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Starward: The Story Behind the Black Rock Shooter Collaboration
The 2v2 mecha girl combat game Starward has launched a collaboration event with the Black Rock Shooter IP, adding the iconic character as a playable unit. Black Rock Shooter can switch between blade and cannon combat stances, offering high mobility and ranged attacks. The collaboration also introduces new character Dead Master in a future update, with game designer Zongzi highlighting player anticipation and the character's design fitting the game's framework. Starward is available for free on Xbox platforms.
Xbox Presents Special Look at Stranger Than Heaven Set for May 6
Xbox announced a special presentation called 'Xbox Presents: A Special Look at Stranger Than Heaven' for SEGA's RGG Studio game, airing on May 6. The showcase will feature new details on the game's story, world, characters, and development, with appearances from the game's developers and cast. It will be available on YouTube, Twitch, and regional Xbox channels.
You can now choose which games use Quick Resume on Xbox
Microsoft has introduced an update allowing Xbox users to select which games utilize the Quick Resume feature. This update also includes other enhancements for both consoles and the Xbox PC app.
ROG Xbox Ally To Dock With A Host Of New Updates
The ASUS ROG Ally is receiving a series of updates aimed at enhancing its handheld and docked performance, bringing it closer to a traditional Xbox console experience. Key improvements include better docked play features like Auto Low Latency Mode and Variable Refresh Rate, along with Auto Super Resolution for sharper visuals on larger displays. The Xbox PC app will also be updated to consolidate all installed games into a single interface, and haptic feedback and Bluetooth LE Audio are being refined for greater immersion and lower latency.
Xbox Mode Begins Rolling Out to Players on Windows 11 PCs Today
Microsoft is rolling out a new 'Xbox mode' to Windows 11 PCs, offering a console-inspired, controller-optimized full-screen experience for gaming. This feature aims to make jumping into games easier on desktops, laptops, and handheld PCs, integrating with Xbox Game Pass and other PC storefronts.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, who took the job less than 3 months ago, says 'player and revenue growth has not yet met our ambition' as Microsoft gaming continues to slide
New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma acknowledged that player and revenue growth has not met the company's ambitions, following a 7% decrease in Microsoft's gaming revenue for Q3 FY26. Despite a decline in Xbox content and services, and a significant drop in hardware sales, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella highlighted record monthly active Xbox users and game streaming hours while emphasizing foundational work to win back fans.
The Coma 3: Bloodlines Released
The Coma 3: Bloodlines has been released for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. This new installment in the horror adventure series features shadow monsters and threatening puppets.
April Xbox Update: Customize Your Console, Manually Add Your Favorite Games on PC, and More.
Microsoft has released its April update for Xbox, introducing new customization options for consoles and PC. Console users can now pin more groups to Home, customize colors, and disable Quick Resume on a per-game basis, alongside a new Play History tab. PC users gain the ability to manually add games to their Xbox library and pin favorites to Home, with improved gamepad cursor functionality.
Stranger Than Heaven First Look Details Announced, Airing May 6th | Console Creatures
RGG Studio has announced full details for an upcoming 30-minute presentation titled "Xbox Presents: A Special Look At Stranger Than Heaven." The special will air on May 6th at 7 pm EST, showcasing the story, world, characters, and gameplay of their new title, which spans five eras in Japan. The presentation will be available on Xbox's social channels, including YouTube and Twitch.
New ROG Xbox Ally Updates: Docking Improvements, Auto SR Preview, Collective Library, Enhanced Vibration, and More
Microsoft and ASUS have released significant updates for the ROG Ally and ROG Ally X handheld PCs, focusing on improving docked play experiences with features like automatic TV display switching and enhanced smart TV compatibility. The updates also introduce a new Display Widget in Game Bar for easier setting adjustments, improved controller pairing, and a preview of Auto Super Resolution technology for sharper visuals on external displays.
