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Latest Reviews of Microsoft Games
Review Age Of Mythology: Retold (Xbox) - Microsoft's Godly RTS Classic Revitalised
Go beyond history
Age of Mythology might not be a major numbered entry, but it's still played a significant role in the Age timeline – transitioning the series from 2D to 3D following the success of Ensemble's real-time strategy king, Age of Empires II. Mythology wasn’t just there to fill the void when it landed on PC in 2002 and is still...
Review Sea Of Thieves - In Truly Ship-Shape Condition Two Years After Launch
It's a pirate's life for me
When Sea of Thieves initially set sail in 2018, it was met with somewhat mixed reviews. Rare's pirate playground is undoubtedly a masterful creation; a vast, dynamic, hyper-stylised sea world dotted with mysterious islands and skeleton forts in which players are set free to create their own grand adventures. However, it...
Review Forza Horizon 4 - The Best Racing Experience On Xbox One
Fuel Britannia
Offshoots aren’t meant to surpass their source material. They’re meant to be unusual curios that take an existing concept in twist it in ways the mainline series never could. When the original Forza Horizon casually rolled up onto the scene in 2012, no one really expected it to attract the fan base that it did, but eight years on...
Review Forza Horizon 2: Storm Island (Xbox One)
Making it rain.
When crafting a DLC package of any significant weight for a game that has gone down really well with gamers and critics alike, developers have to be careful. What they add can’t interfere with the mix that they already had, as they really don’t want to be messing with a successful formula. Playground Games found a way to ensure...
Review D4: Dark Dreams Don't Die (Xbox One)
Look for D
Remember Deadly Premonition? It’s one of the most divisive games ever to be released upon the world. Poor production values, bizarreness to the extreme, and campy…well, everything else, meant it was one of those wonderfully weird games that either clicked with you, or it didn't at all. Now, four years after the release of Deadly...
Review Kinect Sports Rivals (Xbox One)
Do or die.
To say that Kinect Sports Rivals is a high-profile title for Xbox One would be something of an understatement. Being the only game (barring the violently bad Fighter Within, which barely passes as a game) available that’s been designed for the much-maligned Kinect device that’s included with every console, people were looking to...
Review Killer Instinct (Xbox One)
C-C-C-Combo Breaker!
Fans have been asking for it for years and finally Killer Instinct has returned, albeit with a new developer - Double Helix - who have adopted a free-to-play model for the game's characters, which is also now sporting fancy new visuals. However, fans can relax their cynicism and rejoice, as Killer Instinct on Xbox One retains...
Review BattleBlock Theater (Xbox 360)
The Behemoth Is Back
BattleBlock Theater is an Xbox Live Arcade platform puzzle game from The Behemoth, who are the developers of the excellent Castle Crashers and slightly-less-excellent Alien Hominid HD. The graphics are cartoonish, it features a good deal of laughs and some tricky puzzles that will test your dexterity later on. Also, it allows...
Review Kinect Party (Xbox 360)
Ain't no party like a Kinect Party.
Depending on when you pick it up, the decision on whether or not to get Kinect Party is a bit of a no-brainer. For a while after release day, it was available for absolutely no charge and should you have missed out, the price is 800 MSP. The product itself is also a bit of a no-brainer at times too, and while...
Review Red Bull Crashed Ice Kinect (Xbox 360)
Born slippy.
If you aren’t aware of what Red Bull’s “Crashed Ice” event series is, then you’re missing out. In short, the sport of ice cross involves a bunch of ice skater types starting at the top of an icy track that contains all manner of twists, turns, bumps, and jumps, and they have to race to the finish line in the fastest possible...
Latest Microsoft Articles
News Xbox's Longtime Halo Developer 343 Industries Is On The Lookout For A New Creative Director
"Come and help us build the future of Halo"
It's looking like Xbox is full steam ahead when it comes to building the next Halo game, with the Halo Infinite developer on the lookout for major new hires. Back in July, 343 Industries confirmed that it was the team to lead Xbox's famous franchise into the future, and now it's hiring for a creative...
News Xbox's Tokyo Game Show 2024 Broadcast Airs Later This Month
Updates from Xbox, Activision, Blizzard & Bethesda
Microsoft has announced its Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2024 Broadcast will take place later this month on Thursday, September 26th. Content from Xbox Game Studios, Activision, Blizzard Entertainment and Bethesda will be shared. Xbox will also be showcasing an "exciting lineup of games from third-party...
