Microsoft has recommitted to its Xbox Backwards Compatibility Program for its future consoles and confirmed it will return in some form later this year. During its keynote at GDC 2026, where brand new ...

One of the lead developers behind Xbox’s backward compatibility initiative, a 37-year veteran at Microsoft, has been laid off. “I will add my name to the list of people who were laid off today at Xbox ...

Xbox portfolio GM advises indie studios to create their games for current Xbox consoles and PC to be ready for Project Helix Chris Charla says "doing this ensures they'll have a native build on ...

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Microsoft gaming boss Phil Spencer has just ...