Elsewhere in the showcase, Uppercut Games & Focus Entertainment unveiled Magicians: The Devil’s Deal. It is coming to XBOX, PlayStation, and PC in 2027. You can watch the announcement trailer in the video below:

“In Magicians, you’ll control Jacob Menteuro, a stage magician from 1890s England. Once a member of an elite society called the Magic Ring, Jacob was betrayed and abandoned by his colleagues. Now, he finds an unlikely ally – The Devil – who throws Jacob headfirst into the endless caverns of Theatreland, a hellish underground version of London where stage magic has become disastrously real,” the synopsis reads.

Uppercut Games director Ed Orman also explains: “We fell in love with the rich and flamboyant setting of 1890s stage magic, densely packed with imps, tricks, devils and colorful characters. A time where stage magicians were the ultimate celebrities, and even the simplest misdirection was a power of its own. At Uppercut Games, we’ve got an incredible team of talented game makers who are driven to create deep & compelling experiences for players to get lost in.”

He adds: “Theatreland is a decaying jumble of London streets, corrupted theatres and seemingly endless caverns. Each Master Magician has their Realm, a place for them to practice their own special branch of stage magic. And that magic has itself gotten out of control, tearing at the very fabric of this reality. Jacob will need to explore every nook and cranny if he’s to survive all of Theatreland’s dangers. He’ll gather supplies to keep him alive, make deals with the few denizens still sane enough to speak, and find the resources he needs to enhance his Tricks.”

Do you have any excitement for Magicians: The Devil’s Deal?

Magicians: The Devil’s Deal releases in 2027 for XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.

Source: XBOX Wire

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“[We will reevaluate our approach to exclusivity, windowing, and AI, and share more as we learn and decide].” And there appeared to be other tangible sources that heard the same conversation around the same time. Windows Central reported then that exclusive titles are being discussed internally for the future of XBOX with Sharma now spearheading the entire Microsoft gaming division.

Now after the most recent XBOX Games Showcase this weekend, it is confirmed that platform exclusives are back for XBOX. This is kicked off with titles Gears of War: E-Day & Clockwork Revolution. At the XBOX event held in Los Angeles, Booty elaborated on the approach Microsoft is going forward with console exclusive when speaking to Gamertag Radio. You can watch the segment in the video below:

“[We] want people to have a reason to get on board with XBOX. We want them to have a reason to buy an XBOX, reason to be an XBOX fan. Same time we want to reward all our players that have been with us for a long time. We know that exclusives are important. That’s why we have Gears coming in 2026, Clockwork in 2027. We- want to be clear our big multiplayer games, live-service games are going to continue to be multiplatform,” Booty explained. 

“If we’ve promised something to players already, we’re going to make that [promise]. We’re going to honor that promise, right? […] We’re going to keep thinking about this going forward […] our principle is: when we announce a date, we want to announce the platforms. So it’s going to be case-by-case, but we’re going to be clear that when it’s got a date, it’s got a platform and you’ll know what the choice is going to be.”

Elsewhere in another discussion, Sharma when speaking to Bloomberg elaborated that the decision is always being considered on multiple fronts. Among the context of the conversation, Sharma expresses the reality of XBOX as a platform as well as a publisher and the choices that works best in both scenarios. You can watch the segment in the video below:

“Look, we’re the number two publisher in the world and in order to be a great publisher, you must have your games reach large audiences to play. At the same time, we’re increasingly becoming a platform. In order to be a platform, you must have exclusive content and services. And so we’re looking at that very closely. I think we have to be very thoughtful about each title on how we want to thin about it and learn from similar cases in the industry.”

Even XBOX chief strategy officer Matthew Ball pressed on the exclusive topic. At The Game Business Live, he said that “everyone in the industry understands that exclusives are important,” and what XBOX will offer is a “reliable pipeline” for those invested into the platform. Ball in the same discussion also elaborated on the losses of XBOX Game Pass Ultimate when the tier was charged to $30 a month last year. You can read the full report by heading here.

Are you in favor of console exclusives for XBOX or no?

Source: GameSpot

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Other details that came from the decision behind XBOX Game Pass was revealed back in October. The leadership before Asha Sharma touted that the decision would “provide them with more of what they’re asking.” On top of that, Microsoft also made the decision to remove the option for its XBOX Rewards to redeem XBOX Game Pass subscriptions that only worked against the brand.

As a result, there was a biblical shift in support for XBOX Game Pass. At The Game Business Live at Summer Game Fest this week, new XBOX chief strategy officer Matthew Ball shared that the service was met with a fallout in active subscribers in the “millions,” he expressed. XBOX boss Sharma also elaborated on the response to the current Game Pass Ultimate pricing that went into effect.

