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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 Halo Fans Want The Xbox Series X Limited Edition Controller To Be Sold Separately
"It only comes bundled with the console"
During Gamescom last week, we got treated to the reveal of a beautiful Halo Infinite limited edition Xbox Series X console. It's stunning and even comes packed with a special 20th anniversary Halo controller. Following the announcement, Halo fans have desperately wanted to see the controller sold separately,...
Video EA Shares A 'Very Early Look' At The Next-Gen Dead Space
It looks promising
It may not have a release window yet, but EA has released an exclusive first look at the Dead Space remake. While it's not exactly a full gameplay reveal, it is an indication of what players can expect. Running in the Frostbite engine, a few glimpses of the game can be seen during the developer live stream. However, the team was...
Video Here's An Hour Of Far Cry 6 Gameplay Running On Xbox Series X
Are you ready to visit Yara?
Ahead of its release this October, Ubisoft has released some stunning Far Cry 6 gameplay, running on Xbox Series X. The footage itself is looking fairly similar to past Far Cry entries and doesn't seem to be reinventing the wheel too much. It appears to be taking a few inspirations from Far Cry New Dawn, most notably...
PSA Red Dead Online Is Leaving Xbox Game Pass Soon
So long, partner
Update: We've now got a date! Red Dead Online will leave Xbox Game Pass on September 13. Original story: Another game bites the dust on Xbox Game Pass, as Red Dead Online has now been confirmed to be leaving the service soon. The game is listed within the leaving soon section on the Xbo
News Gotham Knights & Suicide Squad Are Getting An Update This October
Both bringing new reveals
It's been a long time since we heard about Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. The former was originally intended to launch this year but has since slipped into 2022. After radio silence all year, with no appearance at E3 or Gamescom, both titles will finally be remerging at DC Fandome on
News These Four Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (August 31)
Last chance to shoot some hoops
In case you'd forgotten, today marks the removal of four more games from the Xbox Game Pass library, with arguably the two most notable games in the bunch being the Xbox One edition of NBA 2K21, and horror title Blair Witch. Here are the four games confirmed to leave before the end of the day on Xbox Game Pass:...
Mini Review The Big Con - A Charming Xbox Console Exclusive
90s road trip, anyone?
There's something about the atmosphere of the 90s that just resonates with so many people - even those who weren't even alive during the time period. From the classic dial-up tone when you connected to the internet to taking home your favourite movie from Blockbuster, it's a timeless period that many feel nostalgic towards...
News Yes, The Elder Scrolls 6 Is Reportedly A 'Planned' Xbox Exclusive
Just like Starfield
Last night saw an array of social media drama, as the topic of Starfield being an Xbox exclusive surfaced once again. Following on from that, one industry insider reiterated the game will not be coming to other consoles and neither will The Elder Scrolls 6. According to journalist Jeff Grubb, not only will Starfield be an Xbox...
News The First Two Of September 2021's Xbox Games With Gold Are Now Available
Rise up to face the Chaos hordes
You can now begin downloading the first batch of September 2021's Xbox Games With Gold titles (one day early!), which are the Xbox One game Warhammer: Chaosbane and Xbox 360 game Zone of the Enders HD Collection. Both titles are available right now from the Microsoft Store (links at the bottom of the page) or by...
Deals 250+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (August 31 - September 7)
Including an Activision Publisher Sale
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 an ID Survival Sale, a Devil May Cry Franchise Sale and an Activision Publisher Sale. We've highlighted just a few of the most notable Xbox games...
News Bethesda And Xbox Shut Down Speculation About 'Starfield Coming To PS5' (Again)
Nothing has changed
We've heard on a number of occasions now how Bethesda's space RPG Starfield will be a "PC and Xbox" exclusive, but it hasn't stopped some fans out there from attempting to twist comments made by the Bethesda executive, Pete Hines. Hines recently responded to a fan on Twitter speculating about the possibility of the upcoming game...
Feature These Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (August 31 - September 3)
Get ready to team up for trauma!
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and this week is absolutely packed with new releases including the likes of WRC 10, Surgeon Simulator 2 (included with Game Pass), Big Rumble Boxing: Creed Champions, Rustler (aka 'Grand Theft Horse'), The Big Con, KeyWe, Lake, RICO London, Golf Club: Wasteland...
