Random Lucky Xbox Fan Shows Off His MS Rewards Competition Prizes
Including a lifetime sub to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
News Xbox Game Pass: Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In April 2021
The latest Game Pass reveals and updates
Guide All 50+ Free Games That No Longer Require Xbox Live Gold
You don't need to pay a thing!
News Microsoft Is Giving Away Free Gift Cards For The Xbox Spring Sale 2021
Update: A new batch has been sent out!
News - April, 2021
Friday30th Apr 2021
News Holy Moly, It Looks Like 50+ FPS Boosts Are Coming To Xbox Series X Next Week
Please be true, please be true!
Xbox is on fire at the moment, and if these latest teases are to be believed, it looks like we're getting no less than over 50 (!) FPS Boosted titles coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S at some point next week. New FPS Boosts were teased by The Verge's Tom Warren earlier this week, and he appeared to elaborate...
News Outriders Has Received Its Biggest Patch Yet, Here’s Everything Included
It's a long list
Outriders has enjoyed a popular launch on Xbox Game Pass, but it hasn't been without problems. Inventory wiping bugs, server issues, and crashes have prevented it from getting the full attention it deserves. Unfortunately, if you're still waiting for your inventory items to be revoked, this still doesn't rectify that. What it does...
News Stalker 2 Would Be 'Impossible' To Run On Xbox One, Says Dev
"We’re concentrating on the Xbox Series X/S version"
There's a lot of excitement surrounding Xbox exclusive and Game Pass title Stalker 2, which is expected arrive at some point later this year, and developer GSC Game World has addressed why it's only coming to Xbox Series X & S. Simply put, PR manager Zakhar Bocharov stated to GamingBolt...
News 343 Says There Are 'Glorious Plans Afoot' For Halo Infinite This Summer
"We know that game videos are worth at least 10,000 words"
Things are really beginning to ramp up for Halo Infinite, as this week's update has provided some tasty morsels on the game's development. Outside of confirmed features such as ultra-wide screen support on PC and full cross-play, it seems we're not far off some
Gallery Here's A First Look At Super Ultrawide Support In Halo Infinite PC
"This will be a Halo built for PC players, by PC players"
As you've probably heard by now, Microsoft has announced it remains committed to PC gaming in 2021 and beyond. As part of this, the PC version of Halo Infinite will be a "Halo built for PC players, by PC players." This build will offer "Ultra" graphic presets, triple keybinds, c
News Fall Guys Delayed For Xbox, No Longer Releasing This Summer
But it's getting cross-play when it finally arrives
If you were looking forward to the release of Fall Guys for Xbox consoles this summer, you'll be sad (like the little Fall Guy in the image!) to hear that the game has been delayed indefinitely by developer Mediatonic. According to the studio, the team's recent acquisition by Epic Games has meant...
News PlayStation Is Reportedly Surveying Fans About The Burnout Series
Could it actually make a comeback?
Burnout is still one of the most beloved racing series' of all time, so it's pretty crazy to think we haven't had a truly new entry in the series since all the way back in 2008, with the release of Burnout Paradise for Xbox 360. That game has since been remastered for Xbox One, but we're waiting on something...
News The First Two Of May 2021's Xbox Games With Gold Are Now Available
Build, drive, swing and fight your way through Gotham City
You can now begin downloading the first batch of May 2021's Xbox Games With Gold titles (one day early!), which are the Xbox One game Armello and Xbox 360 game Lego Batman. Both titles are available right now from the Microsoft Store (links at the bottom of the page) or by searching manually...
News These Six Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (April 30)
They're officially moving out
In case you'd forgotten, today marks the removal of six more games from the Xbox Game Pass library including Moving Out and Levelhead, with a bunch of old EA Sports FIFA games also leaving EA Play next week on May 6. Here are the six games set to leave before the end of the day on Game Pass:...
News Crash Bandicoot, Spyro Developer Toys For Bob Has Been Moved To Work On Call Of Duty
Is this the end for Crash Bandicoot?
It looks like any plans for a new Crash Bandicoot or Spyro the Dragon title may have to wait, as Toys for Bob has been shifted by Activision to help assist Raven Software on the development of Call of Duty. More specifically, Season 3 for Call of Duty: Warzone. The developer broke the news on Twitter, revealing...
News The Resident Evil Village Demo Is Available To Pre-Load Now On Xbox
Go, go, go!
If the idea of being against the clock to play the Resident Evil Village demo has got you sweating, then Capcom is here to ease the burden a little bit by allowing you to pre-download it now ahead of it going live this weekend. The time limited demo has been extended from 24 hours to a week, but you can prepare yourself ahead as the...
Random This Xbox Series X Plant Pot Is Unbe-Leaf-Able
You grow girl!
Aloe there! Okay, we'll stop with the puns now. Many criticised the Xbox Series X's basic design when it was first revealed, but the sheer creativity people have made out of a box shaped console has been staggering. Xbox Canada on Twitter has even got in the fun, sharing an image of a plant pot that acts as a replica Series X...
Rumour Hitman 3 Dev Working With Xbox On 'Fantastical' Dragon RPG
The mother of dragons
The rumour mill just keeps turning, as more potential partnerships and games from Xbox are said to be underway. The most recent one points to a collaboration between IO Interactive and Xbox on a dragon related game. Back in February, Jez Corden of Windows Central Gaming shared a GIF related to dragons, beginning the...
Thursday29th Apr 2021
Random Another Phil Spencer Appearance, Another Shelf Full Of Easter Eggs To Investigate
Zoom and enhance!
In a growing trend that always gets the internet talking, Phil Spencer appeared in another stream last night and the fabled shelf of goodies returned. The return has already got fans speculating what the Easter Eggs could possibly be. As part of Gamesbeat Live 2021, Spencer made an appearance to talk about Gaming for Everyone at...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (April 29 - May 2)
Get behind the wheel of a true Monster Truck simulation
It's time for another batch of Free Play Days titles! Two more games are available to play for free this weekend for Xbox Live Gold members, and they're ready to download right now. So, what's on offer? We've got both the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S versions of Monster Truck Championship...
Deals 'Golden Week Sale' Now Live On Xbox, 100+ Games Included
Save up to 75% on Japan-inspired games
We were treated to a relatively small selection of 90+ games in the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight Sales earlier this week on Xbox, but now a new Golden Week Sale has added another 140+ games to that list. This sale is focused on (mostly) Japan-inspired games, and you can save up to 75% on a whole bunch...
News The Destroy All Humans! Remake Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
"The cult-classic returns!"
Ready to cause some havoc? Last year's remake of the original Xbox game Destroy All Humans! is now available with Xbox Game Pass, available on console, PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming. "One giant step on mankind!" If you never had a chance to play the original, the game sees you taking the reigns of evil alien Crypto-137, using...
News Insider Teases More FPS Boost Games Are Coming 'Very Soon'
But how soon?
This year we've been introduced to FPS Boost, which is a fantastic feature from the backwards compatibility team at Xbox. Through their magic, they've managed to increase the frame rate on a ton of older generation games, and the results have been nothing less than fantastic. As always with new features though, we always want more, so...
News FIFA 21 Kicks Off With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Next Week
All thanks to EA Play
It was announced earlier this month that EA's FIFA 21 was coming to EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at some point in May, and now the company has confirmed it will officially arrive on Thursday, May 6. This means you'll be able to play the full game at no extra charge if you're a member of either service, and as far as we...
News Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Is Getting A Free Xbox Series X Upgrade This Summer
This is where the fun begins
After being rated for Xbox Series X in Germany last month, the team over at StarWars.com has announced today that Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is officially getting a free upgrade for all next-gen consoles this summer. No details have been announced as of yet, but we're assuming EA will provide more information soon...
Rumour 'Someone' Is Reportedly Developing A Mandalorian Game
Could it be another Xbox Game Studios project?
Disney's Star Wars series The Mandalorian has the potential to be adapted into an absolutely amazing video game, but what are the chances of it actually happening? Over the past few days, there's been a pretty wild rumour suggesting another Xbox studio is working with Lucasfilm IP. This is believed to...
Feature Game Pass Gems: The Destroy All Humans! Remake Is Nostalgic Fun
A blast from the past
Games strive to be the next 'big' thing, with complex narrative stories, brutal difficulty, or superb artistic direction. But there was a time when the main goal was to deliver simple fun, such as blasting a cow to smithereens with a Disintegrator Ray. That's where the Destroy All Humans! Remake comes in, as it brings the...
News Years Later, It Looks Like Outer Wilds Is Getting Some New Content
The cat's out of the bag
Well, this is surprising. The award winning and much loved Outer Wilds seems to be getting some new content in the future, after a leak has pretty much been confirmed by the teams involved. As spotted on Steam's records by one Twitter user, there's a file for something called "Outer Wilds - Echoes of the Eye"...
News Halo Infinite Will Support Cross-Play And Cross-Progression
Take the fight across platforms
We're getting small nuggets of Halo Infinite news fairly regularly these days, with the most recent announcement being that the game will support cross-play and cross-progression when it launches later this year. The news was announced in a recent Xbox Wire post, which looked at the company's focus on PC gaming. It...
News Unsurprisingly, Epic Doesn’t Want To Put Fortnite On Xbox Cloud Gaming
Epic doesn't want to play ball
The Xbox Cloud Gaming service is limited to just Xbox Game Pass titles right now, but should it expand beyond that, you'll probably be shocked (not) to know that Epic Games has no intention of adding Fortnite to the library. Per the ongoing legal case between Apple and Epic Games over the distribution of Fortnite, a...
News Sci-Fi Horror The Persistence's Xbox Series X Upgrade Arrives This June
Time to amplify the scares
Update: We now have a date! The Persistence: Enhanced Edition will be launching for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on June 4, and here's what Graeme Ankers, Managing Director at developer Firesprite had to say about it: “We’re really excited to debut The Persistence on next-generation hardware, bringing improvements...
News Team Xbox Is Making Improvements For PC Gamers & Developers
"We think that we’re headed in the right direction"
Matt Booty, Head of Xbox Game Studios, has today outlined Microsoft’s "continued investments" for PC gaming, which includes a selection of improvements coming soon for both players and developers. On the player side, in addition to the arrival of Xbox Cloud Gaming for PC, Microsoft is...
News Konami Is Making Italian Side Napoli Exclusive To Pro Evolution Soccer
They won't be in FIFA much longer
Konami made a big splash a few years ago when it made Serie A giants Juventus exclusive to eFootball Pro Evolution Soccer - taking them away from EA's mammoth FIFA series - and Napoli is the latest team to get that treatment. Under the terms of the new deal, Napoli will no longer be officially licensed in FIFA, but...
Random Mamma Mia! We're Loving This Sea Of Thieves & Fallout Artwork
Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?
We're all well aware the Xbox social media team is very good at generating a buzz, and that's exactly what happened last night when the team posted this brilliant rendition of Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody on Twitter. Of course, instead of the Queen members, the folks at Xbox swapped them with two characters...
News Halo: The Master Chief Collection Has Over 10 Million Players On PC Alone
"The vast majority of them being brand new to the franchise"
The comeback story of Halo: The Master Chief Collection has been pretty incredible to watch play out. When it first launched, the servers pretty much made the online unplayable for a lengthy amount of time. Yet here we are, all these years later, and not only does the game run like a dream...
Wednesday28th Apr 2021
News Mysterious Ubisoft Game Suddenly Appears On The Microsoft Store
And then quickly gets removed
Surprise! A new Ubisoft title emerged on the Microsoft Store earlier today, but nobody has any idea what it is, where it came from, or how it even came to be. According to the description, it was intended for an internal test. Originally under the guise of Incursion VMC, the title later changed to VMC Only, before it...
News PC Games Are Becoming Playable On Xbox, Even With Mouse & Keyboard
Think of the possibilities
We highlighted a video back in early March which showed an Xbox Insider playing PC games on their Xbox through NVIDIA's GeForce Now service, all thanks to the capabilities of the new Microsoft Edge app on Xbox. That app is still only available for Xbox Insiders for now, but it's moved on quite considerably, adding full...
Roundup These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox In May 2021
Resident Evil, Mass Effect and much more!
We're already getting close to halfway through the year, and May 2021 looks like a pretty busy one in the world of Xbox! We're kicking things off with a few big games in the first week, including Resident Evil Village, and we've also got the likes of Rust Console Edition and Mass Effect Legendary Edition on...
News Titanfall 2 Fans Are Planning To Play Online All At Once This Weekend
"The servers might catch on fire"
You might have seen recently that Titanfall 2 has enjoyed a resurgence on Steam, and now the Titanfall community is planning a big playdate this weekend on May 1st in order to share their love for the game. The campaign stemmed from a couple of TikTok users called
News The Sinking City Stealth Launches On Xbox Series X
But no free upgrade for Xbox One players
When The Sinking City got a PlayStation 5 version, it seemed unusual that the game missed the opportunity to arrive on Xbox Series X|S. It seems it was just a little delayed, as the game is available on the next-gen system from today. The Lovecraftian adventure is developer Frogwares' most ambitious title to...
News CDPR Releases Hotfix 1.22 For Cyberpunk 2077, Here's Everything Included
Mainly focusing on quest fixes
Here we are again with another Cyberpunk 2077 patch. Surprisingly, this hotfix is a lot lighter than more recent updates and looks to rectify "the most frequently reported issues since the last patch." Mainly focusing on quest and open world issues, here's everything you can expect in Hotfix 1.22: This update...
News The Xbox Team Is Investigating An Issue With DVDs On Xbox Series X
"Appreciate you flagging it"
Had any issues watching DVDs on your Xbox Series X? Reports of this have been low, but nevertheless they exist, and a specific issue makes watching select DVDs impossible at the moment because of a bug. As reported by multiple Twitter users, this problem sees the picture turning green and glitching out when trying to...
News Xbox Hardware Revenue Up 232% Thanks To 'Continued Demand' For Xbox Series X|S
And Microsoft's overall gaming revenue has grown by 50% year-over-year
Microsoft's FY21 Q3 results have revealed the gaming side of its business has experienced massive growth. Gaming revenue increased by 50% year-over-year resulting in $3.53 billion in total for the third financial quarter. Xbox revenue experienced a 232% jump thanks to the...
News Second Extinction Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Big map. Big dinosaurs. Big guns.
If you've been looking forward to the release of co-op shooter Second Extinction, we've got some good news! The game is now available to download and play on console, PC and cloud with Xbox Game Pass. For those who haven't been keeping up, the game is an online FPS in which you take on hordes of mutated dinosaurs...
Talking Point How Many Microsoft Rewards Points Are You Sitting On Right Now?
Saving up for anything special?
The Microsoft Rewards program has become highly popular with Xbox users over the past couple of years, allowing you to earn points for completing basic tasks that can be converted into Xbox Gift Cards. We've gone into lots of detail about Microsoft Rewards elsewhere on Pure Xbox, so check out our full guide for a...
News Metro Exodus Xbox Series X Rating Suggests The Next-Gen Version Is Not Far Off
Fingers crossed it's not much longer
Update: It's been announced today that Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition is coming to PC as soon as May 6, but there's no word on the console versions yet. Hopefully we won't have to wait too much longer! Original story: The upcoming Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S version of Metro Exodus (which is a fr
News Microsoft Expects Xbox Series X Shortages Until At Least June 2021
The company is still seeing "significant demand"
It's no secret that grabbing an Xbox Series X|S is like gold dust right now. It's incredibly tough, with scalpers and low stock levels playing a major part in the scarcity. Unfortunately, it looks as though supply issues are going to continue till at least June 2021, as Microsoft's third quarter...
News Dirt 5 Dev Says He Doesn't See The Xbox Series S As A Hinderance
"It's absolutely fine in all the right places"
There have been many conflicting thoughts about the Xbox Series S. Will it hold back this generation? Or will it simply allow more people to get on board? Fans, and even some developers seem to be split into two camps. In a recent Game On Daily podcast, Dirt 5's technical director, David...
News Watch Dogs: Legion's First Roadmap Content Now Launches Next Week
It was delayed to ensure it's in the best possible shape
Last month we got a look at the upcoming content for Watch Dogs: Legion with an extensive roadmap from Ubisoft. The first major title update was expected to drop this month, but has since been pushed to May 4. Title Update 4.0 is set to add a new paid DLC character known as Mina Sidhu, who...
Interview Talking Second Extinction With Game Director Simon Vickers
'Xbox Game Pass really felt like a no brainer'
The time has arrived! Second Extinction has arrived on Xbox Game Pass and is available to play right now, serving as a 3-player co-op shooter in which your goal is to wipe out the mutated dinosaurs that have taken over the planet. It's a great game to play with friends, as we recently highlighted in our...
News Gearshifters Brings Top-Down Vehicle Combat To Xbox This Year
Go to war against extreme-machine bosses
Numskull Games and Red Phantom Games have today announced Gearshifters, which is a a high-intensity top-down vehicle combat game, combining classic shoot-em-up retro arcade gameplay with rogue-like elements. It's being developed by Richard Ogden of Colin McRae Rally 2.0 and TOCA Championship Racing fame, and...
