@XBOXGameDev

The official account for XBOX Game Dev. Empowering creators on XBOX. Join our community on Discord: https://xitter.cf/t.co/rJUZpRZGt3

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Joined October 2018
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🌟 XBOX Godot Sample - now available as a public, source-only reference on @github We’re making it easier to build for XBOX on PC with @godotengine. Check out our new sample that helps you integrate Microsoft GDK, XBOX Services, and PlayFab directly into Godot, with reusable code and modular samples that help make your development path shorter, smoother, and more open. Learn more: developer.microsoft.com/en-u…
Graphic with a dark green-to-black gradient background and the XBOX logo in the top left. Large white text on the left reads “Introducing the XBOX Godot Sample.” On the right, a screenshot shows a dark-themed code editor with lines of code. (Alt generated by Microsoft Copliot and reviewed for accuracy)

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Today @ 11 AM PDT 🎮 Game Dev Office Hours Anna Waismeyer from the Gaming For Everyone team will join us to chat about the importance of accessibility and share guidance on reaching the broadest audience. 👉 discord.com/invite/xboxgamed…
Graphic with a black-to-green gradient background and Xbox logo, advertising “Game Dev Office Hours.” Details include “Friday, June 26 @ 11 AM PDT” on Discord, featuring speaker Anna Waismeyer from “Gaming For Everyone.” A circular headshot appears on the lower right alongside the name and title. (Alt generated by Microsoft Copliot and reviewed for accuracy)

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Testing handheld experiences without a handheld? We break it down, plus share updates on Game Package Manager, Game Profiles, and key Q&A takeaways.
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Unreal Engine 5.8 just made building for Xbox even easier. Microsoft GDK plug-ins are now public—so you can build, package, and ship to Xbox on PC without changing your workflow. 👉 Get started: developer.microsoft.com/game…
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Have questions about marketing your indie game or not sure where to start? Join us in just over an hour on the official XBOX Game Dev Discord for a live Q&A with Glenn Gregory from the @ID_XBOX marketing team. discord.gg/xboxgamedev
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Here's to @HiscoryStudio for launching @tellersduty 👏🏻 An indie team in Indonesia, started by four students back in 2018, shipped their first game on XBOX 💚 Great seeing their vision supported through @ID_XBOX's Developers Acceleration Program.
Tuti Hanna (MV COMISSION OPEN)-CF23 ( AC 42 - 43 )@tutihanna_Jun 14
[LIVE NOW] KEMBALI BEKERJA DENGAN PAJAK YANG GA NGOTAK! youtube.com/live/fQcvd_vsTgg… Thank you @HiscoryStudio for this amazing game! #indiegame #vtuberid #idvtuber
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AMD Gaming
@AMDGamingJun 12
The latest update to Microsoft Advanced Shader Delivery now supports even more AMD Gaming Devices. 💥Now enabled on AMD RDNA(TM) Powered Graphics with AMD Software 26.6.1 💥Reduce shader stutter & load times by up to 95% Learn more:
XBOX Game Dev
@XBOXGameDevJun 12
Expanded Advanced Shader Delivery (ASD) support Using shader preloading, ASD can cut launch times by up to 95%, reduce stutter, and help improve battery life. We’re expanding ASD beyond XBOX handheld to additional AMD devices, supporting more titles for a better player experience. Details: developer.microsoft.com/en-u…
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.@Fable's team hand-crafted 1000+ NPCs, each with their own routines, relationships, and lives. Lead Game Designer @WeArePlayground breaks down the Living Population and where it all began news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/06/…

Fable: How We Built the Living Population

Fable’s Living Population is made up of over 1,000 hand-crafted NPCs, each with their own life and personality. In this feature - written by the Lead Game Designer- find out how it was made, how it...

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Senua
@senuagameJun 12
A big thank you to our first 5,000 followers! 🎉 You are here for the start of our journey to launch Senua and we couldn't be more energised and excited. We're a relatively small, passionate team of game developers (about 85 people) - your support means a lot. Thank you.
The 'Senua' key art in a graphic with text that reads "Thank you". Senua, a celtic warrior, wields a sword in her right hand and an axe in her left.

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DirectX 12@DirectX12Jun 12
Advanced Shader Delivery is now generally available in the Xbox PC app — no Xbox Insider signup required! AMD has also expanded ASD support to RDNA 1 through RDNA 4, and Forza Horizon 6 showcases 95% faster load times on day one. See here for more: devblogs.microsoft.com/direc…

Advanced Shader Delivery expands Public Preview with AMD - DirectX Developer Blog

Advanced Shader Delivery expands to Windows 11 PCs with AMD GPUs, cutting Forza Horizon 6 load times by 95% and reducing shader stutter via Xbox Insider.

