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gaming3 days ago•6 min saved

Escape the Backrooms expands cross-play to Switch 2 via Game Pass

Escape the Backrooms, a popular day-one Xbox Game Pass co-op title, has launched on Nintendo Switch 2 with full cross-play across Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam, and PS5, allowing Game Pass subscribers to play with Switch 2 friends. The Switch 2 version supports cross-platform play with all supported systems, and the game remains a top Game Pass debut in 2026, though the Completionist achievement is currently unobtainable until a future update.

via TrueAchievements|

#cross-platform #cross-play #escape-the-backrooms

technology10 days ago•4 min saved

Nearby attackers can crash AirDrop and Quick Share, researchers warn

Researchers disclosed six local flaws in AirDrop and Quick Share that let nearby attackers crash the receiving devices or bypass session checks. Apple and Google have begun patching these flaws (Apple has assigned a CVE; Google fixed the Windows Quick Share bug; Samsung’s issues are under investigation). The exploits are local (about 10–30 meters or on the same LAN) and affect macOS/iOS, Samsung Quick Share, and Windows Quick Share. Users should update to the latest OS and adjust AirDrop to Contacts Only or disable Everyone, and limit Quick Share visibility when not actively receiving.

via The Hacker News|

#airdrop #cross-platform #cve

technology14 days ago•14 min saved

Tim Sweeney Proposes a Universal Gaming Identity Across Platforms

Tim Sweeney, in a PC Gamer interview, pushes a 'Team Open' concept to unify social and identity layers across Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and PC storefronts, arguing that cross-platform connectivity would reduce friction for players; he likens it to the early email standard, but critics note that services like Discord already offer similar functionality and question the feasibility and business implications of uniting rival ecosystems.

via Kotaku|

#cross-platform #discord #epic-games-store

technology25 days ago•4 min saved

Apple’s Siri iOS 27 overhaul required a ground-up rebuild across devices

Apple explained that the iOS 27 Siri upgrade took longer because the team tore Siri down and rebuilt it on a new foundation, delivering a more capable, privacy-first, cross-device, multimodal assistant across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Watch, Vision Pro, CarPlay and AirPods.

via 9to5Mac|

#ai #apple #cross-platform

gaming26 days ago•6 min saved

Halo Hits PS5, Dominating PS Store Pre-Orders Worldwide

Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 is charting at the top of PS Store pre-order lists in the US, UK, France and Germany ahead of its July 28 launch, with the Premium Edition also ranking highly in several regions, signaling strong anticipation for Master Chief on PlayStation and potentially influencing Microsoft's cross‑platform strategy.

via Push Square|

#cross-platform #gaming #halo

technology28 days ago•1 min saved

Xenoblade Chronicles: four-gen graphics face-off across Nintendo systems

A video comparison shows Xenoblade Chronicles across Wii, 3DS, Switch and Switch 2, illustrating how visuals evolved across generations and highlighting the surprisingly detailed 3DS rendition beside the newer consoles.

via GoNintendo|

#cross-platform #graphics-comparison #nintendo-switch

technology29 days ago•8 min saved

Apple finally enables cross-platform, full-quality photo sharing between iPhone and Android

Apple announced at WWDC26 that iCloud Shared Albums will support cross-platform sharing with full-resolution photos this fall, letting non‑iPhone users view and contribute directly. It closes a long-standing gap with Google Photos and, while not yet parity in all aspects, it signals a more open approach to photo sharing across ecosystems.

via PhoneArena|

#android #cross-platform #full-resolution

gaming1 month ago•6 min saved

Xbox’s Exclusive Comeback Becomes a Case-by-Case Mystery

Microsoft’s return to Xbox exclusives is here with Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution, described by executives as not timed and unlikely to land on rival consoles. Yet many future titles remain multiplatform and will be decided on a case-by-case basis, a strategy underscored by cross‑platform moves like Starfield and Indiana Jones on PS5 and ongoing live-service plans. The company insists the goal is to reward long-time fans while growing Xbox, but the overall exclusivity strategy remains murky and open to interpretation as profits and platform reach pressures persist.

