Four Xbox exclusives heading to rivals in big shift

Four Xbox exclusives heading to rivals in big shift

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb 16 — Microsoft yesterday shook up the video game world with word it is making some once-exclusive Xbox video games available for play on rival consoles. Xbox head Phil Spencer did not specify which titles were expanding beyond the Xbox, but the Verge, citing unnamed sources, said they will be Hi-Fi Rush, … Read more

Microsoft claims the Xbox is now the world’s first ‘carbon aware’ console (VIDEO)

Microsoft claims the Xbox is now the world’s first ‘carbon aware’ console (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 — Last March, Microsoft began rolling out a number of sustainability-focused updates to their hardware and software, such as more environmentally-friendly Windows 11 updates and using recycled plastics in the Xbox Series S. The Redmond company has now announced yet another new initiative for their Xbox consoles, which will see gamers … Read more

Microsoft is finally improving Game Bar for gamers using an Xbox Controller on PC | Malay Mail

Microsoft is finally improving Game Bar for gamers using an Xbox Controller on PC | Malay Mail

Microsoft are planning some notable changes to the Game Bar. — SoyaCincau pic KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 — If you’re a gamer on PC, you might be familiar with the Game Bar. By hitting Win+G or, if you have an Xbox controller for PC, hitting the Xbox logo on the controller it’ll bring up the … Read more

Xbox makes ‘Fortnite’ game free to play on iPhones | Malay Mail

Xbox makes ‘Fortnite’ game free to play on iPhones | Malay Mail

Xbox said it will tap into cloud computing to make Fortnite free to play on mobile devices. ― AFP-Relaxnews pic SAN FRANCISCO, May 6 — Microsoft’s video game unit Xbox on Thursday said it will tap into cloud computing to make Fortnite free to play on mobile devices powered by Apple or Android software. The … Read more

Microsoft pledges more clarity over UK Xbox subscriptions, says regulator | Malay Mail

Microsoft has also agreed to provide clear and timely information on price hikes, and help inactive Xbox customers end their subscriptions. — Reuters pic LONDON, Jan 26 — Microsoft will begin offering more information to customers about how it automatically renews Xbox online gaming subscriptions in Britain, the UK’s competition watchdog said today. The Competition … Read more

New ‘Halo’ game debuts as Xbox turns 20 | Malay Mail

The series quickly became what is known as a ‘killer app’ — the product driving sales of the Xbox — as Microsoft sought to turn itself into an American rival to Japan’s Nintendo and Sony in the already-lucrative market for gaming consoles. ― Reuters pic PARIS, Dec 6 — Fans will this week get their … Read more

Microsoft will release the Xbox mini fridge, embracing the memes made by fans (VIDEO) | Malay Mail

Microsoft will be selling the Xbox mini fridge this upcoming holiday season. — Picture via SoyaCincau KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 — Embracing the jokes online comparing the Xbox X Series to a refrigerator, Microsoft will be selling the Xbox mini fridge this upcoming holiday season. The announcement was made at the end of their E3 showcase. “Yes, this … Read more

Microsoft bolsters video game line-up as Xbox turns 20 | Malay Mail

Xbox will celebrate two decades on the market in November.. — AFP pic SAN FRANCISCO, June 14 — Microsoft unveiled Sunday a batch of new titles for Xbox at the world’s premier video game trade show, including award-winning sensation Hades and long-time hit Halo. The Xbox maker showed off 30 new games coming to its … Read more

Microsoft taking Xbox games directly to TVs | Malay Mail

Video game play has surged during the pandemic, as people turned more than ever to the internet for entertainment. ― AFP pic SAN FRANCISCO, June 12 ― Microsoft on Thursday said it is working on software to let people play Xbox video games on internet-linked televisions without need of consoles. The news came as Microsoft … Read more