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00:08:54

Ninja Theory Layoffs Now Begin After Xbox Deals Fell...

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2026/10/06

Ninja Theory employees have begun reporting layoffs and potential redundancies as the Hellblade developer faces an uncertain future under Xbox.Microsoft revealed in September that two separate agreements to divest Ninja Theory had fallen through, leading Xbox to begin consultation on a proposed closure while continuing to explore other options. Now, multiple developers across programming, art, audio and technical roles have indicated that they've either left the studio or are at risk of

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00:08:04

I Played Star Wars Galactic Racer — This Might Be My...

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2026/10/06

I got an early look at Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and this might end up being my favorite racing game of 2026.The sense of speed is fantastic, the different vehicles actually feel meaningfully different, and the combination of boosts, upgrades, environmental hazards and takedowns gives every race a surprising amount of strategy. Most importantly, it absolutely captures the sound, speed and chaos that makes Star Wars racing so much fun.Here are my first impressions of Star Wars: Galactic Racer ahead

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00:08:47

The Truth About Xbox's Future | It Is NOT For Sale

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2026/10/03

Xbox is not for sale, according to Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma, who directly addressed speculation about the future of Xbox in a new interview with The New York Times.Sharma says Microsoft is taking a long-term approach to Xbox, while continuing to evaluate the right partnerships and operating model for its gaming business.After months of Xbox restructuring, layoffs, studio changes and speculation about Microsoft's gaming strategy, we break down what Sharma actually said, what it means for

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00:13:12

Gears of War: E-Day Devs Are Proud It’s an Xbox...

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2026/10/02

I sat down with developers from The Coalition to talk about Gears of War: E-Day, including why they wanted the game to capture the feeling of the original Gears of War while building something completely new.We also discuss Marcus and Dom's relationship before the original trilogy, the horror and chaos of E-Day, pushing Unreal Engine and the game's visuals, favorite weapons, and what it means for Gears of War: E-Day to be positioned as an Xbox exclusive and technical showcase.#gearsofwar

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00:09:52

Gears of War: E-Day Review – Gears Is Back

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2026/10/02

Gears of War: E-Day takes the series back to the beginning with a campaign focused on survival, camaraderie, and plenty of brutal Locust combat.After finishing the campaign, I came away incredibly positive on what The Coalition has built. E-Day delivers fantastic set pieces, gorgeous environments, satisfying weapons and combat, and some memorable character moments as Marcus, Dom, Lucas, Mags and the rest of the crew fight to survive Emergence Day.There are some rough edges. Companion AI can

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00:14:18

The Halo Team Responded to the Backlash… It Didn’t Go...

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2026/09/30

UPDATE: Halo has now responded to the growing discussion surrounding creator access, criticism of Halo Studios, and allegations that some longtime Halo creators were excluded from opportunities.Halo community director Brian Jarrard addressed the situation publicly, attempting to provide more context around how creators are selected and why some people may or may not receive access.Instead of putting the controversy to rest, though, the response has sparked even more discussion from Halo creators

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00:12:44

God of War Laufey Gets New Details + BIG Last of Us &...

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2026/09/29

We’ve got some pretty interesting PlayStation updates today, starting with God of War Laufey.Santa Monica Studio has revealed more of Faye’s combat, including her new Serpent Bow, different firing modes, arrow types, weapon customization and new gameplay footage. Pre-orders also begin September 29 ahead of the game’s February 16, 2027 release on PS5.Meanwhile, Naughty Dog dropped some major updates for The Last of Us Day. Neil Druckmann says two new projects are in the very early stages that will

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00:12:45

The Truth About Kojima’s Reported $400M Xbox Deal

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2026/09/27

A report claiming Xbox is investing around $400 million into Hideo Kojima’s PHYSINT made the rounds this weekend, but there’s now considerably more context around that number.Christopher Dring has clarified his reporting, while Jason Schreier says a source with firsthand knowledge told him Xbox signed PHYSINT for significantly less than $400 million. Windows Central’s Jez Corden is also reporting that Xbox’s actual investment is far lower than the figure circulating online. We’ll break down what’s

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00:16:05

What Success vs Failure Will Look Like at XBOX Going...

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2026/09/26

What does success actually look like for Xbox from here?Former Microsoft executive Jon Kimmich over on Gamesbeat argues that Xbox needs to define what it wants to be and that success for Microsoft Gaming is not necessarily the same thing as success for the Xbox platform.From Helix and Xbox hardware to Play Anywhere, PC, third-party devices, exclusives, Game Pass, and Microsoft's growing role as a multiplatform publisher, I break down the key points, my reaction and what Xbox needs to define

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00:11:54

Satya Nadella Says Xbox Still Needs to Find a...

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2026/09/26

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has weighed in on the ongoing changes at Xbox, saying he feels “fantastic” about the company’s studios and IP while praising the streamlining underway under Xbox CEO Asha Sharma.But Nadella also says Microsoft still needs to “invent the right sustainable business model” for gaming as Xbox goes through layoffs, restructuring and a broader strategic reset.That comes after Xbox disclosed it was operating at roughly a 3% accountability margin, while also revealing more than

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00:09:32

Xbox Gets Massive Reorg: Activision Takes Halo,...

