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News Here Are Your Xbox Games With Gold For August 2021
Another four games are on the way
Microsoft has officially announced all four Xbox Games With Gold titles for August 2021! These games are available to download for free for Xbox Live Gold members (including subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate). Here's the complete list of titles you can look forward to in August: Xbox Series X / Xbox One:...
News The Forgotten City Is Out Now On Xbox, But It's Not Coming To Game Pass 'At This Time'
Clearing up the confusion
Once a Skyrim mod and now a fully-fledged game in its own right, The Forgotten City has materialised onto Xbox and is ready for you to uncover all of its mysteries. A since deleted tweet from Xbox revealed
News Haven't Got Into The Halo Infinite Beta? Don't Worry, More Previews Are On The Way
You'll hopefully get to play soon
You may have seen your friends, family and possibly even a few rivals receive their invitation to the first technical preview for Halo Infinite over the past 24 hours. You're probably sitting there a little bit miffed, constantly refreshing your inbox in the hope of being invited. But don't worry, there are said to...
Feature Everything You Need To Know About The Ascent On Xbox Game Pass
Game details, release times, pre-load info & more
We're still right in the midst of the Microsoft Flight Simulator excitement on Xbox Game Pass right now, but we've already got another major day one release hitting the service this Thursday, July 29 in the form of The Ascent. Ahead of its release, we've put together a quick guide so you know what...
Talking Point Where Have You Been Flying In Microsoft Flight Simulator?
Which parts of the globe have you explored so far?
After a slightly turbulent start with a big day one update and a few teething issues, Microsoft Flight Simulator has officially landed for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and there's been massive excitement surrounding its release. Naturally, many of us will have jumped into the tutorials before...
News Microsoft CEO: Xbox Series X & Series S Are Our 'Fastest Selling Consoles Ever'
"We're all in on games"
Despite chip shortages and people still struggling to pick up a next-gen console amongst scalpers, it's been said that the Xbox Series X and Series S are Microsoft's "fastest selling consoles ever". The claim comes from Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, who made the comment during the company's recent earnings call (transcribed...
News How To Install Microsoft Flight Simulator's World Updates On Xbox
Increase the visual quality of various regions
By now you've hopefully had a chance to at least try Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S and marvel at its wonderful visuals. But did you know you can make it look even better (for free)? Over the past year, the team at Asobo Studio has been releasing a series of world updates,...
News Halo Infinite Multiplayer Technical Preview Invites Have Been Sent Out
The action gets underway this weekend
Following on from the news the Halo Infinite multiplayer technical preview could happen as soon as this weekend, 343 Industries has now made it official - with invitations arriving in inboxes around the globe right now. From 29th July to 1st August, select participants will be able to experience the first...
News Xbox Revenue Up 11% In FY21 Q4 Results, Driven By Series X|S Sales
Hardware revenue increased by 172%
Microsoft reported the latest earnings results today for the quarter ended June 30, 2021, and as expected, the Xbox division has benefited from an increase in revenue compared to last year, driven by Xbox Series X|S sales. The increase is $357 million or 11%, with Xbox hardware revenue getting a whopping 172%...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About The Forgotten City
The Skyrim mod turned mystery adventure game
There's been a lot of interest in The Forgotten City, which releases this Wednesday and is a reimagining of the Skyrim mod of the same name, turning it from an action-RPG into a mystery adventure title. Keep in mind this has been developed by a core team of just three people, so it's not a major AAA...
Guide Xbox Summer Spotlight: Earn Gift Cards & Microsoft Rewards Points By Buying Games
Get rewarded for purchasing select titles
The Xbox Summer Spotlight 2021 promotion has begun today, highlighting "some of the most anticipated games of the season". And if you buy enough of them, you can
PSA Microsoft Flight Simulator Has An Immediate 27GB Update For Xbox Series X, Series S
Your flight has been delayed
If you were hoping to start playing Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox Series X and Series S as soon as possible, we've got some bad news, as Asobo Studio has pushed out an immediate 27GB update for the game. You'll need to download this before you can start playing Flight Sim in any fashion, as even the offline mode...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Is Now Available For Xbox Series X, Series S
Included with Xbox Game Pass
Update: Be warned, Microsoft Flight Simulator has an immediate 27GB update for Series X and Series S that has been pushed live at the time of release. You'll unfortunately need to complete this before you can start playing! Original story: It's time for take-off! Microsoft Flight Simulator is officially now available f
Random Xbox Partners With July To Create Limited Edition Series S Suitcase
But sadly, you can't buy it
Here's a random little collaboration between Xbox and luggage creator July, who have teamed up to create a special limited edition Xbox Series S branded suitcase, but unfortunately there's no way of actually buying it. Instead, it's being gifted to influencers and being given away as part of competitions. Keep in mind...
