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Call of Duty is the latest game deployed to celebrate the Trump Administration's violent tactics
The official White House X account posted a video intercutting footage of recent strikes in Iran with clips from Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, including a 'killstreak' animation. This action drew criticism for appearing to celebrate violent tactics, with White House communications director Steven Cheung responding with 'W's in the chat, boys!' The article also notes past instances of government agencies using video game imagery for messaging.
Quiz – Världens bästa Xbox-spel
This quiz focuses on some of the best Xbox games of all time, looking back at the platform's history. It touches upon recent studio closures and the departure of Xbox head Phil Spencer, but aims to celebrate gaming achievements.
Diskutera – Det viktigaste Xbox-spelet är...
This article discusses which Xbox game has had the most significant impact, with Halo being a prominent candidate. It highlights the importance of games for consoles, referencing titles like Gears of War, Fable, and Forza Motorsport released over Xbox's 25-year history.
Industry veteran launches indie-focused talent agency Rocket Game Talent
Industry veteran Fiona Cherback has launched Rocket Game Talent, a new agency focused on providing AAA hiring expertise to indie game studios. The agency aims to help smaller teams with talent acquisition, employer branding, and recruiting processes. Cherback previously held talent acquisition roles at PlayStation and Xbox Game Studios.
Marathon Review In Progress | Console Creatures
This in-progress review of Marathon highlights its potential as an extraction shooter but criticizes its messy UI, confusing onboarding, and high barrier to entry for new players. While the gunplay and abilities are satisfying, the game's visual clutter and lack of clear tutorials detract from the experience. A final judgment awaits the release of the endgame zone, Cryo Archive.
Bungie Addresses Marathon Difficulty Curve, Tells Players That Over Time, Recovering From a Bad Loss Will Get Easier - IGN
Bungie has addressed player concerns regarding the difficulty curve in their extraction shooter, Marathon. The developer explained that while the game is designed to be challenging, progression systems and seasonal resets are intended to make recovery from setbacks easier over time. Players are encouraged to focus on long-term progression and building their character's power floor rather than just immediate loot.
Report: Sony losing interest in bringing major PlayStation titles to PC
Sony is reportedly scaling back its strategy of releasing major PlayStation 5 titles on PC due to unimpressive sales and concerns about brand dilution. While some titles like Death Stranding 2 and Kena: Scars of Kosmora are still slated for PC release, plans for others have allegedly been scrapped. This contrasts with competitors Microsoft and Nintendo, who continue to support PC and their own hardware respectively.
Marathon Climbs to #2 in Sales as Bungie Eyes Gaming Redemption
Bungie's new game Marathon has reached the second spot in sales rankings, signaling a potential redemption for the studio. The game is being praised for its core gameplay, reminiscent of Destiny but without its perceived issues like controversial monetization and content vaulting. The success of Marathon in the extraction shooter genre suggests a broader appeal for this niche, with its deep sci-fi lore and tension-filled gameplay.
Xbox nyckel till framtiden – gör bättre spel
The article analyzes Microsoft's challenges in making the Xbox console relevant again, contrasting its struggles with Sony's success in game sales and exclusive titles. It highlights Xbox's past strengths with games like Halo and Gears of War, and its current need to focus on developing compelling first-party titles rather than relying solely on services like Game Pass.
The Marathon server slam consumed my weekend: 21 hours later, I've gone from 'meh' to believer
After an initial period of skepticism, the author became a believer in Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter Marathon during its server slam test. The game's lethal PvP, satisfying gunplay reminiscent of Halo, and deep progression systems, particularly its gun modding and loot scarcity, were highlighted as key strengths. The author found the methodical pacing and emphasis on positioning and stealth to be a refreshing departure from faster-paced shooters.
What Is The Future of Halo? - The Game Fanatics
During the Halo World Championships, it was announced that 343 Industries will be renamed Halo Studios, signaling continued investment in the franchise by Xbox/Microsoft. The studio will also transition to Unreal Engine, aiming to enhance gameplay and story development for future Halo titles.
Marathon Drops Big News, Plus More Gaming Updates
Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon is set to launch on March 5, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, featuring familiar gunplay from Halo and Destiny. Recent news also includes leaks about Starfield's potential PS5 release, Grand Theft Auto 6 appearing in PlayStation's database, and Resident Evil Requiem topping Metacritic user scores. Additionally, the Pokémon anime has yet to adapt the Red vs. Gold battle, and the 4X strategy game Old World is receiving a new DLC.
Halo players are having a meltdown over Women’s History Month post
Bungie faced backlash on social media for a Women's History Month post celebrating women in Halo. Many players criticized the post as performative, especially in light of past decisions to remove female Spartan armor designs. The article discusses the sexist rhetoric used by some players and questions Bungie's actual commitment to representation in gaming.
Marathon is good, actually: the Arc Raiders-rivalling extraction shooter proves Bungie has still got what made Halo and Destiny great
Marathon's Server Slam offered a deep dive into Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter, revealing that despite a shaky initial inventory experience, the core gunplay is exceptionally strong. The game excels in fast-paced sci-fi combat, with satisfying weapon mechanics reminiscent of Bungie's past successes like Halo and Destiny, and fluid movement that keeps players engaged.
Mass pre-order cancellations have gamers wondering: Is Marathon the next Concord?
Marathon is experiencing a significant player drop following its Server Slam event, with player counts falling drastically from a peak of 144,000 to around 60,000. This decline, coupled with criticism of its UI, art style, and gameplay, has led to pre-order cancellations and demands for a price reduction. The game's struggles are contrasted with ARC Raiders, which maintains a much higher player count, raising concerns about Marathon's future in the extraction shooter genre.
Marathon outsells Arc Raiders in launch week as Bungie's latest is not a flop
Bungie's Marathon has seen strong interest during its free Server Slam playtest, performing well on Steam's top sellers list and Twitch viewership, surpassing Arc Raiders in concurrent players. Despite a tumultuous development, the extraction shooter's early performance indicates positive player engagement ahead of its March 5 launch.
Gaming Legend Marty Takes Aim at Axios Over Halo Controversy
A prominent gaming figure known as "Marty the Elder" has publicly criticized Axios and other major gaming publications, sparking widespread discussion within the Halo community and on social media. This controversy highlights ongoing tensions between industry veterans and modern gaming journalism practices, with the community showing strong support for the criticism.
Phil Spencer to Retire as Microsoft Gaming CEO, Xbox President Sarah Bond Resigns — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer and Xbox President Sarah Bond are stepping down, with Asha Sharma appointed as the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming. Satya Nadella's internal email highlights Sharma's experience in scaling services and platforms, and Matt Booty will serve as Executive Vice President and Chief Content Officer, emphasizing a focus on great games and the future of play with AI integration.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Review | Giant Bomb
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a triumphant return to form, closely mirroring the tone, gameplay, and quality of the original Metroid Prime. The game masterfully balances combat, puzzle-solving, atmosphere, and platforming, offering a deeply satisfying exploration experience with excellent motion controls. It stands as the best-looking game on the Nintendo Switch 2 and a strong contender for the series' best entries.
Everything new in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4, themed around gaming culture, is set to launch on August 20th. The season will introduce new skins and map elements inspired by classic video games like Sonic the Hedgehog, Pac-Man, and Mega Man, alongside original characters and a new battle pass. The update will also bring content to Fortnite's Battle Royale, Festival, and Lego modes.
