{"id":70117,"date":"2025-12-18T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xtremeservers.com\/blog\/from-our-worlds-to-yours-thank-you-for-an-incredible-2025\/"},"modified":"2025-12-18T17:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T17:00:00","slug":"from-our-worlds-to-yours-thank-you-for-an-incredible-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.xtremeservers.com\/blog\/from-our-worlds-to-yours-thank-you-for-an-incredible-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"From Our Worlds to Yours: Thank You for an Incredible 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<article id=\"single-215322\" class=\"mssrc-features font--sans has-light-theme has--branding\" data-clarity-region=\"article\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<header class=\"xwsrc-block-post-header is-style-full-width has-low-density has-text-align-left text--default\">\n<div class=\"post-header__image\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns post-header__content has-text-align-left\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-100\">\n<ul class=\"post-tags__list\">\n<li class=\"post-tags__item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/holiday\/\" class=\"kicker post__meta--category\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Category: <\/span>Holiday<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1 class=\"h1\">From Our Worlds to Yours: Thank You for an Incredible 2025<\/h1>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"post__content\">\n<aside class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"post__author\">\n<div class=\"post__author__bylines\">\n<ul class=\"post__author__list\">\n<li class=\"post__author__list__item\"><span class=\"post__author__name\">From All of Us at Xbox<\/span><span class=\"post__author__position d--block\"><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post__date\">\n<h5>Published<\/h5>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/\" class=\"kicker\"><time datetime=\"1766077200\">December 18, 2025<\/time><\/a>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p>As\u00a0the year\u00a0winds down,\u00a0we\u2019re\u00a0afforded the opportunity to\u00a0take a beat\u00a0and\u00a0look back at a truly memorable year\u00a0for players.\u00a0Across\u00a0Team Xbox\u00a0we\u2019ve\u00a0been creating\u00a0new worlds, telling fresh\u00a0stories\u00a0and bringing legendary franchises back to our screens\u00a0\u2013 and\u00a0ensuring you can enjoy these experiences on more\u00a0devices\u00a0than ever before.\u00a0For all of us, it\u00a0truly is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dENlVw9CE70\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">more than a game<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube is-style-default wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"more than a game\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dENlVw9CE70?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s\u00a0been\u00a0one of the most game-packed, award-winning\u00a0years in our history\u00a0\u2013 and none of it would have been possible without you.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>With 2025 coming to a close, we want to take this opportunity to reflect, relive our favorite moments, and say thank you for joining us to play together this year.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re looking forward to 2026 \u2013 Xbox\u2019s 25th anniversary year \u2013 as it\u2019s set to be another memorable one for players, with more to come from many of the studios we\u2019ve seen this year, and many more at Xbox.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, to\u00a0celebrate the year \u2013 we\u00a0invited the teams to look back at their 2025 and tease a little of\u00a0what\u2019s\u00a0coming next:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"top\"><em>If you want to skip right to a specific title, click the buttons below:<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#age\">Age of Empires &amp; Age of Mythology: Retold<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#avowed\">Avowed<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#codbo7\">Call of Duty: Black Ops 7<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#candy\">Candy Crush Solitaire<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#d4\">Diablo IV<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#di\">Diablo Immortal<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#doom\">Doom: The Dark Ages<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#oblivion\">The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#eso\">The Elder Scrolls Online<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#fallout\">Fallout 76<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#gow\">Gears of War: Reloaded<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#grounded\">Grounded 2<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#heretic\">Heretic + Hexen<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#indy\">Indiana Jones and the Great Circle<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#keeper\">Keeper<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#minecraft\">Minecraft<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#ninja\">Ninja Gaiden 4<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#outer\">The Outer Worlds 2<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#overwatch\">Overwatch 2<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#retro\">Retro Classics<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#seaofthieves\">Sea of Thieves<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#midnight\">South of Midnight<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#thps\">Tony Hawk\u2019s Pro Skater 3 + 4<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#towerborne\">Towerborne<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#wow\">World of Warcraft<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"age\"><strong>Age of Empires &amp; Age of Mythology: Retold<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-215477 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Age-2c7b000631d22a31d4ce-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Age-2c7b000631d22a31d4ce-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Age-2c7b000631d22a31d4ce-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Age-2c7b000631d22a31d4ce-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Age-2c7b000631d22a31d4ce-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Age-2c7b000631d22a31d4ce-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Age-2c7b000631d22a31d4ce.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>World\u2019s Edge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Emma Bridle, Director of Player Engagement, World\u2019s Edge<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to players after your updates and expansions to the Age games this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The main message would be a resounding \u201c<em>thank you!<\/em>\u201d We are so honored that, 28 years after this franchise began, we can continue to expand it with new content, and we continue to welcome new players, reaching 70 million this year. This year has been our most content-rich year yet! We\u2019ve brought three of our titles to PS5 and welcomed new players, as well as launching record-breaking expansions. We\u2019re continuing to listen to what our players want to see as we work to grow our games and we\u2019re so grateful to have them on this journey with us. Thank you for a wonderful 2025 to every one of you!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your games that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re constantly enjoying seeing how players play Age of Empires and Age of Mythology. Everything from surprising new strategies to the mods that are created. Some ones we\u2019ve enjoyed this year include the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ageofempires.com\/mods\/details\/397717\/\">Vassal game mode<\/a> by Firesstones and Hosein81\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ageofempires.com\/mods\/details\/422990\/\">custom Korean civilization<\/a>, both for <em>Age of Empires IV<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>One real highlight this year was the partnership we did with the Louvre, their first ever gaming partnership. We created a brand new scenario in <em>Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition<\/em> to allow players to live the history that their exhibition was built around, the Mamluk Dynasty. The scenario was also the focus of workshops people could attend at the Louvre to play through our game, with a historian teaching the context of the battle they were controlling.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also worth noting that the way our developers play our games often has me tickled too. There\u2019s definitely a lot of internal competition to complete in-game challenges, e.g. the monthly Pantheon Pin-Up event in <em>Age of Mythology: Retold<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ageofempires.com\/news\/whats-coming-in-2026-for-age-of-empires-and-age-of-mythology\/\">released a blog<\/a> to give our players some insight into what\u2019s coming in the first half of 2026 and there\u2019s so much good stuff coming! One thing we\u2019re super excited about is the next installment of the Red Bull Wololo tournament series. This 8th edition is taking us to London, where we\u2019ll have the biggest gathering of Age fans from around the world yet. The Grand Final is taking place at the iconic Royal Albert Hall and we can\u2019t wait to have it as the venue for dramatic gameplay \u2013 we even have an orchestra playing tracks from the soundtracks. These events are such a great opportunity for our developers to meet our players in person and hear from them face to face. It\u2019ll be a great celebration of all things Age of Empires!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765196816819\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9PHH1ZWRSZ41\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9PHH1ZWRSZ41\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.63959.14235977975261210.106699ff-5046-4540-ac72-e248ae2c3818.f61be535-d1e6-46c7-a0b3-338fd9384f08?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2>Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">288<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 61.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$39.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$31.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9PHH1ZWRSZ41\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tFor years you\u2019ve battled armies and made history your story. Now it\u2019s time to make history once more with a new breakthrough in strategy gaming \u2013 introducing Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition now available on Xbox consoles.* <\/p>\n<p>Enjoy innovative ways to play one of the most beloved strategy games ever with native inputs for Xbox controller, console-specific user interface, and a new tutorial designed for first time players to help achieve easy setup and success. Additionally, if you prefer playing with a keyboard and mouse you can easily plug directly into your console. <\/p>\n<p>Return to History \u2013 The past is prologue as you are immersed in a rich historical setting of 10 diverse civilizations across the world from the English to the Chinese to the Delhi Sultanate in your quest for victory. Build cities, manage resources, and lead your troops to battle on land and at sea in 4 distinct campaigns with 35 missions that span across 500 years of history from the Dark Ages up to the Renaissance.<\/p>\n<p>Choose Your Path to Greatness with Historical Figures \u2013 Live the adventures of Joan of Arc in her quest to defeat the English, or command mighty Mongol troops as Genghis Khan in his conquest across Asia. The choice is yours \u2013 and every decision you make will determine the outcome of history. <\/p>\n<p>Challenge the World \u2013 Jump online to compete, cooperate or spectate with up to 7 of your friends in PVP and PVE multiplayer modes on Xbox One Series X I S and up to 3 friends on Xbox One.  (Online console multiplayer requires Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Xbox Live Gold, subscriptions sold separately.) <\/p>\n<p>Play Custom Games with Mods (Beta) \u2013 Play custom skirmish and multiplayer maps, unique mission scenarios, data driven tuning packs and new modes of play for Age of Empires IV. <\/p>\n<p>An Age for All Players \u2013 Age of Empires IV is an inviting experience for new players with a console-specific tutorial that teaches the essence of real-time strategy and a Campaign Story Mode designed for first time players to help achieve easy setup and success, yet is challenging enough for veteran players with new game mechanics, evolved strategies, and combat techniques.<\/p>\n<p>*This content is available on Xbox consoles as a free download for current Xbox Game Pass subscribers and owners of Age of Empires IV on PC, excluding Steam purchasers.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"msp1765196816819\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9NPKGVXPFRSX\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9NPKGVXPFRSX\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.11603.13792255792507479.e5089564-b472-427d-a39f-9e97ae74bf23.022933e1-6a30-4a52-8c02-0b9400857d8e?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Age of Mythology: Retold\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Age of Mythology: Retold<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">249<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 61.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$29.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$14.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9NPKGVXPFRSX\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tFrom the creators of the award-winning Age of Empires franchise, Age of Mythology: Retold goes beyond history to a mythical age where gods, monsters, and humans collide. Combining the best elements of the beloved Age of Mythology with modern real-time strategy design and visuals, Retold is an epic and innovative experience for old and new players alike. Secure your domain, command legendary monsters, and call upon the power of the gods to crush your enemies.\u202f <\/p>\n<p>Will you become Mythic?\u202f <\/p>\n<p>Call Upon the Gods\u202f<br \/>\nChoose your gods from the Greek, Norse, Egyptian, and Atlantean pantheons. Devastate your enemies by summoning powerful lightning storms, earth-shattering quakes, and even the famed Nidhogg dragon. Or call upon nourishing rains and protective Dryads to help your people grow &amp; prosper.\u202f <\/p>\n<p>Unleash the Monsters\u202f<br \/>\nUnleash Centaurs, Trolls, Mummies, and more. From bejeweled crocodiles who harness the power of the sun to the mighty one-eyed Cyclops, you will command diverse units inspired by the world\u2019s great mythologies.\u202f <\/p>\n<p>Limitless Adventure, Solo or with Friends\u202f<br \/>\nExperience Age of Mythology: Retold like never before. In the main game, go head-to-head with friends or challenge the advanced AI across countless, randomly generated maps for endless strategic battles.\u202f <\/p>\n<p>For a fresh twist, step into Arena of the Gods\u2014an all-new mode where you take on the role of a legendary hero, facing 35 mythic skirmishes filled with divine challenges. Play solo or join forces in co-op*, battling through epic trials from the frozen Tundra to the heights of Mount Olympus. Face world-changing twists and unlock godly blessings as you fight solo or with friends. <\/p>\n<p>Built for controller<br \/>\nRTS on console? We\u2019ve got you covered. Streamlined controls make it easy to build, battle, and conquer\u2014all without a keyboard. <\/p>\n<p>*Requires Age of Mythology: Retold or Xbox Game Pass membership (Ultimate and PC only) <\/p>\n<p>**Online console multiplayer requires Game Pass Ultimate or Core, sold separately. \t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"avowed\"><strong>Avowed<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-215323 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Avowed-3dd7878e499999e8ea17-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Avowed-3dd7878e499999e8ea17-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Avowed-3dd7878e499999e8ea17-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Avowed-3dd7878e499999e8ea17-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Avowed-3dd7878e499999e8ea17-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Avowed-3dd7878e499999e8ea17-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Avowed-3dd7878e499999e8ea17.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Obsidian Entertainment<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Gabe Paramo, Gameplay Director, <em>Avowed<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>Avowed<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First and foremost, thank you for playing <em>Avowed<\/em>. It\u2019s been a thrill to watch your playthroughs \u2013 seeing the choices you make, the kind of envoy you want to be, and the playstyles you gravitate toward. We love seeing your screenshots, your art, and especially the feedback you share about how we can keep improving. Every post, every comment, and every story helps us learn, grow, and make the world of <em>Avowed <\/em>even better.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have your game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s both surreal and deeply rewarding. After years of internal playtesting and iteration, watching players finally experience the game on their own terms with their own characters and choices they\u2019ve made is the best payoff we could ask for. It reminds us why we make RPGs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve loved seeing players approach quests and challenges in ways we never predicted. The speedrunning community, in particular, has been a joy \u2013 watching them push our systems to achieve unbelievable times has been fascinating. I especially loved seeing runners use Crackling Bolt to launch themselves into the air and skip entire sections. As developers, we always want to fix every issue, but moments like these remind us that games are ultimately about giving players the freedom to engage with them however they want.