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Guide Everything You Need To Know About MLB The Show 21 On Xbox Game Pass
Release time, preload instructions, game details & more
It's almost time for another major Xbox Game Pass day one release! Sony and PlayStation Studios' MLB The Show 21 bizarrely drops on the service tomorrow, April 20th, available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Ahead of its full release, we thought we'd put together a quick guide...
Guide How To Watch This Week's Age Of Empires Fan Preview Event
"Gather your snacks and get HYPED"
It was announced last month that Age of Empires would be hosting a special 'Fan Preview' event on April 10th, featuring "surprises, reveals: new gameplay civilizations and campaigns, and so much more." It's been confirmed that we'll get a look at new footage for the upcoming Age of Empires 4 as part of this event,...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About Outriders On Xbox Game Pass
Release time, preload instructions, game details & more
Well, the time has almost arrived! Square Enix's Outriders officially drops day one on Xbox Game Pass tomorrow, April 1st, and there's understandably a lot of excitement floating around about the arrival of the co-op shooter. So, while we went into a bit of detail about this yesterday, we...
Guide How To Watch Today's Xbox Indie Showcase
All the details you need
Ready for our first proper Xbox 'event' of the year? Microsoft is hosting a special Xbox Indie Showcase in conjunction with Twitch later today, set to feature over 100 games from developers from around the world. "During the showcase, we’ll debut new trailers and gameplay for more than 25 games, including Second...
Guide When Will The Xbox Spring Sale 2021 Be Revealed?
Let's make some educated guesses
The Xbox Spring Sale 2021 is almost upon us, during which a significant number of Xbox digital titles are expected to be discounted for a period of around ten days to two weeks. The official date of the sale hasn't been announced at the time of writing, but we've provided some educated guesses below as to when we...
Guide Xbox Game Pass: Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In March 2021
It's been a HUGE month for Game Pass!
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games that are coming soon and leaving soon in March 2021? It can be pretty difficult to keep track of all the comings and goings in the world of Xbox Game Pass every week, so we've put together this handy guide to provide an overview of what's happening this March...
Guide How To Watch This Week's Square Enix Presents Livestream
All the details you need
You might have missed the news last week that Square Enix is hosting a special 'Square Enix Presents' livestream this Thursday, March 18th, featuring news and updates about "the most exciting" upcoming Square Enix games. As part of this event, Square Enix has confirmed that it will be revealing the next entry in the Life is...
Guide Microsoft Now Has 23 Xbox Game Studios, And Here They Are
The complete list following the Bethesda acquisition
So, the deal is done! Microsoft has officially brought ZeniMax Media into the Xbox family, and as a result, the list of first-party Xbox Game Studios has grown to a massive total of 23 studios in all, with eight new additions. To give you a better overview of which studios are now part of Xbox...
Guide Every Bethesda Game Expected To Join Xbox Game Pass In 2021
Here's what we're hoping to see
Update (Tue 9th Mar, 2021 15:30 GMT): Microsoft has announced today as part of its completed acquisition of Bethesda that more games will be added to Xbox Game Pass this week, so we're recycling this guide from January to give you an idea of what we could see. Which games do you want the most? Let us know down below...
Guide How To Share All Of Your Xbox Games With A Friend For Free
Your complete guide to Xbox Game Sharing
You might have heard about Xbox Game Sharing on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S before, but is it really as good as it sounds, and can you really share all of your Xbox games with someone else? For the most part, yes! Ultimately, Microsoft suggests you can use this Xbox Game Sharing feature to...
Guide How To Mirror Your PC Display To Your Xbox One, Xbox Series X
You can even control it with your console!
Did you know Microsoft has created an official method for you to mirror (and even control) your Windows 10 PC via your Xbox? It's true, and it actually works much better than you might expect. To get started, all you need to do is download the Wireless Display app from the Microsoft Store, which works on...
Guide Xbox Game Pass: Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In February 2021
Update: The full list has been revealed!
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games that are coming soon and leaving soon in February 2021? It can be hard to keep track of all the comings and goings in the world of Xbox Game Pass, so we've put together this handy guide to provide an overview of what's happening this February. Xbox Game...