“Growth slowed down and subscriber loss accelerated after the pricing and SKU changes last year… Since our price reduction we have seen acquisitions grow and retention improve, which is a good first step,” Sharma said in a internal memo obtained by The Verge. “We will not solve this in one moment or one launch, We will have to outwork the problem in front of us in our path to restore durable growth.”

Sharma also elaborated on the direction planned for the platform as well. “We are building a stronger XBOX. That means making hard choices about what we build, where we invest, and what kind of company we need to be going forward, that is part of what you are starting to see in the shift from Xbox to XBOX. It reflects a decision to be deliberate in how we show up for the players who care most about this brand.”

Are you surprised the turnaround for XBOX with the recent changes to Game Pass?

Source: GameSpot, The Verge

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As for anticipated updates that hit Sea of Thieves, the addition of Season 18 did shake things plenty. In that, a new adversary faction of ancient foes came with an abundance of equally antique loot. And Season 19 was no different in bespoke content. The title update welcomed an overhaul to the overall PvP as part of the ‘Fights & Festivals’ included in the season.

Now at the XBOX Games Showcase on Sunday, Rare & XBOX Game Studios revealed the new ‘Custom Seas’ that is coming to Sea of Thieves in Season 20. You can watch the new trailer in the video below:

“Rare have lifted the lid on what’s arriving in Season 20 of Sea of Thieves, and it’s an update that will put players in command like never before! In Custom Seas, you’ll have the power to shape the world,” XBOX Wire writes for the new update that will be hitting Sea of Thieves next month.

“Set the rules to create your own custom game modes, add in items and enemies as you see fit, freely assign crews, and capture the resulting mayhem via Free Camera mode to unlock boundless storytelling potential. A number of example creations were also shown, including a Skeleton Scoreboard contest and a Rowboat Royale!”

Are you interested to return to Sea of Thieves for Custom Seas?

Sea of Thieves: Season 20 arrives on June 18, 2026 for XBOX One, XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.

Source: XBOX Wire

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Later on in 2024, our review for the ‘Complete Edition’ was left underwhelmed by the base release. “Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition embarks on an ambitious yet flawed Souls-Like journey. While the engaging combat system, captivating RPG elements, and impressive aesthetics shine through, they are hindered by a lack of difficulty balance, a rushed narrative conclusion, and notable technical issues.”

But at the XBOX Games Showcase this weekend, excitement swelled with the announcement of a sequel, Wo Long: Wings of Ember. You can watch the reveal trailer in the video below:

“Battles unfold across the Three Kingdoms once more.The protagonist carves their own path through the chaos,empowered by the might of the phoenix,” the official website shares. “Countless wars have been waged throughouthistory in pursuit of the elixir of immortality.The sparks of conflict will soon grow into a raging blaze.”

XBOX Wire offers an additional synopsis: “Set in the aftermath of the first game amid a fantasy take on the late Eastern Han period of Chinese history, you’ll play a nameless champion fighting against humans and demons alike across vast battlefields. The new game features an evolved Chinese martial arts style integrating both offensive and defensive combat.”

How much excitement for you have for Wo Long: Wings of Ember?

Wo Long: Wings of Ember is listed to release in early 2027 for XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.

Source: XBOX Wire

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As for its other entities, Minecraft Dungeons has proven to be a sizable success for the IP too. In 2023, it was revealed that over 25 million players have touched the dungeon crawler spin-off to some extent. And, there is still more on the way too. In March, Mojang Studios properly announced that Minecraft Dungeons II is in development.

Now this weekend at the XBOX Games Showcase, Mojang Studios & XBOX Game Studios revealed that Minecraft Dungeons II is set to release this September for all major consoles & PC. You can watch the new reveal trailer in the video below:

“No more time for mining! Drop the pickaxe and grab a sword, everyone! We’re charging into a thrilling new adventure where you’ll journey through a fresh-yet-familiar world of unexplored lands and mysterious locations, in a quest to stop a new evil from causing chaos!” Mojang Studios’ Per Landin pens about Minecraft Dungeons II.

“This means clashing with menacing foes in explosive encounters and fighting your way through hordes of mobs that will do everything in their power to stop you. In classic Minecraft Dungeons fashion, you’ll be able to craft your perfect hero with items you’ll acquire on your trip, including everything from weapons and armor to artifacts, talismans, and other legendary gear!  The challenges will be tougher than ever, and the best way to face them is completely up to you! You can either brave the unknown on your own or team with up with up to 3 players in online or couch co-op. And with a party of 4, you’ll be able to smash any blue-charged foe with the power of teamwork!”

Are you interested in Minecraft Dungeons II at release?

