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News Black Myth: Wukong Sells 20 Million Copies Before It Even Comes To Xbox
Well and truly in the black
Black Myth: Wukong has been a heck of a story so far, hasn't it? We've had conflicted reports about the reasoning behind the game's Xbox delay, followed by a super impressive launch where the title exploded in popularity. Having said all that, we didn't know it had been this popu
News Konami Unveils Huge Metal Gear Solid Collection Update With Improved Resolutions
Out now on PC, console(?) soon
Konami has detailed a pretty huge Metal Gear Solid Master Collection update this week, with brand-new resolution options being a major addition to the bundle here in version 2.0.0. Now, at this stage, patch 2.0.0 for this MGS collection has only launched on PC via Steam, with the developer saying that the update will...
News Square Enix Is Bringing Eight Games To Xbox Today (September 26)
Including two Game Pass titles!!
Wow! Microsoft wasn't kidding when it said it wanted to deepen its relationship with Square Enix - the Japanese game maker has just shadow dropped eight titles on Xbox today, following Team Green's Tokyo Game Show livestream. Okay, yes, six of these are Final Fantasy titles that make up the com
News Surprise! Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Is Available Today On Xbox
Six games in one package
Update: It's official! The Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters are available right now on the Xbox Store. You can either get them in a bundle or separately, and the best bit is that everything is discounted by 20% for the next week, meaning you can pick up some of the games from as cheap as £7.59 / $9.59 until early October...
News Star Wars Outlaws Locks In November Release For Its Lando Story DLC
Free content and updates are also on the way
Following the news that Ubisoft will be delaying Assassin's Creed Shadows as a consequence of Star Wars Outlaws' poor start, the company has now announced the date for the Lando Story DLC. This first story pack 'Wild Card' will launch next month on November 21, 2024, and see
News Here's What's Included In The Xbox September 2024 Update
Lots of cool new features coming to Xbox, PC & mobile
The Xbox September 2024 update has been detailed by Microsoft today, and it includes a bunch of new features coming to console, PC and the Xbox app for mobile. As far as we know, it's rolling out in the very near future. Here's a short overview of the Xbox September 2024 update, with more...
News After Leaving Xbox Game Pass, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Gets Price Slashed
A bloody massacre
Last month, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre left the Xbox Game Pass service after a year on the market, and now publisher Gun Interactive has decided to give the game a permanent price cut. Taking to social media this week, the team has announced that the multiplayer slasher will now cost players just $19.99, down from the previous...
Reminder Nine Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass This Weekend (September 30)
So many games, so little time
Last week, Microsoft revealed a huge list of titles leaving Xbox Game Pass - with 10 games initially said to be departing the service at the end of the month. Thankfully though, one of those has now been chalked off the list, with Warhammer 40K: Darktide now staying on Xbox Game Pass. Phew. However, nine games are...
Video Sonic X Shadow Generations Story Trailer Released Ahead Of Xbox Launch
The blue blur returns next month
During its Sonic Central broadcast this week, SEGA shared another look at the upcoming release Sonic X Shadow Generations. This time the focus was on the story in Shadow's game including the return of...spoiler alert...Melphiles. Black Doom also returns and you can see Maria in the latest clip as well. Here's a...
Roundup All The Xbox Reveals From September 2024's State Of Play Event
Don't worry, they're not all PS5 exclusives!
Today's PlayStation State of Play event for September 2024 included a bunch of games that are also coming to Xbox, including the likes of ArcheAge Chronicles, Monster Hunter: Wilds and Legacy of Ka
News 'Legacy Of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered' Heading To Xbox In December 2024
Making their Xbox debuts!
After leaking on the web earlier today, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered has officially been announced at Sony's State of Play showcase. Despite featuring at the PlayStation show, this new collection is confirmed for Xbox, marking the debuts of Soul Reaver 1 and 2 for Microsoft's platform. Much like Halo: Combat...
News Monster Hunter Wilds Coming To Xbox Series X|S February 2025
Let the hunt begin!
During the PlayStation 'State of Play' broadcast today, Capcom lifted the lid on the release date for Monster Hunter Wilds. It's officially coming to the Xbox Series X|S next year on February 28, 2025, with pre-orders now live. If you pre-order now, you'll also receive some bonus goodies like the Layered
News Alan Wake 2 Lake House Expansion Hits Xbox Next Month
Welcome to the Remedy-verse
Remedy Entertainment has just unveiled a short teaser trailer for its upcoming Alan Wake 2 expansion - with the 'Lake House' DLC now set to hit Xbox consoles next month. The game's second expansion follows on from the fantastic Night Springs add-on, which launched on Xbox earlier this year. Deluxe Edition owners - this...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Is Shaping Up To Be An Xbox GOTY Contender
The first previews are extremely positive
We started to hear a bit more about Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 last week as pre-orders opened up and the previews began going live, and everything we've been seeing and hearing so far suggests it could be a GOTY contender. The main takeaway is that Flight Sim 2024 is far more than just an add-on - it's...
