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News Report Drops Some Eye-Opening Stats About Xbox Game Pass
Including the average Metacritic score of all games
A recent Reddit report delved into some of the statistics of Xbox Game Pass, looking at how well received the games on the service are and how much members would save over time. According to user Chukkroot, there are currently "382 unique Game Pass games", with 43 that are only able to be played...
News MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries Arrives On Xbox Series X Next Year
The first MechWarrior on console in Xbox history
Piranha Games has announced that the popular PC game MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries will be jumping onto Xbox consoles for the very first time next year - including the Xbox Series X|S. In a statement on the developer's site, the team announced that the Heroes of the Inner Sphere DLC for the game will be...
News GameStop Will Have More Xbox Series X Stock This Friday
You'll need to be up early though
Yep, it's that time again! We're back on the hunt for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S stock, and this time we've got a report to share from US retailer GameStop, which will have in-store stock this Friday. According to press release details shared by GameSpot, all stores will have at least two Xbox Series X...
News Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course Has Been Delayed Until Next Year
"Our goal is to make the trip back there next year a truly magical one"
The eagerly anticipated expansion for Cuphead has been delayed until 2021 following the on-going coronavirus pandemic. In a statement to fans on its Twitter page, Studio MDHR confirmed that it has "made the difficult decision to push back the release of The Delicious Last...
News Watch Dogs: Legion Online Mode Delayed As Tech Issues Take Priority
"The dev team is committed to fixing these issues"
Ubisoft has revealed that it has delayed the planned online mode for Watch Dogs: Legion to early 2021, as it continues to work on fixing technical issues that are "preventing players from enjoying the game." The Xbox version of Watch Dogs: Legion has suffered numerous issues since launch, including...
News Xbox Live Bug Allowed Hackers To Reveal Anyone's Email Address
Don't worry, it's been patched
It's been revealed that a flaw in Xbox Live has been allowing hackers to retrieve the email addresses of anyone's Xbox gamertag, although Microsoft has now patched and seemingly played down the issue. As reported by Motherboard, a hacker got in touch with the outlet recently to make them aware of the problem, and...
News Star Wars: Squadrons Xbox Series X Update Now Available, Adds 120FPS
Here's what you can look forward to
EA revealed back in early November that it was planning to add 120FPS support for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in Star Wars: Squadrons, and that update is now available for the two new systems. The addition of 120FPS (which is console exclusive to Xbox Series X|S), means you can now choose to prioritise...
News Marvel's Avengers Has Failed To Recoup Its Development Costs So Far
"Sales of Marvel’s Avengers were lower than we had expected"
Marvel's Avengers was met with a fairly mixed reception from fans and critics when it released back in September, and it seems that feedback has ultimately resulted in relatively low sales at launch. According to a recently translated Square Enix results briefing (thanks, IGN), the...
News Assassin's Creed Valhalla Update 1.0.4 Improves Performance, Frame Rate On Xbox Series X|S
Including a 60FPS option on Xbox Series S
There's been a lot of discussion surrounding the Xbox Series X version of Assassin's Creed Valhalla over the past week, with one report suggesting the game was suffering from performance issues on the system. In response, Ubisoft has unveiled Title Update 1.04, which not only promises to provide an...
News More Retailers Will Have Stock Of The Xbox Series X This Wednesday
In the UK and the US
Here we go again! If you're still in the market for an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S, you might have a chance at grabbing one this Wednesday, November 25th! Here's what we know so far... Xbox Series X Stock (Wednesday, Nov 25th) - UK UK retailer Argos has confirmed that it will have stock of the Xbox Series X in the UK from...
News Metro Exodus Heading To Xbox Series X, New Projects Also In The Works
"We are now actively exploring multiplayer concepts..."
4A Games has dropped a lengthy blog post about the future of the Metro universe to celebrate the series' 10th anniversary, including an Xbox Series X|S patch for Metro Exodus and the possibility of a multiplayer game set within the universe. Within the post, the developer acknowledged th
News Xbox Responds To Reports Of Games Running Better On PS5 Than Series X
"We are aware of performance issues in a handful of titles"
Update (Wed 25th Nov, 2020 23:00 GMT): Ubisoft has confirmed today that a patch will be going live for Assassin's Creed Valhalla this week that improves performance on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Original story: There have been reports over the past week that some third-party Xbox...
