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Far Cry 5 arrives on Xbox Game Pass July 1
Far Cry 5 joins Xbox Game Pass on July 1 for cloud, console and PC, alongside several other titles arriving later in June.
Forza Horizon originated from a rejected Project Gotham Racing pitch
Playground Games turned a failed reboot pitch for Project Gotham Racing into the first Forza Horizon, launched in 2011.
Major Reveals at Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase
The Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase on June 12 revealed new gameplay, delays to Starfield and Redfall, and release windows for multiple titles.
Overwatch 2 release set for October 4
Overwatch 2 launches October 4 as a free-to-play PvP experience, bringing new heroes, maps and competitive updates across PC and consoles.
Microsoft adds HDR calibration and game boosts to Windows 11 and Edge
Microsoft is testing an HDR calibration app for Windows 11 and rolling out Edge features — including Clarity Boost and game-focused home pages — to improve cloud and browser gaming.
Xbox Design Lab adds pastel hues, camo patterns and Pride edition
Microsoft’s Xbox Design Lab introduces pastel color options, five camo patterns and a limited Pride controller, with custom controllers priced at $70 in the U.S.
Five games leaving Xbox Game Pass on June 15
Microsoft announced five titles departing Xbox Game Pass on June 15; subscribers get a 20% discount to buy them digitally.
Former Xbox Exec Warns Game Pass Could Harm Industry
Ed Fries, former Xbox publishing VP, says Game Pass worries him for its potential to reduce game sales, drawing parallels with Spotify and music industry losses.
Microsoft declined Marvel deal; Sony secured Spider-Man games
Excerpts from a video game history book say Marvel approached PlayStation and Xbox for a long-term Spider-Man games partner; Microsoft reportedly declined.
Xbox Game Pass adds 12 more games in second May wave
Xbox Game Pass will receive 12 additional titles between May 17 and May 27, including several Day One releases available on cloud, console and PC.