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Epic Lays Off 1,000, DLSS 5 Backlash, Xbox Partner Preview, and the White House's Video Game War Edits

A massive week in gaming: Epic Games cuts 20% of its workforce as Fortnite falters, Nvidia's DLSS 5 sparks an AI graphics revolt, Xbox reveals 19 new titles, Crimson Desert ships under a cloud of DRM controversy, and the White House turns war footage into Wii Sports edits.

Ali Abdukarim|March 26, 2026

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AI in Gaming

Xbox's AI Copilot Is Here — But Can Microsoft Keep Its 'No Slop' Promise?

Microsoft unveiled Gaming Copilot for Xbox consoles at GDC 2026, alongside Auto Super Resolution and an AI highlight reel. New CEO Asha Sharma swears there will be no 'soulless AI slop.' The question is whether that promise survives contact with reality.

Ali Abdukarim|March 12, 2026

13 min read