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Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 23, 2026 – Tomodachi Life is unbeatableThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 23, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New releases like Rune Dice and Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection also appeared on the download-only list. The article provides a comprehensive ranking of the top 30 games and download-only titles.
Proton 11 Beta 5 released with more regression fixesValve has released Proton 11 Beta 5, focusing on regression fixes and improving compatibility for various games on Linux. This update addresses controller input issues, performance problems, and ensures games like BattleBit Remastered and Assassin's Creed Shadows are playable. The release also includes updates to underlying components like vkd3d-proton and dxvk.
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.
Xbox’s Project Saluki is Game Pass for China, Positron is Disc-to-Digital Ownership Transfer – RumorRumors suggest Xbox is developing 'Project Saluki' for the Chinese market, a version of Game Pass tailored to local regulations and featuring microtransactions. Additionally, 'Positron' is reportedly a new feature allowing digital ownership transfer for physical game copies, signaling a potential push towards digital-only consoles and services.
Discord Nitro subscribers to receive "starter edition" of Xbox Game Pass through new partnershipXbox and Discord have partnered to offer a "starter edition" of Xbox Game Pass to Discord Nitro subscribers at no additional cost. This edition includes access to over 50 PC and console games, along with cloud gaming benefits. In return, eligible Game Pass subscribers will receive Discord Nitro benefits, including monthly Discord Orbs and Shop discounts.
Xbox Game Pass "starter edition" now officially bundled with Discord Nitro memberships, with more benefits coming soonXbox Game Pass has officially partnered with Discord Nitro, offering a starter edition of the subscription service to eligible Nitro members. This collaboration also includes deeper integration within Discord, allowing users to easily access and try Game Pass titles. Separately, a debate is ongoing in California regarding consumer protection law AB 1921, which aims to ensure offline access or refunds for games when online services cease, with the ESA opposing it and consumer groups like Stop Killing Games supporting it.
Xbox and Discord Team Up For Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition and PerksMicrosoft and Discord have announced a new partnership that will integrate their subscription services. Discord's premium Nitro subscription will now include a starter edition of Xbox Game Pass with over 50 PC and console games, 10 hours of cloud gaming, and periodically added titles. Xbox Game Pass subscribers will also receive benefits for Discord Nitro, including monthly Orbs and discounts on the Discord shop.
Game Pass Starter Edition Announced, Here's What It's All AboutMicrosoft and Discord have partnered to launch Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition, available to Discord Nitro members. This new tier offers access to over 50 PC games and 10 hours of cloud gaming per month, with existing Discord Nitro benefits remaining unchanged.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 2, 2026 – nothing is stopping Tomodachi Life: Living the DreamThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 2, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New download-only titles like Elementallis and Monster Crown: Sin Eater also made appearances in the top 30.
Xbox games are making bank on PlayStationXbox games generated $667 million in gross revenue by being ported to PlayStation 5, according to a report by Rhys Elliott of Alinea Analytics. While some titles like Forza Horizon 5 and Sea of Thieves performed exceptionally well, others like Starfield and Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition also met sales thresholds. Sony, conversely, is not planning to port more PlayStation 5 games to PC, focusing on single-player exclusives for its console while live-service games will be multiplatform.
Xbox Games On PlayStation Have Made A Staggering Amount Of Money, Report SaysA report from Alinea Analytics indicates that Xbox games released on PlayStation 5 have generated over $650 million in gross revenue. Forza Horizon 5 led sales with over 5.8 million copies, followed by Sea of Thieves and Oblivion Remastered. This data suggests a significant market for Xbox titles on Sony's platform, despite ongoing discussions about the company's multiplatform strategy.
Proton Experimental and Proton 11 Beta updated to fix issues with the EA AppValve has released updates for Proton Experimental and Proton 11 Beta, primarily to address issues with the EA App on Linux and SteamOS. The updates include a new version of Xalia, which should resolve lockups when interacting with the EA App. Numerous other game-specific fixes and improvements are also detailed, covering a wide range of titles and functionalities.
Xbox at Summer Game Fest Play Days 2026: Meet the Developers of This Year’s Featured GamesXbox is showcasing a variety of upcoming games from developers worldwide at Summer Game Fest Play Days. Featured titles include Grounded 2, Aniimo, Grave Seasons, Gungrave Gore: Blood Heat, Valor Mortis, Erosion, Don't Fret, Way to the Woods, and My Arms Are Longer Now, with many offering playable demos.- Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 25, 2026 – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream wins againThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 25, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate follow in second and third place respectively, indicating a stable sales landscape.
Xbox leaders lay out new priorities for the company's future, and promise 'flexible pricing' and a focus on 'daily active players' by prioritizing 'hardware, content, experience, and services'Xbox leaders Asha Sharma and Matt Booty have outlined new priorities focusing on 'daily active players' and a shift back to the 'Xbox' brand name. The company plans to offer 'flexible pricing' for its services and reevaluate its approach to exclusivity, windowing, and AI. This strategic shift aims to build a global platform connecting players and creators, with a strong emphasis on hardware, content, experience, and services.
Leak claims a new Xbox Game Pass tier called 'Starter Edition' that includes '50+ games' and more will be bundled with Discord NitroA leak suggests Microsoft is planning a new Xbox Game Pass tier called 'Starter Edition' that will be bundled with Discord Nitro subscriptions. This tier reportedly includes over 50 games, 10 hours of monthly cloud gaming, and Xbox rewards. This news follows recent price adjustments to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
Leaked Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition looks to bundle a small library of games with your Discord Nitro membershipLeaked information suggests Microsoft is planning a new 'Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition' tier. This edition would reportedly bundle a selection of over 50 games with a Discord Nitro subscription, aiming to attract new users to Game Pass. The offering is expected to be similar to the current Game Pass Essential tier, including limited cloud gaming access and Xbox Rewards points, though pricing details are currently unknown.
"Game Pass Starter Edition" For Discord Nitro Members LeaksA leak suggests that Discord Nitro members will soon receive a 'Game Pass Starter Edition' offering over 50 games and 10 hours of Xbox Cloud streaming per month. The leaked art also indicates titles like Gears 5, Dishonored 2, and Fallout 4 could be included. Microsoft has been contacted for comment regarding this potential new tier of Game Pass.
Bethesda showed the Fallout: New Vegas team a "powerpoint about all the things Obsidian did wrong," dev says:…Former Fallout: New Vegas senior designer Chris Avellone revealed that Bethesda presented Obsidian Entertainment with a PowerPoint detailing the game's perceived failures. Avellone expressed that this presentation was demoralizing, despite Obsidian's efforts to keep the Fallout franchise relevant. Bethesda later took the series in-house for Fallout 4 and Fallout 76, while Obsidian moved on to other original IPs.
Proton Experimental upgraded to Proton 11 for better Linux gaming compatibilityValve has updated Proton Experimental to align with the latest stable Proton 11 release, enhancing compatibility for Windows games on Linux and SteamOS. This update includes fixes for various regressions and adds support for numerous previously unplayable titles, alongside improvements to graphics, audio, and controller functionality.