Leaked Xbox Memo Reveals Obsidian’s Fate Under Bethesda
The head of Bethesda said in a leaked company memo that Obsidian will retain its independence following a recent reorganization at Xbox.
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Xbox’s New ‘Mythic’ Achievement Features An Unlock Noise That Goes On For 15 Seconds
Mythic achievements will serve as Xbox's take on PlayStation's platinum trophies
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IGN•Danielle Abraham1h ago- neutral toward Xbox · 99%
Xbox’s Restructuring Is A ‘Reverse Acquisition In Slow Motion,’ Analysts Say
Experts call Halo under Activision a 'demotion' and worry that 'Project Helix absolutely must hit'
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Xbox’s Long-Awaited Platinum Trophy Equivalent Leaks Online
Xbox's new Mythic Achievement system has leaked online.
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Obsidian's "creative identity and strengths" will remain intact, promises Bethesda, as it takes control of Fallout: New Vegas studio
Xbox's massive and still ongoing reorganisation has pushed Obsidian Entertainment under Bethesda's umbrella. Despite the quite drastic corporate shakeup, Bethesda's president is promising folks the iconic RPG developer will hold onto its "creative identity." Read more
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Bethesda Boss Issues Memo to Staff After Xbox Moves Obsidian Into the Fallout Company
The boss of Bethesda has issued a memo to staff reassuring them that Obsidian Entertainment remains “distinct” despite being absorbed into the company as part of this week’s seismic Xbox studios reorganisation.
IGN•Wesley Yin-Poole3h ago- neutral toward Bethesda · 95%
Xbox’s Mythic achievements sound like PlayStation’s Platinum trophy
Xbox appears to be ready to launch its own version of PlayStation's platinum trophies. A new update to the Xbox PC app has revealed Mythic achievements, which according to data in the app will appear once a player completes all the achievements in a game. Mythic achievements appear on screen with a unique unlock sound, […]
The Verge•Tom Warren4h ago- neutral toward Xbox · 97%
Age of Empires studio World's Edge reportedly lost "nearly half" of its staff during yesterday's Xbox cuts and move to Activision
Yesterday's Xbox cuts saw organisational restructuring that moved Age of Empires studio World's Edge under Activision's control. The initial announcement did not specify whether the Age of Empire studio would lose any staff as part of this transition, but new information has emerged suggesting many members of the team have been let go. Read more
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Xbox lays off Gears of War: E-Day's story director barely two weeks before the game's launch
The story director for Gears of War: E-Day has been laid off as part of yesterday's Xbox cuts , barely two weeks before the game he's worked on for more than four years is released. Read more
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State of Decay studio Undead Labs goes independent after Xbox restructuring, but lays off "a significant number" of the team in doing so
State of Decay studio Undead Labs has shared good and bad news following Xbox's second round of job cuts this year . Read more
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State of Decay Developer Undead Labs Confirms 'Significant' Layoffs Following Independence from Xbox
State of Decay 3 developer Undead Labs has confirmed that it has had to undergo "significant" layoffs following its independence from Xbox.
IGN•Cade Onder20h ago- neutral toward Xbox · 97%
Microsoft Wants To Show You Ads In Between Boss Fights
Microsoft already shows you ads whenever you log into the Xbox Series X, but it seems like it's exploring an ad-supported way to essentially rent out games on Xbox consoles.
IGN•Jacqueline Thomas21h ago- neutral toward Microsoft · 75%
Xbox cuts 268 jobs and hands Halo development to Activision in major studio shakeup
The restructuring may streamline operations but risks diluting Xbox's brand identity and altering the creative direction of iconic franchises.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team21h ago- critical toward Xbox · 90%
Halo Studios Cinematic Director Promoted and Laid Off Within the Same Week as Xbox's Brutal Restructuring Continues
Halo Studios cinematic director Josh Daniels has confirmed that he was promoted and laid off within the same week amid news that Activision has now taken over the next Halo game.
IGN•Virginia Glaze23h ago- critical toward Xbox · 93%
It's Officially the End of an Era For Halo
Activision Blizzard will develop the next Halo game, Xbox announced in September, bringing a symbolic end to a decades-long rivalry between two FPS.
How to set up 5.1 surround sound system for your Xbox
Your Xbox is surround-sound capable, and it's easy to enjoy 5.1 or even 7.1 immersive sound for your favorite titles.
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Halo Developer Gets Promoted And Laid Off In The Same Week
Xbox laid off many devs at Halo Studios as the Halo franchise moves under Activision
Xbox is Turning its Back on Xbox Game Studios
After moving Halo to Activision, Microsoft only has three studios left under Xbox's own publisher
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Sea of Thieves Fans Fear for Rare's Future as Studio Gets Put Under Activision Following Xbox Reset
Sea of Thieves fans are concerned for Rare's future, as the studio has been consolidated under Activision as part of Xbox's latest reset.
IGN•Cade Onder22 Sept- critical toward Xbox · 87%