News Rainbow Six Siege's Xbox Series X Upgrade Arrives Next Week
Including support for 120FPS
Ubisoft has announced that the Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege patch for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S will arrive next week on December 1st. Fans of the game will be excited to see numerous new enhancements arriving with the patch, including the ability to play the game at 120FPS on applicable TVs. Players can swap to...
News Call Of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Is Causing Serious Crashing Issues On Xbox
Treyarch has responded to reports
It appears certain Xbox owners are experiencing substantial issues following the recent update to Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. Over the past few days, many users have taken to forums such as Reddit to share their experiences over th
Rumour Is This GTA Online Trailer Hinting At Something GTA 6 Related?
Fans seem convinced the tease is leading to something
While GTA VI rumours seem to circulate every other day, it's rare that any have any credence. However, a recent trailer released for GTA Online by Rockstar potentially contains a potential clue - at least according to fans. As spotted by Kotaku, the recent trailer showcases coordinates that many...
News Microsoft Focused On Manufacturing More Xbox Series X Right Now
Keeping up with demand
Microsoft's Xbox Series S has been incredibly well-received. In fact, it's even been named by TIME Magazine one of the best inventions of 2020. While there's certainly demand for this particular model, in a recent interview with The Verge - head of Xbox Phil Spencer revealed how the company was currently focused on...
News Here Are Your Xbox Games With Gold For December 2020
The latest batch of games
Microsoft has officially announced all four Xbox Games With Gold titles for December 2020! As always, these games are available to download for free for Xbox Live Gold members (including subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate). You'll find the full list of December 2020's games below: Xbox One: The Raven Remastered...
News Hitman 3 Trailer Showcases New Rainy Chongqing Location
Along with a closer look at the Glacier engine
A new location for Hitman 3 has been revealed, as well as a detailed look at the game's Glacier engine. IO Interactive has dropped the first details for the new area, which is known as Chongqing. The neon soaked streets of Chongqing are beautifully orchestrated through the Glacier engine, which the...
News Unity Exec: The Xbox Series S Will Be A Real Differentiator This Generation
“The S is an extremely capable machine”
Since the Xbox Series S reveal, many have questioned whether its power will hold this generation back as developers scramble to ensure their games work for both Xbox models. However, Unity chief product officer Brett Bibby believes the system is “extremely capable”. In an interview with GamingBolt (as...
News Some UK Retailers Are Selling The Xbox Series X Today, November 24th
Update: Missed out? Try again tomorrow!
Update: (Tue 24th Nov, 2020 19:45 GMT): GAME is now out of stock of the Xbox Series X (the Series S is still available), and Currys PC World was supposed to have stock at 1PM GMT, but only a bundle with a Robot White Controller (link down below) was made available for a short period of time. As far as we can...
Poll Two Weeks On, Are You Happy With Your Xbox Series X|S?
How do you feel about it so far?
It might not seem like it, but it's already been two full weeks since the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S officially launched back on November 10th, and hopefully by now you've been able to get one if you wanted one. Both systems are still very much in their launch phases, with few games released so far beyond the...
News Skyrim Reportedly Runs At 60FPS With This Mod On Xbox Series X
It's not officially supported though
We're all well aware that backwards compatibility is fantastic on Xbox Series X (and Series S), but unfortunately games with framerate caps are still forced to run at 30 frames-per-second in certain cases. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is one of those games, but it also supports fan-created mods, allowing you to...
Deals Over 50 Games Added To This Week's Xbox Sale (Nov 24 - Dec 1)
Don't forget about the massive Black Friday sale as well
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! We've got your standard Deals with Gold and Spotlight offerings this week, but keep in mind there's also a massive Black Friday Game Sale currently ongoing until December 3rd as well. We've highlighted a few of the most notable Xbox games offers...
PSA Microsoft Complete Provides Extra Cover For Your Xbox Series X
Update: Reportedly now available in the UK
Update (Mon 23rd Nov, 2020 19:30 GMT): It looks like we're finally getting somewhere with Microsoft Complete! As you may have seen previously, the company has advised contacting a customer service representative if you want to add this service for your Xbox Series X, and reports are now being shared that...
Random This Xbox Themed Necklace Can Be Yours For Only $10,000
Put it on the Christmas wishlist
Xbox has collaborated with designer King Ice to create an ultra premium necklace based on the consoles. Made out of 14K solid gold, the striking necklace boasts the iconic Xbox symbol to flash off to all your friends. According to the listing, the necklace hosts genuine emeralds, SI1 diamonds, and can be yours for a...
