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The landscape of corporate gaming faces severe disruption as Microsoft shifts away from its decade-long strategy of aggressive acquisitions. Newly appointed Xbox chief executive Asha Sharma has warned internal staff of a necessary "reset" following declining margins, forcing beloved studios like Double Fine, Ninja Theory, and Compulsion Games into tense negotiations to spin off independently and e...

The summer showcase season has delivered a formidable wave of nostalgia and high-profile revivals, signaling a major transitional period for the interactive entertainment industry. Microsoft leads the charge by steering its flagship tactical franchise backward with the gritty prequel Gears of War: E-Day , while Nintendo has electrified its community by confirming a ground-up reimagining of the sem...

PlayStation's latest broadcast has delivered a striking statement of intent for the coming years, anchored by Santa Monica Studio's surprise unveiling of God of War: Laufey . Shifting focus to Kratos's late wife, Faye, the mainline sequel promises an intense mythological journey through a netherworld for dead deities. This blockbuster reveal was flanked by a visceral, violent seven-minute gameplay...

In an industry increasingly fractured by the volatile economics of games-as-a-service models, Hasbro has made a definitive, multi-million dollar counter-move. Chief executive Chris Cocks has committed $1 billion strictly toward internal, premium single-player AAA experiences via Wizards of the Coast. This bold rejection of the live-service trend headlines this week's GameBurst podcast, alongside V...

The monthly video gaming briefing from GameBurst documents significant industrial milestones alongside ongoing corporate restructuring across major publishers. Leading the news, Subnautica 2 has launched into Early Access today on PC and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, the title includes four-player cooperative mechanics and an updated Unreal Engine 5 foundation. The re...

This week on GameBurst, the team covered a bumper week in gaming news — headlined by the news that Rebellion's post-apocalyptic British gem Atomfall is heading to television, with the Emmy-winning writers behind Fleabag attached to pen the series. It's a fitting creative match for a game that won Best British Game at this year's BAFTA Game Awards. Elsewhere, retro enthusiasts have plenty to look f...

Xbox is rethinking its identity under new gaming chief Asha Sharma, with exclusivity strategy and Game Pass pricing both under review. Retro fans, meanwhile, have cause to celebrate: Retro Games Limited has launched the Spectrum White Edition to mark 44 years since the original ZX Spectrum, priced at £129.99 at Argos. Ubisoft had better news to share too — Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is o...

This week on GameBurst, the team digs into a packed fortnight for the industry, from blockbuster release confirmations to hardware surprises and the ongoing turbulence reshaping the games business. Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto VI remains firmly on course for its 19 November 2026 launch, with Take-Two's Strauss Zelnick confirming a summer marketing push — and developers moving swiftly to quash viral...

This week on GameBurst , the team digs into a turbulent moment for the games industry, with fresh blows to both big studios and beloved franchises. Epic Games confirmed it is cutting more than 1,000 jobs — its second major round of redundancies in three years — as Fortnite engagement continues to slide and spending outpaces income. CEO Tim Sweeney was clear that AI had no role in the decision. Mea...

In a week dominated by big announcements and bigger surprises, GameBurst returns for its weekly roundup of all things video gaming. Microsoft lifted the curtain on Project Helix at GDC 2026, its next-generation console powered by a custom AMD SoC and promising significant advances in ray tracing and neural rendering — though a consumer launch remains some way off, with developer kits not expected...

This week on GameBurst, the team unpacks a turbulent few days for the games industry. Sony has reportedly reversed its strategy of simultaneous PC and console releases, returning first-party titles to a period of PlayStation exclusivity — a significant shift that analysts believe is designed to shore up the platform's appeal ahead of its next hardware cycle. In sadder news, Eurogamer faces a secon...

In this week's episode of GameBurst, we navigate a particularly turbulent period for the video game industry, marked by significant leadership shifts and mounting legal pressures . We lead with the executive upheaval at Xbox , where the sudden departures of stalwarts Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond have forced a swift pledge from new leadership to return the brand to its console hardware roots . The l...

In this week's episode of GameBurst, we cast a critical eye over a turbulent period for the gaming industry . The news is dominated by Sony's strategic pivot, as the company confirms a remastered trilogy of the original God of War titles alongside the surprise release of the 2D prequel, Sons of Sparta . However, this nostalgic revival is offset by the somber news of the closure of Bluepoint Games...