News Resident Evil Re:Verse Has Been Delayed Until The Summer
The release date has been reversed
Resident Evil Re:Verse was expected to launch as free multiplayer title for those who purchased Resident Evil Village. While that's still the case, it will no longer be available alongside Village's release on May 7, and instead will be launching sometime later this summer. According to an email to Resident Evil...
Tuesday27th Apr 2021
News Here's What Time Second Extinction Goes Live On Xbox Game Pass
It's almost time to reclaim Earth!
Second Extinction is a 3-player cooperative shooter in which your goal is to wipe out the mutated dinosaurs that have taken over the planet, and it's launching with Xbox Game Preview and Xbox Game Pass this Wednesday, April 28. And now, we also have an official time of when it will be available! According to the...
News Another Substantial Assassin's Creed Valhalla Patch Has Dropped
New skills, bug fixes, and more
Assassin's Creed Valhalla is no stranger to patches, and this next one is another doozy. It's packed with new skills, quest fixes, and the ability turn the cinematic finisher moves on or off. Title update 1.21.1 weighs in at 16GB on Xbox Series X|S and 12.8GB on Xbox One. The biggest inclusion is the three new...
Hands On Second Extinction Feels Tailor-Made For Xbox Game Pass
Our verdict after a few hours with the Xbox version
There's a lot of buzz in the Xbox community surrounding the release of co-op dinosaur shooter Second Extinction, which arrives on Xbox Game Pass as part of the early access Xbox Game Preview program this Wednesday, April 28. Ahead of its launch, we had a chance to go hands-on with the game this...
News Apple Devices Now Support The Xbox Series X Wireless Controller
iOS 14.5 is live
Apple has rolled out its latest update for iOS - meaning its devices now support Xbox Series X|S controllers. As highlighted by Microsoft's Jason Ronald, it's the best way to enjoy remote play and xCloud on iOS devices. iOS 14.5 has also added support for Sony's PlayStation 5 controller. To pair your Xbox controller with an Apple...
News Midnight Club: LA Surprisingly Returns To The Xbox Store
It's got to be an error, right?
You might remember last year that a bunch of classic games unexpectedly returned to the Xbox Store despite previously being delisted, and it seems to have happened again today with Midnight Club: Los Angeles. Bizarrely, the Xbox 360 racer has returned to the old Xbox 360 Marketplace as a purchasable title, although...
News Pirate RPG King Of Seas Is Getting A Demo On Xbox Today
Pre-orders for the game are also live
If you're eager to get on a cruise but are currently land bound due to global restrictions, then fear no more, as Team 17's pirate RPG King of Seas is setting sail with a demo on Xbox from today. Ahead of its launch next month on May 25, players will be able to get a taste of the seven seas, as they battle...
Rumour It Looks Like We Know When Elden Ring Is Getting Revealed
Hopefully not much longer to wait
Earlier this year it appeared the Elden Ring trailer leaked in some terrible early 2000s mobile phone footage. While it was not the way fans wanted to experience their first look at gameplay, it seemed pretty likely that the real footage would be dropped soon - but we're still waiting. Another leak has now come...
News NieR Replicant's Console Version Reportedly Runs Best On Series X
Load times, resolution, and more are said to excel on Xbox
Despite not having a native next-gen version, NieR Replicant is still drawing power from the beasts that are the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and as a result, is said to be demonstrating some impressive results. In a new comparison video from YouTuber ElAnalistaDeBits, which looks at...
Deals 90+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (April 27 - May 4)
Deals with Gold & Spotlight offers
Update: Microsoft has since added to this list with another 100+ games in the form of 'Golden Week' and Star Wars sales. We haven't included these in the table below, but you can check out full roundups elsewhere on Pure Xbox.
News It Takes Two Is Metacritic's Xbox Series X Game Of The Year So Far
After 1/3 of 2021, It Takes Two takes top spot!
We're about to find ourselves one third of the way through 2021, and looking back at the period between January and late April, the highest-rated next-gen Xbox release on Metacritic was EA's brilliant co-op adventure, It Takes Two. There haven't been too many major releases to mention of course, but...
News The New 'Electric Volt' Xbox Series X Controller Is Now Available
The first of two new controller designs
It feels like a long time ago now, but Microsoft announced back in late March that two new Xbox Series controllers would be hitting the market very soon, and the first of those is now available in the form of 'Electric Volt'. If you're in the UK, you can also enter the following competition to win one: The...
Deals All 10+ Classic Xbox Games In This Week's Sales (April 27 - May 4)
Xbox 360 and original Xbox titles
This week's selection of Xbox Deals is now live, and as usual, we've got another (small) selection of original Xbox and Xbox 360 classics to take advantage of, with all of them included part of Deals with Gold. Below, we've included every single Xbox 360 and original Xbox game available over the next week, but be...
Rumour Xbox To Give An Update Later This Week On Its 'Commitment' To PC Gaming
But what could it be?
Xbox is firing on all cylinders since the release of Xbox Series X|S. Game Pass is growing in value, while backwards compatibility continues to thrive with FPS Boost. Alongside this, there's a heavy community of Xbox fans on PC, and a new rumour suggests the company will be providing an update for what those players can expect...
News Let's Build A Zoo Is An Expansive Management Sim Coming To Xbox
Create your own animal empire
Descenders publisher No More Robots has today announced its latest game entitled Let's Build a Zoo, which takes the form of a "cute, expansive management sim" featuring over 300,000 different types of animal! The game will allow you to control everything that happens in your park, import a variety of animals from...
News Xbox Academy Aims To Teach School Pupils Video Game Development
Beats doing maths
In news we're completely not jealous about, Microsoft is introducing the latest stage of Xbox Academy with a workshop intended to inspire teenagers to become the next future game developers. Xbox Academy will be part of Microsoft’s Work Experience Week on May 10, and is available for year 9 and 10 pupils in the UK. Across the...
Video Here's A New Look At Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries Mode
Take the fight to them
We're so close to the release of Resident Evil Village we can almost taste it, and Capcom definitely hasn't pumped the brakes on promoting the game. In fact, the throttle has been pushed all the way forward as more and more news drops every day. Now, we have a new look at the game's Mercenaries mode, and what players can...
Monday26th Apr 2021
News Here Are Your Xbox Games With Gold For May 2021
Four more games are on the way
Microsoft has officially announced all four Xbox Games With Gold titles for May 2021! These games are available to download for free for Xbox Live Gold members (including subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate). Here's the complete list of titles you can look forward to in May: Xbox Series X / Xbox One: Armello...
Feature These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (April 27-30)
Here's what's on the way
Welcome to your weekly Xbox roundup! We've got a couple of big games on the way this week including Second Extinction as part of Xbox Game Pass, and look - lots of games optimised for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S! Here's what's coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One this week: New Xbox Releases (April 27-30):...
News Marvel's Avengers Accidentally Leaks Its Upcoming MCU Outfits
Avengers assemble!
When Crystal Dynamics outlined the road map for Marvel’s Avengers' upcoming months, it was said that the Marvel Cinematic Universe outfits would be making their way to the game as part of paid DLC. Now, it seems those designs have been revealed a bit prematurely, as an in-game glitch is claimed to have unveiled them. The glitch...
Rumour Starfield Will Be An Xbox Exclusive, Could Release This Holiday
"Microsoft is trying their hardest to get the game out"
We've had small rumblings of Starfield for a while now, but this rumour could be the biggest yet if true. One insider is claiming that not only could the game release by the year's end, but it may also be an Xbox exclusive. As per the recent Xbox Two podcast (at 1:34:10), industry insider Rand...
News Capcom Arcade Stadium Is Bringing 32 Classic Games To Xbox This May
A blast from the past
Update: A new trailer from Capcom has now revealed it will be releasing on May 25 for Xbox One. Not long to go! Original story: Following its launch on the Nintendo Switch yesterday, it was also confirmed Capcom Arcade Stadium will be arriving for Xbox One in the future, bringing a collection of 32 classic games. Relive the...
News Respawn Becomes The First Ever Game Studio To Win An Oscar Award
Congratulations!
Respawn has made video game history, as it's become the first gaming studio to win an Academy Award. The win in question was for Best Documentary (Short Subject), with its work on the Medal of Honor documentary, Colette. The film was originally created to tie into the VR exclusive Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond, but still manages...
News It's Official, Dragon Quest Builders 2 Is Coming To Xbox And Game Pass
It'll be with us as soon as next week
Update: Microsoft has made it official! Dragon Quest Builders 2 is arriving on Xbox consoles as soon as next Wednesday, May 4th, and it'll be arriving on Xbox Game Pass (including PC and cloud) on the same day. "Also, as an Xbox Play Anywhere title, you can play Dragon Quest Builders 2 on Xbox and PC with...
News EA's Knockout City Launches Day One With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
Arriving as part of EA Play
We've got another confirmed Xbox Game Pass addition for May 2021, and it's a day one launch! EA's Knockout City will be heading to the Ultimate version of the service on May 21, included as part of EA Play. The game is described as a "dodgebrawler" in which you compete in epic dodgeball battles across Knockout City from...
News Resident Evil Village's Overly Complicated Time Limited Demo Is Getting Extended
Get your planners ready
When Capcom announced the Resident Evil Village demo details, they confused the community to no end. There were exclusive arrangements with PlayStation, and Xbox players can finally gain access this weekend through a time limited arrangement. Originally, it was only for a period of 24 hours, but after fan feedback from a...
News Xbox Fans Think Forza Horizon 5 Might Be Heading To Mexico
Will we see it this year?
Forza Horizon 5 is the hot topic at the moment, even though it hasn't actually been officially announced yet! The latest speculation is centred around its location, which according to some teases, might be Mexico. Xbox fans have picked up on a few cryptic tweets from insiders recently, such as Windows Central's Jez Corden,...
Mini Review Judgment - A Fantastic Yakuza Spin-Off That Looks Better Than Ever On Xbox Series X
I hereby find you, excellent!
Right out of the gate - if you've ever been interested in the Yakuza series but turned off by the number of entries, then Judgment is the game for you. It's a fantastic insight into the world that the franchise has built, but under the guise of a new eye. The game sets itself as a perfect starting point for newcomers,...
Rumour Could Ryse: Son Of Rome Seriously Be Getting A Sequel?
We really don't want to get our hopes up...
Ryse: Son of Rome was one of the most popular Xbox One launch titles back in 2013, and even eight years later, it remains a visual showcase. You should definitely check it out on Xbox Game Pass if you can! There's been talk of a potential sequel for years now, but those talks ramped up again just a few...
News Ghosts 'N Goblins Resurrection Rises From The Dead On Xbox This May
The classic platforming series returns
Update: The new trailer reveals the game will be launching on June 1 for Xbox One. Not only that, but the
News Microsoft's Latest Xbox Series S Ad Targets Fortnite At 120FPS
"You're going to want those extra frames"
Microsoft has released its latest ad for the Xbox Series S, and like the Forza Horizon 4 focused ad before it, this version is also targeting one specific game in the form of free-to-play battle royale Fortnite. It's perfect timing considering that all free-to-play games were unlocked last week, meaning...
News EA's FPS Boost Titles Boast 'Fantastic' Results, Says Analysis
Most games are said to run perfectly on Xbox Series X & S
Digital Foundry has spent the weekend providing an in-depth analysis over some of the recently added EA titles to the FPS Boost library. The results seem to be impressive, with a particular emphasis being thrown to 120FPS players, which Digital Foundry has said is "fantastic news" for that...
Poll Are You Happy With May 2021's Xbox Games With Gold?
What do you make of the selection?
Microsoft has officially announced May 2021's Xbox Games with Gold, giving us a look at four more games we'll be able to play at no extra charge with our Gold memberships next month. In case you missed it, the games are Xbox One titles Armello and Dungeons 3, along with Xbox 360 (backwards compatible) games LEGO...
Random Did You Know Halo's Cortana Voiced Princess Peach?
Sorry Chief, Cortana is in another castle
In a special crossover article here at Pure Xbox, we're sharing a fact our friends over at Nintendo Life informed us about that we weren't actually aware of! One of the prominent ex-voices of Nintendo's Princess Peach (as well as Toad and Toadette) is also the voice of our very own Cortana from the Halo...
News Hood: Outlaws And Legends Will Feature Ray-Tracing On Xbox Series X
The latest game to join the list
We're now just two weeks away from the release of Hood: Outlaws and Legends on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and the game will reportedly feature ray-tracing on the next-gen consoles. This was confirmed in an interview with Wccftech, where Game Director Andrew Willans explained that the team was...
News Planet Coaster Calls The Ghostbusters To Action In New Xbox DLC
Who you gonna call?
Planet Coaster: Console Edition has quietly been building up a lot of post-launch content since its release last year, with everything from spooky themed packs to oriental themed rides being added. The game is now getting a licensed p
News Xuan-Yuan Sword VII Brings The Action Packed Series To The West This Summer
Could be a surprise summer hit
You'd be forgiven for not knowing what the Xuan-Yuan Sword series is, but it's actually been a pretty big deal in Asia. The first title released back in 1990, and has continued to be a popular force over there for some time. Now, Xuan-Yuan Sword VII is making its way to Xbox One this summer, making a first for western...
Sunday25th Apr 2021
News Xbox Adds More Perks For Game Pass Ultimate Members (April 2021)
Here's what you can claim for free this month
The Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks program hasn't had the busiest of starts to the year, but we've had a few more goodies arrive in April for games such as Apex Legends, Phantasy Star Online 2 and Warframe. We've listed all of these below, along with the Sea of Thieves Perk from last month which i
Guide Everything You Need To Know About Second Extinction On Xbox Game Pass
Release date, Xbox Series X version, game details & more
These day one Xbox Game Pass releases are coming thick and fast at the moment! The next is Systemic Reaction's dinosaur shooter Second Extinction, which drops on Xbox Game Preview and Game Pass on Wednesday, April 28. Ahead of its release, we thought we'd put together a quick guide so you...
News Dirt 5's Player Numbers Have Been 'Shockingly Huge' On Xbox Game Pass, Says Dev
"It's been absolutely fantastic"
Codemasters' Dirt 5 is one of many highly-anticipated Xbox Game Pass titles that have entered the service already so far this year, and according to the game's director, its inclusion has been a massive success for the game. Speaking as part of the GameOnDaily podcast, technical director David Springate explained...
Rumour Is IO Interactive Working On Some Kind Of Deal With Xbox?
"Keep an eye on IO Interactive"
The latest episode of the Xbox Two podcast took place last night on YouTube, and as part of it, Windows Central editor Jez Corden appeared to hint that Xbox might be working on some kind of deal with Hitman studio IO Interactive. Asked about whether Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment acquisition talks would...
Gallery Here's A Look At 343's Custom Game Browser For Halo: MCC
"We cannot wait to get it into your hands"
In a new flighting and development update for Halo: The Master Chief Collection, 343 Industries has announced the long-awaited Custom Game Browser is about to be in the hands of players. This feature was originally confirmed in 2018, but 343 decided to hold off in order to polish each game in the collection...
Saturday24th Apr 2021
News The New Internet Browser On Xbox Is Adding Keyboard & Mouse Support
Available for some Xbox Insiders right now
The Microsoft Edge internet browser for Xbox has infamously never supported mouse and keyboard throughout the entire Xbox One generation, but it looks like that's all about to change with the new version. As highlighted by The Verge's Tom Warren on Twitter, Xbox Insiders in the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring are...
Feature Game Pass Gems: Help, I’m Stupidly Addicted To Hollow Knight
One of the best games in Xbox Game Pass
I keep hearing that 2021 has 'no games' - but my backlog says otherwise. Even not counting the years of games I'm yet to catch up on, this year is already adding a stupid amount into my pile. Then there's Xbox Game Pass, a service which continuously adds more and more games for me to discover and test...
Talking Point What May 2021 Xbox Games With Gold Do You Want?
Are we going to get a good batch?
It's almost that time again - more Xbox Games with Gold titles will be announced very soon! The month of April has seen Vikings: Wolves of Midgard, Truck Racing Championship, Dark Void and Hard Corps: Uprising all given away for free for Xbox Live Gold subscribers, and another four games will soon be on the way. If...
PSA The Tunic Demo Is Back On PC, And Here's Some Gameplay Footage
No sign of an Xbox demo, sadly
There's a lot of excitement surrounding the upcoming Xbox console launch exclusive Tunic right now, and if you own a PC, you can get access to the game's free demo on Steam this weekend until Monday, April 26. IGN has shared some footage of the demo in the YouTube video above, but keep in mind this is the same demo we...
News 343 Has 'No Plans' To Add Bots To Halo: MCC Right Now
But is aware of fan requests
Earlier in the week, a modding Discord uncovered an "ADD_BOT.png" file in the Season 5 update for the Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Of course, it led to a lot of speculation on social media that bots might be on the way, but it's now been officially confirmed nothing is on the horizon - at least in the immediate...
