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The Wall Street Journal reports that Discord’s talks with Microsoft for acquisition have ended. In spite of the reported $10-billion-offer by Microsoft, Discord opts to continue functioning on its own. However, figures close to the source indicated that Discord isn’t closing any doors. The negotiations may be re-visited any time in the future, the report says. […]

The introduction of next-generation gaming technology always adds extra challenges for game developers. Naturally, developers always want to make their best games available on every platform at hand. Now, with the overwhelming success of Sony’s PlayStation 5 and Microsoft’s Xbox Series X|S, a beloved franchise makes the bold step towards the future. Bethesda officially announced […]

Microsoft wants to acquire Discord for over $10 billion. However, the company behind the popular communications channel may be more inclined in going public rather than selling itself. FOR $10 BILLION, MICROSOFT WANTS DISCORD ACQUISITION The offer, reported by Bloomberg, indicates that several different companies have shown interest in purchasing Discord. Chief among them is […]

Microsoft officially rebrands Xbox Live to Xbox Network. Xbox owners around the world already reported their console dashboards displaying the name Xbox Network. Microsoft apparently wanted to differentiate its longstanding online service subscription, Xbox Live, from its premium online game subscription, Xbox Live Gold. Players could spend USD 9.99 a month for an Xbox Live […]

Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass continues to gather amazing free games for all of its subscribers. Recently, Microsoft just added 20 amazing games from the Bethesda library but the news doesn’t end there. Players recently looked into a teaser announcement for the Game Pass about the potential addition of a brand new upcoming game. Now, Microsoft […]

Xbox Game Pass’s cryptic tweet has Xbox owners everywhere guessing which title could be heading to the massive subscription-based library next. The post contains a blatantly fake email from Melissa McGamePass, confirming that a new game is on the way. Several players tried to respond with their best guesses but it merely devolved into a […]

Microsoft currently holds the crown in subscription-based free games within the console market. The Game Pass offers numerous great games all for a nominal subscription fee. Subsequently, this feature accounts for Xbox’s overwhelming advantage in the current console generation. One would think that Microsoft would slow down their roll after a landslide victory but the […]

You may want to put off any printing jobs for the meantime until Microsoft fixes this Windows 10 update bug. WINDOWS 10 UPDATE BUG CAUSES PC TO CRASH WHEN PRINTING In Microsoft’s latest Windows 10 update last Tuesday, some users reported experiencing Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). The update is part of Microsoft’s regular security […]

Microsoft’s acquisition of ZeniMax broke news several months ago. Several people considered the deal a foregone conclusion but it has yet to been officially completed. Recently, the acquisition deal took greater steps towards its long-awaited conclusion. The 7.5B USD deal recently received the approval of the European Commission and the SEC. Above all, these two […]

Few franchises amass a massive army of loyal fans quite like the Halo series. Additionally, when a multitude of fans congregate around any piece of work, demands for film and television adaptations follow closely behind. Halo is no exception to that as fans have clamored for an adaptation of Master Chief’s adventures. Halo’s long grueling […]

Development for Halo Infinite may be getting in the way of a potential Halo Wars 2 sequel title. HALO WARS 3 ISN’T COMING ANYTIME SOON 343 Industries revealed that they don’t have anything planned for Halo Wars 2, or anything for the series, for that matter. In spite of the game celebrating its fourth anniversary […]

Crash Bandicoot 4 is finally coming to the PS5, XBox Series X and Switch. It’s why this post will be about the Crash Bandicoot 4 release date on the PS5, Switch and XBox Series X (and similar platforms). The Crash Bandicoot franchise triumphantly returned to the gaming world with the release of the N.Sane Trilogy […]

Currently, players around the world eagerly wait for the release of Halo Infinite. However, it seems that Microsoft has their sights beyond the horizon of their next game’s launch. One Microsoft posting for a 343 Industries game producer hints towards another Halo game in the works. The Game Producer posting appeared on the Microsoft careers […]

Final Fantasy XII: A Zodiac Age will finally arrive on the Xbox Game Pass this month. The game headlines a long list of games coming to the February Xbox Game Pass offerings. FINAL FANTASY XII: A ZODIAC AGE IS NOW ON FEBRUARY XBOX GAME PASS Final Fantasy XII: A Zodiac Age is one of the […]

What a strange world we live in, all because of MLB The Show 21. MLB THE SHOW 21 ON XBOX WILL FEATURE A PS LOGO MLB The Show used to be a PlayStation-only video game. However, Sony signed a long-term deal with MLB back in 2019 that will bring the series to rival consoles. Since […]

Halo Infinite experienced several setbacks across its lengthy game development cycle. The developers hope to finally release the latest entry to the franchise this year. Microsoft announced a broad release window but failed to specify an actual date. Fans have been left weary with the roller coaster development cycle of the upcoming title. Microsoft announced […]

