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News Retailer Listing Claims Oddworld: Soulstorm Is Coming To Xbox This July
Following it being rated earlier this year
Update: Following the game being rated for Xbox earlier this month, a Greek retailer known as The Console Club has listed the game with a July 6 release date. If true, we'll more than likely hear something very soon. The recently released PlayStation and PC title Oddworld: Soulstorm may be making its way...
News Sea Of Thieves: A Pirate's Life Exists Because Rare Pitched It To Disney
"It just all made too much sense"
With the release of Sea of Thieves: A Pirate's Life (for free) yesterday, it's easy to look back and wonder how it hadn't happened sooner. Adding Pirates of the Caribbean into Sea of Thieves seemed like a perfect match from the get go, but it actually took Rare pitching it to Disney to make it happen. According to...
Guide All Optimised For Xbox Series X Games Out Now
Enhanced games for the Series X (and Series S)
If you've recently picked up an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S, you will likely be keen to play games which are optimised to take advantage of the full power Microsoft's next-gen consoles have to offer. It's not just the brand-new games, either - many Xbox One titles have already had this optimisation...
Gallery Here's A Closer Look At The Brand-New Space Jam Xbox Controllers
Come on and slam, and welcome to the jam
In case you missed it earlier today, Microsoft officially unveiled the Space Jam: A New Legacy game, which will launch as a free-to-play title this July, along with three special Xbox controllers which will be available beginning July 8. Sadly, not all of thes
News Cyberpunk 2077's Special Refund Policy Expires On Xbox This July
Due to the "hard work" of CD Projekt Red
It's now been over six months since Microsoft committed to issue full refunds to those who purchased Cyberpunk 2077 digitally, acknowledging "some players have been unhappy with the current experience on older consoles." However, that's all about to change as of July 6, with the official Xbox Support team...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About Scarlet Nexus
Anime, Devil May Cry and Persona all wrapped into one
Scarlet Nexus is heading to Xbox this Friday to deliver some anime thrills with its fast-paced combat and over-the-top narrative. The embargo has now dropped on reviews, giving us all an indication of what to expect on June 25. Here's what critics are saying about the game as of now: Game...
News Another Eight Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (June 30)
Slay those monsters while you can
Microsoft has unveiled the next set of eight games that will be removed from Xbox Game Pass in the late part of June 2021, including a couple of particularly notable titles in Monster Hunter: World and Soulcalibur VI. Here's the full list of games currently set to leave on or around June 30:...
News These Ten Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (June 23 - July 1)
The latest batch of titles
Update: Make that ten games! Although it was missing from yesterday's official roundup, Team 17's satirical dungeon crawler Going Under is also coming to Xbox Game Pass on June 29, which we've now included in the table below. Original story: The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today...
News Xbox Is Getting Three New Space Jam Controllers This July
And yes, you can actually buy them!
We've been crying out for some purchasable Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S custom controllers for a while now, and Microsoft is giving us some in the form of three designs based on the upcoming Space Jam: A New Legacy movie. You can see the three controllers above, which include a Tune Squad variant, a Goon Squad...
Hands On Chivalry 2 Is A Multiplayer Game You Do Not Want To Sleep On
A humorous war simulator
Within the first few minutes of Chivalry 2, you're thrown into a boot camp and taught the basics. Whilst this is happening, you're being shouted at by your trainer as he pushes you forward through each tutorial. It's a jarring start and one that surprised us. Not because it was anything jaw-dropping, but purely through the...
News Aliens: Fireteam Elite Hatches Onto Xbox This August
Game over, man!
Update: It's now been officially confirmed that Cold Iron Studios' co-operative shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite will be facehugging Xbox consoles on August 24, with a brand-new, action-packed trailer showcasing it in action. You can pre-order the game to receive the Hardened Marine Pack, which includes the bandana head accessory,...
News 343 Industries Is 'Investigating' Raising The Player Count In Halo: The Master Chief Collection
Potentially up to 60 players
It's crazy how much support Halo: The Master Chief Collection has received over the years. From its rocky launch to where it is today, it's been a steep climb for redemption, but one it's ultimately risen to the challenge of. But even all this time later, the game is still receiving support, and one of the things...
News Surprise, Worms Rumble Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Worms like you’ve never played it before
Update (Wed 23rd Jun, 2021 11:00 BST): Surprise! It hadn't been announced at all ahead of time, but Team17 has confirmed today that not only has Worms Rumble dropped a day early, but it's available with Xbox Game Pass. It's included with Game Pass for console, PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming, and Xbox players can...
