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News Chivalry 2 Charges Onto The Xbox Series X Battlefield This June
A closed beta is also on the way
Update: We now have a confirmed release date of June 8 thanks to Xbox Wire. We also have confirmation that the beta will be available on Xbox with full cross-play support between April 23 - 29 for all pre-orders. Original story: The sequel to the multiplayer focused Medieval action game Chivalry will arrive on Xbox...
News Bloober Team Steps Away From Acquisition Talks To Focus On Its Own Future Projects
"The company has decided not to continue discussions"
Bloober Team, the studio behind The Medium, has reportedly been eyed up by multiple companies within the industry to be acquired recently. Originally, it was in talks with many of these officials, but it is now said to have withdrawn from discussions as it feels it could damage future projects...
Random Halo Fan Recreates Iconic Star Wars Scene In Forge Mode
Star Wars is always popping up in Alderaan places
Give a player the tools to create their own levels and you're going to get some crazy creations. The latest example comes from Halo 5's Forge Mode, which has seen an iconic Star Wars scene come to life. Specifically, this fan has recreated the Tatooine sunset scene from the Star Wars series...
News NieR: Automata Is Getting Review Bombed On Steam After Game Pass Version Makes Improvements
It's nier-ly close to being a negative score
NieR: Automata launched on Xbox Game Pass for PC last week and it's caused Steam fans to review bomb the game. Why? Because the Game Pass version rectifies many issues that fans have been raising about the Steam version. It was reported last week that problems such as frame rate drops were gone in the...
News Deathloop's Devs Were 'Surprised' By The Xbox Bethesda Acquisition
"After the surprise, it made a lot of sense"
Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda has sent ripples through the gaming world in recent months, and Arkane Studios, which is currently working on the timed PS5 exclusive, Deathloop, was part of that acquisition. Speaking to Press Start, Deathloop’s director, Dinga Bakaba, and art director, Sébastien...
News The Evil Within's Xbox Game Pass For PC Version Contains New Features
You can now play the game in first-person
The Evil Within launched on Xbox Game Pass for PC earlier this month, and it's now been updated to bring a ton of new features to the game - not found in the Steam version. As reported by Wccftech, players via Xbox Game Pass for PC will now be able to play the game in first-person mode - a feature which was...
News Xbox Survey Asks If Users Would Use Bitcoin As A Payment Method
Interested?
If you don't want to use a credit card to pay for your Xbox games and memberships on the Xbox Store, you could be in luck, as a survey has suggested that paying via the popular cryptocurrency Bitcoin could be a possibility in the future. As spotted by one Reddit user, a survey is reportedly being pushed out to members of the Xbox...
News Descenders Dev Says Xbox Game Pass Helped The Game Sell 'A Ton'
"The main thing for us is that sales didn't go down"
We always see games going onto Xbox Game Pass, but do we ever stop to think how developers are benefiting from having their game readily available in a subscription package? The founder of the studio, No More Robots, has explained how their games even sell "a ton" of copies despite being included...
News Xbox Game Pass Subscribers 'Spend 20% More On Gaming', Says Exec
That's a lot of moolah
Ever wondered how Xbox Game Pass seems to be the gift that keeps on giving? Well, one of those reasons appears to be due to the fact that subscribers "spend 20% on more gaming" if they're part of the service, according to one Microsoft executive. Sarah Bond, vice president of the gaming ecosystem at Microsoft, has recently...
Talking Point What's Your First Resident Evil Memory?
Celebrating the series' 25th anniversary
It’s hard to believe the original Resident Evil is 25 years old today. Who would have thought back then that the franchise would shift into what it’s become? It pushed past the medium of simply just being a video game, and now has movies, comics, books, and a dedicated fan base which have stuck with the...
News Xbox Takes Home Multiple Awards At The SXSW 2021 Gaming Awards
Congrats!
South by Southwest is a festival which celebrates a wide range of different interactive mediums, including games. Over the weekend, the winners for its 2021 Gaming Awards were announced and Xbox did pretty alright for itself. Out of the 12 categories, Xbox games took home a variety of awards. Ori and the Will of the Wisps was one of the...
Hardware Review Xbox Wireless Headset - Our Final Verdict
It's time to face the music
Microsoft's brand new Xbox Wireless Headset arrived in stores this week, so what is Pure Xbox's final verdict? Following on from our initial early impressions, we've now been able to give this new set of wireless cans a real workout and while they might not necessarily appeal to audiophiles out there, we're confident...
News Rare Adds Sea Of Thieves Quest To Honour Dev Who Passed Away
"We hope that it captures Jim’s spirit"
Rare has added a new quest known as "The Legend of Glitterbeard" into Sea of Thieves. The new adventure has been made to honour James 'Jim' White, an apprentice data analyst who worked at the company and sadly passed away. As highlighted by True Achievements, in an effort to continue his legacy in the game,...
