Zofia Kowalska

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Zofia Kowalska is a Polish technology and gaming writer who covers the gaming world and PC hardware. She closely follows gaming culture, innovations in the hardware world, and developments that capture players' interest. Zofia covers a wide range of topics, from new graphics cards to gaming systems, and from PC components to trends in the gaming industry, combining technical details with a gamer's perspective to produce current and accessible content.

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Gaming

What Happened at Xbox in 2026: Layoffs, Studio Shakeups and Cancelled Projects

Throughout 2026, Xbox laid off roughly 1,900 people, merged studios such as Obsidian and Rare under the Bethesda and Activision umbrellas, and cancelled World's Edge's new project. Game Pass subscriptions stalled at 30 million, while Bethesda shared a new roadmap focused on Fallout and The Elder Scrolls 6.

Zofia KowalskaSep 25, 20268 min read

Gaming

Xbox Strategy Chief Ball: We're Happy With GTA 6 Pre-Orders

Xbox Strategy Chief Matthew Ball denied a report that the company is unhappy with GTA 6 pre-order figures, stating that pre-orders are breaking records for Xbox. According to sales tracker data, PS5 pre-orders are outpacing Xbox Series X|S by more than a 3:1 margin.

Zofia KowalskaSep 24, 20262 min read

Gaming

Design for PS6 and Xbox Helix Chips Reportedly Completed: Here Are the Expected Features

According to leaked information, the design of the PS6 and Xbox Helix chips has been completed; 56 TFLOPS for Xbox Helix and 40 TFLOPS for PS6 are claimed. Both consoles are expected to be based on AMD Zen 6 and RDNA 5 architecture, while price and the possibility of a release before 2028 are being debated.

Zofia KowalskaSep 24, 20263 min read

Gaming

Control's Story and Universe Get More Complex: What You Need to Know Before Control Resonant

Ahead of Remedy Entertainment's new game Control Resonant, the story of the first Control game has been summarized. The journey from Jesse Faden's childhood in the town of Ordinary to becoming FBC Director, the Hiss invasion, and what she experienced with her brother Dylan are recounted in chronological order.

Zofia KowalskaSep 24, 20267 min read

Gaming

Xbox Lays Off 268 Employees: Halo and Rare Move to Activision, Obsidian to Bethesda; Forza and Fable Studios Merged

In its second restructuring wave this year, Xbox laid off 268 employees while attaching Halo and Rare to Activision, Obsidian to Bethesda; Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios merged. It was announced that Ninja Theory is undergoing consultation during a closure process, while Arkane's future remains uncertain.

Zofia KowalskaSep 23, 20263 min read

Gaming

Age of Empires Studio World's Edge Reportedly Loses Nearly Half Its Staff in Xbox Restructuring

As part of Xbox's corporate restructuring, Age of Empires studio World's Edge came under Activision's control and, according to former creative director Adam Isgreen, lost nearly half its staff. Isgreen announced that he was also laid off.

Zofia KowalskaSep 23, 20262 min read

Gaming

Marcus Lehto, Halo Co-Creator, Reacts to Series' Move to Activision

As part of the restructuring in Microsoft's Xbox division, the Halo series has been transferred to Activision. Marcus Lehto, co-creator of the series, said he was surprised by the decision but did not find it entirely unexpected.

Zofia KowalskaSep 23, 20262 min read

Hardware

Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max announced: Privacy display and dual 200-megapixel cameras

In its 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max models announced in China, Xiaomi combined a more flexible version of Samsung's privacy display technology, rear displays, dual 200-megapixel cameras, and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipsets. The phones' global launch will take place this year.

Zofia KowalskaSep 23, 20263 min read

Gaming

Wardogs' Honeymoon Period Is Over: Balance Issues in the Spotlight

Wardogs, which achieved great success in Steam Early Access, is facing balance issues as players progress rapidly through the progression system. Elements such as FOB building, the drill mechanic, and level 4 armor are shaping the game's meta, while the community expects more variety and balance.

Zofia KowalskaSep 23, 20265 min read

Gaming

Seamless Co-op Mod for Dark Souls 2 Released in Alpha

The seamless co-op mod for Dark Souls 2 has been released in alpha. The mod allows players to play through the entire game from start to finish with up to five friends.

Zofia KowalskaSep 23, 20262 min read