Guide Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In September 2021
The latest Game Pass reveals and updates
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News - September, 2021
Thursday30th Sep 2021
News Six More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (September 30)
Assemble your team of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes
It's Game Pass day! We've got four more games entering the service today, with the highlights being the highly-anticipated addition of Marvel's Avengers as well as some surprise announcements this morning, including Scarlet Nexus! In addition, we've also got two extra games launching day one
Roundup Here's Everything That Was Revealed During Xbox's Tokyo Game Show 2021 Stream
Missed the event? Here's a recap
Weren't able to catch Xbox's Tokyo Game Show stream earlier today? No worries! You can always go back and watch the on-demand version for yourself, and we've also detailed all the important reveals in this article. The following list is everything that was announced during the stream: Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming...
News WW2 Shooter Hell Let Loose Now Has A 10-Hour Free Trial On Xbox
Download and play the full game right now
Hell Let Loose has had plenty of hype surrounding it ahead of the game's console release on October 5, and now it's actually available to play for free for 10 hours on Xbox Series X|S, including access to the full game and all its features. Hell Let Loose is a hardcore World War Two first person shooter...
News Surprise! Scarlet Nexus Is Joining Xbox Game Pass Today
Announced at the Tokyo Game Show
As a surprise announcement during Xbox's Tokyo Game Show stream, it was revealed Scarlet Nexus is coming to the service and will be available later today on Xbox, PC and Cloud (with touch controls!). Releasing back in June, the stylish RPG has already made its way to Xbox Game Pass members, bringing fast-paced...
News Phil Spencer Congratulates God Of War Director On ‘Best Game Of All Time’ Award
"Great recognition for a fantastic game"
It seems like Xbox head Phil Spencer and God of War director Cory Barlog are good friends these days, and a recent exchange on social media has fueled their relationship even further. Following a competition that saw IGN readers voting for their favourite game, God of War came out on top. Following this,...
News PlayStation Acquires Metal Gear Solid HD Dev BluePoint Games
Another one bites the dust
The acquisitions just keep ramping up over at PlayStation HQ as the company has now acquired BluePoint Games, which previously worked on Metal Gear Solid HD Collection and the Xbox 360 port of Titanfall. It's no huge surprise this acquisition has been made, considering the developer has solely been working with...
Review Scarlet Nexus - Bonkers Combat, With An Even More Bonkers Story
Bring some painkillers
With Scarlet Nexus joining Xbox Game Pass (September 30), we're re-publishing this review. A few hours into Scarlet Nexus your fingers are dancing around the controller as you're directing the ballet of action on screen. By the end of the game, you're not only directing the experience, but you're also producing it,...
News The Good Life Is Definitely Coming To Xbox Game Pass This October, Demo Now Available
It looks absolutely bonkers
After some uncertainty over whether The Good Life would be coming to Xbox Game Pass, developer White Owls has confirmed it will be hitting the service day one on October 15 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. There's also a free demo available on the Microsoft Store
News Xbox Game Pass Title Moonglow Bay Has Been Delayed Ever So Slightly
Wholesome vibes coming your way... a few weeks later
Update: Unfortunately some "pesky bugs" have put a spanner in the works, resulting in Moonglow Bay being delayed by a few weeks until October 26. Thankfully, it's not too far away! Ahead of its Xbox Game Pass launch, the team has something special to share on its original release date of...
News Take-Two CEO Seems To Think Xbox Game Pass Subscriber Count Is Now At 30 Million
It was around 18 mil back in January
In what's being described as a "leaked" figure shared in an interview that went live ahead of schedule, Take-Two's CEO, Strauss Zelnick, has apparently revealed the Xbox Game Pass subscriber count is now at 30 million. In the same "Fireside Chat" with Yahoo, head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, said the subscriber count...
News Phil Spencer: Xbox Series X|S Supply Issues Will Continue Into 2022
"It’s going to be with us for months and months"
If you were hoping to easily grab an Xbox Series X|S before the year's end, then you might want to temper those expectations. Xbox boss Phil Spencer has said he believes the shortages will carry on into 2022. Speaking to The Wrap (thanks VGC for the transcription), Spencer said there are multiple...
News eFootball 2022 Receives 'Overwhelmingly Negative' Reviews At Launch
The PES replacement is off to a worrying start
Konami unveiled the PES replacement eFootball earlier this year, serving as a free-to-play game that will evolve with new features over time, but its initial launch (it went live last night) has gone down noticeably poorly so far. Players have swarmed social media to share their impressions, with the...
News The First Two Of October 2021's Xbox Games With Gold Are Now Available
Step into the shadows of the hell house
You can now begin downloading the first batch of October 2021's Xbox Games With Gold titles (one day early!), which are the Xbox One game Aaero and Xbox 360 game Castlevania: Harmony of Despair. Both titles are available right now from the Microsoft Store (links at the bottom of the page) or by searching...
News Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition Has Been Rated In Korea
Is an announcement coming soon?
Following on from rumours of a remastered collection of classic GTA games arriving either later this year or sometime next year, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - Definitive Edition has now officially been rated in Korea. The listing was spotted by Twitter user Nibellion, which revealed the game has been rated by a...
News These Five Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (September 30)
One last Night in the Woods
In case you'd forgotten, today marks the removal of five more games from the Xbox Game Pass library, including favourites such as Night in the Woods, Drake Hollow and Warhammer: Vermintide II. Here are the five games confirmed to leave before the end of the day on Xbox Game Pass: Date Game Platform Sep 30th Drake...
Video Watch Xbox's Tokyo Game Show 2021 Stream Here
A 50-minute celebration with Xbox's Asia community
Update: The show is now over, and we've provided a full recap of announcements elsewhere on Pure Xbox. Original story: Welcome! It's time for Xbox's live stream at the Tokyo Game Show 2021, which is a 50-minute show featuring the latest regionally relevant updates on previously announced games...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (September 30 - October 3)
Cooking, racing and slicing
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. This weekend will see a varied selection, from the hectic co-op action of Overcooked! All You Can Eat to the fast-paced tracks of NASCAR...
News Xbox Cloud Gaming Is Expanding To Four More Territories This Week
Now supported in 26 countries
As part of today's Tokyo Game Show 2021 stream, Microsoft announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming will be expanding to Australia, Brazil, Japan and Mexico this week. The rollout is beginning today in Brazil and Mexico, with Australia and Japan getting support from October 1. This brings the total number to 26 countries which...
News Marvel's Avengers & Scarlet Nexus Now Support Xbox Play Anywhere
Carry your progress between console and PC
Marvel's Avengers and Scarlet Nexus both joined Xbox Game Pass today (the latter was a surprise as part of the Tokyo Game Show 2021), and as an added bonus, both titles now support Xbox Play Anywhere. Whether you want to play on your console or from the comfort of your PC, your progress will easily...
Wednesday29th Sep 2021
Guide How To Pre-Install Marvel's Avengers With Xbox Game Pass
Get prepared ahead of this Thursday
Xbox hit us with the exciting news yesterday that Marvel's Avengers is joining Xbox Game Pass this Thursday, September 30, but you'll need to be prepared for its pretty huge file size of up to 110GB on Xbox. Fortunately, there's an unofficial way of pre-installing the game ahead of time, and it involves using the
News Xbox Series X's 4K Dashboard Test Expands To More Insiders
A thing of beauty
Xbox users have been craving a 4K dashboard for some time now, and now the feature is rolling out to more Xbox Insider members. While the feature was introduced to Alpha ring members earlier this year, users in the Beta ring will now find the upgrade available for them too. As part of this week's Insider update, Xbox Series X...
News Insurgency: Sandstorm Makes Its Debut On Xbox, Available Now
"The definitive tactical FPS on consoles"
We've seen a lot of Xbox fans building anticipation for the release of Insurgency: Sandstorm over the past few weeks and months, and today is the day, as the game is officially now available for Xbox One, Series X and Series S. Described as "the definitive tactical FPS on consoles", Insurgency: Sandstorm...
Roundup Here's What's Coming To Xbox In October 2021
It's another action-packed month of releases
It's another huge month for new releases on Xbox in October 2021, with over 50 games slated for release including FIFA 22, Alan Wake Remastered, Far Cry 6, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, Riders Republic and many more. That's not to mention the Game Pass titles, which are highlighted by the day one...
News Here's Every Game That Supports Dolby Vision & Atmos On Xbox So Far
It's a small selection to start with
Yesterday, Xbox announced Dolby Vision for gaming on Xbox Series X and Series S, gifting applicable users the ability to enhance their games even further. Now, we have confirmation from Microsoft of which games support both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos so far. Despite the
News Xbox Is Making Game Pass & Live Gold Cheaper In Three Territories
Chile, Hong Kong and Israel
Microsoft is lowering the price of Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold in Chile, Hong Kong and Israel, responding to the market in those territories. The company confirmed the news to VGC, revealing these changes have been made to fall in line with the economic climate of each territory, rather than serving as the...
News Phil Spencer Is Lost For Words About Lost Words On Xbox Game Pass
He has no words anymore
Indie titles are hitting Xbox Game Pass every week at the moment, but there's one that seems to constantly be capturing Xbox boss Phil Spencer's attention, and that's Lost Words: Beyond the Page. Spencer's love for the game began in April when he described it as a "really a special game" with a "fantastic atmosphere, writing...
News Trade-In: GAME Is Offering An Xbox Series S With FIFA 22 From £85
Stock permitting
While many potential customers are still battling to get a next-gen console, it seems the UK retailer GAME is actively encouraging people to test their luck in-store. A special promotion is offering customers the opportunity to pick up an Xbox Series S along with FIFA 22 for as little as £84.99 when trading in an old console. The...
News MediEvil Inspired Pumpkin Jack Is Heading To Xbox Series X|S Just In Time For Halloween
Spooky!
Pumpkin Jack arrived on Xbox One last year and was a surprisingly fun platformer with a wonderful spooky mood. Now, the game is heading to Xbox Series X|S in the form of a free next-gen upgrade on October 27. Inspired by games such as MediEvil and Jak & Daxter, the next-gen version will be bringing two new graphical options for players...
News Echo Generation Releases Day One With Xbox Game Pass This October
Dive into the supernatural
We've known for a while now that Echo Generation was coming to Xbox in 2021, and now we've got confirmation that the turn-based adventure will also be arriving with Xbox Game Pass for console, PC and cloud at launch on October 21. The game is set in the summer of 1993, and sees you and your friends setting out to...
News Medal TV, The Game Capture Platform, Has Partnered With Xbox
"Bringing your clips to the world"
If you're an Xbox user who likes to edit, share and upload game clips to YouTube and social media, you might be interested in checking out the "#1 game capture platform" Medal, as it's partnered with Xbox. All you'll have to do is link your Xbox account to the Medal client, and then you can create quick links to...
News Toy Soldiers HD Sets New October Release Date For Xbox
It's once again on the move
We've been keeping a keen eye on Toy Soldiers HD for a while now, which is an HD remaster of the popular 2010 Xbox 360 game, but unfortunately its release date has been pushed back a bit further until October 21. The reason is to ensure the game gets a simultaneous release across all platforms (including PlayStation 4...
Review Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania - A Love Letter With A Few Misfires
AiAi and his friends are back!
Can you believe the Super Monkey Ball series is 20 years old? We can't either, but 2021 is the year of the monkey and SEGA is celebrating its iconic hero AiAi and friends with Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania, a completely remastered collection of three fan-favourite titles in the franchise. Whether you're a series...
News Battlefield 2042's Beta Will Require Xbox Live Gold, But Not PlayStation Plus
For some reason
News of Battlefield 2042's open beta surfaced this week, alerting fans they can expect to dive into the action as early as next week. However, it's been confirmed all players will require an Xbox Live Gold membership to check it out on Microsoft's consoles, whereas PlayStation owners won't require a Plus subscription. The news was...
Tuesday28th Sep 2021
News Two More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass (September 28)
"Think differently" in this time-bending tactical shooter
It's Game Pass day! We've got two more games entering the service today, and both are brand-new launches on Xbox. However, neither are officially available at the time of writing, as they're set to release later in the day. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass (later)...
News Chernobylite Brings Its Survival Horror RPG To Xbox, Out Now
Uncover the truth of your tortured past
There's been a fair bit of anticipation surrounding the release of sci-fi survival horror RPG Chernobylite on Xbox, and now it's finally available as of today, with the game retailing for a very reasonable £24.99 / $29.99 at launch. The game sees you take on the role of Igor, a physicist and ex-employee of...
News Marvel's Avengers Is Heading To Xbox Game Pass This Thursday
Xbox Game Pass members assemble!
Big news! Xbox, Square Enix and Crystal Dynamics have announced today that Marvel's Avengers is officially coming to Xbox Game Pass for console, PC and cloud as soon as this Thursday, September 30. This is described as the "complete Marvel’s Avengers experience", including all previously released free content —...
News Microsoft CEO: Xbox Is Now A Much More Central Part Of The Company
"Xbox was part of Microsoft but it was out on the side"
It's been clear in recent years that Microsoft is putting a bigger emphasis on Xbox. From huge studio acquisitions such as Bethesda to introducing Xbox Game Pass, the company is working hard to involve the brand in its ecosystem. This is something Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has publicly...
News Here Are Your Xbox Games With Gold For October 2021
Another four games are on the way
Microsoft has officially announced all four Xbox Games With Gold titles for October 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 October: Xbox Series X / Xbox One:...
News Dolby Vision For Gaming Is Now Available On Xbox Series X|S
For over 100 next-gen titles
The Xbox Series X and Series S are making console history starting today, as they've become the first systems to incorporate Dolby Vision for gaming. The new feature (previously available for Insiders) will be available for over 100 next-gen titles, along with boosting visual enhancements on thousands of classic HDR10...
News EA Acknowledges FIFA 22 Issues On Xbox Series S, Calls Them A 'Priority'
"We'll get this handled as soon as we can"
FIFA 22 opened its early access doors recently ahead of its full release on October 1, and while we've had a positive experience on Xbox Series X, it appears Xbox Series S players are suffering an assortment of issues. Concerns surfaced on the day the EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 10-hour trial...
News Xbox Cloud Gaming For Console Is Now Rolling Out To Insiders
"Cloud gaming on your console – no installs required"
In some surprise news, Microsoft has announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming for Console has already begun rolling out to Xbox Insiders as of today, allowing you to play Game Pass games on your console without having to install them first. The feature is available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members,...
News Xbox Updates Its Studio Web Page With Bethesda's Development Teams
It's now been a year since they joined forces
Believe it or not, it's already been one year since Xbox announced its acquisition of Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media, valued at $7.5 billion. This included developers such as id Software, Arkane and even the Japan-based team at Tango Gameworks. To mark this special occasion it appears Microsoft...
News Get Ready, Battlefield 2042's Open Beta Begins Next Week
With Early Access for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members
Having been delayed until November, EA has finally announced its Battlefield 2042 beta plans. Eager fans can expect to jump in between October 8 - 9, with early access open from October 6 for anyone who has pre-ordered or is an EA Play member (which includes Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers).
Deals 200+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (September 28 - October 5)
Including a Tokyo Game Show Sale
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection is highlighted by a special Tokyo Game Show Sale ahead of the event taking place this Thursday, along with the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight sales. Additionally, it includes a 60% offer for Ghostrunner, which is getting a free next-gen...