News Farming Simulator 22 Fertilises Your Xbox Console Later This Year
Sorry Halo, we've got bigger priorities
It's the announcement you've been waiting for! Farming Simulator 22 is officially on the way later in 2021, and it'll be digging up the weeds on your Xbox One, Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S when it makes its long-awaited arrival. We don't know too much about it just yet, but it's been promised that the game...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 24th)
Hitting any homers?
Welcome to the weekend! There's lots to check out on Xbox over the next few days, including the new release of MLB The Show 21 on Xbox Game Pass, two more Free Play Days titles, 300+ games in the weekly sales, and 13 brand-new FPS
Friday23rd Apr 2021
News Xbox Game Pass: Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In April 2021
The latest Game Pass reveals and updates
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games that are coming soon and leaving soon in April 2021? It can be pretty difficult to keep track of all the comings and goings in the world of Xbox Game Pass every week, so we've put together this handy guide to provide an overview of what's happening this...
News Call Of Duty: Warzone Is Getting An Official Xbox Series X Upgrade
There's a dedicated team working on it
Good news for fans of Call of Duty: Warzone! Not only has the game been made free-to-play with Xbox Live Gold on Xbox this week, but Raven Software has also confirmed that it's working on a proper next-gen upgrade for the game. Speaking to CharlieIntel, the studio explained that it has a “dedicated...
News That House Of The Dead Remake Is Probably Also Coming To Xbox
Just to give you a heads up
You might have seen last week during the latest Nintendo Indie World Showcase that Forever Entertainment announced a remake of the original House of the Dead, and it's probably coming to Xbox as well. The existence of this game was actually revealed all the way back in 2019, along with a remake of House of the Dead 2,...
News Xbox Downloads Getting Stuck? This Incoming Fix Should Solve It
It's all to do with "finishing things up"
We've been seeing various reports over the past few months that some Xbox downloads have been getting stuck right at the end - including updates - with the message constantly sticking on the phrase, "finishing things up." Based on what we've seen, this issue seems to last anywhere from a few hours to a few...
News As Expected, MLB The Show 21 Performs A Little Better On PS5 Than Xbox Series X
But the visuals are "basically identical"
We're still recovering from the shock of MLB The Show 21 not only launching on Xbox for the first time, but also joining Xbox Game Pass, although admittedly it looks like (as expected) the PlayStation 5 version performs the best. This is according to an analysis by the experts over at Digital Foundry, who...
Rumour Forza Horizon 5 Won't Be Set In Japan, According To Industry Insiders
That tofu delivery might have to wait
There have been ongoing rumours for a while now that the next entry in the Forza Horizon series will show up before the next mainline Forza Motorsport game, at some point this year. Now, to add to this, VentureBeat's Jeff Grubb and Xbox insider
News Chernobylite Brings Its RPG Survival Horror Experience To Xbox This June
With an Xbox Series X version later in the year
Looking for a new science-fiction survival horror experience? Good news! Chernobylite will officially be launching on Xbox One this June, with an Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S version also planned to release later this year. The game is described as an "RPG survival horror mixing the free...
News The Rust Console Edition Pre-Order Beta Is Now Live On Xbox
Just in time for the weekend
If you've been eagerly awaiting the release of Rust Console Edition on Xbox this May, then you'll probably be excited to know that the pre-order beta has gone live today, available all the way until May 6. Sadly, the only way to access this beta is via the Deluxe and
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Judgment
Out today for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S!
Today marks the official release of the remastered Yakuza spinoff Judgment for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S (a next-gen exclusive), which is
News Next-Gen Upgrade Can 'Influence The Atmosphere About Cyberpunk', Says CD Projekt
"The next-gen version will be crucial for longevity"
CD Projekt held its latest earnings call earlier this week, and talked a little bit about the planned free next-gen upgrade for Cyberpunk 2077, which is currently scheduled to arrive in the second half of 2021. Asked about the upgrade, VP of finance Piotr Nielubowicz highlighted it as one of the...
News Minecraft Dungeons' Touch Controls Are Proving Highly Popular On Xbox Game Pass
"It's above the goal we set for ourselves"
Minecraft Dungeons is one of the 50+ games that have received bespoke touch controls for Xbox Game Pass via Xbox Cloud Gaming so far, and according to Mojang Studios, the addition has gone down really well. Speaking to Windows Central, Mojang executive producer David Nisshagen explained that around 40% of...
News EE Is Giving Away 12 Months Of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate With Samsung Galaxy Phones
The perfect excuse to take out a new contract
Been thinking about picking up a new Samsung Galaxy contract recently? Here's an intriguing deal to consider, as UK mobile provider EE is giving away 12 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with select Samsung phones. Specifically, the deal is for the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, S21+ 5G, S21 Ultra 5G, S20 FE 5G...
Thursday22nd Apr 2021
News Microsoft Flight Simulator's Xbox Series X Port Is 'Going Awesome'
"Most of the work is now on the experience side"
There's undoubtedly a lot of excitement surrounding the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this summer, and the team at Asobo has shared some latest progress details for those versions. Speaking as part of the official Flight Sim SDK Q&A yesterday on Twitch,...
News Here's A Sneak Peek At A New Dynamic Background Coming To Xbox Series X & S
It looks lovely
Dynamic backgrounds are one of the features that differentiate the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S from the Xbox One. They're something PlayStation has had for a while, and finally made their way to us this generation. The initial selection comes with a fair few, but a look at a new upcoming theme shows us what's coming next. The...
News These 13 Games Are Getting FPS Boosts On Xbox Series X
It's a 120 frames per-second paradise!
Oh, we have got a treat for fans of 120fps gaming! Microsoft has revealed today that no less than 13 EA games are getting FPS Boosts on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and 12 of them now run at 120fps on Xbox Series X. Here's the full list, complete with specifications for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S:...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (April 22-25)
Experience one of the finest story-driven shooters of all time
It's time for another batch of Free Play Days titles! Two more games are available to play for free this weekend for Xbox Live Gold members, and they're ready to download right now. So, what's on offer? We've got one of the self-proclaimed "finest story-driven shooters of all time" in...
News EA Says 'Get Ready For A Full Reveal' Of The Next Battlefield Soon
"It has everything we love about Battlefield"
EA hasn't been quiet when it comes to development on the upcoming entry in the Battlefield series. We know it's currently being made, and we know it's coming this year. Yet, despite all the information we know, we haven't actually seen the game - but that's about to change soon, as the company has...
News Good News, Forza Motorsport Playtest Invites Are Starting To Be Sent Out
Were you one of the lucky ones?
Earlier this month we got word that the upcoming Forza Motorsport would be getting a variety of free playtests. The reason is to approach a new method to development, and allow fans to shape the game ahead of launch. It's now been confirmed that the first batch of invitations have gone out, with more expected over...
News PlayStation Is 'Exchanging Ideas' With Xbox For Its Cloud Gaming Strategy
"There’s some very interesting stuff"
Head of PlayStation Jim Ryan has highlighted that Sony is currently still in conversations with Microsoft about how to implement its cloud strategy, but the final, overall experience will ultimately "be unique and only on PlayStation.” The partnership between Sony and Microsoft for cloud gaming was...
News Just Die Already Is Bringing Its Old Age Pensioner Playground To Xbox This May
Fight back against the younger generation
Update: We finally have a date for when you’ll be able to play this unique old people simulator, as it’s been confirmed to be launching for Xbox One on May 20. You can check out the brand-new date announcement trailer above! If you’re a fan of games such as Goat Simulator, then you’re probably...
News BT Is Offering A Discount On Xbox Game Pass, But Don't Get Too Excited
Cash back!
If you've been holding off on signing up for Xbox Game Pass and happen to be a BT broadband user in the UK, then the company is offering the deal of a lifetime. Okay, so it's really not, but a saving is a saving, right? BT broadband customers are being offered the ability to add Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to their bill. The addition is...
Talking Point Would You Still Buy An Xbox Without Game Pass In 2021?
Has it become an essential add-on?
This week brought us the news that Xbox Game Pass reportedly now has 23 million subscribers, which means that five million more people have signed up since January. Those are some pretty insane numbers! And it's not really a surprise. Xbox Game Pass has been firing on all cylinders this year, from the inclusion of...
News The Creative Director Of Marvel's Avengers Has Jumped Ship
Says the game is still in "good hands"
It's been a difficult period for Crystal Dynamics since the launch of Marvel's Avengers on multiple platforms last September. While Square Enix is promising to stick with it (even after the game failed to recoup development costs) - not everyone on the team will be continuing on. O
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About NieR Replicant
The verdict so far
This Friday marks the release of NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139..., which is a remastered version of the original PS3 game NieR Replicant from 2010, released at the time as Nier Gestalt on Xbox 360. The first reviews of the remaster have gone live today, and we've gathered a quick overview below: Destructoid (8.5/10):...
News Tales Of Arise's Collector's Edition Is A Sight To Behold
We'll take them all, thanks
We're a sucker for a good old collector's edition here at Pure Xbox, and this Tales of Arise one just takes the mickey with how great it looks. Bandai Namco is really showing off with this one, and we'll be pre-ordering about 15 copies, thank you. Like most collector's edition games, you can expect to get a steelbook,...
Random This Xbox Game Pass Advert Is The Weirdest One Yet
Yeah, we’re not sure what to feel about this
In something we can never un-see, Xbox has shared a strange and weird Xbox Game Pass trailer, which attempts to convey some of the quality titles available on the service. Embodying the spirit of classic American sitcoms, the trailer replicates the intro to shows of that nature. Featuring a family of...
News CD Projekt Shares Impressive Sales Results For Cyberpunk 2077 And The Witcher Series
That's a lot of moolah
It's no surprise that both the Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher franchises have been extremely popular. The hype around both has reached astronomical levels, with heavy expectations put on CD Projekt and the games they make. But how well did they both do? The company has shared a few key stats which show just how well the...
News Biomutant's Latest Trailer Shows Us A Beautiful World We Want To Live In
What a wonderful world
Biomutant has the potential to be a surprise hit this year. We're only a few weeks away from its release, and THQ Nordic is ramping up the marketing for the game. The latest trailer focuses on the game's world, and honestly, it's gorgeous. Up until now, a lot of Biomutant's footage has focused on the elaborate and downright...
News Human: Fall Flat Is Getting An Xbox Series X Upgrade 'Very Soon'
As a lovely free upgrade for current owners
In the growing trend of every game and the kitchen sink coming over to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, developer No Brakes Games has confirmed Human: Fall Flat will be getting a free upgrade. In a blog post from the company, it was celebrated that the game has reached over 25 million players since its...
Wednesday21st Apr 2021
Guide All 50+ Free Games That No Longer Require Xbox Live Gold
You don't need to pay a thing!
Update (April 2021): Microsoft has now officially unlocked 50+ free-to-play games across various Xbox consoles for all users, meaning you no longer need an Xbox Live Gold membership to play them online. We've updated the full list of supported titles below! Original story (January 2021): We're sure you've seen by...
Rumour Sony Deal Will Bar Resident Evil Village From Xbox Game Pass
For at least one year
If you were hoping to see the next entry in the Resident Evil series get a surprise release on Xbox Game Pass in the near future, what you're about to read may come as a bit of a shock. According to supposed leaked documents - which appear to have come from last year's Capcom hack, Sony has done an exclusive deal with Capcom,...
News The Nintendo Switch Just Keeps Appearing At Xbox Events Right Now
It showed up again at Game Stack Live 2021
This time last week, it was suggested by a couple of industry names that Xbox might be working on some kind of partnership with Nintendo, and now the Switch has made another unlikely appearance as part of Game Stack Live 2021. Xbox boss Phil Spencer conjured up a lot of attention by including Nintendo's...
News AMD’s FidelityFX Tools Are Now Supported For Xbox Series X & S
"This development is very exciting to all at AMD"
Microsoft hosted the developer-focused Game Stack Live 2021 event yesterday, and as part of the show, AMD confirmed that its AMD FidelityFX toolkit is now available for developers to use on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. FidelityFX is described as helping to deliver "ultimate visual quality with...
News Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Now Has 23 Million Subscribers
That's five million more since January!
In recent months Xbox Game Pass has been knocking it out of the park with gargantuan releases, and that's reportedly been shown in its user base. As of April 20, it's said to have grown to 23 million subscribers. The claim comes from industry insider Jez Corden, who shared the statement on Twitter. The huge...
News Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic Remake Being Developed By Aspyr, Say Reports
You're getting our hopes up!
Star Wars fans have been asking for a reboot or remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic for years now, and it really does look like we're going to finally get something along those lines - at least eventually. It was reported at the start of the year by a couple of sources that some kind of KOTOR project was in...
Guide New To MLB The Show? Here Are Five Tips To Help You Get Started On Xbox Game Pass
It's time to step up to the plate
Welcome to The Show! This year marks the very first time MLB The Show has ever been available on the Xbox platform, and it just so happens that MLB The Show 21 has also launched into Xbox Game Pass on day one. We've already reviewed the game here at Pure Xbox, but we've been hearing from some members of the Pure...
News Necromunda: Hired Gun Is Really Starting To Look Impressive
Woah!
We first got wind of Necromunda: Hired Gun last month, as a Microsoft Store listing prematurely showed the game before its reveal. The initial trailer looked really promising, but this latest one has blown us away with how impressive it truly looks. The new FPS set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe looks like the perfect marriage of DOOM and...
News As Of Today, Free Games No Longer Require Xbox Live Gold
"Free-to-play now means free-to-play"
Microsoft has announced today that the Xbox Live Gold restriction has officially been removed from all free-to-play games on the Xbox platform, meaning that you don't need to pay anything in order to play them on your Xbox console. The decision to do this was originally announced back in January following a...
News Xbox Is Giving Away A Brand-New Gold Sea of Thieves Controller
A lovely piece of booty
We've seen some really wonderful looking controllers since the Xbox Series X launch. The only problem is, most of them are locked behind competitions, and this Sea of Thieves controller is the latest offender. This beautiful golden designed controller is any pirate lords dream and a true piece of booty to show off to all...
News Phil Spencer Congratulates Sony On The Release Of MLB The Show 21
"Really great to have the game out for everyone"
You may have missed it, but a little game known as MLB The Show 21 hit Xbox this week. But that's not all - it's also a Sony published game which just happens to have hit Xbox Game Pass. To mark its arrival, Xbox boss Phil Spencer has congratulated Sony on the unprecedented launch. After years of...
Video Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown Gets A New Cinematic Trailer
And confirmed platforms
Nacon has today unveiled the latest cinematic trailer for the upcoming Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, but unfortunately it doesn't treat us to any new gameplay footage or details on the racer for the time being. However, in a press release, it was confirmed that more information will be available in July 2021, so it looks...
News Tales Of Arise Finally Arrives On Xbox This September
About time!
After being pushed indefinitely out of last year, Bandai Namco has finally revealed that Tales of Arise will be coming to Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Xbox One on September 10 in the West. As reported by Famitsu and confirmed in a Japanese trailer, the game finally has a launch date. It was originally announced during Xbox's
Video Here's What Xbox Cloud Gaming Running On PC Looks Like
We can't wait to try it
Xbox Cloud Gaming has begun rolling out for both PC and iOS, but you'll need to be an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate member AND be invited to try it out. If you're still waiting and are eager to see how it runs, then luckily some early adopters have shared their experience with the service. Unlike the Android version of it, both PC...
News Rain On Your Parade Boasts A Massive Launch On Xbox Game Pass
"We're absolutely FLOORED by the reception"
Rain on Your Parade may have only dropped into Xbox Game Pass last week, but it's already managed to rake in a huge amount of players in less than seven days. The developer Unbound Creations has reported over a colossal 150,000 players have dived into it since its release. We know smaller games joining...
News Xbox Series X Controller Support Rolls Out On iOS Next Week
Finally!
We've known about Xbox Series X controller support being in beta testing on iOS devices for a while now, but last night's Spring Loaded Event from Apple confirmed the update is rolling out publicly sometime next week. iOS 14.5 has been in an extended beta testing cycle, but will finally be made public on the week commencing April 26...
News Xbox Is Now Officially A Partner Of The MLB's Toronto Blue Jays
"Stay tuned for more baseball action"
Team Xbox has really been getting behind the excitement of MLB The Show 21's release on Xbox and Xbox Game Pass this week - so much so, that Xbox has actually officially partnered with the MLB's Toronto Blue Jays! This was announced by Xbox Canada on Twitter yesterday afternoon: No further details have been...
News Mystical Adventure Grotto Warps Onto Xbox Later This Year
And it looks gorgeous
Brainwash Gang has announced that narrative-driven game Grotto will be heading to Xbox One later this year. The stylistic mystical adventure sees players controller the Soothsayer - a mysterious being who lives inside a grotto, who is sought out by a local tribe for his help to read upon the stars. The unique premise has you...
News Players Who Had Their Inventory Wiped In Outriders Are About To Get A Nice Surprise
As a way of saying sorry
Outriders got hit with a nasty bug at launch which saw certain players’ inventories getting wiped. While the issue has seemingly been prevented from happening again, those affected are still yet to receive their old goods back. But it’s not all bad news, as it seems those players may be getting back equipment better than...