Guide Halo Infinite For Xbox Series X: Everything You Need To Know
Get all the latest on this year's biggest Xbox game
Halo Infinite is Microsoft's big first-party game for 2021. Originally the game was expected to launch alongside the Xbox Series X|S, but was later delayed, making it this year's hottest game for Xbox fans. Despite its delay, we're still receiving a lot of information about the game, as developer...
Guide Starfield Xbox Series X Release: Everything We Know So Far
What to expect from Bethesda's space epic
Ah, Starfield. Bethesda's brand-new IP has been described as a "space epic" by the developer, and now that the company is about to belong to Xbox, we're even more intrigued about what to expect from the game. For the most part, Bethesda has remained very quiet on the progress of Starfield since it unleashed...
Guide Xbox Game Pass: Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In January 2021
Which new games are coming to Game Pass?
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games that are coming soon and leaving soon in January 2021? It can be hard to keep track of all the comings and goings in the world of Xbox Game Pass, so we've put together this handy guide to provide an overview of what's happening this January. We're going to...
Guide Best EA Play Games Included With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
Some of our favourites for Xbox One and Xbox Series X
Microsoft and Electronic Arts teamed up earlier this month to bring EA Play to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, bolstering the premium subscription with an additional 80+ games including some true Xbox classics. There are loads of great titles to check out as part of the subscription,...
Guide Make Yourself Some Xbox Cookies This Christmas
Go from Master Chief to Master Chef
Christmas, like pretty much any day of the year, is a great time to have cookies, and those cookies taste even sweeter when they're shaped like Xbox consoles, controllers and logos. Don't ask why, that's just how it works! Fortunately, the folks over at Xbox UK have put together a fantastic guide to making your...
Guide Christmas Xbox Series X Restock: Where To Buy The Series X
Which stores have Xbox Series X available?
Still looking to pick up an Xbox Series X this Christmas? You're not alone. We'll be keeping this page as up to date as possible throughout the Christmas and New Year period, so if you're looking to buy a Xbox Series X, bookmark this article and check back for updates on when and where you can get one...
Guide Best Christmas Themed Xbox Games To Get Into The Spirit This Holiday
The best games for the ultimate Christmas vibes
As the Christmas period commences, it’s to time get the fire cranked up and slippers on, wrapped up cosy and warm to play some Xbox! It’s the perfect opportunity to catch up on some on your daunting backlog, or even better, embrace some Christmas themed games. With the festive season in full...
Deals The Best Bargains In The Xbox Countdown Sale 2020
Fantastic games at low, low prices
The Xbox Countdown Winter Sale 2020 is here! This year's sale features discounts on over 800 games, bundles and add-ons, available from Friday, December 18th through Sunday, January 3rd. In this roundup, we've highlighted some of the best bargains available for low, low prices in the Countdown Sale. This is far...
Guide Here's How You Can Play Skyrim At 60FPS On Xbox Series X
Thanks to the power of mods
We're all well aware that backwards compatibility is fantastic on Xbox Series X (and Series S), but unfortunately games with framerate caps are still forced to run at 30 frames-per-second in certain cases. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Special Edition, which was added to Xbox Game Pass earlier this week, is one of those...
Guide When Will The Xbox Christmas Holiday Sale 2020 Be Revealed?
Otherwise known as the Countdown Sale
The Xbox Christmas and New Year Holiday Sale 2020 (known typically as the 'Countdown Sale') is almost upon us, during which hundreds of Xbox digital titles are expected to be discounted for the holiday period. The official date of the sale hasn't been announced at the time of writing, but it should be just a...
Guide When Is The Game Awards 2020?
Here's everything you need to know
The Game Awards 2020 is taking place today, which marks the final major games event of 2020, and promises to feature celebrities, performances and a whole host of world premieres as part of its lineup. Last year's show was particularly memorable from an Xbox perspective as Phil Spencer revealed the Xbox Series X...
Guide Best Xbox Christmas Gifts For 2020
Xbox gifts for your friends and family this holiday
It's December, which means the world goes bonkers buying all manner of gifts for loved ones. Christmas is right around the corner, but many still leave their shopping until the last second. If you've still got some presents to buy, your time isn't up yet. For any Xbox fans in your life, look no...
Guide Black Friday Xbox Series X Restock: Where To Buy The Series X
Which stores have Xbox Series X available?
