@MaccaMUFC My understanding is that tracks will be free, and then you have the Car Pass etc. as paid content. I don't think they can get away with paid tracks when they're free on GT7!
@Rangers420 Yeah, my guess is Acti wanted a retail presence and weighed things up and just thought, it makes more sense to turn it into a full game? It does feel like DLC, but gotta get that new COD out in November π
@Gabrielmpf I said in my review that I believe 20 locations, some with multiple layouts, is OK for launch. The problem is there are a handful of these tracks that feel very similar to drive on / look at, and we could have done with some more Forza original tracks or classics like Nordschleife. Hopefully it'll feel better once they've added a few more
@CutchuSlow I'd assume there are some privacy settings to prevent this, yeah. Phil's profile is public though, so, you can always follow P3 and see what's he's playing!
@Kaloudz I would say collisions are less harsh than FH! You'll still slow right down for a head-on crash, but the game seems more forgiving when you bump into cars at different angles - there feels more of an effort to keep the momentum going.
@PsBoxSwitchOwner in this case we really don't know, lots of sites have missed out on codes it seems. A lot of the time with third party games it's actually an Xbox problem in general, the platform just doesn't seem to get codes generated as early as PS/PC.
@Chaotic_Goat I think phils answer would be more vague if this was the case. He's basically said that the x was the 'pro' console this gen it just shipped alongside s, I really don't see a reason for another upgrade from Xbox next year
@BacklogBrad the 'more in 2024' line makes me think it's an ongoing thing - my bad if the headline caused any confusion. Hopefully we see more on the game soon!
@Markatron84 wait, what?! Are we sure that's not referring to the giant box/case behind it that the system possibly comes in? Why on earth would they make the actual series x non-functional...
@Scummbuddy A little bit of searching and, there seemed to be some sort of co-op mode added after launch. I don't know much beyond that, never played it myself!
@Banjo- I noticed this. I'm not so bothered about what's on those screens below, but I'd like to be able to at least change the order and get pins or whatever else up at the top
@Xeno_Aura @cardcrusher29 sorry to hear you guys don't seem to be getting Xbox codes π, I'm seeing mixed results from the Ubisoft redemption site, bit of a bummer. If I see any more codes I'll try and keep you informed!
@Savage_Joe The dialogue seems more FH than the old games here, so if you can handle that cringe you should be okay π The driving is much, much better than the first Crew
@themightyant Eight years on I'm pretty impressed with the 360 library to be honest. The OG Xbox batch is tiny and doesn't replace owning a console, but the 360 library covers a lot of bases to the point where I've all-but ditched using that console. Full 100% BC would be amazing!
@Fiendish-Beaver To my understanding you will get it early! The Game UK website actually lists the Constellation Edition as a 1st September release, so, you should expect it then with the early access included!
@Master_Cthulhu70 I will have to give BO2 a go myself and see - let me know if you try it and how it goes! Problem with that game is it was riddled with hackers so unless they've fixed that too...
@Solidchief I believe so, the start of yesterday's gameplay demo showed one of the devs leaving their room where you could walk around! Link's up there in that related article if you're interested in taking a look π
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Re: Call Of Duty: MW3 Release Date, Release Times & Preload Details On Xbox
@StylesT @TheAppEffect ahh, so it includes Standard Edition pre-orders too! It's all a bit confusing this... corrected anyway, thankyous!
Re: IO's Upcoming James Bond Game Reportedly 'A More Scripted Experience' Than Hitman
@rustyduck Yeah, it sounds it!
Re: Two Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (November 2)
Updated with the PlateUp delay... This one slipped by us, our bad!
Re: Two Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (November 2)
@VisitingComet1 We ended up updating an existing article because it was surprise dropped! https://www.purexbox.com/news/2023/10/three-games-are-available-today-with-xbox-game-pass-october-31
Re: Codemasters' EA Sports WRC Gets Free Trial Today On Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
@norwichred I didn't have access to a console at the time of writing! There's probably a slight issue/delay on EA's end, Xbox posted it as available yesterday on its Game Pass roundup: https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/10/31/game-pass-november-2023-wave-1-announce/
Re: Codemasters' EA Sports WRC Gets Free Trial Today On Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
@redd214 No problemo! I'll be giving it a go too if I get the chance.