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re excited to continue supporting the game and listening to the community. We\u2019ve <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/AvowedtheGame\/status\/1995917924708876634?s=20\">recently announced<\/a> that we are moving our next update closer to the game\u2019s anniversary, which will include New Game Plus, Photo Mode, a new Quarterstaff weapon, additional Character Presets, and much more, including some surprises. So stay tuned!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765196816819\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9nhrdqvfpq34\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nhrdqvfpq34\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.63195.13624715126573049.35e3abd5-bd41-4efb-bc2a-0bfbdd50b02a.d3291934-3236-4279-91eb-792123046d1d?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Avowed\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Avowed<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">677<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 61.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nhrdqvfpq34\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tWelcome to the Living Lands, a mysterious island filled with adventure and danger.<br \/>\nSet in the fictional world of Eora that was first introduced to players in the Pillars of Eternity franchise, Avowed is a first-person fantasy action RPG from the award-winning team at Obsidian Entertainment.<br \/>\nYou are the envoy of Aedyr, a distant land, sent to investigate rumors of a spreading plague throughout the Living Lands \u2013 an island full of mysteries and secrets, danger and adventure, and choices and consequences, and untamed wilderness. You discover a personal connection to the Living Lands and an ancient secret that threatens to destroy everything. Can you save this unknown frontier and your soul from the forces threatening to tear them asunder?<\/p>\n<p>The Weird and Wonderful Living Lands<br \/>\nThe Living Lands is a place that feels foreign yet somewhat intrinsic to you as it feels the island itself is calling out to you for help. Explore an island home to many different environments and landscapes, each with their own unique ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p>Visceral Combat to Play Your Way<br \/>\nMix and match swords, spells, guns, and shields to fight your way. Dig into your grimoire for spells to trap, freeze or burn enemies, bash them with your shield, or use range bows to attack from a distance.<\/p>\n<p>Companions as part of your journey<br \/>\nCompanions from a spread of species will fight alongside you, with their own unique set of abilities. From a former mercenary to an eccentric wizard, they will be part of your journey with your choices shaping them as you help them with their quests.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a9 Microsoft 2025. All Rights Reserved. Microsoft, Obsidian Entertainment, the Obsidian Entertainment logo and Avowed are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Acceptance of Microsoft Services Agreement and Privacy Statement required to play. Microsoft account registration required for cross-platform play. Internet connection required. Features, online services, and system requirements may vary by country and are subject to change or retirement over time.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"codbo7\"><strong>Call of Duty: Black Ops 7<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-215340 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/CoD-2fbc55e22710a1c43e88-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/CoD-2fbc55e22710a1c43e88-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/CoD-2fbc55e22710a1c43e88-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/CoD-2fbc55e22710a1c43e88-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/CoD-2fbc55e22710a1c43e88-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/CoD-2fbc55e22710a1c43e88-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/CoD-2fbc55e22710a1c43e88.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developers: <\/strong>Treyarch, Raven Software, Beenox, High Moon Studios, Sledgehammer Games, Infinity Ward, Activision Shanghai, Demonware<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Matt Scronce, Design Director, Treyarch<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 <\/em>this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Thank you so much for jumping into <em>Call of Duty: Black Ops 7<\/em>! The team at Treyarch is so incredibly proud of this game and we\u2019ve been having a blast ourselves out there with you, whether it\u2019s been a friendly revive in Endgame, a new Nemesis in Multiplayer, or riding shotgun in Ol\u2019 Tessie in Zombies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have your game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s always a sense of relief once a game launches. With <em>Black Ops 7<\/em>, that has also come with an incredible amount of excitement knowing that Season 01 is the biggest in Black Ops history, and we have so much more fun content coming throughout the year and into next year!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We built <em>Black Ops 7<\/em> as a fully cooperative and social experience with the goal of offering something for everyone. It\u2019s been truly amazing to see friends and strangers coming together across the entire game. We\u2019ve hopefully provided a platform for people to create some new friends for life or simply reinforce the friendships they already had.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>More content! More maps, more weapons, more zombies, even a Blackout-inspired mode in <em>Warzone <\/em>with our friends at Raven. The party doesn\u2019t stop, so hop on board!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765196816819\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9pbds7dppxm5\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9pbds7dppxm5\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.42345.14125077842244720.2018ef97-1b64-4b7c-8b52-f1a15806abee.1202e9c9-f2e2-4f8d-8f59-d3e0c2ce00b9?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Call of Duty\u00ae: Black Ops 7 - Vault Edition\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Call of Duty\u00ae: Black Ops 7 \u2013 Vault Edition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Activision Publishing Inc.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">108<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 28.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$99.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$79.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9pbds7dppxm5\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tThe Vault Edition includes:<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Cross-Gen Bundle of Call of Duty\u00ae: Black Ops 7<br \/>\n\u2014 Includes Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Xbox on PC versions of the game<br \/>\n\u2013 BlackCell (1 Season)*<br \/>\n\u2014 Includes: Battle Pass, 20 Tier Skips, 1,100 CP and more<br \/>\n\u2013 Operator Collection<br \/>\n\u2014 4 Operator Skins: Harper, Karma, T.E.D.D. and Reaper EWR-3<br \/>\n\u2013 Mastercraft Collection<br \/>\n\u2014 5 Mastercraft Weapons<br \/>\n\u2013 Ultra GobbleGum Pack for Zombies<br \/>\n\u2014 8 GobbleGums of Ultra rarity for Black Ops 7<br \/>\n\u2013 Permanent Unlock Token for Black Ops 7<br \/>\n\u2013 Guild Override Weapon Camo<\/p>\n<p>In Call of Duty\u00ae: Black Ops 7, Treyarch and Raven Software are bringing players the biggest Black Ops ever.<\/p>\n<p>Squad up or go solo in an innovative Co-Op Campaign that redefines the Black Ops experience.<\/p>\n<p>Multiplayer explodes out of the gate with 16 electrifying 6v6 maps and two 20v20 maps at launch. Master a cutting-edge arsenal and outmaneuver your enemies with a next level Omnimovement system.<\/p>\n<p>In Treyarch\u2019s legendary Round-Based Zombies mode, the nightmare begins where reality ends. Trapped in the heart of the Dark Aether, the crew is thrust into a vast, ever-shifting hellscape in the biggest Round-Based Zombies map in Black Ops history.<\/p>\n<p>Game requires a Game Pass Essential subscription (sold separately).<\/p>\n<p>TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot required for PC, other security measures may be enforced. Learn more at https:\/\/support.activision.com\/tpm.<\/p>\n<p>*Battle Pass \/ BlackCell redemption applies to one Season of Black Ops 7 Battle Pass only.<\/p>\n<p>Content, features, services, online play, and support not available in all regions, and may vary, change, or terminate.<\/p>\n<p>Requires an Activision account and acceptance of the Activision Software License and Services Agreement. A mobile phone number linked to your Activision account may be required to play Black Ops 7.<\/p>\n<p>Additional storage space may be required for mandatory game updates.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, please visit www.callofduty.com.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a9\/TM\/\u00ae 2025 Activision Publishing, Inc. This product contains software technology licensed from Id Software (&#8216;Id Technology&#8217;). Id Technology \u00a9 1999-2025 Id Software, Inc.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"candy\"><strong>Candy Crush Solitaire<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-215485 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Candy-9b9b871b455d76d462fa-361x578.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"361\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Candy-9b9b871b455d76d462fa-361x578.jpg 361w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Candy-9b9b871b455d76d462fa-427x683.jpg 427w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Candy-9b9b871b455d76d462fa-768x1229.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Candy-9b9b871b455d76d462fa.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 361px) 100vw, 361px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>King<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee:<\/strong> Marta Corti\u00f1as, Executive Producer, <em>Candy Crush Solitaire<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>Candy Crush Solitaire<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Launching <em>Candy Crush Solitaire<\/em> in February 2025 as the first non-match 3 game within the Candy Crush universe was a major milestone for us at King. We\u2019re so grateful to everyone who embraced this new twist on Candy Crush.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you started playing it out of curiosity or have made it part of your daily routine, your support means the world to our team. We\u2019re incredibly proud of what we\u2019ve created, and truly appreciative of every single player who\u2019s joined us on this journey so far \u2013 thank you! We hope you\u2019ll keep playing, exploring, and sharing your feedback with us as it helps us shape the future of the game.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have your game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Launching a game is a muscle, one that strengthens with every project, every challenge and every release. It isn\u2019t something we do all that often at King, so when we do, it\u2019s a big moment. <em>Candy Crush Solitaire<\/em> challenged us in new ways, taught us new things, and ultimately made us proud. Seeing the team come together and bring the game to life has been one of the most rewarding parts of the journey, and having it now in players\u2019 hands is a moment we truly cherish.<\/p>\n<p>It has been equally fantastic to see the game recognised by the industry with awards and praises, most recently, in November, receiving the Google Play \u2018Best Pick Up and Play\u2019 award 2025.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One moment that really stands out is our recent partnership with Care Bears, which brought a whole new layer of warmth and nostalgia into <em>Candy Crush Solitaire<\/em>. For a limited-time, we transformed the game into a vibrant celebration of love, kindness, and color.<\/p>\n<p>The collaboration came to life in-game through Care Bears\u2013themed card decks, colorful makeovers, and a brand-new Care-o-Meter event, where acts of kindness unlocked rewards. Players also had the chance to meet Cheer Bear, Bedtime Bear, and the whole gang, collecting exclusive cards in the Care Bears Album to keep as a memento once completed. What\u2019s been particularly rewarding is seeing just how joyfully players engaged with all these features.<\/p>\n<p>Bringing such a beloved, iconic brand into the game reminded us why we love making games in the first place: moments where players feel surprised, delighted, and connected.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As we look ahead to 2026, the team is most excited about continuing to learn, evolve, and build on everything we\u2019ve accomplished so far for <em>Candy Crush Solitaire<\/em>. We have plenty of new ideas, fresh features, and creative opportunities we\u2019re exploring, from the excitement of Solitaire Grand Cup to new seasonal collections. We are excited to make the game even more engaging and delightful for our players.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"d4\"><strong>Diablo IV<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-215489 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-e8ee7b902d07617aba56-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-e8ee7b902d07617aba56-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-e8ee7b902d07617aba56-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-e8ee7b902d07617aba56-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-e8ee7b902d07617aba56-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-e8ee7b902d07617aba56-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-e8ee7b902d07617aba56.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Blizzard Entertainment<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Gavian Wishaw, Executive Producer, <em>Diablo IV<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to players after the updates to <em>Diablo IV<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This has been a transformative year for <em>Diablo IV<\/em> and speaking on behalf of the entire team I want to say thank you to every player who has journeyed with us. Your passion, feedback and love of slaying demons pushed us to deliver some of our most ambitious updates yet, from class reworks to quality-of-life improvements and new collaborations. We know Diablo is at its best when it feels alive, evolving, and shaped by the community that plays it, and your trust has meant everything to us. I also want to thank the incredible producers, artists, writers,\u00a0 engineers, QA and everyone across Blizzard who pour their talent into this franchise every day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories you heard or saw about <em>Diablo IV<\/em> players this year that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One story that really moved us came from a son sharing that his 73-year-old father, who\u2019s spent thousands of hours in <em>Diablo IV<\/em>, was suddenly facing a serious medical battle. The community rallied around him with messages of support, and we were able to send a care package during his recovery. It was a powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments, this community carries its own light. Diablo isn\u2019t just a game people play; it\u2019s a world they share, and strengthen, together.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the team most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years in Diablo\u2019s history. We\u2019re gearing up for the launch of our next expansion, Lord of Hatred, the final fight with Mephisto that will challenge players in new ways and reveal a part of Sanctuary they\u2019ve never seen before. It also marks the 30th Anniversary of Diablo, a milestone that means so much to everyone at Blizzard.\u00a0 We\u2019re planning to celebrate this legacy all year long with our players across the world, including BlizzCon where we\u2019ll gather with players and look toward the next era of Diablo. Most of all, we\u2019re looking forward to forging new adventures, legendary gear and unforgettable moments alongside Diablo players. A vast road lies ahead, and we can\u2019t wait to walk it with you!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9nqrcd3w41l3\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nqrcd3w41l3\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.27418.13768370188591668.302c14c1-c563-4b96-9413-8dcd386e8806.35943a0f-ac2d-4952-b31a-6c3aad7db3aa?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Diablo\u00ae IV\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2>Diablo\u00ae IV<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Blizzard Entertainment<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">988<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 40.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nqrcd3w41l3\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tDiablo\u00ae IV is the next-gen action RPG experience with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish Dungeons and legendary loot. Embark on the campaign solo or with friends, meeting memorable characters throughout a beautifully dark open world and a gripping story. Dive into an expansive End Game where players can meet in towns to trade, team up to battle larger-than-life World Bosses, unlock robust character and loot customization, and uncover tons more action-packed activities to explore with cross-play and cross-progression on all available platforms.<\/p>\n<p>This is only the beginning for Diablo\u00ae IV, with new events, stories, Seasons, rewards, and more looming on the horizon.<\/p>\n<p>Battle.net\u00ae account required. Internet connection required.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, please visit Diablo.com.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a9 2024 Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. Diablo and Blizzard Entertainment are trademarks or registered trademarks of Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. in the U.S and\/or other countries.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"di\"><strong>Diablo Immortal<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215491\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-Immortal-84d9ca2c1239f91bd8f3-434x578.