Archive - Xbox of The Shortcut

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X update adds a long-awaited graphics mode

Lots of handy quality of life improvements

May 1 • Reece Bithrey

April 2026

Xbox Project Helix price will be affected by the memory crisis, new CEO admits

Even though there's no firm release date or price just yet

Apr 29 • Reece Bithrey

Xbox exclusive games could return, as Microsoft lays out future plans for its gaming division

As part of a grand plan to revive Xbox’s fortunes

Apr 24 • Reece Bithrey

Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Controller and Headset: price, pre-order and release date

Enjoy this special design for the latest Horizon title

Apr 22 • Reece Bithrey

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gets a surprise price cut, but at the expense of Call of Duty

Microsoft has backtracked on its previous Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price hike

Apr 22 • Adam Vjestica

Xbox is having ‘big discussions’ about bringing back exclusive games

Could Microsoft U-turn on one of its most controversial decisions?

Apr 15 • Adam Vjestica

Xbox Game Pass ‘has become too expensive for players’, says new CEO in leaked memo

New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma believes Microsoft’s subscription model doesn’t offer enough value

Apr 14 • Adam Vjestica

Xbox Achievements are getting a much-needed overhaul, as Microsoft continues to implement fan feedback

One change has taken years to arrive

Apr 9 • Adam Vjestica

March 2026

Xbox Games Showcase returns June 7, with a focus on Gears of War: E-Day

And more are coming to celebrate Xbox’s 25th anniversary

Mar 30 • Reece Bithrey

Xbox Partner Preview: how to watch and what to expect

Get ready for games, games, games!

Mar 24 • Adam Vjestica

Xbox Series X is up to 50% off right now – but there’s a catch

Are you one of the lucky ones?

Mar 23 • Adam Vjestica

A new Xbox update is adding a feature we've been demanding to see for years

Color me surprised

Mar 19 • Reece Bithrey

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