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The Elder Scrolls Online Prepares to Set Sail for Adventure with High Seas of Tamriel, Its Most Ambitious Experiment in Years
Among all the exciting events happening this year, like the return of the Thieves Guild and the Night Market, one that really caught our eye is the High Seas of Tamriel in-game event.
Xbox at 25: Gaming giant seeks to level up play and Hollywood adaptations
Xbox enters a new era with its 25th anniversary. Key figures from inside the gaming giant, including the new CEO, talk new ways of play and Hollywood adaptations.
Xbox at 25: Gaming giant seeks to level up play and Hollywood adaptations
Xbox enters a new era with its 25th anniversary. Key figures from inside the gaming giant, including the new CEO, talk new ways of play and Hollywood adaptations.
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Introduces New Theater Boxes At Capital One Arena
As part of the ongoing transformation of Capital One Arena in downtown Washington, D.C., Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) announced the debut of
Deepak Adwani Promoted to Executive Director of Miraj Entertainment Ltd.
Miraj Entertainment Ltd. has announced the promotion of Deepak Adwani from Vice President – P&L to Executive Director of Miraj Cinemas, effective immediately. This announcement comes in the wake of the untimely passing of Managing Director Bhuvanesh Mendiratta, and marks the next chapter in Miraj Cinemas’ journey. Adwani brings over two decades of experience in […]
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center adopts “Heart-in-a-Box” technology to expand reach of donor hearts
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center has performed its first heart transplant using a new cardiac preservation technology that keeps donor hearts pumping outside the body…
America's Top States for Business 2026: The war on red tape
CNBC's Scott Cohn joins 'Squawk Box' with his latest report on America's Top States for Business 2026.
Kingdom Hearts Collection [1-3] Nintendo Switch 2 boxart replaced following AI usage accusations
Square Enix has gone ahead and updated the boxart for Kingdom Hearts Collection [1-3], following claims that the original image was made with the help of AI. The new version isn’t live everywhere just yet, but is starting to appear at some retailers. Fans quickly noticed a number of inconsistent details and parts of the art being warped. That led...
Global entertainment and media advertising revenues to hit US$1.4 trillion in 2030 - as global box office continues recovery: PwC
The global entertainment and media (E&M) industry will hit US$4.2 trillion in revenues in 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.4%, as AI-powered advertising and in-person, live experiences power growth in the industry, according to PwC's Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2026-30, released today.
Global entertainment and media advertising revenues to hit US$1.4 trillion in 2030 – as global box office continues recovery: PwC
The global entertainment and media (E&M) industry will hit US$4.2 trillion in revenues in 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.4%, as AI-powered advertising and in-person, live experiences power growth in the industry, according to PwC’s Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2026-30, released today.
Founding Xbox Staff Says Original Skepticisms Are Coming True
Gears of War producer Laura Fryer is concerned that Microsoft is not properly disciplined to weather long term supply chain pains
'Toy Story 5' crushes the box office on opening weekend
"Toy Story 5" grossed an estimated $160 million domestically and $152 million internationally after debuting in theaters on Friday.
\'Toy Story 5\' rakes in the biggest box-office debut of the year with a franchise-best $160 million
“Toy Story” still has a friend in moviegoers. The fifth installment in the Pixar series debuted with $160 million in domestic ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. That easily
'Toy Story 5' is the movie of the summer, stuns with record opening
Let's hear it for the toys! Woody, Buzz and the gang are sending the summer box office to infinity and beyond.
'Toy Story 5' opening weekend box office to set franchise record
The latest 'Toy Story' earns one of Pixar's biggest openings ever.
Raising the minimum wage has been a big political winner. Now it's running into resistance
Raising the minimum wage has been a progressive policy winner at the ballot box, but recent losses suggest an economic mood slowing its political momentum.
“Our goal is simple”: Xbox unveils major push to simplify Unreal Engine development
How Xbox is making it simpler than ever for creators to build and ship games on PC.
