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News Frontier Confirms Smart Delivery Support For Planet Coaster On Xbox
Get a free next-gen upgrade
Frontier Developments has confirmed that Planet Coaster: Console Edition will be getting a free next-gen upgrade on Xbox One this holiday, confirmed to be Smart Delivery by the game's official box art. This means you'll be able to pick up the Xbox One copy of the game whenever it drops later this year (we're still...
News More Xbox Series X|S Consoles Will Be Available On Launch Day
"I would say, be ready"
If you haven't been able to secure an Xbox Series X|S for launch day, you're not alone. Both systems have boasted high demand (particularly the Xbox Series X), and stock now appears to be very thin. However, we've got some good news - you still might be able to get one on launch day. This was highlighted by GM of Xbox Games...
News Microsoft: We Know People Want To See More Xbox Series X Gameplay
Next-gen footage is on the way
We've been seeing a lot of footage of backwards compatible games on the Xbox Series X over the past week-or-so, but something we're still waiting on is next-gen gameplay running on the system. Microsoft highlighted earlier this week that it would be sharing more details on Xbox Series launch titles later in October,...
Video Here's How Auto HDR Enhances Games On Xbox Series X|S
"One of next-gen's coolest features"
We've already seen various demonstrations over the past week of how the Xbox Series X excels at running backwards compatible games with faster load times, but we haven't seen much about Auto HDR. This is a feature which applies HDR to games that never had it in the first place, increasing the luminosity in those...
News Dishonored, Prey & Wolfenstein Games Rated For Xbox Series X|S
Are next-gen upgrades on the way?
One of the big talking points for Xbox last month was its acquisition of ZeniMax Media, parent company of Bethesda Softworks, and now it looks like the publisher might be gearing up to release more next-gen versions of its games. We already know about DOOM Eternal and The Elder Scrolls Online, but now collections...
Video This Is How Quickly The Xbox 360 Emulator Loads On Xbox Series X
Compared to the Xbox One & Xbox One X
We've been seeing a lot of reports over the past week about how quickly the Xbox Series X can load backwards compatible games compared to the Xbox One, and this even extends to the Xbox 360 emulator itself. As demoed by the world's first Gamerscore millionaire Stallion83 on Twitter, you barely get any kind of...
News More Details On Xbox Series X|S Launch Titles Are Coming Soon
Along with more gameplay
If there's one thing we're still waiting on ahead of the release of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on November 10th, it's more details and raw gameplay footage for the games that are coming out at launch. Fortunately, it looks like we'll be getting that very soon, as confirmed by GM of Xbox Games Marketing Aaron...
News Next-Gen Leap Will Be The Biggest In History, Says Gearbox CEO
"I'm saying, including the leap from 2D to 3D"
The release of the Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PS5 this November marks the latest in a long line of console generations that looks set to provide game-changing experiences over the coming years. Gearbox Software founder and Borderlands 3 executive producer Randy Pitchford seems particularly...
News Good News, The Xbox Series X Will Reportedly Be Region Free
Discs from any region should work
If you're a fan of importing games from other countries or you've acquired quite the Xbox collection from overseas trips over the years, we've got good news - they'll reportedly work with no issues on Xbox Series X. This is according to a article from Meristation, which says that Microsoft has informed the outlet...
News UK Retailer Warns Of More Potential Xbox Series X Delivery Delays
“We have received the allocation details from Microsoft"
Just last week, Amazon (US) told Xbox Series X pre-order customers that they might not receive the console on launch day due to high demand, and now ShopTo is doing something similar in the UK. In an email to customers, the online retailer explained that it had received its stock allocation...
News You Can Uninstall Different Parts Of Some Games On Xbox Series X|S
Finished with the campaign? Delete it!
Worried about using up too much storage space on your Xbox Series X|S? Here's a neat way around it - some games will allow you to uninstall different parts of the title in order to reduce its footprint. This was confirmed by Xbox director of program management Jason Ronald on a podcast this week, noting that...
News Everyone's Praising The New Quick Resume Feature On Xbox Series X|S
'It feels like a game-changer'
When the Xbox Series X's new Quick Resume feature was first unveiled back in March, it drew somewhat of a subdued response. But according to those who have got hands-on with it so far, it's a very much a game-changing feature. In case you aren't aware, Quick Resume allows you to pause multiple games on Xbox Series X...
