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News Dragon Age 4 Producer Shares Another Gorgeous Piece Of Concept Art For The Game
Get us to Minrathous
Dragon Age 4 seems like it's been in development for an eternity now, and we often forget it's still coming. But then, we get a couple of teases every now and then which remind us of its existence. This weekend, we got another one in the form of some more concept art, giving us a new look at the game. Shared by the game's...
News We'll Hopefully Get A Look At The Next Battlefield In May
"My understanding is they're probably looking at May"
EA announced back in early February that it would be officially unveiling the next Battlefield game in the Spring, and now it looks like May is the month in which we'll finally get a look at the 2021 title. This has been suggested by reliable industry insider Jeff Grubb as part of the GamesBeat...
Hardware Review Xbox Wireless Headset - Our Final Verdict
It's time to face the music
Microsoft's brand new Xbox Wireless Headset arrived in stores this week, so what is Pure Xbox's final verdict? Following on from our initial early impressions, we've now been able to give this new set of wireless cans a real workout and while they might not necessarily appeal to audiophiles out there, we're confident...
Pick One Which Of These Life Is Strange Games Is Your Favourite?
Remember, you can only pick one!
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, to celebrate the announcement of Life is Strange: True Colors (arriving this September), we thought we'd take a look back at the history of the series on Xbox. Which entry is your favourite? Remember, you can only pick one! Let's take a look at what we're working...
News Get Ready, Dolby Vision Support Is Coming To Games On Xbox Series X
"The feature is currently in testing"
There have been a fair few reports from Xbox Insiders over the past few days suggesting that Dolby Vision support might have rolled out to certain games on Xbox Series X and S, and now Microsoft has confirmed that is the case. Xbox senior marketing director Guy Welch highlighted this on Twitter earlier today,...
News New Artwork Revealed For Stalker 2, Minor Update To Follow Next Week
It'll be in attendance at the Xbox Indie Showcase
We're keeping a very keen eye on GSC Game World's upcoming survival horror FPS sequel S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, which arrives on Xbox Game Pass at some point later this year, and we've got some new artwork to share! It's been revealed as part of a clarification message on Twitter, where GSC explained that...
News Former Netflix Executive Joins Xbox As Director Of Global Partnerships
"I look forward to doing great things together"
Former Netflix and Twentieth Century Fox marketing executive Marcos Waltenberg has announced via the social media platform LinkedIn that he has joined the team at Xbox as director of Global Partnerships. In the post, he explained that he's had a "fantastic 5-year journey" at Netflix, and now he...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 20th)
Punch it, Chewie!
Welcome to the weekend! There's plenty to check out on Xbox over the next couple of days, including a bunch of new Xbox Game Pass titles for console and cloud, the arrival of EA Play on Xbox Game Pass for PC, two more Xbox Games with Gold additions, and another pretty
News It’s 2021, And There’s A New Zorro Game Coming To Xbox Series X
Update: Now pushed to June 2022
Update: Zorro: The Chronicles has since been pushed to June 2022. Original story: If you were around in the late 90s or early 2000s, Zorro was a big name in Western media, with films, video games, and more. Since then... not so much, but developer Bkom Studios has announced a new game based on the popular character...
News Xbox Studio Ninja Theory Unveils Its Brand-New Mocap Stage
Looks like it'll be used for Hellblade 2
The Xbox owned studio Ninja Theory has been pretty quiet over the past year aside from a couple of snippets of Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, but we do know that the company has just opened up a brand-new Mocap stage. This was revealed by Senua actor Melina Juergens on Twitter, who also provided a look at it:...
News MechWarrior 5 Brings Futuristic Combat To Xbox This May
Follow a quest for glory and revenge
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries first released on PC back in December of 2019, and now we've got official confirmation that it's coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on May 27 (thanks TheGamer). We haven't got many details just yet, but the first major DLC for the game – 'Heroes of the Innersphere'...
Random Xbox Controller Disconnects Lead To Weird Messages In Undertale
That's not creepy at all...
Toby Fox's cult-hit RPG Undertale got a surprise release on Xbox Game Pass earlier this week. While it's mostly the same game, it's also got a slot machine in it, which has bumped up the game's age rating. That's not all, though. Now that Xbox players have had more time with this release, many have discovered some funny...
News Remedy Dev Explains Downsides Of Developing For Xbox Series S
"The more hardware you have, the more you have to compromise"
We've had some varying reports on the Xbox Series S from different developers. Some have focused on it being a pretty easy system to develop for, while others have cited concerns over it being a less powerful console compared to the Xbox Series X. A developer on Control Ultimate Edition...
