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Here's our next batch of Xbox Game Pass titles for May
Microsoft has announced new titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in May, including Forza Horizon 6, Remnant 2, and Jurassic World Evolution 3. Several other games like My Friend Peppa Pig and The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition will also be available on cloud, console, and PC.
Xbox Game Pass May 2026 Wave 2 Adds Forza Horizon 6, Final Fantasy VI, and More
Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in May 2026, including Forza Horizon 6, Remnant II, and Final Fantasy VI. Several titles will also be leaving the service on May 31, 2026, with a discount for Game Pass subscribers.
Forza Horizon 6 review – Eastern Promise Fulfilled
Forza Horizon 6 sets a new benchmark for arcade racing, delivering a visually stunning and diverse open world set in Japan. Playground Games refines the series' signature accessibility and car culture celebration with improved handling, dynamic weather, and engaging story missions. The game offers a massive roster of cars and deep customization options, making it a must-buy for Xbox owners and a standout title in the racing genre.
Sony Is Done Putting Single-Player Games on Steam
Sony's CEO has confirmed that single-player PlayStation games will no longer be released on Steam. This marks a shift from the previous strategy of porting titles like God of War and Marvel's Spider-Man to PC months after their console launch. The company believes maintaining platform exclusivity for its first-party titles is crucial for its hardware business.
New Game Pass Games For May 2026: Forza Horizon 6, Pigeon Simulator, And More This Month
Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in May 2026, including the global launch of Forza Horizon 6 and day-one releases like Luna Abyss and Echo Generation 2. Other notable additions include Pigeon Simulator, Remnant 2, and The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition, with Final Fantasy 6 and Jurassic World Evolution 3 arriving in early June.
Game Pass adds Forza Horizon 6, Escape Simulator, Jurassic World Evolution 3, and more in late May to early June
Microsoft has announced that several new games will be added to its Game Pass subscription service in late May and early June. Titles include Forza Horizon 6, Escape Simulator, and Jurassic World Evolution 3, among others.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 and The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition Headline Xbox Game Pass May 2026 Wave 2 Lineup
Microsoft has announced the upcoming additions to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service for the latter half of May and early June. The lineup includes Jurassic World Evolution 3 and The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition.
Microsoft's new Surface Laptop for Business has a privacy screen and quirky haptics
Microsoft has launched a new Surface Laptop specifically for business users, featuring a built-in privacy screen and unique haptic feedback. The device is targeted at corporate buyers and comes with a corresponding price point.
Xbox Fans Flock to Online Suggestions Box to Tell Microsoft to Keep Games Off PS5
Xbox fans are urging Microsoft to bring back game exclusives, with the top suggestion on a new community feedback portal being a demand to keep titles like Halo and Fable off PlayStation 5. While Microsoft has stated it is re-evaluating its approach to exclusivity, the article notes the company's significant investment in multi-platform publishers and its subscription service, placing it in a difficult position regarding fan desires versus business strategy.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Forza Horizon 6, Escape Simulator, Jurassic World Evolution 3, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout May and early June, including Forza Horizon 6, Escape Simulator, and Jurassic World Evolution 3. The service will also see the day-one release of Luna Abyss, Echo Generation 2, Crashout Crew, and Kabuto Park. Several games are also scheduled to leave the Game Pass library on May 31.
PlayStation Plus Is Getting More Expensive Again
Sony is increasing the prices for all tiers of its PlayStation Plus subscription service, citing "ongoing market conditions." This price hike comes as the service faces pressure regarding its value proposition compared to competitors like Microsoft's Game Pass, particularly concerning day-one first-party game releases. Subscribers are advised to review their usage and consider options like prepaying at the current rate, downgrading their tier, or canceling before the new pricing takes effect.
Microsoft announces plans to give you more control over the Windows 11 taskbar and Start menu
Microsoft has announced upcoming enhancements to Windows 11, focusing on increased user control over the Taskbar and Start menu. These updates aim to improve personalization and quality of life features, with changes rolling out to Windows Insiders first before a wider public release.
The Elite Series 2 set the bar for years of controller design, but the leaked Elite Series 3 just looks like more of the…
Leaked images of the purported Xbox Elite Series 3 controller suggest a design that may not significantly innovate beyond the Elite Series 2, potentially struggling to compete with advanced third-party controllers. The article analyzes expected features like Hall sensor thumbsticks, microswitch buttons, and new scrollable wheels, comparing them to current market offerings and highlighting the need for advanced tech to justify its premium price point.
Xbox promises ‘more change’ in the next two years than the last 25
Xbox's global director of ID@Xbox, Guy Richards, stated that the brand anticipates more significant changes in the next two years than in its entire 25-year history. New leadership under Asha Sharma is reportedly focusing on fan engagement and adjusting business models, though tangible proof of course correction remains to be seen. Discussions around console exclusives and potential AI integration also highlight the brand's evolving strategy.
As Halo and Forza Horizon 6 prepare to jump ship to PS5, Xbox fans use new community voting tool to tell Microsoft they…
Microsoft has launched a new community polling tool called Xbox Player Voice, allowing players to submit feedback and vote on suggestions. This comes as some former Xbox exclusives like Starfield and Grounded are becoming available on other platforms, with Forza Horizon 6 and Halo: Campaign Evolved also slated for PlayStation 5 ports. Xbox fans are using the new tool to express their desire for more backward-compatible games and free online play.
It’s about time gamers started voting with their wallets against Sony and its ever-rising PlayStation costs
This opinion piece criticizes Sony's recent price increases for the PlayStation 5 and its PlayStation Plus subscription service, arguing that these hikes are driven by profit motives rather than genuine market conditions. The author suggests that a lack of strong competition allows Sony to dictate terms to consumers and advocates for PC gaming as a more cost-effective alternative.
Microsoft launches Xbox Player Voice portal to listen closely to player feedback, fans immediately ask for "great game exclusives"
Microsoft has launched the Xbox Player Voice portal, a new forum for players to submit feedback and suggestions directly to Xbox leadership. The most upvoted suggestion calls for more "great game exclusives" to drive console sales. Other player requests include improvements to backward compatibility and making online multiplayer separate from Game Pass subscriptions.
Microsoft continues to build towards a passwordless future by phasing out an authentication method that's become…
Microsoft is phasing out SMS codes as an authentication method for personal accounts, moving towards a passwordless future. The company is promoting Passkeys, which utilize on-device authentication like PINs, face scans, or fingerprint scans, as a faster and more phishing-resistant alternative.
Forza Horizon 6 gör braksuccé på Steam – innan det "släppts"
Forza Horizon 6 has set a new record for concurrent players on Steam with over 181,000, surpassing Forza Horizon 5's peak of 81,000, even before its official release. This impressive number was achieved through early access purchases, with the game officially launching today on PC and Xbox Series consoles, and later on PlayStation 5. The game has also received strong critical reviews.
Microsoft Launches Xbox Player Voice to Gather Feedback, Fans Immediately Demand a Return to Exclusives
Microsoft has launched a new feedback platform called Xbox Player Voice, allowing fans to vote on community requests. Unsurprisingly, the most popular demand from players is a return to platform-exclusive titles.