News Life Is Strange: True Colors' Opening Scene Showcases The Leap In Visuals
It's looking seriously impressive
Life Is Strange: True Colors is expected to launch on September 10, but in the meantime Square Enix has provided a look at the game's opening scene which demonstrates an extraordinary leap in the series' graphics engine. The scene in question introduces us to Alex Chen, the game's protagonist, who spends the scene...
Tuesday20th Apr 2021
Random Here's Zelda: Twilight Princess Running On Xbox Series X
Thanks, Dev Mode
We've heard (and seen) how the Xbox Series X|S is great with emulation and now to continue this trend, Twitter user @GrimSimm has shared footage of the 2006 Wii title The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess in action on Microsoft's most powerful home console. Unsurprisingly, this was achieved with the console's development mode -...
News These Five Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (April 22-30)
The latest batch of titles
The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today unveiled another five games coming to the service soon, including the previously announced Second Extinction and the Destroy All Humans! remake. Here's a list of what's on the way in the near future: Date Game Platform April...
News Another Six Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (April 30)
They're getting ready to move out
Update: Microsoft has now confirmed that the following titles will leave on April 30, rather than May 1. Original story: Microsoft has unveiled the next set of six games that will be removed from Xbox Game Pass in the early part of May 2021, with the most notable of the bunch arguably being the popular 2020 party...
Wednesday21st Apr 2021
News Xbox Series X Mini Fridges Are Making Progress, Says Xbox Exec
We'll take the lot!
After winning a Twitter competition earlier this month, Xbox vowed to make the much meme'd Xbox Series X fridges a reality. That means in the future we could all be grabbing cans from our tiny fridges, or mistaking the actual console for one. It seems they're making good progress, as one Xbox exec has confirmed the fridges are in...
Tuesday20th Apr 2021
Review MLB The Show 21 - Xbox Fans, It's Finally Time To Play Ball
Welcome to The Show
Baseball fans never thought they'd see this moment arrive, but it's finally here! MLB The Show 21 is officially an Xbox game, not to mention a day one Xbox Game Pass addition, and seeing the little PlayStation intro sequence as you boot it up definitely takes some getting used to! Full disclaimer, we're not hardcore veterans of...
News WRC 9 Has Dropped To A Ridiculously Low Price On The UK Xbox Store
Update: It's even cheaper now!
Update (Tue 20th Apr, 2021 10:45 BST): This deal is getting better by the day! WRC 9 has now been slapped with a 60% discount on the Microsoft Store in the UK, bringing it to the ridiculous price of just £3.19. We're again assuming this is a mistake, but who knows! In any case, this is a fantastic deal. Original...
Deals 300+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (April 20-27)
It's a pretty huge selection this week
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection features discounts on over 300 games (!), spanning Deals with Gold and Spotlight sales, as well as LEGO / Resident Evil Franchise Sales and an Un-Halloween Horror Sale! We've highlighted a few of the most notable Xbox games offers in this...
News Here's A Look At The New Quick Resume Feature On Xbox Series X
We've been waiting a while for this
Yesterday we got word that a new Quick Resume feature was being rolled out to Xbox Preview Program members on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, which will enable users to see which games they currently have running via the system. To follow on, we now have an image of what that will look like, giving everyone...
Random Yes, You Can Actually Buy This Tom & Jerry Xbox Series X Skin
Looking a little square there, Tom
Poor Tom has been on the receiving end of some abuse throughout the history of Tom & Jerry. Sure he's constantly trying to capture Jerry, but can the poor cat just not catch a break? Over the years he's been turned into an assortment of shapes, including a square, so obviously, an Xbox Series X skin has been...
Deals All 20+ Classic Xbox Games In This Week's Sales (April 20-27)
Xbox 360 and original Xbox titles
This week's selection of Xbox Deals is now live, and as usual, we've got another sizeable selection of original Xbox and Xbox 360 classics to take advantage of, spanning various sales including a Resident Evil Franchise Sale! Below, we've included every single Xbox 360 and original Xbox game available over the next...
News Xbox Is Getting A Neat New Audio Feature For Higher Fidelity Sound
She call me Mr Boombastic
The Xbox Preview Program is getting some really cool features this week. Outside of having the ability to view all active Quick Resume titles, members can also use an Audio Passthrough feature, which will provide a welcome audio boost. For those that don't know, Audio Passthrough uses apps such as Netflix or Amazon Prime...
News Phil Spencer: Console Streaming Is Still Coming To Xbox Game Pass
"At some point it will, not yet"
Xbox boss Phil Spencer has been very talkative on social media lately, and has even been updating fans on current developments within the company. One of the questions posed to Spencer yesterday was in regards to Xbox Cloud Gaming coming to consoles, to which he confirmed it's still on the cards. When asked if...
Random Guess What, Even A Tesla Can Run Xbox Game Pass Now
And here's what Phil Spencer thinks about it
Since the release of Xbox Cloud Gaming on Android as part of Xbox Game Pass last year, we've seen it running on a variety of devices including an actual, real-life smart fridge, and now it's even been proven to run on a Tesla! Footage of this was shared by indie game dev Chris Woefel on Twitter earlier...
Rumour Don't Expect Gears 6 At E3, Xbox Has 'Too Much Else Going On'
Sounds like there's plenty more to keep us happy
Some good news - Xbox allegedly has a lot to show us at this year's E3. The bad news? One of those titles won't be the next Gears entry according to one industry insider. In Jeff Grubb's latest Game Mess Show, he was asked by one viewer the probability of Gears 6 being showcased during Xbox's E3...
News Microsoft And Discord Have Reportedly Ended Acquisition Talks
For now, at least
If you were following the news back in March, it was reported that Microsoft was in advanced talks to acquire the group-chat platform Discord, but now The Wall Street Journal is reporting that those talks have ended. The outlet states that according to its sources, Discord fielded interest from at least three companies about a...
News GameStop Will Have 'Sizable' Stock Of Xbox Series X Consoles This Wednesday
But only through Xbox All Access
It's that time again! GameStop has announced today that it will have "sizable" stock of Xbox Series X consoles as soon as this Wednesday, April 21, but they will only be available through the Xbox All Access program. The consoles will be released online beginning at 9am CT, as highlighted below: If you're not...
News Terrifying Cult Classic Song Of Horror Creeps Its Way Onto Xbox This May
Count us... out
It's been out on PC for a while now and become something of a cult hit among the community since its release, and now Song of Horror is making the leap to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on May 28. Players control one of 13 different characters in this new take on the survival-horror genre. Much like the horrifying entities that stalk...
News Sony's MLB The Show 21 Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Stepping up to the plate
Ready to step up to the plate? Sony San Diego's MLB The Show 21 is now officially available with Xbox Game Pass, with two versions available - one for Xbox One, and one for Xbox Series X & S. You're looking at a download size of just over 70GB on Xbox Series X, and 45GB on Xbox Series S and Xbox One consoles, and don't...
News Square Enix Has Plans To Make An Appearance At E3 2021
"Please keep your eyes peeled"
Along with companies such as Xbox and Ubisoft, it seems Square Enix is now joining the billing for E3 - despite not making an official announcement. As spotted and transcribed by Video Games Chronicle (thanks!), an interview at Japanese publication
News Celeste Developer Announces New '2D Explor-Action' Game, Earthblade
"I am so excited about this project"
Celeste was an absolute achievement in video game design, perfectly blending an emotional narrative with its hard-as-nails gameplay. It was never frustrating, but rather a constant testament to your own strengths. Developer Extremely OK Games knocked it out of the park, so the announcement of their new game...
News Overwatch Director Leaves Blizzard Entertainment After 19 Years
"It was truly the honor of a lifetime"
The director of Overwatch, Jeff Kaplan, has announced today that he's leaving Blizzard Entertainment. In a message on the Blizzard website and Twitter, Kaplan highlighted his 19 years as part of the company, where he originally started out back in 2002 as a designer on World of Warcraft, and thanked the fans...
Monday19th Apr 2021
Feature These 15+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (April 20-23)
Here's what's on the way
Welcome to your weekly Xbox roundup! It's actually a very busy one this week, with some major releases on the way including Sony San Diego's MLB The Show 21, which drops in Xbox Game Pass on Tuesday! Here's what's coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One next week: New Xbox Releases (April 20-23): Optimised For Xbox...
News Here's What's Included In The Xbox April 2021 Update
The latest new features for April
The Xbox April 2021 update has reportedly begun rolling out now to all Xbox users, and while it's not the biggest update we've seen over the past 12 months, it does add a few cool features and quality-of-life improvements. Here's a brief overview of what's on the way, with more details available at Xbox Wire:...
Rumour Xbox Game Studios Working On Four New IPs, Including A Spinoff Of An Existing IP
"One of them is not something I ever would have imagined"
Another day, another Xbox rumour. This one seems to be on the more plausible side however, which signals that there are currently four IPs in the works at Xbox Game Studios Publishing, one of which is based on an existing IP. During a recent GameOnDaily podcast (at the 12:35 mark), Window's...
News Yes, Lady Dimitrescu Will Stalk You In Resident Evil Village
This is either a blessing or a curse
The marketing campaign for Resident Evil Village is in full swing, so low and behold, we have some tasty new details. The most notable being that Lady Dimitrescu will stalk players throughout the game, much akin to Mr X from Resident Evil 2 Remake. A whole bunch of previews from the latest entry have gone live...
News Get Ready, More FPS Boosts Are Coming 'Soon' To Xbox Series X
We're writing our wishlists
Ready for the next set of FPS Boosts for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S? We haven't seen any additions since five Bethesda games were highlighted back in mid-March, but it looks like the next batch will be with us imminently. This is according to Xbox director of program management Jason Ronald, who was asked earlier...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About MLB The Show 21 On Xbox Game Pass
Release time, preload instructions, game details & more
It's almost time for another major Xbox Game Pass day one release! Sony and PlayStation Studios' MLB The Show 21 bizarrely drops on the service tomorrow, April 20th, available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Ahead of its full release, we thought we'd put together a quick guide...
Random GTA V Player Figures Out The Exact Number Of Kills Needed To Complete The Game
It's less than you might think
Ever wondered what the minimum amount of kills needed to complete Grand Theft Auto V is? Probably not, but that doesn't make these facts any less interesting, as one player has reportedly discovered the number! We've all pretended to follow the rules in the GTA series, but never to this extent. In a recent Reddit...
News Phil Spencer: The Energy In The Xbox Community Feels Great Right Now
"The team feeds off that energy"
Xbox boss Phil Spencer has been pretty active on social media today following the announcement that Xbox Cloud Gaming is launching in a "limited beta" for PC and iOS, and he's been answering questions from various fans. One of those questions centred around "the overall general feeling" on the Xbox team and...
News Xbox Cloud Gaming Arrives On PC, iOS In Beta Form This Week
"The limited beta is our time to test and learn"
It's been a long time coming, but now Microsoft has officially announced that a "limited beta" will begin for Xbox Cloud Gaming on PC and iOS devices as soon as tomorrow, April 20th for select Xbox Game Pass Ultimate users. The Xbox team says it will be sending out invites on a continuous basis to...
News Finally, Xbox Is Adding The Ability To View All Active Quick Resume Games On Series X
No more hidden running games
One of the best features on Xbox Series X|S is the ability to put games into a Quick Resume state, but the main problem people have had is not being able to see which games have been left running in the background. Thankfully, Xbox has been listening to our feedback and is introducing a way to help make this easier. As...
Random Tut Tut, Phil Spencer Has Been Playing Octopath Traveler During His Meetings
Ommmm, I'm telling!
We all know Phil Spencer loves his games. When he's not working he can often be found hitting up Destiny 2 with other Xbox fans, or even playing it while sitting in the airport. Well, Mr. Spencer has really dropped himself in it now, as he's admitted (again) he's been play
News Immortals Fenyx Rising's Diablo Inspired DLC Launches This Week
The third and final part of the season pass
Ubisoft has been releasing expansions for Immortals Fenyx Rising pretty consistently since its release, and the next expansion, The Lost Gods, will be releasing later this week on April 22. The third narrative DLC, and final part of the season pass, will differ from the main experience greatly. Unlike the...
News Amazon Has Reportedly Cancelled Its Upcoming Lord Of The Rings MMO
Cast to the fiery depths of Mount Doom
A Lord of the Rings MMO headed by Amazon was expected to release next year, but according to a new report, those plans have been scarpered due to a dispute between the company and Tencent. Back in 2019, Amazon announced it was working on a new MMO set within The Lord of the Rings universe. It roped in...
News Mind-Bending Lemnis Gate Launches On Xbox Series X This Summer
The best of wits and brawn
Just when you think the turn-based genre can't do anything fresh, here comes Lemnis Gate which aims to bring something new to the table. It's launching on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One this Summer. Trying to explain the game is a bit of task, but the basic premise is players using a 25 second time loop to attempt to take...
News Can You Believe It, Portal 2 Is Now Officially Ten Years Old
Hey Valve, it's time for Portal 3!
We're back again to make you feel old with another anniversary, as Valve's outstanding puzzle sequel Portal 2 officially celebrated its 10th anniversary over the weekend, first releasing back on April 18, 2011. The game came out for PC, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 at launch. and quickly went on to receive glowing...
News Double Fine Celebrates 16 Years Since Psychonauts Release
Happy birthday!
16 years ago on April 19, 2005, Double Fine released Psychonauts into the world, and little did they know the fanbase it would nurture over the years. To mark such an occasion, the team has celebrated its birthday on Twitter with some nostalgic throwbacks. The truly unique platformer may not have had the biggest launch, but over the...
Video New NieR Replicant Trailer Highlights Tons Of New Features
More than a new lick of paint
We're so close to NieR Replicant we can almost taste it, but that hasn't stopped Square Enix from dropping new details, the latest of which showcases some of the new content coming to the game. While it could have easily just been a simple remaster of the original game, the team has gone above and beyond to not only...
Sunday18th Apr 2021
Soapbox Even The Terrible Games Have Some Good In Them
Honestly, they do
Over the past couple of weeks I've had the immense pleasure of playing Balan Wonderworld. Okay, so it wasn't a pleasure and our review wasn't exactly glowing, but we have to give a notable shout out to the music, which is superbly charming in every possible way. It got me thinking about all the bad games I've dived into over the...
News The Elder Scrolls Online's Loot Box Items Won't Require Real Money Anymore
"We thought this was a very good add to the game"
We've got some good news for Elder Scrolls Online players, as Zenimax Online Studios has confirmed as part of a preview event that a new system is being added to make the game's loot box items obtainable for free. The system is set to arrive in June, and is called "Endeavors", introducing new daily...
News 343 Has 'No Plans' Right Now To Bring Mod Support To Halo: MCC On Xbox
The focus is currently on the PC version
For some time now, Halo: The Master Chief Collection players on console have been requesting mod support - similar to what Bethesda offers in Skyrim and Fallout 4 on Xbox platforms. Will developer 343 Industries ever offer Halo players something like this on Xbox Series X|S though? In the latest '
Saturday17th Apr 2021
News It's Official, Halo's Legendary Multiplayer Announcer Is Back For Halo Infinite
343 confirms
Although most fans were already pretty confident Jeff Steitzer would be returning as the voice of the multiplayer in 343 Industries' upcoming release Halo Infinite, it's now been officially confirmed. In the latest 'Ask343' YouTube video, a fan asked if Jeff - the "true sounds of Halo", would be returning in Master Chief's latest...
Random This Original Xbox 360 Kiosk Disc Is A Blast From The Past
It even uses the Blades dash!
Remember the launch of the Xbox 360 back in 2005? At the time, in-store retailers were using something called a Kiosk Demo Disc to advertise the system, and it's a pretty crazy nostalgia trip looking at it in 2021! Full credit for the video above goes to Digiex on YouTube, who provides an excellent look at this 2005...
Video Here's The PlayStation Intro To MLB The Show 21 On Xbox Series X
We still can't get used to it
You're probably well aware by now that MLB The Show 21 is PlayStation Studios' very first release on Xbox, so it's a pretty historic title even if you're not a baseball fan, and it officially released in early access this past Friday. And because it's a PlayStation Studios title, that means we're left with the bizarre...
Video Hellblade 2 Actor Shares A Look Behind The Scenes Of The Upcoming Sequel
Specifically the combat training process
The upcoming release of Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is one of the most highly-anticipated Xbox Game Studios titles in development, and lead actor Melina Juergens has shared a new video diary about the making of the game. Specifically, this diary focuses on the combat training process, showing how Juergens made...
Pick One If You Could Only Play One Of These, Which Would It Be?
Remember, you can only pick one!
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, we're looking at three of the most popular Xbox Game Studios releases in recent years and asking if you could only play one of them, which would you pick? Remember, you can only pick one! Let's take a look at what we're working with: Forza Horizon 4 Dynamic...
News MotoGP 21 Dev Had 'No Troubles At All' Working With Xbox Series S
"We were surprised by the smoothness in the development"
We've seen varying reports about what it's like to develop for the Xbox Series S ever since its launch back in November, with some stating it's a pretty smooth process, and others suggesting it has caused a few problems. The developer of MotoGP 21, which releases next week, fits into the...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 17th)
Will you be raining on anyone's parade?