Minecraft Dungeons II will ship on September 29, 2026 for XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.

Source: Mojang Studios

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In 2022, it was revealed that the game would be utilizing Unreal Engine 5. Knowing that knowledge, it was also paired with news indicating that The Coalition – a team comprised of former Epic Games staff – to assist in the development. It would not be until this year an update on State of Decay 3 was made. From April, it was revealed that alpha playtests for State of Decay 3 would be held this spring.

Now entering June already, the XBOX Games Showcase reveals a 2027 launch window for State of Decay 3. Additionally, a PlayStation 5 version of the game was also added as well. You can watch the new gameplay trailer in the video below:

“We’ve been working on this for a while and we’re aiming for a 2027 release. Players are already playing an Alpha version of the game and are having a blast. We’re going to be expanding our Alpha and then Beta list over time and we are dying for players to come play. We’ve got an audience that’s hungry for this game, the signups were fantastic, they’re going to keep growing and we want to get more,” creative director Kevin Patzelt elaborated on the state of the game.

“Everything shown in the trailer is from the game. We did not use CGI. We have some fun camera angles in there, but it is 100% game capture minus our studio logo. Beyond that, there are a lot of over-the-shoulder shots. Whenever you see one in this trailer, it is a true 100% gameplay camera,” Patzelt added. “We will be showing more of that over time, but absolutely wanted to include it in this trailer. We wanted players to start seeing what that camera looks like and how it will feel to play.”

Also sharing: “Another thing our studio is really good at is creating environmental storytelling moments. We’ve always encouraged players to go off the beaten path to kind of see what’s out in the world. And we’re emphasizing that again in State of Decay 3. At its core, if you’re not exploring, you’re going to kind of get stuck because your players are eating and drinking and need to survive and you need to find a way to meet those needs. And it all comes back to risking yourself by going out and looting for it.”

Are you excited for State of Decay 3 and for which platform?

State of Decay 3 will ship sometime in 2027 for XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.

Source: XBOX Wire

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Entering World Update 20 this past fall, Japan was revisited at Tokyo Game Show. At the time, the update explored the nuance of locations like Chiba, Fujioka, Hokkaido, Kawasaki, Kobe, and more. Then the most recent title update – World Update 21 – Australia was the focused region. The update included new adjustments to New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Now at XBOX Games Showcase, Asobo Studio is back with World Update 22. Coming on America’s Independence Day, the update will bring new emphasis to the National Parks for the United States. You can read the list of featured locations below:

Arizona

Grand Canyon

California

Death Valley
Yosemite

Colorado

Great Sand Dunes
Rocky Mountains

Florida

Dry Tortugas

Maine

Acadia

Montana

Glacier

Oregon

Crater Lake

South Dakota

Badlands
Mount Rushmore

Tennessee, North Carolina

Great Smoky Mountains

Texas

Big Bend
Guadalupe Mountains

Utah

Bryce Canyon
Canyonlands
Zion

Washington

Mount Rainier
North Cascades

Wyoming

Grand Teton
Yellowstone

“Microsoft Flight Simulator celebrates gorgeous United States of America landscapes in this spectacular World Update 22: US National Parks. Featuring over thirty National Parks and Monuments and the Goodyear Blimp” Asobo Studio reveals in the announcement post for the new content update coming to Microsoft Flight Simulator.

“Want to experience the thrills and adventure of air racing? Coming this fall, take to the skies over New Mexico with the release of the world’s fastest motorsport: the National Championship Air Races. The sky is calling!” the developer also confirms. But, there is no current date on when the races are set to land for Microsoft Flight Simulator as of yet.

What part of the new Microsoft Flight Simulator has you most excited?

Microsoft Flight Simulator: World Update 22 arrives on July 4, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.

Source: Asobo Studio

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Come later in 2023, InXile Entertainment & XBOX Game Studios officially announced Clockwork Revolution. The game proved to be a new open-world RPG rich with characters and its own witty demeanor that the world & cast is brimming with. It was later reported that prior developers of Saints Row also joined the development for Clockwork Revolution.

Now in 2026 at XBOX Games Showcase, it was confirmed that Clockwork Revolution is to release next year in 2027. Microsoft also verifies it will be a console exclusive as well for XBOX. You can watch the new trailer in the video below:

“You are Morgan Vanette and your look, your skills, and your choices can shape you throughout the game — who you’re seeing in the trailer is just one version, not the version. At the start of Clockwork Revolution, you’ll customize who Morgan is, and through your decisions during the game, who Morgan becomes,” the description for Clockwork Revolution shares.

