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Microsoft CEO says Xbox must become 'sustainable' as it reportedly considers major spinoff
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella stated that Xbox must become a 'sustainable' business, implying it has been subsidized rather than profitable. This follows reports that Microsoft is considering spinning out Xbox into a standalone unit, potentially to sell it or find a partner. The company also aims to speed up development for major franchises like Halo and The Elder Scrolls, while addressing challenges like memory chip price increases driven by AI companies.
Sunday Multiplex
Nightdive Studios released a gameplay trailer for SiN: Reloaded. The article also briefly mentions a "Call of Duty: Black Ops 7" concept featuring Terry Crews and a segment about "1 Gamer vs 20 Gaming CEOs" using AI.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Brings Back Campaign Early Access, Here’s How To Get It
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will offer campaign early access for players who preorder or pre-purchase the standard digital or Vault editions. This early access begins on October 16, a week before the official October 23 release date, and will only include the campaign. The game features actor Young Mazino as Private Park.
Activision shuts down claims that Call of Duty's upgraded anti-cheat can be bypassed
Activision has addressed claims that its Ricochet anti-cheat system, particularly the Microsoft Azure Attestation component, can be bypassed. The company stated that Microsoft has already fixed the reported vulnerability and that the system remains effective in identifying and preventing cheaters from entering matches. This update is part of ongoing efforts to combat cheating in Call of Duty titles, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.
Xbox Game Pass lost “millions” of subscribers from 2025’s price hike
Xbox has admitted to losing millions of Xbox Game Pass subscribers following a significant price increase in October 2025. New CEO Asha Sharma has since lowered the price of Game Pass Ultimate to $23 per month, a move that may help to recover lost subscribers. The price hike was speculated to be in response to adding Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 as a day-one release.
Best Loadouts In Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 For Season 4
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 4 has launched, introducing new guns and attachments. This guide provides recommended weapon builds for multiplayer, including specific attachments and weapon build codes for easy sharing. Featured weapons include the Voyak KT-3, MXR-17, KRS-7.62, CBRS-3, Carbon 57, and Hawker HX sniper rifle.
Best Loadouts In Call Of Duty: Warzone For BO7 Season 4
Season 4 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has arrived in Warzone, bringing new weapons and attachments. This guide provides recommended weapon builds and loadouts for the battle royale and Resurgence modes, including weapon build codes for easy sharing. It also highlights top ground loot archetypes for the Black Ops Royale mode.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026 – Nintendo Switch 2 gives Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth a big boost
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026, shows Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth re-entering the top ten at number four following its release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World also charted within the top ten.
Evening Gatherings and Events
Activision has detailed the upcoming content drop for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone Season 04. The update will introduce new gameplay elements and features for both titles.
CoD: Black Ops 7 And Warzone Season 4 Adds Maps, Guns, And The Return Of Fortune’s Keep
Activision has detailed Season 4 for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone, launching on June 4. The update introduces a new battle pass, six free DLC weapons, additional multiplayer maps including remasters, and new Zombies content with survival maps and a new map called Kowakujo. Warzone's Fortune's Keep Resurgence map also returns, alongside new seasons of Ranked Play and limited-time events.
James Bond’s Omega from 007 First Light Is Now A Real Watch You Probably Can’t Afford
Omega has released a real-world version of the Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph 007 First Light, inspired by the watch featured in the upcoming James Bond video game. This limited edition watch, priced at $9,400, incorporates bronze gold elements and is the first Omega Bond watch not to debut in a film. The article also notes the trend of video games collaborating with watch brands, citing examples like Hamilton's tie-ins with Death Stranding 2 and Resident Evil Requiem.
Best Buy’s Memorial Day Sale – Save Up to 75% On Handhelds, Controllers, Games, And More
Best Buy is holding a Memorial Day sale with discounts on over 1,300 gaming products, including handhelds, controllers, and games. Notable deals include the ASUS ROG Ally for $500 and various titles for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The sale runs until May 25.
Call of Duty shuts down PS4 rumors, confirming current gen focus for 2026 entry
Activision has officially denied rumors that the next Call of Duty title, expected in 2026, will be developed for the PlayStation 4. This marks a shift towards a current-generation-only focus, with the game slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The publisher aims to leverage new hardware for an improved player experience.
Xbox Cutting Game Pass and Pulling Call of Duty Is Finally Honest
Xbox has reduced the price of Game Pass Ultimate and will no longer offer day-one access to future Call of Duty titles, a move described as the most honest statement from the company in years. This shift acknowledges that the previous pricing and strategy were unsustainable, particularly after the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. The company is also scaling back its hardware ambitions and focusing on becoming a multi-platform publisher.
Call of Duty was never the right fit for Game Pass | Opinion
Microsoft has reversed its strategy of including Call of Duty titles on Game Pass at launch and has rolled back recent subscription price hikes. The company realized that the franchise's core audience is not primarily interested in subscription services, and the inclusion of Call of Duty did not drive expected growth or justify lost sales revenue. This move aims to correct a strategic misstep by better aligning Game Pass value with its existing subscriber base and acknowledging the distinct market segments within gaming.
Xbox Game Pass loses day one Call of Duty, but it’s getting cheaper because of it
Microsoft is reducing the monthly prices for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, while also announcing that new Call of Duty titles will no longer be available on day one for these subscription tiers. The company cited the price adjustments as a response to economic hardship, though new Call of Duty games will now arrive approximately one year after their initial release.
Eklipse vs OpusClip: Head-to-Head for Gaming Streamers (2026)
This analysis compares Eklipse and OpusClip, two AI tools for gaming streamers, highlighting Eklipse's strength in detecting in-game action and OpusClip's advantage for commentary-heavy content. Eklipse utilizes game-specific computer vision for kill feeds and clutch plays, while OpusClip focuses on speech analysis, making it better suited for podcasts and dialogue. Pricing models also differ significantly, with Eklipse offering a flat rate and OpusClip using a credit-based system that can be costly for high-volume streamers.
Ex-PlayStation boss says Microsoft is 'trying so hard to will' Xbox Game Pass 'into health' and suggests 'a clarifying post mortem would do the entire industry some good'
Former PlayStation executive Shawn Layden commented on Xbox's efforts to sustain Xbox Game Pass, suggesting the service is struggling despite Microsoft's attempts to improve its value. This follows a leaked memo from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma acknowledging the subscription service's current high cost and outlining plans for future evolution. Layden also stated that a thorough analysis of the service's performance would benefit the entire industry.
'Video games are cooked' — founder of No More Robots condemns gen AI in gaming and says 'from a publisher perspective, it's mega annoying'
Mike Rose, founder of No More Robots, has strongly criticized the use of generative AI in video games, stating that it makes the industry 'cooked' from a publisher's perspective. He notes the increasing prevalence of AI-generated content in game demos and art, making it harder for publishers to compete. Rose believes that despite negative sentiment, AI usage in games is inevitable and will continue to grow.
Call Of Duty's Dave Chappelle Skin Shows Where Activision Really Stands On Inclusivity
Activision's decision to release Dave Chappelle skins in Call of Duty for 4/20 is criticized as a step back for inclusivity, especially given Chappelle's history of transphobic remarks. This move is seen as contradictory to the game's annual Pride Month celebrations and its reputation for a toxic player community. The article argues that this choice alienates LGBTQ+ players and represents a lazy, profit-driven decision rather than genuine engagement with the game's stoner fanbase.