News 60FPS Should Be A Foundational Feature Of Next-Gen, Says Xbox Game Dev
'It's a must, and a huge benefit to players'
Independent developer Tomas Sala has been talking to Xbox Wire about his upcoming Xbox Series X|S launch title The Falconeer, discussing the benefits of working on the next-gen hardware. In addition to pointing out the many visual and performance advantages brought about by the new consoles, Sala also...
Video Dirt 5 Hurtles Through China In Point-To-Point Racing Gameplay
Part of a Rally Raid event
The release of Codemasters' Dirt 5 is just over a month away now, and the developer has naturally been busy putting out footage of the game, including this latest look at point-to-point racing in China. This is part of a Rally Raid event type, which is said to be just one of the point-to-point events on offer, combining...
News Elgato Confirms All Of Its Capture Devices Will Work On Xbox Series X|S
They're all next-gen ready
We've got some good news for Elgato owners! The company has confirmed that all of its capture devices will work on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S when the two consoles release this November. In a blog post on Reddit, Elgato highlighted that there are no exceptions to the rule, and that depending on the device you have,...
Talking Point What Are Your Xbox Series X|S Launch Day Plans?
And what will you play first?
It's hard to believe, but we're now less than six weeks away until the release of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, with pre-orders having sold out pretty much everywhere over the past week. There are still some things that need to take shape, such as the day one launch line-up, but otherwise we've got a good idea...
News Hori Unveils Range Of Xbox Series X Controllers & Accessories
Charge stations, racing wheels and more
Looking to pick up some new accessories with your Xbox Series X|S this November? Hori USA has unveiled its lineup of products hitting the market in Holiday 2020, with pre-orders set to go live "soon". You'll find more details and images over at Hori USA's website, but here's the list with prices: 3D...
News NBA 2K21 Confirmed As Xbox Series X|S Launch Title
Shoot some hoops on release day
We've got another game to add to the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S launch lineup! 2K has confirmed that NBA 2K21 will arrive on the two next-gen systems on November 10th. We still don't know much about this version as of yet, aside from that it'll feature "unbeatable graphic fidelity, two second load speeds, new...
News Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires Gets Strategic On Xbox In Early 2021
Conquer ancient China by both sword and strategy
Koei Tecmo has announced today as part of the Tokyo Game Show 2020 that Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires is heading to Xbox One, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X in the early part of 2021. This latest entry in the Empires series combines the action of traditional Dynasty Warriors games with the addition of...
News Microsoft Spent 'Years' Asking For Football Manager To Come To Xbox
It finally returns this December
Sports Interactive subtly dropped the news earlier this week that hugely popular PC sports sim Football Manager would be returning to Xbox consoles for the first time in over decade this December. And according to Sports Interactive studio director Miles Jacobson, the reason for this is because Microsoft has been...
News You Might Not Get Your Xbox Series X On Launch Day, Warns Amazon
Company sends email to US customers
Where have we seen this before? Over the past 24 hours, Amazon has been sending emails to its Xbox Series X pre-order customers in the US, informing them that they might not receive their new console on launch day (November 10th), which is exactly what it's been telling PlayStation customers recently as well...
News Phil Spencer 'Motivated' By Xbox Series X|S Sellouts In Japan
'It's the first step in a much longer marathon'
The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S appear to have got off to a great start in Japan, with initial stock allocations selling out almost everywhere since the consoles went on sale earlier today. In response, Xbox boss Phil Spencer has been talking to Famitsu about the plans for Xbox in the region,...
News Next Yakuza Game Seemingly Set To Be Announced This Weekend
According to a now-deleted tweet
Yakuza: Like a Dragon officially arrives for Xbox One, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X this November, but before then, we might be getting an announcement of the next upcoming title in the Yakuza series. This is a according to a now-deleted tweet from Ayana Tsubaki, who is set to co-host the Sega Nama broadcast at...
News Football Manager Finally Returns To Xbox This December
Say goodbye to your social life
13 long years since the franchise last appeared on Xbox, Sports Interactive has announced today that Football Manager 2021 is officially coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X this December. This version will be based on the Football Manager Touch experience - a streamlined version of the desktop...
News Microsoft Explains Why The Xbox Series Expansion Card Is So Expensive
Delivers "unprecedented speed and performance"
The official Seagate 1TB Expansion Card for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S is now available to pre-order for £219.99 / $219.99 at the Microsoft Store, which ultimately puts it out of the price range of many consumers. Fortunately, you don't need it (more about that in a minute), but over on Xbox...
