Trending Now - Xbox to Host Partner Preview Livestream With Exciting Reveals
WHO:
Asha Sharma is the new gaming boss at Microsoft.
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio is the developer of "Stranger Than Heaven."
Owlcat Games is the developer of "The Expanse: Osiris Reborn."
GSC Game World is the developer of "Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl."
Asha Sharma has been named as Microsoft's new gaming boss.
Phil Spencer has retired, and Sarah Bond has resigned from their positions at Microsoft.
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Ryu Ga Gotoku (developer of Stranger Than Heaven)
WHAT:
The Xbox Partner Preview will include updates on games from third-party publishers such as Sega, GSC Game World, and Owlcat Games.
The showcase will feature "brand-new reveals" and world premieres.
The broadcast will last around 30 minutes.
The Xbox Partner Preview will last around 30 minutes.
Microsoft stated, "As always, Xbox Partner Preview is totally focused on sharing exciting game news from our talented partners across the world."
An Xbox Partner Preview stream will take place.
The showcase will feature an in-depth look at "Stranger Than Heaven" (formerly known as Project Century).
The showcase will provide an update on "Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl."
The latest peek at "The Expanse: Osiris Reborn" will be included.
The broadcast will include world premieres and brand-new reveals.
WHERE:
The showcase will be available on the Xbox YouTube and Twitch channels.
Regional Xbox channels will also host the broadcast.
WHEN:
The Xbox Partner Preview will take place on March 26th, 2026, at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 5 PM UK time.
The Xbox Partner Preview will occur on March 26th, 2026, at 1 PM ET.
WHY:
The management changes at Xbox were reportedly influenced by the unpopular "This Is An Xbox" marketing campaign, which was launched under Sarah Bond's leadership.
HOW:
The YouTube stream will support live subtitles in nearly three dozen languages, including Afrikaans, Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Filipino, French, Canadian French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Māori, Norwegian, Persian (Farsi), Polish, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Slovak, Castilian Spanish, Mexican Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.
The broadcast will feature dedicated streams with ASL interpretation, British Sign Language, and audio descriptions in English.
The showcase will feature multiple world premieres and first looks at gameplay, with updates on titles available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on day one.
The YouTube stream will be in 4K at 60fps, while other channels will be limited to 1080p.
The broadcast will feature dedicated streams with ASL interpretation, British Sign Language, and audio descriptions in English.
The YouTube stream will support subtitles in nearly three dozen languages.
(UPDATED March 23, 2026 19:47 UTC)
In a significant move for the gaming industry, Asha Sharma has been appointed as the new gaming boss at Microsoft, while the Xbox Partner Preview is set to showcase updates from third-party publishers like Sega, GSC Game World, and Owlcat Games. This 30-minute broadcast will include brand-new reveals and world premieres, featuring games such as "Stranger Than Heaven," "The Expanse: Osiris Reborn," and "Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl." Viewers can expect a highly accessible experience, as the YouTube stream will offer live subtitles in nearly three dozen languages, along with dedicated streams for ASL interpretation, British Sign Language, and audio descriptions in English.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 17:48 UTC)
In a significant shakeup at Microsoft, Asha Sharma has been appointed as the new gaming boss following the retirement of Phil Spencer and the resignation of Sarah Bond. The Xbox Partner Preview is set for March 26 at 10 AM PT, promising around 30 minutes of exciting game news, including world premieres and gameplay updates for titles available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from day one. This change in leadership comes after the backlash against the "This Is An Xbox" marketing campaign, which was launched under Bond's direction.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 15:42 UTC)
On March 26, 2026, at 1 PM ET, Microsoft and Xbox will host an Xbox Partner Preview stream featuring an in-depth look at "Stranger Than Heaven," along with updates on "Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl" and a sneak peek at "The Expanse: Osiris Reborn." The showcase will be available on the Xbox YouTube and Twitch channels, with the YouTube stream offering 4K resolution at 60 frames per second and subtitles in nearly three dozen languages. Additionally, the broadcast will include dedicated streams with ASL interpretation, British Sign Language, and audio descriptions in English, ensuring accessibility for all viewers.