Welcome to another weekend! It's admittedly been a very quiet week in the world of Xbox, but if you're looking for some new stuff to check out, we've got a couple of new Xbox Game Pass and Games with Gold titles, one Free Play Days addition,
Friday16th Apr 2021
News Square Enix Responds To Acquisition Rumours, Says It's Not For Sale
"We do not consider selling off the company"
Update: In response to Bloomberg's report, Square Enix has issued a statement to confirm that it "does not consider selling off the company or any part of its businesses," and has not received an offer from any third party. "Bloomberg has reported today that there is interest from several buyers to...
Video This New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge Gameplay Looks Amazing
Filled with gorgeous combat and pizza
When we heard Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge was coming to consoles, our collective inner child exploded with excitement. It looks to be a perfect continuation of the classic brawler, and this latest gameplay trailer has fuelled our anticipation even further. The combat heavy trailer focuses...
News MLB The Show 21 Early Access Begins On Xbox One, Xbox Series X
The Game Pass version follows next week
It's here! After fifteen years, MLB The Show is finally on Xbox... kind of. This is the early access portion of MLB The Show 21, which is exclusively available right now to Deluxe Edition and Jackie Robinson Edition purchasers. It's not on Xbox Game Pass until next Tuesday, but we can at least get a good look...
News Resident Evil Village's Graphical Options Revealed For Xbox Consoles
With ray tracing available on next-gen systems
We're not long from the release of Resident Evil Village, so now Capcom has released the full details on the game's various graphical options, including the ability to play with ray tracing enabled at 45FPS on Xbox Series X. As seen on the official site, both the Xbox Series X and Series S will have...
Rumour It Sounds Like Battlefield 6 May Not Be Coming To Xbox One
But it could be coming to Xbox Game Pass
We know Battlefield 6 is coming, despite no gameplay or proper teaser trailers as of yet. EA hasn't been quiet on the game's existence, but they have been silent on whether the game will be coming to last-gen systems, which has one known Battlefield leaker curious. Rumours have circulated in recent weeks...
News Free Nintendo Switch Racer Asphalt 9: Legends Is Coming To Xbox
"The multi-award-winning arcade racing game"
If you're a keen reader of our sister site Nintendo Life, then you'll almost certainly have come across Asphalt 9: Legends at some point, which is generally considered one of the best free-to-play games on the Nintendo Switch. Now, developer Gameloft has confirmed that the popular racer will be making...
Deals Huge LEGO Franchise Sale Now Live On Xbox (April 16-23)
Packed with over 25 games!
Like LEGO games? Then have we got the sale for you! Microsoft is hosting a LEGO Franchise Sale on Xbox for the next week, featuring over 25 games from both the Xbox 360 and Xbox One generations to choose from. Below, we've included every single game and Season Pass in the LEGO Franchise Sale. The following LEGO Xbox...
Feature Game Pass Gems: Now Is The Perfect Time To Revisit Resident Evil 7
Take a trip to the Bakers' before Resident Evil Village
After last night's Resident Evil Showcase, we're all unbelievably pumped for Resident Evil Village. Every showing of that game has done nothing but elevate our excitement levels more and more. It's only a few weeks away now, but every hour is feeling like an eternity. So how are we all going to...
Over four times more than the previous year
It's no secret that Cyberpunk 2077 suffered a rough launch. In fact, that's perhaps putting it too mildly, but that's not stopped the game from making 2020 a highly successful year financially for CD Projekt. According to a new report from GamesIndustry.biz, CD Projekt announced two preliminary numbers...
News Is This A New Super Monkey Ball Coming To Xbox?
It's looking that way!
We had Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD hit the Xbox One back in 2019, which was a wonderful remaster of the classic game. But now it looks like another title could be in the pipeline. Spotted by Gematsu, the Australian Classification board has rated an unannounced game known as Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania. The rating...
Random Rain On Your Parade Has An Awesome Metal Gear Solid Level
Snake! Snaaaaaake!
We’ve been playing a lot of Rain on Your Parade since it hit Xbox Game Pass, and it’s packed with some nifty little Easter Eggs and references. One of the best we’ve seen so far is an entire level dedicated to Metal Gear Solid. The level in question happens fairly early on, so don’t worry about spoilers too much, but if...
News Mass Effect Legendary Edition Is Getting A Lovely Photo Mode
Give your artistic side some freedom in space
As is the tradition with most games these days, BioWare has confirmed that Mass Effect Legendary Edition will allow you to be a shutterbug, as a photo mode is coming bundled into the game. Shared on Twitter by Mac Walters, the game's project director, fans got a first look at the photo mode in action...
News Dead By Daylight Is Getting A Resident Evil Crossover This June
A perfect birthday treat for both games
This year is seeing a lot of Resident Evil celebrations take place to usher in its 25th anniversary. The horror franchise has captured the hearts and minds of millions of fans around the world, so it was only a matter of time before it made its way into asymmetrical horror, Dead By Daylight. Coming this June,...
Thursday15th Apr 2021
News Two More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass (April 15)
Prepare to ruin everybody's day
It's Xbox Game Pass time! We've got another two games joining the service today - both of which are brand-new releases on console and/or the Windows 10 Store, with Rain On Your Parade also coming to the cloud. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today: Rain On Your Parade (Console, PC,...
News These Three Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (April 15)
They're blasting off into the Game Pass void
In case you'd forgotten, today marks the removal of three more games from the Xbox Game Pass library including Deliver Us The Moon, with a bunch of old EA Sports games also leaving EA Play tomorrow, April 16. Here are the three games set to leave before the end of the day on Game Pass:...
News Two More Of April 2021's Xbox Games With Gold Are Now Available
Lay down some serious carnage in run-and-gun action
You can now begin downloading the second batch of April 2021's Xbox Live Games With Gold titles (one day early!), which are the Xbox One game Truck Racing Championship and Xbox 360 game Hard Corps: Uprising. Both titles are available right now from the Microsoft Store and Xbox 360 Marketplace...
News Wait, Are We Getting Some Metal Gear Solid News Next Week?
The teasing seems to suggest so
It seems like a lifetime since Metal Gear Solid V released, and since then news on the franchise has been low - outside of a poorly received Metal Gear Survive. But now it looks we could be getting something next week... maybe. The official Twitter account has seemingly teased an upcoming announcement, which could...
Rumour Xbox Looking To Publish AAA Game With 'An Ambitious Connected World'
"This particular one sounds extremely promising"
This past month has seen a gargantuan amount of Xbox rumours flying around. As we draw closer to E3 in June, we can probably expect more and more to surface, which makes separating the possible ones from the fake ones harder. A new one we've spotted is from a pretty reliable source, and suggests that...
News F1 2021 Takes Pole Position On Xbox One, Xbox Series X This July
To be published by EA Sports for the first time
We found out a couple weeks ago via a leak that Codemasters' F1 2021 would be releasing this July, and now it's been confirmed that the game will officially arrive on July 16 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. The big new feature of this year's game is a "thrilling new story experience"...
Feature Four Years Later, Here's A Look Back At The Launch Of Xbox Game Pass
It's come a long way since then!
Can you believe that it's been four years since Microsoft introduced Xbox Game Pass to the world? Back in early 2017 (February 28, 2017, to be exact), the company officially announced its "new digital gaming subscription service" that would provide an "enjoyable and seamless experience" with over 100 titles at...
Friday16th Apr 2021
News Resident Evil Village Has A Pretty Convoluted Limited Time Demo Coming Next Month
It's going to be a short stay
The Resident Evil Showcase finally revealed the details for Resident Evil Village's upcoming Xbox demo, and it's pretty confusing. Operating as a time limited demo, you'll be able to play an hour of the game between two specific dates. During the hour, you can explore either the village or castle areas of the game - or...
Thursday15th Apr 2021
News Mojang Will Split Minecraft's Next Big Update Into Two Parts
"This was not an easy decision"
Last year, at Minecraft Live, Mojang lifted the lid on its absolutely massive Caves & Cliffs update for its sandbox game. It's considered by the team to be one of the "most ambitious" updates for Minecraft ever, but unfortunately, due to how big it is, and the current state of the world, the team has found it's...
News Time-Bending JRPG Cris Tales Heads To Xbox Series X This July
And you can download the demo right now
Update: We finally have a solid release date, as it's now been confirmed that the game will be arriving on July 20 for $39.99. It's going to be a great summer with this beautiful looking JRPG hitting the Xbox family! The absolutely stunning Cris Tales is set to make its arrival this July for Xbox Series X|S...
Friday16th Apr 2021
News The Fan Favourite Mercenaries Mode Is Returning For Resident Evil Village
Showing a more light hearted side to Village
In an effort to listen to fans who have been asking for more content in their Resident Evil games, Capcom is bringing back the fan favourite Mercenaries mode in Resident Evil Village. The arcade action returns, with some brand new ideas under its belt. Moving away from the slow paced, methodical nature...
Thursday15th Apr 2021
News Skate City Flips From Mobile To Xbox Consoles This May
After a successful launch on Apple Arcade
Update: It's now been confirmed that Skate City will launch for Xbox on May 6. Check out the new trailer above! Original story: The stylish Skate City on Apple Arcade is performing an ollie over to Xbox One later this year. With its unique art style, the well received skater takes place in iconic...
News Six More Games Now Have Touch Controls On Xbox Game Pass, Including Wreckfest
And Banjo-Kazooie!
Microsoft isn't showing any signs of slowing down with touch controls on Xbox Game Pass, as another six games have been treated to the feature as of today, including popular racer Wreckfest and even Banjo-Kazooie! Here's the full list of new additions, available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members on Android: Banjo-Kazooie
News Xbox France Has This Weird Microsoft Flight Simulator PC Up For Grabs
Fly me to the danger zone!
We've seen some absolutely insane custom built PCs out there, but honestly, this may take the prize for the most out there. To celebrate the new world update for Microsoft Flight Simulator, this unique competition from Xbox France is giving away this strange themed PC, which resembles a jet engine of an aircraft - we're...
Video New Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Trailer Highlights Its Insane Combat
We're already prepearing for the difficulty
We're not long from Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection releasing on Xbox, and our fingers are already tensing at the amount of button mashing we'll be doing. Although, this new character trailer showcases the combat each of the heroes do and it's looking glorious, so we're sure it'll all be worth it in the...
News Sea Of Thieves Season Two Sets Sail Today, Here’s Everything Included
Shiver my timbers!
Sea of Thieves took a dramatic change to a seasonal format in recent months, and Rare its now ushering in its second season, which features a wide array of new content and is available today. Much like the first season, there's an insane amount of content here which comes with new world events, customisation items, and a whole...
News Ubisoft Forward Confirmed To Return As Part Of E3 2021
Splinter Cell, anyone?
It was already said that Ubisoft would be attending E3, and now we know the company will be hosting their own digital showcase, much like previous years. The conference will air during E3 on June 12 at 12pm PT. As it started doing in 2020, the company will return with Ubisoft Forward - a digital presentation that looks at...
News Outriders' Inventory Bug Has Been Patched, But No Sign Of Gear Being Returned Yet
"Efforts to restore your items are a separate process"
Outriders has endured a pretty nasty inventory bug since launch, which has seen affected players having the entirety of their earned loot being wiped. It's been a huge priority for developer People Can Fly, who has been working around the clock to rectify the issue. A new patch has now released...
News Free Play Days: Try Kingdom Two Crowns On Xbox For Free (April 15-18)
Just the one game available this week
Free Play Days is back as usual this week, but instead of a batch of games, we've only got the one addition in the form of side-scrolling micro strategy game Kingdom Two Crowns, including its free 2020 Dead Lands expansion. As always, remember that you'll require Xbox Live Gold (or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate) to...
News Aw, Jeez! Rainbow Six Siege Is Getting Some Rick & Morty DLC
I'm Pickle Rick!
If yesterday's announcement of a crossover between Power Rangers and Street Fighter wasn't odd enough, we now have Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege rece
Wednesday14th Apr 2021
Talking Point Xbox Fans Really Want The Simpsons Hit & Run Made Backwards Compatible, Do You?
Save me, Jebus!
No matter what your view is on gaming, it seems The Simpsons Hit & Run is a universally adored game - that's a fact. Nope, we won't hear otherwise. Despite releasing all the way back in 2003 (it's almost 20 years old!), fans still reminisce over this game on a regular basis. C'mon, how many times have you gone onto social media...
News Pirate Action RPG King Of Seas Finally Sets Sail On Xbox This May
An epic adventure awaits you in a fantastic world
It was revealed earlier this year that Team17's upcoming pirate action RPG King of Seas would be releasing this May, and now we've got an official release date in the form of May 25th for Xbox One. We've also got a new release date trailer which you can see above, along with the news that the game...
News Xbox Live Gold Removal For Destiny 2 And Call Of Duty: Warzone May Take A Bit Longer
"We are working with the studios as the titles require an update"
After attempting to raise the price of Xbox Live Gold earlier this year, Microsoft quickly retracted that implementation following a huge critical backlash, later coming forward to say all free-to-play titles will no longer require a Gold membership. Since then, the removal of the...
Feature Rumour Roundup: The Hottest Xbox Rumours We've Seen In April 2021
Believe what you want to believe!
We're sometimes in a bit of a quandary when it comes to rumours here at Pure Xbox. What do you believe, and what don't you believe? And when there are so many rumours doing the rounds, which do you pick out to highlight? It's a problem that we've definitely faced with rumours in April 2021, as we've seen plenty of...
Feature The Best Free Demos You Can Download On Xbox One, Xbox Series X
There are over 100 free demos available!
The idea of a free demo is certainly a bit of a thing of the past in 2021 compared to ten or twenty years ago, but nevertheless there are still well over 100 free demos you can download on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. There's something for everyone too, from major AAA releases to hidden indie...
News The Day Before Isn't Coming To Xbox Right Now, But There's Still Hope
The hype is strong for this MMO survival game
If you keep up with the PC gaming scene, you've probably noticed that upcoming MMO survival title The Day Before has been getting a lot of hype, with an IGN trailer getting over 2 million views in a matter of days earlier this week. Of course, the downside from our perspective is that it's only planned...
News MLB The Show 21 Receives Heavy Xbox Advertising At Toronto Blue Jays Game
"Own the Show on Xbox"
The release of MLB The Show 21 on Xbox Game Pass is now less than a week away, and while it's obviously developed by PlayStation Studios, it's nevertheless getting a lot of marketing for Xbox consoles. Just recently, heavy advertising for the Xbox version of MLB The Show 21 has been spotted in the real-life MLB, with one...
News Cyberpunk 2077 Hotfix 1.21 Aims To Fix Another Sizeable List Of Issues
Get ready for another update, folks
After the huge update late last month, CD Projekt Red has now released another patch for Cyberpunk 2077 on Xbox consoles, which again seeks to rectify an assortment of issues and stability fixes. Hotfix 1.21 focuses on the game's overall stability, whilst also addressing a variety of progression blocks that were...
News Bad News, Assassin's Creed Valhalla's First Expansion Has Been Delayed
Seems travel restrictions have hit Valhalla, too
If you were gearing up to play Assassin's Creed Valhalla's first expansion on April 30, you're going to have to wait a little longer, as it will now release two weeks later on May 13. Wrath of the Druids is set to see the story take a short trip overseas to Ireland. With a new plot, missions, and...
News Blizzard Levels Up Its Arcade Collection With Two Free Games
Lost Vikings 2 and RPM Racing return
A few months ago, Blizzard surprised fans with the announcement of the Blizzard Arcade Collection. This three-in-one collection includes The Lost Vikings, Rock N Roll Racing and Blackthorne for $19.99 USD. If you were hoping for a little bit more bang for your buck, Blizzard has now updated this retro package...
News Motorcycle Sim RiMS Racing Revs Onto Xbox Series X This August
Motorheads are wheelie going to like this
If you ever thought there was a lack of realistic motorcycle racing sims on Xbox, then RiMS Racing aims to rectify that on August 19, when it hits Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The racer will provide a unique experience, as players will be able to fully customise and tweak their bike for optimal...
PSA Balan Wonderworld’s Demo Is Being Delisted Today, In Case You’re Curious
Last chance to see what the fuss is about
Balan Wonderworld has come and gone fairly quickly, and hasn’t left a massive impact in its wake. We weren’t big fans of the game, and day one issues revolving around potential epileptic seizures didn’t help. In a strange turn, Square Enix has announced it will be pulling the demo from digital...
Random Former Halo Composer And His Dog Share TikTok Collaboration Of The Halo Theme
Good doggo!
Marty O'Donnell worked on the Halo series during the Bungie days, creating some of the iconic tunes we all know and love today. The legendary composer has now started his own TikTok channel, where he's shared a nostalgic rendition of the classic theme. Not only did O'Donnell play the Halo theme on his piano, but he was also joined by...
News Become A Legendary Skater In OlliOlii World On Xbox This Winter
The third game in the OlliOlli series
Roll7 has today announced as part of the latest Nintendo Direct that OlliOlli World will be releasing for multiple platforms including Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S at some point this winter. The game is the third entry in the side-scrolling series, and will see you venturing to several lush skating...