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"434\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-Immortal-84d9ca2c1239f91bd8f3-434x578.jpg 434w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-Immortal-84d9ca2c1239f91bd8f3-512x683.jpg 512w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-Immortal-84d9ca2c1239f91bd8f3-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Diablo-Immortal-84d9ca2c1239f91bd8f3.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developers: <\/strong>Blizzard Entertainment, NetEase Games<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee:<\/strong> Peiwen Yao, Executive Producer, <em>Diablo Immortal<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to players after the updates to <em>Diablo Immortal<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s updates to <em>Diablo Immortal<\/em> were shaped by your passion, your feedback, and the incredible energy you bring to Sanctuary every day. We\u2019re deeply grateful for the dedication and creativity of this community, from the players who theorycraft every patch to those who simply enjoy adventuring with friends. Each update is a reflection of your commitment to the world of <em>Immortal<\/em>, and we\u2019re honored to be building it alongside you. Thank you for being such an essential part of this journey.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories you heard or saw about <em>Diablo Immortal<\/em> players this year that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This year, we were inspired by how <em>Diablo Immortal<\/em> continues to bring players together. From long-time friends who meet in Sanctuary each week to the players creating guides, challenge runs, and community events, the passion and creativity of the community really stood out. Seeing players connect, support one another, and shape the experience in their own ways has been one of the team\u2019s favorite parts of the year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the team most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In 2026, the team is excited to bring some of our most ambitious updates yet \u2014 from new ways to experience Sanctuary to deeper systems players have been asking for. We\u2019re equally thrilled about the launch of our <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/invite\/DiabloImmortal\">official <em>Diablo Immortal <\/em>Discord channel<\/a>, which is already becoming an amazing space for players to connect and share their passion. With big content and even bigger community moments ahead, next year is shaping up to be something special.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"doom\"><strong>DOOM: The Dark Ages<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215494\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Doom-3ef76b5675cc6a4fd5f7-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Doom-3ef76b5675cc6a4fd5f7-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Doom-3ef76b5675cc6a4fd5f7-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Doom-3ef76b5675cc6a4fd5f7-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Doom-3ef76b5675cc6a4fd5f7-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Doom-3ef76b5675cc6a4fd5f7-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Doom-3ef76b5675cc6a4fd5f7.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>id Software<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewees: <\/strong>Marty Stratton, id Software Studio Director, and the id Software team<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>DOOM: The Dark Ages<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On behalf of the entire team at id, we\u2019d like to thank everyone for their incredible enthusiasm and support for the game. DOOM fans are some of the best and most passionate players in games, so we\u2019re always trying to give you something uniquely engaging and memorable.\u00a0 It has been incredibly rewarding to watch the community play and enjoy the game the way they have.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have your game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After years of development, releasing a game is always such a mix of emotions from excitement and anticipation to curiosity, pride and even a little exhaustion.\u00a0 Ultimately, we do it all to create an experience that is unique, fun, engaging, smart, and rewarding enough that players want to give us their valuable time.\u00a0 We want them to enjoy it, talk about it, come back to it, feel challenged by it and then experience their own reward for mastering it.\u00a0 It\u2019s most rewarding for us to see and hear that players enjoy that journey.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with the game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We put a lot of effort into the difficulty sliders \u2013 which was a very new feature for a DOOM game. Our goal was that the sliders could be used by the widest range of players possible \u2013 not just to make the game more approachable for newer players, but also much more challenging for our players with elite skills. It has been very rewarding to see the response. We\u2019ve seen some of the best players in our community turning everything up to the absolute maximum speed and difficulty to demonstrate an extreme level of mastery of the game. We\u2019ve also seen the sliders used in combination with our robust accessibility settings to give players who have never been able to experience a DOOM game before the opportunity to play and enjoy <em>DOOM: The Dark Ages<\/em>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the team most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We can\u2019t wait to release our <em>DOOM: The Dark Ages<\/em> expansion that we\u2019ve been hard at work on and we have some additional updates we plan to make to The Ripatorium feature we added after launch. We also have some amazing anniversaries coming up in 2026! id Software turns 35 years old in February and we will celebrate the 10-year anniversary of <em>DOOM (2016)<\/em> in May. Our fans should look for information on streams and other activities where they can celebrate along with us \u2013 hint, we love giving away swag on our streams.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9ph9x0760b0t\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9ph9x0760b0t\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.47432.14239344665439398.f72b7e9e-0a95-4e76-b1e3-8989c4d70e2e.c8545c7d-a8d3-4853-b09f-25a680a145ad?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"DOOM: The Dark Ages\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>DOOM: The Dark Ages<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bethesda Softworks<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">631<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 67.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$69.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$34.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9ph9x0760b0t\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tBECOME THE SLAYER IN A MEDIEVAL WAR AGAINST HELL<br \/>\nDOOM: The Dark Ages is the prequel to the critically acclaimed DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal that tells an epic cinematic story worthy of the DOOM Slayer\u2019s legend. In this third installment of the modern DOOM series, players will step into the blood-stained boots of the DOOM Slayer, in this never-before-seen dark and sinister medieval war against Hell. <\/p>\n<p>DOOM: The Dark Ages is a dark fantasy\/sci-fi single-player experience that delivers the searing combat and over-the-top visuals of the incomparable DOOM franchise, powered by the latest idTech engine.<\/p>\n<p>STAND AND FIGHT<br \/>\nAs the super weapon of gods and kings, shred enemies with devastating favorites like the Super Shotgun while also wielding a variety of new bone-chewing weapons, including the versatile Shield Saw. Players will stand and fight on the demon-infested battlefields in the vicious, grounded combat the original DOOM is famous for. Take flight atop the new fierce Mecha Dragon, stand tall in a massive Atlan mech, and beat demons to a pulp with the newly enhanced glory kill system. Only the Slayer has the power to wield these devastating tools of mayhem.<\/p>\n<p>REIGN IN HELL<br \/>\nBound to serve as the super weapon of gods and kings, the DOOM Slayer fends off demon hordes as their leader seeks to destroy the Slayer and become the only one that is feared. Witness the creation of a legend as the Slayer takes on all of Hell and turns the tide of the war. <\/p>\n<p>DISCOVER UNKNOWN REALMS<br \/>\nIn his quest to crush the legions of Hell, the Slayer must take the fight to never-before-seen realms. Mystery, challenges, and rewards lurk in every shadow of ruined castles, epic battlefields, dark forests, ancient hellscapes, and worlds beyond. Armed with the viciously powerful Shield Saw, cut through a dark world of menace and secrets in id&#8217;s largest and most expansive levels to date.<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/eulas.bethesda.net\/doom-the-dark-ages\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"oblivion\"><strong>The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215496\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Oblivion-36d555d6799df2f55ef6-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Oblivion-36d555d6799df2f55ef6-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Oblivion-36d555d6799df2f55ef6-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Oblivion-36d555d6799df2f55ef6-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Oblivion-36d555d6799df2f55ef6-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Oblivion-36d555d6799df2f55ef6-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Oblivion-36d555d6799df2f55ef6.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developers: <\/strong>Bethesda Game Studios, Virtuos<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Tom Mustaine, Director, Creations &amp; External Projects<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>Oblivion Remastered<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We want to thank everyone for joining us in Cyrodiil this year! Bringing <em>Oblivion Remastered<\/em> to life has been a dream come true and seeing new players experience it for the first time, or watching diehard fans dive back into the boots of the Hero of Kvatch 20 years later, it means everything to us!<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have your game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s been incredible to unleash <em>Oblivion Remastered<\/em> to the world and see how much people are enjoying it. After years of super top-secret development, seeing your screenshots, hearing your stories, and feeling that energy has been just amazing!<\/p>\n<p>We set out to preserve the heart of the original while ensuring new players experience that first breath of freedom as they step out of the Imperial Sewers and see the world open before them. Whether they\u2019re closing their Oblivion Gate, kicking ass in the Arena, or wandering the streets of the Imperial City, watching people experience those moments are why we do this.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve loved watching streamers say \u2018I\u2019ll just check it out,\u2019 and then three hours later they\u2019re chasing a rumor into an obscure side quest. The best part is seeing the same channels return week after week with new personal quests. Things like clearing every dungeon, finishing every side quest, and hitting all the DLCs! That \u201cget hooked, come back, go deeper loop\u201d is exactly what I personally love about Bethesda games and it\u2019s exciting to see players have that same experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9nqr437k7pqh\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nqr437k7pqh\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.54508.13768907753672648.dcd706bb-ce91-4b3f-9525-10b1d4af8423.ad8946cd-a4cb-4ea2-bbf7-a05b1a4f4126?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bethesda Softworks<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">949<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 58.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$49.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$33.49<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nqr437k7pqh\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> Remastered modernizes the 2006 Game of the Year with all new stunning visuals and refined gameplay. Explore the vast landscape of Cyrodiil like never before and stop the forces of Oblivion from overtaking the land in one of the greatest RPGs ever from the award-winning Bethesda Game Studios. <\/p>\n<p>Rediscover Cyrodiil<br \/>\nJourney through the rich world of Tamriel and battle across the planes of Oblivion where handcrafted details have been meticulously recreated to ensure each moment of exploration is awe-inspiring.   <\/p>\n<p>Navigate Your Own Story<br \/>\nFrom the noble warrior to the sinister assassin, wizened sorcerer, or scrappy blacksmith, forge your path and play the way you want.     <\/p>\n<p>Experience an Epic Adventure<br \/>\nStep inside a universe bursting with captivating stories and encounter an unforgettable cast of characters. Master swordcraft and wield powerful magic as you fight to save Tamriel from the Daedric invasion.  <\/p>\n<p>The Complete Story<br \/>\nExperience everything Oblivion has to offer with previously released story expansions Shivering Isles, Knights of the Nine, and additional downloadable content included in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. <\/p>\n<p>***<\/p>\n<p>The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Standard Edition includes:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Digital base game<br \/>\n\u2022 Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine story expansions<br \/>\n\u2022 Additional downloadable content: Fighter\u2019s Stronghold, Spell Tomes, Vile Lair, Mehrune\u2019s Razor, The Thieves Den, Wizard\u2019s Tower, The Orrery, and Horse Armor Pack<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/eulas.bethesda.net\/oblivion-remaster\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eso\"><strong>The Elder Scrolls Online<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215498\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/ESO-0497dc2e23c1aa1cb935-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/ESO-0497dc2e23c1aa1cb935-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/ESO-0497dc2e23c1aa1cb935-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/ESO-0497dc2e23c1aa1cb935-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/ESO-0497dc2e23c1aa1cb935-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/ESO-0497dc2e23c1aa1cb935-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/ESO-0497dc2e23c1aa1cb935.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>ZeniMax Online Studios<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Nick Giacomini, Game Director, <em>The Elder Scrolls Online<\/em>, Zenimax Online Studios<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to players after the updates to <em>ESO<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First and foremost, thank you. <em>The Elder Scrolls Online<\/em> is nothing without our community. Your passion and commitment inspire all of us on the development team, every single day. As a team, this past year was defined by ambition and transition, as we worked to deepen your experience in Tamriel. We delivered a beautiful new zone, new group content, significant updates like subclassing, and many needed quality-of-life improvements.<\/p>\n<p>I understand firsthand that ambitious change and transition can sometimes come with mixed reactions. When we push boundaries or try new things, we\u2019re always watching and listening closely. We hear you on where we succeeded and where we fell short. And we deeply appreciate the players who stuck with us through those moments of growing pains.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the team most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our goal is to build upon <em>ESO<\/em>\u2019s incredible legacy by focusing on meaningful improvements and evolution. We\u2019re taking the lessons we learned this year to define our path forward. We believe the time you invest in Tamriel should always feel valuable and rewarding, and we\u2019re focused on delivering that promise.<\/p>\n<p>The launch of Seasons in 2026 will be an exciting new era for all of us, and I cannot wait for you all to experience it and tell us what you think. Let\u2019s build our Tamriel together.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"brkx5crmrtc2\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/brkx5crmrtc2\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.44920.69742768075920623.8d7d46c9-b023-4700-bdd5-c2dc4ad18d46.f7786132-070f-45ba-91b9-6c9f2a93fba9?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"The Elder Scrolls\u00ae Online\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2>The Elder Scrolls\u00ae Online<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bethesda Softworks<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">1837<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 45px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$19.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$4.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/brkx5crmrtc2\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-one-x-enhanced\">\n\t\t\tXbox One X Enhanced\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tIncludes The Elder Scrolls Online Base game and the Morrowind Chapter. <\/p>\n<p>Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Write your story into a vibrant chapter of Tamriel\u2019s distant past that takes place nearly 1,000 years before the iconic TES V: Skyrim, and discover a world steeped in adventure and possibility. <\/p>\n<p>A DIVERSE FANTASY WORLD \u2013 Travel the vast land of Tamriel and discover a world of adventure. Explore the mushroom forests of Morrowind, battle Daedric foes in the realms of Oblivion, or face off against other players in PvP combat.