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Talking Point What Release Dates Will We Get At Xbox Developer Direct This Year?
Filling out the 2025 calendar
As we continue to get closer and closer to the arrival of the Xbox Developer Direct showcase this Thursday, we thought we'd use this opportunity to ponder over the various release dates that could be announced at the event. We already know what's going to be there, of course - DOOM: The Dark Ages,
Talking Point What Are Your Plans For This Week's Big Xbox Event?
Will you be watching it live?
With the Xbox Developer Direct for 2025 now just a few days away, this is our chance to do what we always do - ask you what your plans are for it! In other words, will you be watching this live, or just catching up after the event? If you're not a big fan of the lengthy summer showcases, the nice thing about Developer...
Talking Point It's Been Three Years Since Xbox Announced The Activision Blizzard Deal
Covering Xbox has been a whirlwind ever since
Well folks, over the weekend, we officially passed the three-year mark since Xbox first announced its intentions to purchase mega-publisher Activision Blizzard. Yep, January 18th, 2022 was when the news first sent shockwaves throughout the industry - the most expensive gaming acquisition ever. Of...
Talking Point Xbox Series X|S Owners, How's Your Storage Looking In 2025?
Our yearly feature returns!
Every year here at Pure Xbox, we poll the community about how well you've been managing your Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S storage, and so we're doing the same again for 2025 - in a year where games are getting bigger than ever! Looking back over the past couple of years, it comes as no surprise that free space appears...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 18-19)
Diving into Xbox Free Play Days?
Weekend time! There's plenty to check out on Xbox over the weekend, with the highlight being a massive array of Xbox Free Play Days titles from EA Sports, and there are also a small number of new Xbox Game Pass additions as well. Here's what we're playing this weekend: Fraser Gilbert, Editor: I feel like there's...
Talking Point Will Microsoft Fully Reveal Its Next-Gen Xbox This Year?
Or will Xbox stay quiet in 2025
A year ago next month, Microsoft first started talking about its next-gen Xbox - a console that's supposedly going to provide the "largest technical leap" ever seen from generation to generation. The thing is though, we still don't really know what that means, even if Xbox fans have pondered the topic for months now...
Talking Point What Is Xbox Going To Do With Halo In 2025?
Do you think we'll get an announcement?
This is a really interesting time for the Halo franchise. A few months ago, it was announced that a major shakeup was taking place at 343 Industries, with the company rebranding to "Halo Studios" and embarking on a series of new games using Unreal Engine 5. It served as the beginning of a new chapter with Halo...
Talking Point Are You Hoping For Another 'Shadow Drop' At Xbox Developer Direct 2025?
That would be awesome!
As Xbox Developer Direct fast approaches, we're getting quite excited for what we might see in the 2025 edition of the event. We know three of the games that will be showcased, while rumours are pointing towards a "legendary Japanese IP" for Xbox's fourth game of the show. But, what about another shadow drop of some sort?...
Talking Point 10 Years Ago, Microsoft Delivered An Incredible Lineup Of Exclusives For Xbox One
It wasn't all bad back then!
The Xbox One has always got a bit of a bad rap when it comes to exclusives. Sure, the console did tail off towards the end when Microsoft's games pipeline seemed to clog up, but the first few years were amazing - we'll die on that hill. From 2016 onwards the console no-doubt began slowing down, but 10 years ago in 2015,...
Soapbox With Xbox Games Now On PS5, Microsoft Needs To Ditch Forced PC Crossplay
Back to an even playing field
A few years ago, with the help of Microsoft and Xbox, crossplay became the norm for multiplayer games across the industry. Sony famously pushed back on the feature before PlayStation eventually hopped aboard, but nowadays, it's pretty much a standard in most big multiplayer games. To be honest though, I think crossplay...
Talking Point Will Nintendo Switch 2 Appear At The Xbox Developer Direct 2025?
We could be in for a crazy two weeks, folks
OK, look, Nintendo Switch 2 rumours are flying around so much at the moment they're hard to ignore. Yes, we know the system isn't directly related to Microsoft, and yes, we're fully aware that this site is called Pure Xbox - but we actually reckon Team Green could have quite a major role to play in the...
Talking Point Will 1 Vs. 100 Ever Make A Comeback On Xbox?
It was supposed to, but what happened?!
We're getting a huge wave of nostalgia looking at that image! 1 Vs. 100 truly was a memorable part of the Xbox 360 era, serving as a live gameshow where Xbox fans could compete and try to win prizes while answering quiz questions. It was a really cool way to bring the Xbox community together, and Xbox boss...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 11-12)
How about some Road 96 on Xbox Game Pass?
