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News XEL is A 'Gorgeous Sci-Fi Zelda-Like' Heading To Xbox Series X And Series S In 2022
Another Zelda clone for the collection
There's been a huge surge of Zelda inspired titles recently. Death's Door, Baldo: The Guardian Owls and now XEL, a vibrant adventure coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in 2022. XEL is being developed by Tiny Roar and promises a huge overworld littered with dungeons, ac
News Sea Of Thieves Embarks On A Borderlands Crossover Promotion
Get a ship set straight from the vaults of Pandora
Rare has had tremendous success with its Sea of Thieves Pirates of the Caribbean Tall Tales expansion - experiencing a record-breaking month with over 4.8 million pirates sailing the seas in June. Following the announcement of the Disney crossover, Rare said
News Phil Spencer: Xbox Cloud Gaming On Console Has Changed How I Discover New Games
To no surprise, the Xbox boss is a huge fan
While the majority of Xbox's Gamescom 2021 Showcase was relatively low key, one standout was the confirmation that Cloud Gaming would be coming to consoles this holiday season. It will allow Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S players to to stream games from the cloud without being forced to download...
News Psychonauts 2 Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
And it includes touch controls with xCloud
The day has come! Double Fine's much-anticipated Psychonauts 2 is now finally available on Xbox Game Pass for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming, so you can start playing right now! If you haven't been keeping up with it, the game is a sequel to 2005's Psychonauts and serves...
News The Microsoft Store Appears To Have Leaked Halo Infinite's Release Date
Coming this December?
The lack of Halo Infinite news at Xbox's Gamescom 2021 Showcase was a bit strange, but it's been suggested we may hear more during Gamescom Opening Night Live. The evidence seems to be stacking in that favour, as one of the Microsoft Store pages has reportedly updated the game's listing with a December 8 release date. The...
News Stray Blade Brings More 'Metroidvania' And 'Souls-Like' Action To Xbox In 2022
Get ready to battle glorious legendary foes
During this year's Xbox's Gamescom showcase, 505 Games and Point Black Games announced the action RPG Stray Blade for Xbox Series X|S. It's coming to these systems in 2022 and is described as having both "Metroidvania" elements and "Souls-like" combat. The player is tasked with fighting for their freedom,...
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Unlock Photo Mode
Snap!
With every game these days, photo mode is one of the features many players have come to expect. Luckily, Psychonauts 2 has a photo mode, and while you may be inclined to try it out straight away, it's not as simple as that. It's a few hours into the game before you can unlock photo mode, and can actually be missed entirely if you're not...
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Solve Hollis’ Hot Streak Pharmacy Mental Connection Puzzle
Another brain teaser
Having solved the Hollis Classroom Mental Connection puzzle earlier on in Psychonauts 2, you may think you're equipped to handle whatever the game has to throw at you in regards to these conundrums. We thought the same until we entered Hollis' mind again for an even tricker round. This time, you're tasked to connect multiple...
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Find The Astronaut Ice Cream For The Scavenger Hunt
Possibly the trickiest Scavenger Hunt item to find
Throughout Psychonauts 2 you'll gain a couple of additional side missions. The first one you get will be the Scavenger Hunt side quest, and while most of the items are pretty easy to find, some are a bit trickier - the Astronaut Ice Cream is one of the most notable. This one is a bit more hidden...
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Get A Brain For Nick
Nick a brain
A fair few hours into Psychonauts 2, after your first major mission, the game will open up with quite a few quest objectives. One is to help a character known as Nick, who is looking for a brain. While the game points you in the right direction, once there it can be a little confusing as to what you need to do, so we've broken it down...
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Solve The Hollis Classroom Mental Connection Puzzle
Learn the ways of mental connection
The first of the new abilities you'll unlock in Psychonauts 2 is Mental Connection, a grappling hook that can be used to hook onto thoughts. You unlock the ability after entering Hollis Foresythe's brain for the first time, and while it initially may be straightforward to use, the finale of the level introduces a...
News State Of Decay 2 Is Adding A Remaster Of The First Game's Map
Return to Trumbull Valley September 1st
Undead Labs has announced the 'Homecoming Update' for its zombie survival game State of Decay 2. On 1st September, the map from the original State of Decay game will be added to the second game's Juggernaut Edition as a fully remastered and open-world playable area. "In this new version of the iconic map,...
