Latest articles by Adam Hales
Forza Horizon 6's save-wiping bug is finally being investigated
FORZA Playground Games has finally acknowledged Forza Horizon 6's save-wiping bug, with fixes rolling out on PC and Xbox.
Gears of War: E-Day ranks among best games shown this past week
GAMING Gears of War: E-Day ranked among the five most covered, watched, and discussed games of showcase season, according to new data.
Xbox admits it is struggling to explain why players should choose its console
XBOX Xbox says exclusives are part of a bigger effort to give players a clear reason to choose its hardware and ecosystem.
Halo veteran warns AI will make devs finish fewer games
HALO Original Halo artist Eddie Smith believes studios relying too heavily on AI could create more development problems than they solve.
Xbox admits it’s over‑extended and signals a major studio strategy reset
XBOX Xbox leadership admits the company became overextended and says major changes are needed to strengthen its biggest franchises.
Report: Xbox preparing major layoffs as part of its turnaround plan
XBOX Xbox has acknowledged financial challenges, and a new report suggests major layoffs could be part of the company's turnaround plans.
Spyro's reveal beats Marvel's Wolverine by millions on YouTube
Gaming Spyro's reveal trailer has surpassed 10 million views, raising fresh questions about Xbox's exclusivity strategy and the enduring power of nostalgia.
Halo: Campaign Evolved’s skulls and Remix Mode could get wild
HALO Halo Studios reveals 42 skulls, visual modifiers, and a new Campaign Remix mode designed to keep players returning long after launch.
Xbox CEO says exclusives can help revive the business
XBOX Xbox CEO Asha Sharma explains why Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution are exclusive as the company looks to improve business health.
Xbox CEO reaffirms Helix PC vision & backward compatibility
XBOX Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says Project Helix will support PC games, backward compatibility, and premium performance.
Xbox is teasing new Game Pass options and business models
XBOX Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says more flexible Game Pass offerings are coming and hints at different business models for consoles.
Destiny 2 crashes SteamDB, passing Marathon in minutes
PC Gaming Destiny 2 players rallied in force for the game's final major update, overwhelming SteamDB and sending a clear message to Bungie.
Halo Campaign Evolved and Gears E-Day bring back couch co-op
GAMING Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day will both feature two-player split-screen campaign co-op, marking the return of a fan-favorite Xbox feature that many players have missed for years.
Arkane shuts down Blade cancellation rumors
BLADE Blade skipped the Xbox Games Showcase, but Arkane's Lead Concept Artist suggests the project is still moving forward.
Xbox may need to rethink its Project Helix console plans amid rising costs
XBOX Xbox says demand for Series X|S still exceeds supply as rising costs force a rethink of next-generation Project Helix plans.
Xbox says some exclusives will sell fewer units but promises a reliable pipeline
XBOX Xbox CSO Matthew Ball says exclusives are on the way, but some fans remain unconvinced after years of shifting platform strategy.
Xbox "lost millions of Game Pass subscribers" after its price hike
Xbox Xbox CSO Matthew Ball reveals that the controversial Game Pass price hike caused a significant impact on its subscriber count.
Project Mara canceled as Ninja Theory shifts focus to Senua
Ninja Theory Ninja Theory has canceled Project Mara, with all 85 developers now focused on expanding the scope and ambition of Senua.
New Halo: Campaign Evolved trailer is captured on PS5 Pro
Gaming Xbox has released a new Halo: Campaign Evolved story trailer, with footage captured on PS5 Pro and fresh looks at iconic characters.
Halo Campaign Evolved hits No. 5 on Steam as CE scalping ramps up
HALO Halo: Campaign Evolved continues its strong start on Steam while collector's edition listings begin appearing on eBay at inflated prices.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds is coming to Xbox with a major feature included
RuneScape RuneScape: Dragonwilds arrives on Xbox Series X|S this September, complete with Xbox Play Anywhere support and shared progression across platforms.
Halo fans react to early Campaign Evolved leaks with design concerns
HALO New Halo: Campaign Evolved leaks reveal Cortana, Johnson, Brutes, cosmetics, and more ahead of the game's official showcase.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 release date leaks on the Nintendo eShop
MINECRAFT Minecraft Dungeons 2 has leaked via the Nintendo eShop, revealing a September 29, 2026 release date, a $29.99 price tag, and new details ahead of Xbox's upcoming showcase.