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XBOX @ Unreal Fest | June 16–18 Our Developer Relations, @ID_XBOX, developer tools, platform engineering, and publishing teams will be there to connect with you and chat about building for XBOX with @UnrealEngine. If you’re there, we’d like to hear what you’re working on. Schedule: developer.microsoft.com/en-u…
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Wondering how XBOX Insider flights work? Brad Rossetti from the team sat down with us to share how started, how to get your title into a flight, and how it can shape your game. Learn more: developer.microsoft.com/en-u…
Black and green title slide with the XBOX logo in the top left. Centered white text reads “XBOX Insider Advantage: Using Player Feedback to Guide Development,” with smaller green text above that says “XBOX Game Dev Office Hours Recap.” Dark background with subtle XBOX-themed styling. (Alt generated by Microsoft Copliot and reviewed for accuracy)

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Expanded Advanced Shader Delivery (ASD) support Using shader preloading, ASD can cut launch times by up to 95%, reduce stutter, and help improve battery life. We’re expanding ASD beyond XBOX handheld to additional AMD devices, supporting more titles for a better player experience. Details: developer.microsoft.com/en-u…
Green gradient background with the XBOX logo in the top-left corner and bold white text centered reading “Expanding Advanced Shader Delivery Support.” (Alt generated by Microsoft Copliot and reviewed for accuracy)

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Game Dev Office Hours - This Friday @ 11 AM PDT The team who built the XBOX Godot sample will be sharing an overview, followed by a community Q&A. discord.com/invite/xboxgamed…
Green Xbox-branded event graphic announcing “Game Dev Office Hours – XBOX Godot Sample Team,” featuring three circular profile photos labeled Zach, Sebastian, and Brennen, with event details: Friday, June 12 at 11 AM PDT on Discord. (Alt generated by Microsoft Copliot and reviewed for accuracy)

ALT Green Xbox-branded event graphic announcing “Game Dev Office Hours – XBOX Godot Sample Team,” featuring three circular profile photos labeled Zach, Sebastian, and Brennen, with event details: Friday, June 12 at 11 AM PDT on Discord. (Alt generated by Microsoft Copliot and reviewed for accuracy)

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🔥 Stunning! 🐉 @CapcomUSA_
Dragon's Dogma
@DragonsDogmaJun 9
Your unwritten epic begins.🔥 Dragon's Dogma 2 returns as Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, October 9, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, & Nintendo Switch 2. The dynamic fantasy world is expanded with new tales and thrilling encounters. Available as a bundle, or as a separate expansion DLC on existing platforms. #DD2DA
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Two best friends from Germany founded @_ThirdShift and are building their debut title ⛰️ Forever Ago 🚐 a beautiful story of life. Can't wait to see more 💫 #indiedev
Annapurna Interactive
@A_iJun 7
Forever Ago is coming October 8, 2026 to Nintendo Switch 2, Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Following a tragic stroke of fate, Alfred embarks on a journey north in search of redemption in this single-player road trip adventure.
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Meet @milktoothgames 🐦 A new indie studio formed by an artist, designer, and developer who came together around the ambition: “to make you laugh before breaking your heart.” Bad Magpie started as a casual conversation back in 2019... great seeing it come to life 💫 #indiedev
Milktooth | making Bad Magpie@milktoothgamesJun 8
yesterday we announced our debut game Bad Magpie and we are so grateful for all the support - hit 26k+ wishlists in 24hrs!! - made lots of people laugh and cry (sorry) - joined the "horrible bird game" genre HUGE THANK YOU from our little team our reveal trailer once again:
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XBOX
@XBOXJun 7
WELCOME TO KALONA.​ ​ Get a look at the world you’ll be fighting through in @GearsofWar: E-Day:
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Happy launch day to @cyberwavegames 👏 A two dev team from Germany who handcrafted @Solarpunk_Game ☀️🌻 Check it out on Game Pass, Play Anywhere, and show them some 💚 #indiedev
Solarpunk | cozy survival game@Solarpunk_GameJun 8
After 4 years, the moment has finally arrived... SOLARPUNK IS OUT NOW! ☀️✈️ It’s been an incredible journey. A huge thank you to everyone who has joined us and supported us along the way - it means the world to us. 🥹❤️ Solarpunk is NOW available for PC and consoles! 🎮
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Love the story behind @Vivarium_Game 🌟 A hand-drawn XBOX Play Anywhere + Game Pass title to look forward to 🎮💻📺📱☁️ “Vivarium began as a passion project back in 2017 -- to improve my skills and learn from masters like Hayao Miyazaki, Rumiko Takahashi, and Akira Toriyama. I am so grateful of the support I've received to bring the game to this point, and awestruck by what Vivarium has grown to”
Vivarium by Studio Meadowflower@Vivarium_GameJun 7
Hi everybody...! I am SO excited to share with the BRAND NEW trailer that aired today on the SGF XBOX Games Showcase 2026! Check out new stuff like character and scenario reveals, new cutscenes, publisher, launch window, and platform announcements!! youtube.com/watch?v=LL_Tyajd…

Vivarium - Official Announce Trailer | XBOX Games Showcase 2026

Vivarium is a life-sim adventure that features hand-illustrated art...

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