Talking Point A Decade Since Its Xbox One Release, Where On Earth Is Current-Gen Minecraft?
We're still waiting!
Minecraft has been around for what feels like forever, but its enduring popularity means that it's always a part of the conversation - heck, a freakin' movie based on the game was just shown off this week. However, despite the Xbox One version of this everlasting survival game being a decade old today, Microsoft still hasn't...
Reaction Xbox Focusing On 'Blockbuster Games' Should Be No Surprise After The Failure Of Concord
Risky business
Okay, so, everyone and their Twitter-surfing uncle has read about the Concord news this week; that being Sony deciding to close down its live service hero shooter after less than two weeks on the market. We can't say we're that surprised by this outcome, although like most folks out there, we did expect the PlayStation owner to give...
News Microsoft Says Native Xbox Cloud Gaming App Remains 'Impossible' On Apple Devices
"The 30 percent commission fee makes it impossible"
Despite Apple opening up its storefront for native game streaming apps earlier this year, Microsoft still doesn't think it's viable to launch an Xbox Cloud Gaming app on the iOS platform. Speaking as part of a new UK CMA i
News Microsoft's Age Of Mythology: Retold Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (September 4)
A huge remake of an RTS classic!
Welcome to another Xbox Game Pass update! Today, Microsoft is dropping a big first-party release in the form of Age of Mythology: Retold; the team's new remake of an RTS classic. We recently posted our full review of this remake, so we'll drop a link to that down below, alongside a quick introduction to the title...
News Microsoft Had Two Transformers Games Rated In Australia Last Month
The rumour mill whirls away
Yesterday, we covered a new report about Microsoft working to bring a couple of Transformers games to market in 2024, and now we have further evidence that suggests this is actually happening. As shared by Klobrille on social media, Microsoft seemingly submitted two Transformers games to be rated in Australia last month...
News These Five Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (September 3-17)
The first batch for September!
Microsoft has just detailed its new Xbox Game Pass additions for the first half of September, and while this roundup doesn't include anything we didn't already know about, it is a nice lineup - featuring day one first-party release Age of Mythology: Retold. Here's when you can go hands on with Microsoft's new RTS,...
Rumour Microsoft Reportedly Working On Multiple Transformers Projects
Both for a 2024 release?
A rumour has begun circulating that Microsoft is working on two Transformers projects, both for release sometime this year. The rumour originates from Transformers-focused website TFW2005, which states that it has "received some intel on two video game projects" from Microsoft relating to the Transformers series. Now, we...
News Phil Spencer Talks About Two Activision Games That Xbox Missed Out On Signing
"I've made some of the worst game choice decisions"
During PAX West 2024, Xbox boss Phil Spencer hosted a 'Story Time' chat about the gaming industry, discussing many different aspects of the business - including some of Xbox's history. In that chat, Phil was asked about some of the biggest games that Microsoft 'missed out' on signing up, and the...
News Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Beta Is Available Now On Xbox Game Pass (August 30)
Live now for pre-orders and Game Pass members
The time has come to test out the newest Call of Duty game! Yep, the Black Ops 6 Beta is now live for Xbox Game Pass members and pre-order purchasers - and we've got quite a lot of time to get stuck into this chunk of the game's multiplayer offering. In total, Game Pass players have more than
Guide Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Beta Download Size, Start Times & Xbox Game Pass Details
Everything you need to know about the COD Beta
Call Of Duty's first Xbox Game Pass beta is upon us - with the Black Ops 6 early access beta being included in the subscription this weekend. Alternatively, pre-ordering the game will also grant early beta access, if you're not subscribed to Microsoft's service. We know lots of yo
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (August 29 - Sept. 1)
Come try out these Xbox titles!
Xbox's Free Play Days promotion for August leading into September is now live, with two games playable for free as part of your Xbox Game Pass subscription this weekend. While we may have a smaller selection than we're used to, these are two games that don't typically appear in the promo - and one of them is just a...
