Microsoft Rewards October Gift Card Sale Begins, Includes Discount On Xbox Credit

You will need to be VERY swift though! by Fraser Gilbert Yesterday, 6:55pm Last month, it was revealed that Microsoft Rewards would be hosting a Gift Card Sale at some point in October, and that sale is now live – it features up to 10% reduction on selected gift cards, and Xbox is part of Read More

Microsoft Rewards Team Insists October Gift Card Sale Hasn’t Been Forgotten About

“We’ve noticed your inquiries” by Fraser Gilbert Yesterday, 4:15pm Back in mid-September, there was significant enthusiasm among Microsoft Rewards participants following an announcement for a Gift Card Sale set for October… but then nothing transpired when October came. Even worse, the advertisement for the sale abruptly vanished, fueling speculation that Microsoft might have discreetly scrapped Read More

Microsoft Set To Announce ‘Free’ Xbox Cloud Gaming Tier With Ads

An option other than streaming through Game Pass by Fraser Gilbert Yesterday, 5pm With Microsoft broadening Xbox Cloud Gaming availability to all editions of Xbox Game Pass earlier this week (featuring diverse advantages and restrictions for each), the corporation is reportedly ready to unveil a free variant for xCloud shortly as well. This information is Read More

Microsoft Rewards Set To Remove ‘Direct’ Xbox Game Pass Redemptions From October 1st

It seems you’ll have to accomplish it via Xbox Gift Cards instead. Image: Xbox / Microsoft Rewards / Pure Xbox It appears we’re receiving a lot of Microsoft Rewards updates currently, and this is a particularly intriguing turn of events – numerous MS Rewards users are being informed that direct Xbox Game Pass redemptions are Read More

Microsoft Announces First Batch Of Accessories For The ROG Xbox Ally

“You will soon have additional options to personalize your gaming experience” With the ROG Xbox Ally pre-orders officially commencing, we’re beginning to observe some accessories emerging for the handheld, and Microsoft is specifically promoting three items through the official Xbox Wire platform at this moment. Interestingly, two of these focus on storage solutions, with one Read More

Rumour: Microsoft & ASUS Wanted To ‘Further Subsidise’ The Price Of The ROG Xbox Ally

“They clearly weren’t able to accomplish it for any reason” Back in August at Gamescom 2025, we discovered the official launch date for the forthcoming ROG Xbox Ally handheld(s), yet Microsoft opted not to disclose the price or initiate pre-orders at that time due to a “difficult” macro-economic situation. This choice appeared to be made Read More

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 PS5 Preorders Are Live

GameSpot might earn income from affiliate and promotional collaborations for disseminating this content and from acquisitions through links. Recently, we have witnessed numerous first-party Xbox titles migrate to PS5, and one of the following games to arrive on Sony’s system is a major one: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. The newest installment in the longstanding flight Read More

Microsoft Adds Sleek Ninja Gaiden 4 Controller To Xbox Design Lab

Now accessible! by Ben Kerry Yesterday, 4:15pm Following closely on the addition of its beloved Witcher 3 controllers to the service, Microsoft has unveiled new Ninja Gaiden 4 choices in its Xbox Design Lab program today. Currently available in the Lab, enthusiastic gamers can create personalized versions of this fresh Ninja Gaiden 4 design – Read More

Microsoft Store Tells Xbox Fans To ‘Check Your Chat’ For Free Money

Seemingly nothing yet though So, we’ve been having a browse on the Microsoft Store this morning to check out all the new Xbox deals that have been added (more on those later today), and we’ve come across something called “Check Your Chat” on the main page. Microsoft is specifically telling Xbox fans that they’ve been Read More

Microsoft Is Raising Xbox Prices In The US Again

GameSpot may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases through links. If you were planning on getting an Xbox console for the holidays, you might want to act sooner rather than later, because Microsoft has just announced that it’s once again raising the price of its consoles starting Read More

Microsoft Announces New Price Increases For Xbox Series X|S In The US

“We are navigating an incredibly dynamic environment” by Fraser Gilbert Yesterday, 9:46pm To finish off the week, Microsoft has announced that it’s increasing the prices of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in the United States, and these increases will apply to all versions of the two systems currently on the market. The Read More

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Could Be Xbox’s Next PS5 Conversion

According to a new rumour by Ben Kerry Yesterday, 6pm At this point, Microsoft is at full speed when it comes to launching its games on PS5, with another couple due next month in Ninja Gaiden 4 and The Outer Worlds 2. However, the team is also continuing to port over some of its older Read More

Microsoft Rewards Might Be Ditching The ‘Auto-Redeem’ Offer For Xbox Game Pass

Emails have been shared by some MS Rewards members by Fraser Gilbert Fri, 2:45pm We’ve got a little update to share on Microsoft Rewards today, as it’s being reported that the service might be ditching the ability to auto-redeem Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass subscriptions at the end of the month. For those Read More

Report: Microsoft Has No Plans To Bring Black Ops 7 To Switch 2 At Launch

The moment could still arrive, but it isn’t happening yet. by Ben Kerry Fri, 2pm Image: Activision Xbox’s sprawling worldwide reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 during Gamescom Opening Night Live is nearly upon us, yet those owning a Switch 2 might want to keep excitement in check—at least for now. Trusted tipster Read More

Microsoft CEO Comments On Recent Xbox Layoffs, Doubles Down On AI

“These decisions are among the most difficult” Now that the dust has somewhat settled on the masses of job losses that recently occurred over at Xbox, and as the company moves towards a new fiscal year, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has put out a fresh statement on moving forward. The Microsoft boss starts out by Read More

