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Roundup Here's What Was Revealed At June 2023's Future Games Show
Everything Xbox related, at least
The latest event in the Summer Game Fest 2023 calendar has just taken place in the form of the June 2023 Future Games Show, which featured around 90 minutes of reveals - with plenty of Xbox games included! Below, we've shared all the Xbox related trailers from today's Future Games Show event: Highwater Musical...
Poll How High Are Your Expectations For Sunday's Xbox Showcase?
Are we in for something special?
The waiting is finally almost over! Xbox will present its 2023 Games Showcase alongside the Starfield Direct this Sunday, and just over 24 hours before the event begins, we're interested to know what your expectation levels are like. Of course, we're coming into this show knowing that we're going to get a huge...
Why the long nose?
Whilst Geoff Keighley’s Summer Games Fest might not have been as packed full of surprises as we had perhaps hoped, we did get a nice little lift last night in the form of a demo drop for Neowiz Games’ Lies of P. This promising Soulslike has been on our radar for quite some time now, and the South Korean developer has...
Feature These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (June 12-16)
We've got an interesting few days ahead!
Welcome to your new Xbox games roundup for June 12th to June 16th! We've definitely got some interesting new releases on the way over the next few days, including the Xbox Game Pass title Dordogne, survival horror game Greyhill Incident, wacky sho
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 10-11)
It's a big weekend for Xbox fans!
Welcome to the weekend! If you're wondering what to do over the next couple of days, don't forget we've got the massive Xbox Games Showcase 2023 and Starfield Direct events on Sunday, and there are also new Xbox Game Pass titles, a
Reaction Xbox Is Set Up For A Winning Showcase After Summer Game Fest 2023
The stage is set
The Summer Game Fest 2023 showcase has come and gone in another stretched out summer of gaming events - and it's all starting to look pretty good for Team Xbox. Late last month PlayStation delivered a show that lacked the heavy hitting announcements that its fanbase was hoping and waiting for, and now Summer Game Fest has left 2023...
Feature Here's Everything That Was Revealed At The Summer Game Fest 2023 Showcase
Missed the event? Here's a recap
Weren't able to catch the Summer Game Fest 2023 event earlier today? No worries! You can always go back and watch the on-demand version for yourself, which you'll find elsewhere on Pure Xbox. If you don't want to watch it all the way through, we've also detailed all the important reveals in this article. Keep in...
Poll How Would You Grade The Summer Game Fest 2023 Showcase?
Give us your verdict
The dust is now beginning to settle on the Summer Game Fest 2023 Showcase! If you haven't had a chance to watch it yet, you can catch the full thing over at our live coverage page, and we've also provided a recap of everything that happened as part of the show. <related ids="150794"> So, all things considered, what...
Soapbox I Hope Halo Infinite's New Progression System Keeps Me Hooked For Good
In for the long haul
Halo Infinite has had an attention retention problem pretty much since launch back in late 2021. 343's latest Halo title has the best core mechanics that the team has ever produced, but there's just something missing when it comes to keeping me hooked and wanting to play for hours on end. I don't seem to be alone in that...
Feature Six Things We're Hoping For From Bethesda's Starfield Direct Showcase
Taking place this Sunday!
Update (Wed 7th Jun, 2023): With the Starfield Direct taking place this Sunday, we thought we'd give this feature a bump! We'll also throw our guide to the Xbox Games Showcase 2023 below, which the Starfield Direct will be a part of. <related ids="150591,149982"> Original story (Fri 10th Mar, 2023): Afte
Talking Point Are You Picking Up Either Of These AAA Juggernauts On Xbox This Month?
If you've grabbed one, what do you think so far?
June has gotten off to a perhaps unusually blistering start on Xbox this year. Typically the summer months are a little quiet for AAA titles, but not in 2023, with the absolutely massive duo of Diablo 4 and Street Fighter 6 headlining the Xbox stable so far. It's already looking like quite a few...
Talking Point Is There An Xbox Classic You Wish Was Backwards Compatible?
Come tell us which!
Xbox wrapped up its backwards compatibility program a while ago now - during the big 20th anniversary event in November 2021. At the time, some great titles were added in one final wave — like the FEAR series among others — and we've felt pretty satisfied with the overall lineup since, especially when it comes to Xb
Feature Our Predictions For The 2023 Xbox Games Showcase
Hopes and expectations
It's that time of year again! While E3 was unfortunately cancelled earlier this year, the summer showcase season is most certainly sticking around, with Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest livestream kicking things off on June 8th. However, its the big Xbox Games Showcase that we're
Pick One What Was Your Favourite Xbox Game Pass Game In May?
