In 2024, teams from across Xbox came together to crack a deceptively simple question: How do we remove single-use plastics from Xbox’s product packaging? The sustainable-focused thought experiment quickly turned into a high-stakes design conundrum. The teams would have to redesign cushioning, account for new moisture considerations, and without shrink wrap, they’d have to reimagine coating—a process that included the creation of 1,165 prototype boxes across 125 design-of-experiment trials. And, of course, this would all have to be done without changing the experience for consumers. This Earth Day, read about how Xbox solved the packaging challenge for the Xbox Series X|S consoles, and became one of the earliest testing grounds at Microsoft for eliminating single-use plastics from product packaging across all of our consumer devices: https://xbx.lv/3OBvZJ6 We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, yet the work towards a more sustainable future is never complete. Gaming brings joy to players, but we recognize that it also has an impact on our environment. Our commitment to our players and the industry is to continue to improve that impact and help set the bar for gaming in a responsible way.
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At Xbox, we believe that gaming is for everyone. Gaming provides billions of people around the world with many shared experiences: it can take you to wonderful places, immerse you in gripping narratives, and connect you with friends and create a sense of community. We believe that gaming should be inclusive of all, accessible to all, and safe for all, and we work toward making it so each and every day. Why? Because when everybody plays, we all win. Sound like something you’d like to be a part of? Check out our job openings by going to https://jobs.careers.microsoft.com
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We're lowering the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Future Call of Duty titles will join Xbox Game Pass Ultimate about a year after launch. You'll continue to enjoy current COD titles, hundreds of games on console and PC, day one releases, in-game benefits, and much more. Get the full details on what's changing and what stays the same: https://xbx.lv/4eFT6wG
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The Blizzard Entertainment team is giving credit where it’s due—Post Match Accolades are back in Overwatch. Post Match Accolades let you recognize impact beyond the battle. After Play of the Game, you’ll have a short window to vote for the teammate or opponent who really stood out, with the MVP getting a dynamic, animated spotlight before the match wraps. Vote for things like great sportsmanship, team player, clutch saves, game-changing pressure… the little things that win matches but don’t always show up in the raw stats and deserve some time to shine too. It's a unique feature that makes matches feel more personal, prestigious, and more than a score screen. Overwatch - Reign of Talon S2: Summit is available now.
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Extraordinary talent resides everywhere. Which is why we launched Xbox Game Camp as a way to empower future waves of creators, storytellers, and game studios. And this June, the team is expanding with a first-of-its-kind partnership. Xbox Game Camp Minneapolis, presented by the Best Buy Foundation, will bring together 50 aspiring game creators (ages 18-19) to experience key aspects of building a video game–from concepting to building a playable prototype. The program offers 12 weeks of tailored learning, community-building, and direct mentorship from experts across Microsoft, Xbox, and the Best Buy Foundation, plus local support from each participating Teen Tech Center. Xbox Game Camp and the Best Buy Foundation share a belief: When you invest in underrepresented communities and give aspiring creators the tools, knowledge, and support to pursue their goals, incredible things happen. This program is built to expand access to technology and mentorship, ignite future game developer connections, and create measurable pathways into education and early-career opportunities. To learn more about Xbox Game Camp and to register for Xbox Game Camp Minneapolis visit: xbx.lv/4sF6EMD
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Your achievements are getting an update: ✨ New animations and icons 🤫 Hide games from your Achievement list 💯 Highlight your 100% completed games Starting with Xbox Insiders today and rolling out to everyone over time. Check out the full details: xbx.lv/4srwwLB
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