“Guiding you through this world is Prentice, a flying automaton you meet very early in the game. She’s part observer, part companion, and will join you on your adventures across the timescape. She’s tied to how you end up with the Chronometer (the device that makes time travel possible) and becomes your guide through the branching realities you create. She’s got her own abilities and her own skill tree, and she’ll give you new ways to see and interact with the world.”

A overview for the game’s setting also reveals: “Avalon can be beautiful, but it isn’t a utopia. It runs on industry and ambition, and it stays polished up top by keeping its dirty hands underneath the table. From the ash-choked streets of the Tangle to the lavish promenades where the city pretends it’s something better  — everything here has a cost, and the folks at the bottom usually pay for it.”

Are you interested in getting Clockwork Revolution?

Clockwork Revolution ships sometime in 2027 for XBOX Series X|S & PC.

Source: XBOX Wire

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Coming this summer, it was confirmed as part of the XBOX Games Showcase that there would be a second appearance for Gears of War: E-Day with a dedicated direct for the title. It was confirmed to be at least a half hour long in duration. What’s more, it is understood multiple collaborations for the game are to take place as well. One being a direct partnership of some form with WWE for the game’s promotion.

Now at the XBOX Games Showcase, we learn that Gears of War: E-Day is to ship this October ahead of Halloween. What’s more is that XBOX boss Asha Sharma confirmed that Gears of War: E-Day will launch exclusively on XBOX hardware. You can watch the new gameplay trailer in the video below:

“We took advantage of UE5 to bring Gears up to speed with where modern gaming is, without losing what makes it authentic. You’re playing a sweaty Gears game — but it’s entirely built from scratch to capture the emotional core of those older games,” creative director Matt Searcy shares on the game’s development. Technical director Kate Rayner also added :”We literally rebuilt everything from scratch. Characters, enemies, weapons, animation, sound, the world itself.”

Brand director Nicole Fawcette also elaborates on the setting’s storytelling injects to the Gears of War: E-Day: “The environment gets to tell a story, whereas before, you’re just walking through the ruins of cities in the aftermath of war. You’re going to see it through Marcus and Dom’s perspective, but you’re also going to open up the lens of what else is happening in the world, and what other people are going through. That’s pretty unique to E-Day.”

Do you plan to play Gears of War: E-Day upon release?

Gears of War: E-Day releases for XBOX Series X|S & PC on October 6, 2026.

Source: XBOX Wire

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Beyond the game itself, Doom: The Dark Ages did also receive a dedicated update in a separate game. Earlier this April, a crossover event within Diablo IV was held for the game. The limited-time mode featured Slayer-inspired features for the core Diablo formula including weapon skills that fully capture the ‘Rip & Tear’ aesthetic of the series.

Now at the XBOX Game Showcase this weekend, id Software returns with Doom: The Dark Ages. This time, a DLC is just a month away with ‘Revelations’. You can watch the trailer in the video below:

“Hell freezes over in DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations, an all-new campaign expansion unleashing a brutal new chapter of the Slayer’s saga. Thrust into a merciless purgatory, the DOOM Slayer confronts haunting truths to reclaim his freedom across new levels with deeper puzzles, fearsome demons and intriguing mysteries. The all-new Chain Spear expands the dimensions of combat, granting the Slayer a deadly combination of power and mobility,” the description reads.

What are you excited for with the new Doom: The Dark Ages DLC?

Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations arrives on July 7, 2026 for XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.

Source: XBOX Wire

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As for games, the most notable is Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra. In the past, the game did receive a sizeable delay last year which pushed the game to release sometime in 2026. However, things at Skydance New Media which now left the game at a more pressing time of release. It was reported in November that the game was delayed once more. This time, there is no date confirmed for it suggesting it might even be aiming for 2027 potentially.

This week, Paramount Studios & Skydance Media have confirmed a new banner for its video game effort is formed moving forward: Paramount Games Studio. This was already suggested in the recent announcement for PlatinumGames’ TMNT: The Last Ronin. This new ambition came with the fusing of Skydance Interactive & Skydance New Media.

“This division launch marks a meaningful evolution in how we think about games – not as an extension of our business, but as a core pillar of our content strategy alongside film, television, and streaming. We are committed to creating exceptional games for every type of player, from casual to AAA, and building enduring experiences across our beloved Paramount IP and original worlds that deepen fan engagement and drive long-term growth,” Paramount Game Studio president Tony Driscoll says.

Other internal shakeups for leadership at Paramount Game Studio was also reported by Variety. It was said that former Naughty Dog veteran Amy Hennig is now appointed studio creative director. Notable leadership from Skydance such as Dan Prigg is now executive vice president, head of games whilst Shawn Kittlesen is now senior vice president, head of creative & production.

Are you interested what will come next following the forming of Paramount Games Studio?

Source: Variety

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