Planet of Lana? FIFA 23? Redfall? Tell us!
It's Saturday, so that means it's time for another round of Pick One! We're well into June now, so we thought it'd be a good time to look back at a fairly hectic month in May for Xbox Game Pass, starting off with the turbulent release of Redfall before finishing with a large slate of highly-rated indie...
Feature These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (June 5-9)
Survive and conquer darkness
Welcome to your new Xbox games roundup for June 5th to June 9th! The big release of next week is obviously Diablo 4, which has been getting rave reviews over the past few days, but don't forget to look out for the three Xbox Game Pass titles arriving next week as well, including the day one release of Amnesia: The...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 3-4)
We're ready for a FIGHT!
Welcome to the first weekend of June! If you're looking for ways to keep busy on Xbox over the next couple of days, we've got a bunch of new Xbox Game Pass titles to check out, three more Free Play Days offerings, and a fantastic Family Time Sale on the Xbox Store - although keep in mind there's an
Talking Point What Are Your Plans For The Xbox Games Showcase 2023?
Watching alone? With friends? In a cinema? Tell us!
Can you believe we're a little over a week away from the Xbox Games Showcase 2023?! The huge event takes place on Sunday, June 11th at 1pm ET / 6pm BST, followed by that all-important Starfield Direct. As we approach the big day, we're interested to know what your plans are for the Showcase. Will...
Feature The Full List Of New Xbox Games Releasing In June 2023
All the release dates you need to know
Welcome to our roundup of all new Xbox games coming out in June 2023! Below, we've listed every Xbox game with a June 2023 release date, including all confirmed Xbox Game Pass releases so far. Without further ado, here are all the new games coming to Xbox in June 2023: The Biggest New Releases Coming To...
Talking Point What 'Dream' Reveal Would You Like To See At The Xbox Games Showcase 2023?
Give us your pie in the sky wish
We're officially less than two weeks out from Microsoft's big Xbox Games Showcase 2023 event, and to be honest, we're starting to get very excited about what's to come. While Starfield and Forza Motorsport are Xbox's only confirmed games of the show so far, we know that the team has lots more to reveal on June 11.
Talking Point Did You Know Insomniac Made An Xbox Game Before Sunset Overdrive?
Long before the days of being Sony-owned
When you think of Xbox plus Insomniac Games, you likely think of Sunset Overdrive, right? This early Xbox One era exclusive remains one of the high points of that generation, and it's still talked about by Xbox fans today - over eight years since launch. However, did you know that the team actually developed...
Pick One Which Is Your Favourite 'Metal Gear' Game On Xbox?
We're missing a few, but there are still plenty of them!
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, to celebrate the announcement of the Metal Gear Solid 3 remake for Xbox, we thought we'd go back and look at the history of Metal Gear games on Microsoft's consoles. <related ids="150006"> We're definitely missing a fair few Metal...
Feature These 25+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (May 29 - June 2)
"A new era for fighting games begins"
Welcome to your new Xbox games roundup for May 29th to June 2nd! We've got a busy few days ahead for new releases, including the arrival of Street Fighter 6 along with the Diablo 4 early access period (for Deluxe/Ultimate Edition owners), as well as three Xbox Game Pass titles that are all launching on the...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 27-28)
How about some Cassette Beasts?
Welcome to the weekend! If you're looking for some new games to play over the next few days, we've been treated to a bunch of recent Xbox Game Pass releases, various new free-to-play titles have been getting a great reception on the Xbox Store, and there are lots of Xbox deals that are cu
Poll Looking Back At Alan Wake, What Score Would You Give It?
If you were to review it now
It's been an exciting week for Alan Wake fans, with the very first gameplay trailer being unveiled for Alan Wake 2 alongside a release date of October 17th - and that's got us reminiscing about the original game here at Pure Xbox. Of course, unlike the sequel,
Reaction PlayStation's Showcase Was A Win For Xbox, Whichever Way You Slice It
Third party bonanza
As the dust settles on Sony's big 2023 PlayStation Showcase, we're left with one big takeaway ahead of Microsoft's show next month - it was a pretty big win for Team Xbox. Sony's show wasn't bad by any means - in fact, there were lots of games shown that we're excited to play. However, the good news for us and the folks over at...