News Assetto Corsa Competizione Is Getting A Free Xbox Series X|S Upgrade
With 4k visuals and "smooth" 60FPS gameplay
Fans of Assetto Corsa Competizione, the official GT World Challenge videogame, will be glad to hear that it's getting a free next-gen upgrade for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, although it won't arrive until February 24, 2022. The upgrade will allow for 4K visuals at a "smooth" 60FPS, along with a free...
News Replaced Devs Say Phil Spencer's Reaction To The Game Was 'Out Of This World'
"It was mind-blowing"
When Replaced was first shown at the Xbox E3 Showcase this year, the reaction to the game was extremely positive. Its stylish combat, art design and soundtrack pushed the game very high up on many people's radars, Xbox boss Phil Spencer being one of them. His response was something that the team has described as "mind-blowing".
News Xbox 360 Gamerpics Are Getting 'Fixed' For Xbox One, Series X|S
Thanks to one particular Xbox engineer
If you're still rocking a classic Xbox 360 gamerpic you might have noticed it's got increasingly smaller whenever a new generation arrives. There's normally a grey background on it as well. Fortunately, Xbox will soon be updating how these pictures look after Twitter user @noukon earlier this week noted how...
News Moonglow Bay Devs: Joining Up With Xbox Game Pass Has Been 'So Chill'
"I'd be happy working with them again"
Earlier this year, some negative reports regarding PlayStation's handling of indie games surfaced which raised a few eyebrows. It's a sad affair if that's how certain titles are handled, but luckily, the general consensus seems to be that working with Xbox is an entirely different experience. The developers at...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 28-29)
It's all about Psychonauts 2 for us
Welcome to the weekend! It's been an extremely busy week in the world of Xbox, and there's plenty to check out over the next couple of days including Psychonauts 2 and Myst on Xbox Game Pass, three more Free Play Days titles and a massive Gamescom 2021 sale
News Insurgency: Sandstorm Brings Its Tactical Co-Op FPS To Xbox This September
Fight towards victory in intense co-op and PvP battles
The popular PC team-based, tactical FPS shooter Insurgency: Sandstorm has finally been given a release date for consoles, with the Xbox version landing on September 29, available to pre-order now. Insurgency: Sandstorm will allow you to "engage in realistic modern firefights in the definitive...
Reaction Gamescom Has Proved Not Everything Needs A Digital Showcase
Maybe it's time for a change?
There have been so many digital events this year that we've lost count. It feels like only yesterday we were covering E3, but that was June! Flash forward a few weeks and here we are at Gamescom with some new showcases to capture our attention. The main two have been Xbox's Gamescom stream, and of course, Gamescom...
Video Saints Row Drops A More Extensive Trailer Following Fan Backlash
Feeling better about it now?
As promised, a new taste of Saints Row has been delivered from developer Volition and publisher Deep Silver, following an increasing amount of fan backlash after its initial reveal at Gamescom Opening Night Live earlier this week. The original CGI trailer for the game was met with a huge amoun
Roundup Elden Ring Previews Suggest It Will Be Worth The Wait
January can't come soon enough
Elden Ring is one of the most anticipated games in a long time. The levels of hype are astronomical and the fanbase is foaming at the mouth to learn more about the next title by FromSoftware. Luckily, a ton of previews have surfaced today dropping a boatload of new information. From being able to fast travel from...
News Catdog And April O'Neil Join The Ring For Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl
A match made in heaven
Following a similar tradition to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in dramatically revealing new fighters, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl closed out last night's Future Games Show with the unveiling of two new playable characters - Catdog and April O'Neil. After a 90 minute showcase in which the live chat was screaming for the fighter...
News UFL Is A Brand-New Console Football Game With Massive Ambitions
And it's taking on FIFA and eFootball
We were treated to a very short and intriguing look at something called UFL during Gamescom Opening Night Live earlier this week, which is a console football game aiming to take on FIFA and eFootball in the future. UFL has been in development for five years already, and will be a free-to-play game centring...
Interview Moonglow Bay - Wholesome Beginnings And The Freedom Of Xbox Game Pass
"Players are going to be surprised by the game's depth"
Moonglow Bay has been growing a wave of anticipation since its announcement earlier in 2021, and the Xbox Game Pass title finally has a release date of October 7! As a result, we sat down with developer Bunnyhug about the upcoming fishing RPG. Talking about its wholesome roots and the joys of...
