Microsoft
Microsoft is one of the leading hardware and software tech-oriented companies in the world. The company’s famous operating system, Windows for PC, is a major player in the entertainment, productivity, and video games industry. When it comes to exploring the world of video games, Microsoft, since the last two decades, has invested heavily into the Xbox brand. So far, the tech giant has released five video game consoles under the Xbox brand, including the Original Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox One X, and Xbox Series X/S. Microsoft’s lineup of video game consoles rivals directly with the world-class Japanese brand Sony PlayStation consoles. The competition between the two behemoth companies is chiefly in the field of outselling more number of console units and wining the console-generation war since the early 2000s. So, we at eXputer have dedicated resources to produce content ranging from news, guides, tier lists, reviews, and more about Microsoft and its subsidiary companies.
- Year Founded: April 4, 1975
- Founders: Bill Gates, Paul Allen
- Subsidiaries: Xbox Game Studios, 343 Games, Playground Games
- CEO: Satya Nadella
- Industry
The Microsoft-Activision Deal Has Been Approved In Japan
The JFTC has revealed that the Microsoft-Activision deal has been approved in Japan, saying it does not restrict competition.
- News
US Congressmen Allege Sony Is Hurting Xbox In Japan
A bipartisan group of congressmen alleges that Sony is actively working to keep Xbox out of the Japanese market.
- News
Microsoft Has A 70% Chance Of Closing The Activision Deal, Says Citigroup
Wall Street believes Microsoft is more likely to close the Activision Blizzard deal after findings from UK's regulatory authorities.
- Industry
Microsoft-Activision Buyout Will “Not Result in a Substantial Lessening of Competition,” Says CMA
UK's CMA believes that the Microsoft-Activision deal will not harm the console market. It may likely approve the deal in the future.
- Industry
Microsoft’s EU Remedies Don’t Mention Sony, Only Cloud Streaming Rivals
Microsoft's proposed remedies to acquire the EU's seal of approval surprisingly don't mention Sony and only concern cloud streaming rivals.
- Tech
Microsoft To Release Its Mobile Games Store By Next Year
Phil Spencer has recently stated that its upcoming mobile games store will ensure to compete with giants the likes of Google and Apple.
- Games
Microsoft’s FTC Documents Mention A PS5 Superman Game
In an FTC document filed by Microsoft's lawyers, a small tidbit begets the possibility of a Superman game on the PS5.
- News
Sony Asks The UK To Force Microsoft To Sell Call of Duty
Sony has asked UK authorities to consider forcing Microsoft to divest the Call of Duty franchise for the Activision deal to go through.
- News
Microsoft Insists Game Pass Prices Will Not Increase Due To The Merger
In a response to the CMA findings from last month, Microsoft has quelled any doubts regarding a possible price increase for Xbox Game Pass.
- News
Microsoft Claims It Can Make Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 Run Smoothly On Switch
Microsoft has argued it can make Warzone 2 run smoothly on Nintendo Switch in its response to the UK Regulator's remedies notice.
- News
PlayStation Boss Says He Wants To Block Microsoft’s Acquisition Of Activision Blizzard
PlayStation boss Jim Ryan seeks to stop the proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft over concerns over the COD franchise.
- Games
Forza Horizon 5 Launches The Horizon Wilds Takeover Series With New Update
The Horizon Wild Series update for Forza Horizon 5 launched on February 28 and brought a host of new features, cars, and bug fixes with it.
- News
Phil Spencer: Making Xbox Relevant On Mobile Is The “Real Strategic Angle” Behind Activision Deal
Speaking to Xbox On, Phil Spencer said the real strategic angle behind the Microsoft-Activision merger is to gain relevancy on mobile.
- Industry
Video Game Ports For Xbox Are Possibly Being Ignored By Developers
Developers might be ignoring video game ports for Xbox platforms in favor of PlayStation as recent games fail to meet acceptable standards.
- Industry
Console Manufacturers Will Switch To 3-4 Year Upgrade Cycles Like PCs, Says CMA
One report submitted to the CMA says that console manufacturers are moving from 8–10-year cycles to PC-esque 3-4-year upgrade cycles.
- Industry
Sony Claims Its AAA Exclusives Are Not Profitable
Sony claims that its first-party exclusives are not profitable, citing the importance of third-party revenue for innovative technologies.
- News
Microsoft-Activision Merger Isn’t A Necessity For Xbox Long-Term, Says Analyst
Karol Severin, a senior games analyst at MIDiA Research, said that Xbox will continue to exist even if the acquisition doesn't go through.
- Game Settings
Best Windows 10 Settings/Optimization For Gaming
This Windows 10 optimization guide aims to boost your PC's performance through several tweaks and enhancements for gaming.
- Industry
China Likely Next In Line To Approve The Microsoft-Activision Merger
The Microsoft-Activision merger is likely to arrive at a turning point as China seemingly prepares to approve the deal in the coming days.
- Industry
Sony’s Marketing Deal With Call Of Duty Is Ending Next Year
The deal allowing Sony to market Call of Duty is expiring in 2024, with Brad Smith also saying Microsoft's new offer is even better.