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2026/09/22

Xbox’s massive restructuring continues, and we’re starting to get a much clearer picture of what the company could look like when it’s finished.New reporting points to another 268 reductions as Xbox reorganizes its business, with major changes involving Activision, Bethesda, Halo Studios, Obsidian, Playground Games, Turn 10 and more.Perhaps the biggest change: Activision is reportedly taking responsibility for major Xbox franchises including Halo, Sea of Thieves and Age of Empires, while Halo

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00:27:59

Destiny Isn’t Over After All - Bungie Just Reversed...

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2026/09/21

Bungie just made a massive announcement about the future of Destiny. After previously announcing that Monuments of Triumph would be the final content update for Destiny 2, Bungie now says “we are not done with Destiny” and is beginning work to restore vaulted Destiny 2 campaigns, destinations, and raids.The studio says Destiny is “foundational” to Bungie’s future and that restoring the game’s lost content is only the first step toward new Destiny stories and games. Bungie also acknowledged that

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00:10:18

Control Resonant First Impressions — 1 Hour In

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2026/09/21

I finally jumped into Control Resonant, and after my first hour, the combat has completely sold me.I never played the original Control, but Resonant includes a story catch-up and so far I’ve had no problem jumping into this world. The combat already feels deep, with different abilities, builds, upgrade paths, aerial movement, and some really creative boss encounters.The visuals are also incredibly striking, and I’m already interested in where the story between the main character and his sister is

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00:12:30

Silent Hill: Townfall First Impressions — 1 Hour In

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2026/09/21

Silent Hill: Townfall is finally here, and I spent my first hour getting a feel for its first-person horror, puzzle design, and 1996 setting.So far, I’m really liking how involved exploration feels. Searching drawers, using pay phones, and tracking down actual puzzle clues makes the environment feel more important than simply guessing your way through solutions.There are some performance issues I noticed early on, but this is only a review in progress after about an hour of

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00:28:08

Kojima Productions Pushes Back on Report About Sony...

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2026/09/20

Hideo Kojima is speaking publicly about Sony’s surprising decision to step away from PHYSINT.Kojima says PlayStation informed Kojima Productions in June that it would stop funding the project, leaving him shocked and concerned about the future of his independent studio. He says Sony did not provide a reason for the decision. Kojima Productions has also pushed back on reports surrounding PHYSINT’s budget, development and the commercial performance of Death Stranding, urging fans to treat those claims

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00:12:08

Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 Review -...

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2026/09/18

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 finally brings Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots to modern platforms alongside Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker and Metal Gear: Ghost Babel. I’ve spent time with the collection and came away very impressed, especially with MGS4. I break down the ports, keyboard and mouse support, Peace Walker upgrades, Ghost Babel, the launcher, Steam Deck issues, bonus content and what Metal Gear games could still be coming in a potential Vol. 3. Metal Gear Solid:

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00:10:35

Xbox Responds to Game Pass Rumors + Kojima Steals the...

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2026/09/17

Xbox has responded to new rumors claiming major changes could be coming to Xbox Game Pass, including questions surrounding day-one releases. Then we recap Xbox’s Tokyo Game Show 2026 presentation, including Hideo Kojima’s surprise appearance, new updates on PHYSINT and OD: KNOCK, Bill Skarsgård’s casting, new gameplay reveals, and more from TGS.Xbox says there are currently no finalized plans for additional Game Pass changes and that previously announced games coming to Game Pass Ultimate day one

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00:26:36

Diablo Has Won. Here’s What That Means for Diablo V

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2026/09/14

I got to sit down with the team behind Diablo V and ask about where the series is going next, and they shared a lot more about the game than I expected.Diablo V takes place roughly 100 years after Diablo IV in a world where Diablo has effectively won. Sanctuary has been reshaped, Westmarch has fallen, and the survivors left behind are trying to rebuild in a world already conquered by Terror.We talk about Diablo V’s new and returning classes, including the Plague Knight, Demon Hunter and Monk, how

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00:31:03

Blizzard Told Me A LOT More About World of Warcraft...

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2026/09/13

I sat down with the developers behind World of Warcraft Forever to find out exactly what this new version of WoW is and how it fits alongside WoW Classic and modern World of Warcraft.The team describes WoW Forever as a new “third pillar” for World of Warcraft, built around a fresh level 1-60 journey, new content inside the original vanilla era, and a world designed to keep players exploring and creating new characters.We talk about how WoW Forever works, the fresh level 1 launch, the Legacy system,

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00:30:39

Blizzard Just Told Me A LOT More About the New StarCraft

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2026/09/13

I got to sit down with the team behind the new 3rd person StarCraft shooter to get more details. What they told me has me very excited.“Deadwood in Space”Upgradable Armor?We missed a Protoss tease?!?Full interview here. I am so hyped!

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