Assessing Xbox’s Layoffs, Game Cancellations, and Studio Closures – Unlocked 698

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In a spoiler-free discussion, Ryan and Michael talk about how much they love Gears of War: E-Day, which Ryan reviewed for IGN. Plus: Halo's former Franchise Creative Director comments on the three probable paths to success that he thinks Halo might take under Activision, and more ...  Show more

Halo Studios Is No Longer Making Halo – Unlocked 755

Xbox's "reset" continued this week, and we discussed and analyzed all of the newest changes, including the big one of Activision taking over on Halo from Halo Studios. Our thoughts on why we think this happened, whether or not it'll be a reboot, what engine it'll use, what studio ...  Show more

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