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Microsoft lifts the lid on Project Helix at GDC Festival of Gaming
Microsoft will begin distributing alpha versions of its "Project Helix" to developers in 2027. This initiative was revealed during the GDC Festival of Gaming, indicating a new phase for game development tools or platforms associated with Xbox.
Microsoft quietly retires 'This is an Xbox' marketing campaign
Microsoft has seemingly retired its 'This is an Xbox' marketing slogan. The campaign, which aimed to define the Xbox brand, has been quietly phased out, leaving the current identity of the Xbox platform open to interpretation.
Project Helix Release Date Speculation, Potential Price, Specs, And Everything We Know About The Next Xbox Console
Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma confirmed that the next Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, is in development and will play both Xbox and PC games, aiming to lead in performance. Speculation suggests a release around 2027, with potential pricing between $650 and $1200 due to component shortages. The console is expected to feature custom AMD chips and advanced technologies like next-gen raytracing and neural rendering.
Microsoft quietly retires 'This is an Xbox' marketing campaign
Microsoft has reportedly retired its 'This is an Xbox' marketing campaign. This move is seen by some as a step towards re-evaluating the Xbox brand's identity and strategy, with discussions focusing on improving Game Pass value and potentially lowering prices to regain market appeal.
Microsoft says Xbox Play Anywhere titles can double spending and engagement
Microsoft believes that Xbox Play Anywhere titles can significantly increase player spending and engagement. One commenter suggested that Microsoft should consider lowering the subscription price for Game Pass to make the service more attractive.
The Epic Games Store Has Two More Freebies For You
The Epic Games Store is offering two more free games to users. One commenter expressed hope for Microsoft to focus on developing and publishing games rather than the Xbox brand, recalling the Xbox 360 era as its peak.
Microsoft lifts the lid on Project Helix at GDC Festival of Gaming
Microsoft has revealed details about Project Helix at the GDC Festival of Gaming. The article discusses potential strategies for Xbox to regain relevance, including lowering subscription prices for Game Pass and making the platform more attractive to players.
Games Inbox: Who will win out of PS6 vs. Project Helix?
Readers discuss the potential competition between the upcoming PlayStation 6 and Microsoft's Project Helix (likely the next Xbox console), with concerns raised about pricing, naming conventions, and the potential impact of simultaneous releases. Other topics include the effectiveness of game age ratings, the future of the Battlefield franchise, and the perceived arrogance of Microsoft's console strategy.
Gaming Copilot is Coming to Xbox Series X/S in 2026
Microsoft announced that its Gaming Copilot feature will be released for Xbox Series X/S consoles in 2026. The AI-powered assistant, currently in beta on Windows and mobile, offers game recommendations, in-game assistance, and personalized coaching. The feature is also available on handheld gaming PCs like the ASUS ROG Ally.
Xbox just revealed Gaming Copilot is coming to "current-generation consoles" later this year
Xbox announced that its AI assistant, Gaming Copilot, will be released on current-generation consoles later this year, expanding from its beta availability on PC, mobile, and the ASUS ROG Ally. The assistant provides in-game guidance, game recommendations, and account information.
The Fastidiously Multiformat Square Enix Skips PS5 with Yet Another Game
Square Enix continues to promote a multiformat business approach, yet has released Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD and Panoramasight: The Mermaid’s Curse as exclusives for Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile, with the former also launching on Xbox platforms but notably skipping PlayStation 5. This pattern suggests potential deals with Microsoft, as indicated by Play Anywhere support, despite the expectation that PlayStation ports would perform better.
Fastidiously Multiformat Square Enix Skips PS5 with Yet Another Game
Square Enix's recent game releases, such as Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD and Panoramasight: The Mermaid’s Curse, have launched on multiple platforms including PC, Xbox, and Switch, but notably skipped PlayStation 5. This contradicts the company's public statements about a multiformat approach, leading to speculation about potential deals with Microsoft and disappointment among PlayStation fans.
Turing Award winner Tony Hoare, computing pioneer who invented the Quicksort algorithm for a sixpence bet, dies at the…
Tony Hoare, a pioneering computer scientist renowned for inventing the Quicksort algorithm and developing Hoare logic, has passed away at the age of 92. He was awarded the Turing Award in 1980 for his significant contributions to computing, including his work on programming languages like ALGOL W and his advocacy for simple, secure software design.
Scopely hits $15 billion in lifetime revenue
Mobile game publisher Scopely has announced it has surpassed $15 billion in lifetime revenue. The article also discusses the current console generation, noting the Xbox Series X's potential advantages due to PC game compatibility and a slower exclusive release cadence on PlayStation 5 compared to previous generations.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Tops 5 Million Players - Sales
This article is a discussion among users about the current state of the console market, primarily focusing on the competition between Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. Users debate features, game output, and perceived anti-consumer practices by Sony and Microsoft, with some also mentioning Nintendo and Steam Deck.
Windows 11 får Xbox-läge i april
Microsoft is introducing an "Xbox Mode" to Windows 11 in April, designed to optimize system resources for gaming. This full-screen mode aims to consolidate the gaming experience, supporting titles from both Microsoft/Xbox and other platforms like Steam. The feature was initially launched with the ASUS ROG Ally handheld gaming PC.
Indie deckbuilder All Will Rise's dev joins No Games For Genocide boycott and plans to hand back funding it…
Speculative Agency, the developer of the anti-capitalist indie deckbuilder All Will Rise, has joined the No Games For Genocide boycott and plans to return funding received from Microsoft. This decision stems from Microsoft's business practices and its supply of technology to the Israeli Defense Force. The game will no longer launch on Xbox as originally planned, though its Kickstarter campaign has exceeded its funding goal.
Don’t know your FSR Diamonds from your DirectStorages? Here’s what all that Project Helix tech-speak actually means
This article breaks down the technical jargon surrounding Microsoft's 'Project Helix,' the upcoming PC-focused Xbox console. It explains concepts like custom AMD SoCs, DirectX advancements, ray tracing, GPU Directed Work Graph Execution, AMD FSR, neural rendering, and DirectStorage. The author highlights how many of these features, previously PC innovations, are now being integrated into the Xbox ecosystem.
Another longtime Microsoft executive is retiring
Rajesh Jha, Microsoft's head of Experiences + Devices, is retiring after over 35 years with the company. Jha oversaw key products like Windows, Office, and Teams. His departure follows other high-profile exits from Microsoft, including Xbox chief Phil Spencer and his successor Sarah Bond. Four members of Jha's team will be promoted to executive vice president roles reporting directly to CEO Satya Nadella.
Morning Metaverse
The article discusses the new Internet Speed Test feature in Windows 11, noting it primarily functions as a shortcut to Bing. It also touches on Steam Remote Play's effectiveness over LAN and mentions a modern alternative to PuTTY.