In this week's episode of GameBurst , we examine a series of significant disruptions across the video gaming industry, from retail collapses to industrial action. We report on the high-street stalwart GAME , which has reportedly filed for administration, potentially ending its long-standing presence in British retail. Meanwhile, Valve faces a substantial £656m class action lawsuit in the UK over a...

This week on GameBurst, we dissect a turbulent week for the gaming industry, led by Ubisoft's sweeping "portfolio reset" which has seen the long-awaited Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake axed alongside the closure of several studios . While the French publisher pivots toward a new "Creative House" model, the UK sector finds cause for optimism with the unveiling of the 2026 Games Growth co...

New #gameburst: Chloe Price returns in Life is Strange, Sophie Turner is Lara Croft, and Sony purges the PS Store. Plus, picks including Indiana Jones and The Outer Worlds 2. Pre-order James Batchelor's Pokemon history book now! Pre-order "The History of the Pokemon Games" by James Batchelor: Pen & Sword: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-History-of-the-Pokemon-Games-Hardback/p/57238 Waterstones...

In an era where digital landscapes are as much about the cultural zeitgeist as they are about mechanics, GameBurst's "Pick of the Year" special provides a refreshing, if eclectic, snapshot of the 2025 gaming world . From the administrative whimsy of Two Point Museum to the looming cinematic dread of A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead , the panel's selections underscore a medium that remains defiantly v...

Total War: Medieval III confirmed! Sony links with Left 4 Dead co-creator for a new shooter, and Amazon is building a "unified universe" for Tomb Raider . Plus, Dan Houser compares open-world games to Dickens. #gameburst

PS5 leads Black Friday sales + LEGO Horizon Adventures hits PS Plus day one. Nintendo acquires Bandai Namco Singapore & expands Switch Online classics. Valve confirms next Steam Machine will not be subsidised. Plus: Xbox Crocs & Yakuza 0 delisting. #gameburst Links People make games (Youtube) - https://www.youtube.com/@PeopleMakeGames/videos

The gaming world felt the tremor of resolution this week as Epic Games and Google settled their landmark Android lawsuit , concluding a five-year legal battle over mobile app store practices. Meanwhile, the digital landscape received a blast from the past: Springfield's finest, The Simpsons, have descended upon Fortnite in a huge crossover event, turning the battle royale map into a delightfully a...

The latest GameBurst podcast unpicks the week's biggest story:  Halo: Campaign Evolved , the Unreal Engine 5 remake of the seminal shooter, is officially coming to PlayStation 5 alongside Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2026. The team breaks down the implications of this massive news for the industry. Plus, hear their latest Picks of the Week , covering everything from the colossal scale of Essen Spiel...

This week's  GameBurst podcast dives into the big talking points shaping the video game landscape. We dissect the phenomenal, yet technically troubled, launch of Battlefield 6 , which has smashed sales records despite widespread player complaints about bugs and exploits. The conversation then pivots to the origins of its rival, as industry veteran Vince Zampella makes the provocative claim that Ca...

This week, the GameBurst podcast delves into the biggest stories shaking up the video game industry. We'll unpack the blockbuster $55bn buyout of  Electronic Arts , the controversial 50% price hike for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate , and the cancellation of a new Dungeons & Dragons game at Starbreeze . Tune in as we also discuss the surprising return of the classic Prototype , a new K-Pop crossover for...

The latest GameBurst podcast is here with a deep dive into the biggest stories from the world of video games. This episode covers the latest reveals from the Tokyo Game Show and the recent Sony State of Play event . Get the scoop on the newly revealed  Marvel's Wolverine gameplay and its 2026 release window, plus confirmation that Forza Horizon 6 will be set in Japan . The show also features a loo...

This week on GameBurst: Ubisoft's Far Cry focus, a new difficulty mode for Elden Ring Nightreign, Battlefield 6's BR, and RE games reportedly heading to Switch 2. Plus, our picks of the week! #gameburst Links The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/436217/the-lord-of-the-rings-fate-of-the-fellowship The Disco Elysium Saga Keeps Getting Worse - PMG Document...