Poll Are You Happy With October 2021's Xbox Games With Gold?
What do you make of the selection?
Microsoft has officially announced October 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 Aaero and Hover, along with Xbox 360 (backwards compatible) games...
News Ghostrunner's Free Xbox Series X, Series S Upgrade Is Now Available
With ray tracing support and 4K at up to 120fps
Ghostrunner was perhaps one of last year's most underrated gems. Releasing just before the launch of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, the game didn’t seem to get the attention it quite deserved at the time, but hopefully that’s all set to change today as a free next-gen upgrade of the game is...
Deals All Classic Xbox Games In This Week's Sales (September 28 - October 5)
Xbox 360 and original Xbox titles
This week's selection of Xbox Deals is now live, and alongside the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight offerings, we've also got a special sale centred around Xbox's appearance at this Thursday's Tokyo Game Show. Below, we've included every single Xbox 360 and original Xbox game available over the next week, but be...
News Xbox Console Exclusive Scorn May Have Been Delayed Until 2022
Say goodbye to that Fall 2021 release window
Despite recent news that Scorn was still intended to launch on Xbox this year, newly discovered information seems to suggest it may have been pushed back until sometime in 2022. As spotted by True Achievements, a recent press release from Kepler
Video Alan Wake Remastered 4K Gameplay Showcases A Substantial Upgrade
Shine a light on this
Alan Wake Remastered is right around the corner. Up until now, we’ve had some comparison footage to showcase some hefty changes, but recently released gameplay of the first seven minutes running in 4K is our best look yet. As shared by IGN, the gameplay features a stunning look at the game’s introduction. While the...
News Don't Worry, Disney Classic Games Collection Will Have A $9.99 DLC Upgrade Option
There's no need to purchase the game again
News of the Disney Classic Games Collection dropped last week, which revealed the previously released bundle of Aladdin and The Lion King would be joined by some new titles. Not only is the SNES version of Aladdin being included, but The Jungle Book will also be joining the roster. Since this announcement,...
Monday27th Sep 2021
Feature These 30+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (September 28 - October 1)
It's a busy, busy week
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and there's plenty of major titles on the way including FIFA 22, Insurgency: Sandstorm, Hot Wheels Unleashed and eFootball 2022, along with yet another batch of Xbox Game Pass additions including a bunch of day one launches. As it stands, here's what's coming to Xbox...
News The New Xbox Internet Browser Can Run PS1 And Nintendo 64 Games
At full speed in many cases
Xbox's long-awaited new Chromium-based Edge browser finally released last week, and we knew it wouldn't be long until Xbox users found new ways to utilise its capabilities to play different types of games on their consoles. Popular YouTuber MVG (Modern Vintage Gamer) is the first to highlight the new emulation...
News Stranded Deep Is Finally Adding Online Co-Op Multiplayer This Week
Available as part of a free update
Survival game Stranded Deep has consistently found itself among the top paid games on the Microsoft Store for Xbox since its release in April 2020, and now it's getting a much-requested feature in the form of online co-op multiplayer. The free new feature will be available this Tuesday, September 28, and will...
News Hot Wheels Unleashed's Retail Release Is Causing Confusion For Xbox Owners
Make sure you buy the right version
Hot Wheels Unleashed is launching on Xbox this week and if you're planning on picking up a physical release, you may want to ensure you're purchasing the correct version. Xbox fans over on Resetera have discovered that two versions of the physical release exist. One just mentions Xbox Series
News Kena: Bridge Of Spirits Team Will Look At Possible Xbox Release After A 'Rest'
Fingers crossed
Since the release of Kena: Bridge of Spirits on PlayStation and PC platforms last week, Xbox players have been hungry to devour the game. Unfortunately, there are no concrete plans in place for a release on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S systems, but developer Ember Lab's recent comments instil some hope. Speaking to...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About Hot Wheels Unleashed
Can it live up to the name?
There's been plenty of attention surrounding Hot Wheels Unleashed ever since it was first announced back in February this year, and its release is fast approaching later this week on Thursday, September 30. The first reviews have just dropped for the game across the web, so here's what the verdict is so far: IGN (9/10):...
Hardware Review 8BitDo Media Remote For Xbox - Cheap, Cheerful And Stylish
With two different versions to choose from
We've long been fans of 8BitDo's products (their SN30 Pro Cloud Gaming controller is excellent), so we had little doubt their new line of Xbox media remotes would be worth a purchase. They look stylish, are available at a good price and do the job well — but if you've never owned an Xbox Media Remote...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About FIFA 22
Back of the net?
FIFA 22's free EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate trial began last week, and with the full release approaching this Friday (October 1), the first reviews have started appearing across the web for EA's latest footie game. We're hoping to provide a review of the game very soon, but for now, here are the early verdicts: The...
News Trolli Is Giving Away One-Month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Trials
And a custom Xbox Series S
Candy company Trolli has announced a new Xbox promotion in which you can get one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate when buying participating Trolli products, as well as a chance to win a custom Xbox Series S. The promotion lasts until March 31, 2022 across the US, but the catch is that the one-month trial is for new Xbox...
News Bright Memory: Infinite Still Slated For 2021 Release, New Images
Looking promising as ever
Bright Memory: Infinite has this habit of slipping off our radar for a few months, then popping back up, showcasing just how promising it looks. These new images have got us all excited for the game again, along with the news of it still being on track for a 2021 release. Developer FYQD Studio reiterated their aim for a...
News At Last, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut Is Coming To Xbox This October
Get ready, detective
After originally only launching on PC, then moving onto PlayStation, and later being confirmed for a Nintendo Switch release, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut is finally coming to Xbox. It's set to launch digitally on October 12, with a physical edition arriving on November 9. The critically acclaimed RPG brings an array of changes...
News PlatinumGames: Tell Nintendo If You Want Bayonetta 3 On Xbox
'Please do your best and send enthusiastic requests'
Last week's Nintendo Direct saw PlatinumGames unveil a new trailer for Bayonetta 3, and since then, executive director Hideki Kamiya has told Xbox and PlayStation fans to "tell Nintendo" if they want the game on other platforms. As highlighted and translated by Kotaku, Kamiya mentioned that th
News Bethesda Is Sending The Star Of Deathloop A PS5 So He Can Play His Own Game
The Xbox-owned Bethesda saves the day
You'd think that being part of Deathloop, it would be pretty easy for you to play the game when it launches, right? Apparently not, as Jason Kelley, the voice of protagonist Colt, has been unable to play the game due to the lack of a PlayStation 5 to play it on. Thankfully, the Xbox-owned Bethesda has swooped in...
Tuesday28th Sep 2021
News 343 Opens Up Halo Infinite's Multiplayer Preview To More Players
Download the Xbox Insider Hub to participate
Round two of the second Halo Infinite multiplayer technical preview is taking place this weekend between October 1-3, and as previously mentioned, 343 will be opening it up to more players than ever before. This time around it seems you won't even have to be an "Halo Insider" - instead, anyone with an...
Sunday26th Sep 2021
News Bassmaster Fishing 2022 Launches Day One With Xbox Game Pass This October
The Official Video Game of B.A.S.S.
We've got another Xbox Game Pass announcement to share in the form of Bassmaster Fishing 2022, which will be launching day one with the service in just a few short weeks on October 28. The "official video game of B.A.S.S.", Bassmaster Fishing 2022 features large multiplayer lobbies, cross-play, Bassmaster Royale,...
Guide All Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks You Can Claim In September 2021
Become a member and reclaim the wasteland
We haven't seen very many new Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks in September at all, but as we approach the end of the month, there are still a few notable additions to the library that you can grab at no extra charge right now. The highlight? One month of free Fallout 1st membership which you can use in...
News Halo Infinite's 'Super Punch' Glitch Has Already Been Resolved In Internal Builds
It was fun while it lasted
The second multiplayer technical preview for Halo Infinite is well underway, and while everyone seems to be thoroughly enjoying it, there is one rather amusing glitch in the latest build. It seems the old "super punch" glitch has made a return, as highlighted by our friends over at VGC. This glitch has previously shown
News Life Is Strange Remastered Sets New February 2022 Release Date
Following its recent delay
Square Enix has provided an official new release date for the delayed Life is Strange Remastered Collection, with the game now set to launch on February 1, 2022. It will include remasters of the first game and 'Before The Storm'. The collection was delayed back in August "due to the ongoing challenges of the worldwide...
Saturday25th Sep 2021
Video Alan Wake Remastered Gets A Side-By-Side Comparison Trailer
See the difference between Xbox Series X and Xbox 360
The launch of Alan Wake Remastered for Xbox One, Series X and Series S is fast approaching its October 5 release date, and now we've got a comparison trailer between the Series X and original Xbox 360 versions. As expected, there are some pretty substantial differences between the two, with an...
News Halo Infinite's Second Technical Preview Is Off To An Impressive Start
"The whole thing feels so, so right"
In case you've been living under a rock, Halo Infinite's second technical preview is taking place throughout this weekend on Xbox One, Series X, Series S and PC, and so far it's been getting all the plaudits on social media. Fans have been taking to the likes of Twitter to express their love for the multiplayer,...
News Crystal Dynamics Is Absolutely 'Thrilled' To Be Working On The New Perfect Dark Game
"We thrive on reimagining epic heroes"
Yesterday, we got the surprise news that The Initiative would be partnering with Crystal Dynamics on the upcoming Perfect Dark game. The Xbox studio said it was "incredibly excited" to work with the developer known for titles like Tomb Raider, and in response to this, Crystal Dynamics has shared its own...
News Scalebound's Lead Designer Is Now Directing Bayonetta 3 For Nintendo
Scalebound, the Xbox exclusive that never was
Scalebound is still a bit of a touchy subject amongst some Xbox fans — an Xbox exclusive developed by PlatinumGames in the mid 2010s which was eventually cancelled by Xbox and Microsoft Studios in January of 2017. There's still a group of people who call for its return on a semi-regular basis, but if...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 25-26)
Did you get into the Halo Infinite Preview?
Welcome to the weekend! We've got a bunch of new Xbox Game Pass additions to check out over the next couple of days, along with three more Free Play Days titles, the FIFA 22 free trial with EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and of course
Pick One Which Is Your Favourite Respawn Entertainment Game So Far?
Apex, Titanfall or Star Wars?
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, given that Respawn has been in the news regarding Titanfall in recent days, we thought we'd take a look at the games the developer has released on Xbox so far. Respawn is still a relatively new company, having only launched its first game seven years ago in 2014, but...
Friday24th Sep 2021
News Xbox's New Internet Browser Is Out Now, And It's A Major Improvement
Use mouse & keyboard, stream games, etc
Microsoft has now officially rolled out the new version of Microsoft Edge for Xbox as part of the September 2021 Xbox update, and it's a massive improvement on the old version with a bunch of extra features to take advantage of. This is the Chromium version of Edge, and that means any issues you might have...
News Hyperkin Announces 'Cortana Edition' Xbox Duke Controller
Available to pre-order now
Hyperkin caused a buzz earlier this month when it announced it was bringing back the original Xbox Duke controller for Xbox's 20th anniversary, and a new variant has now been added in the form of a 'Cortana Edition'. The Cortana Edition features a "special Halo 20th anniversary Cortana design" along with a "Cortana...
Guide Halo Infinite: How To Fix 'Your Account Is Not Authorized' Issue
Can't play? Here's what you need to do
Halo Infinite's second technical preview is now live on Xbox (and PC), but you might be running into a issue where it tells you "your account is not authorized to play Halo Infinite", and no matter what you do, you just can't get past it. Don't worry! 343 Industries is aware of this problem, and the issue is...
News Here's What's Included In The Xbox September 2021 Update
The latest new features for September
The Xbox September 2021 update has been unveiled today by Microsoft, and while it's a quiet one this time around (including a few already released features), it's highlighted by the much-anticipated new Microsoft Edge browser. Here's a brief overview of what's on the way, with more details available at
News Phil Spencer 'Thrilled' To Have Crystal Dynamics Partnering On Perfect Dark
"Great to see continued momentum"
Last night, the huge news of Crystal Dynamics and The Initiative joining forces on Perfect Dark hit the web. It's said the game is still early in development, and the teams couldn't pass up the opportunity to work together. It's also a collaboration that Xbox boss Phil Spencer has said he's "thrilled" to see happen...
News 343 Industries Shares 67 Stunning 'Art Of Halo Infinite' Images
"Please enjoy this collection of beautiful art"
Halo Infinite's second technical preview is now officially underway, but just over 24 hours ago, you might remember that 343 Industries warned it could be delayed due to some unexpected issues prior to release. It turns out those issues were related to 343 accidentally including a bunch of concept art...
News The Initiative Partners With Crystal Dynamics On Perfect Dark
The "first-person spy thriller" is still "early in development"
Here's some breaking news - The Initiative has announced it will be partnering with Crystal Dynamics to help it bring the new Perfect Dark game to the next generation. Crystal Dynamics is best known for series such as Tomb Raider and was also behind the Square Enix project Marvel's...
News Diablo 2: Resurrected Has Suffered Some Launch Issues On Xbox
Loss of progress, log in issues and more
Diablo 2: Resurrected launched yesterday, and while many long time fans have been excited to jump in, it hasn't been without a few day one issues. Users have reported not being able to log in, connectivity problems and even losing their save data entirely. The issues seem to stem from Diablo 2: Resurrected's...
News Surprise! Castlevania Advance Collection Is Now Available On Xbox
Count Dracula is once more back from the dead...
Following its appearance at the Nintendo Direct last night, Castlevania Advance Collection has shadow dropped onto Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S after becoming the worst kept secret for the past few months. Listed on the Microsoft Store for £15.99 / $19.99, the collection comes bundled...
News NHL 22's Free Xbox Game Pass Trial Arrives In Early October
As part of EA Play
We're still busy enjoying the 10 free hours of FIFA 22 that have been provided with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and EA Play over the past couple of days, and now we know that NHL 22 will be getting the same tre
News Halo Infinite's Second Multiplayer Preview Is Now Available For Download
Matchmaking will be limited to certain windows
Following on from 343's warning yesterday about a possible "shift" in its Halo Infinite multiplayer preview schedule, it seems it's now given everything the all-clear. 343's community manager, John Junyszek, has confirmed the "final test" has gone well and the release process is now underway
News Silent Hill 2, One Of The Greatest Horror Games Of All Time, Is Now 20 Years Old
We'll take a new entry, please
Unfortunately, we're not here today to tell you the Silent Hill series is returning. Instead, we're here to talk about what is arguably one of the greatest horror games ever created - Silent Hill 2 - which is celebrating its 20th anniversary. On this day in 2001, Konami released Silent Hill 2 into the world, haunting...
News Kerbal Space Program: Enhanced Edition Has Landed On Xbox Series X, Series S
Complete with mouse and keyboard support
To top off the week, Private Division has announced Kerbal Space Program: Enhanced Edition has landed onto Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S as a free upgrade for all Xbox One owners of the game. The updated version sees numerous improvements coming to KSP. Amongst them are an improved framerate, upgraded...
Mini Review Islanders: Console Edition - An Addictive Tetris City Builder
Building has never been so relaxing
On the outside, Islanders: Console Edition seems like just another take on the city building genre, but within a single minute, it's clear there's more here than meets the eye. Instead of making your islands as pretty as possible, there's a surprisingly in-depth puzzle experience to sink your teeth into, which is...