News Guacamelee! Dev Teasing 'Brand New Game' For The Xbox Indie Showcase
"It's something completely new from us"
Microsoft announced yesterday that it will be hosting an Indie Showcase next week on Friday, March 26th, and the Guacamelee! developer, DrinkBox, will be in attendance with a brand-new game. Amongst over 100 games being shown, DrinkBox has said they will be unveiling a "completely new" title during the show...
Guide All EA Play Games Included With Xbox Game Pass For PC
All 130+ EA games available with Game Pass for PC
It's a big week for PC gaming fans! EA Play officially joined Xbox Game Pass for PC yesterday, bringing over 130 (!) fantastic games to your membership at no extra charge, including many titles exclusive to the PC service. Xbox Game Pass for PC and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can access these...
News Payday 3 To Launch In 2023 Following 'Secured Development' For The Game
"Payday 3 is shaping up to be an incredible game"
Starbreeze has announced that its upcoming Payday 3 will have a "coordinated release on PC and consoles in 2023", following a co-publishing deal between itself and Koch Media. In a statement from acting CEO of Starbreeze, Tobias Sjögren, it was announced that the company had obtained an "exclusive...
News ZeniMax’s Board Of Directors Has Been Dissolved Following Microsoft's Acquisition
As confirmed by Bethesda's Pete Hines
Microsoft officially obtained ZeniMax Media last week, which saw companies such as Bethesda now directly under the company’s control. Following that huge acquisition, some big changes are already beginning to be made, as ZeniMax’s board of directors has now officially been dissolved. The board was made up...
News NieR: Automata Reportedly Runs Better On Xbox Game Pass For PC Over The Steam Version
Good to know!
This month has seen a gargantuan amount of games being added into Xbox Game Pass, one of which being the excellent NieR: Automata on PC. According to a recent report, it’s also been discovered to run better than its Steam counterpart, as it's based on the 'Become as Gods' version rather than the Steam 'Game of the YoRHa' version. As...
News Gamescom Returns This August, With Opening Night Live Show Filled With 'Surprises'
A physical version of the event will also be taking place
Gamescom will be returning again this year on August 24, both physically and digitally, in a new hybrid show format. Most notable is Geoff Keighley hosting the Opening Night Live show, which he promises to be filled with "surprises". Much like previous years, the Opening Night Live show will...
PSA You Can Remove The Ear Pads On The Xbox Wireless Headset
At your own risk, of course
One feature of a lot of gaming headsets is the ability to remove the ear padding for cleaning or even to replace them. It seems the Xbox Wireless Headset is no different. A post on the Xbox Series X subreddit by user 'chocoloctol' shows how the pads on Microsoft's new headset can be easily removed. Here's the full clip:...
News Xbox Series X's Auto HDR Feature Is Making The Jump To PC
It's rolling out now for testers
Microsoft has revealed today that it has started bringing the Xbox Series X and S 'Auto HDR' feature to gamers on PC, with the feature now rolling out in preview for members of the Windows Insider Program. The company says when it's enabled on your HDR capable gaming PC, "you will automatically get awesome HDR...
News EA Play Officially Joins Xbox Game Pass For PC Tomorrow
Featuring over 60 amazing PC games
The time has finally arrived! After originally being expected to arrive last year, EA Play is now finally joining Xbox Game Pass for PC tomorrow, March 18th, bringing over 60 EA games to the service for PC players. Available at 2pm PT, you'll be able to download the EA Desktop app within the Xbox app to get access...
News Age Of Empires Event To Feature 'Reveals' And 'Surprises' Next Month
Update: It's now officially happening!
Update: Jeff Grubb was right! Microsoft has now confirmed that an Age of Empires "Fan Preview" event will take place next month on Saturday, April 10th at 9am PT/ 12pm ET/ 5pm BST, and it will feature "surprises, reveals: new gameplay civilizations and campaigns, and so much more," including for Age of Empires...
Rumour The Persona Series Could Be Making Its Way To Xbox
You can't tease us like that
Updated story: Persona is a series many Xbox fans have been wanting to see on the platform for a very long time. Now, a couple of sources have potentially teased that the franchise could be making its way over in the near future. Both Windows Central's Jez Corden and XboxEra podcast host Shpeshal Ed have provided...
News Here's A Look At Achievements As Part Of The (New) Xbox Mobile App
It reportedly starts rolling out today
When the option to view Achievements was removed following the release of the new Xbox mobile app last year, it was an odd decision - but now they’re coming back and fans are over the moon. It’s been a long time coming, but the ability to view Achievements on the go is starting to roll out today, and...
