Tag: Xbox Game Studios
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XBOX CASUALS EPISODE 49: Xbox at Gamescom, Helldivers 2 + ODST, and Rod Fergusson Leaves Blizzard
Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney explore a packed lineup of Xbox titles set to make waves at Gamescom, a potential Halo: ODST crossover with the upcoming Helldivers 2 release, Rod Fergusson leaving Microsoft (again), and more.
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XBOX CASUALS EPISODE 48: Xbox Partners with AMD for Next Generation and Library Compatibility
On this episode of Xbox Casuals, Josh Finney and Corey Dirrig break down Xbox’s new AMD partnership, the wave of Microsoft layoffs—including the sudden cancellation of Project Blackbird—rumors of classic IP revivals, and what they’ve been playing.
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No, Phil Spencer is Not Retiring from Xbox
After a flurry of rumors earlier today, Microsoft has confirmed in a statement Thursday that CEO of Gaming Phil Spencer is not planning to retire anytime soon.
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BREAKING: Perfect Dark Cancelled after Microsoft Closes The Initiative
Microsoft has confirmed the closure of The Initiative, the Xbox game studio established in 2018 to lead high-profile projects like Perfect Dark. The news follows earlier reports that Perfect Dark was in danger, and now it’s official—the game is cancelled, and the studio is being shut down.
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Xbox Hit by New Wave of Layoffs as Microsoft Begins to Restructure their Gaming Division
Microsoft is cutting more jobs across its Xbox divisions, starting with staff from Activision’s King team and Bethesda’s ZeniMax marketing group. Xbox head Phil Spencer said the move is meant to help the company focus on key growth areas and work more efficiently.
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Boss Rush Banter: Avowed Is a Fantastic Addition to Game Pass and a Big Win for Xbox
For those looking for a thrilling RPG with loads of customization options, deep storytelling, and exciting combat, Avowed is the clear choice.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 227: What’s happening at Xbox? Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin Close
This week, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein discuss the insane chaos at Xbox and their seemingly poor management of studios, why gamers argue over the dumbest things, and more.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EXTRA: Xbox Summer Showcase and Starfield Direct Reactions and Breakdown
This week, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down Sunday’s Xbox Summer Showcase and Starfield Direct, which delivered a strong lineup that didn’t disappoint.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 167: Xbox Finally a Concept of a Plan for Its First Party Games
This week, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov, and Jesse Douglas discuss the Xbox Developer_Direct, Hi-Fi Rush, Redfall, Forza, and how Xbox’s roadmap is finally taking shape after years of anticipation.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 166: Ubisoft’s Financial Stuggles, More Layoffs at Microsoft, and 343 Industries Leadership Changes with Danomak
This week, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov, and Jesse Douglas are joined by YouTuber and Content Creator Danomak to talk about what’s happening at Ubisoft, as well as the hit Xbox and 343 Industries have taken during Microsoft’s recent round of layoffs.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 159: Xbox’s Continued Lack of First Party Content, PlayStation VR2, and the Rise and Fall of Netflix
This week, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins discuss Microsoft’s continued lack of first-party output, whether PlayStation VR2 is really a good idea, and the rise and fall of Netflix and other streaming services.
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Xbox’s Activision Blizzard Acquisition Closer to Approval
The biggest acquisition in the gaming industry inches closer to approval.
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Fable Finds A New Narrative Lead
PlayGround Games has a new lead for narration amid undergoing development changes for Fable 4.
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Jerry Hook leaves Halo Infinite and Microsoft
Lead designer for Halo Infinite thanks the gaming industry during departure.
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Could Xbox Game Pass Actually Be Hurting Sales?
Former Xbox exec Ed Fries speaks candidly about Xbox’s premier gaming service.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 31: The Xbox Culture, Content Creation, and Branding with MC Fixer from My Xbox and Me
This week, Corey Dirrig, Edward Varnell, and Jesse Douglas are joined by MC Fixer from My Xbox and Me, discussing long term content creation, streaming, Sony’s remote play survey, branding, and games with new genres.
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NX SHOW EPISODE 17: Gears 5 and The Spoilers That Follow
Edward and Ray are the Dynamic Duo on The NX Show this week as they talk about the week in games, Gears 5, and a spoiler filled conversation after the main show.
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NX SHOW EPISODE 16: Gears 5 on Xbox One is Blowing Us Away, Here’s Why
Corey Dirrig, Jesse Douglas, and Ray Apollo discuss Gears 5 and how it has changed the course of the series for them. They also talk about the downward spiral of GameStop, Astral Chain’s NPD Top 10 appearance, and more.
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