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Union members at Microsoft Xbox held a press conference on June 29 to oppose expected mass layoffs. They argued the company has the resources to avoid cuts and called for stronger protections across all studios.
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Microsoft appears to have paused negotiations for new third-party content on Xbox Game Pass. The move comes as the division undergoes leadership changes and cost adjustments.
Laura Fryer, an original Xbox team member from the 1990s, stated in a new video that her early doubts about Microsoft entering the hardware market are resurfacing after 25 years.
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Halo: Campaign Evolved will require both players to maintain active PlayStation Plus subscriptions for local split-screen play on PS5, even during offline missions. The requirement was detailed in a community Q&A published June 19 on Halo Waypoint. Players must also link Microsoft accounts regardless of platform.
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