Microsoft Reverts Price Increase For The Outer Worlds 2, Will Launch For $70 On Xbox

“In line with current market conditions” by Ben Kerry Yesterday, 3:30pm Not so long ago now, Microsoft announced sweeping price increases for some of its Xbox products, including plans to release future AAA games at $80. In turn, October’s The Outer Worlds 2 was set to be the company’s first $80 release, but those plans Read More

Microsoft Is Adding A ‘Play History’ Tab To The Xbox Dashboard

Bridging Xbox, Windows and Cloud play in one place by Ben Kerry Yesterday, 5:45pm Today Microsoft unveiled a noteworthy tweak for Xbox gamers, pushing the platform ever closer to a single cohesive ecosystem spanning console, Windows and the cloud. Currently shipping to Xbox Insiders, a freshly minted ‘Play History’ section will appear on both console Read More

Microsoft Movies & TV Is Officially Ending, Which Will Have A Big Impact On Xbox

It’s the end of an era! by Fraser Gilbert Fri, 4:20pm For well over a decade now, Microsoft has used its “Movies & TV” (otherwise known as “Films & TV”) service to allow Xbox and PC users to rent or buy films – but suddenly, that’s all come to a screeching halt today. The company Read More

Microsoft Spends Up To $50m On Xbox Game Pass Partnerships, Says Former Manager

“Agreements ranging from $50k to over $50m” by Ben Kerry Yesterday, 5:15pm Microsoft’s proprietary first-party titles serve as a significant attraction with Xbox Game Pass — especially these days, considering the plethora of studios it owns — but that doesn’t imply that extensive collaborations with external teams aren’t also essential. In fact, some of these Read More

Microsoft Is Seemingly Cutting Back On Its Quality Assurance Efforts With Xbox

“The Xbox user research group has been impacted significantly” by Ben Kerry Yesterday, 10:15pm Image: Liam Croft / Hookshot Media As you are likely already aware, Microsoft has been eliminating positions aggressively this week, and these actions stem partly from ‘streamlining’ the organization – or as Xbox executive Matt Booty states: “to realign priorities and Read More

Microsoft Rewards Is Giving Away 500 Points For Just A Few Minutes’ Work

But solely in the US. Interested in acquiring some effortlessly earned Microsoft Rewards points? If you’re situated in the United States and have access to some type of Windows PC, there’s a straightforward method to increase your rewards. Microsoft Rewards is hosting an “exclusive promotion” from June 27th to July 27th where you can receive Read More

Microsoft And Video Game Workers Union Reach Tentative Agreement On Labor Contract

The Communications Workers of America, the union representing QA testers at ZeniMax, declared today that it has arrived at a provisional accord on a labor contract with Microsoft. If enacted, this agreement will be among the first to take effect at one of the major AAA game publishers. Last month…Read More Read More

Microsoft Signs ‘Historic Tentative Agreement’ With QA Devs At Bethesda

In an unprecedented move for the gaming sector…”.The Communication Workers of America (CWA) has revealed that unionized QA developers at Bethesda’s parent company ZeniMax have reached a “groundbreaking preliminary contract agreement” with Microsoft, following “almost two years” of discussions. The arrangement — which is currently under finalization and is only ‘preliminary’ at this point — Read More

Microsoft Launches Beta For AI Chatbot That Reads Your Xbox Profile

Microsoft revealed today that it is launching a beta edition of Copilot for Gaming on mobile devices. Participants on iOS and Android can now experience Microsoft’s initial effort at melding an AI assistant with its Xbox platform. In a blog entry, Microsoft indicated that users of the beta version of the Xbox app for mobile Read More

Microsoft Celebrates As Xbox Vs. FTC Officially Comes To An End

The Activision Blizzard conflict has concluded We never imagined we would witness this moment, but it has indeed arrived! Just after a recent setback in their battle against the Xbox Activision Blizzard acquisition, the FTC has declared today that it is withdrawing its case against Microsoft. In its filing, the FTC remarked that “the public Read More

Microsoft CEO Announces ‘Top Publisher’ Milestone For Xbox Games On PS5

As Xbox games surpass 500 million monthly active players Image: Microsoft, Xbox As highlighted elsewhere on Pure Xbox, Microsoft has disclosed its most recent earnings report today for the quarter concluding on March 31st, revealing some unprecedented results for the Xbox brand. Microsoft’s CEO, Satya Nadella, participated in an earnings call after the report and Read More

Microsoft Releases New Xbox Series X|S Dynamic Background For Oblivion Remastered

It’s all unfolding! by Ben Kerry Yesterday, 6:55pm We are officially declaring today Oblivion Remastered day, with an abundance of unexpected news surging our way, and now Microsoft has introduced yet another excitement – a fresh dynamic background for Xbox Series X and S consoles. Indeed, in honor of the release of The Elder Scrolls Read More

Microsoft Announces 25+ Titles For The Xbox ‘Stream Your Own Game’ Service

Featuring 8 titles available immediately! by Ben Kerry Thu, 3:30pm Since the commencement of enabling game streaming outside of the Xbox Game Pass collection, Microsoft has constantly provided significant updates to the Xbox ‘Stream Your Own Game’ lineup. In conjunction with the April update from the team, a fresh group of titles has been revealed Read More

Microsoft Is Handing Out Free Xbox Gift Cards For The Spring Sale 2025

It may be beneficial to review your Xbox account(s) by Ben Kerry Fri, 11am This week, Microsoft has officially launched the Xbox Spring Sale 2025 – featuring discounts on over 1,000 games as part of this extensive campaign. In a delightful twist, some Xbox users are being rewarded with complimentary gift cards to promote additional Read More