News Cyberpunk 2077's Patch 1.2 Will Attempt To Fix The Much Complained About Police AI
Along with some car related issues
CD Projekt Red has released some new information on the upcoming Patch 1.2 for Cyberpunk 2077. While there's still no release date, it has confirmed that certain requested elements will be changed in the update - one of the main aspects being police behaviour. Up until now, players have complained at how the...
News Sadly, Gotham Knights Has Been Delayed Until 2022
"We are giving the game more time"
The latest game to be delayed out of 2021 on Xbox this year is the highly anticipated Gotham Knights, which is being moved to next year in order to give the team more time to "deliver the best possible experience for players." Gotham Knights' official Twitter account revealed the news earlier today: Gotham...
News Rare Adds Sea Of Thieves Quest To Honour Dev Who Passed Away
"We hope that it captures Jim’s spirit"
Rare has added a new quest known as "The Legend of Glitterbeard" into Sea of Thieves. The new adventure has been made to honour James 'Jim' White, an apprentice data analyst who worked at the company and sadly passed away. As highlighted by True Achievements, in an effort to continue his legacy in the game,...
News Guacamelee! Dev Teasing 'Brand New Game' For The Xbox Indie Showcase
"It's something completely new from us"
Microsoft announced yesterday that it will be hosting an Indie Showcase next week on Friday, March 26th, and the Guacamelee! developer, DrinkBox, will be in attendance with a brand-new game. Amongst over 100 games being shown, DrinkBox has said they will be unveiling a "completely new" title during the show...
Random Xbox Is Up For An Award For The 'Best Use Of A Meme'
All thanks to the Xbox Series S leak
Xbox had a huge year in 2020, but one of its biggest moments didn't come directly from the company. Back in September, the Xbox Series S leaked for the world to see. How did Xbox react? With a good old meme. Due to the incredible interaction and quick thinking, Xbox is up for a "Best Use Of A Meme" award at The...
News Thanks To Smart Delivery, Marvel's Avengers Is A Much Easier Upgrade On Xbox Than PS5
You've got to love Smart Delivery
We're not here to start a console war with PlayStation or anything, but we have to point out that the new next-gen version of Marvel's Avengers is a much easier upgrade on Xbox Series X|S thanks to Smart Delivery and cloud saves. With Xbox Smart Delivery, all you need to do is download and launch the new version of...
News Payday 3 To Launch In 2023 Following 'Secured Development' For The Game
"Payday 3 is shaping up to be an incredible game"
Starbreeze has announced that its upcoming Payday 3 will have a "coordinated release on PC and consoles in 2023", following a co-publishing deal between itself and Koch Media. In a statement from acting CEO of Starbreeze, Tobias Sjögren, it was announced that the company had obtained an "exclusive...
News Six More Games Are Adding Quick Resume Support On Xbox Series X
Rolling out now to Insiders
Microsoft is still in the midst of improving the brand-new Quick Resume feature on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and has confirmed that it has added support for six more games as part of the latest Xbox Insider update. Specifically, these titles are all now getting Quick Resume functionality: Crosscode No Man’s...
News Xbox Adds More Perks For Game Pass Ultimate Members (March 2021)
Here's what you can claim for free this month
The Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks program has been pretty quiet so far in March, but we've now got a couple of Perks to share, and Microsoft says it has more to come throughout the rest of the month. Here are the new Perks you can get your hands on this month (so far): Apex Legends - N7 Weapon...
News ZeniMax’s Board Of Directors Has Been Dissolved Following Microsoft's Acquisition
As confirmed by Bethesda's Pete Hines
Microsoft officially obtained ZeniMax Media last week, which saw companies such as Bethesda now directly under the company’s control. Following that huge acquisition, some big changes are already beginning to be made, as ZeniMax’s board of directors has now officially been dissolved. The board was made up...
News Assassin's Creed Valhalla's First Expansion Sets Sail Next Month, Ostara Festival Now Live
Ireland, here we come!
Along with the new update this week, which has delivered the Ostara Festival to Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Ubisoft has also announced the first expansion, Wrath of the Druids, will be launching on April 29. Available as part of the Season Pass or separately, the new expansion has players setting sail for Ireland
News Necromunda: Hired Gun Brings Its 'Violent, Thrilling FPS' To Xbox This June
Warhammer fans will be pleased
Updated story: Necromunda: Hired Gun is an upcoming first-person shooter set in the Warhammer universe, coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on June 1. The game actually leaked on the Microsoft Store yesterday! It's described as a "violent, thrilling FPS" and is set within the "Warhammer 40,000" universe, which is...