Ori director says Game Pass ‘could’ve worked’ if Xbox didn’t ‘slop out mediocre content like a factory’
The Moon Studios CEO argues Microsoft has not delivered enough hit games…
XBOX Handheld logo appears on official Microsoft game pages
XBOX Handheld appears as a new "way to play".
The new kings of media are in your inbox
A new class of independent creators is building sustainable media businesses — one newsletter at a time.
The Engineering That Made The Honda S2000's Manual Gearbox A Cult Object
With metal-rod linkage, multi-cone synchros, and satisfying throws, shifting the Honda S2000's manual transmission feels like operating a bolt-action rifle.
The definitive ranking of every Pixar movie (including 'Toy Story 5')
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Rockstar Releases New Official GTA 6 In-Game Screenshot
Rockstar Games releases a new official Grand Theft Auto 6 screenshot for fans to analyze and debate.
Xbox Forces PS5 Players To Jump Through Hoops To Play ‘Halo: Campaign Evolved’
PlayStation and Xbox players are getting a look at just how many hoops they or their friends have to jump through in order to play Halo: Campaign Evolved together.
First-ever 3D map of the ‘black box’ of female genitals created by scientists: ‘Super important’
Halo: Campaign Evolved Has Some Weird Xbox Account Requirements For Local Co-Op
Not a big issue on Xbox Series X|S, but it potentially is on PS5
Halo: Campaign Evolved PS5 players will require an Xbox account and gamertag to play – as well as PS Plus to play split-screen co-op
Players will require an Xbox account and an Xbox gamertag to Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5.
One of My Favorite Xbox Studios Is Being Shut Down – What Xbox Games Are Now Cancelled or Shutting Down Because of the Closures?
Xbox is in the process of a reset, with multiple studios reportedly in danger of closure. What does this mean for the games they're making? We look at which Xbox games could be cancelled, and which are safe.
Gears of War: E-Day's strong summer showing triggers series-wide popularity spike
Gears of War: E-Day's strong showing this summer, coupled with its recent Xbox exclusivity, has led to the Gears franchise doubling its audience.
"It helped": Years of Xbox Series S game optimization probably made life much easier for Nintendo Switch 2 developers
Series S optimizations may have given developers valuable experience when bringing modern games to Nintendo Switch 2.
The Market’s AI Fanfare Is Running Into a Harsh Political Reality
Anthropic’s hopes for a blockbuster IPO could depend as much on the ballot box as on investors.
PlayStation May Be Interested in Buying Xbox and Bethesda Studio
PlayStation may be interested in buying an Xbox and Bethesda studio following reports Xbox is about to have a "reset."
AMC Entertainment (AMC) Is Up 24.1% After Record May Attendance And $150 Million Equity Sale - Has The Bull Case Changed?
Earlier in June 2026, AMC Entertainment Holdings completed a US$150,000,000 at-the-market equity offering, issuing roughly 105,300,000 new common shares across multiple tranches priced between about US$1.03 and US$1.50. This fundraising comes as AMC reports record May attendance of 25.5 million guests, its strongest May since 2019, highlighting a recovering box office alongside continued reliance on equity issuance to support its balance sheet. Next, we’ll examine how record May attendance...
Halo Studios Unveils Six Hours Of Footage From Campaign Evolved's Main Menu
It's a beauty!
Game Pass Could’ve Worked, Moon Studios Boss Says, But Xbox Never Delivered the Big Hits It Needed
Moon Studios boss Thomas Mahler says Game Pass could have worked, but Xbox never delivered the standout hits needed to make it succeed.
ROG Xbox Ally X20 Marks The 'Opportunity Of A Lifetime', But Expect A High Price
ROG’s Director of Product shares a little more of what to expect
Usyk ref had seen enough to end fight before bell
The referee at the centre of the controversial fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven tells a boxing commission he had seen enough to stop the bout in the 11th round before the bell sounded.
Ubisoft+ Premium Is Free Across Xbox & PC For The Next Five Days
Just remember to cancel if you don't want it
EA SPORTS FC 26 Is Now on EA Play
Members can shape your legacy in The World's Game. Get unlimited access with EA Play, and score a Supercharge Pack starting June 18 until July 17.
