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Sega's summer showcase delivered exciting updates to some of its most iconic franchises
At its summer showcase, Sega previewed an exciting lineup of upcoming games including Sonic Superstars, a new Persona 5 spin-off, a strategic co-op rogue-lite and more.
Xbox’s reporting system for abusive-voice chat arrives this week
Microsoft is set to launch its abusive voice reporting feature for Xbox consoles. Announced in July, it lets gamers submit inappropriate remarks heard while playing multiplayer titles. The system captures a 60-second clip saved to the console; you then have 24 hours to complete the report. The feature arrives this week in the September update for Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One. However, it’s initially limited to the “select English-language markets” of the US, UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.
Xbox Series S is now available in Carbon Black with 1TB of storage
There’s a new Xbox console available. Microsoft just launched a new version of the digital-only Xbox Series S console in a bold “Carbon Black” color with twice the available storage, 1TB compared to the standard 512GB that ships with other SKUs. It costs $350, features the same matte finish as the more expensive Series X and ships with an official Xbox Wireless Controller. The new console is available at just about every brick-and-mortar and digital retailer.
Starfield review: You will like some of it
Starfield has moments of beauty, but it features just as many instances of drudgery and disconnection in its main quest line. Playing on pre-release code on Xbox Series S, these issues are only exacerbated by chugging framerates, low-resolution set pieces and roughly one hard crash every five hours. Starfield is big and largely bland, and while it gets some open-world gameplay aspects right, it doesn’t offer anything new for the sci-fi or RPG genres.
Baldur's Gate III is coming to Xbox this year after a Series S compromise
Larian Studios has confirmed that Baldur's Gate III is coming to Xbox later this year after reaching an agreement with Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer. The game won't support split-screen co-op on Xbox Series S, but it will on the Series X.
Microsoft's official Xbox wireless controllers drop to $44
If you've been looking to pick up a spare gamepad for your Xbox Series X/S or PC, Microsoft's official Xbox Wireless Controller is on sale for $44.
Razer's Kishi V2 controller gets an Xbox edition with themed colors and more
Razer is releasing an Xbox Edition of its popular Kishi V2 mobile gaming controller. The device will be available in two SKUs, for iPhone and Android phones, and brings plenty of Xbox-centric features into the mix. For instance, the controllers boast iconic Xbox branding and a white colorway to tie it all together.
'NBA 2K24' introduces a LeBron era and more updates
It will be available for the PS5 and Xbox Series X and S.
Official Xbox Series X console skins are coming soon, starting with 'Starfield' and camo options
Microsoft is starting to offer official wraps for the Xbox Series X to give the console a customizable look. Along with two camouflage colors, Arctic Camo and Mineral Camo, a Starfield-inspired wrap will be available. Pre-orders for the $45 wraps are open now.
The Xbox 360 store will close in July 2024
You'll no longer be able to buy games, DLC or anything else on the Xbox 360 console or Marketplace after July 29, 2024. You'll still be able to buy backwards compatible games on the Xbox One and Series X/S.
Xbox adopts an eight-strike suspension policy
Starting today, Xbox's safety team will apply strikes on every enforcement action against a player who violates the community standards. If a player reaches eight strikes, they won't be able to use Xbox's social features for an entire year.
Microsoft's Xbox Wireless headset is just $49 right now
It's more than half off.
'Kentucky Route Zero: TV Edition' is coming to the PS5 and Xbox Series X and S
The fifth and final act in its series first came out in 2020.
Take-Two CEO says $50 for 'Red Dead Redemption' port is 'great value'
The game is coming to the Switch and PS4.
Why Baldur’s Gate III is an accidental PS5 console exclusive
Larian is having trouble fitting Baldur’s Gate III on the Xbox Series S, the lower-priced and lower-powered console in Microsoft’s ninth-generation lineup. Microsoft requires games to run equally on the Xbox Series X and Series S. With Baldur’s Gate III, this parity rule means the game will be console-exclusive to the PS5 for four months, at least.
Xbox gamers can now stream directly to Discord
It's available now for Xbox Insiders.
Microsoft starts selling replacement parts for Xbox gamepads
Microsoft is taking a huge leap into the world of self-repair by offering replacement parts for Xbox gamepads, along with downloadable instructions and step-by-step tutorial videos, which should save gamers serious cash in the long run. This program impacts standard Xbox Wireless Controller models and the Xbox Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller.
'Final Fantasy XIV' comes to Xbox next spring
'Final Fantasy XIV' is coming to Xbox in spring 2024.
Indie games have entered the era of bespoke publishing
For anyone with an eye on video game news, it’s been hard to ignore the recent rise of names like Annapurna Interactive, Devolver Digital, Private Division, Humble, Epic Games and Netflix tied to independent projects. The distribution process for indie developers has shifted over the past few years from a self-publishing-first model, to one that prioritizes deal-making and acquisitions. For the moment, this shift is powering a small but highly visible boom in the world of indie games.
The Xbox Series X is $50 off at Dell
If you've been thinking of picking up an Xbox Series X, Dell is selling the console for $50 off and throwing in a free copy of Forza Horizon 5.