News Xbox Is Adding A Couple Of Major Features For Discord Users
Update: Now available in the August 2024 update
Update [Thu 29th Aug, 2024 06:00 BST]: This feature has now launched for everyone in the latest Xbox update. You can find out more in the original story below and Xbox Wire. "It’s now easier to get updates when one of your Discord friends is playing, chatting, or streaming. Now you can jump into...
News Xbox IP Spotted In Upcoming PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot
Update: Sony makes it official
Update [Thu 29th Aug, 2024 05:00 BST]: Following the apparent video leak, Sony has now provided an update on the PlayStation blog, mentioning how the Crash Bandicoot IP and more will feature in the new Astro Bot game (thanks
News 'Core Keeper' Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (August 27)
A new survival game with 8-player co-op!
Welcome to another Xbox Game Pass update! Today, Minecraft-like survival game Core Keeper is joining Game Pass, as we near the end of another big month for the service. There are some definite Terraria vibes with this one as well thanks to its camera perspective, but without further ado, here's your...
News Here's Over An Hour Of Fresh Gameplay From Xbox RPG Avowed
A deep dive on the Game Pass title
Throughout the last week or so, Obsidian's Avowed has been a massive part of Xbox's presence at the Gamescom 2024 industry event. We saw new gameplay, read some early previews, and learnt about
News Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Multiplayer Trailer Lands Ahead Of Xbox Game Pass Beta
Jump into MP later this week!
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is getting its multiplayer beta later this week, and ahead of that little BO6 taster on Xbox Game Pass, the team has just dropped an introductory trailer for the game's multiplayer suite. So, as expected, we've thrown this trailer up above for you all to enjoy. And remember, a slice of Black...
News Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake Tech Specs & Frame Rate Revealed For Xbox
Konami spills the beans
As part of a busy preview period for the industry in and around Gamescom, multiple outlets have gone hands on with Konami's Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, and these previews have delivered some new-gen tech specs for the upcoming MGS3 remake. Over at
Rumour Black Myth: Wukong 'Memory Leak' Has Caused Xbox Series X|S Delay
"The game has not passed Xbox's bug detection tests"
Black Myth: Wukong has been a bit of a phenomenon since its PC and PS5 launch earlier this month, in fact, it's been a massive story since its very first reveal. However, the Xbox version has been delayed indefinitely, and a new rumour aims to shed some light on exactly why we haven't se
News Avowed Gets Massive Uncut Gameplay Demo During Xbox's Final Gamescom Event For 2024
It's looking very far along!
Avowed is proving to be one of Xbox's big stars for Gamescom 2024 - it's getting lots of air time through various previews, interviews and
Talking Point Does Microsoft Have A '30FPS' Problem With Its Xbox Series X|S Output?
Or is it a non-issue?
With the confirmation that Obsidian's Avowed is aiming for a 30FPS frame rate target on Xbox Series consoles, we're starting to see some heated discussion on the topic and whether it's becoming a bit of an issue for Xbox. Microsoft's last three major first-party releases (Forza aside) have all launched at 30FPS in Redfall,...
News Fable Creator Explains How His New Game Is Set In The Same World
"But it's not actually Fable 5 or anything like that"
One of the most surprising moments during Gamescom Opening Night Live this week was when the Fable creator and former Lionhead founder, Peter Molyneux, walked out on stage and introduced his new PC title Masters of Albion. He's apparently got t
News Avowed Early Previews Are Looking Positive Ahead Of Xbox Game Pass Launch Next February
"It's fantastic"
Xbox's Avowed now has its launch date locked and loaded for Feb. 2025, which means we're bound to see and hear much more about the Game Pass RPG in the coming weeks and months. Right now, Gamescom 2024 is going on in Germany, which is proving to be a great place for more Avowed; we're starting to see some previews hit the we
News Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Is Playable Three Days Early With Xbox Game Pass Upgrade
Say hello to the Digital Premium upgrade
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has been in the news plenty as of late, but how about some more information on the actual game itself? Well, we know it's arriving day one on Xbox Game Pass, but you can actually play the title three days early with the team's 'Premium Upgr
News Xbox's Longtime Halo Developer 343 Industries Is On The Lookout For A New Creative Director
"Come and help us build the future of Halo"
It's looking like Xbox is full steam ahead when it comes to building the next Halo game, with the Halo Infinite developer on the lookout for major new hires. Back in July, 343 Industries confirmed that it was the team to lead Xbox's famous franchise into the future, and now it's hiring for a creative...