Rockstar quietly gives us probably our best look at GTA 6's Vice City yet
Rockstar has also shared the cover art and more official images along with the pre-order release date for GTA 6 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger free update launches July 9, adds Terriermon Assistant, Graphics Mode options, more
Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Media.Vision will release a free update for Digimon Story: Time Stranger on July 9 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, and at launch for Switch 2 and Switch…
AMC Entertainment Stock Advances As Retail Traders Fuel Volatility Following Latest Corporate Equity Capital Raise
AMC Entertainment stock jumps 9.8% on record May attendance, CEO insider buying, and improving U.S. box office — but balance sheet risks remain elevated.
The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Switch, and PC
Publisher Outright Games and developer Casual Brothers, in cooperation with Dr. Seuss Enterprises, have announced adventure game sequel The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas. It will launch for PlayStatio…
Sports is driving a large part of the entertainment economy, says Activate CEO Michael Wolf
Michael Wolf, Activate Consulting CEO and co-founder, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss Versant's media rights agreement with the WNBA, appetite for live sports, Fox's $22B acquisition of Roku, Paramount-WBD merger, and more.
Sports is driving a large part of the entertainment economy, says Activate CEO Michael Wolf
Michael Wolf, Activate Consulting CEO and co-founder, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss Versant's media rights agreement with the WNBA, appetite for live sports, Fox's $22B acquisition of Roku, Paramount-WBD merger, and more.
Grand Theft Auto VI Pre-Order Date And Cover Art Revealed
You may be shocked to learn that the box art looks exactly what you would expect from a GTA game.
Amid Concern Over Xbox Studio 'Bloodbath,' New Report Says Developers Are Being 'Punished Today for Following Orders'
A new report suggests Xbox layoffs will likely result in a "bloodbath" of job losses and studio closures, leaving developers "punished" simply for following Microsoft's orders.
Treyarch Confuses Xbox Fans With Black Ops 1 & 2 Reveal For PS5
"The games are compromised on both Xbox and PC"
India (W) play Uruguay in hockey Nations Cup, Macau Open, Boxing WC Stage 2 continue: Indian Sports LIVE, June 18
Here are all the updates from Indian sports on June 18, 2026.
Xbox is porting two classic Call of Duty games to PlayStation — and they're coming very, very soon
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 will soon finally be playable on modern PlayStation systems.
Former Sony Boss Says Xbox Is 'Misunderstanding' The Industry
'The last couple weeks have been a real roller coaster. Feel bad for the dev teams'
'There Are Other Xbox Studios in Trouble': Ominous Reports as Microsoft 'Bloodbath' Looms
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JUST IN: Tucker Wetmore Inks With Sandbox Entertainment
MusicRow has confirmed Tucker Wetmore has signed with Sandbox Entertainment for management, as [...]
'It's Going To Be Pretty Brutal' - Jason Schreier Reveals More On Upcoming Xbox Layoffs
The Bloomberg reporter has published a new 30-minute video
Rockstar Announces Free PS5 And Xbox Series X/S Upgrade For Grand Theft Auto V
Owners of GTA V on last-gen hardware will be able to play the current versions free of charge.
