News & Reviews:   Xbox

Microsoft is now introducing a special edition Xbox Series X25 in conjunction with the console brand's 25th anniversary. Here's a quick overview of what it brings to the table

If you're a gamer with plenty of funds to splurge, here's a piece of news you might be interested in. ASUS had lots of products to show off at this week's Computex 2026, and among them is the ROG XBOX Ally X20 bundle. Does it offer anything new or interesting? Let's find out.

A potential crossover between two of the biggest subscription ecosystems in tech and entertainment has sparked interest online, after reports surfaced that Microsoft’s Xbox and Netflix have previously explored ideas around a bundled offering. The discussion, however, is still very early and unofficial, with no confirmed product or partnership announced at this stage.

According to The Verge, Microsoft has officially started using “XBOX” in all caps for its gaming brand after a recent fan poll by Xbox executive Asha Sharma. The change first appeared on the brand’s official X account on 15 May 2026, where most voters chose the all-caps version over the traditional “Xbox” styling. That said, what should you know about it?

Discord has officially introduced a new subscriber programme called Nitro Rewards, adding a range of third-party gaming benefits and discounts to its premium Nitro membership service. The new initiative expands the value of Discord Nitro by bundling perks from major gaming brands, including Xbox, Logitech G, SteelSeries, and KontrolFreek.

Microsoft has officially scrapped development of its Xbox Copilot AI, marking a significant shift in its gaming strategy under new leadership. The decision was confirmed by Asha Sharma, who has been leading a broader restructuring of the Xbox division since taking over earlier this year.

Recently, Microsoft has continued its commitment to refocusing on gaming after replacing Phil Spencer with Asha Sharma earlier this year. That said, what should you know about it?

Microsoft has announced a major update to Xbox Game Pass, introducing price reductions across key tiers while making a significant change to how blockbuster titles are released on the platform. This even includes the Xbox PC Game Pass in Malaysia, which is back to RM20 per month from RM25 per month last year.

Microsoft is reportedly reassessing its subscription strategy after a leaked internal memo revealed concerns over the current pricing of Xbox Game Pass. According to the report, Xbox’s new Gaming Chief Asha Sharma acknowledged that the service has “become too expensive for players,” signalling potential changes to how Game Pass is structured and priced moving forward.

Recently, during the GDC event, Microsoft announced that the Xbox FSE (Full Screen Experience) will launch as Xbox Mode this April. That said, what should you know about it?