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Magicians: The Devil’s Deal Debuts as Xbox Bets on New IP
Magicians: The Devil’s Deal debuted during the Xbox Games Showcase, giving Microsoft’s event a new first-person adventure IP.
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Magicians: The Devil’s Deal debuted during the Xbox Games Showcase, giving Microsoft’s event a new first-person adventure IP.
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Nintendo is preparing the first Mario Kart World Global Online Challenge, giving Switch 2 an early multiplayer engagement event.
Nintendo’s June release calendar points to a steady early flow of Switch 2 software, including eFootball and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is coming to PS5 in February 2027, giving Amazon and Crystal Dynamics a dated franchise beat.
PlayStation’s June State of Play delivered a broad slate of franchise updates, release dates, and new trailers across PS5 projects.
Xbox has dated its June showcase and confirmed a dedicated Gears of War: E-Day Direct, giving Microsoft a major early-summer reveal slot.