GAMING
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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – How the Passion of a French Studio Brought a Japanese Legend Back to Life
The legendary Shinobi returns today with Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. At the helm of this revival is French studio Lizardcube, led by CEO and Creative Director Ben Fiquet. We spoke with him to understand how his team managed to balance respect for the series’ heritage with a modern touch, all while pouring…
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Make a BIG Splash in Season 18: Stadium Quickplay! – News
Season 18 is coming and it’s sure to make a splash! We’re talking the biggest Stadium evolution yet, a brand-new aquatic Support Hero, a full PvP refresh with Perks update, two unique Mythic skins, and more. Then Summer Games bring the heat with third-person POV Lucio Ball, and we’ve got even more in store, so let’s ride the wave! Stadium…
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Next Week on Xbox: New Games for August 25 to 29
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in! Gears of War: Reloaded Pre-Order Xbox…
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Keeper’s First Extended Gameplay Shows Us an Ever-Changing Adventure
There’s a primal human pleasure in simply finding out what something does. It’s the reason you’d still want to push a button that says “do not touch”, or wonder what’s behind a locked door. Keeper thrives on that idea, building out a game of discoveries and experiments around it. Seeing extended gameplay for the first time at gamescom, Keeper’s key…
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Battlefield 6 Brings the Noise – Play the Open Beta for Free This Weekend
There’s something about the noise of a Battlefield game. The soft, terrifying crack of a sniper rifle you can’t see. The rumble of a tank as it rounds a corner. The agonising creak of a building falling apart at the seams around your once-safe hiding place. EA’s series has always used noise not just to communicate the feeling of being…
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Sea of Thieves – Run with The Smugglers’ League in Sea of Thieves Season 17
Season 17 has begun! And some unfamiliar faces have been spied on remote islands as The Smugglers’ League settle in and begin their hunt for high-value, dangerous prizes. They’re open to letting pirate crews help them transport their cargo where it needs to go, and maybe recovering some choice items misplaced along the way. Their true goal, however, remains rather…
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Echoes of the End: An Epic Fantasy Adventure Inspired By Iceland
Summary Explore a brand-new fantasy setting inspired by the untamed beauty of Icelandic nature. Learn how a small team used advancements in photogrammetry and motion capture to craft an authentic world. Echoes of the End is available August 12 for Xbox Series X|S. In the summer of 2017, I had the good fortune to be invited to take part in…
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History Reclaimed, Futures Reimagined: Celebrating Indigenous Storytelling Through Games
Summary Indigenous creators are reshaping the gaming landscape by telling authentic stories that reclaim historical narratives and imagine empowered futures, rooted in tradition and lived experience. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition spotlights this shift, with cultural expert Anthony Brave leading the respectful representation of Indigenous peoples as he penned the new ’Shadow’ campaign storyline. Xbox is celebrating and supporting…
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Exciting New Features of The First Descendant ‘Breakthrough’ Update – Available August 7
We’re just days away from The First Descendant Breakthrough update, launching August 7 – and I want to thank all of you who’ve been eagerly awaiting this major content drop. Your continued support means the world to us. Today, I’m excited to share an overview of the new season’s key features with our Xbox community. It’s a pleasure to connect…
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THQ Nordic Gets You in the Game at 2025 Digital Showcase
Today at the annual THQ Nordic Digital Showcase Event, we gave gamers fresh looks at gameplay for several upcoming titles, including Reanimal, Tides of Tomorrow, The Eternal Life of Goldman, and much more. We also unveiled a new demo for Gothic 1 Remake, which Xbox players can jump into from today! Let’s take a look at a recap of the…
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