Latvia pilots citizen engagement in research grant evaluations
Latvia has introduced an element of citizen engagement to the evaluation of nationally funded research grants. The aim is to both create more connections between science and society, and to improve the quality of its evaluations. The move comes as research funders across Europe are experimenting with ways to improve evaluation processes in the face of a sharpened focus on science’s impact on society. Evaluators of grant applications submitted to Latvia’s Fundamental and Applied Research Programme (FLPP), the country’s main research funder, will this year have the option of consulting citizen feedback on challenges the public thinks science should focus on to inform their decisions. “In recent years, both public discussions and policy-level debates in Latvia have highlighted the importance of demonstrating how publicly funded research contributes to society, the economy and the resolution of real-world challenges,” said a source at the Latvian Council of Science (LCS), which manages the FLPP. “At the same time, research institutions themselves expressed interest in improving the project evaluation framework while continuing to ensure that funding is awarded to the highest-quality projects,” the source added. The citizen input comes from a survey that was conducted between 25 February and 16 March 2025, to which 1,737 people responded. It gathered information on what the public views as problem areas for Latvia, and the role of science and technology in providing solutions to these problems. A summary of these responses has been included as an annex to the FLPP 2026 call for proposals that evaluators can refer to, purely in an advisory manner, when judging proposals. Results from the survey show that the main problem areas identified by the public were in healthcare and public health, followed by the development of new treatment methods and medicines, and then digital technology, data security and cyber security. At the bottom of the list was research aimed at acquiring new knowledge about the universe, matter and the laws of nature. Further analysis looked at the public view of the possible role of science in solving these problems. The survey charted 4,167 individual responses based on open-ended questions that were derived from the participants’ answers. The analysis again found that medical and health sciences topped the scoring, with 788 responses referring to the field. Humanities and the arts were bottom of the list, with 625. Digging further into the details, the survey suggests citizens are aware of and concerned about a number of research areas. This includes technologies and innovation to improve the environment or reduce pollution, the development of modern military technologies and cybersecurity tools, and the development and application of artificial intelligence, among others. “We hope this initiative will help strengthen public trust in science and create a more meaningful dialogue between researchers and society,” the LCS source said, adding that it offers benefits to researchers, evaluators and to the general public. More space for citizen engagement in evaluationsThere is a gradual but increasing use of citizen engagement in research evaluation processes around Europe, especially in healthcare, but it remains relatively rare, said Henry Sauermann, a professor at the European School of Management and Technology in Berlin and an expert in citizen science.“Given that we are at a point where citizen involvement is extremely limited, there is presumably space for more, but it's not that we should do it just because we want to do it,” he told Science|Business. He said some research lends itself better to having citizen input, and this usually tends to be on the applied end of the science spectrum where the public can offer useful feedback based on their experiences. He added that advising scientists on certain topics to study is also a useful approach, in the way that Latvia is doing. “The public does fund a lot of science, there's a lot of tax money going into this. We of course do want to preserve academic freedom, but it's also not unreasonable to incorporate more feedback or input from citizens where possible,” he said. Related articlesCitizen science: where, when, and how to let the public contribute to researchHow can Europe cope with a flood of AI-assisted research grant proposals?Data Corner: Horizon Europe’s AI, digital and data call success rate is 5.2%There are several ways of involving citizens in science funding. The most minimal way is having a few representatives on a panel, such as members of a patient group or union. The most direct way is crowdsourcing funding for specific projects. There is an increasing number of online platforms that allow the public to chip in to support scientific proposals.Sauermann studied this in a recent paper and found that it can have its uses, but it still is not clear if there are benefits to it. There are various assumptions linked to citizen engagement, for example that it increases public trust in science, or that it provides a representative view of what the public thinks about science. These are not necessarily true, Sauermann found. People who participate in engagement activities tend to already be very trusting of science, and, on the whole, it is generally the well-off and well educated who contribute, giving a narrow view of public opinion. On whether citizen input can help manage the increasing number of proposals that are being submitted due to assistance from AI, Sauermann is more sceptical. “The obvious answer to the flood of AI-written proposals is AI-driven evaluation,” he said, adding that it doesn’t mean citizen engagement shouldn’t be a part of evaluations in a well thought-out manner. Southern Denmark’s successful approachOne successful example of citizen engagement in science evaluations was implemented in southern Denmark. Between 2019 and 2025, citizens in the region were invited to vote to fund one of five pre-selected projects in the field of healthcare. The project, called A Healthier Southern Denmark, was a collaboration between regional authorities, the University of Southern Denmark, and two media partners. Over the seven years, there were 75,000 votes and significant public engagement online and on social media. “It was a bit of a wild project, we’d never done something like that before and we were a bit nervous about what would be said in the media about it. But actually, people were very positive,” said Anne Kathrine Overgaard, one of the main organisers of the project from the University of Southern Denmark. The university and its researchers have learned a lot from the experience, particularly about engaging with society and shaping their research to match real-world needs. This is important with Europe’s increasing focus on competitiveness and bringing innovations to market faster, Overgaard said. She hopes to see more citizen engagement in evaluation processes and in science more broadly. “For many years, citizen engagement has been a bit of an add-on to proposals, just to check a box. But I think things are changing,” she said. It’s less about citizens just gathering data and more “about the dialogue between the public and the scientists,” she said. The initiative ended last year as the team wanted to regroup to find fresh momentum. The development of AI and AI-written proposals has made Overgaard reflect on how the project could be reworked to help evaluators. She hopes to bring it back in the future. “It could be a good idea to try this initiative again in a slightly re-worked format,” she said.
