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Xbox Disc to Digital Programme: Microsoft's reported 'Positron' feature could let gamers convert physical discs into digital licenses. Check all details

Microsoft is reportedly preparing an Xbox Disc to Digital Programme for August 2026. This feature will let players convert physical game discs into digital licenses. These digital licenses will be tied to their Microsoft accounts for broader access. The programme aims to bridge physical ownership with the company's digital gaming…

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Microsoft filings suggest "around 70%" of its AI revenue is concentrated entirely on OpenAI — which seems rather unhealthy

Recent analysis showed that Microsoft's AI business, while seemingly booming, still carries a somewhat enormous Sam Altman-shaped risk.

Windows Central

Xbox will finally let you record party chat in gameplay clips, and more

Xbox has announced several new console features being rolled out for Xbox Insiders and common users, including voice chat in game captures, new ways to view achievements, better control over cloud saves, and more Xbox games addable to wishlists.

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Confirmed: Xbox 'Platinum' completion achievements are coming "later this year"

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma just confirmed that the team is working on "Platinum"-style achievement completion recognition, slated for later this year.

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Microsoft wants the next-gen Xbox Helix to play every Xbox game ever made as it urges publishers to opt in — New report also claims Xbox 360 games coming to PC soon

The upcoming Xbox Helix is starting to feel more like a PC than any console before, and Microsoft's latest efforts to unite all Xbox generations under one roof, according to a new leaked memo, seem to signal that very explicitly.

Tom’s Hardware

The games industry’s obsession with visual fidelity is costing them money and talent

Big developers are discovering that the technical progress of photorealism doesn’t always translate into the creative spark that gives gamers joy – and keeps them playing

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Xbox has made some amazing special edition consoles over the last 25 years, so which one is your favorite?

Xbox is turning 25, and through the years we've been treated to a heap of incredible special edition consoles. But which is your favorite?

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Massive Xbox leak reveals Project Helix plans that could win the next-gen console war

After a rocky few weeks, leaked plans show Xbox has something exciting up its sleeve for Project Helix

"It's a pretty cool part of the Xbox ecosystem," Larian explains why 'Baldur's Gate 3' hits Play Anywhere — as the service grows faster than ever

Xbox Play Anywhere is one of my favorite features of the Xbox ecosystem, and August through to September might represent something of a watershed moment for it.

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Gears of War: E-Day's multiplayer beta test leads (or perhaps overshadows) the first wave of Xbox Game Pass for August 2026

Xbox has announced the first wave of games coming and leaving Xbox Game Pass for the first half of August 2026, with the star of the batch being Gears of War: E-Day's early access multiplayer beta test.

Windows Central

Popular simulator game has reached the end of the line for Xbox One — here's what it means for you

Dovetail Games has revealed an update on the future of Train Sim World 6 on Xbox One and PS4, and it's unfortunately reached the end of the line.

Windows Central

All Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members get to try Gears of War: E-Day early and for free

Gears of War: E-Day beta is exclusive to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, but Premium members get their own good news too

If you use the Xbox App on Windows 11 with non-Xbox games then you absolutely need to use this Game Bar widget

The Xbox App on Windows 11 is a pretty good launcher for all your PC games these days, but you really need this Game Bar widget to make it look pretty.

Windows Central

Xbox Game Pass August 2026 games revealed: From Pokémon developer's new RPG to Gears of War: E-Day, check full list

Microsoft revealed the August 2026 Xbox Game Pass lineup with new games. Beast of Reincarnation, an action RPG, launches day-one for subscribers. Several other titles will join the service across various genres throughout August. Some games will depart the subscription service on August fifteenth. An open beta for Gears of…

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PSA –you only have three weeks to buy a Switch 2 before its price goes up

Don't hesitate if you think you'll ever want one

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Gears of War: E-Day's Xbox and PC multiplayer beta tests are starting soon: Here's how to enter, what content to expect, and what rewards they'll offer

The Coalition has released details regarding Gears of War: E-Day's upcoming beta test weekends for its multiplayer modes. Here's everything you need to know about how to sign up for the betas and what rewards they'll offer in the full game.

TechRadar

Leaked document suggests Microsoft's rumored 'disc-to-digital' feature will roll out this month and allow users to play the Xbox 360 catalogue on Project Helix

Microsoft's rumored disc-to-digital feature, which would allow players to digitize their existing physical Xbox game library, reportedly rolls out this month.

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MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review: the handheld PC that finally makes sense to a console gamer

MSI’s latest handheld has finally made me understand the appeal of PC gaming on the go.

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Xbox 360 Games Are Also Coming to PC, Claims Newly Discovered Leaked Documents

Microsoft is making another big move for PC, and this time, it has something to do with Xbox 360 titles.

GamesRadar

Xbox 360 games are reportedly coming to PC this year as Microsoft prepares disc-to-digital conversion for an upcoming launch

Disc-to-digital Xbox games are seemingly coming very soon

PC Gamer

Microsoft is planning to bring Xbox 360 games to PC, according to leaked documents

The feature is expected to get a "gradual" launch between 2027 and 2028.

Windows Central

Xbox Play Anywhere secures its biggest win yet with Baldur's Gate 3, and it being 30% off is just icing on the cake

Larian Studios has rolled out one more update to Baldur's Gate 3 that is sure to please Xbox fans. As of today, Baldur's Gate 3 now has Xbox Play Anywhere compatibility, and it's on a 30% discount as a bonus.

GamesRadar

GameSir launches the reborn Tarantula Pro controller for PC and Xbox players, but the Ultra version is nowhere to be seen

GameSir has brought one of my favorite controllers back from the dead, but there's no word on the Ultra version yet.

Windows Central

Microsoft celebrates Xbox's 25th anniversary by revealing Xbox profile designs, Xbox FanFest Tour dates, and curated classic titles for Xbox Game Pass

Xbox has revealed the next slate of its celebrations for the 25th anniversary of the brand, and the Fanfest tour is coming to a city near you.

GamesRadar

Halo: Campaign Evolved was the 4th most popular game on Xbox at launch in the US but only 29th on PS5, analyst says

That doesn't mean it's doing badly on PlayStation, though

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