beneficiary

Wizards of the Coast unveiled the first gameplay trailer for Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons during Gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live. If you're into dark action-RPGs or enjoy the Warlock class in Dungeons & Dragons, you may want to keep this Xbox/PC title on your wishlist.

Windows Central · Aug 26

How to preload Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta on all platforms

Plunge into action as soon as the MW4 Open Beta starts.

Dot Esports · Aug 26

IKEA just released giant Xbox joystick furniture –and it's hard not to love it

Homeware for gaming, and it's not even tacky?!

T3 · Aug 26

'The Witcher 3: Remastered' drops on Sept. 29 — with SURPRISE Xbox Play Anywhere support and FSR 4.0 for the Xbox Ally. Here's what's new.

A dream come true, The Witcher 3 finally gets Xbox Play Anywhere support in addition to a ton of new features on September 29, 2026. Here's what you need to know.

Windows Central · Aug 25