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Cloud gaming on TVs suddenly looks like the future —2026 is the year the 'no console' world becomes realistic, thanks developments and hardware shortages

With 4K 120Hz arriving on TV cloud gaming and hardware prices rising, maybe you don't need an Xbox or PS5 any more.

TechRadar

Blizzard turns 35, and the studio says it’s ready to rebuild and move forward

Blizzard President Johanna Faries on the studio's 35th anniversary, its "highly empowered" future with Xbox, and keeping Battle.net a "shining star" for all players.

Windows Central

The creator of Fable was "tearing up" watching Xbox show off the RPG reboot's gameplay — "F*** me. This thing that we created, it's going to live"

Fable creator Peter Molyneux reveals that watching Xbox's recent gameplay showcase for the 2026 reboot made him start "tearing up."

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OG Fable designer Peter Molyneux cried tears of joy watching Xbox reveal the new reboot, even though he thinks "there was a slight antiseptic feel about it"

"F*** me. This thing that we created, it's going to live, it’s going to carry on"

GamesRadar

Xbox Confirms UK Age Verification Problems as Users Report Locked Features

This seems to be a theme.

Operation Sports

"I could see $1,000": Steam Machine is "a PC with console benefits" and console hardware struggles, analyst says, and "whatever the next Xbox thing is, it's going to be just like it in a lot of ways"

Valve's living room box faces major production challenges this year

GamesRadar

Blizzard describes a "highly empowered" partnership with Xbox following its acquisition by Microsoft — supportive collaboration exists on both sides

Blizzard president Johanna Faries describes the studio’s relationship with Xbox as highly empowered, emphasizing support, communication, and creative agency following Microsoft’s acquisition.

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The Premium and PC Xbox Game Pass tiers are rumored to be merging – which could mean a price hike for PC gamers

Microsoft is apparently looking to simplify its Xbox subscriptions, and some users may end up paying more.

TechRadar

No, a Resident Evil 5 remake isn't likely to show up in tomorrow's PlayStation State of Play — that ESRB rating has been there for at least a year

Despite recent rumors, a Resident Evil 5 remake reveal isn't likely tomorrow.

TechRadar

Steam’s most‑wishlisted games reveal an unexpected frontrunner — and Xbox Game Studios is holding strong

Alinea Analytics estimates reveal Subnautica 2 as the most wishlisted game releasing in 2026 on Steam with 3.8 million wishlists, followed by Forza Horizon 6 and Resident Evil Requiem, both showing strong pre-release momentum.

Windows Central

Xbox PC App Update Brings Classic Console Dashboard Sounds

Xbox is trying to make its counterparts more uniform.

Operation Sports

"Windows Gaming Edition" or something else? Microsoft has been laying the foundation for a gaming-focused OS for years — here's what it could look like.

Microsoft has a golden opportunity to evolve Windows into an OS perfect for gaming, and in five years, I expect the landscape will look very different from what it does now.

Windows Central

Someone turned an Xbox One S into a full gaming PC — RTX 3050 and all

A YouTube creator has built a full Windows gaming PC inside an Xbox One S shell, using an RTX 3050, Ryzen 5 3600, internal 250W PSU, and a working disc drive while keeping the original exterior intact.

Windows Central

Need a new controller? GameSir's G7 Pro is the best-looking controller I used yet, and it has hall effect triggers, optical switches, and TMR joysticks that are a joy to use

GameSir's G7 Pro is a great controller in its own right, and with the WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Edition, the brand is taking things to new heights.

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PS6 rumored for massive 30GB RAM upgrade as next Xbox will pivot to PC hybrid — what we know so far

New rumors hint at what could set future PlayStation and Xbox consoles apart.

Windows Central

The latest Xbox Ally update adds a new feature to make it more console-like

A new update has added the Xbox Series console navigational sounds to Xbox Ally handhelds, making the third-party gaming system feel more like its first-party console counterpart.

Windows Central

A new report teases the next update for Starfield and its PS5 port — with a reveal expected soon

Insider Shinobi602 claims Starfield’s next major update and long rumored PS5 port could be revealed soon, with March 2026 tipped for an announcement.

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A Japanese game that skipped Xbox suddenly launched with absolutely zero warning

Zero Escape series creator Kotaro Uchikoshi brings his work to Xbox consoles.

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Operation Sports

Next Xbox Hardware Targeting 2027, but Launch Timing Remains Uncertain

Recent hints from AMD suggest that a 2027 launch is now the best-case scenario.

Windows Central

The First Descendant surges 167% on Xbox and Play Anywhere might be the secret weapon nobody’s talking about

The First Descendant has surged 167% on Xbox following its addition to Xbox Play Anywhere and launch on the Xbox PC app. Increased visibility and cross progression may be driving renewed interest.

GamesRadar

This post-apocalyptic indie platformer might have Cyberpunk 2077 vibes, but comparisons to CD Projekt Red's RPG aren't a concern for the devs: "This is not your cookie-cutter thing"

Replaced developer Sad Cat sees it as "a trump card", actually

Windows Central

The next Xbox is coming in 2027, and the strategy behind it is a bigger deal than people realize

From AMD's claims of a 2027 Xbox to the idea of a plurality of Xbox next-gen consoles — lets sift through some fresh details.

Tom’s Hardware

I stuck with the same PC controller brand for four years – here's what to look for in your next gamepad

Take control of your PC.

Windows Central

Microsoft plans to "expand" Xbox Game Pass, and merge PC Game Pass with another tier — more third-party service bundles may be on the way, too

Microsoft and Xbox are reportedly looking to overhaul Xbox Game Pass by merging PC Game Pass with another tier and offering more third-party benefits.

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Halo: Campaign Evolved: Release date rumors, platforms, and everything else we know about the Halo remake

Master Chief is returning in 2026 with a ground-up remake of the original Halo that's promising new content on top of a totally remade presentation.

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