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News Biomutant's Latest Trailer Shows Us A Beautiful World We Want To Live In
What a wonderful world
Biomutant has the potential to be a surprise hit this year. We're only a few weeks away from its release, and THQ Nordic is ramping up the marketing for the game. The latest trailer focuses on the game's world, and honestly, it's gorgeous. Up until now, a lot of Biomutant's footage has focused on the elaborate and downright...
Random This Xbox Game Pass Advert Is The Weirdest One Yet
Yeah, we’re not sure what to feel about this
In something we can never un-see, Xbox has shared a strange and weird Xbox Game Pass trailer, which attempts to convey some of the quality titles available on the service. Embodying the spirit of classic American sitcoms, the trailer replicates the intro to shows of that nature. Featuring a family of...
News Here's A Sneak Peek At A New Dynamic Background Coming To Xbox Series X & S
It looks lovely
Dynamic backgrounds are one of the features that differentiate the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S from the Xbox One. They're something PlayStation has had for a while, and finally made their way to us this generation. The initial selection comes with a fair few, but a look at a new upcoming theme shows us what's coming next. The...
News Just Die Already Is Bringing Its Old Age Pensioner Playground To Xbox This May
Fight back against the younger generation
Update: We finally have a date for when you’ll be able to play this unique old people simulator, as it’s been confirmed to be launching for Xbox One on May 20. You can check out the brand-new date announcement trailer above! If you’re a fan of games such as Goat Simulator, then you’re probably...
News These 13 Games Are Getting FPS Boosts On Xbox Series X
It's a 120 frames per-second paradise!
Oh, we have got a treat for fans of 120fps gaming! Microsoft has revealed today that no less than 13 EA games are getting FPS Boosts on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and 12 of them now run at 120fps on Xbox Series X. Here's the full list, complete with specifications for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S:...
Talking Point Would You Still Buy An Xbox Without Game Pass In 2021?
Has it become an essential add-on?
This week brought us the news that Xbox Game Pass reportedly now has 23 million subscribers, which means that five million more people have signed up since January. Those are some pretty insane numbers! And it's not really a surprise. Xbox Game Pass has been firing on all cylinders this year, from the inclusion of...
News Human: Fall Flat Is Getting An Xbox Series X Upgrade 'Very Soon'
As a lovely free upgrade for current owners
In the growing trend of every game and the kitchen sink coming over to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, developer No Brakes Games has confirmed Human: Fall Flat will be getting a free upgrade. In a blog post from the company, it was celebrated that the game has reached over 25 million players since its...
News EA Says 'Get Ready For A Full Reveal' Of The Next Battlefield Soon
"It has everything we love about Battlefield"
EA hasn't been quiet when it comes to development on the upcoming entry in the Battlefield series. We know it's currently being made, and we know it's coming this year. Yet, despite all the information we know, we haven't actually seen the game - but that's about to change soon, as the company has...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator's Xbox Series X Port Is 'Going Awesome'
"Most of the work is now on the experience side"
There's undoubtedly a lot of excitement surrounding the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this summer, and the team at Asobo has shared some latest progress details for those versions. Speaking as part of the official Flight Sim SDK Q&A yesterday on Twitch,...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About NieR Replicant
The verdict so far
This Friday marks the release of NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139..., which is a remastered version of the original PS3 game NieR Replicant from 2010, released at the time as Nier Gestalt on Xbox 360. The first reviews of the remaster have gone live today, and we've gathered a quick overview below: Destructoid (8.5/10):...
News BT Is Offering A Discount On Xbox Game Pass, But Don't Get Too Excited
Cash back!
If you've been holding off on signing up for Xbox Game Pass and happen to be a BT broadband user in the UK, then the company is offering the deal of a lifetime. Okay, so it's really not, but a saving is a saving, right? BT broadband customers are being offered the ability to add Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to their bill. The addition is...
News Good News, Forza Motorsport Playtest Invites Are Starting To Be Sent Out
Were you one of the lucky ones?
Earlier this month we got word that the upcoming Forza Motorsport would be getting a variety of free playtests. The reason is to approach a new method to development, and allow fans to shape the game ahead of launch. It's now been confirmed that the first batch of invitations have gone out, with more expected over...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (April 22-25)
Experience one of the finest story-driven shooters of all time
It's time for another batch of Free Play Days titles! Two 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 one of the self-proclaimed "finest story-driven shooters of all time" in...
