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Sunday Consolidation
Xbox Insiders can now personalize their experience with new color options and on-screen controller settings. Matt Booty also discussed upcoming games, including Forza and Call of Duty, in a recent interview.
Saturday Interviews
This article features an interview with Infinity Ward, the developers behind the Call of Duty franchise. The conversation likely delves into their development process and insights into the popular first-person shooter series.
From The Witcher to Fallout: The Best GUNNAR Optiks Collaborations
This article highlights the best gaming eyewear collaborations from GUNNAR Optiks, focusing on designs inspired by popular video games and franchises. It details specific models inspired by The Witcher, Cyberpunk 2077, Call of Duty, Alienware, Fallout, and Overwatch, noting their unique aesthetics, blue light filtering capabilities, and available lens options.
Game Pass success story: It turns out that when you make things cheaper, more people will buy them
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma indicated that reducing the price of Game Pass has led to improved subscriber acquisition and retention, reversing a trend of slowing growth and accelerated subscriber loss following a significant price hike in October 2025. While the price reduction is seen as a positive first step, Sharma acknowledged that restoring durable growth will require ongoing effort, with potential future strategies including an ad-supported tier for Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Matt Booty Talks Games Showcase, Forza, CoD, and More | Official XBOX Podcast
Matt Booty, head of Xbox Game Studios, discusses the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase, the future of the Forza franchise, and the integration of Call of Duty into the Xbox ecosystem. The conversation touches on the company's overall strategy and upcoming releases.
Do Gamers Undervalue Cyber Security?
This article discusses how many gamers undervalue cybersecurity, often associating it only with in-game elements rather than real-world threats like DDoS attacks and malware. It highlights common vulnerabilities such as IP address exposure through P2P networking and outdated systems. The piece recommends protective measures like using VPNs, enabling two-factor authentication on gaming accounts, and keeping software updated to mitigate these risks.
Games Inbox: Will Modern Warfare 4 save Call Of Duty?
Readers discuss the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with concerns that Activision is not taking enough time to address player dissatisfaction. Other topics include the potential for Persona 6 leaks to be AI-generated, the quality of movie-licensed games, and the rising cost of next-generation consoles.
Where to find the Minamino region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6
This guide details the location of the Minamino region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6's Series 1: Welcome to Japan update. Players can find the treasure chest near a white flag on the western side of the golf course in the Minamino region, earning 100,000 credits and three Festival Playlist points upon completion.
Modern Warfare 4's Kill Block will be Call of Duty's first dynamic multiplayer map
Modern Warfare 4 will feature Kill Block, a unique multiplayer map with over 500 potential combinations, making it the first dynamic map in the Call of Duty series. This innovative design promises a constantly changing battlefield for players.
Xbox CEO says Game Pass price cuts are "a good first step" but the company has a lot more to do
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that recent price cuts for Xbox Game Pass are a positive initial step towards restoring durable growth for the division. She acknowledged that subscriber growth had slowed and retention decreased after previous pricing changes, but noted improvements since the reductions. Sharma emphasized that further work and difficult choices are necessary to address the company's challenges.
Call Of Duty’s Prestige System Is Getting A Big Change In Modern Warfare 4
Activision has revealed that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will feature a new choice for multiplayer progression: players can opt for a classic prestige system that resets create-a-class progress for rewards, or a regular path that allows progression without losing content. The game launches on October 23 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, and will include campaign, multiplayer, and DMZ modes. Modern Warfare 4 will also have an open-beta early access period prior to release.
Modern Warfare 4 goes head-to-head with Arc Raiders and Escape from Tarkov as Call of Duty's extraction shooter…
Activision is re-entering the extraction shooter genre with Modern Warfare 4, featuring an expanded DMZ mode described as the definitive Call of Duty extraction experience. The game is set to launch on October 23, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X, promising a living combat sandbox with shifting conditions and dynamic objectives. Infinity Ward aims to refine the extraction shooter formula based on lessons learned from the Modern Warfare 2 beta.
Leaks Suggest This Year's Call of Duty Is Modern Warfare 4
Leaks suggest that the next Call of Duty title, expected in 2026, will be subtitled Modern Warfare 4. Reliable leaker billbil-kun posted an image that appears to confirm the title, which is distinct from Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. Infinity Ward recently teased the new game, and an official announcement is anticipated during the Xbox showcase on June 7th.
New Call Of Duty Cover Leak Looks Like It Was Taken Through A Shower Door
A blurry image believed to be the cover art for the next Call of Duty game, rumored to be Modern Warfare 4, has leaked online. The art, posted by a reliable leaker, shows three soldiers and is described as being very low quality. Infinity Ward is expected to lead development on the title, which is slated for a PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S release and will reportedly not launch day-one on Xbox Game Pass.
Microsoft Reaches $250 Million Settlement in Lawsuit With Activision Blizzard Shareholders
Microsoft has settled a shareholder lawsuit related to its acquisition of Activision Blizzard for $250 million. The lawsuit, led by the Sjunde-AP-Fonden fund, accused former Activision Blizzard executives, including CEO Bobby Kotick, of breaching fiduciary duties by agreeing to the acquisition price. Both Microsoft and Kotick deny the allegations, with the settlement aimed at avoiding litigation distractions. The acquisition was finalized in October 2023, bringing Activision Blizzard into the Xbox family.
Microsoft to pay $250M to settle lawsuit filed by aggrieved Activision Blizzard shareholders
Microsoft has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a lawsuit filed by Swedish pension fund Sjunde AP-Fonden (AP7) concerning its $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. The lawsuit alleged that former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick rushed the sale to avoid consequences of sexual harassment allegations. Microsoft stated it is settling to avoid litigation burdens and does not substantiate the claims of systemic misconduct.
League of Legends won't be following the trend of having tons of collaboration skins: 'The second you do [it],…
Riot Games, specifically for League of Legends, will not be implementing third-party collaboration skins, according to lead designer August Browning. He stated that such crossovers drastically change the game's tone and can dilute its identity, contrasting with trends seen in games like Fortnite and Call of Duty. While acknowledging the appeal of such collaborations, Riot prefers to maintain its own distinct identity.
Games Inbox: Is Forza Horizon 6 the best game of 2026?
Readers discuss the potential of Forza Horizon 6 to be a game of the year, Xbox's franchise management, and the peculiar reveal of Unreal Engine 6. There's also praise for Resident Evil Requiem's innovative horror elements and design, with comparisons to other entries in the series.
Games Inbox: Is Destiny 2 a dead game now?
Readers discuss the current state of Destiny 2, with one questioning if it's a 'dead game' due to Bungie's handling of content and vaulting. Other topics include the timing of summer gaming showcases, Nintendo's pricing strategy, Sega's revival of old franchises, and the decline of traditional game announcements.
Infinity Ward is Developing “The Definitive Modern Warfare” That Starts “A New Chapter”
Infinity Ward has confirmed it is developing a new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare title, which it describes as "the definitive Modern Warfare" and the start of a "new chapter" for the series. The studio emphasized its commitment to creating immersive combat experiences. This new entry will not be released on PlayStation 4, marking the first time a Call of Duty game has skipped Sony's eighth-generation console since 2013.