Analyst says Xbox CEO Asha Sharma’s Next 100 Days will be about “the job she was Actually Hired to do,” with Mass Layoffs Looming
Xbox chief executive officer Asha Sharma went from being the new face of Team Green, leading the platform into a new era, to being no different from the last in the eyes of players in the blink of an eye. After making Game Pass cheaper, re-centering console hardware and bringing exclusives back, Xbox fans praised her quick action and transparency. Now, however, with multiple studios reportedly being closed and more mass layoffs looming, she and her regime are no different from Spencer's. Industry veteran and analyst Joost van Dreunen calls it "the job she was actually hired to do." Van […]
Xbox Game Pass loses another eight games in June 2026
The next wave of games leaving Xbox Game Pass in June 2026 has been confirmed. In total, eight games will be removed from Game Pass at the end of the month.
Rumor: Xbox Planning to Close South of Midnight & Hellblade Studios
Compulsion Games, Ninja Theory, and Double Fine are talking with Microsoft to find another way, it is said.
Forza Horizon 6 update reduces 1,000-hour grind for multiplayer Xbox achievement
Playground Games has rolled out a new update for Forza Horizon 6, which makes an achievement easier to unlock and balances the game's crazy AI racers.
Xbox Game Pass adds new day-one game today
Xbox Game Pass subscribers can play Stormcloud Games' 3D action-platformer Junkster today, as it launches into the service for console and PC.
Microsoft reportedly negotiating closures of multiple Xbox studios, including Psychonauts' Double Fine, South of Midnight's Compulsion and Hellblade's Ninja Theory
The expected Xbox restructuring and lay-offs reportedly include potential closures for three well known games studios.
Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition Switch 2 Box Art Surfaces Online
Sonic's birthday takes place later this month
Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition apparently spotted at retail for Nintendo Switch 2
Latest leak for Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition shows that the game is appearing at stores, and here's a first look at the box.
Xbox is closing down Hellblade creator Ninja Theory
The future of Senua, which Xbox just announced, is unclear.
Xbox is reportedly considering closing South of Midnight studio, Compulsion Games, with Double Fine and Ninja Theory also allegedly at risk
Xbox is allegedly shuttering We Happy Few and South of Midnight developer, Compulsion Games, with Tim Schafer's Double …
Studios in Microsoft’s Xbox Division Brace for Closures
The studios, which include Compulsion Games and Double Fine, are in active negotiations with Xbox and may be given the chance to go independent.
Microsoft weighs an Xbox spinoff. Would it revive the business or put it at risk?
With hardware sales falling and costs rising, a comeback would be anything but guaranteed.
Microsoft is gearing up to let you spread the cost of Xbox purchases — partnering with Klarna and PayPal
Microsoft is exploring ways to help Xbox customers manage the cost of living crisis, adding the ability to split costs in over weeks or even monthly instalment payments "interest free."
South of Midnight Maker Said to Be Shuttered by Xbox
Update: Negotiations with Microsoft allegedly taking place
Xbox turmoil continues with a studio closure and executive departures
More big changes under Asha Sharma’s leadership.
Compulsion Games Might Be Getting Shut Down By Xbox, Says Report
Update: Source says they're in negotiations with Microsoft
World Cup 2026: Empty seat at World Cup for imprisoned French sports journalist
A seat is being left empty in the press box at every France game at the World Cup to highlight the case of a French football writer who is in prison in Algeria.
