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At GDC 2026, Microsoft revealed new details about Project Helix, the codename for its next-generation Xbox platform focused on AI-driven graphics, unified gaming across devices, and the future of the Xbox ecosystem.
Throwing it back to the day before SHOT Show 2020, where a range day at Alliance Week led to an unexpected discovery of Atlas Gunworks. After running several high-end 2011 pistols side by side, one thing became clear: Atlas wasn’t just good, it was exceptional. From the Titan to the Nemesis, these pistols delivered stunning craftsmanship, laser-flat shooting characteristics, and some of the best triggers in the 2011 world.
Noveske and Irregular Defense have collaborated on a limited-run 6mm ARC Chainsaw SBR, built around a 12.5-inch barrel and outfitted with Irregular Defense’s modular accessories. The rifle blends Noveske’s precision manufacturing with ergonomic upgrades designed to improve control, stability, and overall shooter comfort.
Netflix is reportedly developing a live-action adaptation of Samurai Champloo with Tomorrow Studios, the team behind the successful One Piece series. Original creator Shinichirō Watanabe is involved in the early stages of the project, with the studio emphasizing that music one of the anime’s defining elements will play a central role in the new adaptation.
CZ has unveiled the P-10 C Ported COA at IWA OutdoorClassics 2026, a refined version of its popular compact striker-fired pistol. The updated model features a chunk-ported barrel, optics-ready A-Cut footprint for the Aimpoint COA, aggressive slide serrations, and upgraded aluminum components designed to enhance recoil control and overall performance.
Electronic Arts has reportedly laid off an unknown number of employees across its Battlefield Studios including DICE, Criterion, Ripple Effect, and Motive as part of an internal realignment. The restructuring comes as EA continues development on Battlefield 6’s live-service roadmap while navigating player feedback and shifting industry pressures.
Herrington Arms has introduced the 365 Zero Series, a limited-run compensator designed for the SIG SAUER P365 platform. Featuring a focused top-port design, the new compensator delivers a reported 38% reduction in muzzle rise, offering shooters improved recoil control in a streamlined package.
Microsoft has officially revealed the codename for its next-generation Xbox console: Project Helix. Ahead of GDC 2026, new details surrounding AMD’s Magnus APU, RDNA5 architecture, and massive rumored performance gains are beginning to surface pointing to a hybrid console designed to bridge the gap between traditional gaming systems and PCs.
SIG Sauer expands the P365 lineup with the P365-XF DH3, a collaboration with competitive shooter Daniel Horner. Featuring a 3.7-inch barrel, slide-integrated expansion chamber, optics-ready SIG-LOC footprint, and competition-inspired ergonomics, the new pistol blends full-size performance with the lightweight versatility of the P365 platform.
CZ unveiled the new TS3 Orange at IWA OutdoorClassics 2026, introducing the next evolution of its competition-focused TS platform. Designed for IPSC and USPSA Limited Optics divisions, the TS3 Orange features a redesigned optics-ready slide, enhanced ergonomics, a hand-fitted cold hammer–forged barrel, and an optimized single-action competition trigger.