News Blizzard's Cross-Play Update Has Arrived In Overwatch
Heroes unite!
Blizzard has officially launched its Overwatch cross-play beta for all platforms. It means Xbox heroes can now team up with players on Nintendo, PlayStation and PC platforms. In order to do this, you'll need to create and link a free Battle.Net account. To celebrate this special occasion, all players will receive a Golden Loot Box...
News Outriders' Latest Patch Increases The Legendary Drop Rates By 100%
Along with bug fixes and more
Outriders kind of felt like it came and went fairly quickly, but the team at People Can Fly is working hard to keep the game going. It was plagued with bugs and balancing issues at launch, and this latest patch hopes to rectify more issues - including an increase in legendary drop rates by 100%. Along with that,...
News Sonic The Hedgehog 2022 Is Aiming To 'Lay The Foundation' For Future Titles
"That is the idea behind the challenge for the team"
A brand new Sonic the Hedgehog title is scheduled to drop next year, and while we've received some possible leaked details, we're still unsure what the game will look like. However, the Sonic Team leader and series game producer Takashi Iizuka believes it will be a title that lays the f
News Oh My, Lost Judgment Will Feature A Playable SEGA Master System
Including Alex Kidd!
If you're well versed in the world of Yakuza and its spin-offs, playing classic games will come as no shock. Each game has come packed with arcades full of playable machines, and they're always a joy to dive into. But it looks like Lost Judgment is taking it one step further. Along with the arcades to check out, players will...
News Zombie Army 4 Is Getting A Slice of Left 4 Dead Action Today
Along with Season Pass content
While we wait for a Left 4 Dead 3 that isn't going to happen (but we do have Back 4 Blood), Zombie Army 4: Dead War is getting a lovely bit of free content today that brings over some classic characters from the Left 4 Dead series. Four of the classic characters can now be played as part of a free character pack in...
News Minecraft Just Dropped The Best Looking 3D Sonic Game In Years
Gotta go fast!
It was teased earlier this month that Sonic was getting the Minecraft treatment, and now it's randomly dropped today. Spoiler alert: It looks so good! The Sonic the Hedgehog pack is available in the Minecraft store for 1340 credits. More than just a simple reskin, the DLC includes challenges, new zones, and the ability to utilise...
News Starfield's E3 Trailer Was Created Entirely In-Game, According To Dev
Without any cinematic tools
There's no denying that the latest trailer for Starfield was gorgeous. While we didn't perhaps see as much as we wanted, the environments on display gave us a true sense of what to expect from its sci-fi world. With such a pretty trailer, many believed it was rendered using CGI, but one of the game's designers has assured...
PSA Marvel's Avengers' Latest Patch Is Showing Players' IP Addresses
Probably best holding off streaming
A new patch for Marvel's Avengers has dropped with an array of new content, but one thing players weren't betting on was their IP address showing on the screen during the game, which is causing some headaches. At present, reports are increasing, with Forbes writer Paul Tassi experiencing the issue first hand. If...
News Alex Kidd Returns To Miracle World On Xbox, Watch The Launch Trailer
With new HD graphics, gameplay improvements and animations
You might have missed the announcement back in April that the legendary Alex Kidd would be making a comeback in the form of Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX, which is available to purchase on Xbox as of today. The game is a remake of the 1986 SEGA Master System title of the same name, but...
News Microsoft Announces Three 'Designed For Xbox' Gaming Monitors
From Philips, ASUS and Acer
Microsoft has today unveiled the first ever 'Designed for Xbox' gaming monitors from Philips, ASUS, and Acer, all of which are set to release later this year, with more Xbox licensed monitors to arrive in the future. These are targeted at the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and the branding means "you can be confident...
News Report Claims EA's IP Revival Will Be A Dead Space 'Reimagining'
Dead Space battle royale? We hope not
There have been a few rumours and reports going around that EA will be reviving an IP, potentially being shown at the company's EA Play Live presentation next month. The project is said to be helmed by EA Motive - the team behind Star Wars: Squadrons - and now a new report has surfaced claiming it's a Dead Space...
News Sea Of Thieves: A Pirate's Life Is Now Live On Xbox, Free To All Players
The new Pirates of the Caribbean adventure
Following its official announcement at the Xbox and Bethesda E3 2021 Games Showcase a couple of weeks ago, the latest free update for Sea of Thieves has arrived today, highlighted by 'A Pirate's Life'. This is a brand-new adventure in which you'll join forces with Pirates of the Caribbean's Captain Jack...