Thursday23rd Sep 2021
News Get Prepared, Xbox Mini Fridge Info Is On The Way Very Soon
Ahead of the launch this holiday
The Xbox Mini Fridge has become somewhat of a phenomenon ever since it was announced earlier this year, and as revealed by Xbox exec Aaron Greenberg, we'll be getting some concrete news on the launch this October. We already know that it's expected to arrive this holiday, and Greenberg reiterated this in his tweet:...
Random Whataburger Is Giving Away This Ridiculous Custom Xbox Series X
"We’ve been waiting 71 years for this moment"
There are some pretty insane Xbox Series X designs out there, but this custom Whataburger console may be one of the strangest we've seen so far. You heard that right. The American fast food chain has collaborated with Twitch streamer Nmplol to bring this opportunity to fans. Sporting an eye-catching...
News Four More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (September 23)
Dive into a freezing underwater adventure
It's Game Pass day! We've got four more games entering the service across console, PC and cloud today, but keep in mind that Lost Words: Beyond The Page arrives a little later (it's listed as "coming soon" at the time of writing). Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today: Lost...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About Sable On Xbox Game Pass
Another win for Game Pass?
Sable launched on Xbox Game Pass today, and with it, reviews have trickled in for the much-anticipated indie title. With a unique art style, world design and narrative, is Sable worth your time downloading? Or is it one to add to your never-ending backlog? Let's see what the critics are saying about Sable on Xbox Game...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About Diablo 2: Resurrected
Drag me to hell
The release of Diablo 2: Resurrected has subtly snuck upon us today, and so have the reviews. With such an iconic game, does the new iteration do the series justice? Or should fans stick to Diablo 3 for the fix of the franchise? Let's dive into what critics are saying about Diablo 2: Resurrected: Game Informer (8.75/10): Diablo...
News UFL Continues To Build Hype With First Look At In-Game Player Model
"Zina’s here, let’s party!"
UFL kind of came out of nowhere earlier this year, being officially unveiled as part of Gamescom Opening Night Live back in August, and the game generated a lot of attention and hype following that initial appearance. If you haven't been keeping track, it will be a free-to-play football game centred around "managing...
Video Here's An Entire Match Of Big Team Battle In Halo Infinite
Capture the Flag on 'Fragmentation'
Halo Infinite's next technical preview is only a matter of hours away, and we have a full length look at an entire match of Big Team Battle to whet our appetite. As part of a live stream showcasing everything fans can expect to find in Halo Infinite's upcoming technical preview, an in-depth look into a Big Team...
News Best Buy Customers Queue Around The Block For Xbox Series X, PS5
"It's Black Friday in September"
Last night, Best Buy confirmed that it would be having more restocks of the Xbox Series X and PS5 in select stores today at 7:30am local time, and once again they've resulted in queues around the block across the US. Loads of customers and observers have been taking to Twitter to share their coverage of the queues,...
News Exhilarating Sci-Fi Adventure Chorus Launches On Xbox This December
"Prepare to venture beyond the void"
It's been a long time since we last heard about Chorus. This year has pretty much been radio silent on the upcoming space adventure, but not only do we have new information about the game, we also have a release date. Chorus will be launching for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on December 3. For those...
News 343 Warns Of Possible Shift In Halo Infinite Multiplayer Preview Schedule
Some "late breaking issues" have been discovered
During an "early look" at the second Halo Infinite multiplayer preview today, 343's community director, Brian Jarrard, made a small "breaking news" announcement about some possible schedule changes to the next flight. It seems the team has discovered some "late breaking issues" just before sending...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (September 23-26)
"Cross is Super Again!"
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? The highlight is arguably Monster Energy Supercross 4, available separately for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, while you...
News Mojang Is Reportedly Working On Two Brand-New Minecraft Games
What could they be?
Minecraft is a global phenomenon, continuing with spin-off entries such as Minecraft Dungeons. That success seems to be something the team at Mojang wants to continue expanding, as "two all-new projects" are reportedly in the works. The information is from Windows Central, which claims reliable sources have alerted them of two...
News Respawn Gives Titanfall Fans Hope After Saying Nothing Is In The Works
Update: "Who knows what the future holds..."
Update: Since the original report, Respawn Entertainment has come forward to shed some more light on the future of Titanfall. The developer put out a tweet to fans, delivering some hope that not all is lost. In a short but sweet statement, Respawn claimed "Titanfall is the very core of DNA", before...
News 343 Admits It Probably 'Over-Hyped' Halo Infinite's Spartan Bots
But says they'll be "more challenging" in the upcoming preview
Prior to the original Halo Infinite multiplayer tech preview, 343 spoke about the different levels of bots it would roll out as the beta progressed - with the top tier being spartan bots. While these bots weren't necessarily pushovers, they weren't quite as scary as they were originally...
News Sea Of Thieves Season 4 Has Washed Ashore For All Players
Time to set sail again
Ahoy! Another season of Sea of Thieves is now live for all players, bringing a new area to explore known as the Sunken Kingdom. The area was previously seen during a Tall Tale in Season Three, but now players can dive in to discover all its secrets and treasures. Hidden within are six Siren Shrines, each equipped with a...
Wednesday22nd Sep 2021
News Hyperkin Is Bringing Out A Travel Bag For The Xbox Series X|S
Take your console on the go
Accessories manufacturer Hyperkin, which has been in the news recently for its upcoming 20th anniversary edition of the Xbox Duke controller, has quietly unveiled a brand-new travel bag for the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Part of the 'Rook' line of travel bags, this is specifically designed for the Xbox Series X,...
News Xbox Is Allowing You To 'Bring Back' Your Old Xbox 360 Gamerpic
"Exploration Time to the rescue!"
If you've got fond memories of the Xbox 360 generation, and happen to be an "Alpha Skip Ahead Insider", you can now officially revert to your old gamerpic on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S. The feature is rolling out first to Xbox Insiders, with everyone else said to be getting it "eventually" assuming it...
Video Here’s 11 Minutes Of Battle Royale Gameplay In Forza Horizon 5
The fan-favourite Eliminator mode returns
Forza Horizon 5 is getting a ton of previews ahead of its launch, with Playground Games revealing new information every week. The latest has focused (partly) on the Eliminator mode, accompanied by 11 minutes of new gameplay. Originally added to Forza Horizon 4 post-launch, the popular mode - which is...
News FIFA 22's Free Trial Is Now Live With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
Get 10 hours of unrestricted access with EA Play
FIFA 22 doesn't officially kick off until October 1st, but if you want to try it early, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can now download the game for free and play 10 (or potentially 20) hours of the experience prior to launch. This is a perk of the EA Play program, and includes the Xbox One and Xbox...
News Xbox Game Pass Players Have Discovered Hidden Cheat Codes In SkateBird
Elementary!
SkateBird launched on Xbox Game Pass last week and it wasn't long before players discovered some hidden codes buried within the game. Over on the Xbox Game Pass Reddit, users quickly discovered that the credits had some unique numbered codes buried within. It took a few days for players to find out what they were for, and it's now been...
News 'Disney Classic Games Collection' Adds The Jungle Book & SNES Aladdin This November
"The family is growing"
Update: We've now got a trailer for the Disney Classic Games Collection (which just mentions Fall 2021 as a release window), and sadly there's no mention of a free upgrade for existing Disney Classic Games owners. Original story: A few years back, Digital Eclipse released Disney Classic Games: Aladdin and The Lion King...
News Microsoft Rewards: How To Complete The Far Cry Punch Card (250 Points)
250 points for just a few minutes' work
It's Microsoft Rewards time! You might have noticed last week that another new punch card went live on the Microsoft Rewards app on Xbox, and it offers yet another way to get 250 easy points for just a few minutes' work. The difference this time is that none of the games included in the batch (Far Cry 3...
News Alan Wake Remastered May Be Tweaked To Connect To Other Remedy Games
The Remedy Connected Universe could be expanding
It's no secret that Remedy is building something big. It was confirmed last year the developer is working to create the Remedy Connected Universe - a way of ensuring all their titles intertwine. It started with mentions of Alan Wake in Control's main campaign, before later expanding into a...
Roundup Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy Is Sounding Promising In Early Previews
Far better than many initally thought
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a little over a month away, coming to Xbox platforms on October 26. Many have had concerns about what the game might turn out like, with understandable early comparisons to the mixed Marvel's Avengers floating around. Thankfully, initial impressions from critics seem to be...
News Everyone Remain Calm, Lawn Mowing Simulator Is Getting Strimmers And Leaf Blowers
As part of an exciting roadmap of free content
Lawn Mowing Simulator made a name for itself when it launched on Xbox earlier this year, and now the team at Skyhook Games has announced its ongoing support plans, including the addition of strimmers and leaf blowers - all of which will be available for free! It all kicks off in September, when the...
News Study Reveals Xbox Live Suffered 100+ 'Outages' During The Past Year
Most likely affected by the COVID pandemic
The folks over at ToolTester put together an interesting report earlier this month about website outages over the past year, and the data includes a section on gaming, focused mainly around Steam, Xbox Live and PlayStation Network. According to ToolTester, Xbox Live had 63 reports of outages over the past...
News It's Been Exactly Ten Years Since Dark Souls Graced Us With The Iconic 'You Died' Screen
Happy birthday!
Ten years ago today, we got a taste of the pain FromSoftware wanted to deliver as we died and died again in Dark Souls. To mark the occasion, many fans are celebrating the game's milestone on social media. This incredible Xbox 360 title changed the face of gaming forever, introducing players to a complex, challenging world filled...
Tuesday21st Sep 2021
Guide Everything You Need To Know About FIFA 22's Free Xbox Game Pass Trial
Kick off with 10 free hours via EA Play this Wednesday
Update: FIFA 22's 10-hour free trial is now live with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate! You can access it by searching for FIFA 22 on the Xbox Store and finding the 'Free Trial' button on your chosen version of the game. Keep in mind that if you've pre-loaded FIFA 22 with the
Guide Is Kena: Bridge Of Spirits Coming To Xbox?
Here's what we know (there's hope!)
Kena: Bridge of Spirits has launched on PlayStation and PC, resulting in a lot of buzz and positive reviews. Most notable is its visual style, which embodies an animated film, most likely due to developer Ember Lab's background in animation. With Kena: Bridge of Spirits making waves in the gaming world, Xbox fans...
News Gas Station Simulator Is A Steam Best Seller, And It's Heading To Xbox In 2022
It's been a surprise hit on PC
If you thought the hype surrounding Lawn Mowing Simulator was ludicrous earlier this year, then you might be even more surprised to know that Gas Station Simulator is currently a Steam best seller on PC. The game is currently sitting above the likes of Deathloop and Red Dead Redemption 2 in terms of popularity on the...
PSA Halo Infinite’s Tech Preview Matchmaking Will Be Restricted To Specific Times
Make sure you're ready
Halo Infinite's second technical preview is on the way, and while it's great that we'll be able to play against other players rather than bots this time around, it comes with the catch that matchmaking will only be available at certain times. As revealed in a Halo Waypoint blog, the technical preview will be running across...
News It's Officially Been A Year Since Xbox And Bethesda Joined Forces
No really, it has
This time last year it was just a normal September day until Xbox decided to shake up the games industry forever. In a shock announcement, Xbox revealed it had acquired ZeniMax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Softworks. As a result, developers such as Bethesda, id Software, Arkane and Tango Gameworks were all now going to...
News Unlike The PC Version, Far Cry 6 Won't Support Ray Tracing On Xbox Series X|S
But it will support 4K/60FPS
We're super close to the launch of Far Cry 6 and we're learning more about the next-gen enhancements for the game. While Xbox Series X|S owners are set to receive various features, it seems ray tracing will not be one of them. In an interview with Wcctech, lead programmer Stephanie Brenham spoke about what benefits Xbox...
Gallery 343 Shares Nine More Halo Infinite Pictures To Gorge Over
Including some stunning concept art
Halo Infinite is fast approaching - we're only a few short months away from finally having a brand-new Halo title to play. Along with details about the upcoming technical preview, several more images have been shared by 343 Industries. These were revealed as part of the most recent Halo Infinite blog, and while...
News The Official New Xbox Stereo Headset Is Now Available
"Game loud and clear"
After being announced last month, the official Xbox Stereo Headset is now on shelves,. The headset retails at £54.99 / $59.99 and aims to bring a similar experience to the Xbox Wireless Headset, which launched earlier this year. The one main caveat this time around being the headset itself is a wired design. It includes...
Talking Point What October 2021 Xbox Games With Gold Do You Want?
What's on your wishlist?
It's almost that time once again, with more Xbox Games with Gold titles set to be announced very soon! The month of September has seen Warhammer: Chaosbane, Mulaka, Zone of the Enders HD Collection and Samurai Showdown II all given away for free for Xbox Live Gold subscribers, and another four games will soon be on the way...
Deals 250+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (September 21-28)
Highlighted by the ongoing 'Next-Gen' sale
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection is actually mostly carried over from last week, with the Optimized for Next-Gen, Xbox Game Studio and THQ Nordic sales still running until September 28. That said, we do have a hundred-or-so new additions in the form of Deals with Gold...
News The Good Life Launches This October, May Also Be Hitting Xbox Game Pass
Everything is not as it seems
The Good Life, the latest title from Deadly Premonition director Hidetaka Suehiro, will be launching on October 15 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. While the trailer makes no mention of Xbox Game Pass, it was originally mentioned during X018 back in 2018 that it would be coming to the service. Much like...
News Scavengers, A Shooter From Ex-Halo Devs, Is Running An Xbox Alpha Test
And you can sign up now
Scavengers is an upcoming free-to-play shooter coming to Xbox coming from ex-Halo developers, and you can apply to enter the closed alpha now ahead of its launch. Players are able to dive in early and check out the game, providing feedback before the final release in the future. Anyone interested is able to register for the...
Deals All Classic Xbox Games In This Week's Sales (September 21-28)
Eight Xbox 360 titles to pick from
This week's selection of Xbox Deals is now live, and alongside the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight offerings, we've also got the ongoing Optimized for Next-Gen, Xbox Game Studio and THQ Nordic sales to take advantage of. Below, we've included every single Xbox 360 game available over the next week (there...
News Halo Infinite's Second Round Of Multiplayer Invites Have Been Sent Out
Check your inbox!
Following on from the original Halo Infinite multiplayer technical preview, Xbox has now started sending out the second round of invitations. This technical preview will take place across two separate weekends. The first is from 23rd to 26th September, and the second round is from 30th September to 3rd October. 343's community...
News Rainbow Billy: The Curse Of The Leviathan Brings Its Colourful RPG To Xbox Next Month
We're loving the look of this
Well this looks lovely, doesn't it? Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a 2.5D RPG adventure that embodies the warm, fuzzy feeling of Saturday morning cartoons. It's scheduled to hit Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on October 5. Rainbow Billy is described as a "coming of age story" which sees players...
Monday20th Sep 2021
News 349 Original Xbox Prototypes Hit The Web, Including Unreleased Games
Tech demos, debugging builds & more
Update: Popular YouTuber Modern Vintage Gamer has taken a look at some of the prototypes that were released by Project Deluge (including many detailed in this article), which you can watch in the video above. Original story: If you're a fan of the original Xbox scene, then you'll be very intrigued to know that...