News Crusader Kings 3 Is Jumping To Xbox Series X|S With Game Pass
The critically-acclaimed PC strategy title
Update (Tue 24th Aug, 2021 21:45 BST): It's now been made official as part of Xbox's Gamescom 2021 Showcase that Crusader Kings 3 is heading to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, possibly as a next-gen exclusive. This version is said to "take advantage of the many strengths of the system", including...
Video Prepare To Have Your Mind Blown By The First Eight Minutes Of Forza Horizon 5
In all its 4K glory
There's no denying Forza Horizon 5 is an absolute stunner. It looked gorgeous even during the 1080p Xbox Gamescom 2021 stream, and now the 4K footage has dropped, delivering the full jaw-dropping experience in all its glory. Playground Games has released footage of the first eight minutes of the game, and anyone who has played...
News Humble Games Is Bringing These Nine Indies To Xbox Game Pass At Launch
A ton of exciting titles
If you thought Xbox Game Pass couldn't get bigger, Humble Games has announced these nine indie titles will be launching onto the service. Not only that, but they will be available on day one! Archvale: Embark on a journey to find the ruins of a long-believed mythic arch in this colorful hybrid between classic RPGs and...
Video Here's A New Look At The Gunk, Coming To Xbox Game Pass This December
It's alive!
It's felt like an eternity since we last saw The Gunk in action, but fear not, a new short but sweet gameplay trailer aired during Xbox's Gamescom 2021 stream. Not only does it prove it's very much real, but it's also coming this December to Xbox Game Pass. While the trailer omitted a release date, an
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Is Getting A Major Online Racing Expansion
Competitive multiplayer is on the way this year
Asobo Studio has announced that Microsoft Flight Simulator is adding competitive multiplayer with a new expansion later in 2021 in the form of Reno Air Races, "allowing you to race against your friends and pilots around the world". Available this fall, the "major" first expansion for Flight Sim will...
News Into The Pit Brings Fast-Paced Roguelite Action To Xbox Game Pass This October
Time to die again
If you're hardcore and you've already beaten Hades multiple times, then get ready for another tough challenge, as Into the Pit is bringing more roguelite action to Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC via Xbox Game Pass on October 19. Utilising a first-person perspective, developer Nullpointer Games is allowing you to use...
Video Dying Light 2 Gameplay Trailer Delves Into Parkour, Zombies And Choices
A little bit of everything
Kicking off Xbox's Gamescom 2021 stream, Dying Light 2 came barging in with a brand-new gameplay trailer, filled with action and consequences. The trailer, which is being dubbed 'Decide the Fate of the City', gave us a look at a little bit of everything. The gorgeous 4K footage showcases improvements in the series'...
Video Watch Today's Xbox Gamescom 2021 Showcase Here
Updates on the biggest games coming soon to Xbox
Update: The event is now over, but we've rounded up all the major reveals here at Pure Xbox! Original story: Welcome! It's time for the Xbox Gamescom 2021 showcase, which will "share the latest updates and gameplay for some of the biggest games coming soon to Xbox." It's already been confirmed that...
News I Am Fish Is Swimming Onto Xbox Game Pass At Launch This September
A charming, physics-based adventure
Curve Digital has announced today that the "charming, physics-based adventure" known as I Am Fish will be launching for Xbox on September 16, and better yet, it'll also be included with Xbox Game Pass for console and PC. The game will see you "swim, roll, glide, chomp, flip flop, inflate, fly and bite your way...
News Psychonauts 2 Loads Ridiculously Fast On Xbox Series X & Series S
Twice as fast as the PlayStation 5
It's no secret that Psychonauts 2 has been tailored for the Xbox Series X and Series S. Since Microsoft's acquisition of Double Fine, resources were used to create a next-gen specific version for Xbox, and the results have paid off. A new analysis from YouTuber ElAnalistaDeBit has looked into the loading times for...
News Embr Is Heating Up Some Multiplayer Mayhem On Xbox This September
Fight fire with fire
Embr, a multiplayer-focused game in which players take the roles of firefighters, is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S on September 23. The game has been in early access on PC for a while now but is finally making its way to consoles. Be warned though, don't go in expecting a serious depiction of life as a...
