Xbox CEO aims to make Xbox the top gaming company by 2030
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says she plans to transform Xbox into the world’s leading games and entertainment company by 2030, with major changes coming in the next 100 days.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Zelda Remake Closes Show
Nintendo’s June 9 Direct focused on Switch 2 ports and dates, with a Switch 2–exclusive Ocarina of Time remake announced for 2026.
June 2026 Game Releases: Star Fox and FFVII Rebirth Lead Lineup
Key June 2026 releases include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (June 3), EA Sports UFC 6 (June 19) and Star Fox (June 25) for Switch 2.
Xbox CEO warns of “tough choices” ahead for the division
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma said the division faces “tough choices,” sparking speculation about studios, exclusives and projects while Microsoft has not confirmed changes.
Microsoft delays Fable to February 2027
Microsoft moves the Fable reboot from fall 2026 to February 2027, citing a crowded year-end release slate and promising a new preview on June 7.
Nintendo raises U.S. price of Switch 2 by $50
Nintendo raised the U.S. price of the Switch 2 by $50 to $500, citing higher memory costs and tariffs; it forecasts lower console shipments next year.
More PS2 classics are getting modern remakes
Several iconic PlayStation 2 titles, including Persona 4, the first God of War trilogy and Splinter Cell, have official remakes in development.
Xbox Game Pass hits 40M subscribers as Project Helix is unveiled
Xbox Game Pass reached about 40 million subscribers and generated $5 billion last fiscal year; Microsoft announces Project Helix, a hybrid console effort with AMD.
Days of Play 2026 launches with PS Plus and hardware discounts
Days of Play 2026 runs May 27–June 10 with up to 33% off PS Plus, hardware deals, game discounts and special tournaments.
3 underrated free Steam games worth trying
Three highly rated free-to-play Steam games that diverge from common genres: Wuthering Waves, Omega Strikers and Where Winds Meet.