Microsoft

09

Nov

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Showtime’s Halo Series is Nearing Production

Finally! After years of speculation and waiting, we're seeing true progress with Showtime's Halo series. The cast has been nailed down and early script readings have now been completed as well. It was announced that the series is nearing production earlier today via Twitter: https://twitter.com/SHO_Halo/status/1192872157426180100?s=20 Our Take Given the quality…

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24

Oct

By Ains

Videos

Industry Perspective : The Impact of Xbox Game Pass

In this episode of Industry Perspective, Porshapwr examines Xbox Game Pass, the questions surrounding it, and speak to how it's changing the industry. https://youtu.be/Z6MzsNfXQbU

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18

Sep

By Seasoned Gaming

E3, Latest News

According to Leaked Document, the ESA is Proposing Major Changes to E3

As reported by GameDaily.biz, the ESA is apparently pushing for major changes to E3 for 2020. According to the report, the ESA seeks to modify E3 into a "fan, media, and influencer festival" where the focus would be more about "experiences" than just a straight trade show as E3 is…

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09

Sep

By Seasoned Gaming

Podcasts

Bitcast 72 : Reactions to Nintendo’s Direct and Gears 5 Launch

In episode 72 we discuss Nintendo's most recent Direct, discuss the most over and under rated games of the generation, and give our impressions of Gears 5. Google Play Itunes SoundCloud Spotify https://youtu.be/Zvp5gjvXqpg

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06

Sep

By Ains

Videos

Industry Perspective Premier : Will the PS5 and Xbox Scarlett be the Last Consoles?

In this debut episode of Industry Perspective, I look at the future of cloud gaming and what it means for the generations of consoles after the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Scarlett. https://youtu.be/VOVKIUqIZ6E

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16

Aug

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Halo Infinite Creative Director Departs 343 Industries

According to a report by Kotaku, the Creative Director on Halo Infinite, Tim Longo, has departed 343 Industries. Apparently Longo had been operating in another capacity for several weeks already. According to 343 Industries, this does not impact Infinite and Chris Lee continues to be head of the production and…

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12

Aug

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Minecraft ‘Super Duper Graphics Pack’ Cancelled

Mojang announced today on their website that the Super Duper Graphics Pack has been cancelled. "Super Duper was an ambitious initiative that brought a new look to Minecraft but, unfortunately, the pack proved too technically demanding to implement as planned. We realize this is disappointing to some of you –…

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17

Jun

By Bert Saenz (TREBM3)

Articles, Impressions

Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 : How the Hardware Team is Improving Upon the Original

During E3 we had an up close and personal look at the new Elite Controller Series 2 from the Xbox Hardware Team. There are many new features in the controller and it's important that we don't simply get lost in its similar look. Instead, let's take a deeper look at…

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11

Jun

By Ains

Articles, E3

Project xCloud is Coming, and it’s the Real Deal

Yesterday evening, I had the pleasure to finally get some hands-on time with Project xCloud. As we know, xCloud is a significant focus for the Xbox team and a pillar of their future strategy. But while we've seen it on-screen, and heard good things from the development teams, many Xbox…

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24

May

By Ains

Articles, Latest News

Article : The State of Xbox

The State of Xbox Gaming consoles have been around for decades and in that time we have seen a wealth of changes in how they are designed, marketed, and adopted. Yet, I can say with confidence we have never seen a console evolve over the course of a generation as…

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22

May

By Seasoned Gaming

Podcasts

Bitcast 58 : Sony Deals with Microsoft for Cloud Gaming

In Bitcast 58 we discuss the deal Sony has struck with Microsoft for cloud gaming, Call of Duty's shift in development, early E3 leaks, and more! Google Play Itunes SoundCloud Spotify YouTube https://youtu.be/YWC4JJab-Qk

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21

May

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Rumor : From Software and George R.R. Martin Collaborating on Open World Game

Mark this down as one of the most surprising yet intriguing rumors to come out of the pre-E3 buzz. According to Gematsu, From Software (Souls Series, Bloodborne, Sekiro) and George R.R. Martin (Game of Thrones) have been collaborating on an open-world RPG title which has been in development for the…

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17

May

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Sony Partners with Microsoft for Cloud Gaming Strategic Partnership

In surprise news yesterday, Microsoft and Sony formally announced a strategic partnership for cloud gaming. Under the memorandum of understanding signed by the parties, the two companies will explore joint development of future cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure to support their respective game and content-streaming services. In addition, the two…

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14

May

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Project xCloud Demonstration from GDC 2019

In this video from GDC, we see a demonstration of Project xCloud including how the UX team is designing the controls for touchscreens. There are notable games demoed as well including Forza Horizon 4, Cuphead, and Dead Cells. If you're interested in playing your Xbox games on the go, this…

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14

Mar

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Microsoft Opening Xbox Live to Android and IOS for Developers

As Microsoft pushes further into bringing Xbox to everyone, they announced a new SDK (Software Development Kit) today which will allow developers the ability to utilize Xbox Live while on an IOS or Android device. Kareem Choudhry, Microsoft VP and Cloud Gaming Chief, had the following to say: “We believe…

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