<\/p>\n<p>RICH STORIES ON A SHARED CANVAS \u2013 Immerse yourself in award-winning storytelling that&#8217;s crafted with the same spirit as your favorite Elder Scrolls games. Discover an ever-growing world with friends or solo. <\/p>\n<p>PURPOSE IN EVERY PATH \u2013 Choose from an array of quests and challenges that fit your desires and ambitions. Grab a fishing rod and relax at the shore, seek lost treasures, conquer group dungeons, or craft new armor. Make this Elder Scrolls world your own \u2013 you belong here.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fallout\"><strong>Fallout 76<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215503\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Fallout-e43ef7eb2627c9e8e891-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Fallout-e43ef7eb2627c9e8e891-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Fallout-e43ef7eb2627c9e8e891-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Fallout-e43ef7eb2627c9e8e891.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Bethesda Game Studios<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Bill LaCoste, Production Director, <em>Fallout 76<\/em>, Bethesda Game Studios<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to players after the updates to <em>Fallout 76 <\/em>this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It really does seem like yesterday that we released Gleaming Depths, and here we are another year later with an even bigger drop of content with Burning Springs! Over the past 12 months we\u2019ve made some pivotal changes to the game, several of them inspired by your feedback over the years. We are truly thankful for the incredible support from this amazing community. Your feedback on Discord, Reddit, and social media has certainly inspired us and played a major role in shaping <em>Fallout 76<\/em>. Thank you for being such an essential part of our journey\u2014your passion and ideas continue to drive us forward!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with <em>Fallout 76 <\/em>that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After Season 1 of the Fallout TV show dropped, we saw an amazing number of players, both new and old, come in and play. Our community responded in a way that I had never seen before. They build CAMPs right out in front of Vault 76 with signs saying, \u201cWelcome New Players!\u201d. Then they dropped weapons, armor, and plans in the donation box and on the ground for players to pick up and give them a good headstart into Appalachia. It says a lot about our community and just how much they enjoy playing together in <em>Fallout 76<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the team most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I don\u2019t know if there\u2019s a single release we\u2019re <em>most<\/em> looking forward to, but we do have a lot of things planned for next year. We have the native versions for Xbox Series X\/S and PlayStation 5 coming, a bunch of changes to events and rewards, and my favorite hint at content so far from Jon Rush (Creative Director for Fallout 76) is\u2026 <em>\u201cThe Barndoors in Graninger Farmstead open once twilight has drawn nigh.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Stay Tuned\u2026<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"bs6wj2l56b10\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/bs6wj2l56b10\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.52422.70143269474194625.39cdcba3-72ed-4d19-8905-12c623cabf84.1fcb29f5-446b-444d-b598-ead055d4ab17?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Fallout 76\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2>Fallout 76<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bethesda Softworks<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">1318<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 48px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$39.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$31.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/bs6wj2l56b10\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-one-x-enhanced\">\n\t\t\tXbox One X Enhanced\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tBethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Skyrim and Fallout 4, welcome you to Fallout 76. Twenty-five years after the bombs fell, you and your fellow Vault Dwellers\u2014chosen from the nation\u2019s best and brightest \u2013 emerge into post-nuclear America on Reclamation Day, 2102. Play solo or join together as you explore, quest, build, and triumph against the wasteland\u2019s greatest threats. Explore a vast wasteland, devastated by nuclear war, in this open-world multiplayer addition to the Fallout story. Experience the largest, most dynamic world ever created in the legendary Fallout universe. <\/p>\n<p>Discover a new desert biome called Burning Springs, located in post-nuclear Ohio, where an intelligent Super Mutant called The Rust King rules over Deathclaws and raiders. Head to the local watering hole and meet a well-known gunslinger looking to give out Bounty Hunts \u2013 The Ghoul from the Fallout TV series.<br \/>\nThe Ghoul from the Fallout TV series is open for business in Burning Springs \u2013 take on low level Bounty Hunting events to earn more daring challenges and earn caps and legendary items. More dangerous bounties also give a chance to earn one of dozens unique mods benefitting both human and ghouls.<br \/>\nTeam up to complete two new public events: Aid the Rust King\u2019s Beastmaster with their menagerie of Deathclaws used in the arena in \u201cGearing  Up\u201d and protect the citizens of Highwaytown from a volatile swarm of Radscorpions and Stingwings in \u201cSinkhole Solutions!\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Immersive Questlines and Engaging Characters<br \/>\nUncover the secrets of West Virginia by playing through an immersive main quest, starting from the moment you leave Vault 76. Befriend or betray new neighbors who have come to rebuild, and experience Appalachia through the eyes of its residents.<\/p>\n<p>Seasons<br \/>\nProgress through each season and unlock free rewards like consumables, C.A.M.P. items and more, by completing limited-time challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Multiplayer Roleplaying<br \/>\nCreate your character with the S.P.E.C.I.A.L system and forge your own path and reputation in a new and untamed wasteland with hundreds of locations. Whether you journey alone or with friends, a new and unique Fallout adventure awaits.  <\/p>\n<p>Mountain Splendorland<br \/>\nThe story lives and breathes through the world of Fallout 76, which brings to life six distinct West Virginia regions. From the forests of Appalachia to the noxious crimson expanses of the Cranberry Bog, each area offers its own risks and rewards. <\/p>\n<p>A New American Dream<br \/>\nUse the all-new Construction and Assembly Mobile Platform (C.A.M.P.) to build and craft anywhere in the world. Your C.A.M.P. will provide much-needed shelter, supplies, and safety. You can even set up shop to trade goods with other survivors.<\/p>\n<p>Fallout Worlds<br \/>\nPlay unique adventures in Appalachia with Fallout Worlds, which is an evolving set of features that give players the capability to play Fallout 76 in unique ways with customizable settings.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"gow\"><strong>Gears of War: Reloaded<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215504\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/gow-11057963a52bf2d2e977-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/gow-11057963a52bf2d2e977-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/gow-11057963a52bf2d2e977-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/gow-11057963a52bf2d2e977-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/gow-11057963a52bf2d2e977-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/gow-11057963a52bf2d2e977-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/gow-11057963a52bf2d2e977.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developers: <\/strong>The Coalition, Sumo Interactive, Disbelief<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Mike Crump, Studio Head, The Coalition<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>Gears of War: Reloaded<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On behalf of the team at The Coalition and our partner studios Sumo &amp; Disbelief, we\u2019d like to say thanks for playing! Whether you\u2019ve been with us since 2006 or you picked up a Lancer for the first time this year on a new platform, you\u2019re a part of the Gears family and we salute you for spending time with us.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have your game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s been so cool to see players come together without barriers for the first time in Gears\u2019 almost 20-year history. Seeing our community fight side by side whether through the campaign story or in Versus reaffirms and reminds us why we make Gears: because gaming brings us together.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Next year marks the 20th anniversary of Gears of War, and we can\u2019t think of a bigger way to celebrate than with the release of <em>Gears of War: E-Day<\/em>. This is our most ambitious game yet, entirely built from scratch in Unreal Engine 5 to feel like Gears and play like new. This is a return to our roots as Marcus &amp; Dom face the Locust for the first time ever. It\u2019s the best place to jump into the Gears universe and we can\u2019t wait to share more next year.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9p8ps6993lsl\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p8ps6993lsl\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.55549.14083498106527717.baf556ff-4380-4b5b-9e66-afb4977d6535.ed9482e8-90c6-4198-952b-9a084078cb92?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Gears of War: Reloaded\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Gears of War: Reloaded<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">316<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 48px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$39.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$19.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p8ps6993lsl\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tTHE DEFINITIVE RELEASE <\/p>\n<p>The Original, Remastered: Powered by Unreal Engine, Gears of War: Reloaded is a remaster of the blockbuster first Gears of War, now fully optimized for the latest generation of gaming platforms. <\/p>\n<p>All Included: Gears of War: Reloaded delivers all post-launch content for the original title, including a bonus campaign act, multiplayer maps, plus characters and cosmetics, at no additional cost. <\/p>\n<p>Refined Controls: Newcomers can choose a modern, streamlined control layout, while veterans can relive the classic feel they love. <\/p>\n<p>BUILT FOR BROTHERHOOD <\/p>\n<p>Campaign Co-Op: Crush the Locust threat together through campaign split-screen or online co-op. Fight on with your squad in Versus multiplayer running at up to 120fps with unmatched clarity and visual fidelity.* <\/p>\n<p>Cross Play: Gears of War: Reloaded supports cross-play across all platforms, allowing you and your friends to squad-up, regardless of where you play.* <\/p>\n<p>Cross Progression: Jump from one platform to another and your campaign saves as well as multiplayer progression will come with you. Signing in with your Microsoft Account required is for cross progression.* <\/p>\n<p>OPTIMIZED FOR XBOX &amp; PC:  <\/p>\n<p>Natively Optimized for Xbox Series X|S: The iconic original now looks and plays better than ever with lightning-fast load times, 4K assets plus remastered textures, lighting, shadows and reflections, HDR and Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, as well as up to 120 FPS in multiplayer.* <\/p>\n<p>Optimized for PC &amp; Handhelds: In addition to stunning remastered visuals, Gears of War: Reloaded also delivers PC-first features such as ultrawide support, a benchmark mode, variable refresh rate, mouse and keyboard support, FSR3.1 and DLSS3.5 Super Resolution support as well as controller remapping.<\/p>\n<p>*4K, HDR &amp; 144FPS: requires capable display. Co-Op: campaign split-screen not available on PC or handhelds.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"grounded\"><strong>Grounded 2 (Game Preview)<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215507\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/grounded-5ba0b56cc4aeb92c2407-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/grounded-5ba0b56cc4aeb92c2407-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/grounded-5ba0b56cc4aeb92c2407-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/grounded-5ba0b56cc4aeb92c2407.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developers: <\/strong>Obsidian Entertainment, Eidos-Montr\u00e9al<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Chris Parker, Co-founder and Game Director of <em>Grounded 2<\/em>, Obsidian Entertainment<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>Grounded 2 <\/em>this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <em>Grounded 2<\/em> team at Obsidian and our partners at Eidos-Montr\u00e9al were so excited to get our game into the hands of players in Early Access\/Game Preview in July this year.\u00a0 Grounded has the greatest community and finally getting them into and playing the sequel and letting us learn from their experiences and thoughts is taking us into a stage where we are truly developing the game with our fans. The most exciting aspect is that so many folks were willing to jump into and start playing <em>Grounded 2<\/em> even on day one. It\u2019s been inspiring and makes us excited about the things we have coming in the next year and beyond for the park. Basically, we\u2019re totally geeked up and ready to go!<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have your game out there?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Since <em>Grounded 2<\/em> is in Early Access\/Game Preview, we\u2019re still in the midst of development, but that\u2019s what makes it so cool. Developing with the community is unlike trying to make everything perfect and releasing all at once. Instead, we can put some things out there, warts and all, and let the fans tell us what\u2019s working and what isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n<p>What I will say is that the reception for the game has been so very encouraging. Both here at Obsidian and our partners up at Eidos-Montr\u00e9al were invigorated by the reception when we went live. And that has helped us push ourselves down the paths that are working and loved by the community.<\/p>\n<p>And I just gotta say, working on a game is great, but shipping a game is awesome.\u00a0We\u2019re going to be shipping pieces of this game for the foreseeable future and each of those is super exciting for us. We can\u2019t wait to bring more <em>Grounded 2<\/em> to players and hope that they\u2019ll love it as much or more than what\u2019s available now.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The single most satisfying thing for us on <em>Grounded 2<\/em> was the reception of the Buggies \u2013 your insect mounts. We felt from the very beginning of the project that this was going to be huge, but that it needed to be completely integrated into the overall experience. Our efforts on that feel like they\u2019ve paid off. What we are hearing isn\u2019t, \u201cThey should have done this better.\u201d It\u2019s more about how we are now talking amongst ourselves and saying, \u201cWe can and should do more and more and more of this.\u201d That\u2019s gratifying and has made us reevaluate how to bring more buggies and more buggy features online sooner.<\/p>\n<p>On the other side, the less positive side, we are seeing that builders are less impressed with our offering. So we\u2019ve changed some of our plans and accelerated some of our schedules to bring more building stuff online sooner. We want builders to be way more excited about building in <em>Grounded 2<\/em> than in <em>Grounded (1)<\/em> and we are focusing on getting there in the first half of 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We have a lot of fun stuff coming up in updates to <em>Grounded 2<\/em> in 2026 (and beyond!). We\u2019re going to have an entire community garden added to the park very early in the year in our Winter Update, followed by a mid-sized update in the Spring, and then a really massive and (fingers crossed) awesome update coming in the Summer. Of course there will be more to come after that but <em>Grounded 2<\/em> players can expect more of everything soon: more places to explore, more buggies, more armor and equipment, and more mysteries to solve. We are looking forward to bringing all these things to the players and continuing to make this game together.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9p77pg7dk0w2\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p77pg7dk0w2\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.54353.14609679373210979.beb28026-7f6b-4b1f-b526-43d0d04b269b.6dcfd9cd-f291-4121-b9d8-a09dd620a5c3?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Grounded 2\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Grounded 2<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">502<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 63px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span>$29.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p77pg7dk0w2\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tShrunk again, but the world is much larger. Survive a sprawling open world alone or in co-op with friends. Craft weapons, forge armor, and build bases while exploring the park on your trusty Buggy mounts. Unravel hidden mysteries and face unexpected threats. But something else is out there\u2014and it hasn\u2019t forgotten you.<br \/>\nShrunk to the size of an ant, you\u2019ll find once-familiar spaces turned into a sprawling, uncharted frontier. Survive alone or in co-op with friends, crafting weapons, forging armor, and building bases as you explore manmade playgrounds overgrown by nature. Traverse this new realm on trusty Buggy mounts\u2014your capable allies\u2014and uncover the mysteries lurking beneath bright colors and towering structures. But stay wary: something else is out there, and it hasn\u2019t forgotten you.