➀ Ninja Theory's Hellblade II is set to arrive on PlayStation 5 with an 'Enhanced' release this summer; ➁ The enhanced features will also be available as a free update for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox PC, and Steam players; ➂ The release coincides with the game's one-year anniversary and is expected to bring additional gameplay elements.
Recent #Xbox news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Microsoft has continued to refine the user experience on Xbox through consistent firmware updates; ➁ The latest update allows for greater customization of the homescreen; ➂ New features include hiding system apps, pinning recently played games, and reducing visible tiles.
➀ An upcoming Xbox handheld, developed in partnership with Asus, has leaked online following FCC certification. ➁ Known as Project Kennan, it is expected to be officially announced in the coming months. ➂ The device has a design similar to the ROG Ally but with larger controller handles for better comfort.
➀ This month's Game Pass update includes DOOM, Dragon Ball, and more; ➁ DOOM: The Dark Ages will be available on May 15th for Game Pass on PC and console; ➂ The full list of titles coming to Game Pass in May 2025 is provided.
➀ The trend in gaming in 2025 is that everything is getting more expensive, including the popular Call of Duty franchise.
➁ There are rumors that Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will have more expensive changes to its Battle Pass system.
➂ Some items, such as higher value rewards and loot, will be available only to Battle Pass owners, and Limited-Time Modes will be locked behind an additional fee.
➀ Microsoft recently announced significant price hikes for its Xbox hardware lineup, including the Xbox Series X and S.
➁ The Xbox Series S (512GB) in Robot White is still available for $273.99 at Walmart, 28% below the new MSRP.
➂ The Xbox Series S (1TB) can be found for $347 at Walmart, 19.3% below the new MSRP.
➃ The Xbox Series X (1TB) is becoming scarce at the old price point, but can still be found for $449 at Sams's Club.
➄ Some accessories like the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Controller and Full Controller are also available at reduced prices.
➀ Since acquiring Activision, Microsoft has been looking to revive some of the long-lost IPs. It seems that Prototype could be the first to get a reboot.
➁ Prototype was first released in 2009 and had a sequel in 2012. The games follow the story of Alex Mercer, a human shapeshifter.
➂ The series did not meet Activision's sales goals and was put on hold. A brief return in 2015 did not lead to a sequel.
➀ ASUS ROG在X（前身为Twitter）上发布了一段时长34秒的动画/渲染预告片，暗示即将推出一款Xbox品牌的游戏机。
➁ 虽然实际游戏机只出现在几秒钟内，但足以让我们了解其设计语言。如果这是最终设计，那么我们基本上看到的是一个为Xbox而升级的ROG Ally X。
➂ 虽然今天是愚人节，但这条消息几乎肯定不是愚人节的玩笑。
➀ Asus and Microsoft are rumored to be working on an upcoming Xbox handheld; ➁ The ROG Ally, a popular Asus handheld, is expected to be the Xbox-branded version; ➂ Microsoft is partnering with Asus to test the market for its first Xbox handheld device.
➀ Leakers provide updates on Xbox games coming to PS5; ➁ Microsoft confirms Forza Horizon 5 and Indiana Jones and The Great Circle for PS5; ➂ Starfield was planned for PS5 release last year; ➃ Halo's addition to PlayStation still seems to be going ahead.
➀ Microsoft is adding new in-game benefits for Game Pass subscribers; ➁ These benefits include cosmetics, characters, and in-game currency for select free-to-play games; ➂ The list of supported titles includes Heroes of the Storm, Naraka: Bladepoint, Smite 2, and more.
➀ It's no secret that Xbox is expanding its reach beyond just hardware, with a move to platforms such as Sony's PlayStation console paying off. The latest title to make the move is Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, a well-reviewed game that first made a splash on the Xbox.
➁ With multiple Microsoft titles shooting to the top of the PlayStation Store's preorder page, it's a clear sign that Microsoft's cross-platform efforts are paying off.
➂ Microsoft is keenly aware of the PlayStation 5's strong sales and is making its games available on other platforms to capitalize on this.
➀ Microsoft's Xbox is reportedly advancing towards a new gaming path, as indicated by an image from a recent blog post that revealed an early look at an updated Xbox app UI.
➁ The UI includes a 'Steam' tab within the game library, suggesting the potential for launching Steam games directly from the Xbox app without switching platforms.
➂ However, the feasibility of playing Steam games on Xbox is questionable due to platform-specific game purchases. The more likely explanation is that Microsoft is preparing for a partnership with ASUS for an Xbox-branded handheld, aiming to improve the software experience for this collaboration.
➀ Microsoft has experienced mixed success with adapting its IPs for TV; ➁ The cancellation of Paramount's Halo TV show last year; ➂ Xbox head Phil Spencer acknowledges learning from the process; ➃ No specific lessons were mentioned, but confidence in future adaptations is growing.
➀ The latest update to Xbox Game Pass includes new titles such as Octopath Traveler 2 and the Blizzard Arcade Collection; ➁ The Blizzard Arcade Collection, first released in 2021, includes classics like The Lost Vikings and Blackthorne; ➂ Xbox Game Pass Core subscribers will gain access to Batman Arkham Knight, Monster Sanctuary, and Tunic starting March 26th.
➀ Avowed is the biggest first-party Xbox game for 2025; ➁ The RPG was developed by Obsidian Entertainment and released on Microsoft's console and PC; ➂ The game's director, Carrie Patel, confirms that Xbox executives are happy with the player numbers; ➃ No concrete sales data was provided, but the studio and Microsoft levels are pleased with the game's reception.
➀ Xbox测试版用户报告称，最新更新导致游戏机重置至出厂设置，删除了配置文件和快速恢复数据；
➁ 报告显示，Alpha和Alpha Skip-Ahead两个测试层级均受到影响；
➂ 用户在Reddit上表达了对这一问题的担忧，并建议其他测试版用户谨慎更新。
➀ A reputable Call of Duty leaker has revealed that the 2026 release of the franchise is reportedly being developed for the next Xbox.
➁ The new game is titled 'Modern Warfare IV' and is in development for the next generation Xbox console.
➂ The leaker mentions that if 'Call of Duty: Warzone' doesn't attract players with the Verdansk update, there won't be a 'Warzone 3'.
➀ Microsoft has announced the upcoming removal of several games from the Xbox Game Pass library; ➁ The list includes notable titles like Yakuza 5 and 6, Lies of P, and SpongeBob Squarepants Battle for Bikini Bottom; ➂ The games are set to leave the service on March 15th.
➀ Microsoft updates its Xbox Game Pass library with new and returning titles, including Avowed and EA Sports F1 24; ➁ A number of games are set to leave the service on February 28th, such as F1 22, Gris, and Wo Long Fallen Dynasty; ➂ The article invites readers to share their thoughts on Avowed and which departing games they plan to complete.