Fable delay was a "disappointment," Playground boss says, but avoiding GTA 6 can give the RPG "the attention this game deserves" Mind you, February is also looking a bit stacked, but anyway GamesRadar · Jun 10
As an RPG fan, these are the 9 new trailers that have made me run to my wishlist this June Summer Preview | From Final Fantasy 7 Revelation to Clockwork Revolution, these are the most exciting RPG trailers that I've seen so far GamesRadar · Jun 10
AI backlash, single-player epics and Y2K nostalgia: eight trends from Summer Game Fest From horror galore to Chinese action games, the key trends, trailers and surprises from Summer Game Fest many, many hours of streams and broadcasts The Guardian - UK · Jun 10
"Our business isn't particularly healthy": Xbox CEO thinks exclusives can help turn things around Xbox CEO Asha Sharma explains why Xbox has brought back console exclusives, describing the company's business as "not particularly healthy" and suggesting more exclusives could follow if conditions improve. Windows Central · Jun 10
The Xbox Wireless Controller X25 is neat, but I've tested a translucent green alternative that works with the Series X and your 2000s console The Xbox Wireless Controller X25 pays a terrific tribute to the retro console's translucent green roots, but there's already a gamepad that packs more perks. GamesRadar · Jun 10
I went to the Xbox Showcase, met with Xbox execs, fans, and developers — Something HAS changed ... but for how long? Xbox is on a tear right now, with a lot of positive momentum. But one question I wanted to ask above all others: are they ACTUALLY in it for the long haul? Windows Central · Jun 10
"Play your PC games — have backward compatibility": Xbox doubles down on Project Helix's core vision amid uncertainty Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has reaffirmed that Project Helix will support PC games, backward compatibility, and high-end performance, providing greater clarity following recent comments that sparked speculation about the console's future direction. Windows Central · Jun 10
"We'll be doing more this summer": Xbox hints at radically different Game Pass and console plans, and I'm curious where this leads Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has hinted at more flexible Game Pass offerings arriving this summer while also suggesting radically different business models for future consoles. The comments provide an early look at how Xbox may adapt to rising hardware costs and changing player expectations. Windows Central · Jun 10
How Cloud Gaming Powers Modern Casino Platforms The games load fast, and the live stream holds up on mobile. Here is the cloud infrastructure behind modern online casinos and why it matters to players. inkl · Jun 10
Xbox fans rally against Shift Up for 'Stellar Blade' — which is now exclusively NOT on Xbox Series X|S (UPDATE) Popular hack n' slash Stellar Blade just got announced for Nintendo Switch, freeing it from PS5 console exclusivity. Xbox fans have something to say about it. Windows Central · Jun 10
The latest Nintendo Direct had insane reveals for Nintendo fans — but it also revealed some exciting new games coming soon to Xbox and PC The June 2026 Nintendo Direct has presented a ton of new games that are not only coming out for the Nintendo Switch 2, but for Xbox and PC as well. Here are all the multiplatform games shown at the event. Windows Central · Jun 9
"Couch co-op is back": Halo and Gears are bringing split-screen back, and I couldn't be happier Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day will both feature two-player split-screen campaign co-op, marking the return of a fan-favorite Xbox feature that many players have missed for years. Windows Central · Jun 9
‘Not an Allbirds Moment’: Xbox’s CEO says she is grounding the console in gaming roots, not AI Since stepping into the Xbox CEO role, Asha Sharma has preached a "return of Xbox." Fortune · Jun 9
"Let us cook.": Xbox's Blade may be alive after all as Arkane puts cancellation rumors to bed Arkane Lyon has responded to growing concerns over Marvel's Blade after the game was absent from the Xbox Games Showcase. A message from the game's Lead Concept Artist suggests development is continuing despite cancellation rumors. Windows Central · Jun 9
PC Gamer · Jun 9 Halo Campaign Evolved: Everything we know about Master Chief's glow-up Combat Evolved is back (again).
Creative Bloq · Jun 9 Nostalgic anniversary console shows where Xbox went wrong Fans' reactions show the brand needed to bring back the emotion.
GamesRadar · Jun 9 Chivalware reimagines Mega Man Battle Network's action RPG combat as a hectic roguelike I'm struggling to put down Summer Preview | This cyber roguelike isn't floppy, and is well worth disk-covering
Windows Central · Jun 9 "We're rethinking everything": Rising costs force Xbox to reconsider future hardware as current consoles are "outstripping supply" Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Mathew Ball has revealed that rising costs are forcing the company to rethink aspects of Project Helix, Xbox's planned next-generation console. Despite strong demand for Xbox Series X and Series S hardware, Xbox is exploring ways to make future hardware more affordable and flexible.
Windows Central · Jun 9 Xbox admits some exclusives will sell fewer units but promises a steady pipeline of games Xbox has reiterated its commitment to exclusives, with Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball promising a reliable pipeline of future Xbox-only titles. While Microsoft says exclusives remain important to platform growth, questions remain about which games will stay exclusive going forward.
Windows Central · Jun 9 Xbox executive says Game Pass "lost millions of subscribers" as a direct impact of the brand's egregious price hikes Xbox has revealed that its controversial Game Pass price increase led to the loss of millions of subscribers. New comments from Matthew Ball offer a rare look at the impact of the decision and how Xbox has since adjusted its subscription strategy.
Player One · Jun 9 'Marvel's Blade': Arkane Studios Shares Response on Game's Cancellation Rumors Arkane Studios has finally spoken up about their development of "Marvel's Blade." Here's what the studio has to say.
PC Gamer · Jun 9 You should back up your Forza Horizon 6 save before its latest bug brings you to tears An unfortunate case of déjà vu.
Windows Central · Jun 9 Xbox settled its exclusivity plans ahead of Gears E‑Day’s reveal — here’s the timeline According to XBOX's Aaron Greenberg, Gears of War: E-Day exclusivity was kept a secret.
Bangkok Post · Jun 9 25 years of the Xbox, celebrated translucently Microsoft has unveiled the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition and a matching wireless controller, bringing back the iconic translucent green design that pays tribute to the original hardware.
Player One · Jun 9 Xbox Confirms Game Exclusivity Will Be 'Case-by-Case'—Here's What It Means For Titles The exclusivity of Xbox's games will be on a case-by-case basis, and no title will have a permanent exclusive status.