Feature These Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (September 21-24)
"From just a single stumble, one can become a monster..."
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and this week is looking pretty busy once again with the likes of Lost Judgment and Diablo 2: Resurrected making their debuts. That's without even mentioning Xbox Game Pass, which is getting a variety of new additions including the day...
News Superliminal Is Getting Plenty Of Praise Since Joining Xbox Game Pass
"It will blow your mind"
We've still got a busy September ahead for Xbox Game Pass, and last week was full of new additions to the library, including the popular puzzle game Superliminal which seems to be making a lot of new fans on Xbox. Game Pass subscribers have been taking to social media to share their praise for the game (which first released...
Random Shang-Chi Star 'Can't Live Without' His Xbox Elite Controller
"This is an absolute travel must for me"
The Xbox Elite Controller is a beautiful accessory, designed to make the most out of your experience. And interestingly, Shang-Chi and the Ten Rings' leading actor Simu Liu has named it as something he "can't live without". As part of a GQ video that highlighted ten things the star always takes with him on...
Random Cool Concept Shows Off Xbox Series X Games As Retro Cartridges
We want them all!
If you're like us, you may have a fondness for the gaming days of a bygone era. There's a certain warm, fuzzy feeling when popping in an old Nintendo 64 cartridge that discs just can't seem to replicate. And with that said, this fan mock-up of what Xbox Series X game cartridges could look like has got us wishing it was real...
News Astria Ascending Drops 20 Minutes Of Gameplay Ahead Of Xbox Game Pass Launch
Arriving next week into Game Pass
Astria Ascending is a new JRPG heading to Xbox Game Pass on September 30, and if you're wondering what the game is all about, we've got 20 minutes of pure new gameplay footage to feast your eyes on. As shared by GameSpew, the stunning footage shows everything Astria Ascending has to offer. From exploration to...
News Razer Unveils New Wolverine V2 Chroma Xbox Controller
"Next-gen customisability is now"
Razer has unveiled a new controller variant for Xbox known as the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma. Compatible with Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC, it aims to give the Xbox Elite Controller a run for its money. Priced at £149.99 / $149.99, the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma comes with a variety of snazzy...
Soapbox Lost Judgment Is Probably The Closest We'll Get To A Bully Sequel
Trust me on this one
The Yakuza series dips its toes in so many different genres that it's pretty much covered every base. From becoming an investor in Yakuza: Like A Dragon to managing your own baseball team in Yakuza 6: The Song of Life, it's incredible how the team at Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio manages to create these experiences in every game that...
News 343 Dev: CG Teaser Trailers Aren't Always Targeted At The Fans
It's not always about us
One thing that many people get frustrated by, no matter which console you prefer, is CGI reveal trailers for games. While it can be cool to know a game is coming, many just want to see it in action rather than a pre-rendered interpretation of what to expect. However, there is an alternative reason for that, as one Halo...
Poll What's Your Verdict On The Call Of Duty: Vanguard Beta?
Been suffering any visual glitches?
Well, Call of Duty: Vanguard's Open Beta on Xbox has been eventful to say the least. The issues started with the pre-order beta last week, where it was discovered that both the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S versions were suffering from major visual bugs when running at 120fps, and there have been reports of...
News It's Hard To Believe, But Gears Of War 3 Is Now Ten Years Old
Time flies
Time just doesn't seem to want to stop, so when we come to a substantial milestone for a game, it's hard to believe it was so long ago. And so, our collective jaws dropped when we realised Gears of War 3 has now hit its 10th anniversary. That's right, Gears of War 3, the final chapter of the original trilogy graced our Xbox 360 consoles...
News Puzzle-Platformer 'Hoa' Offers Refunds Following Major Xbox Bug
It's been temporarily delisted on the Xbox Store
Hoa is a game that we've been looking forward to for ages, an anime-inspired puzzle platformer that actually launched back in August, but we haven't been able to try it properly yet due to a game-breaking bug on Xbox. The bug, which caused the game to freeze during loading, was so severe that the...
News Splitgate Dev: I Look At The Game As Being 25% Done
"Now everything is on the table"
Splitgate is still sweeping the gaming world after its huge launch this summer. While it ran into some initial hiccups, players are now easily free to dive into the Halo meets Portal multiplayer shooter. That being said, there still seems to be a long way to go, as one of the game's developers has said they see the...
Sunday19th Sep 2021
News Xbox Cancels Orders After Accidentally Releasing A Brand-New Game For Free
It's not even supposed to be out yet!
Someone on Team Xbox must have been having a rough day a couple of weeks ago, as upcoming racer Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers was not only released too early onto the Microsoft Store, but also was discounted by 100%, allowing Xbox users to pick it up entirely free for a short period of time...
News Xbox Shows Off New Controller Update - Making It Easier To Switch Between Devices
Here's a look at how it works
Earlier this month, Microsoft revealed a new Xbox controller firmware update that would add some current-generation features to older Xbox gamepads. In addition to this, Xbox senior product planner, James Shields, has now demonstrated a small but rather handy controller update that makes it easier to switch between...
News Quantic Dream Is Reportedly Working On A Star Wars Game
After finishing their three-game deal with Sony
There's already a lot of Star Wars games in development, but it seems like another one may be in a galaxy, far, far away, as it's claimed Quantic Dream - the team behind the original Xbox title Fahrenheit - is working on another game in the franchise. As reported by VGC, the original claim comes from...
News Digital Eclipse Has 'Begun Discussions' To Try And Bring Back Marvel Vs. Capcom 2
"We're trying to see how far we can go"
The beloved fighting game Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 is in the news this week, as the studio head of Digital Eclipse, which worked (as Backbone Entertainment) on the game's remastered port for Xbox 360 in 2009, has suggested he's trying to bring it back. In an interview with ShackNews, Mike Mika explained that the...
News Call Of Duty: Vanguard’s Open Beta Has Been Extended Until Wednesday
More time to give it a go
If you've been enjoying Call of Duty: Vanguard's open beta on Xbox, then you're in luck. It's been extended until September 22 at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST / 7pm CET, Activision has confirmed. The news was delivered on the game's official Twitter page, alerting everyone that they'll have a few more days to dive into the...
Saturday18th Sep 2021
Guide Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In September 2021
The latest Game Pass reveals and updates
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games coming soon in September 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 coming to Xbox Game Pass this September,...
Soapbox Hey Rockstar, How About Some Truly Old-School GTA Remasters
And throw in Chinatown Wars while you're at it
Last week's GTA V: Expanded and Enhanced trailer might have gone down like a dog's dinner at the most recent PlayStation Showcase, but one of the really exciting bits of GTA news we're still waiting for is the Remastered Trilogy, which is reportedly set to include improved versions of GTA 3, GTA: Vice...
Pick One Are You More Interested In COD Or Battlefield This Year?
Or neither?
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, we're taking a look at two highly-anticipated Xbox shooters on the horizon in the form of the new Call of Duty: Vanguard and Battlefield 2042. With Halo Infinite also around the corner, these two behemoths have got plenty of competition in store for them. But which of COD and...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 18-19)
Getting a taste of the new Call of Duty?
Welcome to the weekend! We've got a bunch of new Xbox Game Pass additions to check out over the next couple of days, along with three more Free Play Days titles, and of course, the Call of Duty: Vanguard Open Beta. Here's what we
News MX vs ATV Legends Is Off-Roading Its Way To Xbox One, Series X|S
"Your time is now!"
The latest entry in the MX vs ATV series has been announced as MX vs ATV Legends, and it's bringing the franchise to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S for the first time, along with the usual Xbox One version. It's set to feature "massive new open environments, plus a career mode that lets you experience all the risks and rewards...
News Xbox ANZ Shows Off 'NAIDOC Artwork Wrapped Xbox Series X'
The prize for this year's Indigital Minecraft Education challenge
Xbox is known for releasing all sorts of "limited-edition" controller and console designs, and the latest one comes from the land down under, Australia. It's a special "NAIDOC artwork wrapped Xbox Series X" and controller done by Gubbi Gubbi artist Maggie-Jean Douglas, which was this...
Friday17th Sep 2021
News 'Crazy' Xbox Acquisition Rumour Causes Speculation To Run Rampant
But take it with a grain of salt
If you happened to be browsing social media last night, you might have noticed a lot of people talking about another potential Xbox acquisition, and it all stemmed from a Twitter user called SkullziTV who shared the "crazy rumours". He stated that it could be a "huge potential Microsoft acquisition", going on to...
News Ghost Recon: Breakpoint Could Be Getting Further Enhancements For Xbox Series X|S
It's looking likely
If you can cast your memory back to the launch of the Xbox Series X and Series S, you may remember Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Breakpoint received a next-gen update (which was praised by Digital Foundry). Now, it sounds like further enhancements could be on the way according to some updated Xbox pages. Originally, the update...
Random Family Uses Xbox One To Keep Their Pet Degu Alive
With the help of Burnout and Assassin's Creed Valhalla
In some wholesome Friday afternoon content, one family has shared a story about how an Xbox One is helping keep their sick Degu alive. The heart-warming story was shared on Reddit, with some pictures of the Degu being warmed by the Xbox One. According to
News Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic Remake Confirmed As Timed PS5 Exclusive
Senior designer provides further clarification
When the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake was announced at the latest PlayStation Showcase last week, many feared it would be tied to the system permanently. While the wording suggested that would not be the case, we now have official confirmation it will definitely be a timed exclusive...
Roundup Here's Everything That Was Revealed During THQ Nordic's 2021 Digital Showcase
Missed the event? Here's a recap
Weren't able to catch THQ Nordic's digital showcase earlier today? No worries! You can always go back and watch the on-demand version for yourself, and we've also detailed all the important reveals in this article. The following list is everything Xbox-related that was announced during the stream: Destroy All...
News A Brand New SpongeBob SquarePants Game Is Coming To Xbox
Are you ready, kids?
As part of today's THQ Nordic's showcase, an all-new SpongeBob SquarePants game was announced for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S known as SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake. No release date was announced, but like the Destroy all Humans! 2 remake, it's said to be "comin
News Outcast 2 Is Bringing Its Open-World Adventure To Xbox Series X, Series S
A sequel to the 1999 original
THQ Nordic gave us the surprise announcement today as part of its digital showcase that Outcast 2: A New Beginning - a sequel to the 1999 original (which was later remade for Xbox One) - is coming to Xbox Series X and Series S. The game is being developed by the team behind that original title (Appeal Studios from...
News Call Of Duty: Vanguard Suffers Reports Of Visual Glitches On Xbox Series X|S
As part of the pre-release beta period
Call of Duty: Vanguard's pre-order beta kicked off last night on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, but unfortunately it's been suffering from reports of visual glitches on both consoles, centred around playing at 120 frames per-second. Videos are strewn across YouTube and Twitter of bizarre graphical bugs, such...
News Former Halo Composer Marty O'Donnell Found In Contempt Of Court
He reportedly owes almost $100,000
Marty O'Donnell, a former composer of the Halo and Destiny franchises, has been found contempt in court after sharing original Destiny compositions online, something that violates a previous lawsuit. The report comes from Eurogamer, which revealed all the details. Back in 2015, a year after O'Donnell wa
News Aragami 2 Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Slice and dice
We've had loads of titles hitting Xbox Game Pass this week, and to cap off the selection, Aragami 2 has now joined the service. It's available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC and via Xbox Cloud Gaming. Following on from the cult classic Aragami: Shadow Edition, players can engage in a variety of stealth-based missions,...
News Destroy All Humans! 2 Is Getting A Remake For Xbox Series X, Series S
Crypto is back with a license to probe
After it was accidentally revealed by PlayStation the other day, THQ Nordic has now officially revealed Destroy All Humans! 2 - Reprobed, "coming soon" to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S (seemingly avoiding Xbox One). Details are limited for now, but THQ Nordic did show off a bit of gameplay during their
News Castlevania Advance Collection Has Been Rated For Xbox
More Castlevania is on the way
It sounds like we could be getting some retro classics, as Castlevania Advance Collection has been rated for Xbox One. The since-removed rating was spotted by Gematsu via The Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee. This isn't the first time the game has appeared, having been rated in Australia back in June, but it is...
News Halo: The Master Chief Collection Will 'Pivot Away' From Seasons When Halo Infinite Launches
It's time to move on
The upcoming eighth season of Halo: The Master Chief Collection could very well be the last one for the game, as 343 Industries has confirmed it plans to "pivot away from current seasonal model" following Halo Infinite's launch. The news comes from a recent Halo Waypoint post that looks forward to Season Eight and beyond. It...
News Rare Teases Sea Of Thieves Season Four, Sets Sail Next Week
An adventure awaits beneath the waves...
Sea of Thieves experienced a resurgence thanks to the recent release of the Pirates of the Caribbean Tall Tales expansion. Rare even revealed the record-breaking numbers in a developer update - noting how 4.8 million players sailed the seas in the same month. The UK developer is now looking to maintain this...
News Lawn Mowing Simulator (Briefly) Surpasses COD: Warzone On Twitch
"The response has blown us away"
Regardless of what you think of Lawn Mowing Simulator, there's no doubt it proved a relative hit when it launched for Xbox Series X, Series S and PC back in August - in fact, it even briefly beat COD: Warzone for viewers on Twitch! This little fact was shared by the development team at Skyhook in a new blog post,...
Video Watch The THQ Nordic 2021 Digital Showcase Here
Featuring the return of "legendary franchises"
Update: The showcase is now over, but you can watch the full replay above! Original story: Welcome! Today marks the first ever THQ Nordic digital showcase in celebration of the brand's 10th anniversary, set to feature six new games complete with the return of "legendary franchises and sequels to...
Thursday16th Sep 2021
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (September 16-19)
Play the original before the sequel
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? The highlight is arguably Judgment, with its sequel (Lost Judgment) arriving next week, while there's also...
Video Hoonigan Teams Up With Xbox To Build Real-Life Halo Warthog
"A fully capable off-road race truck"
You might remember that back in early August, Xbox was providing a bunch of promotion for the movie "Free Guy", and even brought a "life-sized" replica of a Halo Infinite Warthog to the red carpet event in New York. It turns out that Warthog was actually built by popular YouTube channel Hoonigan (in conjunction...
Rumour Xbox Is Getting A Cheaper 500GB Series X|S Expansion Card
Available at half the cost of the 1TB version
Update: In the original report, it has been suggested the 500GB Expansion Card will release on November 14, 2021. Original story: We've got some potentially excellent news for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S owners to share, as a report from Xbox Squad in France is suggesting that a cheaper 500GB...
Deals All 80+ Games In The Xbox 'Optimised For Next-Gen Sale'
Running until the end of September
The usual slate of Xbox weekly sales kicked off this past Tuesday, with 300+ games included in all, and the highlight was arguably an 'Optimised for Next-Gen Sale' targeting games for the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S specifically. You'll find a ton of great deals in this specific sale, so we've highlighted all...
Review Lost Judgment - Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio Strikes Again
Another fantastic entry
When the original Judgment launched, it came at a time when the Yakuza series was gaining momentum in the West. Fast forward to today and the franchise has grown exponentially, resulting in Lost Judgment being the first instalment to launch worldwide simultaneously. With such a gargantuan task ahead for developer Ryu Ga...