Black Friday 2020 Best Controllers Deals For Xbox Series X
Save up to £10 / $20 on the new Xbox Series X controllers
Microsoft kicked off its Black Friday offerings on Xbox with a huge 700+ game sale last week, and it's also providing discounts on a range of accessories - including Xbox Series X controllers - over the next few days. Notably, you can save up to £10 on Xbox Series controllers in the UK,...
News Yakuza 15th Anniversary Stream To Reveal 'Future Developments'
Hopefully some news on titles coming to Game Pass
SEGA has announced a Ryu ga Gotoku 15th anniversary stream for December 8th at 6AM EST / 11AM GMT, which looks to focus on the future of the increasingly popular Yakuza series. While the series has been massive in Japan and other territories for a while now, the last few years have seen a huge...
Random The Xbox Series S Can Be Turned Into A Glorified Emulator
But do so at your own risk
It's been proven that the Xbox Series S can easily run emulation through the console's dev systems. YouTube user Modern Vintage Gamer (MVG) has showcased how users can turn their system into a unit with the power to play titles from Nintendo GameCube, the PlayStation 1, and even the Nintendo DS. To do so, the system...
Guide Here Are Some Xbox Series X|S Issues You Might Run Into At Launch
Update: The latest "known issues"
The launch of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S has now arrived, and while Microsoft has clearly gone to a lot of effort to ensure the two consoles' variety of new features and backwards compatibility support is working as intended, there are a few "known issues" you need to be aware of at launch. In preparation...
Feature These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (Nov 23-27)
"Save the world from an invasion of cosmic horrors"
Welcome to your weekly Xbox roundup! There's unfortunately nothing to get excited about in the way of AAA games over the next few days, but there are still plenty of intriguing indies making their way to the Xbox Store... New Xbox Releases (Nov 23-27): Optimised for Xbox Series X|S Tesla...
News Watch Dogs: Legion Isn't Saving Progress Correctly On Xbox, Won't Be Fixed Until December
"We're sorry about the issues you're experiencing"
We reported earlier this week that some players were having issues in Assassin's Creed Valhalla with loss of save data and corruption, and another of Ubisoft's titles in Watch Dogs: Legion has a similar problem on its hands. The issue? The game isn't saving progress correctly on Xbox Series X, Xbox...
News Razer Wolverine V2 Controller For Xbox Series X Promises Absolute Precision
Giving the Xbox Elite Controller a run for its money
Razer has released a new controller compatible for the Xbox Series X|S and it's looking to give the Elite controller a run for its money. The Razer Wolverine V2 may be a wired controller, but the store listing suggests it comes with a load of nifty features that Xbox owners are undoubtedly going...
News GTA Online's Biggest Heist Ever Introduces A Brand-New Location
And this time, you can take it on solo
Rockstar Games has announced the biggest heist for GTA Online so far and it's coming next month. The Cayo Perico Heist arrives on December 15 and will have players donning the role of a convicted spy who has recently broken out of Bolingbroke Penitentiary, out on a mission to infiltrate a new, remote island...
News TIME Magazine Calls The Xbox Series S One Of The Best Inventions Of 2020
"It’s the basis for what could become the Netflix of video games"
It may have only been out for a week, but TIME Magazine has already cited the Xbox Series S as one of the best inventions of the year. The Xbox Series S's impact has been pretty well received since being announced. Its low price point, impressive specs and plentiful Xbox Game Pass...
Deals All 15+ Xbox Series X Games In The Xbox Black Friday Sale 2020
Optimised for the next generation
The Xbox Black Friday Sale 2020 is here! This year's sale features discounts on over 700 games, bundles and add-ons - including for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S - available for 14 days until Thursday, December 3rd. Below, we've highlighted all the games that are specifically "optimised" for the new consoles in...
News Far Cry 6's Possible New Release Date Spotted On Xbox Store Page
Following its recent delay
Far Cry 6 was delayed a few weeks ago, but it might already have a new release date if the Microsoft Store is to be believed. Originally, the game was intended to release on February 19, 2021, however was pushed back due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The
News Managing Director Of Ubisoft's Skull & Bones Studio Steps Down
But will remain at the company
Ubisoft has confirmed that the managing director of Ubisoft Singapore, which is currently working on Skull & Bones, has stepped away from the role. This was originally reported by Kotaku, which suggested that according to an internal company email, Hugues Ricour had been removed from the project "effective...
