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June 4, 2026

Xbox’s Next First-Party Release Is Age Of Empires: Mobile For PC

The Xbox Games Showcase will feature the first-party release for the month, including titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day, expected between July and September. A notable announcement is the introduction of Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition, which adapts the mobile strategy game for PC with large-scale battles, alliance warfare, and optimized controls. The PC Edition offers additional gameplay options for mobile users and serves as an entry point for newcomers. It will launch later this month and is included in the June Xbox Game Pass guide, featuring optimized mouse control, keyboard navigation, a refined user interface, and enhanced 4K visuals.

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June 3, 2026

Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, Beastro, Undisputed, and More

Herdling (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – June 4, available with Game Pass Premium. Total Chaos (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – June 4, included with Game Pass Premium. Solarpunk (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – June 8, available on day one with XBOX Game Pass. Undisputed (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – June 8, available through Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. Persona 5 Royal (Cloud, Console, and PC) – June 9, available with Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. Beastro (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – June 11, available through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Frog Sqwad (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – June 11, available with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions (Game Preview) (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – June 11, available day one on XBOX Game Pass. Junkster (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – June 16, available on day one with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Batman: Arkham Knight (PC, Handheld) – May 16, part of the XBOX on PC lineup. Escape the Backrooms (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – May 28, available through Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. EA Sports UFC 6: EA Play Early Access Trial (Console) – Coming June 12, includes a 10-hour trial and progress carryover. Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege: Blitz Bushido Set (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Available now, includes exclusive skins for a limited time. Leaving June 15: - Jurassic World Evolution 2 (Cloud, Console, and PC) - Lost in Random: The Eternal Die (Cloud, Console, and PC) - Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (Cloud, Console, and PC) - Warhammer 40K Space Marine: Master Crafted Edition (Cloud, Console, and PC) - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge (Cloud, Console, and PC)

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June 2, 2026

Tune into XBOX Games Showcase June 7

On June 7, the XBOX Games Showcase will take place, celebrating 25 years of XBOX. The event will feature world premieres, new gameplay mechanics, and updates on existing franchises. Following the Showcase, there will be a streaming event for Gears of War: E-Day Direct. Details on how to watch will be provided on XBOX Wire.

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May 29, 2026

Fable 4 is delayed into 2027 and we all know why

The release of Fable has been postponed to February 2027. Microsoft initially denied rumors of a delay to avoid competition with Grand Theft Auto 6, but later acknowledged the crowded game release landscape. The company stated that the postponement is to ensure Fable receives the attention it deserves. Fable has been in development since at least 2019, a decade after Fable 3 was released.

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May 29, 2026

Fable gets pushed back into 2027, but we’re at least getting a “major new look” at it at the Xbox Games Showcase

Xbox has announced that the release of Fable has been delayed to February 2027, originally planned for 2025 and then for this year. The delay was made to ensure the game receives the necessary attention and to avoid competition with other major titles during the busy holiday season. Xbox will provide more details about Fable at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.

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May 28, 2026

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is official – and this time there’s no Xbox Game Pass free option, but it will be on Nintendo Switch 2

Activision has announced the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on October 5, which will be available on Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This game will not be included in the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at launch, requiring players on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Switch 2 to purchase it outright. The game features a narrative with high-stakes scenarios and intense combat in locations like Korea, New York, Paris, and Mumbai, along with 12 core multiplayer maps at launch. The development is led by Infinity Ward and Beenox, with gameplay mechanics optimized for PC. Further details are expected during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.

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May 17, 2026

Capcom Games Sell More on PC Than on Consoles, and Almost All Sales Are Digital

Capcom's PC sales surpassed console sales for the third consecutive year, with 32.17 million copies sold on PC compared to 22.76 million on consoles during the 2025 fiscal year, which ended on March 31. The company sold nearly 60 million games, exceeding expectations by five million copies. In 2022, PC sales accounted for 52% of Capcom's total game sales. Capcom's success is attributed to strategic pricing, including discounts and promotions for PC gamers. The company also incorporates generative AI for tasks like error checking and data analysis in game development.

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May 14, 2026

Summer Game Fest 2026 schedule and all the other summer showcases full of gaming announcements you won’t want to miss

As summer approaches, numerous video game showcases are scheduled, including the return of the PC Gaming Show. A comprehensive schedule of events includes: - Six One Indie Showcase: May 21, YouTube - Access-Ability Showcase: June 5, 8 am Pacific / 4 pm BST, YouTube - Summer Game Fest: June 5, 2 pm Pacific / 10 pm BST, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok - Day of the Devs: June 5, following SGF, YouTube - Wholesome Direct: June 6, 9 am Pacific / 5 pm BST, YouTube - Future Games Show: June 6, 12 pm Pacific / 8 pm BST, YouTube, Twitch - Xbox Games Showcase: June 7, 10 am Pacific / 6 pm BST, YouTube, Twitch - PC Gaming Show: June 7, 12 pm Pacific / 8 pm BST, YouTube, Twitch - Black Voices in Gaming: Day/time TBA, YouTube, Twitch - Women-Led Games: Day/time TBA, YouTube, Twitch Unconfirmed showcases include Sony's State of Play, typically held in late May or early June, and Nintendo Direct, which may not participate this year. There is speculation about a gameplay reveal for GTA 6 during the summer showcases, but Rockstar Games may choose to announce it discreetly after the major events.

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May 9, 2026

Xbox Launches New Free PC Game Perfect For Achievement Hunters

Xbox gamers on PC can now access a new free game called Microsoft Jewel, a sliding puzzle game from Xbox Game Studios. The game allows players to fill a meter and collect Bonus Jewels by making matches, creating Power Jewels, and clearing jewels from the board. It does not require Xbox Game Pass, but having it eliminates ads during gameplay. Players can unlock achievements in the game, which contribute to their gamerscore and can earn them points through the Xbox Rewards Hub. These points can be exchanged for in-store credit vouchers, and players with both Xbox and PC can earn double the points.

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April 27, 2026

Xbox’s 50 Free Games For PC Owners Offer Comes With A Massive Catch

Asha Sharma, the new Head of Gaming at Microsoft, is leading a transformation of the Xbox Game Pass, which includes a 23 percent reduction in subscription price. However, the popular game Call of Duty will no longer be available as a 'day one' title on the service. The restructuring aims to address perceptions that the Ultimate Tier is too expensive and will introduce additional subscription tiers, including a 'Starter Edition' for PC players. This new tier is expected to offer ten hours of cloud gaming monthly and access to over 50 games, but it will not include online multiplayer capabilities, disappointing many players. The changes may reflect a shift in the approach to online multiplayer as cloud gaming becomes more prevalent.