News Bethesda Shares Videos Of Three Dazzling Locations In Starfield
Which location calls to you the most?
We may be over a year away from the release of Starfield on Xbox Game Pass, but that hasn't stopped Bethesda from sharing multiple new videos, highlighting three various locations from the upcoming space RPG. The very brief, but stunning looks, give an insight into the concept art behind three distinct locales:...
News Saints Row Team: We Aren't Backing Down, But We Understand The 'Knee Jerk' Reaction
"It’s a shock, we get it"
Update: As promised, a new Saints Row trailer has been shared today with extra gameplay footage. Original story: Ever since the announcement of the Saints Row reboot earlier this week, the opinion from the community has been very divided. Some love it, some hate
News Strangely, Halo Infinite Won't Give You XP For Just Playing Matches
This ain't it, Chief
One of the most addictive loops for multiplayer games is the promise of constant rewards for in-game kills and winning matches - it's what keeps people coming back for more. But what if that dangling carrot was taken away and instead replaced with in-game challenges that needed to be completed to progress? That's exactly what...
News Xbox Adds Halo Infinite Dynamic Background For Series X|S Owners
Get ready for Master Chief's new game
Arguably the biggest announcement of Gamescom this year was 343 Industries and Microsoft locking in a launch date for the highly anticipated Halo Infinite. In case you missed it, it's arriving on Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X and PC on 8th December. In the lead-up to the game's launch, Microsoft has...
News Don't Worry, Scorn Is Still Scheduled To Hit Xbox Game Pass This Year
Fingers crossed!
Scorn has been relatively quiet so far in 2021. Last year it was treated to gameplay footage and other news, but in 2021 it seems to have dropped off the face of the earth. However, a recent Xbox Game Pass for PC montage shown at Gamescom Opening Night Live revealed it's still scheduled to arrive this year. In a blink and you'll...
News 343 Industries Explains The Lack Of Halo Infinite Campaign Footage
"We will absolutely show campaign gameplay..."
The lack of Halo Infinite campaign gameplay this year has been frustrating for many fans. After last year's showing, which left a sour taste in the community's mouths, 343 Industries really needs to win back a lot of players for its campaign. Don't worry, the developer isn't tone-deaf and there's...
News Replaced Devs On Xbox Game Pass: Developers Should Grab This Opportunity And Never Look Back
"We weren't thinking for more than five seconds about it"
Xbox Game Pass is perfect for consumers. As members of the service, we'll gladly take numerous games entering the service day one, additional perks, and embrace the money we've saved over the years. It's also extremely beneficial from a developer's standpoint too - at least according to the...
Poll Are You Happy With September 2021's Xbox Games With Gold?
What do you make of the selection?
Microsoft has officially announced September 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 Warhammer: Chaosbane and Mulaka, along with Xbox 360 (backwards...
News Here Are Your Xbox Games With Gold For September 2021
Another four games are on the way
Microsoft has officially announced all four Xbox Games With Gold titles for September 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 September: Xbox Series X / Xbox...
Interview Replaced - How Disney's Hercules And Batman Inspired This Upcoming Xbox Game Pass Title
"I think the journey has only just started for us"
Replaced made waves when it was first shown back at Xbox's E3 Showcase earlier this year, and has now made another mighty impression with a new trailer at Gamescom Opening Night Live. It's had such an impact, even the head of Xbox Phil Spencer took to social media to rave about the game earlier this...
News Park Beyond Is A Wacky Theme Park Management Game Coming To Xbox Series X And Series S
Will you be taking a ride?
Move over Planet Coaster, there's some competition on the horizon, as Bandai Namco is bringing Park Beyond to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S sometime in 2022. Developed by Limbic Entertainment, the team behind Tropico 6, the hook for this theme park management sim is to go larger-than-life. While Planet Coaster is very...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (August 26-29)
"Enter mankind’s greatest conflict"
It's time for another batch of Free Play Days titles! Three more games are available to play for free this weekend for Xbox Live Gold members, and they're ready to download right now. So, what's on offer? We've got The Elder Scrolls Online, which has been included with Free Play Days since last week, EA's most...
News Saints Row 2022 Will Be A 'Complete Reboot' With A 'Brand-New Tone'
"It was a pretty easy decision to go back to our roots"
The reveal of Saints Row at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2021 yesterday wasn't exactly a surprise, but it was great to finally see it in action - albeit briefly. While we'll most likely hear more news over the coming months before its February 25, 2022 release date, some more details about the...