<\/p>\n<p>Survive, Adapt, Overcome<br \/>\nThe world is relentless, but so are you. Shape your adventure with unique archetypes, each offering distinct abilities to match your playstyle. Whether you rely on precision, cunning, or sheer strength, you\u2019ll need every advantage to survive against the threats lurking in the park. <\/p>\n<p>Stronger Together<br \/>\nThe perils of the park are daunting alone, but with friends, every challenge becomes an adventure. Work together to build, fight, and uncover the secrets buried beneath the grass. Whether you\u2019re facing danger side by side or continuing your journey in a shared world, survival is always better with allies. <\/p>\n<p>Because Walking is Bogus<br \/>\nThey scurry, they fight, and now\u2014they help you survive. Hatch, raise, and ride your own insect friends \u2013 Buggies! Saddle up and traverse through the park, fight on them or alongside them in battle, or use them to gather resources and build your base. The right partner could mean the difference between thriving and barely surviving. <\/p>\n<p>A Shadow That Follows You<br \/>\nThe threat is always there\u2014watching, learning, waiting. You don\u2019t know where it\u2019s coming from, only that it never leaves. The deeper you dig, the closer it gets. Some mysteries should stay buried, but it\u2019s too late now. It knows you\u2019re looking. And it\u2019s ready. Every answer drags you deeper, every step invites something closer. You were never alone. You thought you were in control. You were wrong.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"heretic\"><strong>Heretic + Hexen<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215508\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/heretic-a9392d70cf85fec5d7bf-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/heretic-a9392d70cf85fec5d7bf-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/heretic-a9392d70cf85fec5d7bf-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/heretic-a9392d70cf85fec5d7bf.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developers: <\/strong>id Software, Nightdive Studios<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee<\/strong>: Mike Rubits, Senior Programmer, id Software<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>Heretic + Hexen<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Everyone who worked on <em>Heretic + Hexen <\/em>at id and Nightdive Studios would like to express our thanks for playing, writing about, and making videos about our little corner of classic re-releases. We hope you were able to have fun revisiting old memories or perhaps be introduced for the first time to a game you never knew existed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have <em>Heretic + Hexen<\/em> out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Being able to release at QuakeCon and getting to talk with everyone playing it live for the first time is such a fulfilling moment, especially for a game release that was unexpected like <em>Heretic + Hexen<\/em>\u2019s. Releasing any game is always a huge, stressful effort, but the rush of that first couple of days after release is always worth it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A big shoutout to the team of folks within the community that have taken up the mantle of collecting and uploading high quality, tested, versions of classic episodes. Be sure to load up the mods browser and be on the lookout for uploads marked \u201cBethesda Edition\u201d and play through the best of what the community has put out over the years!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9nc7nrd0cm11\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nc7nrd0cm11\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.45242.13568632792554292.fea70ec4-25b5-4014-996b-52c5abc58b71.3631a6a8-0f15-49b7-8ffc-b7ddb5d0dd2a?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Heretic + Hexen\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Heretic + Hexen<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bethesda Softworks<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">217<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 67.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$14.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$10.04<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nc7nrd0cm11\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tForged by Raven Software on a modified DOOM engine, Heretic and Hexen were released in 1994 and 1995, pushing first person shooters into bold new territory. These innovative cult classics introduced groundbreaking features like inventory systems, vertical aiming, and distinct character classes, reshaping first person action games for generations to come. This enhanced restoration makes Heretic + Hexen available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before. Whether you&#8217;re returning to these shadowy realms or discovering them for the first time, an epic legacy awaits.<\/p>\n<p>Owners Receive<br \/>\n\u2022 Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders<br \/>\n\u2022 Hexen: Beyond Heretic<br \/>\n\u2022 Hexen: Deathkings of the Dark Citadel<br \/>\n\u2022 Two all-new episodes created in collaboration between individuals at id Software + Nightdive Studios:<br \/>\n              o Heretic: Faith Renewed<br \/>\n              o Hexen: Vestiges of Grandeur<\/p>\n<p>\u00a9 2025 ZeniMax Media Inc. id, id Software, Bethesda, Bethesda Softworks, and ZeniMax are trademarks of the ZeniMax group of companies. All rights reserved. HERETIC and HEXEN are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. HERETIC and HEXEN: BEYOND HERETIC \u00a9 1994-2020 Raven Software. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/eulas.bethesda.net\/Heretic%20+%20Hexen\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"indy\"><strong>Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215510\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/indy-1b27181fb4fb9c4c19d1-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/indy-1b27181fb4fb9c4c19d1-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/indy-1b27181fb4fb9c4c19d1-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/indy-1b27181fb4fb9c4c19d1-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/indy-1b27181fb4fb9c4c19d1-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/indy-1b27181fb4fb9c4c19d1-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/indy-1b27181fb4fb9c4c19d1.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>MachineGames<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Axel Torvenius, Creative Director, MachineGames<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing the expansion to <em>Indiana Jones and the Great Circle<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Seeing all the Indiana Jones fans out there still playing and enjoying the timeless adventures of this beloved character through our passion project truly warms our hearts! It feels incredibly exciting to deliver a strong, mysterious, story-driven DLC that gives fans of the base game even more thrilling exploration and action in enigmatic temples, amidst forgotten and hidden secrets!<\/p>\n<p>We are really happy and thankful to all the gamers out there who continue to show such strong support for our games\u2014thank you!<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have <em>Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants<\/em> out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It was an amazing experience to continue creating more Indiana Jones adventures after wrapping up the main game. We already had everything in place, which allowed us to quickly dive back into making the things we loved from the first game\u2014mysterious, intricate adventures, secrets around every corner, and a high-quality experience for fans of strong adventure games. We feel very fortunate to be in a position where we could deliver another chapter to our Indiana Jone\u2019s story.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with the game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One of the most enjoyable things to witness as players explore the game is the incredible amount of time they spend in different areas! We constantly hear stories about how much time people dedicate to the sandboxes, uncovering secrets and hunting down every collectible.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s even more amazing is how many players gather around the game as a family. We\u2019ve heard stories of gamers playing together with their children\u2014and even their parents. Fantastic! In a sense, it has truly become a generational game, exactly what we hoped for!<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the team most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The team at MachineGames is currently looking forward to creating more exciting games for our fans, and we still feel overwhelmed by the tremendous love and support we\u2019ve received so far with the release of <em>Indiana Jones and The Great Circle: The Order of Giants<\/em>!<\/p>\n<p>Since we\u2019re also gamers at MachineGames, we\u2019re thrilled about all the amazing and creative games coming from so many other talented studios. It\u2019s truly a great time to be alive if you love playing high-quality games.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9p1w94sb1zvn\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p1w94sb1zvn\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.48751.14503474732147915.f3b03d92-f8d7-44b4-835f-f79bde6279b7.56f89422-d754-4faf-8528-60074bae092b?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle\u2122: The Order of Giants\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<h2>Indiana Jones and the Great Circle<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\">: The Order of Giants<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bethesda Softworks<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">51<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 54px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span>$19.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p1w94sb1zvn\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\t*INDIANA JONES AND THE GREAT CIRCLE<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\">: THE ORDER OF GIANTS DLC WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE SEPARATELY FROM SEPTEMBER 4 11:00AM EDT, 2025 (BASE GAME REQUIRED TO PLAY)<\/p>\n<p>There is a myth of a beast in the hidden depths of Rome, rumored to guard a terrible secret. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\">: The Order of Giants DLC is an all-new story chapter that takes Indiana Jones to the ancient streets of Rome where forgotten catacombs twist into something far more sinister. Indy must outwit a dangerous cult and decipher intricate puzzles designed by emperors to uncover the dark legacy of the Nephilim giants. <\/p>\n<p>MYSTERIES OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE AWAIT<br \/>\nWhen Indiana Jones encounters Father Ricci, a young priest desperate for help to track down a Roman artifact, a standard treasure hunt soon turns into a perilous journey. Along the way Indy must face the sinister plots of Emperor Nero and his gladiator games, the enigmatic Cult of Mithras, and whatever else lurks in the shadows. Can Father Ricci&#8217;s cryptic knowledge guide Indy through these treacherous passageways? Only Indiana Jones can piece together this breathtaking mystery. <\/p>\n<p>EXPLORE THE SHADOWS OF ROME<br \/>\nDanger awaits as The Order of Giants takes Indiana Jones beyond the walls of Vatican City and into a brand new open-area map in the bustling city of Rome. Adventure through the crumbling ruins of the Colosseum to the pristine Vatican Gardens. The mystery will also take you into Rome\u2019s ancient sewer system, the Cloaca Maxima, and deeper below ground to foreboding crypts. <\/p>\n<p>A DANGEROUS CULT<br \/>\nThe secretive, centuries old Cultists of Mithras are everywhere, striking from the shadows. Their dark red robes reflect the blood oaths to their cause, and they\u2019re willing to kill or die to protect the ancient power they serve.<\/p>\n<p>*Base Game required (sold separately)\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"keeper\"><strong>Keeper<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215511\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Keeper-690c3d55ea02d8072ebd-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Keeper-690c3d55ea02d8072ebd-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Keeper-690c3d55ea02d8072ebd-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Keeper-690c3d55ea02d8072ebd-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Keeper-690c3d55ea02d8072ebd-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Keeper-690c3d55ea02d8072ebd-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/Keeper-690c3d55ea02d8072ebd.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Double Fine Productions<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Lee Petty, Project Lead, Keeper<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>Keeper<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Thanks for playing and reaching out to tell us about your experiences with <em>Keeper<\/em>! More than any other game I\u2019ve led, players have been sharing a lot about their time with <em>Keeper<\/em>. For some, it\u2019s been the emotion of the game that resonated with them, for others it\u2019s the striking, painterly world, and for some it\u2019s just that <em>Keeper<\/em> is something different and unexpected \u2013 a real palate cleanser!<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have the game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In a word: amazing! Game developers work so hard for years to make and ship a compelling game \u2013 but you\u2019re never sure if it will connect with players until it\u2019s shipped and out in the wild. So it\u2019s been wonderful that <em>Keeper<\/em> has received so much positive feedback! The team has watched a lot of fun streams and read all sorts of social media posts; it\u2019s incredibly rewarding to see players engaging with the game, having fun, and discussing what they think the game is about.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Lots of people have been playing this game with friends, their partners, or children. It\u2019s a great game to experience with a loved one. A player reached out to tell us that they played the game with their twin daughters. Immediately after finishing the game, their daughters \u2013 through sobs \u2013 told their parent that they would be starting the game over the following day! That sort of thing is just amazing to hear\u2013 those personal experiences are good reminders that video games are meaningful to a whole lot of people in different ways.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9ncjwhhmvhr0\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9ncjwhhmvhr0\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.14247.13566978592979529.8c034f7f-7f73-4897-9410-31e1512536ea.6b82459c-abd9-4712-b097-0d1164781ebe?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Keeper\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Keeper<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">263<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 66px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$29.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$23.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9ncjwhhmvhr0\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tFrom Lee Petty and Double Fine Productions, Keeper is a beautiful and surreal otherworldly adventure, and a story told without words.<\/p>\n<p>On an island in a long-lost sea, a forgotten lighthouse stands dormant in the shadow of a distant mountain peak. As withering tendrils spread and coalesce, it awakens. Taken with a mysterious sense of purpose and joined by a spirited seabird, it embarks upon a heartening tale of unlikely companionship, an odyssey of mystifying metamorphosis, and an unexpected journey towards the center of the island, into realms beyond understanding.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"minecraft\"><strong>Minecraft<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215512\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/minecraft-33ccde5dd1276845a95d-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/minecraft-33ccde5dd1276845a95d-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/minecraft-33ccde5dd1276845a95d-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/minecraft-33ccde5dd1276845a95d.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Mojang<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Ryan Cooper, Head of Minecraft Game Experience<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after <em>Minecraft<\/em>\u2018s updates and additions this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I want to offer our players and creators a massive thank you for going on this journey with us this year. You inspire us every day. It\u2019s been an incredible year for our team and our amazing community. This year alone, we released Mounts of Mayhem, The Copper Age, Chase the Skies, Spring to Life, and Vibrant Visuals! We\u2019ve seen Minecraft creators deliver new games like <em>Soul Steel<\/em>, <em>Mobmaze<\/em>, and embrace Vibrant Visuals to create beautiful experiences like <em>Prizma Visuals<\/em>, <em>Luminous Dreams<\/em>, and <em>Dark Fantasy Visuals<\/em>. And earlier this year, we got to see the world\u2019s incredible response to \u2018A Minecraft Movie\u2019.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with the game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Every month, we receive hundreds of letters from players and fans across the world. Reading them is one of the most grounding parts of my job. People don\u2019t just tell us what they\u2019ve built \u2013 they tell us why it matters, and how <em>Minecraft<\/em> has woven itself into real moments in their lives.<\/p>\n<p>What stands out most is how often players describe <em>Minecraft<\/em> as something that brings them closer to the people they care about. They talk about worlds created with childhood friends that have lasted for years \u2013 sometimes a decade or more. They write about stepping away as life takes over\u2026 and then returning to those very same worlds as adults, opening the door to a place that still feels like home. Even when the world around them can feel heavy.