{"id":30102,"date":"2026-05-06T21:06:35","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T21:06:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ai\/30102\/"},"modified":"2026-05-06T21:06:35","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T21:06:35","slug":"microsoft-to-stop-developing-copilot-for-xbox-console","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ai\/30102\/","title":{"rendered":"Microsoft to Stop Developing Copilot for Xbox Console"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tXbox CEO Asha Sharma has confirmed that Microsoft has stopped development of Copilot on console.<\/p>\n<p>Sharma took to X to reveal that Microsoft will retire features \u201cthat don\u2019t align with where we\u2019re headed.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Gaming Copilot, which was still in the beta phase, was created to be \u201cyour personal gaming sidekick with Xbox,\u201d which players could use for assistance any time or place while playing a game and provide gaming recommendations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cXbox needs to move faster, deepen our connection with the community, and address friction for both players and developers,\u201d Sharma said in her post. \u201cToday, 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\u2019ll see us begin to retire features that don\u2019t align with where we\u2019re headed. We will begin winding down Copilot on mobile and will stop development of Copilot on console.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tGaming Copilot is currently available in the Xbox mobile app, on Game Bar for Windows 11, and on the ROG Xbox Ally handhelds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tThe announcement followed the news that the company was facing a major shuffling of its platform technology teams, as Microsoft\u2019s gaming division seeks to rebuild its position and release\u00a0Project Helix, its next-generation console.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tSee more gaming news from this week in the roundup below.<\/p>\n<p>\t\tPARTNERSHIPS\t<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tMicrosoft\u2019s Activision is marking Military Appreciation Month with a new initiative tied to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/variety.com\/t\/call-of-duty-endowment\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Call of Duty Endowment<\/a>, including fresh in-game content and expanded efforts to support veteran employment.<br \/>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 \u201cCall of Duty: Black Ops 7\u201d and \u201cCall of Duty: Warzone.\u201d <\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tThe 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.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tThe 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.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tEligible 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.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tAdditional partnerships tied to the campaign include integrations with Lyft, allowing users to round up fares to support veteran employment programs.<\/p>\n<p>\t\tNEW RELEASES\t<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t\u201cWinx Club: The Magic is Back\u201d 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.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t\u201cThis enchanting action-adventure brings the beloved fairies to life like never before, blending magical combat, puzzle-solving and cooperative gameplay,\u201d reads the game\u2019s official logline. The announcement coincides with the release of the animated series \u201cWinx Club: The Magic is Back.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tIn 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.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tPhysical editions are also available at select retailers across the EMEA region, North America, Australia, and New Zealand.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tWatch the trailer here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has confirmed that Microsoft has stopped development of Copilot on console. 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