The pre-load for Final Fantasy 7 Remake is available now on Xbox, and you are going to need some time to download it all.

IOI have revealed the '007 First Light' PC Specifications and a little more about the tech with NVIDIA in a new Developer Diary. Details:

Amazon MGM Studios have confirmed a number of actors for the upcoming Tomb Raider TV series, which will be landing on Prime Video. Details:

While Netflix's 'Stranger Things' has come to end in its current form, fans of the series can still get their Hawkins-associated fix. Vecna, Dustin and Eleven are set to appear in Dead by Daylight: Stranger Things Chapter 2. Details:

In today's episode of Xbox Era Headlines, which aired on January 6th, we discussed how incredible 2026 looks for games, Game Pass' first drop, and a whole lot more.

Time for the first episode of #HEADLINES for 2026! We catch up on everything that happened over the holidays, and the latest stories in gaming! - Microslop trends online - XCloud hits more TVs - CES news - Game Delays and Cancellations - Industry news youtu.be/7sa6D_snNlA

It's the first Tuesday of 2026, and Xbox Game Pass is adding Resident Evil Village, STAR WARS Outlaws, and more to start off the month.

If you are in need of a new headset, then get yourself over to Amazon sharpish, as the Razer Blackshark V2 Pro is on sale now. Details:

Grasshopper Manufacture have released a new story introduction trailer for their upcoming title Romeo is a Dead Man. Details:

Well, that's pretty, isn't it? Look at how shiny it is! A new NVIDIA trailer showcases Resident Evil Requiem's detailed urban environments. Details:

One of the original co-founders of SEGA passed away on Christmas day in Los Angeles surrounded by his family. Details:

Kicking off gaming events for 2026 with a bit of a surprise - a brand new showcase called 'New Game +' It's set to feature 45 Games, including Crimson Desert, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn and The Eternal Life of Goldman. Interested? Here's the details:

2D Roguelike Brawler ‘Super Alloy Crush’ Sees New Steam Demo 22 January Today, developer Alloy Mushroom has announced that their coming 2D roguelike brawler (with heavy 'Mega Man' inspirations) title 'Super Alloy Crush' will see a brand-new demo on PC via Steam on 22 January. Whether they're…

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles has sold one million copies, per Square Enix.

Two new titles have joined Xbox Game Pass ahead of tomorrow's first wave of 2026, alongside a Ubisoft game joining Game Pass Premium.

Mascot-horror ‘Monterey Jack’ Hits PC & Consoles Early February Developer DangerousBob Studio will be launching their first-person mascot-horror game 'Monterey Jack' on PC via Steam, Xbox Series, and PlayStation 5 consoles on 9 February. Monterey Jack is a game where you're trapped in a cheese…

Own a HiSense TV? It Might Be An Xbox soon thanks to a Xbox Cloud Gaming. Details:

Here's the complete rundown of all the winners from The Steam Awards 2025, as voted for by the Steam community. Details:

8BitDo Unveils Pro-level Wireless “Ultimate 3E Controller” for Q2 2026 Release—TMR Sticks & Swappable Buttons Today, accessory manufacturer 8BitDo unveiled their latest Xbox controller---the "Ultimate 3E Controller", a pro-level all-in-one unit that features TMR-based joysticks, swappable button…

The top 15 video games in North America saw little movement week over week, with GTA moving up and Battlefield 6 dropping over the Christmas period, according to Mat Piscatella of Circana.

Are you eagerly awaiting some new games to play with your Game Pass subscription? Here's what is coming up so far this month. Details:

Let's head back to Night City, live youtu.be/urUbup0aeJc

'Bluey's Quest for the Golden Pen' has us take on the role of the titular blue doggy as she and her little sister Bingo seek to wrest the golden pen from a ruthless foe: their dad! Check out our review of the game right here!

The boys are back! It's a new year, and it looks set to be a good one! Join the usual crew and special guest Jez Corden for the XboxEra Podcast '2026 Predictions Special!" Available to watch/listen to now:

It's a new year and the boys are back to talk video games! This week, we're joined by the lovely @JezCorden in a 2026 'Predictions' Special! Come hang out with us! youtu.be/EnKZk_d0nGw

A hidden gem to start off 2026, live! youtu.be/Oa3FhBj1aAA

If you've got time for a quick play through, now's your chance! These five games are set to leave Xbox Game Pass in January. Details:

Josh Fairhurst has stepped down as CEO of Limited Run Games, and will fully depart the company in March of 2026. Details:

Netmarble's 'Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDIVE' is an enjoyable but flawed action romp featuring the world's edgiest dood and one of the lamer webtoons I've read out there. Check out our review of the game right over here!

With the community vote completed, what did the team behind XboxEra rate as their favourite games of the year? Check it out right here for our official 'Top 10'.

The Community were asked to vote on their favourite games of 2025, and here it is! Game of the Year 2025 | XboxEra Community Vote

It's a star-filled New Year's Eve stream, join us as we say goodbye to 2025 and welcome 2026 in with style youtu.be/aXurix_YmV4

Episode 3 ups the stakes, laying out its hand, with an explosive, head-crushing, and emotional episode that is one of the series' best. https://xboxera.com/2025/12/31/fallout-season-2-episode-3-review-spoilers/

2025 is almost over, but we're still playing The Division 2 on Xbox Series X, live! youtu.be/byZ6rsTwIGk

Our final individual top 10 list of 2025. Here is our Reviews Editor Jesse's top 15 games of 2025. After reviewing over sixty games these were the ones that stood out most for him.

Time for Jon to step up and share his favourite games of 2025 Expect smaller, tighter experiences here with the occasional larger release! Jon's Top 10:

Blue Prince to Silksong to Wuchang to DOOM, this has been an incredible year for games. Find out what Aarsal "SoulBlazerz" thought 2025's best! https://xboxera.com/2025/12/30/game-of-the-year-2025-aarsals-top-10/

Steam has released its list of the 100 top-selling games from January 1st to December 1st in 2025, and Xbox has a title on every tier.

Let's dive with Dave on Xbox Series X youtu.be/kUbzWCloqH4

A surprise for the end of the year! GOG Acquired From CD PROJEKT by Original CoFounder. Details:

Destiny Rising on PC, because we can play what we want, live! youtu.be/-gypULRyRDs

As we move closer to our official staff GOTY 2025 vote, It's time for Gyozo, AKA FairyEmpire, to list his 10 favourites for 2025. Check it out here! https://xboxera.com/2025/12/29/game-of-the-year-2025-gyozos-top-10/

It's Cyberpunksmas with Lucy, live! youtu.be/aZwCI-lz4s4

Next up in our ongoing 'Game of the Year' coverage, Nick steps up and shares his favourites and honourable mentions for 2025. Here's Nicks Top 10 for 2025!

t's that most wonderful time of the year! It's the XboxEra Podcast Episode 294 - "The 6th Annual Grubbsmas Shpeshaltacular" - featuring Giant Bomb's Jeff Grubb! Listen/Watch:

The Xbox Era Podcast - Episode 294 is live. It is our 6th annual Grubbsmas Shpeshaltacular with @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com & @grubb.wtf , live! youtu.be/CI8dpwlLOB4

While our overall staff and community picks are coming later this week, the team still wanted to have their individual say! First up, Genghis shares some his favourites for 2025!

"One of the strangest things about Xbox, particularly in 2025 is not about how it's performed, but how it's discussed. It's written largely by folks that simply don't meaningfully play there." Opinion:

We're falling out over here... live! youtu.be/veJwt4z_Tgo