News Gamescom Returns This August, With Opening Night Live Show Filled With 'Surprises'
A physical version of the event will also be taking place
Gamescom will be returning again this year on August 24, both physically and digitally, in a new hybrid show format. Most notable is Geoff Keighley hosting the Opening Night Live show, which he promises to be filled with "surprises". Much like previous years, the Opening Night Live show will...
News Life Is Strange Remastered Collection Arrives On Xbox Later This Year
Featuring two remastered games
Square Enix has announced as part of its first "Square Enix Presents" event that in addition to a brand-new Life is Strange game, a Life is Strange Remastered Collection is also arriving on Xbox consoles later this year. The collection will feature remastered visuals and animation from both the original Life is...
News Black Panther Joins Marvel's Avengers Later This Year In The War For Wakanda Expansion
Wakanda Forever!
Black Panther is joining Marvel's Avengers later this year, in a brand new expansion known as War for Wakanda. Unlike previous new characters, Black Panther will bring the villain Klaw, a Wakandan Jungle biome, brand new enemies, and more. The trailer doesn't reveal much, but gives us a tease of the new environments players can...
News Life Is Strange: True Colors Launches On Xbox Series X This September
Are you ready for the next entry?
Square Enix has unveiled the next chapter in the Life Is Strange series, True Colors, which is coming to Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Xbox One on September 10. The latest entry is being developed by Deck Nine, who previously worked on the spin-off series, Life Is Strange: Before The Storm. Unlike previous...
News Marvel's Avengers' Xbox Series X Upgrade Is Available Now, 106GB Download
Avengers Assemble!
Anyone who's been holding off for the next-gen version of Marvel's Avengers is in luck, as it's available now to download on Xbox Series X with a weighty 106.9GB download, clocking in on Xbox Series S at 72GB. The game will support 4K visuals on Xbox Series X and 1440p on Xbox Series S, while also offering "updated visuals,...
Video Watch The Square Enix Presents (Spring 2021) Stream Here!
Featuring the next Life is Strange game
Update: The event is now over, but you can watch the full recap down below! Original story: Welcome! Square Enix is hosting the first in a series of "Square Enix Presents" events today, and this first Spring 2021 event will be highlighted by the reveal of a brand-new Life is Strange game, along with details...
News Xbox Indie Showcase Event To Feature Over 100 Games Next Week
Including game reveals and Game Pass announcements
Get your calendar out! Microsoft has confirmed it will be hosting an Xbox Indie Showcase next week in conjunction with Twitch, set to feature over 100 games from independent developers based all over the world. The event will feature brand-new game announcements, new trailers and gameplay footage,...
News Sea Of Thieves Is Giving Out Free Gifts & Perks For Its Third Birthday
The game is celebrating 20 million players
Can you believe it's been three whole years since Sea of Thieves first launched? To celebrate, Rare has loads of free goodies in store for players this weekend, and the game is on sale at 50% off for the next few days. Notably, anyone who logs into the game between now and March 25th will receive the...
News Scarlet Nexus Slashes Its Way Onto Xbox Series X This June
Along with a new anime show
After being teased last year to be arriving this summer, Bandai Namco has announced the release date of Scarlet Nexus, which will be hitting Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on June 25. In a new trailer which dives into the characters, their abilities, and the bombastic anime action that players will be faced with, the...
News Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Rated For Xbox Series X In Germany
It might be getting a native release
Respawn's fantastic Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order received an Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S patch earlier this year, but now it looks like a dedicated next-gen version of the game might be on the way as well. As highlighted by Gematsu, the game has seemingly been rated for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S by the...
News Ninja Gaiden Master Collection Will Run At 4K, 60FPS On Xbox Series X
It’s going to look gorgeous
Team Ninja has confirmed some new details about the upcoming Ninja Gaiden Master Collection, namely how it will run on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Xbox One X. In a translated tweet from the company, key details about the game’s performance were revealed. Most notable was how the title will run at 4K, 60FPS. This...