Black Friday is almost here, and that means that restocking of the hard-to-find Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles is upon us! We'll be keeping this page as up to date as possible, so if you're looking to buy a Xbox Series X, bookmark this article and check back for updates on when and where you can...
Guide Cyber Monday 2020: Best Xbox Series X Deals On Games, Xbox Game Pass, Accessories, And More
The best Xbox Cyber Monday offers and discounts
Welcome to Cyber Monday 2020! The Black Friday period might now be over, but there are still hundreds of great Xbox related deals and discounts that have carried over to Cyber Monday, as well as a few exclusive additions. Below, you'll find great offers on everything from Xbox games to Xbox Game Pass...
Black Friday 2020 Best Game Pass Ultimate Deals For Xbox Series X
Save up to 40% on Game Pass Ultimate this Black Friday
Microsoft currently has a range of offers ongoing as part of Black Friday 2020, including a huge 700+ game sale and discounts on the new Xbox Series controllers, and it's also offering a great deal on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. This deal allows you to get up to 40% off three months of Xbox Game...
Guide Here Are Some Xbox Series X|S Issues You Might Run Into At Launch
Update: The latest "known issues"
The launch of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S has now arrived, and while Microsoft has clearly gone to a lot of effort to ensure the two consoles' variety of new features and backwards compatibility support is working as intended, there are a few "known issues" you need to be aware of at launch. In preparation...
Guide Best Upcoming Xbox Series X Games For 2020 And Beyond
Here are the big ones
The Xbox Series X launch has got off to a great start, with lots of lovely launch games which have been lovingly updated for Microsoft's most powerful console to date. But what's coming up later this year and in the future you ask? Join us for a look at the upcoming Xbox Series X Games for 2020 and beyond. All of these games...
Guide Just Got A Series X|S? Save Hundreds On Xbox Game Pass Ultimate With This Trick
We still can't believe how good this is
Update: This trick is reportedly still working as of December 2021, but we haven't verified it ourselves. Try it at your own risk and always read the smallprint! Original st
Guide How To Reduce The File Size Of Supported Games On Xbox Series X
By removing modes and features
With some Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S games already taking up over 100GB of storage at launch, it won't be long until you've filled that internal 1TB custom SSD and find yourself in need of more space. Fortunately, for supported titles, Microsoft is making it easy for you to remove certain modes and features in...
Guide These 10+ Xbox Game Pass Games Are Enhanced For Series X|S At Launch
Don't forget to try them out!
The launch of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S has marked possibly the busiest day in Xbox Game Pass history, with a variety of brand-new titles and over 80 games from the EA Play catalogue added to the service. In addition to these, a bunch of games have also been enhanced (or "optimised") for Xbox Series X|S,...
Guide All Xbox Series X Launch Games
Every Xbox Series X game available day one
The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S are now officially available, and while Halo Infinite is no longer the big launch title for the system, there are still well over 30 launch games to pick up on day one. Here are the launch games you can look forward to playing on Xbox Series X... All Xbox Series X...
The very best games for the system
It's hard to believe the Xbox One first came out nearly seven years ago. In that time, it's developed quite the library of games, including some superb exclusives, and we've picked out ten of the best below. We'll be adding more to this list in the future, but for now, here are some absolute must-plays on Xbox One,...
Guide What Exactly Is Quick Resume On Xbox Series X|S?
The literal game changing feature
We've been hearing a lot about Quick Resume over the past few weeks and months, which is a brand new game-switching feature being introduced with the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. There's been quite a bit of confusion about how this feature works, as well as why it's been so highly praised in previews thus far,...
Guide Which Xbox Series X|S Launch Titles Support Smart Delivery?
Everything you need to know
Microsoft is implementing a brand-new service with the release of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this November called "Smart Delivery", but what exactly is it all about, and what games are supported? Here's what you need to know. What Is Xbox Smart Delivery?: Xbox Smart Delivery is a service being introduced...
Guide Is Your TV Ready For Next-Gen Gaming With Xbox Series X?
And will it support 4K, 120FPS?
Hopefully by now you've been able to lock in your Xbox Series X and/or Xbox Series S pre-order (if you wanted one), and you're eagerly awaiting the chance to get your hands on your new purchase later this year. But what about your TV? Both the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X are powerful machines, and if you've got...
Guide Xbox Series X VS. Xbox Series S: What's The Difference?
Which should you pre-order this week?