News The Creative Director Of Marvel's Avengers Has Jumped Ship
Says the game is still in "good hands"
It's been a difficult period for Crystal Dynamics since the launch of Marvel's Avengers on multiple platforms last September. While Square Enix is promising to stick with it (even after the game failed to recoup development costs) - not everyone on the team will be continuing on. O
News Necromunda: Hired Gun Is Really Starting To Look Impressive
Woah!
We first got wind of Necromunda: Hired Gun last month, as a Microsoft Store listing prematurely showed the game before its reveal. The initial trailer looked really promising, but this latest one has blown us away with how impressive it truly looks. The new FPS set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe looks like the perfect marriage of DOOM and...
News Life Is Strange: True Colors' Opening Scene Showcases The Leap In Visuals
It's looking seriously impressive
Life Is Strange: True Colors is expected to launch on September 10, but in the meantime Square Enix has provided a look at the game's opening scene which demonstrates an extraordinary leap in the series' graphics engine. The scene in question introduces us to Alex Chen, the game's protagonist, who spends the scene...
News Rain On Your Parade Boasts A Massive Launch On Xbox Game Pass
"We're absolutely FLOORED by the reception"
Rain on Your Parade may have only dropped into Xbox Game Pass last week, but it's already managed to rake in a huge amount of players in less than seven days. The developer Unbound Creations has reported over a colossal 150,000 players have dived into it since its release. We know smaller games joining...
Guide New To MLB The Show? Here Are Five Tips To Help You Get Started On Xbox Game Pass
It's time to step up to the plate
Welcome to The Show! This year marks the very first time MLB The Show has ever been available on the Xbox platform, and it just so happens that MLB The Show 21 has also launched into Xbox Game Pass on day one. We've already reviewed the game here at Pure Xbox, but we've been hearing from some members of the Pure...
News Players Who Had Their Inventory Wiped In Outriders Are About To Get A Nice Surprise
As a way of saying sorry
Outriders got hit with a nasty bug at launch which saw certain players’ inventories getting wiped. While the issue has seemingly been prevented from happening again, those affected are still yet to receive their old goods back. But it’s not all bad news, as it seems those players may be getting back equipment better than...
News Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Now Has 23 Million Subscribers
That's five million more since January!
In recent months Xbox Game Pass has been knocking it out of the park with gargantuan releases, and that's reportedly been shown in its user base. As of April 20, it's said to have grown to 23 million subscribers. The claim comes from industry insider Jez Corden, who shared the statement on Twitter. The huge...
Guide All 50+ Free Games That No Longer Require Xbox Live Gold
You don't need to pay a thing!
Update (April 2021): Microsoft has now officially unlocked 50+ free-to-play games across various Xbox consoles for all users, meaning you no longer need an Xbox Live Gold membership to play them online. We've updated the full list of supported titles below! Original story (January 2021): We're sure you've seen by...
News As Of Today, Free Games No Longer Require Xbox Live Gold
"Free-to-play now means free-to-play"
Microsoft has announced today that the Xbox Live Gold restriction has officially been removed from all free-to-play games on the Xbox platform, meaning that you don't need to pay anything in order to play them on your Xbox console. The decision to do this was originally announced back in January following a...
News Xbox Is Giving Away A Brand-New Gold Sea of Thieves Controller
A lovely piece of booty
We've seen some really wonderful looking controllers since the Xbox Series X launch. The only problem is, most of them are locked behind competitions, and this Sea of Thieves controller is the latest offender. This beautiful golden designed controller is any pirate lords dream and a true piece of booty to show off to all...
News Tales Of Arise Finally Arrives On Xbox This September
About time!
After being pushed indefinitely out of last year, Bandai Namco has finally revealed that Tales of Arise will be coming to Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Xbox One on September 10 in the West. As reported by Famitsu and confirmed in a Japanese trailer, the game finally has a launch date. It was originally announced during Xbox's
Video Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown Gets A New Cinematic Trailer
And confirmed platforms
Nacon has today unveiled the latest cinematic trailer for the upcoming Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, but unfortunately it doesn't treat us to any new gameplay footage or details on the racer for the time being. However, in a press release, it was confirmed that more information will be available in July 2021, so it looks...
