Activision Blizzard employees will report to Phil Spencer as CEO
The Nintendo Switch version of Minecraft is getting a big update today, bringing the Bedrock Engine to Nintendo’s portable console. The update enables cross-play with PC, Xbox One, and smartphones — but notably not the PlayStation 4. Sony is blocking cross-play for Fortnite, Rocket League, and Minecraft so PS4 players can’t play against Xbox One or Nintendo Switch owners. Meanwhile, Nintendo and Microsoft are partnering to utilize cross-play as a marketing weapon today.
You can cross-play with Xbox One, PC, Mac, and mobile players, though
Microsoft is reportedly working on a new Xbox controller for accessibility. The controller includes two oversized A and B pads, a d-pad, and the usual Xbox button and navigation controls. Windows Central reports that the new Xbox controller, designed for accessibility, will likely be unveiled at E3 next month. An image of the controller has leaked online thanks to Twitter user WalkingCat.
The integration is only limited to profiles, so Xbox Live party chat and Discord audio chat will not be linked. Discord users will be able to see which games Xbox Live friends are playing, though. Microsoft and Discord are both rolling out the profile linking today, and Xbox Insiders will soon be able to preview the profile link from the Xbox One dashboard.