After acquiring Bethesda, Microsoft has announced a new acquisition. This time, Microsoft will acquire Activision. The planned acquisition will close in FY2023 (that’s the period between July 2022 and June 2023). Continue reading Microsoft will acquire Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion
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Microsoft Flight Simulator January 6th Update brings stability, weather & VR improvements
Microsoft has released the first 2022 update for Microsoft Flight Simulator. The January 6th Update packs a number of stability, weather and VR improvements. Moreover, it features some SDK fixes and tweaks. Continue reading Microsoft Flight Simulator January 6th Update brings stability, weather & VR improvements
Forza Horizon 5 December 14th Update brings a number of improvements
Playground Games has released a new update for Forza Horizon 5. According to the release notes, the December 14th Hotfix packs freeroam car traffic improvements. Moreover, it comes with server stability improvements. Continue reading Forza Horizon 5 December 14th Update brings a number of improvements
Halo Infinite PC Performance Analysis
Microsoft has just released the latest part in its Halo series, Halo Infinite. Powered by the Slipspace Engine, it’s time now to benchmark it and see how it performs on the PC platform. Continue reading Halo Infinite PC Performance Analysis
Forza Horizon 5 December 3rd Update #2 released, full patch notes
Playground Games has just released the second major update for Forza Horizon 5. According to the release notes, the December 3rd patch improves stability, and comes with numerous tweaks and fixes for multiplayer. It also packs some PC-only fixes, as well as general gameplay fixes. Continue reading Forza Horizon 5 December 3rd Update #2 released, full patch notes
Here is the launch trailer for Halo Infinite’s Single-Player Campaign
Microsoft and 343 Industries have released the launch trailer for Halo Infinite’s single-player campaign. This trailer may feature some spoilers, so avoid it if you want to experience the campaign yourselves. Continue reading Here is the launch trailer for Halo Infinite’s Single-Player Campaign
Microsoft Flight Simulator Patch 1.21.13.0 adds beta support for DX12
Microsoft and Asobo have released a brand new update for Microsoft Flight Simulator that adds beta support for the DirectX 12 API. However, and contrary to what you may have seen on YouTube, this update does NOT add any Ray Tracing effects. Continue reading Microsoft Flight Simulator Patch 1.21.13.0 adds beta support for DX12
Halo Infinite 2021 vs 2020 Campaign Comparison Video
GameInformer has released a new comparison video between the 2021 and the 2020 versions of Halo Infinite’s campaign mode. GameInformer was able to play the same level that MS showcased back in E3 2020, so you can now get a glimpse at its graphical improvements. Continue reading Halo Infinite 2021 vs 2020 Campaign Comparison Video
New gameplay video from Halo Infinite’s The Conservatory Campaign Mission
IGN has shared a video, showing 5 minutes of brand new gameplay footage from Halo Infinite’s campaign mode. This video showcases the “The Conservatory” mission, a mission that takes place a few hours into Halo Infinite’s campaign. Continue reading New gameplay video from Halo Infinite’s The Conservatory Campaign Mission
Halo Infinite Official PC requirements revealed, multiplayer beta available now
Microsoft and 343 Industries have revealed the official PC system requirements for Halo Infinite. Additionally, the teams announced that the game’s multiplayer beta phase has been launched, and everyone can download and play it. Continue reading Halo Infinite Official PC requirements revealed, multiplayer beta available now