Feature 5 Activities To Try First In Microsoft Flight Simulator For Xbox Series X, Series S
Hey, I can see my house from here!
After months and months of waiting, Microsoft Flight Simulator officially drops for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on Xbox Game Pass today, and it's safe to say it's going to be a massive hit. The game is undoubtedly a technical masterpiece and a true 'next-gen' title, so we can't wait to see how it fares on...
News Xbox Series X|S Seagate Expansion Card Returns To Lowest UK Price Yet
For all your next-gen storage needs
If you're an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S owner, the only way you can play next-gen games right now is via those consoles' internal storage, or via a special Seagate 1TB Expansion Card which admittedly is very costly. However, Amazon in the UK has now dropped the price to its joint lowest figure yet, going from...
News Death's Door Celebrates 100k Players In Its First Week
"Thank you so much for the support"
We just can't stop talking about Death's Door right now, which has received massive critical acclaim since its release on July 20, and it's officially been played by 100,000 people on Xbox and PC over the past week. This news was revealed by developer Acid Nerve on Twitter, thanking fans "so much for the support...
News Here Are The Release Times For Microsoft Flight Simulator On Xbox Game Pass
Today's the day!
Update (Tue 27th Jul, 2021 12:30 BST): Happy Microsoft Flight Simulator day! The game will be live on Xbox Series X and Series S (with Game Pass) in just a few short hours, and all the times you need are above and below. Original story (Sat 24th Jul, 2021 10:00 BST): We're sure you're well aware by this point that Microsoft Flight...
Guide How To Cut Microsoft Flight Simulator's Xbox Download Size In Half
Drop the size from 97GB to 42GB
Microsoft Flight Simulator is the talk of the town for Xbox Series X and Series S owners right now, but regardless of which system you own, you might be worried about the effect of its 97GB download size on your storage space. Fortunately, there is actually a way of reducing that size by up to a whopping 59.7 GB,...
Deals 50+ Games Added To This Week's Xbox Sales (July 27-August 3)
Alongside the huge Xbox Summer Sale
It's time for another set of Xbox deals! This week's selection is smaller than usual due to the ongoing Xbox Summer Sale (also known as the 'Ultimate Game Sale'), which still has a couple of weeks left to run until Friday, August 6. We've highlighted a few of the most notable Xbox games offers in this week's new...
Gallery The 11 Unique Biomes Of Forza Horizon 5
Seasons will also return
Forza Horizon 5 is headed to Mexico this November. The game's creative director Mike Brown has previously explained how it's a country with the "whole world" in one place - ranging from snowy mountains, epic canyons to beautiful historic cities - making it the perfect location to hold the festival. Now in an official...
News Splitgate's Immense Popularity Has Caused It To Be Delayed Until August
But the Beta will remain available
Free-to-play shooter Splitgate has been a massive success story for developer 1047 games since the launch of its Beta earlier this month, but the downside is that the servers haven't been able to cope with the incredible demand. As a result, the team has announced today that the full launch of the game has been...
News Yes, There's A Way To Play Microsoft Flight Simulator Offline On Xbox
But it comes with some drawbacks
There's been a bit of confusion surrounding whether Microsoft Flight Simulator will be playable offline on Xbox Series X and Series S when it launches this Tuesday, but we've got official confirmation that it will be. Like in the PC version, there will be a dedicated offline option for those who don't have the best...
News Assassin's Creed Valhalla Gets A New 23GB Update This Week, Here's What's Included
We also have a date for The Siege of Paris!
The latest update arrives tomorrow for Assassin's Creed Valhalla, and it's a big one, clocking in at 23.79GB on Xbox Series X and Series S, and 17.2GB on Xbox One. But what's included? A lot, actually! Firstly, we've got confirmation that the second expansion, The Siege of Paris, will be dropping on...
News Mortal Kombat 11 Has Now Sold More Than 12 Million Copies Worldwide
Safe to say it's been a huge success
Warner Bros. Games has announced today that NetherRealm's Mortal Kombat 11 has sold more than 12 million copies worldwide, and the Mortal Kombat franchise as a whole has now sold 73 million "videogame units" to date. In a statement, creator Ed Boon had the following to say about the huge milestone: “When...
