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Gaming News September 13, 2026, 11:32 AM
The Coalition has given Gears of War: E-Day a new grotesque enemy called Spore Matron, a fleshy creature about three meters wide that spits out spores and will appear in the unreleased prequel, scheduled for October 6, 2026 on Windows PC and Xbox Series X/S. Nicole Fawcette introduced the monster at Gamescom 2026. -
A TV series based on one of Blizzard's universes might get shown at BlizzCon on September 12 — an insider won't say which one
Movies and TV Series September 8, 2026, 12:27 AM
In a few days, Blizzard will hold its own festival for the first time in three years. And rumor has it a project fans have been asking for since 2020 might surface there. -
Gaming News August 26, 2026, 05:09 PM
Playground Games used gamescom 2026 to detail a new drift-focused mode and two later themed updates for Forza Horizon 6. The free September 7 patch will add Drift Attack, while British Automotive content and a 7-Eleven collaboration are due later. -
Gaming News August 1, 2026, 08:09 PM
Windows Central journalist Jez Corden says Microsoft may be leaving itself room to rethink how it distributes Xbox games on PC, including a scenario where future releases no longer appear on Steam. -
Halo: Campaign Evolved Review. A beautiful but problematic remaster that’s being passed off as a remake
Video Game Reviews July 31, 2026, 08:00 PM
In recent years, Halo has gone from being a cult franchise to a string of lackluster sequels that fail to excite either players or fans, and 343 Industries has never quite managed to capture Bungie’s signature vibe, despite the solid gameplay of Halo Infinite. Now the series is getting yet another reboot: a remake of the first game, titled Halo: Campaign Evolved, is set to lay the groundwork for a new era, and the studio has even changed its name to Halo Studios in an effort to restore the project to its former glory. The developers have been given the chance to master Unreal Engine 5 and get a handle on “Bungie’s magic,” but making a remake of a 25-year-old game truly exciting is no easy task. Read our review to find out if they managed to recapture that special atmosphere and impress new players. -
Video Game Previews July 24, 2026, 03:00 PM
Halo: Campaign Evolved launches on July 28, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5. Owners of the Premium Edition have had access since July 23. It’s a full-fledged remake built on Unreal Engine 5, which, according to the developer, offers a fresh perspective on the familiar story campaign. But upon closer inspection, it copies the original so faithfully that you can’t help but wonder: was the game really worth it, given that the Master Chief Collection is already available on last-gen Xbox consoles and PC? -
Gaming News July 23, 2026, 07:22 PM
Halo: Campaign Evolved has started receiving its first review scores from the gaming press, and the overall reception has been positive. The game currently holds a Metascore of 81 on Metacritic. -
Gaming News July 14, 2026, 01:22 PM
Playground Games has rolled out the Italian Exotics update for [game=77321]Forza Horizon 6, bringing fresh content, gameplay fixes, and several changes to the game's competitive side. At the same time, the studio has completely reset the Rivals leaderboards in an effort to remove unrealistic times achieved through various exploits. -
Gaming News July 12, 2026, 09:11 PM
Insider Rebs Gaming has reported a deep management crisis within Halo Studios. The issues have reportedly escalated to HR and impacted the development of Halo: Campaign Evolved. Studio head Pierre Hintze has emerged as the central figure of these allegations. -
Gaming News July 9, 2026, 10:06 PM
A source familiar with Xbox's plans said Microsoft still intends to use id Tech in future projects, even after major layoffs at id Software. The report adds that the latest version of the engine, id Tech 8, remains part of that long-term strategy. -
Gaming News July 3, 2026, 07:11 PM
FORZA HORIZON 6 now features a cloud save auto-recovery system that helps players restore their progress after unexpected data loss. The update, available on Xbox Series X/S and PC, lets users recover their most recent cloud save if an issue arises, significantly reducing the risk of losing hard-earned achievements. -
Gaming News July 3, 2026, 04:47 PM
FORZA HORIZON 6, an open-world racing game from Playground Games, launched on May 19 and has quickly become the highest-rated release of the first half of 2026 on Metacritic. With an impressive average score of 90 out of 100 based on 78 critic reviews, it stands out as the top new title of the year so far. -
Gaming News June 26, 2026, 06:21 PM
STATE OF DECAY 3, the next entry in Undead Labs' survival franchise, will launch in 2027 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Game Pass, bringing a dramatic overhaul to its co-op experience. For the first time, up to four players can freely explore a massive open world together, with no restrictions on distance or movement. The game already has a Steam page. -
Articles June 25, 2026, 08:00 PM
Back in 2018, Microsoft announced the revival of the Fable franchise, the beloved series of fantasy RPGs that first rose to prominence in the 2000s. Responsibility for the reboot was handed to Playground Games, arguably the most successful British game studio currently in operation. The goal was not merely to continue the series, but to fully reboot it—a trend that has become increasingly common across the gaming industry over the past decade. -
Gaming News June 17, 2026, 09:01 PM
During the State of Unreal 2026 presentation, The Coalition unveiled a new cinematic trailer for Gears of War: E-Day and shared fresh details about the game's technology. The title is set to launch on October 6, 2026, for Xbox Series X/S and PC, while players who pre-order will gain access to the open beta starting August 6. -
News June 15, 2026, 08:00 PM
Xbox Game Studios head Craig Duncan is stepping down from his position less than two years after taking the role. Xbox Game Studios Chief of Staff Louise O'Connor is also leaving the company. Both executives are set to officially depart later this week. -
Gaming News June 10, 2026, 10:48 PM
Eight years ago, Bethesda officially announced The Elder Scrolls 6 with a brief teaser trailer during E3. Since then, the game has remained largely absent from the spotlight. Bethesda has yet to reveal the setting, show gameplay footage, or even provide a rough release window. -
Gaming News June 10, 2026, 07:47 PM
Fable, Playground Games' reboot of the series, will launch on February 23, 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Ahead of release the studio published a detailed 30-minute gameplay walkthrough that dives into the game's life-sim systems, reputation mechanics, and the more than 1,000 handcrafted NPCs; the title already has a Steam page, PlayStation Store page, and Xbox Store page. -
Gaming News May 15, 2026, 08:12 PM
Players who purchased the Premium Edition of Forza Horizon 6 have already gained access to the game, which is why the first user reviews have now appeared on Steam. At the time of writing, the game holds a rating of 77%. -
Is This the Best Tokyo Ever in a Game? Forza Horizon 6 Devs Showcase the Series’ Largest City Location Yet
Gaming News April 17, 2026, 08:54 PM
Playground Games has released a brand-new video for Forza Horizon 6, spotlighting the game’s in-world version of Tokyo. With about a month left until launch—set for May 19—fans are getting an early look at what might be the most impressive cityscape in the franchise’s history.
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