News State Of Decay 2's Latest Free Update Brings A Plague To The Game
Along with a ton of other changes
Even after all these years, State of Decay 2 is still going strong. It's crazy to think the game released back in 2018 and is still getting consistently updated with tons of new content and achievements. Yet here we are, with Update 25 now available, bringing new elements known as Plague Territories, outposts to...
News Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Some fantasy action for Game Pass subscribers
Another day, another Xbox Game Pass drop! This time it's in the form of Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance, which is available at launch as part of the service. It's live on consoles, PC, and via the cloud. If you missed it yesterday, we shared our review of the game and had a pretty good time with...
Deals 150+ Games Added To This Week's Xbox Sales (June 22-29)
Along with the ongoing Ubisoft Forward sale
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection is a pretty big one, not only including Deals with Gold and Spotlight offers as usual, but also incorporating a Simulator Sale for fans of the genre. And don't forget, the huge Ubisoft Forward sale is also still ongoing until Monday,...
News Rare Addresses Potential Sea Of Thieves Crossover 'Concerns'
Future collabs would have to "make sense"
One of the surprises of the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase last week was Rare's reveal of Sea of Thieves: A Pirate's Life. It's a new five-part Tall Tales story expansion releasing today, and the first collaboration for the sailing sandbox - calling on Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean series and Captain...
News Philips Unveils The 'World's First Designed For Xbox Monitor'
"The ultimate console gaming experience for Xbox Series X|S"
Update: We have a price! As per the official Xbox website, the Philips Momentum 559M1RYV will be available for an eye-watering $1599.99 USD, launching this summer. Philips will also have other Xbox licensed monitors in the future. The Philips Momentum supports 4K resolution at 120Hz...
News Lawn Mowing Simulator Is Already A Surprising Hit With Xbox Fans
It's not even out yet!
The Xbox Summer Game Fest Demo Event returned over the past few days, featuring demos for the likes of Tunic, Sable and The Riftbreaker. But another game that drew huge plaudits was... Lawn Mowing Simulator. Yep, we told you this game was more important than Halo Infinite!
Video Rare Deep Dives Into Sea Of Thieves: A Pirate's Life Ahead Of Launch
Bring me that horizon
Tomorrow sees the launch of Sea of Thieves: A Pirate's Life - a huge expansion to the base game which introduces a Pirates of the Caribbean crossover with the game. We've had a few trailers up until now, but there's still been a shroud of mystery over what players can expect - until now. Rare has released an almost 40 minute...
News George R. R. Martin's Involvement In Elden Ring Was 'Done Years Ago'
"I worked up a fairly detailed background for them"
When Elden Ring was first announced, the collaboration with George R. R. Martin was one of the biggest talking points. After the success of Game of Thrones, and the fantastic Souls entries by FromSoftware, it's always appeared to be a match made in heaven. Many believed Martin's role had been...
News Necromunda: Hired Gun’s First Post-Launch Patch Is Out, Physical Versions Seemingly Delayed
No word on the stuttering FPS issue as of yet
It's no lie - Necromunda: Hired Gun has endured a rough launch. We've been playing the game and it's been plagued with a ton of issues making it borderline unplayable. However, Focus Home Interactive has released a new post-launch patch to hopefully address some of those issues. Another interesting note...
News Portal Designer Kim Swift Joins Xbox Game Studios Publishing
To help accelerate innovation and build games for the cloud
With everything going on last week, you may have missed the news that Xbox Game Studios Publishing announced a momentous social media comeback that would put the Spice Girls to shame. For those that don't know, the department works with independent studio partners to create first party...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance
Dark Alliance brings to life the world of Dungeons & Dragons
Another huge Xbox Game Pass title is arriving tomorrow in the form of Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance, which is joining the service at launch, and the very first reviews have just gone live, including ours here at Pure Xbox! Be sure to check out our thoughts as well as the opinions...
Mini Review Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance - It's Dangerous To Go Alone, So Bring Some Friends
Transforming the classic fantasy series into an action-brawler
Updated Review (pre-patch): Dark Alliance’s multiplayer did not match our solo playthrough and considering it's one of the key features of this game, we’re docking a point from the final score. When playing online there were delays between button inputs and the action that occurs on...
