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Microsoft has opened the Xbox Game Studios Shop, offering official merchandise from franchises like Halo and Forza. The shop, which launched on May 22, will expand its offerings throughout the year, with new items tied to major gaming moments. Orders from Japan are accepted.

Forza Horizon 6, which launched earlier this morning, allows players to customize their garages. Players are already creating unique spaces, including recreations of Halo environments and garages inspired by Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift. This new feature adds a creative element to the racing game.

NFL teams have creatively announced their upcoming season schedules, which begin in September. The Los Angeles Chargers partnered with Halo Studios for a multiplayer-themed video, while the Cleveland Browns presented their schedule as a Street Fighter II parody.

A new Minecraft mod, Halo: Rogue, offers a fresh take on the Halo franchise. The mod, inspired by the roguelike genre, provides players with a unique experience featuring iconic Halo weapons and structures, all within Minecraft's blocky world.

Sources indicate remakes of Halo 2 and Halo 3 are in early development, potentially using Unreal Engine 5. These projects are reportedly independent of Halo: Campaign Evolved's success.

Xbox veteran Kiki Wolfkill has departed Microsoft after a 28-year career. Her exit marks the end of a significant tenure shaping key franchises and expanding Xbox IP into new media.

MAETH's new FPS Sprawl Zero is set to blend inspirations from early 2000s blockbusters like Halo and Half-Life 2. The game will feature time and gravity manipulation mechanics, alongside advanced enemy AI.

Former Halo Art Director Glenn Israel alleges a toxic work environment at Halo Studios, including blacklisting, fraud, and harassment. The accusations have raised serious concerns.

The White House sparks controversy by using Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III killstreak footage in a video about military strikes in Iran.

Rumors swirl about the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct in January, potentially showcasing Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Forza Horizon 6.

Grand Theft Auto 6's November 2026 release date is causing a ripple effect, forcing Xbox to rethink its 2026 lineup and potentially delay major titles.