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This year's Xbox Games Showcase is set for June 7
Microsoft has announced that the Xbox Games Showcase will take place on June 7, followed by a deep dive into Gears of War: E-Day. The event will feature updates on Fable, Minecraft Dungeons 2, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and other upcoming titles. Microsoft is also celebrating the Xbox brand's 25th anniversary with an in-person Xbox FanFest event in Los Angeles.
Xbox Partner Showcase & Crimson Desert – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #226
TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 226 covers the Xbox Partner Showcase, featuring updates on games like Stranger Than Heaven, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, and Hades II. The hosts also discuss the impact of a downturn in Fortnite on Epic Games and share their thoughts on the divisive game Crimson Desert.
Saturday Consolidation
Microsoft's Project Helix is discussed as potentially beneficial for gamers on PC but detrimental to the Xbox brand. A trailer was also released for the Nintendo Switch game Aarik And The Ruined Kingdom.
Evening Consolidation
Way of the Hunter 2 has been announced and is coming soon to Xbox Series X|S. The article also mentions the Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 537, titled 'Speaking Saros'.
Meta Quest usage reaches "all-time high" in 2025 despite studio closures and layoffs
Meta Quest hardware usage reached an all-time high in 2025, with over 100 titles surpassing $1 million in gross revenue. In-app purchase sales also saw a growth of over 10% during the same period, despite recent studio closures and layoffs within the company.
Meta Quest usage reaches ″all-time high″ in 2025 despite studio closures and layoffs
Meta Quest hardware usage reached an all-time high in 2025, despite recent studio closures and layoffs within the company. The article also briefly mentions the evolution of Razer's 2026 Blade 16 gaming laptop, highlighting its thin profile and immersive gameplay capabilities.
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Gfinityesports.com, part of Gfinity PLC, has established itself as a content provider for competitive gaming communities since 2019. The company emphasizes its team of passionate gamers and adherence to high editorial standards, including integrity, quality, and editorial independence, to deliver unbiased content.
The home of gaming news!
Gfinityesports.com, part of Gfinity PLC, has established itself as a content provider for competitive gaming communities since 2019. The company emphasizes its team of passionate gamers and adherence to high editorial standards, including integrity, quality, and editorial independence, to deliver unbiased content.
How social media’s landmark court loss will affect gaming, whether we like it or not
A recent court ruling against social media platforms, likened to Big Tobacco's legal battles, could significantly impact the gaming industry. The article discusses how restrictions on social media's engagement-farming business models might affect game announcements, advertising, and news dissemination. It also touches upon the potential positive effects on children's mental health and addiction cycles.
Meta Quest usage reaches "all-time high" in 2025 despite studio closures and layoffs
Meta Quest usage reached an all-time high in 2025, with over 100 titles grossing more than $1 million and in-app purchase revenue increasing by over 10%. Despite studio closures and a significant loss in its Reality Labs division, Meta remains the largest investor in VR globally. The company also removed Horizon Worlds from its store after data indicated it did not improve device retention.
Balatro publisher Playstack has a 'hit ratio' of over 85 percent
Balatro publisher Playstack boasts a high success rate for its published titles. Meanwhile, two senior Xbox leaders, Lori Wright and Haiyan Zhang, have departed Microsoft, announcing their exits on LinkedIn.
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Two more senior Xbox leaders exit Microsoft
Two senior leaders have departed Microsoft's Xbox division: Lori Wright, corporate VP of partnerships, business development, and marketing, and Haiyan Zhang, general manager of gaming AI. Both individuals announced their exits on LinkedIn.
Two more senior Xbox leaders exit Microsoft
Two senior leaders have departed Microsoft's Xbox division: Lori Wright, corporate VP of partnerships, business development, and marketing, and Haiyan Zhang, general manager of gaming AI. Both individuals announced their exits on LinkedIn.
Microsoft Loses Corporate VP and Xbox General Manager of Gaming AI
Microsoft has seen several senior departures from its Xbox division, including corporate VP Lori Wright and general manager of gaming AI Haiyan Zhang. Zhang is joining Netflix to focus on its gaming initiatives, while Wright's future plans are unannounced. These exits follow recent changes in Xbox leadership, including the retirement of Phil Spencer and departure of Sarah Bond.
Two more senior Xbox leaders exit Microsoft
Two senior leaders, corporate VP Lori Wright and general manager of gaming AI Haiyan Zhang, have departed Microsoft after over a decade of service. Zhang will be joining Netflix's gaming team, while Wright's next steps are unannounced. These exits follow recent leadership changes at Xbox, including the retirement of Phil Spencer and the departure of Sarah Bond.
Resident Evil Requiem Tops February 2026 Sales as U.S. Game Spending Reaches $4.6 Billion
Resident Evil Requiem topped U.S. video game sales in February 2026, contributing to a total industry spending of $4.6 billion. Discussions highlight the platform sales distribution, with PlayStation 5 leading, followed by PC and then Xbox Series X, sparking debate about player base sizes and platform preferences.
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Resident Evil Requiem Reigns Supreme in February 2026, Circana Says
Circana's February 2026 US sales data shows Resident Evil Requiem as the top-selling game for both the month and year-to-date. NBA 2K26 and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 followed in second and third place respectively. The PlayStation 5 was the best-selling console, with the Nintendo Switch 2 in second, as the overall hardware market saw a 22% increase.
'People were telling me, this is massive' — Assassin's Creed Shadows Yasuke actor reflects on his…
Tongayi Chirisa, the voice actor for Yasuke in Assassin's Creed Shadows, expressed surprise at the massive scale of the gaming industry, noting it surpasses film and television in reach. He discussed his research into the historical figure and praised the development team's handling of the character's narrative arc. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