News Youtubers Life 2 Makes Its Way Onto Xbox Later This Year
Live the life of bliss... in your bedroom
If you were a fan of the first Youtubers Life then you’ll be happy to know a sequel is on its way to Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S sometime later this year with some substantial changes. To usher in the evolution of YouTube over the past few years since the original’s release, the sequel promises “new...
News Power Rangers: Battle For The Grid Is Getting Street Fighter DLC, Obviously
Hadouken!
Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid may have released back in 2019, but two years down the line it's still getting new content with a new pack coming on May 25. Oh, and that new content will see the game introducing a Street Fighter crossover, because why not? Both Ryu and Chun-Li from the Street Fighter universe will be playable...
Tuesday13th Apr 2021
News Several Ubisoft Titles On Xbox Are Shutting Their Servers In 2021
Say goodbye to those Rainbow Six Vegas maps
Get playing any Tom Clancy games you have in your backlog from the Xbox 360 days, as Ubisoft has confirmed it will be closing down the servers for multiple games at some point this year. The news was spotted on Resetera, and highlights that three Tom Clancy titles across the Xbox systems will be closing...
News Got An Xbox Controller With Drift Issues? Lawyers Are Reportedly Interested In Buying Them
Cash in on your misfortune
There's been a long running legal battle surrounding drift issues with the Xbox One and Xbox Elite Wireless Controllers, but we haven't heard much in a while. However, a recently shared email from lawyers involved with the case seems to suggest they're building evidence by purchasing faulty controllers from Xbox users. As...
Deals 90+ Games Added To This Week's Xbox Sales (April 13-20)
To go alongside the Xbox Spring Sale 2021
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection features discounts on over 90 games across Deals with Gold and Spotlight Sales, with the Xbox Spring Sale 2021 still taking centre stage until it ends this Thursday. We've highlighted a few of the most notable Xbox games offers in this...
Rumour Is The Switch On Phil Spencer's Shelf Teasing An Xbox Collab With Nintendo?
Apparently "pretty much everything" is a sign...
In a slight development, VentureBeat journalist and industry insider, Jeff Grubb, has apparently revealed "pretty much everything" we saw on Phil Spencer's shelves during a livestream is a sign of things to come. That includes the Nintendo Switch, too. Grubb made these comments during a recent...
News MLB The Show 21 Is Now Available To Preload With Xbox Game Pass
Get ready to play ball next week
Ready to play ball? MLB The Show 21 marks the series' debut on Xbox consoles next Tuesday, April 20th, and the PlayStation Studios title is now available to preload with pre-orders and for Xbox Game Pass members. To access the Xbox Game Pass pre-load specifically, you'll need to head into the Xbox Game Pass app on...
News Xbox Fans Are Saving Money On Xbox Game Pass Using EA Play Codes
These are some pretty huge savings
Looking to save big on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate? There's always the Xbox Game Pass conversion trick if you're a new member, but if you're already subscribed to the service, EA Play can also help with some huge savings. Xbox fans in the UK have been documenting this on HotUKDeals, highlighting that a 12 month...
Random This Official Halo And Mario Artwork Is The Crossover We Didn't Know We Needed
It's a me, Master Chief!
There's been a lot of buzz already this week that Microsoft and Nintendo could be collaborating together on something. Well, the official Halo Instagram account has only added fuel to the fire with this new artwork, which can only be described as a massive tease. The art, which is beautifully drawn, features many iconic...
Video EA Reveals Side-By-Side Comparison For The Mass Effect Remaster Trilogy
See how much better the Legendary Edition will look
We're fast creeping up on the release of the highly anticipated Mass Effect Legendary Edition on May 14, but before then, EA and BioWare have started the hype train rolling with a bunch of gameplay and details over the past few days. The latest bit of marketing has arrived in the form of an...
News CDPR Says It's 'Convinced' It Can Make Cyberpunk 2077 A Game To Be Proud Of
There are no plans to abandon it
We're all well aware of the rocky launch suffered by Cyberpunk 2077 late last year, and since then, developer CD Projekt has started releasing a series of patches to try and fix technical issues with the game. The team has a big job to get the game up to scratch on last-gen consoles specifically, but speaking to...
News Xbox Game Pass Now Has Amazon Alexa Support In The US
Alexa, download more games for me
As if Xbox Game Pass wasn't accessible enough, it's been revealed that Amazon Alexa is getting integration with the service to make it an even easier experience, launching initially in the US with further rollouts in the near future. According to The Verge, users will be able to use an Alexa applicable device...
Wednesday14th Apr 2021
News Free-To-Play Shooter Warframe Is Now Optimised For Xbox Series X
The latest game to receive a next-gen upgrade
The time has arrived! The team behind the free-to-play co-op shooter Warframe announced recently that the game would be optimised for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S very soon, and now the upgrade is officially live. Warframe is now playable at up to 4K resolution at 60fps with new dynamic lighting,...
Tuesday13th Apr 2021
News Xbox Wins Award For Series X 'Power Your Dreams' Marketing Campaign
Congratulations!
Last year saw Xbox launch the 'Power Your Dreams' campaign, in an effort to fully sell the potential of the Xbox Series X. If the console constantly being out of stock wasn't enough of an indication it's performing well, then maybe an award will do the trick? Josh Munsee, the senior marketing manager at Xbox, revealed that the...
News It Looks Like The Next BioShock Will Be An Open World Game
Numerous job listings suggest so
It's already been confirmed that developer Cloud Chamber will be helming the next BioShock entry, with a team comprised of series veterans. While we still don't have concrete details on what that experience will be, recently discovered job listings have found out some interesting details - most notably how the game...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases Its Fourth Free World Update
This time focusing on Western Europe
The latest free world update for Microsoft Flight Simulator has arrived, and this time it focuses on Western Europe - specifically France, Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg. As usual, it's looking fantastic! There are loads of new features included as part of the update, such as improved digital elevation data...
News WRC 10 Launches This September For Xbox, Watch The Reveal Trailer
Celebrating 50 years of the competition
Nacon has today announced (and shared a trailer for) the next entry in the popular World Rally Championship series entitled WRC 10, arriving on September 2 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. This version is celebrating 50 years of the competition it's based on, featuring a retrospective mode in...
Video Here's A Deep Dive Into Hood: Outlaws & Legends' Brutal Gameplay
It could be a sleeper hit
It seems to be coming in under the radar, but Hood: Outlaws & Legends arrives on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S as soon as next month, and Focus Home Interactive has dropped an extensive look into the game. The multiplayer centred action game is a new take on the Robin Hood story, pitting two teams of four against each...
News New Subnautica: Below Zero Trailer Introduces Us To Its Weird And Wonderful World
Somewhere beyond the sea
The much anticipated follow up to Subnautica arrives on May 14, and a new cinematic trailer reminds us of the weird underwater world we'll get to experience again in Subnautica: Below Zero. Set after the events of the first game, the latest installment will have players diving and crafting their way to uncover the mystery...
News NieR Replicant Is Getting Some Cool, Free NieR: Automata DLC
2B or not 2B
A lot of fans were introduced to the world of NieR through NieR: Automata, and to remember that phenomenal title, the upcoming NieR Replicant will be getting some downloadable content dedicated to the game. Leaked via a Microsoft Store listing, the
Monday12th Apr 2021
Feature These Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (April 12-16)
Here's what's on the way
Welcome to your weekly Xbox roundup! Again, we've got another quiet week coming up for major new releases on Xbox, but fortunately there are plenty of indie titles, along with some new Xbox Game Pass additions. Here's what's coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One this week: New Xbox Releases (April 12 - 16): Optimised...
News YouTuber Aims To Prove Morrowind Can Reboot The Original Xbox Without The Player Knowing
"Todd Howard is 100% accurate"
In a previous Bethesda discussion with Microsoft, director and executive producer of Bethesda Game Studios, Todd Howard, revealed that it was possible for The Elder Scrolls III: Morrorwind to reboot the original Xbox console if the game is running low on memory. Even more interesting is how it would do this without the...
Random Xbox Actually 'Commissioned' This Insane Halo & DOOM Crossover Portrait
It's great to see the family come together
In one of the weirdest stories we've ever had to report (and we've reported on some weird ones!), Xbox has "commissioned" a variety of Bethesda themed portraits in honor of the company joining the first-party family. Throughout the month, more images are said to be coming, but the first is a riff of Halo...
News Phil Spencer Heavily Recommends This 'Special' New Xbox Indie Game
"Fantastic atmosphere, writing and mechanics"
Every now and again, Xbox boss Phil Spencer will recommend a game he's been playing - that isn't Destiny 2. Recently, the big man has been diving into Lost Words: Beyond The Page, which he has championed on social media. Taking to Twitter, Spencer shared his thoughts on Lost Words, saying "it's really a...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Receives Surprise PEGI Rating For Xbox One
Is it a mistake or the real deal?
The outstanding Microsoft Flight Simulator was finally announced in 2020 as coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this summer, with no sign of an Xbox One version at the time, seemingly due to the high demands of the sim. However, Xbox fans have discovered that the game recently received a PEGI rating in Europe...
News Here's Our First Official Look At The Resident Evil Village Map
Some areas are a big "nope" from us
We're not long from Resident Evil Village hitting Xbox, and understandably, excitement levels are at an all time high for fans. To help tide us all over until May 7, Capcom has unveiled a look at the game's map, giving us a taste of the locales we'll be exploring next month. In an exclusive reveal to IGN, a...
News Buckle Up, We're Getting New Test Drive Unlimited News Very Soon
Along with details on WRC 10
Nacon got us all very excited back in July last year when it officially revealed the next Test Drive Unlimited game, called Test Drive Unlimited: Solar Crown. And now, it looks like we're getting more details over the next few days. The publisher is currently hosting a "racing week" for its franchises, which includes...
News BioWare's Xbox Classic Jade Empire Is 16 Years Old Today
Who remembers this one?
Back in 2005, before the days of Mass Effect and Dragon Age, BioWare introduced Xbox players to the world of Jade Empire. The classic exclusive was an RPG based around Chinese mythology, and as of today, has been around for 16 glorious years. The game captured hearts of fans around the world and was well regarded amongst...
Feature Before It Leaves Xbox Game Pass, You Should Try Deliver Us The Moon
It might just surprise you at how good it is
It's always a sad time when games leave Xbox Game Pass, and one of the most notable examples from the next batch being removed this Thursday, April 15 is Deliver Us The Moon, which is a fantastic little indie title from KeokeN Interactive and Wired Productions. The best bit? You can download it today and...
Talking Point Final Fantasy VII Remake's Exclusivity Window Is Up, Will We Hear Anything?
It almost seems like a 'when' rather than an 'if'
Over the weekend, Final Fantasy VII Remake's exclusivity window on PlayStation officially ended, and Square Enix is now technically free to push the game onto other platforms. The question now posed is what will happen with the game, and will it make its way onto Xbox consoles eventually? We don't...
Reminder The Xbox Spring Sale 2021 Ends This Week
Last chance to take advantage of 600+ discounts
It feels like the Xbox Spring Sale 2021 only just began, and it's already preparing to end in just a few short days on Thursday, April 15th. If you've got a bunch of titles that you've planning to buy, now is probably the time! If you haven't had a chance to sample what's on offer yet, you'll find a...
Rumour Sonic Colors Remastered Could Be Heading To Xbox
Just in time for the series' 30th anniverary
This year marks Sonic's 30th anniversary, and SEGA has been fairly quiet on what they plan to do to celebrate the iconic hedgehog's birthday. Multiple sources seem to have given an insight into future plans, suggesting a remastered version of Sonic Colors could actually be arriving on Xbox consoles...
News EA's NHL 21 Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
Time to lace up your skates
Ready to hit the ice? The latest entry in EA Sports' excellent fast-paced, hard-hitting NHL series is now available to play with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, included as part of EA Play. Welcome to NHL 21! The game originally released for Xbox One back in October 2020 (with no separate Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S...
News MPC Shares A Behind The Scenes Look At The Xbox Series X Trailer
We love seeing a plan come together
The Xbox Series X debuted with a pretty impressive Power Your Dreams launch trailer last year - especially considering the current global restrictions making it harder to film. But it ended with a impressive result, in which we've now been given some behind the scenes details on how it was all made possible...
Sunday11th Apr 2021
News WWE 2K22 Officially Unveiled, Including A Sneak Peak At Gameplay
Looking good there, Rey
It's been a year and a half since 2K released the critically panned WWE 2K20, but now the developer is getting ready to step back into the ring with WWE 2K22, which has received a trailer with some teases of gameplay. The trailer was revealed as part of WrestleMania 37, and shows brief glimpses of Rey Mysterio taking on...
Soapbox Outriders Is The Perfect Looter Shooter For A Single Player Gamer Like Me
Being a lone ranger is fun
I've never had the time to sink into looter shooters such as Destiny, nor do I have the friendship circle that wishes to play those sort of games. Yet I always find myself drawn to each new release in the genre, but ultimately fall off within a few weeks as the game opens up into more multiplayer focused events. Sure you...
News Outriders Dev Says Inventory Wipe Bug Is Its Top Priority
Plan is to run a "one-off" mass restoration
Outriders' Xbox patch is now available, but while cross-play is now live between platforms, it seems there's now been an increase in inventory wipes. Not long after this update went live the Outriders' socials shared another message stating how the developer was "aware" and "deeply sorry" players were...
News Xbox FanFest Returns Next Week With An Exclusive Talk Show
"Let's talk games"
Xbox FanFest has been a physical event for many years, but has recently turned to the digital age to bring the showcase to more fans around the world. It's set to return for its next outing on April 15 at 2pm PT / 10pm GMT with a new experience known as Xbox FanFest Talks, but you'll need to register to gain access. The show will...
Saturday10th Apr 2021
PSA Thanks To An Easter Egg, TimeSplitters 2 Is Now Fully Playable On Xbox One
But you'll need a copy of Homefront: The Revolution
We've been waiting for the classic TimeSplitters series to return ever since the original Xbox generation, and while that unfortunately hasn't been the case, it is possible to play TimeSplitters 2 on your modern Xbox right now! However, it'll definitely require some work. TimeSplitters 2 (a...
News Xbox And Bethesda Mobile Developer Alpha Dog Working On New DOOM Game
"Run and gun through hundreds of exciting levels"
When Microsoft acquired Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media, it got the rights to a bunch of studios. One of them was Alpha Dog - a Canadian mobile developer, known for creating "top-tier" 3D games for portable devices. So what's the sudden interest in Alpha Dog, you ask? It's become the hot...
News Industry Reporter Claims Fable, Perfect Dark & Everwild Are 'So Far Away'
"I had a few conversations with a few friends"
There's been a lot of hype around the upcoming Xbox exclusives Fable, Perfect Dark and Everwild (amongst others) since they were announced, but sadly it looks like we've got a long wait until they arrive. In fact, industry reporter and head of GamesIndustry.biz Chris D
News Age Of Empires 4 Arrives This Fall On PC, Including Xbox Game Pass
No sign of a console version though
Today's Age of Empires Fan Preview event has just wrapped, giving us a first proper look at Age of Empires 4's gameplay (amongst other things), as well as an official release window for the game - this Fall. As you can see from the trailer above, the gameplay looks really, really good, and we're looking forward...
News Mass Effect Legendary Edition Has Gone Gold Ahead Of Its Release
The release has hit lift off
In a world of constant game delays, many have worried whether Mass Effect Legendary Edition would be the next for the chopping block. But it doesn't seem that way, as the game has gone gold ahead of its May 14 release. Mac Walters, the project director on the game, confirmed the news on Twitter. For those that don't...
Pick One Which Of These Xbox Wrestling Games Is Your Favourite?
It's WrestleMania weekend, baybee!
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, to celebrate WrestleMania 37 taking place this weekend in Tampa, Florida, we thought we'd take a look back at a selection of wrestling games from various series' on Xbox. Which of these titles is your favourite? Remember, you can only pick one! Let's take a look...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 10th)
We're taking on a Zombie Army with Game Pass
Welcome to another weekend! There's plenty of new stuff to be checking out on Xbox over the weekend, including a new batch of Xbox Game Pass titles, a next-generation update for Crysis Remastered on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and hundreds of deals in the ongoing Xbox Spr
Video Watch The Age Of Empires Fan Preview Event Here
Featuring "reveals and surprises"
Update: The Fan Preview event has now finished, but you can watch the replay above! Original story: Welcome to the Age of Empires Fan Preview event! Today's stream will feature "surprises, reveals: new gameplay civilizations and campaigns, and so much more", set to begin at 9am PT / 12pm ET / 5pm BST. It's been...
Friday9th Apr 2021
News Xbox Fans Are Getting Hyped Over This Tease For Adventure Game Tunic
You've got our attention
Tunic was announced back in 2017 under the name of Secret Legend, but was then shown again during Xbox's conference in 2018 as Tunic. It was also confirmed that the game would be a console launch exclusive, but since then details on the project have been fairly sparse. Yesterday saw a the official Twitter account post a new...