News 50 PS1 Games Will Be Coming To Xbox, Teases Antstream Arcade Dev
And maybe even some titles from the OG Xbox era
The excellent cloud-based retro games service Antstream Arcade recently launched on PlayStation following its Xbox debut a year ago, and it sounds like we could be getting some more PS1 games on there as a result. Speaking to Game Rant recently (thanks Time Extension for spotting it!), studio head...
Poll If You Bought It, What Do You Think Of Space Marine 2 So Far?
It seems to have sold extremely well
It's been a few weeks now since Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 finally launched on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and based on what we've been seeing on the Xbox charts, it appears to have sold pretty well so far. You already know what we think about this one - our review was pretty glowing for Space Marine 2...
News Space Marine 2 Success Has Dev Excited About Idea Of Third Game
"We just have to figure it out"
The brutal co-op shooter Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has seemingly been so successful it appears a third entry is likely to happen. Speaking to IGN recently, Saber Interactive's Chief Creative Officer Tim Willits mentioned how its breakout success (with over 2 million players at launch) would go on to...
News Xbox Provides 'Progress Update' On Its Carbon Reduction Goals
"We've set ambitious commitments"
Being a part of Microsoft, Xbox has its own commitment to "meaningfully reduce" its environmental impact and become a "carbon negative, water positive and zero waste company by 2030". It's now provided a "progress update" about its carbon reduction goals. In just three years, it's managed to contribute to its goal...
News Capcom Asks Fans If They Would Like To See More 'Deluxe Remasters'
Following the return of Dead Rising last week
Following the recent release of the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, Capcom has now put out a new survey, asking fans what other "deluxe remaster" titles they would like to see in the future. In this survey, Capcom asks "would you like to see more 'deluxe remaster' titles like this [Dead Rising] in the...
News Stardew Valley's 1.6 Console Update Comes To Xbox This November
Creator thanks fans for their patience
Yesterday, Stardew Valley creator Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone finally locked in a console release date for the anticipated Version 1.6 update. It will roll out on November 4th, 2024, and as part of this, it will also include the latest build 1.6.9, which will launch on the PC around the same time. Here's the...
News TMNT: Shredder's Revenge Scores 'Radical Reptiles' DLC Update
Cowabunga!
Update: During Sony's State of Play broadcast, this "Radical Reptiles" DLC update was officially confirmed for TMNT: Shredder's Revenge. It's out today on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Original: Out of nowhere, Tribute Games and Dotemu have revealed a DLC update is on the way to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge. An...
News Xbox 360 Classic Halo 3: ODST Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary
"Remember the Rookie"
Microsoft is already planning for certain other Halo and Xbox-related anniversaries, but right now, the focus is on the Xbox 360 classic Halo 3: ODST. Believe it or not, but it's now been 15 years since we dropped into New Mombasa as a rookie on a mission to locate Alpha-Nine. This also includes the debut of the wave-based...
News Sony's PS4 Exclusive 'Predator: Hunting Grounds' Is Finally Coming To Xbox
Update: We've got an October release date!
Update (Mon 23rd Sep, 2024): Just a quick update for you on this one - it's now got a release date of October 1, 2024! There will be three editions to choose from, but unfortunately the physical release remains a PS5 exclusive. Keep an eye out on the Xbox Store - we're assuming pre-orders will go live in...
News SEGA Is Bringing 'Two Point Museum' To Xbox Series X|S In March 2025
Update: SEGA locks in a March release date
Update (Mon 23rd Sep, 2024): If you've been looking forward to this one, you'll be glad to know that Two Point Museum has now locked in a release date of March 4, 2025 for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Pre-orders are now available on the Xbox Store and Amazon as well, and we're pleasantly surprised to...
News The Crew Motorfest Year 2 Promises 'Exciting Updates' To Follow Free Map In November
Starting with, yep, functioning mirrors!
We've been enjoying The Crew Motorfest ever since we touched down on the island of Oahu last September, and it sounds like the team over at Ubisoft has some big plans for the game's second year - starting with a free map in November before delivering even more "exciting updates" in the future. Yep, right...
