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Xbox Game Pass Essential? Premium? Ultimate? What's the difference?

Xbox Game Pass has become central to Microsoft's gaming operations, but it's also a great way to save money too. Here's everything you need to know about how XGP works across PC, Xbox consoles, and...

Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S release date and price finally revealed

Microsoft is set to hold a press event soon to showcase the next-gen console pricing, and it's pretty familiar.

'The Game Awards' snub of Forza Horizon 5 is a disservice to the entire game industry (Update)

A marketing event, and nothing more.

Xbox Series S leaked with $299 price, Microsoft responds

Our first look at Microsoft's cheaper next-generation Xbox is here.

Gears 5 developer donates 200 Xbox One X consoles to hospital charity

That's a great gesture.

Microsoft has acquired ZeniMax Media (DOOM, Elder Scrolls, Fallout) for Xbox

Microsoft just dropped a massive bombshell on the gaming industry.

Xbox CEO Phil Spencer wants to revitalize past Activision games

Spencer also talks about the challenges of Activision-Blizzard's legal issues.

Assassin's Creed Valhalla runs at 4K 60 FPS on Xbox Series X per Ubisoft

High resolution and framerate on the higher-end console.

Xbox Series X|S reportedly passes PS5 in UK's April sales, Nintendo Switch retains the top spot

Xbox Series X|S were second only to the unstoppable Nintendo Switch last month.

Halo Infinite campaign review: A masterpiece that's familiar, yet fresh, in all the right ways

A Great Journey you can't miss.

Hasbro wants Microsoft and Xbox to bring back Activision's Transformers games (Update)

Classic Transformers games War for Cybertron, Fall of Cybertron, and Transformers: Devastation may soon come to Xbox Game Pass.

Phil Spencer says there is 'no signal' from Microsoft to slow down on studio acquisitions for Xbox

15 isn't necessarily the number where Xbox Games Studios stops.

Apple responds to Xbox Project xCloud iOS block, Microsoft kicks back

With Microsoft's Project xCloud streaming platform locked out from iOS devices, Apple doubles down on App Store restrictions.

Xbox Live Gold just became the worst deal in gaming [Update]

Microsoft hikes the price of Xbox Live Gold to double that of PlayStation Plus.

Microsoft calls Xbox Series X 'the most-powerful gaming console,' confirms Hellblade II runs on...

We know just a little more.

Xbox Live Gold price increase reversed, Gold no longer required for free to play games

That has to be a record, right?

Rumor: Halo Infinite multiplayer may launch on Nov. 15 [Update]

We might be playing Halo Infinite multiplayer on the franchise's 20th Anniversary.

Xbox Series X games event set for July 23, with Halo Infinite and more

Microsoft gears up to show the best of Xbox Series X later this month with a dedicated live showcase on July 23.

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Let Apple approve XCloud on iOS to let users stream Xbox games to their Apple devices

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order joins EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on November 10

Play one of the best Star Wars games at no additional cost.

Report: There may be a cheaper 500GB Xbox Series X|S Seagate storage card on the way

Xbox Series X|S storage expansion options are convenient but limited.

Microsoft: Preserving classic games is 'more important than ever'

The Xbox team says that preserving gaming icons and classics is important for "new and old players alike."

Xbox FY21 Q2 revenue surges 51% with Xbox Series X, Series S launch

Microsoft enters the next console generation strong with Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, pushing steady growth across its hardware, software, and subscriptions in Q2 financials.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection targets up to 4K, 120 FPS on Xbox Series X, Series S

Halo: The Master Chief Collection makes a formal debut on Xbox Series X and Series S shortly after launch, coupled with an upgrade to 120 FPS on next-generation consoles.

Phil Spencer says Xbox doesn't have to ship Bethesda games on other platforms

If you really want to play new Bethesda games, consider getting an Xbox or PC.

Xbox Game Pass has over 10 million users, Xbox Live clocks 90 million

Microsoft demonstrates continued success with Xbox Live and Xbox Game Pass, amid "all-time record engagement" for services and subscriptions.

Former Sony executive joins Xbox to lead Japanese partnership operations

Mena Sato Kato was previously the Vice President of Mobile Business for Sony.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection to get cross-play, mouse and keyboard support on Xbox One

Major changes are coming to Halo: The Master Chief Collection.

Microsoft officially ends 'Xbox Live' brand, changes to 'Xbox network'

The change from "Xbox Live" to "Xbox network" is official.

Xbox head Phil Spencer reportedly reevaluating relationship with Activision Blizzard

Spencer states he is "disturbed and deeply troubled" by the news coming from Activison Blizzard.

Naughty Dog senior artist Rogelio Olguin joins 343 Industries for Halo Infinite

Olguin is a great addition to the team.

Oof, that Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price hike is taking its toll

Microsoft has majorly revamped Xbox Game Pass with new tiers, new features, and a big price hike for Ultimate — and the latter has angered many fans.

'Alan Wake Remaster' leaked, launches on October 5, 2021 for Xbox, PS4, and PS5

Alan Wake is getting remastered according to this store listing, and will drop on October 5.