News God Of War Creator Says Sony Will Have A Response To Xbox Game Pass
"I know they are doing some stuff"
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass subscription service has undoubtedly had an incredible year, adding the likes of EA Play, a massive batch of Bethesda games and countless AAA titles, not to mention the arrival of Xbox Cloud Gaming. Back in November, Sony's Jim Ryan stated t
Poll How Long Will MLB The Show 21 Remain On Xbox Game Pass?
Will it go the full innings?
It's been a week now since Microsoft dropped the bombshell announcement on us that PlayStation Studios' MLB The Show 21 would be coming to Xbox Game Pass at launch later this month on Tuesday, April 20. Since then, Sony has come out and stated that it was the MLB's decision to bring the title to Xbox Game Pass,...
Random Team Xbox Acknowledges Fan-Made Achievements Concept
"Jason Ronald, tell me are you seeing this please"
Xbox fan and Twitter user NoisePatrick drummed up a lot of attention earlier this week on social media with his concept for an improved Xbox achievements layout, which even led to a member of the Xbox team acknowledging it. NoisePatrick's design features a separate category for rare achievements,...
News Outriders Has Shot Up The 'Xbox Most Played Games' Chart Since Its Game Pass Release
Even reaching the 2nd position in some territories
Outriders launched on Xbox Game Pass last week and it's already managing to hold its own against the heavy hitters such as Fortnite and Call of Duty: Warzone in the Microsoft Store charts. According to one industry analyst, since its release, Outriders has made it to the 2nd and 3rd position in...
Deals Xbox Game Studios Gets A Steam Sale, 30+ Games Included
Available all weekend for PC gamers
If you like to play your Xbox games on PC rather than console (and you're not a subscriber to Xbox Game Pass), you'll be glad to know that Xbox Game Studios is having a Publisher Sale on Steam this weekend. The sale lasts until Monday, April 12th, and features a whole bunch of great deals on everything from Halo:...
Random Microsoft Might Be Teasing An Xbox, McDonald's And Spotify Collab
Games, food and music
Yesterday, the official Microsoft Twitter account published a tweet addressed to Xbox and McDonald's - with Spotify attached, asking if they were wanting to catch up soon. It comes across as a joke and also signs off as the "person" who runs the Microsoft account, but knowing Microsoft and Xbox, it could potentially be another...
News The Last Campfire Receives Surprise Update, Including Higher FPS
"We've been delighted with how it's been received"
Hello Games' The Last Campfire has been very well received by fans since its launch back in August last year, and now the game has surprisingly dropped a new update on us containing a bunch of cool content. New features include "20% more puzzles", "improved controller support" and performance...
News Mortal Shell Can Now Be Played At 60FPS On Xbox Series S
The superior way to play
Mortal Shell got a next-gen enhancement last month, but the Xbox Series S version was still capped at 30FPS. Fans have been calling out for a 60FPS mode on the system, and now their voices have been heard, as developer Cold Symmetry has added it to the game. The latest update introduces the ability to play the game at 60FPS...
News Xbox Is Running A Bethesda Controller Contest For Achievement Hunters
Achievement unlocked
Remember those beautiful Bethesda controllers that were (and are still) being given away in a sweepstakes the other week? Well, you could possibly have the opportunity to get your hands on them through another new competition. The rules have appeared online and according to Tru
News Borderlands 3 Director's Cut DLC And Cosmetic Packs Available Now
Along with some free content
Borderlands 3 launched back in 2019, but was successful enough to warrant a second season pass, jam packed with brand new content. One of the new expansions is a Director's Cut, which is available now for Season Pass 2 owners, or separately for £11.99 / $14.99. Bundled inside the Director's Cut is a brand new boss...
News Super Meat Boy Forever Punches Its Way Onto Xbox Next Week
Get ready to die again and again
After many years, Super Meat Boy finally got a sequel known as Super Meat Boy Forever last year for PC and Nintendo Switch, and its making its way to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on April 16. Unlike the original game, the sequel deviates away from the traditional platforming gameplay into an endless runner. But...
Thursday8th Apr 2021
Random Lucky Xbox Fan Shows Off His MS Rewards Competition Prizes
Including a lifetime sub to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
Did you know that there's such a thing as an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate lifetime membership? It's true, and Reddit user Ryreco is the proof, who took to the platform to show off his prizes from the 2020 Chief Xbox Officer sweepstakes. Ryreco won the sweepstakes by entering as part of Microsoft...
News Xbox Series X Seagate Expansion Card Drops To Lowest UK Price Yet
For all your next-gen storage needs
If you're an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S owner, the only way you can play next-gen games right now is via those consoles' internal storage, or via a special Seagate 1TB Expansion Card which admittedly is very costly. However, UK retailer Currys PC World has now dropped the price to its lowest figure yet, going...
News World War II FPS Enlisted Is Now Free-To-Play On Xbox Series X & S
Kicking off its "Open Beta Testing" period
Fancy checking out a free, next-gen FPS on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S? World War II shooter Enlisted has now officially gone free-to-play on the two systems, kicking off its "Open Beta Testing stage." The game is described as a "squad-based first person MMO shooter," featuring "epic battles" based on...
News Four More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass (April 8)
Including the return of Michael, Franklin and Trevor
It's Xbox Game Pass time! We've got another four games joining the service today, although only two of them are being newly added to console, while the other two Disney games are making their Xbox Cloud Gaming debuts. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today: Disneyland...
News Outriders Players To Get Free Gear For Launch Server Issues
In the form of an Appreciation Package
Outriders had a bit of a rocky launch with multiple server issues in its opening weekend. Things seem to have settled down a bit now, but many are still reporting odd bugs and game crashes. Developer People Can Fly is working around the clock to get these problems sorted, and as a gesture of good will, will be...
News Here Are The Full Patch Notes For Halo: MCC's Season 6 Update
Up to 55GB in size on Xbox consoles
Halo: The Master Chief Collection's sixth season has arrived over the past few hours, bringing a ton of new content to the game across Xbox consoles and PC, along with 100 new tiers of cosmetic content for the next two months. This update is up to a whopping 55GB in size on Xbox, and features a new Halo Online...
Rumour Hideo Kojima In Talks With Microsoft About Publishing His Next Game
Phil's shelf was a reference, says insider
We've heard time and time again how Phil Spencer wants Xbox to build its library of Japanese video games and continue to improve relations with various publishers and developers in this region. With this in mind, VentureBeat journalist and industry insider Jeff Grubb has been informed by a "source familiar...
News The First Big Patch For Outriders Is Dropping On Xbox Next Week, Will Fix Crashing Issues
Cross-play across platforms will also "become viable again"
People Can Fly has dropped the patch details on the first big update for Outriders, which the development team is "confident" will rectify fix reports of crashing issues in the game, along with other bug fixes. There's no specific date for when it'll land, but it's expected to be some time...
Feature Game Pass Gems: Zombie Army 4 Is B-Movie Horror At Its Finest
Brrrrrains!
With Xbox Game Pass absolutely smashing it out of the park in recent weeks, we want to begin highlighting some games from time to time that really resonate with us. With so much coming and going in the service, it can often be easy to miss out on some particular gems. Sure, there are the heavy hitters such as the recently added...
News Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Producer Explains Why Online Multiplayer Is Not Included
"It would place limitations"
Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection launches on Xbox this June, but it'll be missing one key feature that has got a lot of fans disappointed - online multiplayer. The game's producer has now weighed in on why this is the case. Speaking to ComicBook, Fumihiko Yasuda was asked what specific content for the game had been cut,...
News New Destroy All Humans! 2 Remake Evidence Appears To Have Landed
The truth is out there
THQ Nordic has seemingly been teasing a Destroy All Humans! 2 Remake for a while now - either that, or they're playing a cruel prank on us all. A Destroy All Humans! fan account has reportedly uncovered some more details on the project. Under the guise of Project Cattleprod 2, the new title from developer Black Forest Games...
Friday9th Apr 2021
News WWE 2K Is Teasing An Announcement At WrestleMania
"You’re going to want to tune in"
2K's WWE series took a year off in 2020 for the first time in the franchise's history after a very poor reception to WWE 2K20 at launch, with the company instead choosing to release the arcade-style WWE 2K Battlegrounds. However, the mainline WWE 2K series is expected to make its comeback this year, and we might...
Thursday8th Apr 2021
Video Here's Our First Look At Gameplay For Hot Wheels Unleashed
Start your engines
We've got a new Hot Wheels game arriving on Xbox this September in the form of Hot Wheels Unleashed, and developer Milestone has now unveiled the very look at gameplay for the racer in the form of a Gameplay Trailer. The couple of minutes of footage give us a good idea of what to expect in terms of the visuals, track design and...
News Resident Evil Showcase Returns Next Week With Some 'Surprises'
"We’ll leave it to all of you to speculate on"
Update: We finally have confirmation that the next Resident Evil Showcase will be airing on April 15 at 3pm PDT/11pm BST. The teaser also reveals we'll see new gameplay, as well as reiterating "some surprises" along the way. Original story: Remember the
News Don't Worry, Psychonauts 2 Is Definitely Still Releasing This Year
Double Fine is just "making sure it's good"
We seem to wait huge stretches between new Psychonauts 2 details, which understandably gets a lot of fans nervous. But don't worry, Double Fine has reiterated that the game is still expected to release this year. Phew! In a recent tweet from the developer, one fan asked where the game was and why it's...
News No Joke, Five Smurfs Games Are Coming Over The Next Five Years
The first launches later this year
The Smurfs are going to be coming in big to the video game world, as five titles are planned to be arriving over the next five years from publisher Microids, the first of which is expected to arrive later this year for Xbox One. The Smurfs: Mission Vileaf is the title of the first one and is described as a 3D...
News Streets Of Rage 4 Is Getting New Paid Fighters And Free Content On Xbox This Year
The game has also hit 2.5 million sales
After a successful launch last year, Xbox Game Pass fighter Streets of Rage 4 is getting new playable characters and modes, as well as additional free content later this year. The paid for content, known as Mr. X Nightmare, will bring in three additional fighters. The first has been revealed in the trailer...
Wednesday7th Apr 2021
News JRPG Edge Of Eternity Launches On Xbox Game Pass In February 2022
More JRPG goodness for Game Pass
Update: It's now been confirmed that Edge of Eternity will hit Xbox Game Pass on February 10th, 2022. Original story (April 2021): Edge of Eternity has been in early access on PC for a while now, and was highlighted during t
News EA Unveils The Cover Of EA Sports PGA Tour: Road To The Masters
The Masters will be exclusive to EA's game
EA made the surprise announcement last week that it was bringing back the EA Sports PGA Tour series as a "next-gen golf game" currently in development, and we've already been treated to a look at its cover! As you can see above, it's focused around the Masters Tournament, which will be exclusive. This...
News Xbox Apparently Has Some 'Really Interesting' Partnerships In The Works
Exciting times ahead
It's been an excellent period for Xbox - with the brand seemingly stronger than ever right now thanks to acquisitions and partnerships with companies like Bethesda and EA. According to Windows Central editor Jez Corden, Xbox's publishing arm won't be slowing down, either. He recently shared a somewhat cryptic tweet, mentioning...
News The New Forza Motorsport Will Soon Be Getting A Free Playtest
Get ahead of the competition
We were introduced to a new Forza Motorsport entry for Xbox last year, and now Turn 10 Studios has revealed that some fans will be able to access a playtest "soon", with more playtests to come in the months ahead. In a recent Forza Monthly stream, the game's creative director, Chris Esaki, announced that fans will be...
News Crysis Remastered Has Received An Xbox Series X Update
Along with a new features
The latest Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S upgrade has arrived in the form of last year's Crysis Remastered, which hasn't been optimised for next-gen, but nevertheless has been improved for the new systems. Crysis Remastered on both consoles features three different options in the form of 'RayTracing', Quality mode and...
News Comical Cloud Simulator Rain On Your Parade Is Now Available To Preload With Xbox Game Pass
Summer rains, you can never predict them
If you thought video games couldn't get weirder, we have one coming to Xbox Game Pass on April 15 which has you controlling a cloud and literally raining on people's parades! The comical Rain on Your Parade may not be out yet, but you can preload it through Game Pass or by pre-ordering now. Set across 50...
News Phil Spencer Is 'Looking Forward' To What Xbox Has To Share At E3
"Glad to see the game industry coming together again"
Yesterday we got word that not only would E3 be returning for 2021 in a digital format, but Xbox would be one of the attendees. It's got a lot of people excited, including Xbox head, Phil Spencer. After the news was revealed, Spencer took to Twitter to share his thoughts on Xbox being on the...
News Lady Dimitrescu Fans, You'll Be Happy To Know Resident Evil Village Will Have A Photo Mode
The social media sensation
Oops! It looks like Capcom accidentally revealed Resident Evil Village will have a photo mode, as part of an unfiltered gameplay demonstration that dropped over the Easter weekend. Recently, IGN posted a small segment of the game running on a PS4, and one moment showcases said photo mode. During one particular scene with...
Hands On Kaze And The Wild Masks Feels Like A Donkey Kong Spiritual Successor On Xbox
And it's simply delightful
Easter has come and gone in a flash. I've consumed an unhealthy amount of chocolate and played a substantial amount of games. One that kept catching my eye on the store was Kaze and The Wild Masks, a lovely looking 2D platformer. After having played Balan Wonderworld for the past few weeks, I needed something to reignite...
News Crysis Remastered's Xbox Series X Update Is 'Pretty Good', But Not Perfect
"We can't quite achieve the console 60fps dream"
Crytek announced earlier today that Crysis Remastered had received a surprise Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S update, and Eurogamer's Digital Foundry has already been able to analyse its performance. The update allows for three options on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S - RayTracing, Quality mode and...
News You Can Get The Free 'Batista As Marcus' Skin In Gears 5 This Week
Unleash the Animal
Ready to unleash the animal? Hollywood star and WWE legend Batista has returned to Gears 5 once again this week in the form of his 'Batista as Marcus' skin, and this time it's available for use in multiplayer. Previously, the Marcus version of Batista had only been made accessible for the game's campaign as part of the Xbox...
News Relive The Classic Alex Kidd In Miracle World DX On Xbox Series X This June
A blast from the past
If you're old school like us here at Pure Xbox, you may remember the classic Alex Kidd in Miracle World on the SEGA Master System. If not, you're in for a treat, as the classic platformer is getting a new coat of paint and heading to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on June 24. Featuring all the classic levels fans have grown to...
Guide How To Watch This Week's Age Of Empires Fan Preview Event
"Gather your snacks and get HYPED"
It was announced last month that Age of Empires would be hosting a special 'Fan Preview' event on April 10th, featuring "surprises, reveals: new gameplay civilizations and campaigns, and so much more." It's been confirmed that we'll get a look at new footage for the upcoming Age of Empires 4 as part of this event,...
Tuesday6th Apr 2021
News These Eight Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (April 8-20)
The latest batch of titles
The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today unveiled another 8 games coming to the service soon - some of which we already knew about, and some surprises including the return of GTA V! Here's a list of what's on the way in the near future: Date Game Platform April 8 Grand Theft Auto...
News Another Ten Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (April 15-16)
Don't worry, most are old EA Sports titles
Update: Microsoft has revealed that in addition to the original three games that were announced recently, another seven will be leaving EA Play soon in the form of various old Madden and NHL titles. We've added them to the table below. Original story: Microsoft has unveiled the next set of three games...
Video Here's 10 Minutes Of Gameplay From The Mass Effect Trilogy Remaster
And a whole bunch of new details
The highly-anticipated release of Mass Effect Legendary Edition is just around the corner on May 14th, which is remastering the first three Mass Effect games, and we've been treated to loads of new footage and details. IGN has provided the ten minutes of gameplay above, which delves into a performance preview...
Deals 70+ Games Added To This Week's Xbox Sales (April 6-13)
To go alongside the Xbox Spring Sale 2021
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection features discounts on over 70 games across Deals with Gold and Spotlight Sales, with the ongoing Xbox Spring Sale 2021 obviously taking centre stage for now. We've highlighted a few of the most notable Xbox games offers in this week's...
Review Outriders - People Can Fly's Looter Shooter Soars Into Action
Riders on the Storm
People Can Fly's Outriders does not, we think it's fair to say, get off to the grandest of starts. Kicking off with a prologue that showcases all of its weakest elements at once - the janky cutscenes, buggy facial animations and duff dialogue, it's an introduction to a brand new IP that had us pretty worried if we're being...
News MLB The Show 21 Coming To Xbox Game Pass Was MLB's Decision, Says Sony
"MLB decided to bring the franchise to more players and baseball fans"
We ended last week with the huge news that MLB The Show 21, a title developed by Sony, would be arriving into Xbox Game Pass on its launch. It appears the shock decision was made by MLB, not Sony. A spokesperson has reportedly revealed to Inverse that "MLB decided to bring the
News Good News Achievement Hunters, Mass Effect Legendary Edition Will Streamline Its Cheevies
Achievement unlocked
EA has dropped a motherload of Mass Effect Legendary Edition details today, but one that some specific Xbox fans are going to love is how BioWare is planning to streamline achievements across the three games. Achievement hunters will be happy to know brand-new achievements are being added to the trilogy. But not only that,...