Re: Microsoft Reshuffle Makes Huge Changes To Team Xbox, Matt Booty & Sarah Bond Promoted
@AccessibleDaydream 'CEO of Microsoft Gaming' is Phil's current title! Has been for a little while.
Re: 800+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales As 'Shocktober' Deals Continue
@NinjaPenguin Argh, corrected! It was 85% last week...
Re: Far Cry Spin-Off 'Project Maverick' Reportedly In Development At Ubisoft, Alongside Far Cry 7
@somnambulance Yep π
Re: Hands On: Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Feels Like DLC Of The Nostalgic Kind
@clvr It's about 110GB because it forces you to download the 'core' of Warzone, and then an additional Beta file :/
Re: Phil Spencer Comments On What It Means To Merge Activision Blizzard With Xbox First Party
@themightyant it's coming π
Re: Soapbox: This Five Year Old Multiplayer-Only COD Would Be A Great Get For Xbox Game Pass
@abe_hikura I think the Xbox One era games are OK. The 360 ones are a minefield π©
Re: Forza Motorsport Tracks: Two Courses Confirmed As Post-Launch DLC
@MaccaMUFC My understanding is that tracks will be free, and then you have the Car Pass etc. as paid content.
I don't think they can get away with paid tracks when they're free on GT7!
Re: Call Of Duty MW3 Beta Dates & Release Times - When Is It Coming To Xbox?
@Rangers420 Yeah, my guess is Acti wanted a retail presence and weighed things up and just thought, it makes more sense to turn it into a full game? It does feel like DLC, but gotta get that new COD out in November π
Re: Forza Motorsport Tracks: Two Courses Confirmed As Post-Launch DLC
@Gabrielmpf I said in my review that I believe 20 locations, some with multiple layouts, is OK for launch.
The problem is there are a handful of these tracks that feel very similar to drive on / look at, and we could have done with some more Forza original tracks or classics like Nordschleife. Hopefully it'll feel better once they've added a few more
Re: Video: Redfall's 60FPS Update Tested Across Xbox Series X And Xbox Series S
@JetmanUK Sorted. Thankya for the spot!
Re: Ubisoft Shows Off Gorgeous Assassin's Creed Mirage-Themed Xbox Series X
@species8472 ππ
Re: Red Dead Redemption Gets 60FPS Patch On PS5, Xbox Version Remains 30FPS
@ralphdibny Thank u for your kind words - we do our best! π
Re: Phil Spencer Reveals Which IP He'd Like To See Revived On Xbox
@CutchuSlow I'd assume there are some privacy settings to prevent this, yeah. Phil's profile is public though, so, you can always follow P3 and see what's he's playing!
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Thoughts On 'Lies Of P' So Far?
@PJOReilly ππ
Re: Review: The Crew Motorfest - A True Forza Horizon Competitor Enters The Playground
@Pusher2021 Weirdly the mirrors are the same in the 30FPS mode...
Re: Review: The Crew Motorfest - A True Forza Horizon Competitor Enters The Playground
@Kaloudz I would say collisions are less harsh than FH! You'll still slow right down for a head-on crash, but the game seems more forgiving when you bump into cars at different angles - there feels more of an effort to keep the momentum going.
Re: Reminder: Nine Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (September 15)
@themightyant Same too much going on!
Re: Oh Look, Starfield Is Getting Review Bombed On Metacritic
@HelloCraig he's not amused
Re: Starfield Xbox Game Pass Release Times Confirmed By Bethesda
@PsBoxSwitchOwner in this case we really don't know, lots of sites have missed out on codes it seems.
A lot of the time with third party games it's actually an Xbox problem in general, the platform just doesn't seem to get codes generated as early as PS/PC.
Re: Starfield Xbox Game Pass Release Times Confirmed By Bethesda
@AlwaysPlaying if you have early access, yes!
Re: Stalker 2 'Bolts & Bullets' Trailer Showcases Plenty Of First-Person Gameplay
@Markatron84 'Chornobyl' is the Ukrainian spelling, and the team decided to switch to that during development.
Re: The Xbox Series X Is 'At The End Of The Beginning', Says Phil Spencer
@Chaotic_Goat I think phils answer would be more vague if this was the case. He's basically said that the x was the 'pro' console this gen it just shipped alongside s, I really don't see a reason for another upgrade from Xbox next year
Re: Obsidian Drafts In Devoted Studios To Help With Xbox Exclusive Avowed
@BacklogBrad the 'more in 2024' line makes me think it's an ongoing thing - my bad if the headline caused any confusion. Hopefully we see more on the game soon!