News Three More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass (September 16)
Swim, fly, roll and chomp to the open ocean
It's Game Pass day! We've got three more games entering the service across console, PC and cloud today, and don't forget that Flynn: Son of Crimson (a 2D action platformer) was also added to Game Pass yesterday. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today: I Am Fish: Console, PC,...
News Two More Battlefield Expansions Are Free To Claim On Xbox This Week
Grab them while you can
In the latest round of EA giving away Battlefield expansions for free, we've been treated to DLC for both Battlefield 4 and Battlefield 1 in the form of 'Naval Strike' and 'Turning Tides', which anyone can claim for the next few days. Battlefield 4 Naval Strike:
News Call Of Duty: Vanguard's Beta Begins On Xbox, Free To All This Weekend
Try the latest COD ahead of release
Call of Duty: Vanguard is still six weeks away from release on November 5th, but its early access beta period is finally now available on Xbox, starting with a pre-order beta for the first couple of days, and then an open beta. If you've pre-ordered the game (or acquired a code), you can try it out right now...
News Splitgate Team 'Triggers' Fans By Announcing It Will Have Forge Mode Before Halo Infinite
"Sorry Halo fans, we love you but we had to"
The free-to-play behemoth that is Splitgate is on a roll right now, and the team took to Twitter yesterday to jokingly (but officially) announce that the game will feature a type of Forge mode before Halo Infinite gets one, with 343 recently stating that the new Halo won't include the level editing...
News Halo Infinite's Official Artbook Is Getting A Special Deluxe Edition
Available to pre-order now
We've been keeping a very close eye on "The Art of Halo Infinite" ever since it was revealed back in early 2020, but now Halo Infinite's official artbook is also getting a special Deluxe Edition, available to pre-order ahead of launch. The Deluxe Edition includes an exclusive new cover and a chest-plate slipcase...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Lost Judgment
"Proves a sequel can feel overtly iterative and still succeed"
With the beloved Yakuza spin-off Judgment finally making its way to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S earlier this year, its sequel (Lost Judgment) is this time getting a simultaneous worldwide release on September 23. Today, the first reviews have been published for the game, and they're...
News Tales Of Arise Shifts Over One Million Units, Making It The Fastest-Selling Entry In The Series
The latest game is off to a great start
Bandai Namco's new fantasy role-playing game Tales of Arise has been well received across multiple platforms, including Xbox - with shipments and digital sales already surpassing the one million mark. The latest entry in this long-running series was released on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5,...
News Sherlock Holmes Chapter One Releases This November For Xbox Series X, Series S
With Xbox One to follow later
It's been a while since we last heard anything about Sherlock Holmes Chapter One, but now we've finally got an official release date for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S of November 16, with Xbox One to follow "later". If you haven't been keeping track, the game is an open world story-driven detective thriller from...
Wednesday15th Sep 2021
PSA You Can Now Use The Xbox Wireless Headset On Nintendo Switch
The crossover we never knew we wanted
The Nintendo Switch received a new update overnight, which enabled Bluetooth audio for all consoles. As a result, it's been discovered that the Xbox Wireless Headset is now pairable with the system. Modern Vintage Gamer was the first to come across the addition, showcasing the headset was discoverable via the...
News Watch Dogs: Legion's Latest Patch Is 40GB On Xbox Series X, 3GB On PS5
And it's just a few bug fixes
If you happen to own Watch Dogs: Legion, you might have noticed that yesterday's patch was a whopping 40.2GB on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and it'll sting even more to know that the same patch was just 3.2GB on PS5. If you're keeping track, that's well over 10x the size difference on Xbox compared to PlayStation:...
News Phil Spencer Celebrates Nintendo GameCube Anniversary By Sharing His Favourite GC Game
A man of taste
Nintendo fans have been shocked to realise the GameCube is now 20 years old. We'll soon be in the same boat with the original Xbox's birthday fast approaching this November! To celebrate the milestone, fans have been sharing their favourite GC titles, including head of Xbox Phil Spencer, who revealed his fondness for Eternal Darkness...
News Aragami 2 Devs Warn Of Multiplayer Performance Issues On Xbox One
A fix will be coming in the future
Aragami 2 is set to arrive on Xbox this week via Game Pass, but developer Lince Works has warned of some potential multiplayer issues in the Xbox One version specifically. In a statement, it was revealed that while the Xbox Series X|S version appears to be unaffected, Xbox One players could run into a few...
News Phil Spencer Shares High Praise For Two 'Creative' Xbox Game Pass Indies
"Can't say I've played anything quite like it"
We all know Phil Spencer isn't one to shy away from praising smaller titles. This year has seen the head of Xbox bring attention to upcoming games such as Replaced and Shredders, and now he's highlighting two indie titles you can dive into with Xbox Game Pass this month. The first one is Lost Words:...
News New Hades Update Fixes Achievement Issues On Xbox
But you may have to earn them again
Hades has captured the hearts of many Xbox Game Pass users since its release last month, despite an issue regarding achievements failing to unlock properly. The problem seemed to stem from using Quick Resume at any point in the game. There was a workaround, but it was easy to accidentally forget about the issue...
News Xbox Officially Announces Its Return To The Tokyo Game Show
Just don't expect any "new global debuts"
Although Xbox teased its return to Japan's Tokyo Game Show earlier this month, it's now officially confirmed it. The 2021 event marks 25 years of the Tokyo Game Show and as part of this, Xbox will be broadcasting a virtual stream curated for players in Japan and across Asia on 30th September at 6 pm JST...
Review NBA 2K22 - Bringing Another Layer Of Next-Gen Polish To The Court
A next-gen slam dunk?
This review is based on the next-gen (Xbox Series X, Series S) version of NBA 2K22. With 2021/22’s NBA season not too far away from tipping off, a brand-new edition of NBA 2K makes its way onto next-gen consoles just in time to give b-ball fans a wealth of slam-dunking sports action to get stuck into. This time around...
News Two More Of September 2021's Xbox Games With Gold Are Now Available
Including a 1994 classic
You can now begin downloading the second batch of September 2021's Xbox Live Games With Gold titles (one day early!), which are the Xbox One game Mulaka and Xbox 360 game Samurai Shodown II. Both titles are available right now from the Microsoft Store and Xbox 360 Marketplace (links at the bottom of the page). Here's what...
News Unpacking Brings Its Luggage To Xbox Game Pass This November
Oddly satisfying
The simple yet strangely satisfying looking Unpacking finally has a release date of November 2 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. It will also be available on day one with Xbox Game Pass. It's a pretty unique premise but seems very tranquil in its delivery. You'll be tasked to unpack your furniture out of boxes and...
News PlayStation Accidentally Reveals Destroy All Humans 2: Reprobed
Surprise!
While it's no surprise a Destroy All Humans 2! remake is in the works, we perhaps didn't expect it to get announced this way. A since-deleted tweet from PlayStation has seemingly confirmed its existence, complete with a trailer to show off the game in action. While there's no release date or confirmation of an Xbox version, we wager we'll...
News These Six Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (September 15)
Last chance to get behind the wheel
In case you'd forgotten, today marks the removal of six more games from the Xbox Game Pass library, including Forza Motorsport 7 which is also being delisted from the Xbox Store entirely later this evening. Here are the six games confirmed to leave before the end of the day on Xbox Game Pass:...
News Flynn: Son Of Crimson Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
A beautiful 2D action platformer
Today marks the start of the next batch of Xbox Game Pass titles, with Flynn: Son of Crimson kicking off the remainder of the month. It's available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC and via Xbox Cloud Gaming. The 2D action platformer looks gorgeous and allows players to travel through various worlds by...
News BPM: Bullets Per Minute Blasts Its Way Onto Xbox This October
Like DOOM at a disco
Update: We finally have a release date for BPM: Bullets Per Minute! It's heading to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on October 5. Not only that, but Xbox Series X owners can expect to find the performance targeting 4K/60FPS, while Xbox Series S is targeting 1440/60FPS. All additional content will be included that was...
News Team Xbox Responds As Players Report Issues With Party Chat
"We are digging"
If you've been having issues with Xbox Party Chat over the past couple of days, you're not alone! Lots of Xbox users took to social media last night to report problems, and the team at Xbox has responded with some updates. Initially, it looked like these issues were only being experienced by Xbox Insiders in the Alpha and Alpha...
News Battlefield 2042 Suffers Delay, Will Now Release In November
"We feel it's important to take the extra time..."
Following various rumours doing the rounds online earlier today, EA has confirmed this evening that Battlefield 2042 is indeed getting a slight delay, being pushed back from October 22 to November 19. In a message on Twitter, the team explained that the "global pandemic has created unforeseen...
News 343 Industries Has 'No Plans' To Bring Halo 5: Guardians To PC
But "never say never"
You may remember that in the gigantic NVIDIA GeForce leak earlier this week, Halo 5: Guardians came up as a mention, leading many to speculate that 343 Industries might be bringing the game to PC for the first time. However, this has now been shot down by Halo community director Brian Jarrard, who took to Twitter to respond to...
Tuesday14th Sep 2021
News These 13 Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (September 15 - October 1)
The latest batch of titles
The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today highlighted another 13 games coming to the service over the next couple of weeks, including various day one launches such as Aragami 2 and Sable. Here's what's coming to Xbox Game Pass over the next few days: Date Game Platform September...
News Unannounced Xbox Projects Discovered In Nvidia Database Leak
Update: "Nvidia is aware of an unauthorized published game list..."
Update: Nvidia has now confirmed this "unauthorized published game list" is indeed the real deal, but has insisted that “inclusion on the list is neither confirmation nor an announcement of any game." Here's what a spokesperson had to say to Wccftech: “Nvidia is aware of an...
News Another Five Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (September 30)
Last chance to fight against the forces of Chaos
As expected, along with a new batch of Xbox Game Pass titles announced today, we also have news of which games will be departing on September 30. The selection includes some fantastic indie titles such as Night in the Woods, along with an action-packed behemoth in the form of Warhammer: Vermintide II...
News Deathloop Xbox Release: When Is It Coming To Game Pass?
Release date rumours
When is Deathloop coming to Xbox? Bethesda's Deathloop has officially released today on PlayStation 5, and in case you missed it yesterday, the game received some absolutely stunning scores across the board, including a 10/10 from IGN and GameSpot. Of course, the big talking point from an Xbox perspective is that Deathloop is...
Deals 300+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (September 14-21)
Including an "optimised for next-gen" sale
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! The selection is a huge one this week, with the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight sales complimented by a couple of Publisher sales, an Xbox Game Studio sale and a specific "Optimized for Next-Gen" sale, featuring a whole bunch of games optimised for the...
PSA Forza Motorsport 7 Is Being Delisted From Xbox This Wednesday
Goodbye, old friend
It was announced earlier this year that Forza Motorsport 7 was reaching its "end of life" status and would be delisted in September. Well, the time is finally upon us, as the game is set to be removed from the Xbox Store on September 15. That means if you want to ensure you have access to FM7 moving forward, you only have...
News Unsighted, A CrossCode-Esque RPG, Is Heading To Xbox Game Pass Next Week
Colour us intrigued
There's a crazy number of titles joining Xbox Game Pass for the remainder of September. Over 10 games have been announced today, many of which will be joining the same day they release. One that has stood out to us is Unsighted, a fantastic looking 2D RPG that reminds us of a previous Game Pass title, CrossCode. Players will...
News Call Of Duty 2022 Will Reportedly Be A Sequel To 2019's Modern Warfare
Developed by Infinity Ward
Call of Duty: Vanguard hasn't even graced our Xbox systems yet, but here we are with reports of next year's entry. The news may please some fans, as it's claimed to be a continuation of 2019's highly successful Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. This comes from Tom Henderson, a well-known Call of Duty and Battlefield leaker...
News Watch Out Parents, Peppa Pig Is Making Her Xbox Debut This October
Oh, goody!
After the huge announcement back in May that made every other game studio run for the hills, we finally have some "actual gameplay" for My Friend Peppa Pig! The trailer makes an important point of ensuring viewers know this is actual gameplay footage, giving eager fans an idea of what sort of adventures Peppa and her friends will
News The Xbox PC App Now Features Remote Play And xCloud Streaming
Stream your favourite console games to your PC
Good news! As of today, Microsoft has begun publicly rolling out Remote Play and Xbox Cloud Gaming integration into the Xbox App for Windows 10, meaning you can stream your favourite console games on your PC. In regards to xCloud, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members in 22 countries can access Xbox Cloud...
Video Sable Gets A Gameplay Trailer Ahead Of Xbox Game Pass Launch Next Week
It's more than just style
Sable is joining Xbox Game Pass on September 23 and is looking to be one of the most notable titles of the huge new batch. Its art style is striking and something that isn't easily forgotten, but many have pondered what the actual gameplay entails. Luckily, this new trailer seeks to give eager player
News Still Having Controller Sync Issues On Xbox? Microsoft Is Working On It
Various problems are being "tracked"
If you've been finding recently that you've been having issues with your Xbox controller losing sync and/or randomly disconnecting, you're not alone. As part of the latest round of Xbox Insider updates, the team has confirmed that it is continuing to track a bunch of problems related to this, although it has also...
News Sorry Folks, Dying Light 2 Has Been Delayed Until February 2022
To polish and optimise the game
Techland has announced that Dying Light 2 will no longer be hitting its December window but instead will be arriving for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on February 4, 2022. The news came in the form of a statement from the company today, which revealed it needed a bit more time to "polish and optimise it"...
News Project Oxide Is Reportedly An Xbox Strategy Title In Early Development
Revealed as part of the Nvidia leak
Amongst yesterday's gargantuan Nvidia database leak, several Xbox related projects were uncovered. While we know the identity of many, one name stuck out as something we hadn't heard of before - Project Oxide. According to a recent report, this upcoming Xbox title will be a strategy game inspired by city building...
News 11 More Games Are Getting Touch Controls For Xbox Cloud Gaming
Play on the go with ease
If you're an avid user of Xbox Cloud Gaming, then you'll be happy to know another 11 games have been bolstered by touch controls starting today. Yes, a new batch of games can be played on the go without the need for a controller, meaning you can use your smart device's touch screen to play these titles. Here are the 11...
Monday13th Sep 2021
News Xbox Game Studios' Deathloop Becomes One Of The Highest Reviewed PS5 Games Of 2021
We can't wait for it to come to Xbox
Deathloop arrives on PS5 tomorrow and has already become one of the highest-rated games of 2021. While we wouldn't usually comment on PlayStation console exclusive titles, it's a bit more interesting here, purely because the game comes from Arkane Studios, one of Bethesda's developers. Of course, we all now know...
News Tiny Tina's Wonderlands' Xbox Upgrade Path Is Far Too Convoluted
It's much simpler on PlayStation
In a world of free upgrade paths, it's always weird to come across one that tries to break the norm. Recently, Sony received backlash for a convoluted offering with Horizon Forbidden West, but now it seems 2K Games is following the same road with
News Xbox Elite Series 2 Controller Owners Have Discovered A Hidden RGB Feature
Mind blown!
Over the weekend, some Xbox Elite Series 2 controller owners were left in awe over a feature that has seemingly flown under the radar, as it was highlighted that an RGB function resides behind the Xbox Guide button. As mentioned by a few users on Reddit, the colours of the light behind the Xbox logo can be changed through Steam on PC...