Feature Early Impressions: We Take The Xbox Wireless Headset For A Road Test
"I'm hearing sounds I haven't heard before"
By no means am I an expert when it comes to sound and audio, but I can at least provide some early (and much more basic) impressions about Microsoft's new Xbox Wireless Headset while we wait on our official Pure Xbox review. At the time of writing, I've done about six hours of testing with this headset,...
Random Sea Of Thieves Fans Are Creating Some Jolly Custom Sails
It's a pirate's life for everyone!
Rare has given players a perfect opportunity to create their own custom sails on social media for Sea of Thieves, and the results have been lovely, funny, and creative (we very much like our own design as well!). The original post merely asked players to "draw your own sails", which has prompted 407 (at the time...
Roundup Here's What Critics Are Saying About The Xbox Wireless Headset
Enough to rival Sony's Pulse headset?
Some of you will no doubt be picking up an Xbox Wireless Headset this week, making you unbelievably excited, and rightfully so. We are, too - as we slowly watch our orders change from 'dispatched' to 'delivered'. We'll have our thoughts coming later this week, but for now, some lucky few have got their hands on...
News Xbox Game Pass Is Teasing A ‘Mysterious’ Game Coming To The Service
What could it be?
As if a tsunami of Bethesda titles wasn’t enough, Xbox Game Pass is teasing yet another new addition to the service. In a recent tweet, Xbox Game Pass posted one of their iconic fake emails which are usually home to hidden teases for upcoming titles. This time, the email confirms another new game is coming to the service,...
News Good News! Mods Still Work For The Elder Scrolls Games On PC Through Xbox Game Pass
What will you be modding?
Today has seen a gargantuan amount of Bethesda titles come to Xbox Game Pass, and as a result, classic games such as Morrowind, Skyrim and Oblivion have arrived on the service. But not only that, it appears mods are still available to use in the three games for PC, even through Xbox Game Pass.
News Finally, We're Getting A Dying Light 2 Update Next Week
"We've got a few words to share with you"
After what seems like an eternity, Dying Light 2 will be getting a development update on March 17. The game was originally announced back in 2018 during Xbox's E3 conference, but since then we've heard very little outside of the odd trailer. It was intended to have a 2020 release, but was pushed out of the...
Rumour There's Reportedly Still One More Xbox Event To Come This Month
And it could offer a "glimpse" at upcoming games
This week has been huge for Xbox fans with the Bethesda acquisition, and according to a new source, another event is on the way over the coming weeks which could continue that momentum. Earlier this month, we reported that Brad Sams from the website Thurrott had discovered plans for a "What's New For...
News Xbox Will Deliver Exclusive Bethesda Games 'Where Game Pass Exists'
"That's our goal, that's why we're doing this"
Xbox and Bethesda are officially a thing, much like the 'will they, won't they' couple you see in every single rom-com. Together the companies are committed to delivering great games, but more specifically, they're looking to bring "great exclusive" titles to platforms that allow Xbox Game Pass. In a...
News The Outer Worlds: Murder On Eridanos Expansion Launches Next Week
Ready for another adventure?
The Outer Worlds' second DLC, Murder on Eridanos, launches on March 17 for Xbox One and PC, Obsidian Entertainment has announced. Get ready to solve a murder mystery, as you travel to the brand-new world of floating islands known as Eridanos. Here you'll get to put your detective hat on and see what's going on after the...
News Phil Spencer Explains Why Xbox Originally Decided To Compete Against PlayStation
"I'm not sure we wanted 'in' as much as we wanted to defend"
There's nothing better than a bit of healthy competition, and the rivalry between Sony and Microsoft over each of their games consoles ensures the systems remain fresh and unique. Over the years we've had new and meaningful additions such as Xbox Game Pass, and the acquisition of multiple...
News Microsoft Is Sending Its New Xbox Wireless Headset To Influencers
Launches March 16th
To promote next week's release of the official Xbox wireless headset, Microsoft is sending it out to influencers. The world's "first gamerscore millionaire" and Twitch streamer, Stallion83, has taken to Twitter to thank Xbox for sending him the new headset a week ahead of its launch. At the very least, it provides a look at it...
News Share The Love With A New 'Bethesda Joins Xbox' Twitter Emoji
#BethesdaJoinsXbox
Yesterday we finally got confirmation that Bethesda had joined Xbox Game Studios, after what seemed like an eternity of waiting. One small detail that went unnoticed to many following the announcement was a specific emoji available on Twitter alongside using the hashtag #BethesdaJoinsXbox. As spotted by Video Games Chronicle, the...