Poll Which Xbox Console Had The Best Controller?
Come tell us your favourite generation Xbox controller!
Earlier today, we posted our review of Hyperkin's new Xbox 360 controller replica, and after being so impressed with their efforts, we've started thinking about which Xbox generation had the best controller. For a number of years now, we've been convinced — maybe even conditioned — that...
Review Hyperkin Xenon Controller - An Amazing 360 Throwback For Xbox One, Series X|S
Just like the real thing
The Xbox 360 controller is well-known for being one of the very best controllers ever made. Microsoft's evolution of the original Xbox 'S' controller felt like a truly refined effort for the company's second home console, and third-party accessory maker Hyperkin has decided to bring it forward for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and...
Pick One Which Of These June Xbox Releases Are You Most Excited For?
We've got a busy month ahead
Yes, we're only halfway through the month of May, but we've already got our eye on what looks set to be an extremely busy month for Xbox in June, with the Xbox Games Showcase set to be joined by a variety of major releases! If you want to see everything that's been announced for June (and beyond), you'll find it...
Feature These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (May 22-26)
Including four Xbox Game Pass titles
Welcome to your new Xbox games roundup for May 22nd to May 26th! We've got plenty to look forward to over the next few days, including the releases of Star Trek: Resurgence, Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun and The Lord of the Rings: Gollum, while the
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 20-21)
Trying the SF6 beta?
It's time for the weekend! If you're interested in checking out what's new on Xbox over the next couple of days, we've got more Xbox Game Pass additions, a selection of Free Play Days titles, a free open beta for Street Fighter 6, and
Video 10 Xbox Games To Play If You Like The Look Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
No Switch? No problem!
Thanks to Xbox Game Pass we've always got lots of unique experiences to be blasting through on our PCs and Xbox consoles, but every now and then another platform delivers something you just can't seem to resist. Over the last week, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has taken the gaming world by storm, and of course, it's only...
Review PowerA MOGA XP-Ultra - A New Wireless And Multi-Platform Xbox Controller
"The First Licensed Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S, Mobile, and Cloud Gaming"
When it comes to modern day gamepads, it’s hard to beat the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller. It’s comfortable, deeply customisable, and pretty versatile - pairing not only to Xbox consoles, but mobile and Windows PCs too. The Xbox-brand 'Elite' controllers are...
Talking Point Are You Still Playing Forza Horizon 5 In 2023?
The open world racer hits a huge player milestone
It's been doing the rounds lately that Xbox's 2021 open world racer Forza Horizon 5 has hit 30 million players according to the game's leaderboard, so we thought we'd load it up and have a quick check. As you can see up above, the in-game Hall of Fame leaderboard has indeed ticked over to just above...
Talking Point How Satisfied Are You With PC Game Pass Right Now?
If you're a Game Pass Ultimate member, do you use it?
We often put a lot of attention on Xbox Game Pass here at Pure Xbox, and that includes the fantastic library of PC Game Pass titles that are accessible to every Game Pass Ultimate member - some of which are unique to that platform. That said, it feels like the console games get more attention...
Feature These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (May 15-19)
Including this new open world driving adventure
Welcome to your new Xbox games roundup for May 15th to May 19th! As you can see, it's a fairly busy week ahead for new releases, and we've got some particular highlights on the way such as LEGO 2K Drive, the free-to-play launches of Trackmania and
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 13-14)
Are you slamming the Diablo 4 servers?
Welcome to the weekend! We've got plenty of new Xbox activities to help you to keep busy over the next few days, including more recent Xbox Game Pass additions, four Free Play Days titles, the arrival of the free Diablo 4 "Server Slam" beta, and a massive set of deals including a very ent
Reaction Zelda Reviews & Redfall Woes Put The Pressure On Xbox Exclusive Starfield
We need a smooth landing
Well, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom reviews are in and this is quickly becoming a Game of the Year contender already! Sitting at a blistering 96 on Metacritic and 97 on Open Critic, Nintendo's latest Zelda adventure is seemingly one of the greats - an
Review ASUS ROG Ally - The Xbox Handheld We've Been Waiting For?