Talking Point Is Xbox Missing Out By Leaving The Superheroes To PlayStation?
What do you think?
Following Sony's double punch of Marvel's Wolverine and Spider-Man 2 last week, some Xbox fans have felt left out of the comic book universe. Since then, there's been a call by members of the community for Xbox to deliver their own superhero franchise to combat PlayStation's fast-growing franchises of their own. Over the weekend,...
Feature These Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (September 13-17)
Indie galore!
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and we've got a ridiculous amount of indie games coming our way. While it's quieter then last week, that's not stopping some stellar looking titles from arriving, including some notable Xbox Game Pass releases in the form of Aragami 2, I Am Fish and SkateBird. As it stands,...
News Xbox Series X Scalping Prices Remain High Whilst PS5 Reportedly Drops 30%
It's not looking good
We're almost a year since the Xbox Series X|S launch and scalpers are still managing to soak up what little stock there is. People are still struggling to pick a console up easily without paying over the odds. If you were hoping to grab one anytime soon, it seems those dreams may have to be put on hold, as the reselling price...
News Quantum Error Shows Off Its 'Cosmic Horror FPS' In Unreal Engine 5
Development is moving over to the new engine
We've been keeping an eye on the self-proclaimed "cosmic-horror FPS" known as Quantum Error for a while now, and TeamKill Media has confirmed that the game is moving over to Unreal Engine 5 for development. You can get a look at the teaser trailer above, all of which is captured in real-time running in...
News Xbox Celebrates National Video Game Day With Nintendo & PlayStation
"The best setups make room for everyone"
In case you didn't know, yesterday (September 12) marked National Video Game Day in the United States, and there were lots of unique celebrations taking place on social media throughout the day as a result. Xbox's contribution came in the form of an inclusive tweet highlighting not only the Xbox platform,...
Video 18 Minutes Of The Spider-Man 4 Xbox Game We Sadly Never Got
Using elements from the Prototype series
If you're a Spider-Man fan, you're probably aware of the fabled fourth movie in the Sam Raimi franchise that never came to be. Much like its predecessors, a game was intended to tie in with its release, but since the film never came to fruition, it never saw the light of day. However, just over 18 minutes of...
News Microsoft Rewards: How To Complete The Flight Simulator Punch Card (250 Points)
250 points for just a few minutes' work!
It's Microsoft Rewards time! You might have noticed late last week that another new punch card went live on the Microsoft Rewards app on Xbox, and it's a fantastic way to get 250 easy points for just a few minutes' work. This time around, the game in question is Microsoft Flight Simulator, and all you need...
News Xbox Exclusive ReCore Celebrates Its Fifth Birthday
Happy birthday!
ReCore may not have the biggest following, but its fans are dedicated. Over the years it's become something of a cult hit and the game is actually celebrating its 5th birthday today. That's right, ReCore is now five years old. To celebrate the occasion, the Xbox Game Studios Publishing account has shared a picture of ReCore's...
News Lionel Messi Beats Ronaldo To The Top Player Rating In FIFA 22
With Lewandowski actually sitting in second
EA Sports has today released the official top player ratings for FIFA 22 ahead of its release on October 1, with the new PSG signing Lionel Messi taking top spot with a 93 rating, while Man Utd's Cristiano Ronaldo is actually back in third. Ronaldo has been given a 91, putting him on par with a bunch of...
News Don’t Expect To See Any More Of Dead Space Until Next Year
Aside from this tiny work-in-progress snippet
After the announcement of Dead Space this year and the in-depth dive into the game earlier this month, fans are still hungry for more - us included. The team at EA Motive has been kind enough to share a tiny bit more footage from the project (which you can view below) but has confirmed this is the last...
Sunday12th Sep 2021
Soapbox Enter The Matrix And Path Of Neo Were Masterpieces And I Won’t Hear Otherwise
Mr Anderson, welcome back
Seeing all the buzz for The Matrix Resurrections this week has got me feeling all sorts of emotions. The original film holds a special place in my heart. Not only was it the first mature film I saw outside of Disney cartoons and the occasional superhero flick, but it also opened my mind to what cinema could achieve. It's...
News Halo Infinite’s Multiplayer Preview Will Introduce Big Team Battle
Let's go!
News of Halo Infinite's next multiplayer test was announced earlier this week and now we have some further details as to what's included. There's going to be a bigger focus on PvP this time around, including a first taste of the fan-favourite Big Team Battle. The test, which is expected to begin on September 24 for Halo Insiders, will be...
News Ubisoft Has Some Pretty Crazy Post-Launch Plans For Far Cry 6
Stranger Things, Rambo and Danny Trejo!?
Ubisoft has announced the post-launch content for Far Cry 6, including a mixture of free and paid DLC. No matter which path you choose, it looks as though you're going to be in for a pretty insane time. Let's start with the free content. Three packs have been announced, bringing new missions, characters and...
Saturday11th Sep 2021
News Uh-Oh, Images Of Xbox Exclusive Redfall Appear To Have Leaked Online
Spoilers ahead
If you cast your minds back to June, you'll probably remember Redfall closing out Xbox's E3 Showcase. While we only got a CGI trailer, the excitement stemmed from it being an Xbox exclusive from Arkane Studios. Since then, fans have been eager to see the game in action and it appears those wishes have come true as a dozen leaked...
Sunday12th Sep 2021
News Shang-Chi Star Simu Liu Gets His Very Own Xbox Series X
And an action figure, too
Earlier this month, Xbox and Marvel revealed a limited edition Xbox Series X to celebrate the release of the new movie Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. As "limited" as it is, it seems there are more of these consoles out in the wild - with the star of the show, Simu Liu, revealing the one he recently received. It...
Saturday11th Sep 2021
Pick One Which Of These Is Your Favourite Dishonored Game?
Which will it be?
Do you know what time it is? That's right - it's Pick One time! This week, we're going to celebrate the launch of Deathloop by Arkane Studios on PlayStation 5 next week (don't worry, we'll be getting it in the future). To mark the occasion, we're looking back at Arkane Studios' much loved Dishonored series, giving you three titles...
News Killer Instinct's Twitter Bombarded With Requests For New Game (Again)
"We need more KI"
There's still a lot of love for the Killer Instinct series. Every time the 2013 game's website or social page gets updated, there are requests from fans for new fighters, more content, new seasons and even a new entry in Rare's long-running fighting series. The latest update linked to this game took place on Twitter earlier today...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 11-12)
JRPGs, indies and more
It's a busy weekend this week! There's a gargantuan amount of games releasing, creating a wide selection to choose from. Maybe you'll be taking a dive into Tales of Arise? Or perhaps slowing down with Life is Strange: True Colors? It's one of the biggest weeks of the year in terms of releases, so Here's what we’re jumping...
Guide How To Earn Free Xbox Gift Cards Every Month With Microsoft Rewards
The easiest way to get free Xbox games!
In case you've never heard of it, the Microsoft Rewards program is an amazing way of earning free 'points' that can be redeemed for gift cards, sweepstakes entries and donations, and they're given out very generously! In fact, if you keep up with the rewards and maximise your earnings, you can easily afford...
Friday10th Sep 2021
News Modder Claims You Can Use A Standard SSD In The Xbox Series X|S Expansion Card Slot
Woah
Here's an interesting one. A modder has claimed to have transformed an internal SSD into a handy expansion card for the Xbox Series X|S. While they've only been able to replicate the theory once, they believe other SSDs could be used similarly. As spotted by VGC, an author on the Chinese website known as BiliBili has come forward with how...
Saturday11th Sep 2021
Guide All Games With Touch Controls On Xbox Game Pass
Every game with touch controls via Xbox Cloud Gaming
Thanks to the hard work of the Xbox team, over 80 games all now have touch controls on Xbox Game Pass. These are available to access on Android and iOS devices, and even technically on PC (via browser). The best thing about games with touch controls on Xbox Game Pass is that the controls are...
Friday10th Sep 2021
News Unsurprisingly, Grand Theft Auto V Fans Aren't Happy With The Upcoming Next-Gen Version
It's not looking good
After viewing the trailer for Grand Theft Auto V on next-gen last night and not spotting any differences, it seems the community for the game is feeling the same. The lacklustre trailer has quickly become downvoted on YouTube, with a range of comments from fans expressing their concerns about the remastered version of the...
News We Happy Few Devs Says Xbox Game Pass Has 'No Negative Impact' On Development
But developing between Xbox generations has constraints
In the world of Xbox Game Studios, it can be easy to forget Compulsion Games, the team behind We Happy Few, is part of that roster. But it is, and they're hard at work on their next title, whatever it may be. Being a first-party studio, their next game will be hitting Xbox Game Pass day one,...
News Marvel’s Avengers Shares An Updated Content Roadmap For 2021
Will you be diving back in?
Marvel's Avengers is trying really hard to remain relevant and keep an audience. You have to give Crystal Dynamics credit for sticking with it, and despite a generally mixed reception, we've found a lot of fun in the game. The team has now released an updated roadmap for the remainder of 2021, which promises tons of extra...
Random Xbox Recreates Neo's Bathtub Scene From The Matrix Resurrections Trailer
"Believe whatever you want to believe"
Sure, sure...PlayStation has a lot of Marvel exclusives in the works, but does it really matter when Xbox is busy recreating scenes from the new Matrix trailer? If you missed it, not long after the official Warner Bros. trailer for The Matrix Resurrections went live, Xbox's official social media account shared...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Lost In Random
Another win for EA Originals
It's Friday and Lost in Random is finally with us! They're a bit late coming, but reviews for the game have not long dropped. We haven't managed to play the game yet, but have it ready and waiting to dive into this weekend. For now, we've curated a bunch of reviews from other outlets. Here are what critics are saying...
News F1 2021 Has Drifted Onto Xbox With A Free Trial, Now Available
Vroom!
F1 2021 launched earlier this Summer and seemed to slip under the radar. We actually really enjoyed this year's entry, despite some of us not being massively into the motorsport. Codemasters has now announced a free trial of the game is available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, giving everyone a taste of the game. The free...
News Alan Wake Remastered Is Setting Up A Planned Sequel From Remedy, Claims Insider
"Remedy is really busy. They’re super, super busy"
Alan Wake Remastered was announced this week and is right around the corner. We won't have to wait too long, but it sounds as though it's intended to remind people of the franchise before an alleged sequel. We already heard rumours of a sequel in the works, but according to recent comments from...
Video Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy Story Trailer Is Filled With Dogs, Alpacas And Humour
What more could you ask for?
We're only a few weeks away from Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy and Square Enix has dropped a new story trailer filled with action, animals and lots of explosions. While it's not tied into the films, it does draw a lot of inspiration from the comics, introducing characters such as Cosmo the Spacedog. Whereas previous...
Thursday9th Sep 2021
News A Knights Of The Old Republic Remake Is Coming, But Not For Xbox... Yet
Have hope!
Sony kicked off their PlayStation Showcase with a big announcement - the long rumoured Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake, but it doesn't look like it will be launching immediately onto Xbox. According to the
News Interestingly, Tales Of Arise Doesn't Support Smart Delivery On Xbox
But you don't need to buy each version
We came across something interesting today - Tales of Arise does not support Smart Delivery on Xbox. Now, before you panic, you'll still get both versions of the game for the same price, but it's distributed in a unique way. Our physical copy of the game arrived today, feeling heavy than usual. Upon opening,...
News Grand Theft Auto V On Next-Gen Is Looking Exactly The Same, Delayed Until 2022
Spot the difference
Rockstar Games has dropped a new Grand Theft Auto V trailer, which is looking strikingly similar to the previous versions of it. Along with the new footage, the trailer also reveals it will no longer be launching this November and instead will be dropping in March 2022. The trailer promised improved graphics, enhanced gameplay...
News Xbox Is Rolling Out Some New Exciting HDMI-CEC Features
Improving the ease of access
Xbox is always evolving and this new set of features available for Insider members seems to be increasing the ease of access on consoles. Xbox Insider members a part of the Alpha Skip Ahead and Alpha rings will be receiving a range of new HDMI-CEC features today, which will most likely roll out to everyone else in the...
News The Riftbreaker Is Heading To Xbox Game Pass Later This October
The mechs have landed
Update: We finally have a solid date for The Riftbreaker! Developer EXOR Studios has announced the game will be available with Xbox Game Pass for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC on October 14. To accompany the release date announcement, the team has put out a new trailer along with a new description for the game: The...
News Older Xbox Controllers To Receive 'Next-Gen' Firmware Update
And it's already available to Xbox Insiders
As of today, Xbox Insiders are able to try out a new firmware update that delivers next-gen Xbox Series X|S controller features to older Xbox controllers. This update applies to Xbox One controllers with Bluetooth support, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, and Xbox Adaptive Controllers. These...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (September 9-12)
Sports, guns and swords
After taking an absence last week, Free Play Days has returned with three titles to play over the weekend for Xbox Live Gold Members. All of which are available to download and play right now. To signal its return, three fantastic games have been made available. Madden NFL 22 is perhaps the biggest out of the selection, but...
News Three More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass (September 9)
A nice selection of indie titles
It's another Xbox Game Pass day! This time we have three delightful indie titles to dive into, including the much anticipated The Artful Escape. If that doesn't strike your fancy, there's also a few other interesting titles worthy of your time now available. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game...
News Football Manager 2022 Is Coming Day One To Xbox Game Pass This November
Woah
Good news football fans. Not only is Football Manager 2022 launching on November 9 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC, but it will also be available on day one in Xbox Game Pass! Two versions of the game will be available. The traditional PC version and a console-specific iteration called Football Manager 2022 Xbox Edition. If...
Gallery Here's Your First Look At Alan Wake Remastered
Alan is back
Alan Wake Remastered was announced earlier this week, but strangely enough, wasn't accompanied by any promotional material. All we got was a logo, so of course, fans have been scouring the internet for more information. Thankfully, an Amazon listing has come bundled with a range of screenshots for the remaster, looking vastly improved...
Friday10th Sep 2021
News Good News, Halo Infinite Is Returning For Another Multiplayer Preview This Month
Open for all Halo Insiders who register soon
If you missed out on the first Halo Infinite first technical preview, another is on the horizon and is targeting a September 24 date. Unlike the previous test which was only open to selected members, all fully registered Halo Insider members will be eligible for access for the next one. Just ensure that...
Thursday9th Sep 2021
Mini Review Breathedge - An Hilarious, But Frustrating Survival Game
Lost in Space this is not
Breathedge arrives on Xbox Game Pass on Thursday, September 9th (2021). Here's what we think of it! If you put Ark: Survival Evolved and The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy into a blender, Breathedge would most likely be the result. A game which attempts to balance the in-depth mechanics of various survival games, whilst...
News Influencers Are Being Sent Mysterious Crash Bandicoot Gifts For The Series' 25th Anniversary
What does this all mean?
Update: It seems the Wumpa fruit packages are real, as several more influencers have come forward proving they've received them, including IGN. At present, it's unclear whether this is just to celebrate the iconic platforming hero's birthday, or whether a game announcement is imminent. Previous titles, including Spyro...
News Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands First Gameplay Trailer Is Chaotic, Coming To Xbox March 2022
Guns, guns and more guns
Tiny Tina's Wonderland was announced back at E3 but lacked any gameplay and a concrete release date. Thankfully, Gearbox has come forward, not only with a trailer but a release date of March 25, 2022, for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. The trailer is absolutely bonkers, but still retains that classic Borderlands...