News SEGA's Latest Survey Has Got Xbox Fans Asking For More Ports
It's time to rise up and make your needs known
SEGA is currently running a survey looking at players' gaming habits, but additionally, it's asking what the company can do to enhance people's games. Obviously this has Xbox fans talking and there's one thing on everyone's mind - ports. The survey delves into what games people typically play, which...
News Tell Me Why Chapter 1 Is Now Free To Download And Keep On Xbox And PC
Try the first couple of hours
This narrative driven game may have entered Xbox Game Pass last year, but for those who are yet to subscribe to service and are intrigued, the first episode of Tell Me Why is now free to download for all players on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Tell Me Why follows the story of Alyson and Tyler Ronan, who reunite...
News The Medium Has A New Patch Live On Xbox Series X And PC
With a surprise for PC players
Another patch for The Medium has gone live, which sets out to make the experience even smoother. Fans will be happy to know the latest update seeks to rectify and iron out a few more issues. Patch 1.2 is live now for Xbox Series X|S and PC, featuring an array of fixes and improvements. There's even the option for...
News Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Return In A Side-Scrolling Brawler Later This Year
Cowabunga!
Anyone who is a fan of the classic beat-em-up Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles In Time will be happy with the latest announcement of Shredder's Revenge. The new title in the franchise is heavily inspired by the fan favourite game and is coming to consoles later this year. Rendered in beautiful pixel art form based on their original...
News Forza Horizon 4 Almost Sped Past Valheim On Steam's Top Sellers Chart In Its First 24 Hours
Achievement unlocked
Forza Horizon 4 hasn't even been on Steam for 24 hours, but it's already been a massive success. So good in fact that it trailed just behind the increasingly popular Valheim not long after its release, reaching 2nd place. Since then the game has dropped down the 4th in the charts at the time of writing, which still shows it's...
News Forza Horizon 4 Is Gifting A Stunning Free Porsche For All Players
That's nice!
Playground Games is giving back to the community with a beautiful 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS, as a way to celebrate Forza Horizon 4 arriving onto Steam. It's available now to all players for free up until March 14. To redeem, all players have to do is simply log into their Xbox Profile and check their in-game messages before the cut
News Looks Like EA Play Will Finally Join Xbox Game Pass For PC Soon
New games have been spotted on the MS Store
There's been a little bit of disgruntlement in the Xbox PC community ever since EA Play was surprisingly delayed for Xbox Game Pass for PC indefinitely back in December 2020, but it now looks like it's finally on the way. Twitter user ALumia_Italia has discovered that three new EA Play branded titles have...
Talking Point What Do You Think About Certain Bethesda Games Being Xbox Exclusives?
And which games do you think it'll apply to?
So, unless you've been living under a rock, today's biggest story is that Microsoft has finally acquired Bethesda. It's been a long time coming, but we're glad to finally have official confirmation that the deal is complete. And with such a deal, some questions are starting to get answered - albeit in...
News Forza Horizon 4 Is Now Available On Steam For PC Players
Get behind the wheel
Forza Horizon 4 has made the jump to another service, as Steam users can begin their motorsport career in the latest instalment, which is available now. Keep in mind, anyone who wants Forza Horizon 4 on Steam will have to purchase the game again, and while an Xbox Live account is required, saves won't carry over from another...
Random Pringles Is Running A 'Gaming Bootcamp' With An Xbox Series X Up For Grabs
Oh, and two weeks to play games... fully paid
If Pringles isn't out there making flavours based on fictional Halo animals, then they're trying to find new ways to inspire and encourage gamers. The latest idea is what they are calling a "Gaming Bootcamp", which will see one lucky winner getting a two week paid salary (based on the national average...
News Xbox Has Confirmed 'Some' New Bethesda Titles Will Be Exclusives
Well, there we have it
As Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda has finally gone through, the companies have confirmed that certain future titles will only be available exclusively to Xbox and PC players. In an Xbox Wire post welcoming Bethesda to Xbox Game Studios, Phil Spencer, head of Xbox, stated that Xbox, PC and Game Pass "will be the best...
News Excited For Halo Infinite? The Official Art Book Is Arriving This June
Giving readers some glorious eye candy
Halo Infinite is currently going through an extended development progress, and recent updates have shown that the work is paying off. Just recently we had some gorgeous screenshots to lay our eyes on, and The Art of Halo Infinite book dropping on June 29 looks to further quench our thirst for more information...
Rumour EA Motive Is Working On An 'Established IP' That Will Make Fans 'Happy'
What could it be?
EA Motive, the team behind the recently released Star Wars: Squadrons, reportedly got pulled from their "highly ambitious" game Gaia last month, in what was said to be part of a resource shift. Word on the street is that change-up could be something that makes a lot of people happy when it's finally announced. According to...