<\/p>\n<p>We hear from fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, college roommates, long-distance partners \u2013 all using <em>Minecraft<\/em> as a space to create, explore, laugh, problem-solve, and stay connected. These stories aren\u2019t just heartwarming; they\u2019re a reminder of the power of play.<\/p>\n<p>Over time, <em>Minecraft<\/em> has naturally found its way into life\u2019s milestones: birthday parties, classroom projects, family traditions, and quiet moments when someone simply needed a place to feel safe and creative. Parents tell us they trust the environment we\u2019ve created, and that all people feel welcome. And that\u2019s ultimately why <em>Minecraft<\/em> holds such a special place in so many hearts: I\u2019m reminded that <em>Minecraft<\/em> isn\u2019t just a game \u2013 it\u2019s a place where memories are built, shared, and carried forward. This inspires our team to keep building this game forward for generations to come.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>2026 is going to be a great year for the <em>Minecraft<\/em> community. We have so much in store for next year and the team is hard at work. We\u2019re always listening to our community and excited to continue to evolve the game alongside all of them. Our creators are building some incredible experiences that will be going live all year and I can\u2019t wait for our players to get their hands on our new game drops \u2013 there\u2019s some amazing new features and content that we think the community will love.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9MVXMVT8ZKWC\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9MVXMVT8ZKWC\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.53095.13850085746326678.06e2dc5c-7997-46e9-a8e6-0e48b57cb13b.419e3c9d-9dd3-4a28-a9f3-a12350215871?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Minecraft\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2>Minecraft<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Microsoft Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">2000<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 60px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$19.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$14.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9MVXMVT8ZKWC\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-one-x-enhanced\">\n\t\t\tXbox One X Enhanced\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tCREATE<br \/>\nBuild whatever you can imagine in your own infinite world that\u2019s unique in every playthrough. <\/p>\n<p>EXPLORE<br \/>\nDiscover biomes, resources and mobs, and craft your way through a world filled with surprises in the ultimate sandbox game. <\/p>\n<p>SURVIVE<br \/>\nExperience unforgettable adventures as you face mysterious foes, traverse exciting landscapes, and travel to perilous dimensions. <\/p>\n<p>PLAY TOGETHER<br \/>\nHave a blast with friends, whether you\u2019re sitting on the same couch in split screen or miles apart in cross-platform play for console, mobile and PC. Connect with millions of players on community servers or subscribe to Realms Plus to play with up to 10 friends on your own private server. <\/p>\n<p>VIBRANT VISUALS<br \/>\nVibrant Visuals is Minecraft\u2019s biggest official visual enhancement \u2013 delivering a dazzling cosmetic upgrade with a new modern graphics pipeline and an array of visual improvements. Sunrises are more vivid, water reflects, forests become shaded, and more!<\/p>\n<p>EXPERIENCE MORE<br \/>\nGet creator-made add-ons, thrilling worlds, and stylish cosmetics on Minecraft Marketplace. Subscribe to Marketplace Pass (or Realms Plus) to access 150+ worlds, skin &amp; textures packs, and more \u2013 refreshed monthly.<\/p>\n<p>To switch to Vibrant Visuals on Xbox One and Xbox One S, players need to select &#8220;Vibrant Visuals&#8221; in the Video menu using the Graphics Mode drop-down. 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Our days were spent developing the game so that players can enjoy the series\u2019 signature intensity and a variety of actions to overcome difficult situations, so I\u2019m happy if you experienced even a bit of the game! I think the flavor of the action really comes through the more you play it, so please continue to enjoy the different characteristics of the two Master Ninjas, Yakumo and Ryu! \u2013 <em>Hirayama<\/em><\/p>\n<p>To everyone who has supported Ninja Gaiden over the years, and to those how have started playing the series from this entry, thank you for playing the game. I enjoy watching your gameplay videos and comments on social media every day. In this game, we aimed for the revival of pure action that transcends time, and the three companies put everything into developing it. The action is really exciting and it\u2019s a stoically made game, so those of you who have played the game please continue to thoroughly study it\u2026 and those who haven\u2019t played it yet, I\u2019ll be thrilled if you give this feel good slash action a try! \u2013 <em>Nakao<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have the game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First of all, to be able to deliver a new numbered title in the series after 13 years is something that our entire team is truly happy about. We continuously debated and adjusted the game towards its launch, and once it was released it felt like it passed in an instant so I didn\u2019t feel anything immediately, but as I saw social posts and videos being posted every day, little by little I began to feel joy. \u2013 <em>Hirayama<\/em><\/p>\n<p>For our development team, there are many members who, during the golden age of slash action games, were players or were involved as developers. So, while we had confidence in the game itself, I felt more nervous and excited than I have ever been before. And my current feeling is of relief, since the action has been well received. <em>\u2013 Nakao<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For a long time, we were in the dark while developing this game but seeing everyone playing and reacting to it at gaming events was a big driving force in development, and we made use of it in the final adjustments towards launch. Thank you again for your support! Post-launch, we are checking every single piece of feedback, so please look forward to future in-game updates! \u2013 <em>Hirayama<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Although I\u2019ve mentioned it several times, we\u2019ve been receiving a lot of feedback that, \u201cthe action definitely feels good!\u201d, and it\u2019s the part we\u2019ve put our most effort into, so I am extremely happy that everyone is pleased with it. In this game we\u2019ve taken the big challenge of mixing the best parts of Ninja Gaiden with the best parts of PlatinumGames\u2019 action, so nothing makes me happier than hearing everyone enjoying the action. <em>\u2013 Nakao<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We are really looking forward to everyone playing \u201cThe Two Masters,\u201d the additional content currently in development! In addition to new weapons for Yakumo and Ryu, we are planning on an additional story and other replayable content. We\u2019re working hard to deliver it as soon as we can, so please wait a little bit longer! \u2013 <em>Hirayama<\/em><\/p>\n<p>There are many games coming out next year, and as always, several action games will be released, so as an action game maker we are looking forward to seeing these games. For us, in 2026 we are planning to release additional content for<em> Ninja Gaiden 4<\/em>, \u201cThe Two Masters,\u201d which we are currently hard at work developing. Not only is there content such as a new story, but above all the new weapons for each character will provide a new play experience unlike any of the previous weapons, so we hope you look forward to it!<em> \u2013 Nakao<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9n7358jzpx1z\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9n7358jzpx1z\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.26007.14524843898704391.85a1bf00-ba10-44d9-90b4-d20f9cb73fb6.da3a1785-ad9e-463f-ae57-2ec1f5f94999?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"NINJA GAIDEN 4 Standard Edition\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>NINJA GAIDEN 4 Standard Edition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">447<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 61.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$69.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$48.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9n7358jzpx1z\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tThe definitive ninja hack &amp; slash franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in this high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.<\/p>\n<p>Return of the Legend<br \/>\nExperience a return to the intense, high-speed combat that established NINJA GAIDEN as a premier action game series. Prepare for a legacy reborn with captivating style for a new generation of players.<\/p>\n<p>Epic Hack and Slash Combat, Evolved<br \/>\nNINJA GAIDEN 4 fuses Team NINJA\u2019s tempered combat philosophy with the stylish, dynamic action gameplay of PlatinumGames. Engage in visually stunning combat that rewards precision and strategy. Use Bloodbind Ninjutsu to transform your weapons and unleash devastation upon your enemies, alongside legacy techniques like the Izuna Drop and Flying Swallow. The legendary Ryu Hayabusa also returns with a revamped yet familiar set of tools to master.  With a customizable player experience, NINJA GAIDEN 4 will push action game veterans to their limits while allowing newcomers to enjoy a heart-pounding adventure full of twists and turns.<\/p>\n<p>An Ancient Enemy Returns<br \/>\nAn endless rain of miasma hangs over a near-future Tokyo in the wake of an ancient enemy\u2019s resurrection. The fate of the city lies in the hands of young ninja prodigy, Yakumo. Fighting his way through cybernetic ninja soldiers and otherworldly creatures, Yakumo must reconcile a destiny he shares with the legendary Ryu Hayabusa himself and free Tokyo from the ancient curse that brought the city to its knees.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"outer\"><strong>The Outer Worlds 2<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215520\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/outer-b82816c0335883209f5f-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/outer-b82816c0335883209f5f-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/outer-b82816c0335883209f5f-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/outer-b82816c0335883209f5f-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/outer-b82816c0335883209f5f-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/outer-b82816c0335883209f5f-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/outer-b82816c0335883209f5f.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Obsidian Entertainment<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Brandon Adler, Game Director, <em>The Outer Worlds 2<\/em>, Obsidian Entertainment<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>The Outer Worlds 2<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The most important thing I have to say is thank you. The response has been overwhelming and I can\u2019t thank our fans enough for all the support they have given us. Sometimes when you are making a game you can feel lost. For, like, 90% of making an RPG it feels like a big mess \u2013 so many systems incomplete, and you just aren\u2019t sure if things will fully come together. You have faith and experience, but you never truly know until it\u2019s in the hands of the players. Then, you see how happy the fans are, and it reminds you why you go through those hard times. It\u2019s because the game brings genuine happiness and that is a badass feeling.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have your game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a strange feeling. In all of my years making games at Obsidian I\u2019ve never felt it before. It\u2019s a mixture of relief and excitement, but also some sadness.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a thrill to see players get into the game and fall in love with all of the stuff we were hoping would resonate with them. It\u2019s also a huge weight off of my shoulders after all of this time. I feel an enormous responsibility to our fans to give them the kind of RPG that I would want if I were them and I feel like we have delivered. That wasn\u2019t a given, though, so it is good to see people really enjoying what we\u2019ve put together for them.<\/p>\n<p>The development of <em>The Outer Worlds 2<\/em> has been the longest of my career and the one that I\u2019ve put the most of myself into during development. It\u2019s such a relief to get it out to all of our fans, but there is now some undeniable sadness. It\u2019s like watching your child go away to college or something. You\u2019re proud of the accomplishments, but you\u2019re sad to see something that was such a large part of your life go out into the world.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m not sure about specific stories, but I\u2019ve been happy to see the positive reception to some of the deeper roleplaying mechanics we\u2019ve added \u2013 like our revamped Flaws system. Seeing people\u2019s excitement over all of the fun and interesting ways they can trigger flaws definitely brings a smile to my face. It\u2019s the kind of found joy that I really love in games and, specifically, in RPGs. Just when you find something that wasn\u2019t telegraphed in any way and feels like it was custom made for you. It\u2019s the reason I fell in love with RPGs and I hope it makes other gamers fall in love with the genre in the same way. I was also a bit worried that some gamers may not enjoy that type of character development, but it gives me hope that we can really explore those types of RPG systems in future games I make. I think it gives us some leeway to do more experimenting in the future.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I can\u2019t speak for the studio, but I\u2019m excited to work with the team to continue adding to <em>The Outer Worlds 2<\/em>. We have a couple of DLCs coming out and we are also talking about what kind of continual improvements we want to release to the players over the next year. We have a ton of ideas \u2013 everything from new features to quality-of-life improvements that players have been asking for when we talk to them. It\u2019s an exciting time for us and I can\u2019t wait to share more info once we get deeper into the planning.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9p8rmkxrml7d\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p8rmkxrml7d\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.1625.14086924108488409.5098cc78-dcb3-4bc1-858f-48fa36bb7026.82fc166e-9b79-4523-90d9-560ddb388864?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"The Outer Worlds 2\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>The Outer Worlds 2<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">332<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 54px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$69.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$48.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p8rmkxrml7d\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tThe Outer Worlds 2 is the eagerly-awaited sequel to the award-winning first-person sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment (just look at the exciting number of dashes in this sentence!). Time to clear your calendar \u2013 get ready for an action-packed adventure with a new crew, new weapons, and new enemies in a new colony! So much newness!<\/p>\n<p>As a daring and most likely good-looking Earth Directorate agent, you must uncover the source of devastating rifts threatening to destroy all of humanity. Your investigation leads to Arcadia, home of skip drive technology, where the fate of the colony, and ultimately the entire galaxy, rests on your decisions\u2014your strengths, your flaws, your crew, and the factions you choose to trust.<\/p>\n<p>Explore a New Frontier<br \/>\nThe Arcadia colony is engulfed in a factional war, as the Protectorate\u2019s so-called benevolent rule is challenged by the rebellion of their religious order and a corporate invasion. As destructive rifts spread across the colony, each faction fights to control or close them for their own ends. Navigate diverse zones, uncover hidden lore, and shape the fate of a system on the brink!<\/p>\n<p>Your Commander, Your Way<br \/>\nBuild your character with the abilities and choices that reflect your playstyle. The colony reacts to your every move, crafting a narrative that\u2019s yours to own\u2014whether you\u2019re a disciple of diplomacy, an astute strategist, a crusader for chaos, or something different altogether. And yes, you can dumb!<\/p>\n<p>Enlist Your Companions<br \/>\nRecruit companions with unique traits, backgrounds and goals. Whether you choose to help them achieve their ambitions or steer them toward your own objectives, your influence shapes their growth (or death), making them an integral part of the immersive story you create together.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"overwatch\"><strong>Overwatch 2<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215564\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/overwatch-7f2cbadddcdc140a7d42-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/overwatch-7f2cbadddcdc140a7d42-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/overwatch-7f2cbadddcdc140a7d42-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/overwatch-7f2cbadddcdc140a7d42-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/overwatch-7f2cbadddcdc140a7d42-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/overwatch-7f2cbadddcdc140a7d42-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/overwatch-7f2cbadddcdc140a7d42.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Blizzard Entertainment<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Interviewee: Walter Kong, Head of Development for Live Games and Mobile<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to players after the updates to <em>Overwatch 2<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This year ultimately brought out the best in the Overwatch team. Inspired by the evolving landscape of the industry, we embraced the opportunity to take bold risks and focused on making impactful changes rather than playing it safe. The team launched major features like Stadium and Perks, choosing to introduce and tune them in ways that felt more daring and noticeable than in the past. The response from our community has been amazing, and we feel our relationship with our players is stronger than ever.