Video Alan Wake Remaster Shines In This First Gameplay Trailer, Coming To Xbox This October
Will you be diving back in?
After an announcement on Monday and some screenshots earlier today, Remedy has finally announced Alan Wake Remastered is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on October 5. The date for
Wednesday8th Sep 2021
News Hell Let Loose Brings 'Huge' 50v50 WWII Battles To Xbox Series X|S This October
A "hardcore" take on the war genre
We found out in March how Team17 would be bringing Black Matter's "hardcore" World War II first-person shooter Hell Let Loose to Xbox Series X and S at some point this year, and now a date has finally been locked in. The developer has revealed the title will arrive next month on 5th October. With it comes "huge"...
News Following Horizon: Forbidden West Controversy, Ubisoft Reiterates Far Cry 6 Is A Free Upgrade
The timing is pretty sus
After last week's news that Horizon: Forbidden West wouldn't be getting a free next-gen upgrade - a decision which was quickly reversed - Sony then came forward and said future games will require a one-time £10/$10 charge to upgrade from PS4 to PS5. Coming off the back end of that controversy, Ubisoft has now reiterated
Deals 175+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (September 7 - September 14)
Including a ton of couch co-op games
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! The selection is pretty big again this week, including the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight sales, along with a ton of multiplayer titles as part of the Couch Co-Op sale! We've highlighted just a few of the most notable Xbox game offers in this week's current...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Tales Of Arise
JRPG goodness coming to Xbox this week
The time is upon us! Tales of Arise is launching on Xbox this Friday and reviews for the game have dropped ahead of its release. We didn't manage to get a code for the game, unfortunately, but you can bet we'll be diving into it over the weekend, most likely delivering some thoughts to you all next week. As...
Mini Review The Artful Escape - A Fantastic Musical Odyssey On Xbox Game Pass
An assault on the senses
Around an hour into The Artful Escape, we were absolutely in awe of what was on display. It was an assault on the sense, both visually and through its audio, absolutely engrossing us in its musical odyssey. It was a moment that was perhaps our favourite of the entire year, perfectly encapsulating the reason why we play...
News PlayStation Acquires Firesprite, The Team Behind The Persistence
The gaming monopoly continues
Firesprite, the team behind The Persistence on Xbox, has been acquired as a first-party studio by Sony for PlayStation. The news was announced today in a PlayStation Blog post. Outside of The Persistence, Firesprite has mainly been a PlayStation centred studio, specifically for VR games. They've created titles such as...
Random Can You Believe It's Been One Year Since The Iconic Xbox Series S Leak?
Where were you when it happened?
It feels like only yesterday we were waiting for the Xbox Series X's release date and price with bated breath. But before we even got that, news of the Xbox Series S leaked online, complete with its specs and price. It now may be shocking to know that was an entire year ago today. Yep, it's been one whole year since...
Mini Review Kitaria Fables - Charming World Let Down By A Monotonous Grind
Cat got your tongue?
On the surface, Kitaria Fables looks to be a charming mixture of Stardew Valley and Diablo. Blending elements of the iconic farming simulator with the ferocious action of the latter is a great setup. In its initial opening hours, the game demonstrates a perfect blend of the two, delivering a satisfying gameplay loop. But it's...
News It Looks Like Call Of Duty: Vanguard Is Getting An FOV Slider On Xbox
Crisis averted
Call of Duty fans has been asking for a FOV slider in Call of Duty: Vanguard, something available in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, and Sledgehammer Games has seemingly confirmed the feature will be coming. Many were worried the feature wouldn't be included, after rumours of its absence. Shared by the game's senior development...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Life Is Strange: True Colors
Are you ready for an emotional rollercoaster?
This week is a bit busy, isn't it? Along with Tales of Arise and The Artful Escape, we also have Life is Strange: True Colors gracing our consoles. We didn't manage to get our hands on it just yet, but many other critics have, and as a result, a ton of reviews have
News Razer Is Launching A Line Of Halo Inspired Gear
Deck out your PC setup in Spartan gear
Halo Infinite is on the horizon, and with that, tons of themed accessories are on the way. We already know a limited edition Xbox Series X and Elite Controller is in the works to promote its release, but now we have confirmation of Razer releasing their own line of gear to tie into its launch
Guide The Artful Escape: How To Get The 'How'd You Get Up There?' Achievement
Jump for your love
The Artful Escape is now available with Xbox Game Pass and for the most part, it's an easy 1000 gamerscore. However, there are one or two achievements that may stump you if you're not sure where to look. Thankfully, we've got you covered so you can get everything the game has to offer. One of the achievements in question is the...
Tuesday7th Sep 2021
News Xbox Claiming It 'Fights For Game Preservation' Is Met With Backlash
Many have commented on the console's DRM issues
Xbox has had a huge comeback story over the past generation. From the disastrous Xbox One launch to the tremendous release of the Xbox Series X|S, it's been a tough hill to climb. Some of the success stories have related to Xbox Game Pass, but perhaps more importantly, the inclusion of backwards...
News Halo Infinite Xbox Series X Restocks Might Happen This Week
Stay alert, Chief
When Microsoft revealed the Halo Infinite Xbox Series X in August, the system sold out in most parts of the world in record time. Being "limited-edition", it's raised questions about a possible restock. The good news is there seems to be news doing the rounds online about one happening between now and 12th September. According to
Random Fans Look Back At Nostalgic Xbox 360 Arcade Games
A trip down memory lane
Earlier this year, fans took to Twitter to reminisce over the classic Xbox 360 days. Today, the community is diving into something a little more niche, as many are sharing their love for classic Xbox 360 Arcade games. The conversation seemed to stem from Twitter users sharing the consoles they grew up with, but the...
Video Forza Horizon 5 Shows Off Its High Octane Single Player Adventure
Something for everyone
Playground Games has shared a new exciting look at Forza Horizon 5's single-player campaign, Horizon Adventure, which truly looks to be the biggest and best take on the formula yet. In a lengthy live stream, the developer went through what players will be doing in the campaign. Via an extremely colourful, fun map, players...
News Alan Wake Remastered Is Real, Coming To Xbox Later This Year
Return to Bright Falls
After leaking last week, Remedy Entertainment has confirmed Alan Wake Remastered is real. It's coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this Autumn. Alan Wake Remastered will come with the original game's expansions, The Signal and The Writer, as well as a new director commentary from creative director Sam Lake and...
Mini Review Crown Trick - Another Fantastic Roguelite For Xbox Game Pass
Death is only the beginning
One of the beauties of Xbox Game Pass is being able to try out games we would never usually touch. Crown Trick is the latest in a long line, replicating the roguelite genre with its own unique twist. After the huge success of Hades, players, such as ourselves, are looking for more titles to scratch the itch it left...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Free World Update Adds Three New Countries, Available Now
Come fly with me
If you're (somehow) running out of parts of the sky to fly through in Microsoft Flight Simulator, a new world update is now available to download for all players for free. World Update VI sees Austria, Germany and Switzerland given an extra level of detail for further immersion. The update "features new aerial imagery,...
News Assassin's Creed Valhalla Patch 1.31 Is Now Live On Xbox, Here's Everything Included
It's a big one
As mentioned earlier this week, Assassin's Creed Valhalla is getting a new Nightmare difficulty mode, alongside an array of other features. Well, the time has arrived, as Ubisoft has released Patch 1.31 for all players. Xbox One players will find a file size of 26.23 GB, whilst Xbox Series X|S owners will have a weightier download at...
News Crown Trick Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Another win for Game Pass
Kicking off this week on Xbox we have Crown Trick, a brand new roguelite from Team 17 that is now available with Xbox Game Pass for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC. Crown Trick takes a unique spin on the roguelite formula, distancing itself away from Hades' ferocious combat. Instead, you'll engage in...
Video Here's Your First Explosive Look At Call Of Duty: Vanguard's Multiplayer
It looks eerily familiar
Activision has shared the first look at Call of Duty: Vanguard's multiplayer, diving in-depth into the maps, modes and guns you'll be able to use at launch. Across 20 various maps set across the globe, players will have a wide variety of different locales to blow to bits with their buddies. The majority of the stream...
Monday6th Sep 2021
Feature These Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (September 7-10)
Prepare for a "first-class JRPG experience"
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and we've got some major titles on the way this week including Life is Strange: True Colors, NBA 2K22, Tales of Ar
Random Xbox Owner Shares Hilarious Setup To Combat Their Overheating Console
There's probably better ways than this
We've all come up with unusual contraptions to fix household issues, but this one Reddit user who worked to fix their overheating Xbox One is perhaps one of the most elaborate we've seen. Having had a faulty Apple Mac laptop that needed to be propped up against a fan at a 45-degree angle, we feel Reddit user...
News Xbox Says ‘Gatekeeping And Elitism’ Have No Place In Gaming
"Be proud of your achievements and celebrate success"
If there’s one thing Xbox has gotten right in recent years, it’s ensuring that gaming is for everyone. From Smart Delivery to a wide variety of titles on Xbox Game Pass, the company works hard to ensure everyone is included. So it’s no surprise they’ve said “gatekeeping and elitism”...
Review Sonic Colors: Ultimate - A Rollercoaster Thrill Ride
Faster than fast, quicker than quick
Sonic has had a tremendously troubled past. Outside of Sonic Mania, the series has hit a lull for several years now with lacklustre titles such as Sonic Forces and Sonic Lost World - the poor hedgehog can't catch a break. However, back in 2010, Nintendo Wii owners were treated to a 3D iteration which seemed to...
News Industry Insider Shares Battlefield 2042's Alleged Beta Dates
Just a few short weeks away
Can you believe we're just a few weeks away from Battlefield 2042? It only seems like yesterday leaks for the initial trailer were slipping through the cracks left, right and centre. Fast forward to today and we're all now eagerly anticipating the release of the open beta, which one known industry insider has claimed to...
Random No Joke, One Best Man Gave A Halo Themed Wedding Speech
Hail to the King
We see a lot of strange and wonderful aspects of games incorporated into the real world, but this Halo themed best man speech at a wedding has got to be one of the best so far. As shared on Reddit, the speech incorporates a Halo multiplayer match as an analogy for the couple's relationship. The husband, Chuck, is described as being...
News THQ Nordic Shares A Sneak Peek At Kingdoms of Amalur's Fatesworn Expansion
Finally!
Kingdoms of Amalur, a cult-classic RPG from the Xbox 360 era, received a remaster for Xbox One last year with the promise of a new expansion. Almost a year later, THQ Nordic has broken the silence on the anticipated DLC, providing a first-look along with confirmation the development is wrapping up production. The DLC, known as Fatesworn,...
News Focus Home Interactive Has Rebranded As Focus Entertainment
They've shifted focus
Following Focus Home Interactive's acquisition of Deck13 Interactive, StreumOn Studio, Dotemu and its label The Arcade Crew, the company has decided to rebrand to Focus Entertainment. In a statement from the company today, it was revealed the decision was to "integrate talents and studios with singular visions in strong and...
News Assassin's Creed Valhalla Is Getting A Nightmare Difficulty Mode This Week
Along with other new features
We're closing in on Assassin's Creed Valhalla's first year and the game is still receiving an abundance of updates. A large amount has been a variety of bug fixes, but amongst the array of patches, various quality of life improvements have surfaced in the game. The latest is scheduled to arrive on September 7 and will...
News Stardew Valley Creator Sceptical About Future Updates, Focused On Next Game
"Right now I am focused on my next game"
Stardew Valley is expected to hit Xbox Game Pass later this year, and it seems the version we receive may be the final product. The game's developer Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone has recently commented on how he's unsure whether any more updates will come to the game, as the primary focus right now is on their...
Sunday5th Sep 2021
News 343 Industries Reveals The 'Key Feedback' From Halo Infinite's Technical Preview
Settle in, it's a lot
Halo Infinite's first Technical Preview seems like it was only yesterday, but it's been a fair few weeks since we were blasting spartans apart. For the test, players were only paired against bots - aside from a brief PvP window - and after weeks of feedback, the team at 343 Industries has finally digested all the information...
News Sensible Soccer's Spiritual Successor Kicks Off On Xbox In 2022
Thanks to a new publishing deal
If you're a football / soccer fan, there's a very good chance you've heard of Sensible Soccer, an extremely popular top-down sports game in the 90s, and its spiritual successor is set to arrive on Xbox in 2022 in the form of Sociable Soccer. It comes from the lead designer of the old Sensible Soccer series (Jon...
News Myst Is Bringing Back Its Classic 90s FMVs To Xbox Game Pass
Nostalgia bomb!
Myst joined Xbox Game Pass last month, and despite being originally released in the 90s, the Xbox version has been completely reworked for a modern audience. That being said, some fans have held onto the past and requested the classic 90s in-game videos to be restored, and developer Cyan Worlds has listened. Coming soon to Myst is...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator's Top Gun Expansion Has Been Delayed
Paramount is now releasing Maverick in 2022
Apart from the recently announced online racing expansion, Microsoft Flight Simulator also has a Top Gun expansion on the way. If you were looking forward to its arrival later this year, we're sorry to say it's now been delayed. It was planned to coincide with the release of the new movie Top Gun:...
Saturday4th Sep 2021
News Hyperkin Is Bringing Back The Original Xbox Duke Controller
To celebrate Xbox's 20th anniversary
You might remember that the classic original Xbox "Duke" controller was brought back for Xbox One in 2018, and now Hyperkin is reinventing it once again, with the Xbox 20th Anniversary Edition set to arrive in Q4 2021. Details are thin on the ground right now, but we know that it'll be compatible with Xbox One,...
Sunday5th Sep 2021
News Alan Wake Remastered Looks Set To Arrive This October For Xbox
With the official reveal (reportedly) next week
A remaster for the Xbox 360 classic Alan Wake appeared on the Epic Games Store a couple of months ago, and now it's been all but confirmed that Alan Wake Remastered is heading to Xbox (and PlayStation) this October. An October 5th listing has popped up for the game on Rakuten Taiwan, and Niko Partners...
Saturday4th Sep 2021
News Global Chip Shortage Could Last Until 2023, Says Japanese Tech Giant
It's not good news for console makers or fans
Since the global pandemic began, there have been ongoing supply shortages in the tech industry. On the video game front, companies like Microsoft have struggled to keep up with customer demand and scalpers haven't helped, either. Even after last year's launch, the Xbox Series X is still hard to get hold...
News Turbo Overkill Is A 'Blade Runner Meets DOOM' FPS Coming To Xbox In 2022
Consider us sold
Developer Trigger Happy Interactive has announced Turbo Overkill, a "savage first-person shooter" coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in 2022. It's described as being a Blade Runner meets DOOM hellscape, where you play as Johnny Turbo, a "half-metal, half-human and half-crazy" hero, who has "hidden arm rockets and a...
News Mass Effect 5 May Use Unreal Engine Instead Of EA's Frostbite
"Everything is on the table..."
We haven't seen or heard too much about the next Mass Effect yet outside of a short clip at The Game Awards 2020, but a new report from VentureBeat is claiming that BioWare might be switching to Unreal Engine to create it. As you may recall, 2017's Mass Effect: Andromeda moved away from Unrea
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 4-5)
Bit of Final Fantasy, anyone?