News AMD’s FidelityFX Tools Are Now Supported For Xbox Series X & S
"This development is very exciting to all at AMD"
Microsoft hosted the developer-focused Game Stack Live 2021 event yesterday, and as part of the show, AMD confirmed that its AMD FidelityFX toolkit is now available for developers to use on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. FidelityFX is described as helping to deliver "ultimate visual quality with...
News Phil Spencer Congratulates Sony On The Release Of MLB The Show 21
"Really great to have the game out for everyone"
You may have missed it, but a little game known as MLB The Show 21 hit Xbox this week. But that's not all - it's also a Sony published game which just happens to have hit Xbox Game Pass. To mark its arrival, Xbox boss Phil Spencer has congratulated Sony on the unprecedented launch. After years of...
News Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic Remake Being Developed By Aspyr, Say Reports
You're getting our hopes up!
Star Wars fans have been asking for a reboot or remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic for years now, and it really does look like we're going to finally get something along those lines - at least eventually. It was reported at the start of the year by a couple of sources that some kind of KOTOR project was in...
News Xbox Series X Controller Support Rolls Out On iOS Next Week
Finally!
We've known about Xbox Series X controller support being in beta testing on iOS devices for a while now, but last night's Spring Loaded Event from Apple confirmed the update is rolling out publicly sometime next week. iOS 14.5 has been in an extended beta testing cycle, but will finally be made public on the week commencing April 26...
News Mystical Adventure Grotto Warps Onto Xbox Later This Year
And it looks gorgeous
Brainwash Gang has announced that narrative-driven game Grotto will be heading to Xbox One later this year. The stylistic mystical adventure sees players controller the Soothsayer - a mysterious being who lives inside a grotto, who is sought out by a local tribe for his help to read upon the stars. The unique premise has you...
News Celeste Developer Announces New '2D Explor-Action' Game, Earthblade
"I am so excited about this project"
Celeste was an absolute achievement in video game design, perfectly blending an emotional narrative with its hard-as-nails gameplay. It was never frustrating, but rather a constant testament to your own strengths. Developer Extremely OK Games knocked it out of the park, so the announcement of their new game...
News GameStop Will Have 'Sizable' Stock Of Xbox Series X Consoles This Wednesday
But only through Xbox All Access
It's that time again! GameStop has announced today that it will have "sizable" stock of Xbox Series X consoles as soon as this Wednesday, April 21, but they will only be available through the Xbox All Access program. The consoles will be released online beginning at 9am CT, as highlighted below: If you're not...
News Phil Spencer: Console Streaming Is Still Coming To Xbox Game Pass
"At some point it will, not yet"
Xbox boss Phil Spencer has been very talkative on social media lately, and has even been updating fans on current developments within the company. One of the questions posed to Spencer yesterday was in regards to Xbox Cloud Gaming coming to consoles, to which he confirmed it's still on the cards. When asked if...
News Another Six Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (April 30)
They're getting ready to move out
Update: Microsoft has now confirmed that the following titles will leave on April 30, rather than May 1. Original story: Microsoft has unveiled the next set of six games that will be removed from Xbox Game Pass in the early part of May 2021, with the most notable of the bunch arguably being the popular 2020 party...
Rumour Don't Expect Gears 6 At E3, Xbox Has 'Too Much Else Going On'
Sounds like there's plenty more to keep us happy
Some good news - Xbox allegedly has a lot to show us at this year's E3. The bad news? One of those titles won't be the next Gears entry according to one industry insider. In Jeff Grubb's latest Game Mess Show, he was asked by one viewer the probability of Gears 6 being showcased during Xbox's E3...
Review MLB The Show 21 - Xbox Fans, It's Finally Time To Play Ball
Welcome to The Show
Baseball fans never thought they'd see this moment arrive, but it's finally here! MLB The Show 21 is officially an Xbox game, not to mention a day one Xbox Game Pass addition, and seeing the little PlayStation intro sequence as you boot it up definitely takes some getting used to! Full disclaimer, we're not hardcore veterans of...
News These Five Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (April 22-30)
The latest batch of titles
The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today unveiled another five games coming to the service soon, including the previously announced Second Extinction and the Destroy All Humans! remake. Here's a list of what's on the way in the near future: Date Game Platform April...