The ROG Xbox Ally X is getting some updates, including Automatic Super Resolution
The ASUS ROG Ally handheld gaming PC is receiving software updates, including the addition of Automatic Super Resolution. These updates are currently available for preview by Xbox Insiders.
A gaming CEO just said 'We’ve been a little bit too romantic about the idea that we should have employees and give people long-term job security', and doesn't that sum up everything wrong with the industry right now
Ustwo Games CEO Maria Sayans has sparked debate by suggesting the company has been "too romantic" about providing long-term job security to employees, citing high development costs in London. The studio is shifting its strategy towards PC and console releases, potentially relying more on contractors to manage growth and reduce budgets, a move Sayans admits she dislikes.
Master the Gunboat and Ascend in Vibrant Shoot ‘em Up Gunboat God - Available Now on PlayStation and Xbox
The 2D shoot 'em up game Gunboat God is now available on PlayStation and Xbox for $12.99, following its earlier release on PC. Players can captain their own gunboat, upgrade abilities, and fight their way to the Citadel in the Sky.
Subnautica 2 launches May 14 in early access on Steam, Epic, and Xbox – with Krafton not listed as publisher after…
Subnautica 2 will launch in early access on May 14 for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and on Xbox, included with Game Pass. The game's developer, Unknown Worlds, is co-publishing with Krafton, despite a recent legal dispute that saw Krafton removed as publisher from store pages. The early access trailer hints at a narrative involving a colony ship and survival on an alien world.
After a glitch accidentally gave away a beloved RPG for free, the developer is letting you keep it
Developer inExile Entertainment is allowing players who received a non-working version of Wasteland Remastered due to a glitch to keep a functional copy. The glitch on the Microsoft Store had mistakenly given the game away for free. InExile is also working on the upcoming RPG Clockwork Revolution.
Star Wars Galactic Racer release date revealed, alongside Deluxe and Collector Editions
Star Wars Galactic Racer is set to launch on October 6th, 2026, for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The game will feature Standard, Deluxe, and Collector's Editions, with the latter including exclusive vehicles, digital art books, and physical collectibles. Pre-orders are now available, with pricing details for the Collector's Edition yet to be announced.
Tune In Thursday 7 May @ 12AM BST for Xbox Presents: A Special Look at STRANGER THAN HEAVEN
Xbox will host a special presentation on May 7th, 2026, at 12 AM BST, titled 'Xbox Presents: A Special Look at STRANGER THAN HEAVEN'. This event, dedicated to SEGA's RGG Studio project, will feature developers and cast members discussing the game's story, world, and characters. The presentation will be available on YouTube and Twitch.
HP Omen AI and HyperX 2026 Gaming Tech Showcase: Modular Controllers, 80-Hour Headsets, and Brain-Computer Gaming
HP's Omen division and HyperX showcased new gaming technology focusing on modularity, customization, and AI-driven enhancements. Key reveals include headsets with up to 80-hour battery life, a leverless fighting game controller, a highly customizable traditional controller with Hall effect technology, and experimental brain-computer interface integration. The Omen software will also feature AI for dynamic system performance optimization.
Feature: "It Is Just One-To-One" - MachineGames Talks Preserving 'Indiana Jones And The Great Circle' On Switch 2
MachineGames Creative Director Axel Torvenius discusses the development of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for the Switch 2, emphasizing that the port is a one-to-one experience with no cut content, only a 30fps cap. He highlights the challenges of optimizing the game for the new hardware and the importance of preserving the original tone and character of Indiana Jones, praising the performances of Troy Baker and the late Tony Todd.
Xbox Games Showcase 2026: What to Expect From the Biggest Xbox Event in Years
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is set to be a pivotal event for Microsoft, featuring new game announcements and a deep dive into Gears of War: E-Day. The showcase will also highlight the company's new direction under leadership of Asha Sharma, following Phil Spencer's retirement. Potential teases for next-generation hardware and updates on titles like Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and remakes of Halo: Combat Evolved and Fallout 3 are expected.