Welcome to the weekend! As usual, there's plenty to check out on Xbox this weekend, including a fresh batch of Xbox Game Pass additions, a wide array of Xbox sales and the free-to-play release of popular racer Asphalt 9: Legends! Here's what we’re jumping into over the next few days: Fraser Gilbert, News Editor:...
Pick One Which Of These Is Your Favourite Crysis Game?
Which will be your go-to in the Remastered Trilogy?
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, to celebrate the announcement of the Crysis Remastered Trilogy heading to Xbox this October, we thought we'd take a look back at the history of the series on Xbox. All three of the games included in the collection were released on Xbox 360, but...
Friday3rd Sep 2021
News Halo's MCC Adds New 'Mythic' Armour Sets To Season 8, And Not Everyone Is Happy
Haters told to "toggle it off"
343 Industries has greatly improved Halo: The Master Chief Collection since its initial release on the Xbox One. It's now many years into the game's ongoing development cycle, and to enhance the experience even more, the team has been updating the multiplayer component with some additional extras. Following on from a...
News Surgeon Simulator 2 Suffers A Rough Launch Day On Xbox Game Pass
Get well soon
Surgeon Simulator 2 launched into Xbox Game Pass yesterday (September 2nd), and while many have been eager to jump into some medical mayhem with friends, it's unfortunately been plagued with a fair few teething problems. Yesterday saw a huge influx of players diving into the game which caused some strain. Long load times were present...
Video Here's A Look At The Final 'xScreen' Design For Xbox Series S
Pre-orders now available
Back in June, a company known as UPspec Gaming opened a Kickstarter campaign which saw the Xbox Series S turned into a portable playing machine via a foldable monitor called xScreen. Not only was the Kickstarter goal smashed out of the park, but now the team has released an exciting update for the unique device. Upspec...
News 505 Games 'Learnt A Lot' From Control's Messy Xbox Series X|S Upgrade
"We did our best to satisfy consumers"
When news of Control's next-gen upgrade arrived last year, it was confirmed not to be leveraging Smart Delivery. Instead, players were forced to purchase the game again if they wanted to play on Xbox Series X|S. It was a controversial move, and one publisher 505 Games has now acknowledged it could have handled...
Deals 20+ Games Included In The 505 15th Anniversary Xbox Sale
Discounts for Control, Ghostrunner & more
It's time for another Xbox sale! 505 Games is hosting a special 15th Anniversary sale over the next week, featuring discounts for the likes of Control Ultimate Edition, Ghostrunner and Assetto Corsa Competizione. Below, we've highlighted all of the standalone games in the sale, but be aware that there are...
Poll What's Your Most Anticipated Xbox Game For The Rest Of The Year?
It's a busy time
Now that we've reached September, we're approaching a busy few months in the world of Xbox. While the initial Xbox Series X|S launch wasn't perhaps as explosive as we may have hoped in terms of new titles, these next few months are certainly making up for it, with heavy-hitting first-party titles on the way such as Forza Horizon 5...
Random Rare Has A Sea Of Thieves Xbox Controller Table And We Want One
This is booty we want
Game developers always seem to have a lot of cool stuff in their offices. Whether it's life-size statues of their mascots or their classic games displayed for all to see, we're incredibly jealous of the environments they get to work in. Feeding that jealousy even further is this new Sea of Thieves table at Rare's headquarters,...
News Microsoft Has 'No Plans' To Bring Android App Support To Xbox
Update: MS provides an official response
Update: Sadly, it looks like there's nothing to this discovery... at least for now! A Microsoft spokesperson has confirmed to Windows Central that there are "no plans" to bring the Windows 11 Android subsystem to Xbox. "A Microsoft spokesperson confirmed to me that what I suspected — there are "no plans"...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Sonic Colors: Ultimate
The high-speed adventure of a lifetime?
You might have noticed that we haven't talked a lot about next week's release of Sonic Colors: Ultimate in recent days, and that's because as far as we know, all of the review copies were for the PS4 version of the game. Nevertheless, we thought we'd take a look at what various outlets have been saying about...
News Splitgate Devs: 'Don't Hold Your Breath' For A Battle Royale Mode
But never say never
Splitgate is continuing to be a worldwide phenomenon. It even secured a spot during Gamescom Opening Night Live when Season Zero of the game was announced and subsequently launched. With such success, it's obviously gaining a wide pool of players, some of which are requesting a battle royale mode be added in the future. For now...
Thursday2nd Sep 2021
News Xbox Fans Call Out 'Activision's Greed' Over Call Of Duty Digital Prices
How much!?
This week's Deals with Gold selection on Xbox has rubbed certain Xbox fans the wrong way, as several Call of Duty titles are still ludicrously priced - despite being discounted by up to 67% off over the next few days. Fans took to Reddit to express their distaste for the pricing, highlighting Call of Duty: Black Ops and C
News Horizon Forbidden West's Upgrade Path Has PS5 Buyers Wishing For Xbox's Smart Delivery
"Smart Delivery is how it should be done"
One of the biggest topics of conversation on social media today has centred around Sony's decision to not include a free upgrade for Horizon Forbidden West in its standard or special editions. Instead, players will be forced to drop a hefty sum to receive both the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions of...
News THQ Nordic To Reveal 'Six New Games' This Month, Including 'The Return Of Legendary Franchises'
Timesplitters, anyone?
THQ Nordic has announced a digital showcase on September 17 at 12pm PT / 3pm ET / 8pm BST / 9pm CET. It's set to celebrate the company's 10th anniversary and will be bringing six new game reveals, including "the return of legendary franchises and sequels to beloved games". Along with the new titles, THQ Nordic has confirmed...
News You Could Win This Far Cry 6 Xbox Series X With Microsoft Rewards
Lead the revolution
As if Microsoft Rewards wasn't giving us enough Game Pass Quests, punch cards and sweepstakes at the moment, Xbox and Ubisoft have today highlighted a special Far Cry 6 Xbox Series X competition available to enter right now. To be in with a chance of winning, all you need to do is head to the Microsoft Rewards app on console (or...
Guide Microsoft Rewards: Earn 1000 Easy Points With These Xbox Punch Cards
1000 points for just a few minutes of work!
Microsoft Rewards is throwing loads of new goodies at us at the moment, including the usual Monthly Bonus Round offering of 2000+ points for September, along with some special new punch cards. How To Complete The MS Rewards 'ID@Xbox' Punch Card: The first of these is called the "Microsoft Rewards Top
Update: We've got a date!
Update: XSEED has finally announced the release date for Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town. A physical and digital edition will launch in Europe and Australia on October 15, with a North American launch coming on October 26. At participating retailers, you can receive a free Strawberry Cow Pocket Plush if you...
News Xbox Owners Are Falling Over Themselves With Praise For Psychonauts 2
"This has to be one of the best games I've ever played"
Psychonauts 2 launched last week and has certainly made an impression. We even gifted the game a prestigious 10/10 score for its perfect balance of gameplay and approach to mental health. It seems Xbox fans from across the world are also really resonating with the game, at least judging by the...
News Four More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass (September 2)
"Now we have a utopia for all of us"
It's Game Pass day! We've got four more games entering the service across console, PC and cloud today, including a couple of day one releases in the form of Craftopia (Game Preview) and Surgeon Simulator 2: Access All Areas. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today: Craftopia (Game...
Random Even The Director Of PlayStation's God Of War Is Excited For Halo Infinite
Us too, Cory. Us too...
Gaming is at its best when everyone comes together. No console wars, no rivalries, just everyone appreciating and enjoying games across all platforms. While we do specialise in Xbox news, that doesn't mean we're opposed to playing on other systems. In fact, we own quite a few others ourselves. But of course, brand loyalties...
News Uh-Oh, Cyberpunk 2077 Could Be Delayed Past 2021 For Xbox Series X|S
The Witcher 3 may also miss its 2021 release window
Cyberpunk 2077 just can’t seem to catch a break and the latest news seems to suggest its planned Xbox Series X|S upgrade may not arrive this year after all. As transcribed by VGC, CD Projekt’s H1 2021 results call with shareholders shed some light on Cyberpunk 2077’s future on next-gen...
News Crysis Remastered Trilogy Suits Up On Xbox This October
With extra enhancements on Xbox Series X|S
Get ready, as Crytek has announced the eagerly anticipated Crysis Remastered Trilogy will be arriving for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on October 15. Bundled with Crysis, Crysis 2 and Crysis 3, all three titles will have fully remastered campaigns (no multiplayer), while also being optimised...
Mini Review Golf Club Wasteland - A Brilliant Birdie From The Rough
Yes, there is life on Mars
We were drawn to Golf Club: Wasteland from minute one. A golf game in which Earth is now a course for the ultra rich and the remains of civilization live on Mars? It's a great concept, and while the golf itself is nothing to write home about, it's the combination of everything else that makes Golf Club: Wasteland a...
News Konami's 'eFootball 2022' Launches For Free On Xbox This Month
PES has gone, eFootball has arrived
It was announced back in July that Konami was wrapping up the long-running Pro Evolution Soccer series in favour of a brand-new free-to-play experience called 'eFootball', and now we know it will launch for Xbox on September 30. eFootball will utilise a new engine compared to PES (Unreal Engine instead of the FOX...
News Nacon Unveils MG-X Controller For Xbox Cloud Gaming On Android
Pre-orders now open in Europe
Nacon has announced the MG-X controller, a unique peripheral designed for Android players to experience Xbox Cloud Gaming in a new, comfortable way, It's claimed to boast up to 20 hours of battery life (depending on the games played) and features a wireless connection to your Android smartphone via Bluetooth. Any...
News State Of Decay 2's Free Homecoming Update Arrives On Xbox Game Pass
"It's time to come home... to Trumbull Valley!"
Despite State of Decay 3 being in the works, Undead Labs has released another free expansion for State of Decay 2, adding a fifth map for all players - including Xbox Game Pass members. Titled Homecoming, the update allows players to visit Trumbull Valley, the map found in the first game. Set after...
News Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 Arrives On Xbox In 2022
More 2D action from Inti Creates is on the way!
Inti Creates has announced Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 during its panel at BitSummit 2021 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and multiple other platforms. The game is a direct sequel to the original Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX and will be arriving on 27th January 2022 for US...
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News Xbox Is Giving Away This Limited Edition Shang-Chi Series X Console
Along with a special controller and other goodies
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings releases in cinemas this Friday and to commemorate the occasion, Xbox has a limited edition Series X console and controller up for grabs. Anyone who is 18 or older and resides in a supported Xbox Live region is eligible to enter by simply following the...
News These Eight Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (September 2-9)
The latest batch of titles
The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today unveiled another eight games coming to the service over the next week, including the previously revealed Surgeon Simulator 2 and The Artful Escape. Here's what's coming to Xbox Game Pass over the next few days: Date Game Platform September...
Guide How To Claim 2000 Bonus Microsoft Rewards Points On Xbox In September
Your Monthly Bonus Round instructions
It's that time again! We're big fans of the Microsoft Rewards program here at Pure Xbox, which allows you to complete tasks in order to earn redeemable points which can be spent on gift cards, donations and much more. September 2021's "Monthly Bonus Round" challenge has just begun, and by satisfying a few easy...
News Custom Halo Needler Xbox Controller Gets An 'Elite V2' Upgrade
We would love to get our hands on this
Xbox isn't the only one rolling out Halo-themed hardware and accessories ahead of the release of Halo Infinite. The talented creator POPeART (formerly known as Xbox Pope) is at it again - this time with the "Needler Elite V2". It's the same pattern we saw early on in August but instead of the standard Xbox...
News Free-To-Play Racer Asphalt 9: Legends Is Now Available On Xbox
"Tear up the Asphalt in the ultimate console racing experience"
If you've heard of Asphalt 9: Legends before, it's probably because it's generally considered one of the best free games on Nintendo Switch, and now it's officially made the jump to Xbox One, Series X and Series S. It also comes with some pretty cool features for Xbox owners, with...
News Xbox Teases 'Exclusive News' For The Tokyo Game Show 2021
Update: "No major reveals or announcements"
Update: In a strange turn, the listing for Xbox's presentation at the Tokyo Game Show has been altered. It no longer claims to be bringing "exclusive news and content to share". Instead, it simply reads: "JUMP IN and join Xbox as we bring the joy and community of our gaming ecosystem to the world." Xbox's...
News Another Seven Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (September 13-15)
Best dive in before they go
Microsoft has unveiled the next set of seven games that will be leaving Xbox Game Pass halfway into September, including the previously announced removals of Red Dead Online and Forza Motorsport 7, the latter of which is also being delisted from the Xbox Store entirely on September 15. Here's the full list of games...
Roundup Here's What's Coming To Xbox In September 2021
It's a packed month with over 50 new releases!
Talk about a busy month ahead! There are well over 50 new releases heading to Xbox in September, including the likes of Sonic Colors: Ultimate, NBA 2K22, Tales of Arise and many more. We've also got loads of exciting Xbox Game Pass releases on the way, so there should be something for everyone over the...
News Rise Of The Tomb Raider’s Xbox Exclusivity Was Reportedly 'Worth $100 Million'
Where can we get some of this dollar?
We all know Microsoft is no stranger to throwing around money. From colossus studio acquisitions to bringing quality games to Xbox Game Pass on day one, it’s clear they have a lot in the bank. So it’s not utterly shocking that Rise of the Tomb Raider’s timed exclusivity was allegedly worth $100 million...
News Another Battlefield 1 Expansion Is Free To Claim On Xbox This Week
Add it to your library permanently
EA has been giving away various bits of Battlefield DLC for free over the past few weeks, and this week's free DLC is for 2017's Battlefield 1. It takes the form of the game's second expansion pack: "In the Name of the Tsar". This is a pretty huge expansion, featuring The Russian Empire "with some of the most...
News Crown Trick Is Bringing Dungeon Crawling Action To Xbox Game Pass Next Week
Move over Hades
A new batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has been announced and one that's caught our fancy is Crown Trick, a turn-based roguelite with a colourful cartoon aesthetic. Developed by NExT Studios and published by Team 17, players will venture through a set of procedurally generated dungeons, planning their moves carefully as they attempt...
Video Marvel's Midnight Suns Gameplay Reveal Shows It's More Than Just An XCOM Clone
Fight alongside your favourite heroes
After the action-packed reveal at Gamescom Opening Night Live, developer Firaxis has delivered a lengthy gameplay trailer for Marvel's Midnight Suns. While the XCOM DNA is clearly running through its veins, the gameplay demonstrates it's more than just a reskin of the formula. Instead, Marvel's Midnight Suns...
PSA Baldo Is Littered With Bugs On Xbox, But A Hotfix Is On The Way
Glitches galore
Update: While the latest patch is still not live on Xbox as of yet, it appears to be available on PlayStation and PC, prompting the team to share exactly what it entails. A variety of major bugs have been rectified, but there's still work to be done. The next focus is said to be on certain resets in the game, minor glitches and work...
News The New Aqua Shift Xbox Wireless Controller Is Now Available
"Get surreal with the Aqua Shift Special Edition"
The gorgeous Aqua Shift Xbox controller is now available, featuring rubberised grips for the first time in an official standard Xbox Wireless controller. The new controller retails for £59.99/$69.99 via the Microsoft Store and other select retailers. It sports a beautiful "colour-shifting blue...
