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Court orders Microsoft to restore Xbox account, pay $400
A Brazilian court has ordered Microsoft to restore a gamer's suspended Xbox account and his entire digital game library, awarding him approximately $400 in damages.
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- Court orders Microsoft to restore Xbox account, pay $400
- id Software confirms operations after Xbox layoffs
- EU says it cannot force Sony to keep PlayStation discs
- NVIDIA releases free GeForce Trading Cards Series 1
- GTA 6 Trailer Speculation Peaks for August 7 Earnings Call
- Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Sets Steam Record
- Nvidia to launch RTX 5090 SE between 5080 and 5090
- Razer releases Cinnamoroll edition wireless gaming headset
- Ubisoft's Black Flag remake hits 2 M copies, DLC backlash
- Bethesda union plans July 15 protests over Xbox layoffs
- Palworld 1.0 Launch Draws Over 500,000 Steam Players
- John Carmack Reacts to Id Software Layoffs
id Software confirms operations after Xbox layoffs
In the wake of significant layoffs across Microsoft's Xbox division, id Software has issued a public statement affirming its continued operation and commitment to developing games and technology.
EU says it cannot force Sony to keep PlayStation discs
European Union officials have indicated they lack the legal authority to compel Sony to reverse its decision to cease production of physical PlayStation game discs, a policy set to take effect in January 2028.
NVIDIA releases free GeForce Trading Cards Series 1
NVIDIA has launched a free series of collectible trading cards celebrating its history in PC gaming, a move seen as an effort to reconnect with its core gaming audience.
GTA 6 Trailer Speculation Peaks for August 7 Earnings Call
With the November 19, 2026, release date for Grand Theft Auto VI now just over four months away, intense speculation has shifted to when developer Rockstar Games will release its next major marketing piece, widely antici...
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Sets Steam Record
The highly anticipated remake "Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced" launched on July 9, 2026, to strong commercial success but immediate controversy over technical issues and a substantial array of day-one downloadable...
Nvidia to launch RTX 5090 SE between 5080 and 5090
Nvidia is reportedly developing a new graphics card, tentatively called the GeForce RTX 5090 SE, to fill a performance gap in its high-end lineup.
Razer releases Cinnamoroll edition wireless gaming headset
Razer has launched a new wireless gaming headset featuring the popular Sanrio character Cinnamoroll, completing a themed collection of gaming accessories. The Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT Cinnamoroll Edition, priced at $139.
Ubisoft's Black Flag remake hits 2 M copies, DLC backlash
Ubisoft's remake of the classic pirate adventure "Assassins Creed Black Flag Resynced" has achieved a major commercial success since its launch on July 9, 2026, but its reception among players has been divided by a signi...
Bethesda union plans July 15 protests over Xbox layoffs
Unionized employees at Bethesda Game Studios are planning coordinated protests next week in response to a wave of layoffs across Microsoft's Xbox division that has eliminated hundreds of positions at the company's ZeniMa...
Palworld 1.0 Launch Draws Over 500,000 Steam Players
The video game Palworld has officially launched its full 1.0 version, marking its exit from a two-and-a-half-year Early Access period and sparking a major resurgence in its player base.
John Carmack Reacts to Id Software Layoffs
John Carmack, the co-founder of legendary game developer id Software, has responded to massive layoffs at his former studio, expressing sadness but a pragmatic understanding of the business realities behind the decision.
Marvel and Sony unveil panels at San Diego Comic-Con 2026
Sony Interactive Entertainment and Marvel Entertainment will be major presences at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, with a slate of video game panels and a highly anticipated return for Marvel Studios to the convention's larges...
Ubisoft Barcelona Lays Off 51 Workers After Game Release
Ubisoft laid off 51 employees at its Barcelona studio on July 9, the same day the studio's latest project, "Assassins Creed Black Flag Resynced," was released.
EA Sports College Football 27 adds microtransactions
The latest installment of the popular college football video game series, EA Sports College Football 27, launched worldwide on July 9, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and for the first time, on mobile devic...
Mortal Shell II set for August 20 release on PC, PS5, Xbox
The action-RPG sequel Mortal Shell II will launch on August 20, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, developer Cold Symmetry and publisher Playstack have announced.
Call of Duty Black Ops 1 & 2 Launch on PS4/PS5 at $40 Each
Two classic first-person shooters, Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II, are now available for purchase on the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Major Gameplay Trailer Released
Bandai Namco and developer Dimps have released a major new gameplay trailer for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, showcasing the upcoming action RPG's mechanics and setting while also concluding the decade-long story of its prede...
Nintendo Switch Online adds four classic Game Boy titles
Nintendo has added four classic handheld titles to its Nintendo Switch Online subscription service, expanding the retro libraries available to subscribers.
Sony to end PlayStation disc production in 2028
Sony's plan to end production of physical PlayStation game discs in January 2028 is facing significant public backlash, but industry analysts widely agree the company is unlikely to reverse its decision.
