Analysts warn Xbox faces deeper crisis as Activision and Bethesda gain control in ‘slow reverse acquisition’
Analysts warn Xbox faces a deeper crisis as Microsoft shifts power to Activision and Bethesda in a 'slow reverse acquisition' that risks studio individuality.
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OneXplayer 3 with Arc G3 Extreme to launch at $1399
ONEXPLAYER 3 launches on Indiegogo with Intel Arc G3 Extreme, Arc B390 graphics, an 8.8-inch 144Hz AMOLED display, 85Wh battery, and pricing from $1,399.
Valve Steam Machine launches at $1,049, 2TB bundle costs $1,428
Valve has confirmed full Steam Machine pricing, with the 512GB model starting at $1,049 and the 2TB bundle with Steam Controller priced at $1,428. The SteamOS mini PC launches with a semi-custom AMD Zen 4 CPU, RDNA 3 graphics with 28 CUs, 16GB DDR5 memory and up to 2TB NVMe storage.
ASUS ROG XBOX Ally X20 gets 7.4-inch OLED screen and bundled AR glasses
Just as ASUS adds OLED to its first handheld, they also bundle it with AR glasses (for reasons unknown).
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Analysts warn Xbox faces deeper crisis as Activision and Bethesda gain control in ‘slow reverse acquisition’
Analysts warn Xbox faces a deeper crisis as Microsoft shifts power to Activision and Bethesda in a 'slow reverse acquisition' that risks studio individuality.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Director Doubts Large-Scale Multi-Part Remakes Will Be Repeated
Final Fantasy VII Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi doubts large- scale multi- part remakes will be repeated, citing management headaches and rising AAA budgets.
Kotobukiya Opens Pre-Orders for Ludens Model Kit at Around $69.56
Kotobukiya opens pre- orders for the Ludens model kit, a 19 cm glue- free figure supervised by Yoji Shinkawa, priced at around $69.56 for March 2027 release.
The Blood of Dawnwalker developers soften time mechanics after pre-release player feedback
The Blood of Dawnwalker developers softened time mechanics after pre- release feedback, giving players more leeway to engage with the narrative without fear- based decisions.
Kowloon’s Gate: Suzaku for Switch launches October 29, bringing VR classic to handheld
Kowloon’s Gate: Suzaku launches on Nintendo Switch on October 29. The game brings the VR classic to handhelds, allowing players to explore the Kowloon Walled City without VR hardware.
Unicorn Overlord director Takafumi Noma announces DAWNGAZER action RPG for PS5, Switch 2, and PC
Unicorn Overlord director Takafumi Noma announces DAWNGAZER, a new action RPG set in the IGNISPHERE universe, launching in 2028 on PS5, Switch 2, and PC.
Activision takes over next Halo game development, Halo Studios boss Pierre Hintze rejected
Activision reportedly takes over next Halo game development from Halo Studios, rejecting boss Pierre Hintze and stalling Halo 2, 3, and 7 remakes.
Vivo Y600i launches with 8,000mAh battery, IP69 protection, and Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 for around $297
Vivo Y600i launches with an 8,000mAh battery, IP69 protection, and Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 for around $297. Available in China starting September 30.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve opening cinematic released ahead of October 2 launch
Bandai Namco released the opening cinematic for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, confirming an October 2 launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
Xbox claims Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders match its console market share
Xbox claims Grand Theft Auto VI pre- orders match its console market share, with leadership citing record- breaking sales on Xbox platforms.
