Microsoft has filed a gaming patent for “crafting and altering game narratives” using generative AI

In 2024, Microsoft submitted a public patent application outlining potential uses of generative AI in game design. This innovation enables both designers and players to tailor their gaming experience using prompts, with the AI generating game elements that align with the storyline provided by these prompts. The patent offers an overview of how games can be refined, including the ability to swiftly produce objects that fit the narrative based on user inputs.

Is Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 on Xbox?

2024 was a fantastic year for gaming, with numerous new releases, and it appears that 2025 will follow suit. The start of this year has only just begun, but the approaching release date of one of its most eagerly awaited games ā€“ Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 ā€“ is fast-approaching. Scheduled to be released on February 4, the highly anticipated sequel from Warhorse Studios to their original medieval open-world RPG is one of the year’s most significant titles.

Xbox 2025 predictions and overview: Microsoft’s most promising games line up in history meets a platform under duress

This year is expected to be Microsoft’s strongest ever in terms of first-party content production, marking a significant shift following nearly a decade of demand from Xbox enthusiasts. With Microsoft’s recent acquisition spree finally showing results, we saw Indiana Jones, a game worthy of Game of the Year contention late last year. Second-party publishing achieved notable victories with STALKER 2 and Palworld. Previously hesitant titles like Genshin Impact, Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Collection, and Death Stranding also became available on Xbox. Add to that a steady stream of content from Blizzard, Activision, Bethesda, and Xbox Game Studios, and 2024 turned out to be an exceptional year for sheer gaming content.

After update, Call of Duty players report “Connecting” matchmaking bug in Warzone and Black Ops 6

Currently, there seems to be no quick fix for this situation, as Activision has publicly admitted the issue on social media platforms. A post from their official Call of Duty Updates X (Twitter) account reads, “During the latest update, players might experience longer-than-usual wait times for matchmaking.” This implies that the delay could be due to server performance rather than a specific matchmaking glitch; however, without further details, any assumptions are merely speculative.