Re: Microsoft Unveils Custom Armored Core 6 Xbox Series X Console
@Markatron84 wait, what?! Are we sure that's not referring to the giant box/case behind it that the system possibly comes in? Why on earth would they make the actual series x non-functional...
Re: Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (August 17-20)
@Grackler Xbox live gold ends mid September! That's when game pass core comes in
Re: Call Of Duty Reveal Trailer Shows First In-Game Footage Of Modern Warfare 3
@Moonglow π soooooon?
Re: Deals: 400+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (August 8-15)
@Netret0120 The summer sale already happened! We now have a summer add-on sale running, as linked to up above.
Re: EA Is Closing The Servers For Three More Xbox 360 Titles This Year
@Scummbuddy A little bit of searching and, there seemed to be some sort of co-op mode added after launch. I don't know much beyond that, never played it myself!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 5-6)
@Kaloudz He's taking a deserved break! Back soon...
Re: Xbox Is Hosting Its 'Largest Gamescom Booth Ever' In 2023, And You Can Watch At Home
@Markatron84 amazing stuff, I was busy focusing on the games so thanks for bringing this to my attention!
Re: Xbox Insiders Can Test Out The New 'Game Pass Core' Subscription This Week
@Lup I'd assume so, yep.
Re: Forza Motorsport Leaked Images Show Off Gorgeous Ray Tracing Features
@BBB That's the vibe I'm getting, focus is on Starfield
Re: 'Venba' Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (July 31)
@RentedPanda My backlog is also crazy, but, 'short narrative' has me interested. Might give it a whirl tonight!
Re: Talking Point: What Have You Bought In The Xbox Ultimate Game Sale 2023?
@splinterme all good choices! WW2 is a pretty underrated Cod imo.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of The New Xbox Home Experience?
@Banjo- I noticed this. I'm not so bothered about what's on those screens below, but I'd like to be able to at least change the order and get pins or whatever else up at the top
Re: Hands On: The Crew Motorfest Puts Ubisoft's Open World Racer On The Map
@bpomber try 4NQG-9XH3-G9T6
Re: Hands On: The Crew Motorfest Puts Ubisoft's Open World Racer On The Map
@Xeno_Aura @cardcrusher29 sorry to hear you guys don't seem to be getting Xbox codes π, I'm seeing mixed results from the Ubisoft redemption site, bit of a bummer. If I see any more codes I'll try and keep you informed!
Re: Xbox Exec 'Gets Chills' From The Moment Phil Spencer Revealed Backwards Compatibility
@Raffles Spoiler: you can play Ridge Racer 6! But you need a disc I believe, at least here in the UK.
Re: Hands On: The Crew Motorfest Puts Ubisoft's Open World Racer On The Map
@Savage_Joe The dialogue seems more FH than the old games here, so if you can handle that cringe you should be okay π
The driving is much, much better than the first Crew
Re: Hands On: The Crew Motorfest Puts Ubisoft's Open World Racer On The Map
@spoonman2 Yeah, they're not subtle with the Horizon links are they!
Re: Xbox Exec 'Gets Chills' From The Moment Phil Spencer Revealed Backwards Compatibility
@themightyant Eight years on I'm pretty impressed with the 360 library to be honest. The OG Xbox batch is tiny and doesn't replace owning a console, but the 360 library covers a lot of bases to the point where I've all-but ditched using that console. Full 100% BC would be amazing!
Re: Poll: Are You Buying The 'Early Access Upgrade' For Starfield?
@Fiendish-Beaver To my understanding you will get it early! The Game UK website actually lists the Constellation Edition as a 1st September release, so, you should expect it then with the early access included!
Re: Classic Call Of Duty Matchmaking Appears To Have Drastically Improved On Xbox
@Master_Cthulhu70 I will have to give BO2 a go myself and see - let me know if you try it and how it goes! Problem with that game is it was riddled with hackers so unless they've fixed that too...
Re: Soapbox: Test Drive Unlimited Was Special, And I'm Excited For Its Xbox Comeback
@Solidchief I believe so, the start of yesterday's gameplay demo showed one of the devs leaving their room where you could walk around! Link's up there in that related article if you're interested in taking a look π