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Microsoft’s Game Pass Price Hikes: A Symptom of Larger Issues?
Microsoft's latest price hike for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, along with the introduction of a new "Standard" tier, has sparked concerns about the sustainability of gaming subscription services. Despite acquiring multiple studios, Microsoft has struggled to deliver standout AAA titles, and its flagship franchise, Halo, has suffered under these pressures. As the FTC criticizes these changes, it becomes clear that Xbox's identity crisis and continuous reliance on subscription revenue may be detrimental to both consumers and developers.

Xbox Game Pass: Rising Costs, Shrinking Value, and a Disconnect with Gamers
Is Xbox Game Pass losing its value? Rising prices, limited options, and the Xbox Live Gold transformation have some players saying "enough is enough."

Halo Infinite’s “Banished Honor” Update: Too Little, Too Late for Many Fans
343 Industries' recent Halo Infinite update announcement has landed with a resounding thud within the community. The "Banished Honor" update introduces some long-requested features, yet it barely scratches the surface of the deep-rooted issues that have alienated many fans.

Microsoft Races Toward the Future, While Preserving the Past: Inside Xbox’s Ambitious Plans
Xbox President Sarah Bond is rallying the troops, outlining a bold strategy that embraces both cutting-edge innovation and a commitment to the legacy of gaming. A recent internal email, obtained by Windows Central and verified by Microsoft, reveals that Microsoft is forging ahead with its next-generation console while creating a dedicated team to ensure classic games aren't lost to time.

Xbox: A Decade of Change Under Phil Spencer
Xbox: The brand was reeling when Phil Spencer took the helm in 2014. Don Mattrick's disastrous tenure, marked by the botched Xbox One reveal and an emphasis on always-online DRM, alienated core gamers and left Microsoft playing catch-up to Sony. A decade later...

Insignia Is The Restoration Of Original Xbox Live Services
The Insignia team has been toiling away in obscurity, working to restore the discontinued Original Xbox Live service.

Halo Infinite is causing waves, both good and bad
So Halo Infinite’s multiplayer “beta” has been out for a few weeks now, and we’re less than 48 hours away from launch. I intended to write a review shortly after we had the Multiplayer beta in our hands, but the…

Psychonauts 2 Review
A Mind-Altering and Humour Filled Adventure Through the Human Psyche. It’s been a long time since a game has held my attention so well that I’ve not wanted to play anything else after starting it. So long in fact that…

Halo Infinite’s Next Preview Fight Detailed
Players will finally get to sink their teeth into Halo Infinite's player vs player modes in the next technical preview.

Co-Op and Forge mode delayed for Halo Infinite
Joseph Staten, 343's Head of Creative, advised us of the delay, stating it was a decision based on quality and that the game is a live service platform.