News Here Are The Release Times For Psychonauts 2 On Xbox Game Pass
No need to be psychic for these times
After those incredible reviews of Psychonauts 2 yesterday, you'll no doubt be eager to jump in as soon as the game goes live on Xbox Game Pass. Fortunately, won't have to wait too long, as it's expected to arrive relatively early. As revealed by the
Deals 450+ Xbox Games On Offer This Week, Including A Huge Gamescom Sale
But only Europe gets the Gamescom sale
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This selection is absolutely huge if you're in Europe this week thanks to a special Gamescom sale, while everyone also gets Deals with Gold, Spotlight and ID Super Saver offers as well. We've highlighted just a few of the most notable Xbox games offers in this...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About Psychonauts 2 On Xbox Game Pass
Game details, release times, pre-load info & more
Psychonauts 2 is launching this week, and if you haven't checked out our review already, you should know that it's an absolute masterpiece! Of course, with stellar reviews across the board, no doubt many Xbox owners who haven't checked out the series before will be wondering what this is all
News Assassin's Creed Odyssey Is Officially Getting A 60FPS Boost For Xbox Series X, Series S
"Missing Ancient Greece?"
Ubisoft has issued the very exciting news for Assassin's Creed fans today that 2018's Assassin's Creed Odyssey is getting a free boost from 30fps to 60fps for Xbox Series X|S as soon as tomorrow, August 24. It's worth noting that this has nothing to do with Microsoft's FPS Boost feature, and is instead an official patch,...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Aliens: Fireteam Elite
A facehugger or a chestburster?
Having only being announced a few months back, Aliens: Fireteam Elite is here to offer some manic co-operative action. Ahead of its launch on August 24, reviews for the game have dropped today. Here at Pure Xbox, we gave the game a 7/10, praising how it replicates the the feel of the films and solid co-op gameplay...
Review Aliens: Fireteam Elite - A Survival Shooter That's All About The Action
A mostly great squad-based Xeno shooter. Mostly.
Diving into Cold Iron Studios' Aliens: Fireteam Elite for the very first time - especially if your last videogame experience of this universe was Alien: Isolation - it's probably best to adjust your expectations ever so slightly. This isn't some slow-burn horror effort, tension-filled corridor crawler...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Psychonauts 2
Worth losing your mind over?
After what feels like an eternity, Double Fine's Psychonauts 2 is finally releasing for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S with Xbox Game Pass on Wednesday, August 25. It's been a long wait! Fortunately, it's also been worth the wait, as it's been getting superb reviews across the board, including here at Pure...
Review Psychonauts 2 - Bigger, Better And Crazier, Another GOTY Contender
Absolutely mental
Replaying the first Psychonauts this year felt as though we'd slipped back into our younger selves, sat in front of the TV on a Saturday morning watching cartoons. It has such a wonderful atmosphere, with characters we love, a world that's a delight to explore, and a beautiful insight into mental health that's portrayed with ease...
Feature These Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (August 24-27)
Prepare for the ultimate hunt
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and this week is dominated by two major releases in the form of Double Fine's Psychonauts 2 (also on Game Pass!) along with the survival shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite. Also, the classic 1993 PC title Myst is coming to Xbox for the first time, and again, it's...
Talking Point What September 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 August has seen Darksiders 3, Yooka-Laylee, Lost Planet 3 and Garou: Mark of the Wolves all given away for free for Xbox Live Gold subscribers, and another four games will soon be on the way. If you haven't...
Guide Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In August 2021
The latest Game Pass reveals and updates
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games coming soon in August 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 August, as...
News Xbox Canada Has Created This Amazing Lumberjack Controller
"Made for life in Canada"
We've seen some pretty inventive custom Xbox controller designs over the years, and this one is definitely worth adding to the list! It's been created by the official Xbox Canada team, and is being given away in a competition. To be in with a chance of winning it, you just need to RT the following tweet and follow the team...
News WWE 2K22 Gets A New Trailer And Late Release Date Of March 2022
Featuring a redesigned engine and "stunning" visuals
We've been treated to another look at WWE 2K22 as part of SummerSlam this weekend, along with the news that the game will officially be releasing later than usual for a WWE title, set to arrive for Xbox in March of 2022. Typically, WWE games have released around the end of the year, but 2K22...
News The Outer Worlds 2 Seems To Already Be In A Playable State
Development might not be as fresh as we thought
One of the highlights of the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase in June was the reveal of The Outer Worlds 2. According to Obsidian's hilarious trailer, at that point in time, the development team hadn't finished the game's design, story or "finished any gameplay" that was actually ready to show... the...
