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Frostpunk 2 finally has a console release date, and it's still coming to Xbox Game Pass
Gaming 11 bit studios' Frostpunk 2 is finally headed to Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 in September 2025, with the game still launching on Xbox Game Pass.
Fallout show producer is reportedly making a Wolfenstein TV Series for Amazon
Xbox A report indicates that MachineGames, Bethesda Softworks, and Kilter Films are teaming up to bring a Wolfenstein TV series to Prime Video.
Battlefield 6 reveal trailer shows grounded warfare in a divided America
Gaming The Battlefield 6 reveal trailer is here, bringing a first look at warfare in a divided America.
Video game subscription spending hits another all-time high in the US
Gaming As the Nintendo Switch 2 dominates hardware sales in June, video game subscription spending is continuing to rise, per Circana.
Original Xbox quiz: Test your knowledge
Quiz We're experimenting with quizzes on Windows Central, so test your knowledge going back to the original Xbox.
2XKO launches in beta this September with eventual cross-progression from PC to Xbox
Gaming Riot Games shared that the closed beta for fighting game 2XKO kicks off on Sept. 9, 2025 for Windows PC users, with Vi joining the playable roster.
Ubisoft hits 5 million players with Assassin's Creed Shadows
Gaming Assassin's Creed Shadows has crossed 5 million players since launch, reaching a new milestone.
Supermassive Games announces layoffs, while Directive 8020 is delayed
Gaming Supermassive Games is laying off up to 36 workers, while the team's upcoming horror game Directive 8020 is being delayed to 2026.
Marvel Rivals finally got MCU chief's son into the comic characters
Gaming Marvel Studios and MCU head Kevin Feige recently revealed that his son wasn't interested in Marvel characters until NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals launched.
New Xbox games launching this week, from July 21 through July 27
Xbox Several new Xbox games are launching this week from July 21 through July 27, with notable releases like Wuchang: Fallen Feathers on Xbox Game Pass.
Oblivion Remastered and Metal Gear Solid Delta co-developer Virtuos faces layoffs
Gaming Virtuos, a company that's worked on games like The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, is hit with layoffs.
ZeniMax QA testers face "rancid" work morale following Microsoft's gaming layoffs
Xbox ZeniMax Workers United ratified a historic contract with Microsoft just weeks before layoffs cut into the team, but the union is still pushing on.
Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.3 is adding one amazing new feature
Gaming Cyberpunk 2077's next update is coming soon, bringing auto-driving, new photo mode options, and more.
Obsidian's Xbox RPG Avowed is now Steam Deck Verified
Xbox The latest update for Avowed brings new weapons and skills, alongside a host of bug fixes and Steam Deck Verified status.
Xbox Game Pass gets Abiotic Factor, Grounded 2, a Soulslike RPG, and more
Xbox More titles are headed to Xbox Game Pass in July 2025, including Abiotic Factor, Grounded 2, Robocop: Rogue City, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, and more.
Xbox Cloud Gaming's "Stream Your Own Game" feature comes to the Xbox PC app
Xbox "Stream Your Own Game" for Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming to the Xbox PC app for Xbox Insider Program members.
Marvel Rivals' swimsuit lineup kicks off this week
Gaming Marvel Rivals' swimsuit lineup is finally close, with new outfits for Psylocke and Loki revealed ahead of a launch on July 18.
GOG is delisting two of the best indie games ever
Gaming GOG is delisting Playdead's Limbo and Inside, so if you want to play two of the best indie games ever, act fast.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is being fully revealed at Gamescom 2025
Xbox Activision, Treyarch, and Raven Software are unveiling Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 during Opening Night Live at Gamescom 2025.
Grab an Xbox Series S on sale in this anti-Prime Day deal
Deals The Xbox Series S is back at something resembling a decent price, but only while this anti-Prime Day deal lasts, so act fast!
Grab these 7 Xbox games all under $40 — act before Amazon Prime Day ends
Deals Several Xbox games like Elden Ring are on sale for under $40, with deep discounts up to 80% off, but you need to act fast before Amazon Prime Day ends.
Split Fiction is on sale during Amazon Prime Day — save on one of the "best co-op games"
Deals Split Fiction is a genre-defining co-op game, and you can save money by grabbing a physical Xbox Series X version during Amazon Prime Day.
SAG-AFTRA video game actors have approved a new agreement
Gaming Almost a year after the strike began, SAG-AFTRA video game actors have agreed to a new contract that includes AI protections and more.