News Myst Is Available Today With Game Pass, 'Reimagined' For Xbox
It's been rebuilt from the ground up
It's been a busy couple of days in the world of Xbox, including the brand's Gamescom 2021 Showcase and attendance at Gamescom Opening Night Live, but don't forget that we've got another major Game Pass title dropping today! After 28 long years, the classic PC adventure game
News Xbox Exclusive CrossfireX Gets A New Multiplayer Trailer
Prepare for battle
As part of this year's Gamescom, the upcoming team-based FPS CrossfireX got a new trailer. In case you've missed our previous coverage, it's a collaborative venture between Remedy Entertainment and Smilegate Entertainment. The new video shows off the game's multiplayer modes. As impressive as it looks, admittedly it's got a lot...
News Portal And Halo Inspired Shooter Splitgate Launches Season Zero
New map, battle pass, game modes and more...
Following on from the news last week that the free-to-play team-based shooter Splitgate had reached 10 million downloads in less than a month, 1047 Games has now officially launched Season 0. There is a reimagined version of the original map Karman Station, a new battle pass with 100 levels of brand new...
News Jurassic World Evolution 2 Finds A Way On Xbox This November
Pre-orders are now live
Today's Gamescom Opening Night Live event gave us another look at Jurassic World Evolution 2, set to arrive for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on November 9, with pre-orders available now. The game is said to build upon 2018's Jurassic World Evolution with a new narrative campaign featuring iconic characters,...
News Riders Republic's Xbox Open Beta Is Now Available Until August 28
Get riding!
Ubisoft invited certain players into a closed Riders Republic beta over the weekend, but now the invitation has been extended to everyone until August 28. It's playable for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S owners, and can be downloaded via the
News LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Gets A New Gameplay Trailer, Coming Spring 2022
The force will be with you, always
LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga has just dropped its first trailer in an entire year with the confirmation of a Spring 2022 release window. Yes, they're really making us wait for this one, folks! The trailer didn't reveal too much we didn't already know, but the gameplay did confirm intergalactic travel between...
Video Here's The First Next-Gen Gameplay Of Call Of Duty: Vanguard
Feast your eyes
As promised for Gamescom Opening Night Live, a first-look at raw next-gen footage of Call of Duty: Vanguard has been shared. In terms of the gameplay, it's the usual Call of Duty fluff. Explosions, sneaking around and a couple of stunning set-pieces for good measure. It looks absolutely gorgeous, clearly taking advantage of next-gen...
News Halo Infinite Has An Official Release Date, Launches This December
Join the fight
After the Microsoft Store accidentally leaked the release date earlier today, we now have official confirmation that Halo Infinite is arriving for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC on December 8. Of course, the multiplayer will be free-to-play, as previously confirmed, and the campaign will be available to purchase...
News Marvel's Midnight Suns Brings Its Superhero Tactical RPG To Xbox In March 2022
Avengers assemble!
After numerous rumours throughout the year, 2K Games has finally announced Marvel's Midnight Suns, a tactical RPG coming from Firaxis, the team behind the X-Com series. It's heading to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in March 2022. No gameplay was shown, but it's said to be similar to the traditional X-Com gameplay. A...
News The Next Saints Row Is Officially Heading To Xbox In February 2022
The saints are back
After some not so subtle teases, a reboot of the Saints Row franchise has been announced, arriving for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on February 25, 2022. The reboot will be set in a new fictional city riddled with violence and crime. You'll be engaging in classic shooting, driving and other ludicrous open-world...
Video Watch Gamescom Opening Night Live 2021 Here
Reveals, updates and "other surprises"
Update: The show is now over, but we've provided a roundup of all the major reveals here at Pure Xbox! Original story: Welcome! We've only just cooled down from Xbox's Gamescom 2021 Showcase yesterday, and now we're already diving straight ahead into Gamescom Opening Night Live, which promises reveals,...
News Surprise, Little Nightmares 2's Xbox Series X And Series S Upgrade Is Now Available
A free upgrade for all owners
We knew it was coming but didn't know when, but as of today, Little Nightmares 2: Enhanced Edition is now available as a free upgrade for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, accessible to owners of the Xbox One version. The upgrade is aiming to dial up the spooks with an increased resolution on shadows, increased...