It's time for the weekend! There's not too much going on with Xbox at the moment, but we do have a new Xbox Game Pass addition in the form of Road 96, and don't forget about the ongoing Last Chance sale on the Xbox Store! Here's what we're playing this weekend: Fraser Gilbert, Editor: I'm firmly in
Feature Speculating On Xbox's 'Surprise Brand-New Game' To Be Shown At Dev Direct
A little more speculation please
Well, Microsoft's 2025 Xbox Developer Direct announcement is here, with the company planning to detail four upcoming titles set to grace Xbox Series X|S this year. However, while we know what three of those games will be, Microsoft is being very secretive about its fourth title; the event will see Xbox "visit a...
Talking Point Xbox Fans Divided Over Changes To 'Rewards' System
"They finally got rid of the daily achievement"
Earlier this week, we shared the news that Xbox Game Pass Quests would be getting a major overhaul to kick off 2025 (in some regions), and that overhaul has now taken place - marking significant changes to how the program works. As you can see in the image above, one of the biggest changes is that...
Talking Point It's Now Been 24 Years Since Bill Gates & The Rock Unveiled The Xbox
We could all smell what they were cookin'
Xbox fans around the world... it's officially been 24 years to the day since The Rock joined Bill Gates in unveiling the original Xbox! Yep, this big old chunky plastic box has been in our hearts and minds for almost a quarter of a century at this point, so we thought now's a good time to look back at the...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 4-5)
The first weekend of 2025!
A new year begins, and this marks our first weekend of it! Xbox is remaining quiet at the moment (we're expecting things to kick off again next week), but don't forget to check out Carrion - it got added to Xbox Game Pass on Thursday! Here's what we're playing this weekend: Fraser Gilbert, Editor: I could get used to...
Talking Point Is 2025 The Year We See Everwild On Xbox?
A rare appearance
Here at Pure Xbox HQ, we've begun theorising on what games might show up at a potential Xbox Developer Direct later this month. We know that the showcase hasn't even been formally announced yet - but it's still fun to speculate on what could make an appearance if Xbox continues its recent trend of January showcases
Talking Point What Are Your New Year's Gaming Resolutions?
Anything in mind for the next 12 months?
With a brand-new year ahead of us, this is always the time when people begin to make their resolutions for the 12 months ahead, most of which they inevitably never stick to. Still, it's nice to have some goals in mind for the future! When it comes to gaming, there are all kinds of resolutions that you might...
Talking Point Which Xbox Games Deserved More Love In 2024?
Does anything specific come to mind?
As 2024 officially comes to an end, we wanted to take this last chance to ask you about your favourite titles of the past 365 days - and specifically the games that you've enjoyed, but didn't receive enough love from the wider community. There are loads and loads of potential candidates in here, some of which...
Talking Point Looking Back At A Turbulent But Productive Year For Xbox
It's been a wild 12 months for Team Green
As we come to the end of 2024, we have to look back on what's been a bizarre year to be an Xbox fan. Some of the team's recent acquisitions have really kicked into gear — namely Bethesda with Indiana Jones and Activision with Black Ops 6 — but it's hard to ignore the amount of mixed messaging and
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 28-29)
Trying out any new Christmas presents?
Welcome to the final weekend of 2024! There's not much going on in the world of Xbox right now, but don't forget you can spend some Christmas money on the Xbox Countdown Sale 2024 - it's still live until Thursday, January 2nd! Here's what we're playing this weekend: Fraser Gilbert, Editor: I inevitably...
Talking Point Which Xbox Games Have You Managed To Finish This Year?
Have you dug into your backlog?
As the year draws to a close, now's the perfect time to reflect on how we've tackled the relentless barrage of great Xbox games that have headed our way in 2024, which includes how many of them we've actually been able to finish! Of course, the idea of "finishing" or "completing" a game these days isn't quite as...
Talking Point Next Year Marks A Decade Since Xbox's Genius Backwards Compatibility Program
Launched for Xbox One in 2015
It's 2015, Microsoft has had a rough start to its most recent Xbox console generation, and it's banking on a megaton announcement to get longtime fans back onside. Fast-forward to the team's E3 Showcase in June - and it more than delivers. Xbox 360 backwards compatibility is announced for Xbox One, and the crowd goes...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 21-22)
It's a bit of Baldur's Gate 3 for us
Welcome to the weekend! Things have calmed down a lot on Xbox over the past week, but don't forget we've seen some great Xbox Game Pass titles throughout December, and the Xbox Countdown Sale 2024 remains live as well! Here's what we're playing this weekend: Fraser Gilbert, Editor: I'm so ready for a Christmas...
