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Xbox Showcase Reportedly Coming Next Week Featuring Metro 2039
Prominent insider NateTheHate claims Xbox will host a showcase on April 16, potentially revealing the rumored Metro 2039. The event may also feature announcements for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Remake. Details about other upcoming Assassin's Creed titles like Hexe and Shadows were also discussed, though noted as rumors.
Call Of Duty's Iconic Ghost Shows Up In New Fanta Ad, Making People Wonder About 2026's Call Of Duty
The character Ghost from Call of Duty has appeared in a new Fanta advertisement as part of an Xbox promotion, leading to speculation about the 2026 Call of Duty title, rumored to be Modern Warfare 4. The promotion includes specially designed Fanta cans with in-game bonuses for various Xbox franchises, including Call of Duty and Halo. Separately, Xbox Game Pass has seen price increases, with discussions about its value and the inclusion of future Call of Duty titles.
Former Xbox Veteran Says Canceling The Last of Us Online Was the Right Call, Criticizes Naughty Dog and Sony for Green-lighting It in the First Place
A former Xbox veteran believes Sony Interactive Entertainment and Naughty Dog made the correct decision to cancel The Last of Us Online. The veteran criticized the companies for green-lighting the project in the first place, suggesting it was a flawed concept from the start.
Game Pass Is Too Expensive And It Will Change, Xbox CEO Says
Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma has acknowledged that Xbox Game Pass has become too expensive and stated that changes are coming to improve its value proposition. While no immediate changes are expected, Sharma is exploring a more flexible system and potential bundle offerings with companies like Netflix. These discussions follow a significant price increase for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate in October 2025.
Gaming Community Divided Over Xbox and Activision Job Cuts
The gaming community is divided over recent layoffs at Xbox and Activision, sparking debates about industry awareness versus personal engagement with games. This discourse highlights a growing tension between viewing games as corporate products and appreciating the human effort behind them, especially in the context of industry consolidation.
GTA and Red Dead in the crosshairs: hacker drama unfold... | TAG
Rockstar Games is reportedly facing a data breach with hackers claiming to hold sensitive Grand Theft Auto 6 information for ransom. Separately, the tribal survival game Soulmask has left early access with a free Egypt-themed DLC, and Magic: The Gathering is reintroducing a canceled Monster Hunter card. In other news, Karl Urban expressed interest in playing John Marston in a Red Dead Redemption film, Pete Hines departed Bethesda citing dissatisfaction post-Xbox acquisition, and the AI in the 25-year-old game Black & White is being recognized as a precursor to modern AI.
Metro 2039 Announced With Xbox First Look Confirmed for April 16th
Xbox has announced a world premiere showcase for 4A Games' Metro 2039, the fourth mainline entry in the Metro franchise, scheduled for April 16th. The game is confirmed for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and is expected to feature a post-apocalyptic setting with an "even darker story" than Metro Exodus.
Fable Reaffirmed for Release This Fall Despite Rumors of An Internal Delay
Playground Games has reaffirmed that Fable is scheduled for release in Autumn 2026, despite rumors of an internal delay. This potential delay is speculated to be to avoid direct competition with the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, which is set to launch in November 2026. Further announcements regarding Fable's release may occur at the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase.
Former Xbox exec regrets not securing Final Fantasy on the console, says Square Enix "wanted Sony to have competition but couldn't be too overt"
Former Xbox executive Ed Fries expressed regret over not securing more Final Fantasy titles for the original Xbox, stating that Square Enix wanted to provide competition for Sony but was hesitant to be too overt. He explained that Japanese publishers feared repercussions from Sony if they supported Xbox too strongly. Despite these challenges, Xbox eventually secured some Square Enix titles and key exclusives like Halo.
Call of Duty Could Be Removed From Game Pass This Year – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Microsoft may remove the Call of Duty franchise from its Game Pass subscription service later this year. This comes despite the franchise's significant revenue generation for Xbox, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The decision could be influenced by the performance of recent titles and the overall strategy for the franchise's future.
'I Saw How It Was Getting Damaged': Ex-Bethesda Exec Goes to Town on Xbox's Mistreatment
Former Bethesda executive Pete Hines has criticized Microsoft's management of the studio following its acquisition, stating that he witnessed the company being "damaged and broken apart and frankly mistreated." Hines, who left Bethesda in 2023 after a 24-year tenure, expressed disappointment that he was unable to protect the studio's efficient operations and authentic culture under Microsoft's ownership.
Get An ROG Xbox Ally For Only $500 Before The Inevitable Price Increase Arrives
The ASUS ROG Ally handheld gaming PC is currently available for $500 at Amazon and Best Buy, a $100 discount from its original price. This Windows 11-based device features a 7-inch 120Hz display, 16GB of RAM, and an AMD Ryzen Z2 processor, offering PC gaming on the go. The deal includes three months of Xbox Game Pass Premium.
Former Xbox VP Ed Fries Says Consoles Aren’t Going Away, Reflects on Industry Growth
Former Xbox Vice President Ed Fries believes consoles will remain relevant in the gaming industry. The discussion also touches upon the importance of game preservation and the ongoing debate surrounding physical media versus digital distribution.
Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Castlevania, Dead As Disco, And Every Game Shown
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase featured 40 game announcements, including world premieres and DLC for existing titles. Highlights included new looks at Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Dead as Disco, and Windrose, alongside reveals for games like Final Sentence and Crop. Several titles announced release dates or entered early access, with many coming to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
South of Midnight Review – Gamerhub UK
This review of South of Midnight touches on broader issues within the gaming industry, particularly concerning workplace harassment and toxic studio environments. While the article acknowledges the existence of great studios and positive leadership, it also highlights recurring accusations and the difficulty in obtaining the full story in such situations.
Evening Consolidation
Xbox Insiders can now access new improvements to the Achievements system. Additionally, trailers have been released for the games Incantation, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, and Instant Sports 2.
Forza Horizon 6 Dev Discussion | Official Xbox Podcast
Developers discuss Forza Horizon 6 on the Official Xbox Podcast, offering insights into the game's development. The conversation likely covers new features, design choices, and the future of the racing series.
Official Xbox Podcast: Forza Horizon 6 Dev Discussion
The Official Xbox Podcast featured a discussion with developers about the upcoming title Forza Horizon 6. The conversation likely covered aspects of the game's development and anticipated features.
Xbox Games Pass Games in April are letting you enjoy new releases and the CoD MW2019 resurgence
Xbox Game Pass has updated its April 2026 lineup with new additions and departures. Notable new games include The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019), and Football Manager 2026. Grand Theft Auto V is among the titles leaving the service.
Doritos Has A Challenge For You | Console Creatures
Doritos is running a promotional contest where participants can win prizes, including gaming peripherals and a gaming laptop, by "wiping" their keyboard and submitting the resulting "gibberish" online. The contest, which requires no purchase, allows up to three entries per day until April 16. The company is also referencing past gaming-related promotions in its advertising.
