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Neco2025

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Gears of War: E-Day Sales Rumor Puts Xbox’s Exclusivity Strategy in Focus
FEATURED ESSAY · Oct 29, 2026

Gears of War: E-Day Sales Rumor Puts Xbox’s Exclusivity Strategy in Focus

A source says E-Day has sold more than 400,000 copies on Xbox and Steam, raising questions about Xbox’s reported $500 million development spend.

The Elder Scrolls 6 Rumored to Be Called Sentinel and Set in Hammerfell
Console News · Oct 29, 2026

The Elder Scrolls 6 Rumored to Be Called Sentinel and Set in Hammerfell

A report points to a possible title reveal next month, with The Elder Scrolls 6 reportedly named Sentinel and set in Hammerfell.

The Lost Wild Dev Diary Details Its Dinosaur AI and Survival Horror Design
Console News · Oct 29, 2026

The Lost Wild Dev Diary Details Its Dinosaur AI and Survival Horror Design

Great Ape’s dev diary explains how scientifically informed dinosaur behavior shapes the fear and stealth at the heart of The Lost Wild.

Gothic 1 Remake Update Adds Photo Mode, Cheats and Quest Fixes
Console News · Oct 29, 2026

Gothic 1 Remake Update Adds Photo Mode, Cheats and Quest Fixes

Gothic 1 Remake’s first feature update adds screenshot tools and Marvin Mode, alongside gameplay, quest and chapter-specific fixes.

Xbox Revenue Decline Narrows to 2% as Console Supply Limits Sales
Console News · Oct 29, 2026

Xbox Revenue Decline Narrows to 2% as Console Supply Limits Sales

Xbox revenue fell 2% year over year, improving from a 10% drop last quarter, while hardware revenue declined 14% amid supply constraints.

GTA 6 Original Score by Justice Arrives December 11 With 30 Tracks
Mobile & Handhelds · Oct 29, 2026

GTA 6 Original Score by Justice Arrives December 11 With 30 Tracks

Justice’s 30-track GTA 6 score gets a December 11 release, with physical editions and a new Gesaffelstein collaboration.

Greg Zeschuk Says BioWare’s Closure Marks the End of a Distinctive Studio
Mobile & Handhelds · Oct 29, 2026

Greg Zeschuk Says BioWare’s Closure Marks the End of a Distinctive Studio

BioWare co-founder Greg Zeschuk reflects on the studio’s loss, Edmonton’s connection to it and why he believes game development experience matters.

PS5 Prism Collection Adds Transparent DualSense Controllers and Console Covers in February
Console News · Oct 29, 2026

PS5 Prism Collection Adds Transparent DualSense Controllers and Console Covers in February

Sony’s Prism Collection brings glossy, see-through PS5 accessories in three colors on February 4, 2027, with preorders opening November 10.

The Duskbloods Moves to 2027 as FromSoftware Adjusts Gameplay Balance
Console News · Oct 29, 2026

The Duskbloods Moves to 2027 as FromSoftware Adjusts Gameplay Balance

FromSoftware has delayed The Duskbloods to 2027, citing post-beta work on game rules and balance after feedback from August testers.

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Sets February 2027 Release Date
Console News · Oct 28, 2026

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Sets February 2027 Release Date

The remake of Lara Croft’s 1996 debut arrives February 12, 2027, with classic puzzles, cat mummies and 48-hour early access in select editions.

Subnautica 2 Update Adds a Frog Chassis and a Leviathan That Scares Off Wildlife
Mobile & Handhelds · Oct 25, 2026

Subnautica 2 Update Adds a Frog Chassis and a Leviathan That Scares Off Wildlife

The next Subnautica 2 update adds new regions and abilities, while the Collector Leviathan sends other creatures fleeing for cover.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Team Intentionally Avoided a Metal Gear Rising-Style Cutting System
Mobile & Handhelds · Oct 25, 2026

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Team Intentionally Avoided a Metal Gear Rising-Style Cutting System

Director Satoru Nihei "wanted to have something that happened reactively to how you're playing, to show off the power of the abilities."

Arkane Lyon’s Future Hinges on Talks Over Studio and Blade
Console News · Oct 25, 2026

Arkane Lyon’s Future Hinges on Talks Over Studio and Blade

Jason Schreier says several options could keep Arkane Lyon open, while the cost of closing its French studio may shape Xbox’s decision.

Helen Chiang Leaves Xbox COO Role After Three Months
Console News · Oct 25, 2026

Helen Chiang Leaves Xbox COO Role After Three Months

Helen Chiang has left Xbox after 21 years at Microsoft and three months as COO, with other leaders covering her immediate responsibilities.

Canceled Mass Effect Game Was Reportedly Set 600 Years After the Reaper War
Mobile & Handhelds · Oct 25, 2026

Canceled Mass Effect Game Was Reportedly Set 600 Years After the Reaper War

Rumored details point to a postwar Mass Effect built around faction tensions, a customizable N7 agent and Hitman-style mission freedom.