Talking Point If Developer Direct Returns, Xbox Could Have A Killer 2025 Lineup
So many awesome-looking games to choose from!
If the last few years are anything to go by, we could be around a month out from Microsoft dropping another Developer Direct; its now-annual showcase that dives deep into some of the year's biggest Xbox games. Although next year's event is yet to be announced, we see no reason for Xbox not to do another...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 14-15)
How about some more Indiana Jones?
It's time for the weekend! You've got a bunch of things to play on Xbox over the next couple of days, including a heap of new Xbox Game Pass additions, five Free Play Days titles, and a few of this month's free-to-play releases! Here's what we're playing this weekend: Fraser Gilbert, Editor: I'm officially...
Talking Point Are You Enjoying Indiana Jones And The Great Circle So Far?
Or are you waiting for the Game Pass release?
After a long old wait since MachineGames' last proper release with Wolfenstein 2, the team has just dropped Indiana Jones and the Great Circle into early access this past Friday. Of course, the big Xbox Game Pass launch is still to come, but early access players - we want to know what you think of the...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 7-8)
Did you pick up Indy's early access?
Welcome to the weekend! There's a lot to enjoy on Xbox over the next couple of days, including a bunch of new Xbox Game Pass additions, six Free Play Days offerings, and of course, Indiana Jones is now available in early access! Here's what we'r
Talking Point What Are Your Overall Thoughts On Xbox Game Pass In 2024?
Has it been a good year in your opinion?
Another year is almost over for Xbox Game Pass! Next week appears to mark the final two additions to the service before the end of 2024, as Microsoft isn't planning another major roundup until we get into early January. So, this gives us a chance to look back on some major additions that have proved...
Talking Point A Year Later, What Do You Think Of Forza Motorsport?
Has it evolved in the way you'd hoped?
It's been just over a year now since the Forza Motorsport reboot finally reached the starting line on Xbox and PC, and although it received great reviews at launch, it was also suggested that the game would evolve substantially over time. And yeah... that's definitely been the case. Over the past year-or-so,...
Talking Point What Are You Expecting From Xbox At The Game Awards 2024?
The big event is just over a week away
It's definitely crept up on us, but The Game Awards 2024 is just over a week away now! The final major gaming event of the year promises to deliver plenty of fun surprises and big updates, but will Xbox have anything major to share? The biggest Game Awards moment in Xbox history undoubtedly happened back at...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 30 - December 1)
How about some Aliens: Dark Descent?
The weekend starts here! There's plenty to discover on Xbox over the next few days including some new Xbox Game Pass additions and your final chance to snap up some Black Friday Xbox Store deals! Say goodbye to November... Here's what we're playing this weekend: Fraser Gilbert, Editor: There are two games I'm...
Talking Point When You're Low On Time, What Do You Play On Xbox?
Anything in particular?
Growing up sucks, huh? It feels like the older you get, the more responsibilities are placed upon you, and suddenly it becomes difficult to find time for your favourite hobby. Xbox is that hobby of course, at least for the team here at PX! What the lack of time does do, is change how you think about your backlog. Suddenly,...
Talking Point What Other Xbox Games Do You Want Patched To 60FPS?
Assassin's Creed Syndicate got us wishin'
Last week, a nine year old Xbox One game got patched to 60FPS on Xbox Series X|S in the form of Assassin's Creed Syndicate - and the surprise move from Ubisoft has us thinking and wishing and dreaming about what other Xbox titles could still get the 60FPS treatment. The first game that immediately comes to...
Talking Point What Do You Want To See From Xbox In 2025?
As Microsoft redefines the meaning of Xbox
As we near Xbox's final major release of 2024 with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, we've started to look back on the year in general - and think about what we hope to see from the team in 2025. It's been a bumpy old ride being an Xbox fan at times this year, and we're wondering what you think next year...
Talking Point How Are You Getting On With Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024?
Extreme turbulence, or a smooth journey?
There's no getting away from the fact that Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 suffered a disastrous start last week. Server overloads meant that players couldn't even get into the game for 24 hours, and the problems continued after that. Sure, the loading screens might have subsided, but certain aircraft still...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 23-24)
It's probably Stalker 2, right?