With native PC Game Pass integration
What do we want? A handheld device for our Xbox games! When do we want it? Uh… twenty years ago. Of course, we thought our dreams were finally coming true last year when the Steam Deck launched. However, Valve very quickly put a Linux-shaped damper on that. And yes, we know we can install Windows 11 on the...
Talking Point Have You Tried Ubisoft Plus On Xbox Yet?
If so, what do you think of the service?
It's been almost a month since Ubisoft Plus finally launched on Xbox after what felt like an age of rumours and speculation. The team's service contains lots of huge titles to enjoy on Xbox including loads of games from the Assassin's Creed series, the Far Cry franchise, and much more besides. While the...
Poll Do You Think The Xbox ActiBlizz Deal Will Still Go Ahead?
Following the recent CMA verdict
Now that the dust has settled on last month's UK CMA ActiBlizz verdict, we've been left wondering what happens next. We have the EU verdict supposedly right around the corner, we have the FTC's ongoing lawsuit and of course, Microsoft has already committed to
Talking Point Are You Hoping Xbox's 'Gears Collection' Is Real?
Which game would you play first?
A 'Gears of War collection' of some sort has been a hot topic for a number of years at this point, with lots of rumours and reports pointing towards it becoming a reality some day. We've never heard anything official from Xbox on the matter, but a recent comment from Phil Spencer has reignit
Poll Which Of These Is Your Favourite Arkane Title On Xbox Game Pass?
And why is it Dishonored
We can't lie - we are a little disappointed by Redfall in its current state. While we think there's a good game underneath some of its teething problems, we were hoping for a bit more from one of our favourite development teams in Arkane. The game's rocky launch has got us thinking more about the team's back catalogue...
Talking Point What Do You Think Of Redfall So Far?
Does it mark a fall from grace?
Redfall landed on Xbox Game Pass earlier this week, and it's safe to say it's been a pretty controversial launch on the whole. 30FPS is the only way to play on console, the game has arrived with a litany of bugs and glitches, and to be quite frank
Feature These 15+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (May 8-12)
Including a new version of an acclaimed RPG!
Welcome to your new Xbox games roundup for May 8th to May 12th! We have a number of new releases coming to the platform this month, including Marvel's Midnight Suns for Xbox One and a 'Definitive Edition' of Weird West that launches straight onto Xbox Game Pass! Here's what's coming to Xbox next week:...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 6-7)
Any of the new Game Pass titles?
Welcome to the first weekend in May! We've got plenty to keep ourselves busy with over the next few days, including Redfall & Ravenlok on Xbox Game Pass, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor after Respawn pushed out its first post-launch patch, and of course,
Feature The Full List Of New Xbox Games Releasing In May 2023
All the release dates you need to know
Welcome to our roundup of all new Xbox games coming out in May 2023! Below, we've listed every Xbox game with a May 2023 release date, including all confirmed Xbox Game Pass releases so far. Without further ado, here are all the new games coming to Xbox in May 2023: The Biggest New Releases Coming To Xbox...
Talking Point Have You Been Enjoying Star Wars Jedi: Survivor On Xbox?
How has your experience been so far?
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor dropped late last week, with fans of a galaxy far, far away now having a good weekend to get stuck into EA's latest franchise entry. It doesn't appear to have been the smoothest launch of all time, but critics were very impressed with what Respawn Entertainment delivered in its sequel to...
Feature Xbox's Latest 'Games With Gold' Title Is A Classic That Still Holds Up In 2023
Ah, the good old N64 days
It's been 24 years since Star Wars Episode 1 Racer first launched for Nintendo 64 and Windows PC, and back in 1999 it was considered one of the most beloved Star Wars (and racing) games on the market. After finally receiving an Xbox port back in 2020 courtesy of Aspyr, you can now claim it for free as part of Xbox Games...
Pick One What Was Your Favourite Xbox Game Pass Game In April?
Ghostwire: Tokyo? Minecraft Legends? Tell us!
It's time for another round of Pick One! With April now behind us, we're looking back at a somewhat busy month for Xbox Game Pass, featuring a couple of first-party additions to the library along with plenty of other day one releases. This was the month in which we were finally were able to experience...
Feature These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (May 1-5)
Including a couple of major releases!
Welcome to your new Xbox games roundup for May 1st to May 5th! The big release of next week is obviously Redfall (which is included with Xbox Game Pass), but we've also got some other notable arrivals on the way including Age of Wonders 4 and the Xbox One version of