Xbox Is Planning To Shutter Peabody Award-Winning Compulsion Games
It is unclear how many individuals will be impacted
Rumour: Journalist Suggests Two Xbox Studios Are 'At Risk Of Being Closed' In 2026
One said to be a complete shock
UFC 6 reveals Xbox achievements for lovers of mixed martial arts
The UFC 6 Xbox achievements have been revealed, showing off a list of fun Gamerscore to earn in this popular mixed martial arts sports series.
Pristine Super Mario Bros. game for NES sells for record-breaking millions
There aren't many NES games in such pristine condition.
Microsoft Boss Wants Xbox to Start Pulling Its Weight Financially
"No one can accuse Microsoft of not having invested for the last 25 years."
Xbox Game Studios Chief Reportedly Steps Down As Layoffs Loom
Things continue to look grim for Xbox as layoffs loom and Craig Duncan steps down.
Xbox Game Studios boss Craig Duncan and Chief of Staff Louise O'Connor step down
Leadership figures with long history at Rare depart the business amid plans for business "reset"
Xbox Might Be Adding Buy Now, Pay Later Options To Its Website
Mentions of both PayPal Pay Later and Klarna have been found in the website's code
Xbox Game Studios boss Craig Duncan steps down
The head of Xbox Game Studios Craig Duncan has stepped down after more than 18 months in the role. Duncan replaced former Studios boss Alan Hartman in November 2024, and oversaw Halo Studios, The Coalition, Flight Sim, Turn 10, Playground Games, Rare, Obsidian, Ninja Theory, Compulsion Games, The Initiative, Double Fine, InXile, Undead Labs, World’s Edge and XGS Publishing. He departs the organization this week. His studios will report to Xbox Chief Content Officer Matt Booty until a replacement is found. Duncan has been part of the Xbox organization since 2011 and is best known for running highly regarded UK developer Rare for nearly 14 years. He oversaw the developer’s Kinect and Sea of Thieves eras. Prior to that, he held various senior roles at Codemasters, Midway and Sumo Digital, and worked cross titles such as Sonic and Sega All-Stars Racing, Wheelman and Colin McRae. He's also VP of the charity SpecialEffect. Subscribe Meanwhile, Xbox Game Studios chief of staff Louise O’Connor will also be leaving the company. O’Connor joined Rare in 1999 beginning as an animator on cult favourite N64 game Conker’s Bad Fur Day. She’s worked in numerous art and production roles at the UK studio, and even won an AIAS award for voicing the character Leafos in Viva Piñata. She left Rare following the cancellation of Everwild in 2025, before becoming chief of staff in September that year. In an email to staff, Duncan wrote: “When I stepped into the role of leading XGS 20 months ago, my purpose was to serve our studios, our teams, and the people making our games. Together, we set out to deliver high-quality games, strengthen the cultural fabric across our studios, and help shape the future of the business. I’m proud to say we delivered many flawless launches that drove business success for the company.” On O’Connor, he added: “Louise has been a thoughtful, creative, and trusted partner who has consistently championed the craft and supported our studios with clarity and care. I’m grateful for everything she’s brought to XGS, and I’m sure she’ll be successful in whatever comes next for her.”