News Xbox's Tokyo Game Show 2024 Broadcast Airs Later This Month
Updates from Xbox, Activision, Blizzard & Bethesda
Microsoft has announced its Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2024 Broadcast will take place later this month on Thursday, September 26th. Content from Xbox Game Studios, Activision, Blizzard Entertainment and Bethesda will be shared. Xbox will also be showcasing an "exciting lineup of games from third-party...
Talking Point A Decade Since Its Xbox One Release, Where On Earth Is Current-Gen Minecraft?
We're still waiting!
Minecraft has been around for what feels like forever, but its enduring popularity means that it's always a part of the conversation - heck, a freakin' movie based on the game was just shown off this week. However, despite the Xbox One version of this everlasting survival game being a decade old today, Microsoft still hasn't...
Reaction Xbox Focusing On 'Blockbuster Games' Should Be No Surprise After The Failure Of Concord
Risky business
Okay, so, everyone and their Twitter-surfing uncle has read about the Concord news this week; that being Sony deciding to close down its live service hero shooter after less than two weeks on the market. We can't say we're that surprised by this outcome, although like most folks out there, we did expect the PlayStation owner to give...
News Microsoft Says Native Xbox Cloud Gaming App Remains 'Impossible' On Apple Devices
"The 30 percent commission fee makes it impossible"
Despite Apple opening up its storefront for native game streaming apps earlier this year, Microsoft still doesn't think it's viable to launch an Xbox Cloud Gaming app on the iOS platform. Speaking as part of a new UK CMA i
News Microsoft's Age Of Mythology: Retold Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (September 4)
A huge remake of an RTS classic!
Welcome to another Xbox Game Pass update! Today, Microsoft is dropping a big first-party release in the form of Age of Mythology: Retold; the team's new remake of an RTS classic. We recently posted our full review of this remake, so we'll drop a link to that down below, alongside a quick introduction to the title...
News Microsoft Had Two Transformers Games Rated In Australia Last Month
The rumour mill whirls away
Yesterday, we covered a new report about Microsoft working to bring a couple of Transformers games to market in 2024, and now we have further evidence that suggests this is actually happening. As shared by Klobrille on social media, Microsoft seemingly submitted two Transformers games to be rated in Australia last month...
News These Five Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (September 3-17)
The first batch for September!
Microsoft has just detailed its new Xbox Game Pass additions for the first half of September, and while this roundup doesn't include anything we didn't already know about, it is a nice lineup - featuring day one first-party release Age of Mythology: Retold. Here's when you can go hands on with Microsoft's new RTS,...
Rumour Microsoft Reportedly Working On Multiple Transformers Projects
Both for a 2024 release?
A rumour has begun circulating that Microsoft is working on two Transformers projects, both for release sometime this year. The rumour originates from Transformers-focused website TFW2005, which states that it has "received some intel on two video game projects" from Microsoft relating to the Transformers series. Now, we...
News Phil Spencer Talks About Two Activision Games That Xbox Missed Out On Signing
"I've made some of the worst game choice decisions"
During PAX West 2024, Xbox boss Phil Spencer hosted a 'Story Time' chat about the gaming industry, discussing many different aspects of the business - including some of Xbox's history. In that chat, Phil was asked about some of the biggest games that Microsoft 'missed out' on signing up, and the...
News Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Beta Is Available Now On Xbox Game Pass (August 30)
Live now for pre-orders and Game Pass members
The time has come to test out the newest Call of Duty game! Yep, the Black Ops 6 Beta is now live for Xbox Game Pass members and pre-order purchasers - and we've got quite a lot of time to get stuck into this chunk of the game's multiplayer offering. In total, Game Pass players have more than
Guide Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Beta Download Size, Start Times & Xbox Game Pass Details
Everything you need to know about the COD Beta
Call Of Duty's first Xbox Game Pass beta is upon us - with the Black Ops 6 early access beta being included in the subscription this weekend. Alternatively, pre-ordering the game will also grant early beta access, if you're not subscribed to Microsoft's service. We know lots of yo
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (August 29 - Sept. 1)
Come try out these Xbox titles!