Video Death's Door Prototype Footage Shows Just How Far The Final Release Came
Discover the game's origins
Death's Door has captured the hearts of players around the world everywhere - we even gave the game a prestigious 10/10 score here at Pure Xbox! It's always interesting to see how experiences such as this began, and the above footage of Death's Door's prototype gameplay is a fascinating watch. Shared by the team at Acid...
News Hades Soars Over Flight Sim As Metacritic's Highest-Rated Xbox Game Of 2021
It's also the highest-rated Series X|S game of all time
This year is proving to be an incredible year for Xbox owners. Just last month Microsoft Flight Simulator launched on Xbox Series X|S and instantly became the highest-rated game of the year for Xbox on Metacritic. However, that time in the top spot didn't last long, as Hades has quickly...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 21-22)
We're hooked on Splitgate!
Welcome to the weekend! We've got lots to check out on Xbox Game Pass over the next two days, including the likes of Twelve Minutes. Recompile and the Quake remaster. Three more
Video YouTuber MVG Reveals His Role In Developing The Quake Remaster
"It's just a dream come true"
After a number of rumours, id Software and Bethesda this week announced (and released) a Quake remaster on all platforms including the Xbox Series X and S. As you might have already heard - Nightdive Studios assisted in bringing the game to these modern systems. Nightdive game developer and YouTuber, MVG, has also...
News Big Rumble Boxing Is Giving Us 'Ready 2 Rumble' Vibes, Out This September
Featuring characters from the Creed and Rocky movies
We all know that Xbox has been starved of boxing games over the past decade (although we're keeping a close eye on eSports Boxing Club), but we're finally getting one on September 3 in the form of Big Rumble Boxing. The video above gives us a look at gameplay, and to us it seems fairly...
News Halo Infinite Won't Include Co-Op Or Forge At Launch This Fall
"They're just not ready"
343 Industries has provided an update on the development for Halo Infinite today, admitting that both co-op support for the campaign and the Forge level editor will not be included with the game at launch this fall as they're "just not ready". The news was revealed by Joseph Staten, Halo Infinite creative head, who advised...
News Don't Forget, The Diablo 2: Resurrected Open Beta Begins Today
Running until Sunday
There's just so much happening in the gaming world right now, isn't there? There used to be a time when new releases were fairly quiet in the summer, but now we've got massive indie hits on the way, multiple game betas and events such as Gamescom on the horizon. In all that noise it can be easy to miss out on one or two details,...
News Finally, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Is Appearing At Gamescom Next Week
It's true, all of it
An entire year since we last saw LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga (at Gamescom 2020, in fact), it's finally been confirmed to be a part of this year's Gamescom Opening Night Live with a new look at the game. LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga was originally meant to release this spring,
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Madden NFL 22
Is it in for a touchdown, or has EA fumbled it?
Today marks the release of the standard version of Madden NFL 22 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and the reviews have also only just begun to trickle out, so this is our first chance to see what the critics think. Is it worth a purchase, or you should you wait until it hits EA Play next...
News Here We Go, A Saints Row Reboot Is Being Teased For Gamescom
Everybody stay calm!
Just when you thought 2021 couldn't possibly deliver any more breathtaking announcements, the long rumoured Saints Row reboot looks to finally be surfacing at Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25. The tease comes from the show's presenter Geoff Keighley, who has shared an image of a graffiti sprayed wall, with the words...
News Phil Spencer Talks About Quake’s Legacy Within The Games Industry
"You can remember before Quake and after Quake"
The Quake remaster's surprise announcement and drop into Xbox Game Pass yesterday was a very welcome one. It's a game with a huge cultural impact and one that Xbox boss Phil Spencer recognises. As part of Quakecon 2021, Spencer delivered a small message about the game and how "it set a bar" when it...
News Xbox's Latest Console Update Fixes An Issue With Broken Game Trials
It's a 1.1GB download
You might have noticed that Xbox has a new update available to download today, but Microsoft has yet to provide any specific patch notes for it. However, we do at least know that it targets an issue with broken game trials. This stems from an issue players were having with the 10-hour EA Play trial of Madden NFL 22, where even...
News Unsurprisingly, Halo Infinite Looks Set To Include A Photo Mode
Get snapping, Spartan!
Photo modes have blown up in recent years. As games continuously look prettier than ever before, it's no surprise more and more developers are adding the feature into their games. Now, with Halo Infinite on the horizon, it looks as though it's also set to feature a photo mode, at least according to a recent data mine. The...