News Ubisoft Working On Patch To Fix Assassin's Creed Valhalla Save Corruption Issues
No word on Watch Dogs Legion's save issues
It's no secret that both Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Watch Dogs Legion have hit some stumbles since their launch with users reporting loss of save data and corruption. While many users have taken to Reddit and other forums to alert others of the issue, Ubisoft has remained fairly quiet on the issue
News UK Retailers Will Reportedly Have More Xbox Series X Stock Very Soon
Across multiple dates
The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S have been notoriously difficult to get a hold of since their launch on November 10th, but it looks like more UK stock will be available for the two consoles later this month. According to a report from Video Games Chronicle, Xbox Series X stock is expected to be available online at UK...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (Nov 19-22)
The world needs heroes
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 action-adventure survival game Ark: Survival Evolved, Blizzard's popular team-based multiplayer shooter...
News Two More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass (Nov 19)
There's trouble once again on the mean streets of River City
It's Xbox Game Pass time! We've got another two games joining the service today, both of which are playable on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, as well as Android with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today: River City Girls...
With PS5 faring better in some areas
Digital Foundry has published a comparison between the PS5 and Xbox Series X (and Series S) versions of Assassin's Creed Valhalla today, revealing some "clear" issues with the Series X version in particular. In terms of visuals, there's pretty much nothing between the two consoles - they both run at a dynamic...
News Walmart Will Be Selling More Xbox Series X Consoles This Thursday
Expect them to go quickly
Walmart has confirmed that it plans to sell more Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles tomorrow, Thursday November 19th. The stock will be available to purchase online at exactly 3PM ET. Here are the direct links to the product pages for both of these systems: Xbox Series X (Walmart)
News Survival MMO Last Oasis Is Coming To Xbox Series X|S Early Next Year
Also releasing on Xbox One and PC
Having already made an impact on PC players in early access, survival MMO Last Oasis is heading to Xbox consoles. While no specific dates have been announced, the game is expected to land within the first quarter of 2021, with full optimisation for both Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. All future updates for the game...
News Assassin's Creed Valhalla Has Become The Biggest Launch In The Series' History
"We are truly delighted by the enthusiastic response from players"
With Assassin's Creed Valhalla releasing along side the Xbox Series X|S, it appears to have made series history by becoming its biggest launch. According to a recent press release, Ubisoft is thrilled at the results of Assassin's Creed Valhalla, with the game selling more within the...
Hands On Seagate SSD 1TB Storage Card Is A Great Expansion For Xbox Series X
Faster than fast, quicker than quick
After spending 24 hours with the Seagate SSD Expansion Storage Card, it's clear it was built with the Xbox Series X|S in mind. It's speedy, accessible and adorable with its minute size, making for an excellent choice for anyone who is already clutching for space on their next-gen system. Immediately off the bat...
News Mortal Kombat 11 Arrives For Xbox Series X|S, Here's What's Included
Free upgrade for current-gen owners
If you happen to own Mortal Kombat 11 for Xbox One, we've got some good news for you! The game has received a free upgrade for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S today, introducing a small selection of improved features. All versions of Mortal Kombat 11 are eligible for the upgrade, and all inventory, earned rewards...
News Football Manager 2021 Kicks Off For Xbox Consoles On December 1st
Getting back into the dugout
Sports Interactive announced back in September that Football Manager would be returning to Xbox consoles for the first time in over a decade this December, and now we've got an official date of December 1st. Football Manager 2021: Xbox Edition will be based on the Football Manager Touch experience - a streamlined...
News GAME UK Wants To Pay Someone £1500 Per Month To Be An Xbox Influencer
Dream job alert
Are you a big Xbox fan? Obsessed with creating content? Then this might be for you... GAME UK has teamed up with Xbox to sponsor one gamer to be the UK retailer's next gaming influencer, with the successful candidate set to receive an Xbox Series X, 12 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, 12 months of Belong and GAME Elite membership,...
News Sales Report Hints At Low Initial Stock For Xbox Series X|S In Japan
Despite launch units selling out very quickly
Japanese outlet Famitsu is reporting today that the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S sold around 20,534 units during their first six days on sale in the country, although that figure likely doesn't tell the entire story. According to Bloomberg, this is around 3k less than the Xbox One achieved during its...