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with <em>Overwatch 2<\/em> that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One standout moment was reconnecting with our players in China when we relaunched <em>Overwatch 2<\/em> in the region. Despite the absence, the community\u2019s passion remained strong, with fans organizing offline events, creating art, and supporting esports. This enduring passion for the Overwatch universe highlighted how the game brings people together and means so much beyond just gameplay, reinforcing our excitement for the future.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the team most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Looking ahead, the Overwatch team is excited to deepen the universe and lore surrounding our Heroes, moving beyond their functional roles in a game. We\u2019re eager to take creative steps that will allow the game to lean further into storytelling and character development, and we can\u2019t wait to share these new experiences with our community. There\u2019s a real sense of momentum and optimism within the development team, and we believe 2026 will be a year where our boldest ideas come to life.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"c1c4dzjpbc2v\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/c1c4dzjpbc2v\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.25690.14548245473193065.c6f04a33-d52c-46ac-b8e9-47c3127dea5d.01b5b69a-8115-4af2-985f-411c7c5ac531?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Overwatch\u00ae 2\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2>Overwatch\u00ae 2<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Blizzard Entertainment<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">2000<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 34.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/c1c4dzjpbc2v\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-one-x-enhanced\">\n\t\t\tXbox One X Enhanced\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tOverwatch 2 is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based hero shooter game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 or 6v6 battlefield brawl featuring new heroes and maps, different ways to play, and unique cosmetics! Lead the charge, ambush your enemies, or aid your allies as one of Overwatch\u2019s 40+ distinct heroes. Team up with friends, take them into battle across 25+ futuristic maps inspired by real-world locations, and master multiple unique game modes. <\/p>\n<p>Overwatch 2 \u2013 Season 20: Vendetta<\/p>\n<p>Give the Gift of Vengeance<\/p>\n<p>Embrace the season in a flurry of festivity with a new DPS Hero, Winter Wonderland modes, holiday event, merry Mythics, and more!<\/p>\n<p>Season 20 carves a cold path with Vendetta, the ruthless new melee DPS villain fueled by ambition and revenge. But it&#8217;s not all frosty edges\u2014celebrate the holidays in the return of Winter Wonderland! Make some merry Mischief &amp; Magic on a whimsical new wintery map, with a midway mode twist where the props fight back in Mischief &amp; Magic Wonderland. Earn Winter Tokens through the Winter Wonderland event to unlock festive holiday skins for Tracer, Junkrat, and Torbj\u00f6rn, then step into Stadium for a fresh map with new Heroes, updates, and prizes. Top it all off with Mythic Divine Desperado Cassidy and Orisa\u2019s Mythic Capsule Cannon packing a cascade of cheer, plus more frosty skins as you jingle all the way through Battle Pass tiers. &#8216;Tis the season to deck your enemies&#8217; halls, claim your vengeance, and unwrap your rewards!\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"retro\"><strong>Retro Classics<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215522\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/retro-29bdc676dd2d8c5d10d5-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/retro-29bdc676dd2d8c5d10d5-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/retro-29bdc676dd2d8c5d10d5-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/retro-29bdc676dd2d8c5d10d5-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/retro-29bdc676dd2d8c5d10d5-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/retro-29bdc676dd2d8c5d10d5-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/retro-29bdc676dd2d8c5d10d5.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developers: <\/strong>Antstream, Activision<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewees: <\/strong>Mike Rouse, Studio Head; Steve Cottam, CEO; Oliver Woods, CTO; Stewart Stanbury, Marketing Director, Antstream<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>Retro Classics<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We want to extend a huge thank you to the 1.5 million retro game enthusiasts who have come out to play. It has been inspiring for the development team to see such a great response to the tournaments, challenges, and high score leaderboards and drives us to improve the experience with every new release. <em>\u2013 Mike Rouse<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have <em>Retro Classics<\/em> out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As a small studio of dedicated retro game developers, being able to work with Microsoft Studios IP and bring these legacy games to life on modern platforms has been a privilege. The passion the community has shown so far keeps the Antstream team motivated as we are not even half-way through the full catalogue of titles and still have loads of great games to come. <em>\u2013 Steve Cottam<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with <em>Retro Classics<\/em> that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The community continues to surprise us, with certain games drawing way more attention than anticipated, like <em>Tennis<\/em>, which continues to see strong active player numbers. Then we have some of the more obscure titles like <em>Venetian Blinds<\/em>, and some of the early Activision tech demos, which players seem to love despite limited gameplay \u2013 we can only speculate that that\u2019s the best kind of nostalgia. We have also loved reading the responses to announcing the monthly game drops, with players frequently reminiscing about their favourite gameplay moments or speculating what the next launch titles will be and their excitement when we deliver. <em>\u2013 Mike Rouse<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>What are you most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>2026 is shaping up to be a keystone year for interactive entertainment. The industry is expecting some generation-defining titles to be launched, along with exciting new ways for gamers to access their content. Antstream are excited to continue launching titles that helped define the previous generations, and bringing the joy of retro to a new generation of gamers wherever they choose to play.\u201d \u2013 <em>Oliver Woods<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Games are all about telling great stories and capturing moments that surprise us. These don\u2019t always rely on high-end devices or cutting-edge CGI, retro games can achieve these moments through simple mechanics and 8-bit graphics, which in the right moment leaves a lasting memory. It\u2019s these moments we try to bring out in <em>Retro Classics<\/em> and, while the players aren\u2019t always able to share these with us directly, we know they are happening across couches, dorm rooms and games rooms around the world every day. <em>\u2013 Stewart Stanbury<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9mtvj3hhtqgs\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9mtvj3hhtqgs\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.28072.13805261594576123.3da89ecd-dd82-4eb6-8b3e-50d0e4f648d2.a8403e66-b083-443f-b9c6-e184e81fe281?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Retro Classics\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Retro Classics<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">244<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 37.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9mtvj3hhtqgs\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tDiscover timeless classics and hidden gems with Game Pass. Retro Classics includes over 50 restored and ready-to-play games available for Xbox Game Pass members. Power up your play with community challenges, competitive leaderboards, all-new challenge modes, high-score rankings and more.<br \/>\nPlay over 50 classic games from Activision like Commando, Grand Prix, Kaboom! Mech Warrior 2: 31st Century Combat, and Pitfall!<br \/>\nTake on friends, rivals or the entire world with unique challenges \u2013 or dive in solo \u2013 and collect achievements.<br \/>\nSave your progress and continue later for the first time for many games.<br \/>\nAvailable for Game Pass members to play on console, PC, and on supported devices with cloud gaming.\n\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"seaofthieves\"><strong>Sea of Thieves<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215523\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thieves-43b9ebef1738907dbcfb-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thieves-43b9ebef1738907dbcfb-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thieves-43b9ebef1738907dbcfb-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thieves-43b9ebef1738907dbcfb-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thieves-43b9ebef1738907dbcfb-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thieves-43b9ebef1738907dbcfb-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thieves-43b9ebef1738907dbcfb.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Rare Ltd.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Adam Park, Head of Brand and Licensing, Rare<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after <em>Sea of Thieves<\/em>\u2019 updates and additions this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A huge thank-you to anyone who\u2019s set sail in 2025! Whether you\u2019re an old salt or you cast off on your maiden voyage this year, it\u2019s always incredible to see players living their best pirate life and diving into our new features each season. We\u2019ve had big updates to The Hunter\u2019s Call and The Reaper\u2019s Bones this year which offer two very diverse sets of activities for different kinds of players, the arrival of the Smugglers\u2019 League to shake up how you gather and turn in treasure, and we\u2019ve just launched Season 18, introducing a brand new boss fight with the Eternal Guard. We really appreciate everyone who\u2019s been a part of our pirate paradise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with the game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Sea of Thieves<\/em> is a game that\u2019s driven by our players\u2019 stories, so too many to list, but our Community Weekends are always a great source of creativity and camaraderie! That was especially true for our seventh anniversary, where we organised a cake hunt in-game. We didn\u2019t explicitly say what was happening, so it was up to our players to come together, seek out the cakes, and work out that seven riddles found nearby contained a code that would unlock an in-game title. And right now it\u2019s the Festival of Giving, so we\u2019ve got our <em>Sea of Thieves<\/em> Partners and our Pirate Legends sailing around in game giving out gifts to other crews. You love to see it!<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve been working on a lot of exciting features and updates, and players will get their first taste of them in our Community Direct podcast in January, so that\u2019s currently got a lot of us excited as it\u2019ll be the big reveal of months of hard work across the team. Beyond that, I\u2019d better not say, or I\u2019ll risk ending up in the brig for the holidays!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9P2N57MC619K\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P2N57MC619K\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.58500.14554784103656548.43ed5725-f81e-40a1-b672-196a35538bfc.bede6b0d-69e1-461b-b8b3-a346882ad777?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Sea of Thieves: 2025 Edition\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Sea of Thieves: 2025 Edition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Microsoft Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">2000<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 54px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$39.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$13.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P2N57MC619K\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-one-x-enhanced\">\n\t\t\tXbox One X Enhanced\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tSea of Thieves is a smash-hit pirate adventure game, offering the quintessential pirate experience of plundering lost treasures, fighting intense battles, vanquishing sea monsters and more.<\/p>\n<p>Additional digital bonuses* include access to the Sea of Thieves Original Soundtrack \u2013 2025 Edition, the Sea of Thieves: Athena&#8217;s Fortune audiobook and The Rough Guide to Sea of Thieves eBook.<\/p>\n<p>* A Sea of Thieves website login is required to access the digital bonuses \u2013 visit www.seaofthieves.com\/bonuses online and follow the instructions.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"midnight\"><strong>South of Midnight<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215524\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/midnight-3e12c8ef941f3bb781ad-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/midnight-3e12c8ef941f3bb781ad-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/midnight-3e12c8ef941f3bb781ad-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/midnight-3e12c8ef941f3bb781ad.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Compulsion Games<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Guillaume Provost, Studio Head, Compulsion Games<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after releasing <em>South of Midnight<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Thank you for giving <em>South of Midnight<\/em> a chance. Thank you for your kind words, your messages, and your support. Most of all, thank you for exploring the world we\u2019ve built and sharing your experiences with us\u2026 it means the world to the team.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have your game out there after development?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s our first game as an Xbox Games Studio, and we\u2019ve come a long way since shipping <em>We Happy Few<\/em>. With <em>South of Midnight<\/em>, we\u2019ve grown as a team, matured as a studio, and created what we believe is our best game yet. Making this game required us to be vulnerable, to open ourselves creatively and take risks, and the result is a title that doesn\u2019t leave players indifferent. As for us, we\u2019re already working on our next project! The team is unified and more motivated than ever to build our next game. We\u2019ve learned so much from <em>South of Midnight<\/em>, and we feel confident that the choices we\u2019re making now will set us up to create our most memorable game yet!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve been receiving many messages from players, particularly those from the American Deep South, praising how we\u2019ve captured the region\u2019s atmosphere, and that means a lot to us, since we\u2019ve devoted so much effort to it. Many highlight the sounds: crickets, the wind through the trees, and the overall soundscape\u2026 as well as the art, the feeling of heat, and the atmosphere. Hearing them describe how the world resonates with them has been incredibly rewarding for the team. We\u2019ve also received a lot of positive reactions to the story, and how players connect emotionally with some of the mythical creatures and their backstories. The fact that the game\u2019s world, audio, the music, and narrative evoke such strong responses is something we deeply value.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Everyone at Compulsion is incredibly proud of what we\u2019ve built, and of the amazing response from players. Over the past months, we\u2019ve received countless requests from the community to bring the game to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. We\u2019re thrilled to answer those calls and can\u2019t wait for even more players to experience <em>South of Midnight<\/em> when it launches on these platforms next Spring.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9njcvgs6t30k\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9njcvgs6t30k\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.45547.13678609147241298.c742bfe1-6624-4d6a-800e-503c12872c58.e240d226-a024-4880-9c66-0f0f15b8a378?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"South of Midnight\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>South of Midnight<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">625<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 67.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-msrp\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>$39.99<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<span>$29.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9njcvgs6t30k\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tFrom the creators of Contrast and We Happy Few, South of Midnight is a spellbinding third person action-adventure game set in the American Deep South. <\/p>\n<p>As Hazel, you will explore the mythos and encounter creatures of Southern folklore in a macabre and fantastical world. When disaster strikes her hometown, Hazel is called to become a Weaver: a magical mender of broken bonds and spirits. Imbued with these new abilities, Hazel will confront and subdue dangerous creatures, untangle the webs of her own family&#8217;s shared past and \u2013 if she&#8217;s lucky \u2013 find her way to a place that feels like home.