Welcome to the weekend! The next couple of days mark your first weekend to check out the likes of Stalker 2, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and Genshin Impact, while we also have a few Free Play Days titles along with hundreds and hundreds of
Talking Point Looking Back, What Are Your Fondest Memories Of The Xbox One Era?
The console turns 11 today!
Not only is the Xbox 360 celebrating its 19th birthday today, but the Xbox One is celebrating its 11th birthday as well! The launch took place back on November 22nd of 2013, following a controversial few months for the Xbox brand. Yes, we all know how much of a disaster the Xbox One was facing exactly 11 years ago. An...
Talking Point Is The GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition Finally Worth Buying In 2024?
This new update makes a lot of improvements
Rockstar Games surprised everyone last week by revealing a new update for Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition out of the blue - nearly two years since the previous one arrived on Xbox consoles. Although the patch notes were very minimal, the update itself was anything but, adding in a...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 16-17)
Maybe some Infinite Wealth with Free Play Days?
It's time for the weekend! Now might be the perfect time to check out Spyro Reignited Trilogy on Xbox Game Pass, and we've also got a bunch of Free Play Days titles (including the incredible Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth) alongside a who
Feature The Original Xbox Is Now 23 Years Old, But It's Still Relevant In So Many Ways
Has it really been that long?!
This week, we've heard Microsoft talking about this whole idea of every gaming device being an Xbox, which in some ways marks the end of an era that began with the original Xbox in 2001 - the era of the console being the core focus of Microsoft's gaming division. Realistically it's been that way for some time, but...
Talking Point 10 Years On, It's Been A Mighty Turnaround For Halo: Master Chief Collection
Xbox eventually finished the fight
All the way back in 2014, Microsoft had a killer lineup planned for the second year of Xbox One. The team had the likes of Forza Horizon 2 and Sunset Overdrive bringing brand-new experiences to players at the start of the last generation, but it was one title in particular that led the charge for Xbox that year -...
Talking Point Spyro Reignited Trilogy Will Be A True Nostalgia Trip On Xbox Game Pass
Gather round, 3D platformer fans
Well, there we have it. After ranting about the slow trickle of ActiBlizz games coming to Game Pass right at the end of last week, the team goes ahead and announces another one - Spyro Reignited Trilogy is coming to the service tomorrow, November 12th. Following on from the addition of
Talking Point How Much Do You Care About 'Creation' Features In Your Xbox Games?
Do you spend hours on them, or barely any time at all?
When it comes to character customisation in games, there are people who spend absolutely hours trying to create the perfect protagonist (and indeed, side-characters), while others tend to skip through and get to the main game ASAP. Personally, I tend to fall into the latter category, although...
News Xbox Fans Ponder What 'Largest Technical Leap' Means For The Series X Successor
As part of Microsoft's next-gen roadmap
It's been a quiet weekend in the world of Xbox, aside from the fourth anniversary celebrations of the Series X and S - and this specific topic has led to an interesting discussion about what Microsoft is cooking up for the next generation. If you cast your mind back to February, you may remember a quote from...
Talking Point What's Your Favourite Memory Of The Xbox Series X|S Generation So Far?
Both consoles turn FOUR this Sunday!
As we mentioned earlier this week, this Sunday marks the fourth anniversary of the Xbox Series X and Series S, with both consoles having launched on November 10th, 2020. And once again, we're using this opportunity to reminisce! This time around, we're keen to find out your favourite memory (or memories!) of the...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 9-10)
How about some Metal Slug Tactics on Game Pass?
Welcome to the weekend! We've got a few new Xbox Game Pass titles for you to check out over the next couple of days, along with a bunch of Free Play Days additions and a whole heap of discounts that are live on the Xbox Store. Here's what we're playing this week
Talking Point Where Are All The ActiBlizz Titles On Xbox Game Pass?
Isn't it about time?
With Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 now out in the wild, Xbox's biggest Activision Blizzard release since the deal went through has now come and gone. The game ended up being a very good one, so we have no complaints in that regard - but we do still feel a little shortchanged by the Activision Blizzard deal so far. You see, we...
Talking Point Which Of Late 2024's Biggest Xbox Releases Are You Most Excited For?
We're highlighting three in particular
So, here we are! With just two months to go in 2024, we're finally starting to run out of major Xbox releases for this calendar year, although there are a few that we're still really excited for - three Xbox Game Pass launches in particular. We're in a bit of a lull at the moment, but that'll soon change with...
