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It seems Microsoft Xbox plans to launch a mobile gaming app store sometimes in July this year. This will be a web-based app store, and will allow gamers to download first-party Xbox titles like Candy Crush, Minecraft, and even Call of Duty games from there.
As per a new report from Bloomberg, Xbox is planning more layoffs at their ZeniMax studios, which they purchased for $7.5 billion in 2020. Moreover, Xbox president Matt Booty claimed that the reason for the shutdown of three studios was them being understaffed, thus, prompting a restructuring. The Xbox team is of the opinion that the resources should be allocated to other prominent projects.
Xbox Games Showcase Airs This June with a Call of Duty Direct to Follow
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Microsoft has officially announced that the next Xbox Games Showcase will take place in June 9, 2024 at 10 am PT/ 1 pm ET. The showcase will be followed by a [REDACTED] Direct, that multiple sources have confirmed to be a Call of Duty Direct.
We finally have a look at the rumored all-digital Xbox Series X, as images surface online. The rumored upcoming console from Microsoft sports the same boxy form-factor of the original Xbox Series X. Except, this time it sports a white paint-job, and no disc drive.
Microsoft has announced Mouse and Keyboard feature for Xbox insiders if they game via Xbox Cloud Gaming. This will only support selected browsers such as Edge and Chrome or the Xbox PC app. The games are also limited for now but will increase in future as per Microsoft. You can turn this feature on from your cloud gaming settings.
Phil Spencer Might Bring Epic and Other Game Stores to Xbox Consoles
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Speaking to Polygon at the annual Game Developers Conference, Phil Spencer mentioned how in the future Xbox might allow game stores like Epic Games Stores and Itch.io on their platform for players to purchase and enjoy. He believes console's closed ecosystem should be abolished, as console sales are dwindling, and game sales subsidization barely helps recoup the cost.
If you are struggling to link your Discord and Xbox accounts then you can try these troubleshooting methods to fix your issue. These involve re-linking your Discord and Xbox accounts, performing a power cycle on the console, clearing Alternate MAC Address, enabling Remote features, and signing in and out of both your Discord and Xbox accounts.
Sci-Fi Survival Game Alters Reveals Gameplay; Coming to Xbox Game Pass
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Alters is an emotional sci-fi game that is coming to the Xbox and PC Game Pass in 2024. The game is made by 11 Bit Studios and takes inspiration from its own game This War of Mine. Experience a survival exploration game along with the Alters you create. The game will also come PlayStation 5, PC (Steam, GOG, Epic), and Xbox Series X|S in the same release window.
In a Xbox partner preview event GSC Game World announced the STALKER Trilogy for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. This is the console debut for the iconic horror survival FPS game. The Legends of the Zone trilogy contains the Shadow of Chernobyl, Clear Sky, and Call of Pripyat. According to the developers, it will be a recap for the players waiting for STALKER 2 on September 5, 2024.
Fan-Favorite Xbox Exclusives Officially Coming to Nintendo Switch and Sony PlayStation
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Xbox has now confirmed the four Xbox exclusives that are coming to Nintendo Switch and Sony PlayStation. Grounded and Pentiment will come to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch devices on February 22 and April 16 respectively. Hi-Fi Rush and Sea of Thieves will only come to PlayStation 5 and will release respectively on March 19 and April 30, 2024.
First Two Xbox-Exclusives for Switch Revealed in Nintendo Direct 2024
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The Nintendo Direct 2024 showcase did not reveal anything huge. However, one key revelation the company made was announcing two major Xbox exclusives for their platform. Grounded is coming to Nintendo Switch on April 16, 2024. Pentiment however, is launching on February 22, 2024, right after the showcase day.
Xbox has just teased that its next-gen console will feature the largest technical leap that we have ever witnessed. Plus, the Xbox President Sarah Bond has confirmed that during the holidays this year, we will see updates from the company regarding new Xbox hardware. This is speculated to be the Xbox Series X/S refresh consoles - both or either one of them could come.
Microsoft Is Bringing Four Xbox-Exclusive Games to PS5 and Nintendo Switch
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Microsoft is looking to expand its player base through non-exclusivity. In the recent business podcast, Phil Spencer officially declares four Xbox-exclusive games coming to PS5 and Nintendo Switch. While the games are not confirmed by Microsoft there are speculations of these games to be Hi-Fi Rush, Pentiment, Sea of Thieves, and Grounded.
Xbox Will Reveal Big News on Thursday In a ‘Special Edition’ Podcast
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Microsoft is planning a business related podcast and has finally announced its dates. After addressing the leaks of Xbox games ports, Xbox will host its 'Special Edition' podcast on Thursday 15th February. This podcast will feature Microsoft Games CEO, Phil Spencer, Sarah Bond, the recently appointed President of Xbox, and Matt Booty, the Head of Xbox Game Studios.
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