Subnautica 2 release time countdown: When does it launch in your region? It's about time. Dot Esports · Apr 30
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, who took the job less than 3 months ago, says 'player and revenue growth has not yet met our ambition' as Microsoft gaming continues to slide I mean, yeah. No kidding. PC Gamer · Apr 30
Is Subnautica 2 coming to Xbox Game Pass? A day one launch for the beloved underwater adventure's sequel. Dot Esports · Apr 30
Elder Scrolls Online director says his cancelled MMO was a "missed opportunity" for Bethesda and Xbox, but "a giant successful video game" isn't enough for Microsoft's higher-ups "That was just a very large bet and they needed to hedge their large bets" GamesRadar · Apr 30
"With our partners, we’ve been committed to continual updates": The Xbox Ally range picks up BIG enhancements to boost the TV experience — with AutoSR in tow The promised auto super resolution features appear on Xbox Ally X today, with other major enhancements to the Xbox Ally connected TV experience. Here's what's new. Windows Central · Apr 30
"It's not even stocked in major retail stores, you know": One Japanese indie developer directly addresses a lack of Xbox presence A Japanese developer behind Sakuna: Of Rice and Rain explains why the game is not on Xbox, citing limited manpower and the platform’s lack of retail presence in Japan. Windows Central · Apr 30
Japanese developer says they don't make games for Xbox because the console is 'not even stocked in major retail stores' An indie game developer has explained why many smaller companies don't create Xbox ports. TechRadar · Apr 30
Xbox studio accidentally gave away the RPG that led to OG Fallout for free, so now it's giving everyone a way to play it legitimately inXile Entertainment is fixing broken versions of Wasteland Remastered that it handed out by accident GamesRadar · Apr 30
New Xbox head Asha Sharma says "we know we have work to do" as quarterly hardware sales sink another 33% Game Pass isn't looking so hot at the moment either GamesRadar · Apr 30
“We know we have work to do to earn every player”: Xbox CEO admits growth is falling short Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has acknowledged that player and revenue growth are falling short of expectations following Microsoft’s latest earnings report, offering a candid response as fans react. Windows Central · Apr 30
The Steam Controller is all the rage, but I've been distracted by a modern Dreamcast controller that's more like Valve's original pad Valve's Steam Controller is sparking discourse, but after testing the Retro Fighters StrikerDC Dreamcast controller, I've got newfound respect for the pad. GamesRadar · Apr 30
"We're doing the work required to win back fans across Windows and Xbox": Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says the company is making foundational changes to fix Windows 11 and Xbox Satya Nadella has commented on recent announcements around Windows and Xbox that are working to rebuild trust and positive sentiment around its consumer offerings. Windows Central · Apr 30
Analysts react to Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass price drop from CEO Asha Sharma, believe it "should help subscriber numbers grow" — "Not surprising at all" Following Microsoft's huge Xbox Game Pass price drop last week, industry analysts have reacted to the cut and say they believe it will lead to growth. Windows Central · Apr 29
Windows Central · Apr 29 We’ve tested the April 2026 Windows 11 update, and its 11 improvements genuinely make the OS feel better Windows 11 Insider builds for the last half of April 2026 introduce major updates, including Windows Update overhaul, Xbox mode, and Point-in-time Restore.
Windows Central · Apr 29 A modder got Halo: Combat Evolved running natively on Nintendo Switch without cloud streaming A modder has demonstrated Halo Combat Evolved running on Nintendo Switch using an ARM64 build of the Xemu emulator, showing early but unimpressive results without cloud streaming.
Windows Central · Apr 29 "It's something we're working very hard on": Valve promises it's working on a Steam Deck restock after it sold out amid the RAM shortage, but the memory crisis isn't over Steam Deck maker Valve says it's "working very hard" to bring the Steam Deck back in stock, though ongoing RAM shortages are making it difficult to do so.
Windows Central · Apr 29 The OG Xbox Lives: Reverse-engineered dashboard brings the 2001 "Console Experience" to PC The original Xbox dashboard has been reverse engineered and rebuilt using retail code, now running on PC as a launcher with early access limitations and manual setup required.
Windows Central · Apr 29 “Strengthening the Xbox identity”: We’re looking at why Microsoft is giving Xbox and Mojang employees their own branded emails Microsoft is continuing its Xbox rebrand by introducing @xbox.com email addresses for employees, signaling a wider effort to strengthen identity and unify branding across the company.
Windows Central · Apr 29 Xbox glitch + Wasteland Remastered + free game recovery: If you claimed this free game, here is why your copy won’t work and how to fix it Wasteland Remastered briefly appeared free on Xbox due to a store error. Players who claimed it will receive a full working copy as compensation.
GamesRadar · Apr 29 Sony's "lack of marketing push" on Marathon "speaks to the lack of faith from the platform holder," says former Square Enix exec "Sony owns a ton of digital real estate on the PlayStation dashboards to push Marathon"
Windows Central · Apr 29 "Why it actually matters": Inside the Xbox publishing overhaul designed to win back frustrated developers Xbox is rolling out Game Package Manager, a new developer tool designed to simplify game publishing, improve version management, and streamline updates across the platform.
Windows Central · Apr 29 "We’d love to do it": Fan requests spark a playful reply from Double Fine, teasing a return of an iconic OG Xbox platformer Double Fine has responded to fan demand for a Psychonauts remake, saying the idea is something the studio would love to pursue one day, though no plans are confirmed.
Tom’s Guide · Apr 29 PlayStation may have gone full Xbox One and added 30-day check-ins to all new digital games — who thought that was a good idea? Sony's reportedly added online check-ins to newly-purchased digital games, and it means you may have to be online once every 30 days if you don't want to be locked out.
Windows Central · Apr 29 "GitHub is failing me, every single day, and it is personal": After Xbox and Windows, now GITHUB is in crisis — Microsoft, what are you doing? One of GitHub's most staple contributors announced they are abandoning ship due to constant outages. GitHub's COO responds, promising change, but is it all too little too late?