Talking Point What Are You Buying In The Xbox Summer Sale?
Splashing the cash? Picking up a bargain?
The Xbox team sprung the 2021 Xbox Summer Sale on us last Friday, featuring discounts on over 500 games, bundles and add-ons - from the original Xbox all the way up to Xbox Series X and Series S optimised titles. If you haven't had a chance to sample what's on offer yet, you'll find a range of guides below:...
News Raji: An Ancient Epic Is Getting A Lot Of Love On Xbox Game Pass
"So visually stunning, it deserves to be played"
It's been a fantastic month for Xbox Game Pass, and one of the additions that might have gone under your radar is Raji: An Ancient Epic, an action-adventure game set in ancient India which has been receiving plenty of praise. Xbox fans have been taking to social media to share their thoughts on the...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Microsoft Flight Simulator For Xbox Series X|S
Has it nailed the landing?
Prepare for boarding, because Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S will be available with Xbox Game Pass in just 24 hours' time! Without a doubt, it's going to be a very popular release. Ahead of the Tuesday, July 27 launch, a select few outlets have been given access to an early copy of the...
Feature These Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (July 26-30)
Including two major Game Pass launches
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and we've got a very busy week ahead, with plenty of intriguing releases, loads of Game Pass additions and the arrival of Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Series S! As it stands, here's what's coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One this...
Random Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Is Joining In With The Death's Door 'Excitement'
Like everyone else, he's loving it!
Death's Door was the talk of the Xbox community last week, receiving immense critical acclaim including a 10/10 rating in our review here at Pure Xbox, and even Xbox boss Phil Spencer has been joining in the fun! Spencer replied to the development team last week on Twitter, congratulating them on the launch and...
News After Just A Few Months, GTA V Is Leaving Xbox Game Pass Again
It's another short stay for Grand Theft Auto
The ultra-popular GTA V only stuck around for a short while when it was introduced to Xbox Game Pass last year, and the same will seemingly be happening again in 2021, as it's been listed for removal on the official app. Grand Theft Auto V was added to Xbox Game Pass back in early April, which means it's...
News Two More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass (July 26)
A couple of original Xbox classics!
It's Game Pass day! We've got another two games entering the service across console and cloud today, and they're both classic original Xbox games in the form of Blinx: The Time Sweeper and Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today: Blinx: The Time...
Hardware Review PowerA's FUSION Pro 2 Controller - An Affordable Alternative To Xbox's Elite Series
A worthy budget option for advanced gaming
The Xbox Elite Series controller is an impressive piece of kit, but it's certainly expensive, and it's also been faced with some users reporting stick drift issues - something which caused Microsoft to actually increase the warranty. In comparison, PowerA's FUSION Pro 2 Controller, which manages to make a...
News Replaced Dev Praises Xbox For 'Actually Caring About The Indie Market'
"They really give a chance to small studios"
The team behind the retro-futuristic 2.5D platformer Replaced, which is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S via Game Pass in 2022, has heavily praised Microsoft for "actually caring about the indie market". In an interview with Twinfinite, Sad Cat Studios co-founder Igor Gritsay explained...
Feature Excited For EA's Lost In Random? Check Out Alice: Madness Returns On Xbox Game Pass
We're all mad down here
Earlier this week we finally got a confirmed release date for Lost in Random, a new upcoming platformer under the EA Originals banner. It looks devilishly charming, with Tim Burton-esque visuals, platforming and a world we can't wait to get lost in. The bad news is there are still two months until we can finally play it. But...
Guide Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In July 2021
The latest Game Pass reveals and updates
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games coming soon in July 2021? It can be pretty difficult to keep track of all the comings and goings in the world of Xbox Game Pass every week, so we've put together this handy guide to provide an overview of what's coming to Xbox Game Pass this July, as well as...
News Xbox Is Getting A New 'Game Pass' Themed Dynamic Background
Available now for Xbox Insiders
If you're a fan of the new dynamic backgrounds on the Xbox Series X|S, you'll be pleased to hear Microsoft will soon be releasing another one. While it's not officially available just yet, Xbox Insiders have already got their hands on it. Introducing the new "Game Pass" theme - channelling Microsoft's video game...
Pick One Which Of These Xbox Olympics Games Is Your Favourite?
Remember, you can only pick one!