Console developers vastly underestimated the demand the incoming console generation would generate. Subsequently, the concerted efforts of scalpers exacerbated the lack of supply across the board. It’s not a question of PlayStation or Xbox at this point. Players looking to pick up a PS5 or a new Xbox find themselves struck by the sting of […]

Fans will be getting more frequent updates about the upcoming Halo Infinite, 343 Industries commits. HALO INFINITE WILL HAVE “INSIDE INFINITE” MONTHLY UPDATES Responding to a reddit post on Monday, 343 Industries Community Director Joseph Staten says Halo Infinite updates are coming as soon as this week. In the reddit post, a fan expressed their […]

After public outcry, Microsoft will no longer push through with their planned price increase for the Xbox Live Gold subscription. MICROSOFT REVERSES PLANS FOR XBOX LIVE GOLD PRICE HIKE Microsoft announced last Friday that they will be doubling the price of the Xbox Live Gold subscription service for new users. However, they quickly reversed their […]

GSC Game World kicked off the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. franchise way back in 2007 and it has captured the hearts of players ever since. The most recent entry in the game came out in 2009 but players have been clamoring for a return to Chernobyl for over a decade. The developers finally answered the players’ calls with […]

Hades stood at the top of 2020’s list of games after it officially launched. The roguelike action-RPG earned top marks from reviewers and critics in the months following its release. Subsequently, Hades stood alongside the biggest games of the years in contention for the top award in The Game Awards 2020. Sadly, Hades lost out […]

Microsoft successfully established itself as a pillar in the console wars despite its late entry into the fight. The conflict has been fought on three sides since the original Xbox released in 2001. Recently, the Microsoft side released a strong contender to the current generation. The Xbox has returned to the top of the battle […]

The only reason why Xbox controllers still use AA-batteries is because of a long-standing agreement with Duracell. Or, at least that’s what a Duracell spokesperson will have you believe. Running on fumes Microsoft’s controllers for their consoles have always been highly-regarded as some of the best in the industry. They’re almost always ahead their competition […]

Best Buy Xbox Series X/S units seem to be appearing on the online store of Best Buy right now. If you’re fast enough, you might even be able to add one to cart right now. But getting one is still going to be tricky, as ending up buying one will take extreme speed. XBOX SERIES […]

The Holidays are just right around the corner, and we understand that you, dear reader, might be having a hard time finding the right gifts. Whether the gifts are for you or for a loved one, this 2020 Holiday Gift Guide will help you make the right purchase. Gamers are blessed to have such a […]

This holiday season is the perfect time to take a deep dive into gaming. The season to be merry is also the season for gaming, and Microsoft’s Xbox One is still a great gaming console to sink your teeth into. Whether it’s you, dear reader, or someone dear to you you’re shopping for this holiday […]

The arrival of the first PlayStation were signs that the gaming industry was bound to go to the next phase, where Sony launched a campaign to introduce 3D games that revolutionized the industry. The system featured a plethora of well renowned titles like Crash Bandicoot, Resident Evil 3, Final Fantasy VII, etc. The introduction of […]

Halo fans rejoice as the main series is set to return with Halo: Infinite. In general, the Halo series has received positive feedback from the community, praising the graphics, the gameplay, but most importantly the online multiplayer mode. There are some minor hiccups when it comes to storytelling, but the game’s appeal is already enough […]

The Fable series has experienced their fair share of highs and lows. The first game was dubbed as a revolutionary role-playing masterpiece, citing the intriguing story, the freedom to decide the character’s alignment, the British humor, and the simulation-esque vibe where the player can spend the entire day, building a family, a house, and a […]

Hey, you, you’re finally awake. It’s been well over nine years since the colossally successful RPG known only as The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim launched on multiple platforms. The game has captured the hearts of millions of players around the world since 2011. It was also ported repeatedly in what honestly seems like an excessive […]

Microsoft clarifies that their future $7.5 billion acquisition of Bethesda’s parent company will not lead to exclusivity. When Microsoft revealed that they plan to acquire Bethesda, many fans became concerned about the implications. Fans were scared that future Fallout and The Elder Scrolls will become Windows and Xbox Series X/S exclusives. In a Jefferies Interactive […]

When the developers mentioned that the eighth installment will feature more experimentation, they didn’t disappoint. First was the introduction of werewolves and witches which one can never imagine in a Resident Evil game. Some fans have expressed their dissatisfaction with the series veering away from its traditional zombie mutagen. However history has shown that Capcom’s […]

The NBA will have a new live streaming partner in Microsoft for the upcoming 2020-21 regular season. Per a report from Variety.com, the league has teamed up with the tech giant to incorporate machine learning and AI to tailor the experience of streaming live NBA games. Microsoft will now be the “Official Artificial Intelligence Partner” […]