News Square Enix Has Plans To Make An Appearance At E3 2021
"Please keep your eyes peeled"
Along with companies such as Xbox and Ubisoft, it seems Square Enix is now joining the billing for E3 - despite not making an official announcement. As spotted and transcribed by Video Games Chronicle (thanks!), an interview at Japanese publication
News Terrifying Cult Classic Song Of Horror Creeps Its Way Onto Xbox This May
Count us... out
It's been out on PC for a while now and become something of a cult hit among the community since its release, and now Song of Horror is making the leap to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on May 28. Players control one of 13 different characters in this new take on the survival-horror genre. Much like the horrifying entities that stalk...
News Xbox Is Getting A Neat New Audio Feature For Higher Fidelity Sound
She call me Mr Boombastic
The Xbox Preview Program is getting some really cool features this week. Outside of having the ability to view all active Quick Resume titles, members can also use an Audio Passthrough feature, which will provide a welcome audio boost. For those that don't know, Audio Passthrough uses apps such as Netflix or Amazon Prime...
News Sony's MLB The Show 21 Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Stepping up to the plate
Ready to step up to the plate? Sony San Diego's MLB The Show 21 is now officially available with Xbox Game Pass, with two versions available - one for Xbox One, and one for Xbox Series X & S. You're looking at a download size of just over 70GB on Xbox Series X, and 45GB on Xbox Series S and Xbox One consoles, and don't...
Deals 300+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (April 20-27)
It's a pretty huge selection this week
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection features discounts on over 300 games (!), spanning Deals with Gold and Spotlight sales, as well as LEGO / Resident Evil Franchise Sales and an Un-Halloween Horror Sale! We've highlighted a few of the most notable Xbox games offers in this...
News WRC 9 Has Dropped To A Ridiculously Low Price On The UK Xbox Store
Update: It's even cheaper now!
Update (Tue 20th Apr, 2021 10:45 BST): This deal is getting better by the day! WRC 9 has now been slapped with a 60% discount on the Microsoft Store in the UK, bringing it to the ridiculous price of just £3.19. We're again assuming this is a mistake, but who knows! In any case, this is a fantastic deal. Original...
News Yes, Lady Dimitrescu Will Stalk You In Resident Evil Village
This is either a blessing or a curse
The marketing campaign for Resident Evil Village is in full swing, so low and behold, we have some tasty new details. The most notable being that Lady Dimitrescu will stalk players throughout the game, much akin to Mr X from Resident Evil 2 Remake. A whole bunch of previews from the latest entry have gone live...
News Finally, Xbox Is Adding The Ability To View All Active Quick Resume Games On Series X
No more hidden running games
One of the best features on Xbox Series X|S is the ability to put games into a Quick Resume state, but the main problem people have had is not being able to see which games have been left running in the background. Thankfully, Xbox has been listening to our feedback and is introducing a way to help make this easier. As...
Random Tut Tut, Phil Spencer Has Been Playing Octopath Traveler During His Meetings
Ommmm, I'm telling!
We all know Phil Spencer loves his games. When he's not working he can often be found hitting up Destiny 2 with other Xbox fans, or even playing it while sitting in the airport. Well, Mr. Spencer has really dropped himself in it now, as he's admitted (again) he's been play
News Mind-Bending Lemnis Gate Launches On Xbox Series X This Summer
The best of wits and brawn
Just when you think the turn-based genre can't do anything fresh, here comes Lemnis Gate which aims to bring something new to the table. It's launching on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One this Summer. Trying to explain the game is a bit of task, but the basic premise is players using a 25 second time loop to attempt to take...
Video New NieR Replicant Trailer Highlights Tons Of New Features
More than a new lick of paint
We're so close to NieR Replicant we can almost taste it, but that hasn't stopped Square Enix from dropping new details, the latest of which showcases some of the new content coming to the game. While it could have easily just been a simple remaster of the original game, the team has gone above and beyond to not only...
News Get Ready, More FPS Boosts Are Coming 'Soon' To Xbox Series X
We're writing our wishlists
Ready for the next set of FPS Boosts for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S? We haven't seen any additions since five Bethesda games were highlighted back in mid-March, but it looks like the next batch will be with us imminently. This is according to Xbox director of program management Jason Ronald, who was asked earlier...
News Here's What's Included In The Xbox April 2021 Update
The latest new features for April
The Xbox April 2021 update has reportedly begun rolling out now to all Xbox users, and while it's not the biggest update we've seen over the past 12 months, it does add a few cool features and quality-of-life improvements. Here's a brief overview of what's on the way, with more details available at Xbox Wire:...