Xbox Game Studios boss Craig Duncan steps down
The head of Xbox Game Studios Craig Duncan has stepped down after more than 18 months in the role. Duncan replaced former Studios boss Alan Hartman in November 2024, and oversaw Halo Studios, The Coalition, Flight Sim, Turn 10, Playground Games, Rare, Obsidian, Ninja Theory, Compulsion Games, The Initiative, Double Fine, InXile, Undead Labs, World’s Edge and XGS Publishing. He departs the organization this week. His studios will report to Xbox Chief Content Officer Matt Booty until a replacement is found. Duncan has been part of the Xbox organization since 2011 and is best known for running highly regarded UK developer Rare for nearly 14 years. He oversaw the developer’s Kinect and Sea of Thieves eras. Prior to that, he held various senior roles at Codemasters, Midway and Sumo Digital, and worked cross titles such as Sonic and Sega All-Stars Racing, Wheelman and Colin McRae. He's also VP of the charity SpecialEffect. Subscribe Meanwhile, Xbox Game Studios chief of staff Louise O’Connor will also be leaving the company. O’Connor joined Rare in 1999 beginning as an animator on cult favourite N64 game Conker’s Bad Fur Day. She’s worked in numerous art and production roles at the UK studio, and even won an AIAS award for voicing the character Leafos in Viva Piñata. She left Rare following the cancellation of Everwild in 2025, before becoming chief of staff in September that year. In an email to staff, Duncan wrote: “When I stepped into the role of leading XGS 20 months ago, my purpose was to serve our studios, our teams, and the people making our games. Together, we set out to deliver high-quality games, strengthen the cultural fabric across our studios, and help shape the future of the business. I’m proud to say we delivered many flawless launches that drove business success for the company.” On O’Connor, he added: “Louise has been a thoughtful, creative, and trusted partner who has consistently championed the craft and supported our studios with clarity and care. I’m grateful for everything she’s brought to XGS, and I’m sure she’ll be successful in whatever comes next for her.”
"Buy Now, Pay Later" Option Appears on XBOX Backend
A new 'buy now, pay later' option has been spotted on the XBOX backend, hinting that such a feature could arrive soon.
The Relic: First Guardian launches July 31 for PS5 and PC, later this summer for Xbox Series and Switch 2
Dark fantasy Soulslike action RPG The Relic: First Guardian will launch for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam on July 31, followed by Xbox Series and Switch 2l later this summer, publisher Perp Games …
Following Gears of War: E-Day's declaration of Xbox exclusivity, Halo: Campaign Evolved is already climbing PlayStation pre-order charts
Halo: Campaign Evolved's shocking commitment to a multiplatform strategy could pay off big time, as PS5 pre-orders are ramping up.
Report: Microsoft weighing up spinning off Xbox
Company management has reportedly approved a plan by new CEO Asha Sharma to increase spending on Halo, Fallout and The Elder Scrolls to speed up development, to
Smarter workflows give physicians time back for patient care
Northwell Health is reworking the EHR, inbox and team workflows to cut physician busywork and give doctors more time with their patients.
Twin aims of Welsh boxers Garan and Ioan Croft
The fiercely competitive 24-year-old identical twin brothers from west Wales are pushing each other to achieve titles after signing with Matchroom.
Forza Horizon 6 Signals A New Peak For Open World Driving Games
Japan provides the backdrop for Horizon's most ambitious world yet
“Disclosure Day ”lands out-of-this-world opening weekend with $93 million at global box office
While Steven Spielberg's extraterrestrial drama invades the world, 24-year-old Curry Barker's low-budget horror "Obsession" achieves a rare domestic feat.
'Disclosure Day' lands out-of-this-world opening weekend with $93 million at global box office
Steven Spielberg's alien oddity 'Disclosure Day' conquered the world this weekend with a $93 million gross, while the ultra low-budget horror 'Obsession' continues to surge in its fifth weekend in theaters.
Roundup: The Results From Our Xbox Games Showcase 2026 Predictions
They seemed like safe-ish bets, but we didn't do that well!
Cowboys countdown to kickoff: Top 100 iconic games
We countdown 100 days until kickoff with a series of the most iconic games in Cowboys history. Today is Day 92
Forgotlings for PS5, Xbox Series launches June 18
The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series versions of 2D cinematic side-scrolling action adventure game Forgotlings will launch on June 18, publisher Hitcents and developer Throughline Games announced.
Six Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In July 2026 So Far
An early look at what's to come
Poll: What were your favorite Xbox Games Showcase 2026 announcements?
From Gears of War: E-day to Clockwork Revolution, for this week's poll, we want to know: what were your favorite Xbox Games Showcase 2026 announcements?
A new small theater is coming to Seattle. Its owner has big plans
A local scenic and sound designer has plans to open a black-box theater space that can seat between 100-150 near the Fremont-Wallingford border.
Ranked choice vote count underway in Augusta
It’s just the beginning of a days-long process to double check election results before the information is run through a ranked choice tabulation.