<\/p>\n<p>A DARK MODERN FOLKTALE<br \/>\nWhen a hurricane rips through Prospero, Hazel is pulled into a Southern Gothic world of memory made real and must embark on a journey to rescue her mother and safeguard her hometown. In this folktale for modern times, Hazel will need to reconcile the weight of family, history, and legacy against her own identity.<\/p>\n<p>CONFRONT MYTHICAL CREATURES<br \/>\nWield an ancient power to restore creatures and uncover the traumas that consume them. Cast weaving magic to fight destructive Haints, explore the diverse regions of the South, and reweave the tears in the Grand Tapestry.<\/p>\n<p>HAUNTING BEAUTY OF THE GOTHIC SOUTH<br \/>\nDiscover the lush, decayed county of Prospero and its locals. Experience a crafted visual style, touching storytelling, and immersive music inspired by the complex and rich history of the South.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"thps\"><strong>Tony Hawk\u2019s Pro Skater 3 + 4<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215526\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thps-41e402c420994e1a37f2-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thps-41e402c420994e1a37f2-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thps-41e402c420994e1a37f2-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thps-41e402c420994e1a37f2-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thps-41e402c420994e1a37f2-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thps-41e402c420994e1a37f2-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/thps-41e402c420994e1a37f2.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developers: <\/strong>Iron Galaxy Studios, Activision<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Christopher Wilson, VP, Production, Activision<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to players after releasing <em>Tony Hawk\u2019s Pro Skater 3 + 4<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This community has always been the heart of Tony Hawk\u2019s Pro Skater, and releasing <em>THPS 3+4<\/em> this year reminded us just how passionate, creative, and welcoming you all are. Thank you from us and Iron Galaxy for showing up with the same energy that made these games iconic in the first place. Whether you\u2019ve been kickflipping since the early 2000s or you\u2019re discovering these levels for the first time, we\u2019re grateful you\u2019ve chosen to shred with us. Launching a game rooted in nostalgia while delivering something fresh is no small task, and your support made the journey worth every step. Thank you for keeping the spirit of skate alive.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it feel to have the game out there, and what\u2019s the response been like?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s surreal in the best possible way. On the road to launch, alongside the team at Iron Galaxy, we kept asking ourselves, \u2018How do we stay true to what players love while still pushing things forward?\u2019 Seeing players immediately recognize the soul of THPS \u2013 the flow, the muscle memory, the soundtrack vibes \u2013 has been incredibly validating. Hearing that people are rediscovering their favorite lines and competing for top leaderboard spots again in <em>Tony Hawk\u2019s Pro Skater 3 + 4 <\/em>has been a highlight for our entire team.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The launch of the game featured an incredible event \u2014 do you have any stories you\u2019d like to share about bringing so many people together to celebrate the game?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>THPS Fest was in incredible moment for everyone involved in bringing <em>THPS 3+4<\/em> to players.\u00a0 For us, the standout story was watching the energy shift as soon as live performances from the soundtrack kicked in. Tracks that defined an era had people across generations vibing instantly \u2013 developers, pro skaters, content creators, media, Tony, everyone. At one point, a group of creators spontaneously organized a live \u2018combo challenge\u2019 in the corner of the venue, drawing a massive crowd. It was unplanned and completely authentic, which made it perfect. That\u2019s the magic of Tony Hawk\u2019s Pro Skater \u2013 it brings people together without even trying.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9n1wk33qnsrj\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9n1wk33qnsrj\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.40.13968131629601189.02100553-7fb7-4f1a-b080-6b3ac33c153c.fb963dfe-c59b-4477-a990-9b6f76e653bb?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Tony Hawk's\u2122 Pro Skater\u2122 3 + 4\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Tony Hawk&#8217;s<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> Pro Skater<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> 3 + 4<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Activision Publishing Inc.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">296<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 31.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9n1wk33qnsrj\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tGet hyped for the legendary franchise to return with Tony Hawk\u2019s<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> Pro Skater<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> 3 + 4. Everything you loved is back, but revamped with more skaters, new parks, gnarlier tricks, eardrum shattering music, plus a whole lot more.<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Reunite the crew with cross-platform online Multiplayer* for up to 8 skaters in new and returning game modes.<br \/>\n\u2013 Drop in to new parks or tear it up across the timeless parks from both Tony Hawk\u2019s<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> Pro Skater<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> 3 &amp; Tony Hawk\u2019s<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> Pro Skater<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> 4, authentically remade in jaw dropping 4K** resolution with streamlined goals and the epic 2-minute format.<br \/>\n\u2013 Hit \u2018em with some drip in the expanded Create-A-Skater and Create-A-Park modes, including the ability to create custom goals to share with friends for the first time ever.<br \/>\n\u2013 Shred harder than ever with more challenging goals and an enhanced New Game+ mode.<br \/>\n\u2013 Whether you\u2019re a total casual or a grungy pro, the same smooth handling and simple-to-learn controls from Tony Hawk\u2019s<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> Pro Skater<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2122.png\" alt=\"\u2122\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\"> 1 + 2 will have you shredding like a Pro.<\/p>\n<p>Alert the neighborhood watch and grab your skate buddies because the shred\u2019s not dead. It\u2019s back and better than ever.<\/p>\n<p>*Activision account and internet required for online Multiplayer and other features. A Game Pass subscription may be required for Multiplayer and other features (sold separately). Activision may modify or discontinue online services in the future, which may impact the continued availability of online gameplay. Online services may be discontinued to to factors including number of players.<\/p>\n<p>**The Xbox Series X version of the game will run native 4K at 60FPS in Fidelity Mode. The Xbox Series S version will render at 1440P and upscale to 4K. 4K output requires a 4K compatible device or display.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, please see www.tonyhawkthegame.com.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a9 2025 Activision Publishing Inc. ACTIVISION and PRO SKATER are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. TONY HAWK is a registered trademark of Tony Hawk, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"towerborne\"><strong>Towerborne (Game Preview)<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215566\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/towerborne-f8637ed07f83c5891e16-385x578.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"385\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/towerborne-f8637ed07f83c5891e16-385x578.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/towerborne-f8637ed07f83c5891e16-455x683.jpeg 455w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/towerborne-f8637ed07f83c5891e16.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Stoic<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee:<\/strong> Trisha Stouffer, CEO and President, Stoic<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to your players after <em>Towerborne<\/em>\u2018s updates and additions this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On April 29 we <a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/04\/29\/towerborne-launch-xbox\/\">brought <em>Towerborne<\/em> to Xbox Game Preview<\/a>. Adding Xbox and Windows players to our Steam community was awesome. Thank you to everyone who played this year, but especially to our Founders. We haven\u2019t been able to say much lately but we heard your feedback and have been working tirelessly to incorporate it into <em>Towerborne<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the studio most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We learned so much this year, both from what players told us and how they played. We took this feedback to heart, and the entire team has worked hard on a major update to <em>Towerborne<\/em>. We\u2019re excited to share that update with everyone in 2026!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1765276897698\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9P7TLX79S7N7\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P7TLX79S7N7\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.56718.14100945740468620.f7c55d6b-e535-4591-a835-7fa6ffedcc1f.4228e448-8f56-4942-9990-6ab20594e17d?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Towerborne (Game Preview)\" class=\"skip-lazy\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Towerborne (Game Preview)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Xbox Game Studios <\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">220<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 48px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P7TLX79S7N7\" target=\"_blank\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge pc-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tPC Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\">\n\t\t\tXbox Game Pass\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tTowerborne is a new kind of Looter Brawler, combining side-scrolling combat with action RPG loot progression and endless customization.* You are an Ace, born anew from the spirit realm with special skills, grit, and determination. Unite with other Aces** and fight as one to defend the Belfry, humanity\u2019s last refuge, from the dark forces outside its walls. Can you become the Ace humanity needs to survive? Explore, fight, and grow stronger \u2013 together <\/p>\n<p>Explore Together \u2013  With an evolving world map and ongoing updates, your adventure continues with new enemies, regions, rewards, and story. Venture solo or with up to three other Aces** and recruit Umbra allies with unique abilities to join your fight. Return to the Belfry to reforge gear and continue your journey. <\/p>\n<p>Fight Your Way \u2013 Jump into satisfying, pick-up-and-play brawler combat that&#8217;s easy to learn but challenging to master. Towerborne delivers fast-paced, thrilling battles with deep, evolving strategy. Every fight is a chance to sharpen your skills and face tougher challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Endless Customization* \u2013 Customize your Ace&#8217;s appearance, gear, and weapons. Set your preferred danger level in the Wilds, wield powerful weapons with special moves, and mix gear and Umbra companions to create a playstyle that&#8217;s uniquely yours. <\/p>\n<p>This game is a work in progress. Some content and features may change over time before full release of the game. Please purchase only if you are comfortable with the game in its current state.<\/p>\n<p>Full details on the latest status of the game, and how you can give feedback and report issues can be found at https:\/\/www.Towerborne.com\/.<\/p>\n<p>* This game includes optional in-game purchases of virtual currency that can be used to acquire virtual in-game items.<\/p>\n<p>*Game Preview Access requires a Towerborne Founder&#8217;s Pack or Xbox Game Pass Standard, Game Pass PC, or Game Pass Ultimate (subscription sold separately).<\/p>\n<p>**Online console multiplayer requires Xbox Game Pass Standard, Game Pass Ultimate, or Game Pass Core (subscriptions sold separately).\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wow\"><strong>World of Warcraft<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {\n\tflex: 100%;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\n\t\t\"><\/p>\n<aside class=\"wp-block-column column--post flex-basis-25\">\n<div class=\"column__content\">\n<div class=\"card has-border\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-215562\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/WoW-4390add9cf940eb06920-325x578.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"325\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/WoW-4390add9cf940eb06920-325x578.jpg 325w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/WoW-4390add9cf940eb06920-384x683.jpg 384w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/WoW-4390add9cf940eb06920-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/WoW-4390add9cf940eb06920-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2026\/12\/WoW-4390add9cf940eb06920.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Developer: <\/strong>Blizzard Entertainment<\/p>\n<p><strong>Interviewee: <\/strong>Holly Longdale, Executive Producer<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column--content flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<p><strong>What would you like to say to players after the updates to <em>WoW<\/em> this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Everything <em>World of Warcraft<\/em> has accomplished this year has been shaped by the community\u2019s input and feedback. Our roadmap reflects what players have told us they want, and we\u2019re committed to making Azeroth a place where everyone can find their people and play their way. The heartbeat of <em>World of Warcraft<\/em> is its community, and that will always guide us going forward.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there any stories about how players have engaged with <em>WoW<\/em> that you\u2019d like to reflect on?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s been inspiring to see the community embrace Player Housing! Players have already created incredible neighborhoods and shared guides, showing creativity and a willingness to help others. The way people our players come together \u2013 whether through guilds, new features, or supporting each other in-game \u2013 continues to make Azeroth feel like a true home and a place for connection and meaning.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the team most looking forward to in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re excited to keep evolving Azeroth as a world where players can escape, recharge, and connect with friends. We\u2019ll be launching our <em>Midnight<\/em> expansion on March 2, which is part two of The Worldsoul Saga \u2013 this is a story that will resonate whether you\u2019re a new player or have been with us for decades.<\/p>\n<p>Next year, we\u2019ll focus on expanding Player Housing, listening even more closely to player feedback, and finding new ways to bring the magic of Warcraft to everyone, both in-game and beyond. There\u2019s a real sense of momentum as we march toward BlizzCon 2026, and we\u2019re looking forward to building the future of Azeroth together with our community.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/12\/18\/xbox-bethesda-blizzard-activision-king-2025-games-thank-you\/#top\">[<strong>Back to Top]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<aside aria-labelledby=\"related-stories--215322__title\" id=\"related-stories--215322\" class=\"curated-content-panel\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border--top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-30\">\n<h2 id=\"related-stories--215322__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tRelated Stories <span class=\"sr-only\"> for \u201cFrom Our Worlds to Yours: Thank You for an Incredible 2025\u201d<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-70\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<article class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-33\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a 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Holiday Season<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-33\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/devices\/2025\/11\/20\/2025-windows-11-pc-holiday-buying-guide-best-devices-and-deals\/#new_tab\" class=\"featured-image size-full-size default\" aria-label=\"Read the story titled Countdown Sale: Save $100 on the ROG Xbox Ally, Up to 60% on 1,000+ Games, and More\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Hero-ROG-Ally-ddbbce5720c6a3201932.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full-size size-full-size wp-post-image\" alt=\"ROG Xbox Ally Hero Image\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Hero-ROG-Ally-ddbbce5720c6a3201932.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Hero-ROG-Ally-ddbbce5720c6a3201932-768x432.jpg 768w, 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size-full-size default\" aria-label=\"Read the story titled How to Buy a Digital Game as a Gift This Holiday\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/Gifting-Hero-36922cf84b8b14824c7c.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full-size size-full-size wp-post-image\" alt=\"Digital Game Gifting Hero Image\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/Gifting-Hero-36922cf84b8b14824c7c.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/Gifting-Hero-36922cf84b8b14824c7c-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/Gifting-Hero-36922cf84b8b14824c7c-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/Gifting-Hero-36922cf84b8b14824c7c-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"><\/a><\/p>\n<ul class=\"post-tags__list\">\n<li 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