via The Verge|

#clockwork-revolution #cross-platform #exclusives

gaming1 month ago•2 min saved

RuneScape Goes Console: Dragonwilds Arrives on Xbox This September

RuneScape: Dragonwilds, a new open-world survival crafting title, is coming to Xbox Series X|S on September 15, 2026, marking the franchise’s first console release. Players explore the undiscovered continent of Ashenfall, gather, build, and craft solo or with up to four friends, battle classic RuneScape creatures, and confront the Dragon Queen Kuldra, all while cross-platform play connects Xbox players with the broader RuneScape community.

via XBOX Wire|

#ashenfall #cross-platform #dragonwilds

games1 month ago•7 min saved

Pokemon Champions Arrives on Mobile with Cross-Platform Play on June 17

Pokemon Champions is launching for iOS and Android on June 17, adding cross‑platform play with Nintendo Switch and a limited‑time Raichu rewards promo; it previously released on Switch on April 8 and offers Ranked, Casual, and Private Battles, with Pokemon HOME integration to team up with familiar Pokémon.

via Gematsu|

#cross-platform #free-to-play #games

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Pokémon Champions Lands on Mobile June 17 With Raichu Mega Evolutions and Cross‑Platform Play

The Pokémon Company International announced Pokémon Champions will launch on iOS and Android on June 17, with preregistration available. The mobile release supports cross‑platform play with Nintendo Switch, and a Raichu‑focused in‑game event runs June 17–Sept 2, offering Raichu, Raichunite X/Y and Mega Stones to Mega Evolve into Mega Raichu X or Y. New abilities Electric Surge and No Guard enhance Mega Raichu X and Y, while the game remains free‑to‑play with optional purchases and cross‑save via Nintendo Account.

via Pokemon Press|

#cross-platform #mega-evolution #megastones

technology1 month ago•8 min saved

Google Expands Quick Share to More Android Phones, Brings AirDrop-Style Interop with iPhone

Google is expanding its Quick Share feature to a wider range of Android devices (including Samsung Galaxy S26/S25/S24 lines and Pixel 10/9/8a) and enabling AirDrop‑like file transfers with iPhones, iPads, and Macs. On Android, enable 'Share with Apple devices'; on iPhone, set AirDrop to 'Everyone for 10 minutes'. Non‑compatible Androids can also share via a cloud-backed QR code. Google also plans to broaden support to devices like Motorola Razr Fold 2026, OPPO Find X8 series, and HONOR Magic8 Pro soon; Quick Share debuted in November 2025.

via MacRumors|

#airdrop #android #cross-platform

technology1 month ago•8 min saved

Windows 11 in the cloud: Windows 365 brings Cloud PCs to Mac, iPad, Android, and Windows

Microsoft's Windows 365 Cloud PC streams Windows 11 from its data centers to a browser or the Windows app on any device (PC, Mac, iPad, Android, iOS). In a test, a 2 vCPU/8 GB RAM/126 GB config performed like a local PC but RAM pressure and latency to the data center matter; setup is easiest for those with a Microsoft 365 admin account, and a one-month trial is offered with promo pricing. Real-world use works well for hybrid/remote work and device flexibility, but the cost is premium and online-only; offline work isn’t supported, and the most affordable plans still add up for businesses.

via ZDNET|

#cloud-pc #cross-platform #microsoft

technology1 month ago•16 min saved

Xbox Lets PS5 Logos Fly, Then Reverses Course as New CEO Signals Change

Microsoft’s Xbox Showcase is expected to display PS5 logos, but new CEO Asha Sharma labeled the move a “miss” and signaled future changes, contradicting Matt Booty’s earlier insistence that platform logos would be clear, highlighting leadership tension over cross‑platform publishing as PS5 versions of Halo: Campaign Evolved and Fable are already noted for day‑and‑date releases.

via Push Square|

#cross-platform #leadership #logos

gaming1 month ago•86 min saved

Cross-platform logos spark debate as Xbox signals multiplatform reveals at showcase

Microsoft will reveal during the Xbox Games Showcase when its titles are coming to other platforms such as PS5, a stance that has sparked fan debate over exclusivity. Xbox executives defended the approach, with Matt Booty saying the team will clearly indicate platform availability. After backlash, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma acknowledged the misstep and said improvements would be made for future shows. The discussion touches on ongoing calls for more Xbox exclusives, coupled with concerns like RAM shortages affecting console supply, and notes like the Fable reboot being delayed to 2027.

via Windows Central|

#cross-platform #gaming #microsoft