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Xbox CEO Wants To Know If You Spell It "Xbox" Or "XBOX"
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is polling players on whether the brand name should be spelled "Xbox" or "XBOX," with "XBOX" currently leading. The discussion comes as Xbox faces challenges, including declining hardware and services revenue and a shift towards multiplatform releases, with games like Call of Duty no longer being day-one additions to Game Pass.
Virtual Boy icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo has added Virtual Boy themed icons as a bonus for Nintendo Switch Online members. These icons can be purchased for 10 Platinum Points each on My Nintendo and are available until May 27, 2026. This follows the recent addition of new games to the Nintendo Classics - Virtual Boy app.
PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium Games For May 2026 Revealed
Sony has announced the lineup of games coming to the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Game Catalog in May, available starting May 20. Titles include Star Wars Outlaws, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Enotria: The Last Song, among others. Additionally, all PS Plus members can claim EA Sports FC 26, Wuchang Fallen Feathers, and Nine Sols until June 1.
Xbox’s Project Saluki is Game Pass for China, Positron is Disc-to-Digital Ownership Transfer – Rumor
Rumors 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.
50 Game Pass-spel ingår i Discord Nitro
Discord Nitro is now offering a "starter version" of Xbox Game Pass, which includes over 50 games for PC and console, along with ten hours of cloud gaming. This bundle is available for Discord Nitro subscribers at a cost of 10 euros per month or 100 euros per year.
Sony: PS Plus Gets 'Four to Six' Day One Games Per Year - And the Focus Is on Indies
Sony's Chris Svensson stated that PlayStation Plus will feature between four to six day-one game releases annually, primarily focusing on indie titles. This strategy differs from competitors like Xbox Game Pass, which offers more day-one releases. Sony curates its PS Plus offerings, emphasizing exposure for developers.
Fans believe NSO game drop this week because Nintendo Music wasn’t updated at usual time
Fans are speculating that new games will be added to the Nintendo Switch Online service this week, citing an unusual delay in the Nintendo Music update. The Nintendo Switch Online app for both Super Nintendo Entertainment System and Nintendo Entertainment System games has recently received updates, though no new titles have been officially announced.
Discord Nitro subscribers to receive "starter edition" of Xbox Game Pass through new partnership
Xbox 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.
Fallout 4 and Stardew Valley lead new Xbox Game Pass "starter edition" tier for Discord Nitro subscribers
Xbox Game Pass is now available in a limited capacity for Discord Nitro subscribers, featuring games like Fallout 4 and Stardew Valley. This partnership aims to make Game Pass more flexible and accessible, following recent price adjustments and statements from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma about the service being too expensive.
Discord Nitro Now Comes With Game Pass “Starter Edition”
Discord and Xbox have partnered to offer a "starter edition" of Xbox Game Pass to Discord Nitro subscribers, including over 50 games. This edition has limitations on game streaming and console online multiplayer, primarily targeting PC users. Eligible Game Pass users will also receive exclusive Discord perks.
How to get Xbox Game Pass free with Discord Nitro
Subscribers to Discord Nitro can claim a free Starter Edition of Xbox Game Pass, which includes over 50 games and 10 hours of cloud gaming monthly. The promotion is part of Discord's Nitro Rewards program. Users can claim the offer through the Nitro Home page in the Discord app by linking their Microsoft account.
Xbox Game Pass "starter edition" now officially bundled with Discord Nitro memberships, with more benefits coming soon
Xbox 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.
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TikTok has launched an ad-free subscription plan in the United Kingdom. This move introduces a new revenue stream for the social media platform beyond advertising.
Xbox Game Pass And Discord Nitro Partnership Integrate For Better | Console Creatures
Xbox and Discord have announced a new partnership integrating Xbox Game Pass benefits with Discord Nitro memberships. Eligible Discord Nitro members will receive a starter edition of Xbox Game Pass, and Xbox Game Pass subscribers will gain access to specific Discord Nitro perks. This collaboration aims to enhance flexibility and discovery for users across both platforms.
Xbox and Discord Team Up For Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition and Perks
Microsoft 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.
Xbox Game Pass and Discord: Building on Our Partnership to Bring More Benefits to Players
Xbox and Discord are expanding their partnership to offer more benefits to players. Discord Nitro members will receive a starter edition of Xbox Game Pass, and soon, eligible Xbox Game Pass subscribers will gain access to Discord Nitro benefits, including monthly Discord Orbs and Shop discounts. This collaboration aims to enhance social gaming experiences and make it easier for players to discover and play games together.
Is Forza Horizon 6 on Game Pass?
Forza Horizon 6 will be available on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass on its launch day, May 19. Subscribers to the Ultimate and PC tiers can play the game at no additional cost. Players seeking early access or additional content like car packs and expansions can purchase the Premium Edition or a Premium Upgrade Bundle separately.
TikTok is rolling out an ad-free option in the UK
TikTok is launching an ad-free subscription option in the United Kingdom, marking the first time such a service has been offered in an English-speaking country. This move introduces a new revenue stream for the social media platform.
Nintendo President Apologizes for Switch 2 Price Hike, Promises Robust Software Lineup
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa has apologized for the upcoming price increase of the Nintendo Switch 2, citing rising production costs and global shortages. The company plans to mitigate this by ensuring a robust software lineup. Price adjustments will also affect the original Nintendo Switch models and Nintendo Switch Online services starting in May and July, respectively.
Discord Nitro Now Includes Game Pass Starter Benefits, Game Pass to Get Nitro Benefits “Soon”
Xbox and Discord have announced a new partnership that will integrate benefits between Discord Nitro and Xbox Game Pass. Initially, Discord Nitro will include a Game Pass Starter subscription, with Game Pass subscribers gaining access to exclusive Discord Nitro benefits in the future. This collaboration aims to enhance game discoverability and social features for players.