News Xbox Series X 1TB Storage Expansion Card Priced At £220 / $220
Update: UK & Europe prices confirmed
Update: Microsoft has confirmed that the Seagate 1TB Storage Expansion Card is priced at £219.99 in the UK and €249.99 in Europe. It's now available to pre-order from the
News R-Type Final 2 Heads To Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S In Early 2021
With Smart Delivery support
Anyone fancy a bit of R-Type on Xbox? Go on, then. Granzella Inc has revealed that it's bringing side scrolling shooter R-Type Final 2 to Xbox One, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X in Spring 2021, and it will offer a free next-gen upgrade via Smart Delivery. The game is part of a cult arcade franchise that began life all...
News Samurai Shodown Brings The Fight To Xbox Series X|S At Launch
Optimised for the next generation
SNK has revealed as part of today's Xbox Tokyo Game Show Showcase that arcade fighter Samurai Shodown (also known as Samurai Spirits in Japan) is coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S at launch. The game will be available from November 10th, but few other details have been provided so far, aside from that it...
News Xbox Throws Shade At PS5 Following Spider-Man Upgrade Debacle
Highlighting the benefits of Smart Delivery
We don't know if you've been keeping up with the news in PlayStation world recently, but one of the big talking points over the past 24 hours has been the confusion surrounding Marvel's Spider-Man's upgrade path from PS4 to PS5, and the confirmation that owners of the standard version won't be getting a...
News Microsoft Drops The Price Of Xbox Series S In Japan
Just in time for the Tokyo Game Show
The Xbox Tokyo Game Show Showcase takes place later today at 8AM ET / 1PM BST, and ahead of the event, Microsoft has surprisingly revised the price of the Xbox Series S in the region. On its official website, the company confirmed that the price had been reduced from 32,980 yen (excluding tax) to 29,980 yen...
News Maneater Swims Onto Xbox Series X|S At Launch With Free Upgrade
Including ray tracing and 4K, 60fps
We'll take a bite out of this one! Tripwire Interactive, Deep Silver and Blindside Interactive have confirmed that "ShaRkPG" Maneater is coming to Xbox Series X|S as a free next-gen upgrade on November 10th. (thanks Gematsu). The Xbox Series X version will reportedly support ray tracing, native 4K HDR support at...
News Xbox Series X|S Are Designed To 'Blend In With The Environment'
Built to fit into your modern life
Microsoft has provided more insight into the aesthetic of the Xbox Series X|S, explaining that the overall goal is for the two consoles to "seamlessly fit in to the modern lives and living rooms of Xbox fans around the world." The company says the Xbox Series X|S were "designed to fit in anyone’s home; they are...
News Xbox Will Continue To Consider Buying New Studios, Says Microsoft
But only where it makes sense
We were hit with the landmark news that Microsoft had acquired ZeniMax Media, parent company of Bethesda Softworks back on Monday, and now Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has confirmed the company isn't necessarily done. Speaking to CNET about the $7.5 billion acquisition, Nadella explained that its gaming division will...
News Xbox Series Pre-Orders Boast 'Record-Breaking Demand', More Stock To Arrive At Launch
"Incredible to see all the excitement"
Have you recovered from yesterday yet?! We hope you were able to secure yourself an Xbox Series X and/or an Xbox Series S if you wanted one, but if not, don't worry - Microsoft is aiming to have more stock available at launch. Taking to Twitter, the official Xbox account put out a statement thanking fans for...
News Fast-Paced FPS Bright Memory Joins The Xbox Series Launch Lineup
And Bright Memory: Infinite arrives next year
OK, stick with us here. Remember that game Bright Memory: Infinite that was revealed for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S back in May? It now has a release window of 2021 for the next-gen systems, but the original 2019 version of the game (just called "Bright Memory") is now a launch title for Xbox Series...
Talking Point Have You Been Able To Pre-Order An Xbox Series X|S?
Which have you gone for?
The time has arrived! Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S pre-orders have officially begun in various locations around the world, and as expected the demand has been huge. Websites have crashed and stock has sold out in ultra-quick time for some retailers, so have you been successful in pre-ordering a console? Here are some of...
News Yep, Scalpers Are Already Listing Xbox Series X On eBay
After securing their pre-order...
Australia was one of the first countries in the world to open pre-orders for the new Xbox Series X|S and as you might have heard, it sold out within "record" time. There were some technical issues as well. The website of EB Games (owned by GameStop) was overloaded and various other local retailers filled pre-orders...
News Xbox Series X Has Sold Out In Australia
Pre-order limit reached within minutes
Pre-orders for the next-generation Xbox opened in Australia earlier today and both units reportedly sold out within "record" time. EB Games (owned by GameStop) was the hardest hit - with the retailer's website seizing up as soon as pre-orders went live at 8 am. It resulted in a lot of disgruntled customers who...