Review Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed (Xbox) - Nintendo Wii Classic Gets A Modern Makeover
A lovingly-crafted remake
Hopefully you'll forgive us for not having that much experience with the original Disney Epic Mickey for Nintendo Wii, as although the sequel arrived on Xbox 360 in 2012, Xbox fans have never been treated to the first entry in this series until now. It's been a long wait, but the good news is that developer Purple Lamp has...
Rumour Microsoft To Launch Next-Gen With Series X Successor & Handheld Xbox
"We tentatively believe based on our sources..."
On the back of a recent interview discussing Xbox's upcoming anniversary plans, outlet Windows Central believes that Microsoft will kick off the next generation with "at least" an Xbox Series X follow-up and a Steam Deck-like handheld console.
A bit Lionel Messy, innit
It's EA FC's second season filling a FIFA-shaped hole in our hearts wallets and, after a strong debut that we scored 8/10 last year, we've been feeling pretty optimistic about how this new series could look to cement itself in 2025. As it turns out, it's a new tactical depth, in the form of FC IQ, that EA FC 25 is choosing...
News The Lord Of The Rings Is Getting A New 'Hobbit Life Sim' For Xbox
Update: And it now has a release date!
Update (Mon 23rd Sep, 2024): A few months on, we've now got a release date for Tales of the Shire: A Lord of The Rings Game! It will officially be available on March 25, 2025 for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. You can check out an "exclusive inside look" at the game in the new Hobbit Day Showcase up above...
News Lots Of Games Are Reduced By 90% On Xbox This Weekend (September 21-22)
Over 20 bargains to grab before Monday!
Looking for some cheap Xbox games in this week's Xbox sales (September 21-22)? This weekend marks your last chance to grab some of the 90%+ discounts we've seen recently, including the whopping 98% reduction for Ubisoft's The Crew 2. In addition, we've got some new entries in the list this week, including the...
Feature These 30+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (September 23-27)
Disney Epic Mickey, EA FC 25 and much more!
Welcome to your Xbox games roundup for September 23-27! The biggest releases over the new few days are arguably Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed and EA Sports FC 25, and don't forget the latter has a 10-hour free trial as part of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, while PC Game Pass members are also getting Ara:...
News Palworld Dev Pocketpair Responds To Nintendo Lawsuit
It's accused of "patent infringement"
Following Nintendo and The Pokémon Company filing a "patent infridgement lawsuit" against the Palworld developer Pocketpair, the indie developer has now issued its own formal response. Here it is in full: Yesterday, a lawsuit was filed against our company for patent infringement. We have received notice of...
News PowerA Is Promising 'Massive Upgrades' For Its Two New Xbox Controllers
And yes, one of them is wireless
There are a bunch of popular third-party Xbox controllers on the market these days, and PowerA is responsible for at least a fair few of them! This week, the company has announced two new additions to its Xbox range. The two new controllers are the FUSION Pro 4 Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S and FUSION Pro...
News Co-Op Battler '33 Immortals' Gets New Playtest Ahead Of Xbox Game Pass Launch
Xbox Insiders can sign up now
(Update): We have been informed by Xbox that the below Game Pass launch date was posted in error by Microsoft, and that the development team is still figuring out its release date. The playtest is going ahead as planned. (Original Story): 33 Immortals, the upcoming co-op action roguelite from Thunder Lotus Games, is...
News Bizarrely, Minecraft Is Getting A Native PS5 Version But Not Xbox Series X|S
It does support higher res on current-gen though
This week, Xbox developer Mojang Studios has officially announced a release date for the PlayStation 5 version of Minecraft - this native PS5 release hits Sony's platform on October 22nd. However, despite Mojang being under Microsoft control for absolutely ages at this stage, we still don't know...
News Blizzard's Diablo 4 Gets Extensive Free Trial On Xbox This Weekend (September 19-23)
Completely free up to level 20!
Despite an absolutely massive Free Play Days week that contains 10 games to try out in total, Xbox and ActiBlizz are unleashing yet another free trial this weekend - Diablo 4 is completely free-to-play across all platforms until Monday, September 23rd. Now, there is a level 20 cap on the team's free trial (meaning...
News Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii Launches February 2025 On Xbox
Like a Dragon meets Black Flag
We can never go too long without a new Like a Dragon game, and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio hasn't let us down with this latest one, with Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii set to hit Xbox on February 28, 2025. Unlike Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is described as an action-adventure title that...
News 'Undisputed' Gets Deep Dive Gameplay Trailer Ahead Of October's Xbox Release
The long-awaited new boxing game for Xbox!
It was back in May that we were finally able to circle October 11th on the calendar for the new boxing game Undisputed, which is officially heading to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on that date. We've got just a few weeks to go now! Ahead of the release, the folks at Steel City Interactive have revealed...