Xbox's Free Play Days promotion for August leading into September is now live, with two games playable for free as part of your Xbox Game Pass subscription this weekend. While we may have a smaller selection than we're used to, these are two games that don't typically appear in the promo - and one of them is just a...
News Xbox Is Adding A Couple Of Major Features For Discord Users
Update: Now available in the August 2024 update
Update [Thu 29th Aug, 2024 06:00 BST]: This feature has now launched for everyone in the latest Xbox update. You can find out more in the original story below and Xbox Wire. "It’s now easier to get updates when one of your Discord friends is playing, chatting, or streaming. Now you can jump into...
News Xbox IP Spotted In Upcoming PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot
Update: Sony makes it official
Update [Thu 29th Aug, 2024 05:00 BST]: Following the apparent video leak, Sony has now provided an update on the PlayStation blog, mentioning how the Crash Bandicoot IP and more will feature in the new Astro Bot game (thanks
News 'Core Keeper' Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (August 27)
A new survival game with 8-player co-op!
Welcome to another Xbox Game Pass update! Today, Minecraft-like survival game Core Keeper is joining Game Pass, as we near the end of another big month for the service. There are some definite Terraria vibes with this one as well thanks to its camera perspective, but without further ado, here's your...
News Here's Over An Hour Of Fresh Gameplay From Xbox RPG Avowed
A deep dive on the Game Pass title
Throughout the last week or so, Obsidian's Avowed has been a massive part of Xbox's presence at the Gamescom 2024 industry event. We saw new gameplay, read some early previews, and learnt about
News Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Multiplayer Trailer Lands Ahead Of Xbox Game Pass Beta
Jump into MP later this week!
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is getting its multiplayer beta later this week, and ahead of that little BO6 taster on Xbox Game Pass, the team has just dropped an introductory trailer for the game's multiplayer suite. So, as expected, we've thrown this trailer up above for you all to enjoy. And remember, a slice of Black...
News Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake Tech Specs & Frame Rate Revealed For Xbox
Konami spills the beans
As part of a busy preview period for the industry in and around Gamescom, multiple outlets have gone hands on with Konami's Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, and these previews have delivered some new-gen tech specs for the upcoming MGS3 remake. Over at
Rumour Black Myth: Wukong 'Memory Leak' Has Caused Xbox Series X|S Delay
"The game has not passed Xbox's bug detection tests"
Black Myth: Wukong has been a bit of a phenomenon since its PC and PS5 launch earlier this month, in fact, it's been a massive story since its very first reveal. However, the Xbox version has been delayed indefinitely, and a new rumour aims to shed some light on exactly why we haven't se
News Avowed Gets Massive Uncut Gameplay Demo During Xbox's Final Gamescom Event For 2024
It's looking very far along!
Avowed is proving to be one of Xbox's big stars for Gamescom 2024 - it's getting lots of air time through various previews, interviews and
Talking Point Does Microsoft Have A '30FPS' Problem With Its Xbox Series X|S Output?
Or is it a non-issue?
With the confirmation that Obsidian's Avowed is aiming for a 30FPS frame rate target on Xbox Series consoles, we're starting to see some heated discussion on the topic and whether it's becoming a bit of an issue for Xbox. Microsoft's last three major first-party releases (Forza aside) have all launched at 30FPS in Redfall,...
News Fable Creator Explains How His New Game Is Set In The Same World
"But it's not actually Fable 5 or anything like that"
One of the most surprising moments during Gamescom Opening Night Live this week was when the Fable creator and former Lionhead founder, Peter Molyneux, walked out on stage and introduced his new PC title Masters of Albion. He's apparently got t
News Avowed Early Previews Are Looking Positive Ahead Of Xbox Game Pass Launch Next February
"It's fantastic"
Xbox's Avowed now has its launch date locked and loaded for Feb. 2025, which means we're bound to see and hear much more about the Game Pass RPG in the coming weeks and months. Right now, Gamescom 2024 is going on in Germany, which is proving to be a great place for more Avowed; we're starting to see some previews hit the we
News Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Is Playable Three Days Early With Xbox Game Pass Upgrade
Say hello to the Digital Premium upgrade
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has been in the news plenty as of late, but how about some more information on the actual game itself? Well, we know it's arriving day one on Xbox Game Pass, but you can actually play the title three days early with the team's 'Premium Upgr