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Microsoft disputed claims that GTA 6 is eight times more pre-ordered on PS5 than Xbox, saying IGN Finds data isn’t representative and urging people to wait for official figures; GTA 6 is releasing on November 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Rockstar says starting June 18, GTA V on PS4 or the digital Xbox One edition can upgrade to the PS5/Xbox Series X/S version for free, with save data and Online progress transferable; PC players can upgrade to the Enhanced Edition for free, which includes PC-exclusive features like ray-traced ambient occlusion and global illumination, in addition to the console upgrades. Some view this as a sign GTA Online may eventually end on older consoles, even as GTA VI's November 19 release remains on track and its marketing ramps up.
Halo: Campaign Evolved is climbing PS5 pre-orders after the reveal that the Unreal Engine 5 remake is coming to PlayStation, suggesting Xbox's exclusive strategy could be challenged as the game gains momentum across major markets and fans debate cross‑platform releases for Xbox IPs.
Before the 2026 Summer Xbox Games Showcase, rumors swirled that Gears of War: E-Day could also release on PS5. Xbox announced the game would be an Xbox Series X/S and PC exclusive on October 6, 2026, despite reports from outlets like The Verge and Bloomberg about a last‑minute PS5 version. The Coalition said they never publicly discussed a PS5 release, and while some promo art and listings sparked speculation, official messaging remains that E‑Day is Xbox‑exclusive at launch.
Gears of War: E-Day, a 14-years-earlier prequel focusing on Marcus Fenix and the new Bravo Squad, was revealed during the Xbox Games Showcase and will launch October 6, 2026 as a platform exclusive for Xbox Series X/S and PC. The game showcases Unreal Engine 5-powered visuals, 4K native HDR10, 60 FPS in campaign (with 120 FPS in multiplayer), and supports 4-player online co-op and 2-player splitscreen, with new gameplay mechanics and environmental storytelling in the ruined city of Kalona.
Funcom confirms Dune: Awakening will launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in September without crossplay, citing technical and resource constraints; Xbox players can still play with Windows PC Store copies. The September update will bring the game’s first major narrative arc and the new single-player mode to all platforms on day one, with more crossplay details to be shared in a forthcoming livestream (no date yet).
Bethesda will bring native PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions of Fallout 76 with 60 FPS targets, improved draw distances and shadows, and 4K support on Series X and PS5 Pro. Base PS5 outputs 1440p and Series S runs at 1080p. Public testing begins in June via the Fallout 76: Infestations patch, with a final update planned for later this summer if testing succeeds. Save compatibility isn’t officially detailed, but major changes aren’t expected to require new saves, and crossplay remains under consideration but not yet confirmed.
Cyan Worlds is releasing remakes of Myst and its sequel Riven for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and the Microsoft Store, including PS VR2 support, ray-traced reflections, and a 60fps Performance Mode. PS5 Pro Enhanced options and a Power Saver mode are included, Xbox supports 4K and HDR, and both titles will cost $35 with a May 19 launch (Myst is already purchasable on Xbox Series X/S).
Eurogamer reports a free Final Fantasy VII Rebirth demo is available now on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with progression carry-over to the full game when it launches on June 3 for Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S; the demo is 45GB on Switch 2 and 91GB on Xbox, includes the first two chapters and early game sections, plus new progression options, and bonus items ('kupo charm' and 'survival set') if you bring demo save data.
In the Invincible Vs Open Beta on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S at 1080p, PS5 shows higher input lag (about 60.36ms or 3.62 frames) than the Xbox Series X (47.97ms, 2.88 frames) and Series S (48.45ms, 2.91 frames); PC beta is unavailable, so the gap is small and players can pick based on preference. The beta runs with 10 of 18 characters, with Universa and The Immortal as DLC and two additional fighters planned for Fall/Winter 2026.
Hades 2 arrives on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox Game Pass on April 14 after launching on Switch/Switch 2 and PC; PS4 and Xbox One are skipped, with Melinoë leading a roguelike sequel.
Pearl Abyss details Crimson Desert's console performance ahead of its March 19 launch: PS5 and Xbox Series X/S offer three modes—Performance (1080p/60, VRR uncapped, RTLow), Balanced (upscaled 4K from 1280p, ~40 FPS, no RT changes), and Quality (4K/30, High RT); PS5 Pro bumps fidelity with native 4K and higher RT options, plus potential 48+ FPS via VRR in Balanced; Xbox Series S is limited to 720p/40 FPS with no RT, while Quality improves to 1080p/30 RT. The developer also covers supported peripherals (ROG Xbox Ally/X) and notes Steam Deck support is unconfirmed as launch approaches on PC, Mac, and consoles.
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass now includes a remastered version of Fallout 3 for free on Xbox Series X|S, delivering higher resolution visuals, smoother performance, and faster load times without a full remake; it’s an enhanced backward-compatibility upgrade available to Game Pass subscribers to download and play.
Forza Horizon 6 unveils the series’ biggest open world, set in Japan with a mix of rural and urban areas, including a Tokyo City five times larger than previous cities. The game features over 550 cars, new garages, open-world car meets, and a balance of performance classes, plus accessibility improvements. It launches May 19, 2026 on Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a PlayStation 5 release coming later this year.
Fable (2026) has its release window announced at the Xbox Developer Direct, targeting an Autumn 2026 launch on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. The open-world RPG from Playground Games will feature a Living Population system and morality-based choices as players explore Albion.