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The gaming market is undergoing radical transformation. PC gaming revenue has grown by 20% over four years, while console sales flatline. The report reveals that PC gaming profits over the past decade have outpaced PlayStation and Xbox projects by a staggering 220%, signaling a irreversible tilt toward versatile, high-performance platforms.

Fanta and Xbox have announced a vibrant collaboration to launch limited-edition Xbox consoles and wireless controllers inspired by the bold flavors of the popular soda brand. The campaign, set to roll out across eight European countries, gives gamers a chance to win exclusive prizes and brighten up the winter season.

Microsoft has introduced an updated version of the Xbox wireless controller — the Pulse Cipher. Like the Sky Cipher and Ghost Cipher, it features translucent plastic, but its standout feature is its red color. The back is made from matte plastic and is painted in a burgundy shade.

Microsoft has announced the first lineup of games coming to Game Pass this January. Over the next week, subscribers will have access to the following titles:

A rumor has surfaced online about a new Xbox console, which, according to insider TheGhostOfHope, will be released in 2026 and might be called Xbox Prime (possibly a codename). Naturally, Microsoft has not commented on this information.

Microsoft has unveiled a new lineup of games set to arrive on Xbox Game Pass in the near future. Additionally, the company has revealed which titles will be leaving the service in December.

The racing arcade game Forza Horizon 5 was released in 2021 on PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. However, according to insider eXtas1s, Microsoft had also prepared a PS5 version of the game, which was subsequently postponed for unclear reasons.

Xbox Game Studios and Asobo Studio have released Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 for PC and Xbox Series X/S, and the game is now available on Game Pass. However, it has received overwhelmingly negative reviews on Steam, with the rating standing at just 14% at the time of writing.

Bloomberg published an interview with Phil Spencer. The head of Xbox officially confirmed the development of a portable console and discussed other important points.

Rumors are circulating online about a portable Xbox console that has yet to be officially announced. In a recent episode of The Xbox Two podcast, journalist Jez Corden mentioned that it is likely to be revealed in 2025, rather than during The Game Awards 2024 as many believe.