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Jimmy's back on the show and we're covering a packed week of Xbox news — backward compatibility finally lands on PC, Bethesda pushes back hard on Elder Scrolls 6 delay fears, STALKER 2's studio shuts down a wild funding rumor, and we touch on the Halo: Campaign Evolved early access mess. 🎮 🕹️ Xbox Backward Compatibility Hits PC Microsoft has officially launched Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC, kicking off with four classic titles — BLiNX: The Time Sweeper, Conker: Live and Reloaded, Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge, and Fuzion Frenzy — playable on PC and handhelds, with existing digital licenses carrying over. We break down what this means for game preservation going forward. 🔗 https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/07/2... 🏰 Bethesda Responds to Elder Scrolls 6 Delay Rumors After the recent wave of Xbox/Bethesda layoffs sparked fears that Elder Scrolls 6 could be pushed back, Bethesda addressed the speculation directly through MrMattyPlays. We talk through what was said and how much stock to put in it. 🔗 https://www.vice.com/en/article/elder... ❌ Another Xbox Lie? GSC Game World is pushing back on claims that Xbox massively overpaid for STALKER 2's timed exclusivity. We dig into the studio's statement and what it means for the reliability of insider claims like this. 🔗 https://insider-gaming.com/stalker-2-... 🎧 Jimmy's Thoughts on Halo Jimmy shares his honest take on where Halo stands right now. ⚠️ Halo: Campaign Evolved Early Access Issues A quick mention — some Premium Edition owners got locked out of Campaign Evolved's early access on Xbox and PC. Halo Support is investigating. 🔗 https://www.purexbox.com/news/2026/07... ____________________ 🚨 Get your New Xbox here 🚨 Series X: https://amzn.to/3XtkMuz Series S: https://amzn.to/4d9fpXw Game Pass Ultimate: https://amzn.to/47sGtjb 🎮 MUST HAVES 🎮 ► Seagate Expansion Card: https://amzn.to/4gmWqLX ► Elite Series 2 Controller: https://amzn.to/3MMv04m ► Xbox Wireless Headset: https://amzn.to/4e3oVfS FOLLOW ME: ►   / state_of_ray   ►   / readyrayy   ____________________ By using our affiliate links we may receive compensation for purchases through those links.