The time is getting ever closer for Microsoft to bring its next-generation of consoles kicking and screaming into the world. By now, you will very likely be aware that two versions of next-gen Xbox devices will be available - the Xbox Series X and the Xbox Series S. But which one should be grabbing your...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About Xbox Series Pre-Orders
It all begins today!
The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S will officially be available for pre-order on Tuesday, September 22nd, and Microsoft has unveiled details about when and where customers will be able to order their brand-new systems. If you still haven't made your mind up about which to go for, check out our guide below: Xbox Series X VS...
Guide How Does Storage Work On The Xbox Series S & X?
Here's everything you need to know
When the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X launch this November, they're going to handle storage in a different way to your current Xbox One console. You'll still be able to store games on the internal drive, but if you want to store more than that, there are a few things you need to be aware of. The Xbox Series S...
Guide How Do Accessories Work On The Xbox Series S & X?
Here's everything you need to know
It hasn't actually been very long at all since Microsoft explained how accessories will work on the Xbox Series X, but now that the Xbox Series S has also been revealed, let's take another look at how you can use old and new accessories on your brand-new, next-gen Xbox console this Holiday. First off, we'll...
Video Watch The Ubisoft Forward September Livestream Here
Featuring reveals, updates and more
Update: The event is now over, but you can catch the full replay below! Original story: It's been a very busy week in the world of Xbox, so you might have forgotten that Ubisoft is hosting an event today, featuring the full reveal of Immortals Fenyx Rising (formerly known as Gods & Monsters)! The pre-show...
Guide How Do Backwards Compatible Games Work On The Xbox Series S/X?
Here's everything you need to know
Backwards compatibility is going to be a big part of the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X, with thousands of titles available for you to play across three generations of Xbox from launch day on November 10th. The first thing you need to know about the feature is that all the original Xbox and Xbox 360 backwards...
Guide How To Remove Leftover Add-Ons & Free Up Space On Xbox
Get rid of the DLC you forgot about
These days, with some games taking up 100GB or more (we're looking at you, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare), it can be difficult to mange your storage effectively on Xbox One. However, if you play a lot of games, you might find that you've got plenty of leftover add-ons that will clear tens of GB's worth of data -...
Guide How To Watch Today's Gamescom Opening Night Live Event
All the times and links you need
We might not have been able to enjoy the annual E3 expo as usual this year, but Germany's Gamescom event is still taking place, albeit in a digital format as opposed to an in-person show. The event will take place over multiple days from Thursday to Sunday, and will be kicked off today with Opening Night Live - a...
Guide Best Bargains Under £10 In The Xbox Gamescom Sale 2020
Fantastic games at low prices
Xbox has sprung another massive sale on UK and Europe customers this week in the form of the Gamescom sale, featuring discounts on over 200 games, bundles and add-ons. We've already highlighted some of the most notable deals in the sale, but if you're specifically looking for a cheap bargain, we've got you covered as...
Guide These 300+ Creators Collection Games Are All Free On Xbox
Discover some hidden gems
Did you know that there are over 300 free, largely hidden 'Creators Collection' games on Xbox? These are indie games that aren't publicised by Microsoft, and don't boast all of the same features (such as Achievements) as normal Xbox games. But they're still free, and many of them are still very playable on Xbox One - albeit...
Guide All Xbox Game Pass Games
The Complete List For Xbox One & PC
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games for console and PC? You'll find every included title in the subscription-based service below, including backwards compatible Xbox and Xbox 360 games. It's worth noting that the console and PC versions of Game Pass are separate - if you want them both, you'll need...
Guide All Backwards Compatible Games In The Xbox Summer Sale 2020
40+ classics from Xbox past
The Xbox Summer Sale has arrived! This year's sale features discounts on over 400 games, bundles and add-ons, available for ten days from August 14th until August 24th. We've already highlighted some of the best deals and bargains available in the sale, but what about backwards compatible games? There are over 40 great...
Guide Best Bargains Under £10 In The Xbox Summer Sale 2020
Great games at super low prices
The Xbox Summer Sale has arrived! This year's sale features discounts on over 400 games, bundles and add-ons, available for ten days from August 14th until August 24th. Trying to sort through all the deals can be tough - especially when you're working to a budget - so we've decided to highlight some of the best...