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, to celebrate the start of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, we thought we'd take a look at the short history of official Olympics games that have released for Xbox over the years. The most recent, of course, is the game of Tokyo 2020, which is free to try with Xbox Free...
Feature Everything You Need To Know About Microsoft Flight Simulator On Xbox Game Pass
Game details, release times, pre-load info & more
The sky is calling! After what feels like the longest waiting period, Microsoft Flight Simulator is finally making its Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S debut this coming Tuesday, July 27, and we're eager to get into the cockpit! Ahead of its release, we've put together a quick guide so you know what...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 24th)
Anyone for some Death's Door?
Welcome to the weekend! There's lots to check out on Xbox over the next couple of days, including a batch of Xbox Game Pass additions, three more Free Play Days titles, and the usual set of weekly sales. Oh, and
News Halo Infinite's Multiplayer Technical Preview 'Could Happen As Soon As Next Weekend'
"Stay frosty"
343 Industries has released its latest Halo Infinite 'Insider Infinite' blog update for the month of July - it covers flighting and what to expect from the upcoming multiplayer technical preview. Towards the end of the update, the developer mentions how it has been "given the okay" to reveal that its first "Bot-focused" technical...
Mini Review Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 - The Official Video Game - A Worthy Competitor
Included with Free Play Days this weekend
Update: With the Olympics beginning in real life today, and Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 included with this weekend's batch of Free Play Days titles, we're republishing this review to help you decide if you fancy trying it! Original story: Whether you should consider picking up the official game of this year's...
News Ahead Of Joining Xbox Game Pass, Hades Just Won 'Game Of The Year' At GDC 2021
It's going to be a fun August
The Xbox Game Pass releases are coming thick and fast at the moment, and another highly anticipated arrival this August comes in the form of roguelike dungeon crawler Hades, set to join the service on August 13. In the meantime, the game just won yet another award to add to its list of accolades, scooping Game of the...
Deals All Classic Xbox Games In The Xbox Summer Sale 2021
Xbox 360 and original Xbox titles
The Xbox Summer Sale is here! This year's sale features discounts on over 500 games, bundles and add-ons, available from Friday, July 23rd until Friday, August 6th. Below, we've included all Xbox 360 and original Xbox games available in the Xbox Summer Sale 2021, and fortunately all of them are backwards compatible...
News Respawn Entertainment Is Working On A 'Brand-New Single-Player Adventure'
Set in a "unique universe"
Respawn Entertainment, the developer behind Apex Legends, Titanfall and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, has announced it's working on a brand-new single-player adventure game, currently in its early stages. This was revealed on Twitter by Respawn creative director Mohammed Alavi, who described the team working on the...
News Don't Worry, Microsoft Flight Simulator 'Maintains A High Standard' On Xbox Series S
"The two consoles have left me consistently in awe"
We're expecting to see a fair few previews for Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S crop up over the next few days, and Windows Central is one of the outlets that has been first to the punch. In their preview, they've highlighted the differences between the Xbox Series X...
News The Dead Space Remake Will 'Never' Have Microtransactions, Says EA
"We're learning from mistakes"
Developer EA Motive spoke to IGN yesterday following the reveal of the Dead Space remake at EA Play Live 2021, confirming various details about the game including that microtransactions won't be involved whatsoever. This was stated by senior producer Phil Ducharme, who explained that the team is "looking at what can...
News Sniper Elite 4 Receives Free Upgrade For Xbox Series X, Series S
"Sniping has never looked better"
Sniper Elite 4 is the latest game to have received the next-gen upgrade treatment today, with an "enhanced" version now available as a free upgrade for Xbox Series X and Series S (included with Xbox Game Pass). The update is said to "deliver gorgeous visuals up to 4K on PS5 and Xbox Series X, super smooth 60 frames...
Deals The Best Bargains In The Xbox Summer Sale 2021
Amazing games with huge discounts!
The Xbox Summer Sale is here! This year's sale features discounts on over 500 games, bundles and add-ons, available from Friday, July 23rd until Friday, August 6th. Below, we've picked out some of the very best bargains available in the Xbox Summer Sale 2021, allowing you to pick up some highly discounted and/or...
News Xbox Game Studios Acquisition Helped Make Psychonauts 2 Bigger, Says Double Fine
"To quote the age-old adage, you know, money is time"
Psychonauts 2 began as a crowdfunded venture, before Microsoft later swooped in, picked up Double Fine and dropped a boat load of cash and extra time on the project. That's what some of the game's developers said in a recent report, which revealed how the acquisition helped the studio expand the...