News Xbox Cloud Gaming For iOS Coming Soon, According To Phil Spencer
Good news for Apple users
Although it's had to overcome a series of hurdles to make it happen, Xbox Cloud Gaming is, in fact, on its way to iOS devices. As of last month, it was apparently "not very far away", so what's the latest? Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, last week reassured a fan that Xbox hasn't forgotten about iOS support for xCloud and that...
News Cyberpunk 2077 'Continues To Disappoint' On Xbox One, Reveals Patch 1.2 Analysis
"It remains the worst performing version of Cyberpunk"
CD Projekt Red released Cyberpunk 2077's massive Patch 1.2 last week, which featured an absolutely huge list of fixes and improvements across all platforms, but unfortunately Xbox One performance appears to remain poor. Eurogamer's Digital Foundry took a look at the game on PlayStation 4 and...
News Zombie Army 4 Is Getting A Free Xbox Series X Upgrade Alongside Its Game Pass Addition
Arriving on the same day
If the news of Zombie Army 4: Dead War coming to Xbox Game Pass wasn't exciting enough, developer Rebellion has announced that a free next-gen upgrade will be arriving alongside its addition this week. Scheduled to hit Xbox Game Pass on April 8, the free update will allow Xbox Series X|S owners to benefit fro
News E3 Returns This June With A Digital Only Event, Xbox Will Be In Attendance
Along with multiple other companies
E3 will return for 2021 in the form of a digital event, and Xbox has been confirmed to be one of the attendees, along with a host of other companies. The event will run from June 12 until June 15, and along with Xbox, it will feature appearances from Nintendo, Capcom, Konami, Ubisoft, Take-Two Interactive, Warner...
PSA You Can Now Preload The Resident Evil Re:Verse Open Beta
Get prepped ahead of its launch later this week
Resident Evil Re:Verse has an open beta launching this Thursday, but you can get ahead of the crowds by downloading the client now, ready for when it goes live later this week. Running from April 8 to April 11, everyone will have the opportunity to test out the new multiplayer focused game,
News IO Interactive's 007 Game Will Usher In An 'Original James Bond For The Gaming Industry'
"This felt really, really important for us"
When IO Interactive announced it was working on a James Bond game (simply titled Project 007, for now), we couldn't think of a better developer to be at the helm. After three incredible Hitman entries, it seems like it's in capable hands. What's even more reassuring is how the developers have promised this...
News Xbox Series S Was Reportedly March's Best-Selling Console In India
Let's hope it continues
With the price point of the Xbox Series S being considerably lower than the Xbox Series X, it was only a matter of time before it started to gain momentum. It seems that's beginning to happen in India, following a solid March for Xbox. According to IGN India, the publication spoke to many retailers in the country who all...
News Battletoads Developer Is Working With An 'Established IP' On An 'Exciting New Project'
Wonder what it could be?
Dlala Studios developed the excellent Battletoads for Xbox Game Studios last year, and now the company appears to be working on its next title, which will reportedly be based on an established IP. The studio, which was responsible for bringing Rare's loveable characters back to life last year, has published some job...
News Sea Of Thieves Season Two Begins Next Week With Menacing Forts And Funky Emotes
Yo-ho, a pirate's life for me
Sea of Thieves recently introduced seasons, dramatically changing up how players interact with the game. After a successful Season One, Rare has announced that Season Two will be underway beginning on April 15. Very little is known about the season so far, but a short teaser trailer has provided us some juicy details...
Monday5th Apr 2021
Feature These Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (April 6 - 9)
Here's what's on the way
Welcome to your weekly Xbox roundup! We're looking at a very quiet few days for new releases, with just a few indie games scheduled for the week ahead, although hopefully we'll hear of some extra Game Pass additions soon. Here's what's coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One this week: New Xbox Releases (April 6 - 9):...
News Ubisoft Needs 'Just A Bit Longer' Before Showing Far Cry 6 Gameplay
"We have exciting content to show"
Unfortunately it's been quite a while since we last heard anything about Ubisoft's upcoming Far Cry 6, which was delayed indefinitely back in October 2020, but hopefully we're going to be getting some gameplay footage soon. That's according to game design director Ted Timmins, who was asked on Twitter when we'd...
News It Looks Like Destroy All Humans! Might Be Coming To Xbox Game Pass
If a recent store listing is any indication
We might be totally off base about this one, but we wanted to give you a heads up anyway! According to some recent evidence, it looks like the remake of classic Xbox game Destroy All Humans! might be coming to Xbox Game Pass. Twitter user and frequent Microsoft Store leaker WalkingCat highlighted over the...
News Microsoft To Reportedly Host 'What's Next For Gaming' Event Soon
But keep expectations in check
The rumours are out and about again! You might remember that back in early February, it was reported that Microsoft had a "What's New For Gaming" event to be held on March 23rd. But instead, the Xbox Indie Showcase took its place. That event is reportedly still planned, however - at least according to Mary Jo Foley...
Talking Point What Are You Buying In The Xbox Spring Sale 2021?
Or are you just sticking with Game Pass?
As usual for this time of year, the Xbox Spring Sale 2021 has officially begun over the past few days, featuring over 600 deals on games, bundles and add-ons across a wide range of quality titles on the Microsoft Store for console and PC. If you haven't had a chance to sample what's on offer yet, you'll find...
News Xbox Exclusive Quantum Break Celebrates Its Fifth Anniversary
The blockbuster game with time-amplified action
We've got a notable anniversary to tell you about today in the form of Remedy Entertainment's Xbox (console) exclusive Quantum Break, which officially launched five years ago for Xbox One on April 5, 2016. Where does the time go?! We haven't seen too many posts on social media acknowledging the...
Sunday4th Apr 2021
Soapbox Deep Rock Galactic Is One Of Xbox’s Most Hidden Gems, And It’s In Game Pass
Sometimes the best things are right under your nose
One of the best things about Xbox Game Pass will always be finding titles you had no idea about, or diving into genres that hold no appeal to you but somehow manage to resonate. Deep Rock Galactic has ticked both of those boxes for me, and I've been having an absolute blast discovering this hidden...
News Outriders Is Off To A Promising, But Turbulent Start On Xbox Game Pass
The team is working hard to stabilise the servers
The release of Square Enix's co-op RPG shooter Outriders was highly anticipated earlier this week, and perhaps a little too highly anticipated, as the team has been working very hard to try and stabilise the game's servers. Unfortunately, that's led to quite a bit of negative feedback on the...
News Halo Infinite's First Esports Event Has Been 'Locked In'
More details will be shared this summer
It seems like the development cycle of Halo Infinite is in a good place, with Microsoft and 343 Industries' Halo Esports lead, Tahir “Tashi” Hasandjekic, recently confirming the first competitive event for the next entry has been locked in. It's apparently got a date and venue, will be run by Esports...
Saturday3rd Apr 2021
News Microsoft Is Giving Away Free Gift Cards For The Xbox Spring Sale 2021
Update: A new batch has been sent out!
Update (Sat 3rd Apr, 2021 01:30 BST): Missed out on the first batch of gift cards? Microsoft is now sending out another batch to select Xbox users via direct message - across many more regions. We've seen reports that users in the US are getting anything from $5-10 gift cards, users in certain European...
Reaction Xbox Game Pass Has Become A Gold Mine For Sports Fans
It's a pretty incredible selection
Well, well, well! Have you recovered from yesterday's news yet? We were hit with the absolute bombshell (seriously, we had to do a triple-take to make sure it wasn't an April Fools' joke) that Sony's MLB The Show 21 would be coming to Xbox Game Pass on day one of launch - yes, a PlayStation Studios title entering...
Deals The Best Bargains In The Xbox Spring Sale 2021
Amazing games with huge discounts!
The Xbox Spring Sale 2021 is here! This year's sale features discounts on over 600 games, bundles and add-ons, available from (technically) Friday, April 2nd through Thursday, April 15th. Below, we've picked out some of the very best bargains available in the Xbox Spring Sale 2021, allowing you to pick up some...
Pick One Which Of These Classic Rare Games Is Your Favourite?
Remember, you can only pick one!
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, to celebrate a bunch of classic Rare games (and others!) being added to the cloud for the first time, we're taking a look back at some of these beloved titles. Which is your favourite? Remember, you can only pick one! Let's take a look at what we're working with:...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 3rd)
It's all about Outriders for us
Welcome to this Easter weekend! Again, there's loads to be keeping us busy over the next few days, including a couple of new Xbox Game Pass releases (Outriders, anyone?), another batch of Free Play Days titles, an open beta for EA's upcoming Knockout City, and of course, the
News Double Fine And iam8bit's Day Of The Devs Showcase Returning This June
As part of the Summer Game Fest
Summer Game Fest is returning this June, and will also include the 'Day of the Devs' showcase - presented by Xbox Game Studios developer Double Fine Productions (Psychonauts 2) and collectibles and production company, iam8bit. According to Geoff Keighley, it will be a "spectacular, concentrated global showcase"...
Friday2nd Apr 2021
News Xbox Promises To Make Mini Fridges After Winning Twitter Contest
Update: After over 500,000 votes, Xbox won!
Update: It's happening! After a very close battle, Xbox came out on top versus Skittles with 50.5% of the vote, with well over 500,000 votes collected in all. In response, Xbox's Aaron Greenberg promised to make the mini fridges a reality: "Thanks to everyone who voted, this was down to the wire and...
Deals All 30+ Classic Xbox Games In The Xbox Spring Sale 2021
Xbox 360 and original Xbox titles
Update: It seems some of these deals have yet to go live on the Microsoft Store, but they are live on the Xbox 360 marketplace. If you can't find a deal, we'd suggest buying through the links below, and hopefully the modern Microsoft Store for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S will update soon with all the...
News Sorry Everyone, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Will No Longer Be Launching This Spring
Noooooooooooo!
LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga was originally scheduled to be hitting Xbox this Spring, but TT Games has announced the game will no longer be meeting that release window, with no new date in sight. In a statement to fans, the developer said it hopes it will be "the biggest and best-ever LEGO game", but unfortunately, this...
News Incredibly, Sony Is Bringing MLB The Show 21 To Xbox Game Pass
Arriving on the day of launch this month
April Fools' Day is over, folks! Microsoft has announced that Sony is bringing its upcoming PlayStation Studios baseball title MLB The Show 21 to Xbox Game Pass on the day of release - April 20. Incredible! The game will be available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S when it arrives in just a few...
News EA's FIFA 21 & NHL 21 Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass Very Soon
As part of the EA Play program
We've got some great news for fans of EA's sports titles! It was revealed recently that NHL 21 would be coming to EA Play in April, and now we've got a date - April 12 - while the mega popular FIFA 21 will also be joining EA Play this May, and both will be available at no extra charge with your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate...
Talking Point Should Xbox Continue Its Games With Gold Initiative?
It's becoming a tough sell
Xbox's Games With Gold announcements often seem to be met with similar feelings these days - disappointment. There's no denying that it's delivered some great games and everyone's tastes won't line up with one another, but the general feeling seems to be largely negative on the whole, especially since the emergence of Xbox...
News Watch Dogs: Legion Is Adding A 60FPS Mode For Xbox Series X
It's currently in development for next-gen consoles
If you've ever played Watch Dogs: Legion on Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S, you'll know that it looks visually fantastic (with ray tracing!), but there's one big downside - it only runs at 30 frames per-second on the consoles. Since release, Ubisoft has been pestered with requests for a 60 frames...
News Ghostrunner's Xbox Series X Upgrade Is Still On The Way, But Not Until The End Of The Year
But there's plenty more content in the meantime
Ghostrunner launched last year and even on the Xbox One it was a beautiful cyberpunk game. But with it's fast paced combat, it demanded a next-gen upgrade. This was confirmed to be coming, however the roadmap for the game's 2021 plans signal it's still a ways off. As reported by Gematsu, an outline of...
Thursday1st Apr 2021
Deals Xbox Spring Sale 2021 Now Live, 600+ Games Discounted
Hope you've been saving up for Easter!
The Xbox Spring Sale 2021 is here! This year's sale features discounts on over 600 games, bundles and add-ons, available from (technically) Friday, April 2nd through Thursday, April 15th. Below, we've highlighted just some of the biggest games included in the sale (of course, there are many others to...
News How To Claim 2500 Bonus Microsoft Points On Xbox In April
Your Monthly Bonus Round instructions
Update: If you're having trouble getting the Microsoft Rewards Top 10 punch card to work, you're not alone! It doesn't appear to be working for everyone just yet, so keep trying it over the next few hours / next couple of days. If you're wondering what it is, the punch card requires you to complete just one...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (April 1-4)
Step into the role of a Bounty Hunter
It's time for another batch of Free Play Days titles! Three more games are available to play for free this weekend for Xbox Live Gold members, and they're ready to download right now. So, what's on offer? We've got the competitive first-person PvP bounty hunting game Hunt: Showdown, 2.5D action arcade mashup...
Random No, Halo Infinite Hasn't Been Delayed Again
It's April Fools, Chief
If someone told you Halo Infinite had been delayed again, you would probably think it was a joke, right? Of course, you would. It's already been delayed and as you might recall that was serious news. Despite all the warning signs that another delay could easily be fake, video game website
News Tony Hawk Might Be The Best Use Of 120FPS So Far On Xbox Series X
"Switching to performance mode is tremendous"
It's been a strange old week for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 on Xbox Series X, and while Activision has come in for a lot of flack for various reasons, there's no doubt that the next-gen upgrade for the game is pretty darn good.
News Season 6 Of Halo: The Master Chief Collection Lands Next Week
Get ready, Spartans!
Halo: The Master Chief Collection is still going strong and doing a mighty fine job of bridging the gap to Halo Infinite. On April 7 the game will enter Season 6, which brings new unlockables, accessories, and more. 100 new tiers will be available to rank through on the Season Pass and it's said to also bring "brand new back...
News Phil Spencer Celebrates Seven Years As The Head Of Xbox
Happy anniversary, Phil!
Phil Spencer, the man behind the shift in Xbox over the past generation is now celebrating having been the head of the company for the past seven years. As we all know, the beginning of the Xbox One era was a dark time for the company, and many fans were beginning to question their loyalty to the console. It all seemed as...
News Co-Op RPG Shooter Outriders Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Square Enix's big new release has arrived
Today's the day! Square Enix and People Can Fly's new co-op RPG shooter Outriders is officially available across all platforms as of today, and it's also included on console and Android devices with Xbox Game Pass. If you've never heard of Outriders, the game is a 1-3 player 'drop-in-drop-out' shooter set...
News Dying Light 2 Plans To Feature Ray Tracing On Xbox Series X
And it should last you over 20 hours
We (finally) got a small taste of some new gameplay footage for Dying Light 2 a couple of weeks ago, and now the game's developer, Techland, has revealed a few more details about the game in an interview with Wccftech. The team only t
News The New Map In Among Us Has A Seriously Cool Halo Easter Egg
Keep your eyes peeled
Among Us hasn't made the jump to consoles yet, but it is available on Xbox Game Pass for PC. As of yesterday, a new map launched, and fans have found a cool Halo Easter Egg residing on it. Known as The Airship, the map is actually based on one of developer Innersloth's previous games known as Harry Stickmin, which some fans...
News Maneater Is Getting Its First DLC Expansion On Xbox This Summer
With two new episodes and an entirely new region
The excellent open-world action-RPG (ShARkPG) Maneater is getting its very first DLC expansion this summer across Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, introducing two new episodes and an entirely new region. Entitled "Maneater: Truth Quest", the DLC will expand the game's story and "take...
News Sorry Folks, You're Going To Have To Wait A Little Longer For The Resident Evil Movie Reboot
Hopefully the wait is worth it
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City is a live-action reboot for the movie series coming later this year. It was originally scheduled to release on September 3, but has now been pushed back to November 24. As reported by Variety, the big budget blockbuster has had its release date pulled from under its feet by Sony,...
News You Can Check Out Knockout City’s Open Beta On Xbox This Weekend
And earn exclusive gear for the full game
Knockout City had been confirmed to have a closed cross-play beta this weekend, but EA has decided to share a bit of good will this Easter and open it up to all players in all regions on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Running between April 2 - April 4, various playlists will be available during the timeframe...
News Dead Or Alive Series Director Parts Ways With Koei Tecmo
"I worked on Dead or Alive for 16 years"
Yohei Shimbori, who has worked on the Dead or Alive series since 2004, has left Koei Tecmo after 16 years. Shimbori announced news of his departure in a tweet, which when translated explains that as of today he has officially left the company. He managed to work on ten games in the series over the 16 years...
News Dirt 5 Brings The Noise In The New Uproar Content Pack
By bringing back some classic cars
Codemasters has unleashed a new Uproar Content Pack for Dirt 5, which delivers new cars, career events, customisation options and more for £9.99 (or £8.99 for Xbox Game Pass members). Additionally, Amplified Edition or Year One Upgrade owners can download it for free. The pack brings across four cars from the...
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