Microsoft

As the developer of the Windows operating system and the manufacturer of the Xbox family of gaming consoles, Microsoft’s no stranger to the world of gaming. As a publisher, the company is known for iconic franchises such as Halo and Gears of War. The publisher’s latest title, Redfall, released on May 2, 2023 from Arkane Studios.

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As Billions Fly, Ubisoft Analyst Just Wondering Why Nobody Wants To Buy It

Stakeholders in Assassin's Creed publisher seem more open to being acquired than in the past

By Ethan Gach Published February 17, 2022

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February’s Game Pass Lineup Is Kinda A Snore

Of the offerings, Total War: Warhammer III the only marquee

By Ari Notis Published February 15, 2022
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Halo Infinite Finally Addresses Desync Lag, And You’d Better Pull Up A Seat

343 Industries ran down a common community concern in a massive blog post

By Ari Notis Published February 10, 2022
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Head Of Xbox Downplays Fears Of Game Pass Price Hike

Phil Spencer talks Game Pass plans and Xbox exclusivity in recent interview

By Ethan Gach Published February 9, 2022
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Halo Infinite Is Selling A Literal Halo

For the first time, Halo fans are largely united in praise of a cosmetic item

By Ari Notis Published February 9, 2022

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Halo Infinite‘s Xbox Numbers Slip Behind Roblox

343’s shooter debuted as the most-played Xbox game, but it’s no longer king of the hill

By Ari Notis Published February 8, 2022
CultureKotaku Game Diary

Halo Infinite’s Players Love Shooting You After You’re Dead

Is it poor sportsmanship? Good fun? Something else entirely?

By Ari Notis Published February 7, 2022
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Confused Halo Infinite Fans Buy Nail Polish For Skins, Get Forza Stuff Instead

The sunset-hued car livery is nice, but it's no sparkly Spartan

By Ari Notis Published February 4, 2022
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Halo Infinite‘s Big Team Battle Finally Works After Months Of Dysfunction

The marquee casual mode of 343’s popular shooter has been busted since early December

By Ari Notis Published February 3, 2022
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Nintendo Sounds Leery Of Acquisitions

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa thinks buying studios can be a minus

By Brian Ashcraft Published February 3, 2022

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Hardcore Halo Infinite Fans Are Frustrated With State Of Shooter Despite Updates, Events

From the departure of Attrition to long-standing matters of de-sync, vocal players aren’t pleased

By Ari Notis Published February 2, 2022
CultureOdds and Ends

Halo Infinite Spartans Fly Around Like Titanfall Players With This Grappling Hook Technique

It’s not new, but an esports commentator has put a renewed spotlight on 343 Industries’ grapple slide

By Levi Winslow Published February 2, 2022
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The Japanese Internet Reacts To Sega Leaving The Arcade Business

'This is truly the end,' writes one online commenter

By Brian Ashcraft Published February 1, 2022
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Destiny 2 Won’t Become A PlayStation Exclusive Post-Acquisition, Sony Says

PlayStation boss Jim Ryan says the deal is about making better live-service games

By Ethan Gach Published January 31, 2022
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Sony Buys Bungie, Makers of Destiny 2 For $3.6B

The PS5 manufacturer says games will remain multiplatform

By Ethan Gach Published January 31, 2022

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Xbox Game Pass Will Soon Stop Taking Money From Inactive Accounts

Microsoft's service should be more upfront about auto-renewal and refunds, too

By Ian Walker Published January 28, 2022
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The Ongoing Fury Around Halo Infinite‘s Store And Its Prices, Explained

The ‘perfect ascension’ bundle is 800 credits, but a single helmet costs 700?

By Ari Notis Published January 26, 2022
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Halo Infinite Removes Its Worst Map From Ranked Play, Pros Rejoice

For the time being, you won’t be able to play CTF on Behemoth in ranked playlists

By Ari Notis Published January 26, 2022
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Blizzard Teases First New Game Universe Since Overwatch Amid Developer Exodus

The studio is recruiting for a survival game currently early in development

By Ethan Gach Published January 26, 2022
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Call Of Duty Maker Reveals Plan To Squash Union Effort

Activision Blizzard calls for studio-wide vote after refusing to voluntarily recognize Raven QA union

By Ethan Gach Published January 25, 2022

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