News Two Additions Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (September 20)
Including a nice bonus from EA!
Microsoft has another Xbox Game Pass update for us today, folks. We've got a couple of fresh additions to the library today - including a day one PC Game Pass drop and a brand-new EA Play trial. Without further ado, here's some more information on these new Game Pass additons: EA Sports FC 25 (Console, PC) - 10 Hour...
News Microsoft Ending Xbox Ambassadors Program After 13 Years
"Now is the right moment"
Microsoft has announced it's ending the Xbox Ambassadors program after 13 years. It will wrap up on October 15th. The Verge's senior editor Tom Warren shared the update about this change, with Xbox noting how it's "evolved over the last decade" and community values are now provided through programs like FanFest, the Xbox...
News Broken Sword - Shadow Of The Templars: Reforged Launches To Excellent Reviews
Sounds like a brilliant remaster
About a month ago, we brought you the news that 1996's classic point-and-click adventure Broken Sword was getting a remaster in the form of Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged, and today marks its release date! Yes, the game is launching for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S at a price of £24.99...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Will Have Drastically Lower Install Sizes
Asobo Studio working its magic
Microsoft and Asobo Studio have today opened up pre-orders and all that jazz for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 ahead of its November launch - it's also on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate if that's your preferred way to go. However, alongside this pre-order info dump, the developer has gone into lots of detail on its upcoming...
News Xbox Series X|S Console Sales Estimated At Under Half Of PS5 In New Report
The WSJ shares new data
Microsoft doesn't usually share console sales data these days, aside from when talking in percentages during fiscal updates, but a new report using third-party info gives us a fresh estimate on the current sales of Xbox Series X|S. Using data from Aldora Intelligence, compiled by The Wall Street Journal, Microsoft is...
News Xbox Game Pass's PowerWash Simulator Gets Even Weirder With New Shrek Crossover
"Restore Shrek’s Swamp to its former glory"
The PowerWash Simulator devs have just revealed their next crossover DLC, and this game's post-launch support is getting weirder and wackier by the minute. The team's next collaboration, which will be a paid DLC pack, features everyone's favourite green ogre (probably) - Shrek. Yep, players will be able...
News Space Marine 2 Player Claims Xbox Is 'Misleading' Series S Owners With Incorrect Info
They say it's "falsely advertised"
When searching for a game on the Xbox Store, you've probably come across the various tags (or "Capabilities") that are listed alongside it - things like the resolution, the FPS and whether it contains online multiplayer or not. That's obviously the case with Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 as well, but as pointed...
News Wargroove 2 Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (September 19)
Now live on the service!
Welcome to your latest Xbox Game Pass update! Developer Chucklefish's Wargroove 2 has just gone live on the Xbox Store, and it's available right away in the Game Pass library - as announced earlier this week. So, here's a quick introduction to this new Game Pass title as it makes its Xbox debut:
News Ubisoft Says XDefiant Is 'Not Dying' As Team Pledges To Keep Improving Xbox FPS
"The game is doing well. We just want it to do better"
At the tail end of last month, we began hearing reports that Ubisoft's free-to-play shooter XDefiant was in trouble due to dwindling player numbers, but this week, the company has come out swinging in defence of the Xbox FPS. In a new blog post dropped on the eve of the game's second season,...
News Free Play Days Gets Bumper Weekend As Xbox Adds 10 Games To Service (September 19-22)
Take your pick!
Well folks, we have a huge Free Play Days offering to enjoy this weekend. Microsoft has decided to bring a total of 10 games to the program this week, with a fantastic mix of titles on offer as part of the team's weekly free trial service. Now, we will add one caveat that Ghostrunner 2 isn't showing up as installable for us at the...
News Nintendo And The Pokémon Company File Lawsuit Against Palworld Developer
Palworld arrived on Game Pass earlier this year
The Xbox and Game Pass hit Palworld is in the firing line of Nintendo and The Pokémon Company this week, with the Japanese companies filing a "patent infringement lawsuit" in Tokyo District Court against the creator Pocketpair. Here is Nintendo's statement in full: "Nintendo Co., Ltd. (HQ: Kyoto,...
News Call Of Duty: MW3's Spooky Season 6 Update Now Live On Xbox Game Pass
Subscribers can dive in now!
Season 6 is now live for Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, marking the first seasonal content drop to come after the arrival of the latest COD on Xbox Game Pass. As we near October, things are gearing up for Halloween season in MW3 and Warzone, as you can probably tell by the creepy lead image and the season's launch...