News Tomb Raider: Definitive Survivor Trilogy Is Available Now On Xbox With A Hefty Discount
No next-gen version yet, though
Tomb Raider: Definitive Survivor Trilogy was accidentally leaked last week, and now the bundle is live on the Microsoft Store with a huge saving on Xbox One. Unfortunately, there's no word on a next-gen version of each title as of yet. The collection features
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (March 18-21)
Lead your team to victory in explosive PvP action
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? They're both Xbox Game Pass titles once again this week, made up of two AAA behemoths in...
News Four More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass (March 18)
Well actually, it's a lot more than that
It's Xbox Game Pass time! We've got another four specific games joining the service today, including the long-awaited arrival of Star Wars: Squadrons, but don't forget that EA Play is also bringing 60+ games to PC users as well! Here are the new games you'll be able to download with Xbox Game Pass today: EA...
PSA You Can Remove The Ear Pads On The Xbox Wireless Headset
At your own risk, of course
One feature of a lot of gaming headsets is the ability to remove the ear padding for cleaning or even to replace them. It seems the Xbox Wireless Headset is no different. A post on the Xbox Series X subreddit by user 'chocoloctol' shows how the pads on Microsoft's new headset can be easily removed. Here's the full clip:...
Guide When Will The Xbox Spring Sale 2021 Be Revealed?
Let's make some educated guesses
The Xbox Spring Sale 2021 is almost upon us, during which a significant number of Xbox digital titles are expected to be discounted for a period of around ten days to two weeks. The official date of the sale hasn't been announced at the time of writing, but we've provided some educated guesses below as to when we...
News Xbox Series X's Auto HDR Feature Is Making The Jump To PC
It's rolling out now for testers
Microsoft has revealed today that it has started bringing the Xbox Series X and S 'Auto HDR' feature to gamers on PC, with the feature now rolling out in preview for members of the Windows Insider Program. The company says when it's enabled on your HDR capable gaming PC, "you will automatically get awesome HDR...
News Dying Light 2 Still Set For 2021 Release, New Footage Revealed
"Please stay with us just a bit longer"
Techland has today finally provided an official update on the progress of Dying Light 2, reiterating that the game is still planned for a 2021 release, and even providing a new look at some gameplay footage in the process. In the video above, the team explains that Dying Light 2 is a "huge and complex...
Guide Xbox Game Pass: Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In March 2021
It's been a HUGE month for Game Pass!
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games that are coming soon and leaving soon in March 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 happening this March...
Rumour There's Still A Belief That Forza Horizon 5 Could Arrive This Year
Even though we've heard nothing of it
VentureBeat reporter and noted insider Jeff Grubb has been making all sorts of predictions and reveals recently (and getting them right, we might add), and interestingly, he's still of the belief that Forza Horizon 5 will arrive in 2021. He's the one who started the rumour about
News Assassin's Creed Valhalla's Free 'Godly' DLC Is A Nostalgic Throwback
Back to the old days
Along with a new update for Assassin's Creed Valhalla this week, Ubisoft has also released a free DLC pack which includes, among other things, Altaïr's outfit from the original Assassin's Creed game. To go with the cosmetic item, players can also grab Yule Festival rewards and 300 opals. All of this is part of the Godly Reward...
Guide How To Watch This Week's Square Enix Presents Livestream
All the details you need
You might have missed the news last week that Square Enix is hosting a special 'Square Enix Presents' livestream this Thursday, March 18th, featuring news and updates about "the most exciting" upcoming Square Enix games. As part of this event, Square Enix has confirmed that it will be revealing the next entry in the Life is...
News Xbox Fans Find Sneaky Way To Make Fallout's FPS Boost Work At 4K
Shhhh!
FPS Boost is one of the hottest new features for Xbox fans at the moment, as many players are finding their older titles enhanced in ways they didn't think would ever be possible, all thanks to Microsoft. Unfortunately, it does have a few minor drawbacks, such as decreased resolution in two specific games so far - Fallout 4 and Fallout 76...
News DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods – Part Two Arrives On Xbox Tomorrow
Here we go!
DOOM Eternal's second expansion, The Ancient Gods - Part Two, will be launching on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC on March 18, Bethesda has announced. Concluding the events of The Ancient Gods - Part One, the next and final DLC instalment promises more firepower, hellish enemies, and impressive set pieces to wage war within...
News GTA V's Latest Update Is Causing Crashing Issues On Xbox One
Update: Rockstar is rolling out a fix
Update: That was quick! Rockstar appears to have rolled out another update which reverts the game back to its previous state on Xbox One, as highlighted in the tweet below. It's another 1GB-ish download. Original story: GTA V released a new patch yesterday, which is said to bring "general network...
