Microsoft and Xbox may have a 2026 full of major announcements, based on rumors published by the website Windows Central this Saturday, January 10th. According to internal sources, the corporation is reportedly working on a series of projects, including remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, as well as a new game in the StarCraft universe. These plans, still without official confirmation, aim to maintain public interest in iconic franchises and expand the platform’s catalog, especially in the face of strong competition in the gaming market. Brazilian fans, always eager for RPG and shooter news, may have reasons to pay attention to upcoming events.
The remasters of the classic Fallout games are reportedly being developed following the model of the recent The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. In this way, they would retain the original gameplay but would gain modernized graphics, next-generation lighting systems, and full adaptation for current consoles. Meanwhile, the highly anticipated Fallout 5 is still not definitively greenlit for full-scale development, but its arrival is considered only a matter of time. The possible delay is due, according to rumors, to the workload of other major projects within Bethesda.
What else is coming from the Xbox ecosystem
In addition to the plans for Fallout, the leaks point to a significant move at BlizzCon 2026. The event is expected to be the stage for the reveal of a new project in the StarCraft franchise, described as a third-person shooter, marking the series’ return after years. At the same event, announcements of new expansions for Diablo IV and World of Warcraft are also expected. On the other hand, MachineGames, the studio behind Wolfenstein, is reportedly working on two projects simultaneously: a multiplayer tactical shooter in the style of Rainbow Six Siege and the possible Wolfenstein III, whose release could coincide with the Amazon series.
Obsidian Entertainment, known for games like Fallout: New Vegas, also reportedly has a full schedule. The company is said to be developing four projects of different scales, including large RPGs and smaller experimental games. One factor that draws attention is the recent addition of Tim Cain, one of the creators of the original Fallout, to the team, which could strongly influence the studio’s future creative direction. Similarly, Ninja Theory is reportedly preparing its next title, which would maintain the cinematic approach but with a much greater focus on gameplay, promising a more dynamic and interactive experience than Hellblade.
Context and Impact
It is crucial to emphasize that all this information is based on rumors and leaks, meaning it is subject to change or cancellation. However, if confirmed, these plans show an aggressive strategy by Microsoft to strengthen Game Pass and its gaming ecosystem in 2026. For the Brazilian player, this means the prospect of having access to remastered classics and new big-budget IPs, often on launch day through the subscription. In this way, even in a scenario of a possible increase in hardware prices, as suggested by recent news, Microsoft seems focused on offering a robust software catalog to attract and retain fans.
