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Microsoft is testing a new ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming that will allow users to stream select games for free, just as the company faces criticism for raising Game Pass Ultimate prices.

Xbox Cloud Gaming prepares for major upgrade with new performance tiers

Microsoft is testing higher-quality tiers for Xbox Cloud Gaming, including 720HQ, 1080HQ, and 1440p modes. The upgrade could bring sharper visuals and improved performance, helping the service compete more directly with NVIDIA GeForce Now.

Elon Musk questions Satya Nadella on Microsoft’s hiring policies: ‘This is illegal’

Elon Musk retweeted a post that accused Microsoft of discriminating against white men and stating that there were 'too many crusty white dudes' in the gaming industry.

Gears of War voice actors to return as Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago for E-Day prequel

Longtime Gears of War voice actors John DiMaggio and Carlos Ferro are coming back as Marcus and Dom for the E-Day prequel.

Xbox Game Pass subscribers, you can play these games for free this weekend

The Xbox Free Play Days is allowing Game Pass subscribers to get their hands on new games to play for free this weekend.

Microsoft announces first wave of Xbox Game Pass titles for November

These games are coming to Xbox Game Pass in November as part of the first wave.

Microsoft to cut 650 support jobs in Xbox Games unit

Activision makes popular mobile titles including “Candy Crush Saga” and “Call of Duty Mobile” – games that were excluded from the cloud streaming deal Microsoft signed with France’s Ubisoft Entertainment to secure approval from Britain

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics and Capcom Fighting Collection 2 coming to Xbox

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics and Capcom Fighting Collection 2 are now confirmed for Xbox.

Microsoft announces first wave of September games coming to Xbox Game Pass

Microsoft has revealed the first wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass for September 2024.

Popular iPhone Game of the Year ‘Genshin Impact’ to launch on Xbox: All details

Popular free-to-play online mobile game Genshin Impact is coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Cloud Gaming.

Microsoft announces July’s first wave of games for Xbox Game Pass

The month of July on Xbox Game Pass opens on July 3 with titles like Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 and Journey to the Savage Planet.

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth’s satire of Americana throws down gauntlet to next year’s GTA VI

Over the years, however, the satirical tone synonymous with Rockstar's productions began to feel contrived, with its cynicism appearing more self-aware than subversive.

Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name review | Franchise’s kaizen approach comes a cropper

While the game is satisfying from a narrative sense and an emotional one and has a great character in Akame, everything else feels somewhat half-hearted and lacks the heart and drama associated with the franchise.

Microsoft completes $69 billion Activision purchase; biggest-ever deal in gaming industry

The acquisition is a stunning turnaround after Microsoft executives underestimated the magnitude and longevity of antitrust objections, forcing the software giant to seek a three-month extension of the deal’s expiration period from Activision.

Game review: Rev far into the horizon with Ride 5

Ride 5 is the ideal simulation motorcycle racing game, for amateurs and pros alike, that fits every check-box and is a major step up over its predecessor.

Microsoft gives the UK what it wants. Pretty much

Britain’s past opposition to Microsoft buying Activision has prompted a revised deal that may gain assent. The UK could end up looking tough but pragmatic

Microsoft revamps deal for video game maker Activision Blizzard to meet UK demands

Xbox maker Microsoft has been on a quest to acquire Activision, maker of the popular Call of Duty game franchise since announcing the USD 69 billion deal in January 2022.

Microsoft introduces Enforcement Strike System for Xbox to curb online toxicity

A single-strike can mean a suspension of up to 24 hours, while eight strikes can lead to suspensions of up to a year

Gaming reviews | The force is strong with ‘Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’

'Star Wars Jedi: Survivor' is absolutely stunning, the game sports some of the best lighting effects of this generation to a point where your device might struggle to keep up with bringing the textures alive.

Microsoft confirms Xbox Games Showcase on June 11

Following the showcase, Bethesda will take over with a detailed dive into the upcoming RPG Starfield.

Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick calls Sony out, says company is 'trying to sabotage' Microsoft takeover

Kotick told Financial Times that Sony's leadership team doesn't want to talk with anyone at Microsoft

Microsoft cuts jobs in HoloLens, Surface, Xbox as layoffs continue

Xbox Chief Phil Spencer emailed employees Thursday to let them know about the cuts without detailing what parts of his business were impacted.

CrossfireX, Knockout City join live-service graveyard

CrossfireX will go offline in May, and Knockout City will in June

Sifu is coming to Xbox, Game Pass and Steam in March 2023

Sloclap announced that a new update featuring a new Arenas mode will arrive at the same time too

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