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Follow Xbox Series X|S coverage spanning new game announcements, release dates, patches, technical issues, Game Pass developments and wider platform updates across Microsoft's current generation console lineup.
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Latest Xbox Series X|S stories, releases and platform changes.
FortniteOverwatch
Fortnite's long-rumored Overwatch crossover is set to begin on May 14. Epic's teaser points to D.Va as the first confirmed skin, while other reported heroes remain unconfirmed.
PlayStation 5Xbox Series X|SNintendo Switch
Nitro Gen Omega has reached its full 1.0 release after Steam Early Access, with PlayStation's launch trailer putting the mecha tactical RPG back in front of console players. The game is out on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC.
SteamPlayStation 5Xbox Series X|S
Abiotic Factor's Cosmic Companions update is live as a free 1.3.0 patch, bringing Pets 2.0, chemistry crafting, a new portal world and a long list of new items.
ForzaForza Horizon
Forza Horizon 6 will give pre-launch buyers an exclusive pre-tuned Ferrari J50, a nod to Ferrari's Japan anniversary car. The bonus applies to any edition and the Premium Upgrade before launch.
PhasmophobiaAlan Wake
Phasmophobia by Alan Wake is live on Xbox Series X|S until June 2. The limited-time event brings Alan Wake 2-inspired atmosphere to Kinetic Games' co-op ghost-hunting game.
Genshin Impact
Genshin Impact Version Luna VII launches May 20, adding Nicole Reeyn, Lohen and Prune as new playable characters. The update also sends players back to Sumeru for a new Archon Quest and a major new threat.
R-Type
R-Type Dimensions III is coming to Xbox Series X|S on May 19. The remake of R-Type III: The Third Lightning adds co-op, stage select, visual switching and a newly recorded soundtrack.
Xbox Series X|SXbox Game Pass
Outbound is available now on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud and Xbox Game Pass. The cozy open-world game lets players build a home on wheels, explore landmarks and adopt a dog companion.
Overwatch
Overwatch Anniversary 2026 begins May 12 and runs through June 1. Blizzard is lining up launch hero skins, Anniversary Loot Boxes, 2D cosmetics, weapon charms and exclusive titles for the 10-year celebration.
Gears of War
Gears of War: E-Day appears as a sponsor for WWE and Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide's September Triplemanía event. The timing has sparked release-window speculation, but Xbox has not confirmed anything beyond 2026.
Xbox Series X|SXbox Game Pass
Discord Nitro members are getting a starter edition of Xbox Game Pass in eligible regions. Xbox Game Pass subscribers will also receive Discord Nitro perks later this month.
The Dark Pictures Anthology
Directive 8020 launches May 12 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, giving Supermassive Games a deep-space horror story with real-time threats, mimic paranoia and couch co-op.