News The Xbox Design Lab Service Goes Temporarily Offline In October
It won't be returning until 2021
If you were thinking about ordering a custom Xbox controller later this year, you haven't got long to do so! Microsoft has revealed that the Xbox Design Lab program is temporarily going offline beginning October 14th. The company says Design Lab is "preparing for its next evolution", and will be disappearing until...
News Microsoft Unveils Launch Lineup Of Accessories For Xbox Series X|S
Including a new Shock Blue controller
Microsoft has unveiled a selection of brand-new accessories that will be available at the launch of the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X on November 10th, available to pre-order from tomorrow, September 22nd. In addition to the previously revealed Carbon Black and Robot White controllers, you'll also be able to...
Video Here's How The New Share Button Works On Xbox Series X
A brand-new addition to the controller
In the midst of all the busy Bethesda news taking place today, Microsoft has quietly unveiled a new look at the share functionality on Xbox Series S and X, demoing how that brand-new button on the controller works. As detailed in a video by Xbox Live's Major Nelson, the button (which sits directly in the...
News The New Xbox Mobile App Allows You To Download Games Before You Buy
Ordered a physical copy? Pre-load it ahead of time
Microsoft unveiled its new Xbox app for Android devices earlier today, but left out one key detail that you might be interested in - it allows you to download games on the Microsoft Store even if you don't own them. Obviously you need have the license in order to play these titles, but this could...
Poll Has The Bethesda News Convinced You To Pre-Order An Xbox Series X|S?
Or are you going to wait a while?
We don't know about you, but we're still recovering from the shock of today's news that Xbox has acquired Bethesda for $7.5 billion (!), described as a "landmark step" for the brand by Xbox boss Phil Spencer. It's no coincidence that Microsoft has chosen to make this announcement one day before pre-orders go live...
News New Xbox App For Android Introduces Remote Play For Everyone
Along with lots of other new features
The good news keeps on rolling today! Microsoft has unveiled its brand-new Xbox app for Android phones and tablets, now available to download in Beta form on the Google Play Store. The app introduces a ton of new and improved features, including streamlined notifications for parties, chats, new friends and...
News Xbox Acquires ZeniMax Media, Parent Company Of Bethesda Softworks
Bethesda's games will be added to Xbox Game Pass
Microsoft has announced today that it has acquired ZeniMax Media, parent company of Bethesda Softworks. As a result, the likes of DOOM, The Elder Scrolls, Fallout and more will now be under ownership of Xbox. The company says the acquisition serves as a "landmark step" for the brand, and it will be...
News The New Xbox Consoles Include References To A Certain U.S. City
Carrying on the tradition
If you've ever looked closely at the side of your Xbox One X or the back of your Xbox One S, you might have noticed the words "Hello from Seattle" - a clear reference to where the Xbox team is based in Redmond. And with the release of the next-generation Xbox consoles this November, it's been confirmed that Microsoft is...
Guide Xbox Series X VS. Xbox Series S: What's The Difference?
Which should you pre-order this week?
The time is getting ever closer for Microsoft to bring its next-generation of consoles kicking and screaming into the world. By now, you will very likely be aware that two versions of next-gen Xbox devices will be available - the Xbox Series X and the Xbox Series S. But which one should be grabbing your...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About Xbox Series Pre-Orders
It all begins today!
The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S will officially be available for pre-order on Tuesday, September 22nd, and Microsoft has unveiled details about when and where customers will be able to order their brand-new systems. If you still haven't made your mind up about which to go for, check out our guide below: Xbox Series X VS...
News Codemasters Dev: The Xbox Series S Is An Amazing Piece Of Kit
Says it's "really easy" to develop for the system
Codemasters technical director David Springate spoke to Eurogamer's Digital Foundry earlier today as part of the PAX x EGX event, talking a bit about how Dirt 5 will work on next-generation consoles. As part of this, he was asked specifically about the Xbox Series S and its capabilities, confirming...
News Xbox Series S Could Be Outdated Within A Few Years, Alludes PlayStation Boss
But he respects the "competitive strategy"
PlayStation boss Jim Ryan has been conducting various interviews since the PS5 Showcase event earlier this week, including with Japanese site AV Watch in which he spoke about Microsoft's strategy with the Xbox Series S. As translated by Video Games Chronicle, Ryan explained that Sony actually considered...