News Don't Worry, Bethesda Still Has Plans For Another Wolfenstein Game
"No worries there"
It was perhaps a bit of a surprise that we didn't see any sign of Wolfenstein 3 at Xbox and Bethesda's E3 2021 Games Showcase this year, but Bethesda's Pete Hines has confirmed a new Wolfenstein game is definitely still on the way. Speaking to GameSpot last week, Hines simply stated fans will "have to wait until we get to the...
News Among Us Dev Talks About The Pressure Of Bringing The Game To Xbox & PlayStation
We were like, ‘Three months! We’re gonna try that'"
With a game as huge as Among Us right now, it can be easy to forget that it's just a handful of people at developer Innersloth keeping the game running. With millions of players jumping into the game daily, a constantly growing audience, and the upcoming release of the game on Xbox, there's a...
News Xbox Exec Thanks Fans For E3, Promises To Share 'So Much More' This Year
"We still have so much to share over the coming months"
With the gargantuan Xbox & Bethesda E3 Showcase now behind us, you'd be forgiven for thinking the team might put their feet up for the remainder of the year. Well, it appears that would be a wrong judgement, as one Xbox executive has not only thanked fans for their support during E3, but...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance On Xbox Game Pass
Release times, Xbox Series X version, game details & more
Get ready, it's almost time for another Xbox Game Pass day one launch! This time we're looking at Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance, which drops on the service as soon as tomorrow, June 22. Exciting stuff! Ahead of its release, we thought we'd put together a quick guide so you know what...
News Psychonauts 2 Dev Reports 'No Crunch' During The Development Of The Game
"The team has been amazing"
With a game that's hoping to appease fans as much as Psychonauts 2, there's undoubtedly some weighty expectations behind it. With that sort of anticipation, it can put pressure on the developers to ensure their game is perfect, and as a result, work incredibly long hours. Luckily in the case of Double Fine that doesn't...
Feature These Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (June 22-25)
Dive into a complex story of bonds, courage and heroism
It's that time once again! This week is looking somewhat busy for new releases on Xbox, with a few particularly notable highlights including Scarlet Nexus and Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX, along with two confirmed Xbox Game Pass additions in
News EA To Reportedly Announce The Revival Of An Established IP This July
Please be Dead Space, Please be Dead Space
EA has enjoyed a good year so far, riding off the success of Mass Effect Legendary Edition. Despite releasing a month ago, many are still deep into the game, and it seems the wave of nostalgia may not be stopping there, as it's rumoured the company will be reviving another IP next month - which many are...
Feature Our Most Anticipated Games From E3 2021
The best of the best
Well, that's a wrap on E3, and despite some bumps in the road, it came through with some substantial announcements - many of which we are insanely pumped for here at Pure Xbox. That 90 minute power punch that Xbox threw at us last week has grown our future backlogs considerably, with the majority of them being in Xbox Game Pass...
News EA Increases Battlefield 4 Server Capacity Following Reveal Of 2042
The hype is real
One of the highlights of this month so far has been the reveal and first look at Battlefield 2042. It's a future take on the largescale and long-running warfare series arriving this October. If it got you in the mood for some Battlefield, you're not alone. In a post on EA's official
News The Blaster Master Zero Trilogy Is Coming To Xbox This July
Get ready to master your blaster
If you love retro-style action-adventure platformers, you might want to check out Inti Creates' Blaster Master Zero series. The good news is the reboot trilogy of the original NES game is on its way to Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S this July. Pre-orders on Xbox will open two weeks before the releases, and there'll be...
Hands On PES 2021 Is An Enjoyable Compliment To Euro 2020 On Xbox Game Pass
Complete with all the official branding
Enjoying the Euros? This year's UEFA European Football Championships (well, technically last year's) have been underway for just over a week now, and if you're anything like us, you've been hooked to your TV multiple times per-day to catch all the action. But when the action stops, Xbox Game Pass comes to the...
Gallery Here's A Look At Some Of The Armour, Maps, Weapons & Vehicles In Halo Infinite
We're so ready for this
We've been absolutely spoiled with Halo Infinite content this week, and 343 Industries' recent blog post has given us a gargantuan amount of images to feast our eyes over. From weapons to new maps found within the game's multiplayer, it's sure to get your mouth watering at the prospect of a brand new Halo entry being on the...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 19th)
It's finally time to try some Tunic!
Welcome to another weekend! Well, E3 2021 is well officially over, and it was a great show from an Xbox perspective, but now there's plenty to enjoy on your console across the next few days including lots of Xbox Game Pass additions, another batch of Free Play Days titles, and the ongoing Xb
