Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has confirmed that Microsoft has stopped development of Copilot on console.

Sharma took to X to reveal that Microsoft will retire features “that don’t align with where we’re headed.”

Gaming Copilot, which was still in the beta phase, was created to be “your personal gaming sidekick with Xbox,” which players could use for assistance any time or place while playing a game and provide gaming recommendations.

“Xbox needs to move faster, deepen our connection with the community, and address friction for both players and developers,” Sharma said in her post. “Today, we promoted leaders who helped build Xbox, while also bringing in new voices to help push us forward. This balance is important as we get the business back on track. As part of this shift, you’ll see us begin to retire features that don’t align with where we’re headed. We will begin winding down Copilot on mobile and will stop development of Copilot on console.”

Gaming Copilot is currently available in the Xbox mobile app, on Game Bar for Windows 11, and on the ROG Xbox Ally handhelds.

The announcement followed the news that the company was facing a major shuffling of its platform technology teams, as Microsoft’s gaming division seeks to rebuild its position and release Project Helix, its next-generation console.

See more gaming news from this week in the roundup below.

PARTNERSHIPS

Microsoft’s Activision is marking Military Appreciation Month with a new initiative tied to the Call of Duty Endowment, including fresh in-game content and expanded efforts to support veteran employment.
The campaign, presented by USAA, centers on the release of the Call of Duty Endowment (C.O.D.E.) Navigator: Tracer Pack, which will be available in “Call of Duty: Black Ops 7” and “Call of Duty: Warzone.”

The pack was developed in collaboration with Chris Cassidy, a retired U.S. Navy SEAL and NASA astronaut, and draws inspiration from his career spanning military service and space exploration.

The downloadable content includes two operator skins, weapon blueprints, charms and other cosmetic items, along with experience boosts. Activision said 100% of its net proceeds from the pack, excluding applicable taxes, will be donated to the Call of Duty Endowment, which funds programs that help veterans secure employment. The Endowment said it has placed more than 169,000 veterans into jobs to date.

Eligible U.S. service members and veterans will be able to redeem the pack for free through a limited-time giveaway in partnership with USAA. Players will also be able to participate in the C.O.D.E. Navigator Challenge, running May 8 through May 21 across multiplayer, Zombies and Warzone modes. The event offers a range of in-game rewards, including cosmetic items and a new melee weapon.

Additional partnerships tied to the campaign include integrations with Lyft, allowing users to round up fares to support veteran employment programs.

NEW RELEASES

“Winx Club: The Magic is Back” is now available, Maximum Entertainment AB and Rainbow announced Tuesday. The game will be available digitally on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam.

“This enchanting action-adventure brings the beloved fairies to life like never before, blending magical combat, puzzle-solving and cooperative gameplay,” reads the game’s official logline. The announcement coincides with the release of the animated series “Winx Club: The Magic is Back.” 

In the game, players will be able to explore iconic Winx universe locations, including the courtyard of Alfea College and the mystical Enchanted Forest, and switch between all six fairies. Players will also be able to play together with two-player options. 

Physical editions are also available at select retailers across the EMEA region, North America, Australia, and New Zealand.

Watch the trailer here.