So far there seems to be a lot more transparency and communication than before. Only time will tell though and we don't really know if any of this was already in motion.
I'm pretty much done with Dragon Quest VII Reimagined. I have nearly 100% everything, but it's time to move on to something else. I'm thinking maybe KOTOR since I haven't played it yet (yes, I do already know the major plot twist).
My subscription ran out the day after Christmas. I can't say that I've missed it. Not having Gamepass has helped me focus on the backlog I already have.
Xbox is who I've put my money down with since 2008. I don't know if I'll get the next xbox until I hear more, but at least I have my Series X which has tons of life in it.
Not intending to be negative, but I wonder how many of these numbers accessed multiple games on this list? This is good news, so I hope the numbers aren't inflated in any way.
I really enjoyed Avowed at launch. I dont have GamePass anymore, but I'd be willing to pick it up to own at a greater discount than current. It's a great deal now, but I completed nearly everything I could in my first playthrough.
@jesse_dylan I maxed out the demo at lvl 15 for all party members, which has helped me breeze through and just enjoy the story elements primarily. I think everyone is between lvl 23 and 30 right now. I basically one-shot most everything on the map. I prefer this type of play because I don't get a lot of time to play throughout the week. Maybe an hour or two a night at most.
I'm really excited to start playing tomorrow (I pre-ordered the Digital Deluxe Edition). I maxed out at lvl 15 in the demo, so I'll have a great head start!
@Lup A solid 8 or 9 from me as well. I had a great time playing it. I did just about everything you could in a single playthrough. I only left 12 achievements on the board, but may get it for myself on a deep sale as I played it at launch when I had Game Pass.
I'm in a bit of a downtime where I'm in-between games and not playing anything this weekend. That all changes this coming week when I get Dragon Quest VII Reimagined. I pre-ordered the deluxe edition and didn't even know it came with early access until recently, so Feb 3rd can't get here soon enough!
I recently 100% Sea of Stars on my second playthrough (finished at launch) after recently finishing The Messenger (for the first time). I'm now towards the end of the Sea of Stars DLC which is great timing since Dragon Quest VII is about to come out soon.
@FredBiletnikoff Same. Mine lapsed the day after Christmas. I cannot justify $30/month. At least I have plenty to play and catch up on in my digital library.
I tried the demo and it was just not for me. I really wish they would've remade the original with these graphics. Oh well. Maybe someday Square will realize FFVII should've remained turn-based.
Wrapping up New Game+ for Sea of Stars and probably chipping away at the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Demo. I finished it, but I'm working towards maxing out the characters before going into the full release since everything carries over. Wonderful game! I briefly played the original on PS1 at release, but I don't remember anything about it.
@Sindayl That's what I felt after playing the demo. I already own the original, which is still a great game today. These games probably just aren't going to be for me.
I tried the demo and it just didn't stick. I wish they would've just remastered the original with turn-based battles and used the current graphics of this game. Oh, well.
I have pre-ordered the Deluxe Edition so I get to play it a couple of days early. Now I get to play even sooner through this demo, which carries over! Excellent news!
@Elbow the Series X was such a fantastic upgrade for me in 2021. I love this system and what it can do. And yes, I love me some good old school Final Fantasy too!
Now that my GamePass subscription expired I just want to play more of what I want/own. It actually feels pretty good. Sure, I'll miss GamePass, but I don't feel so inclined to play what is on there ahead of other games.
Working through New Game + on Sea of Stars after recently finishing The Messenger. I should be able to finish before Dragon Quest VII Reimagined drops.
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Re: Based On Previous Years, Here's When The Xbox Spring Sale 2026 Should Begin
Hmm, I have some rewards points. I'll have to keep my eye out for this one.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 21-22)
I started over in Hogwarts Legacy after not even finishing it at launch. I'm probably going to keep going with it for now.
Re: 'Keep The Feedback Coming' - Xbox Boss Says New Console Features Were Built Two Weeks Ago
So far there seems to be a lot more transparency and communication than before. Only time will tell though and we don't really know if any of this was already in motion.
Re: Two Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass Premium (March 18)
I played, enjoyed, and finished South of Midnight at launch on GamePass. Never understood the hate this game, or a lot of others, get.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Drops To 'Lowest Xbox Price Ever' In New Square Enix Sale
@Netret0120 Yeah, more of a rhetorical question I suppose. I just wish they'd go on sale again.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Drops To 'Lowest Xbox Price Ever' In New Square Enix Sale
Is Square ever going to discount the FFXIII trilogy again?
Re: Talking Point: What Should Xbox Call Its 'Project Helix' Console?
I think the XBox Helix is a perfectly good name.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 14-15)
I'm pretty much done with Dragon Quest VII Reimagined. I have nearly 100% everything, but it's time to move on to something else. I'm thinking maybe KOTOR since I haven't played it yet (yes, I do already know the major plot twist).
Re: Talking Point: Are You Happy With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate In 2026?
My subscription ran out the day after Christmas. I can't say that I've missed it. Not having Gamepass has helped me focus on the backlog I already have.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 7-8)
I'm close to finishing Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, so I'll be continuing forward with that.
Re: Poll: How Optimistic Are You Feeling About The Future Of Xbox?
Xbox is who I've put my money down with since 2008. I don't know if I'll get the next xbox until I hear more, but at least I have my Series X which has tons of life in it.
Re: Analyst Provides Interesting Data On How Well January's Big Game Pass Additions Performed
Not intending to be negative, but I wonder how many of these numbers accessed multiple games on this list? This is good news, so I hope the numbers aren't inflated in any way.
Re: Phil Spencer Announces That He's Retiring From Xbox
Ugh, replaced by someone in AI. I am officially less enthused by Xbox's future.
Re: Poll: As Things Stand, Will You Be Buying GTA 6 On Xbox This November?
These games have never interested me. I tried GTA5 on GamePass once and hated it.
Re: Avowed Xbox Anniversary Update Now Live, Here's Everything Included In Patch 2.0
I really enjoyed Avowed at launch. I dont have GamePass anymore, but I'd be willing to pick it up to own at a greater discount than current. It's a great deal now, but I completed nearly everything I could in my first playthrough.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 14-15)
@jesse_dylan I maxed out the demo at lvl 15 for all party members, which has helped me breeze through and just enjoy the story elements primarily. I think everyone is between lvl 23 and 30 right now. I basically one-shot most everything on the map. I prefer this type of play because I don't get a lot of time to play throughout the week. Maybe an hour or two a night at most.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 14-15)
@jesse_dylan Just opened up the Moonlighting option last night.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 14-15)
@Duck_Farmer Final Fantasy IV is one of my favorite FFs and RPGs of all time.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 14-15)
I am thoroughly enjoying Dragon Quest VII Reimagined.
Re: Report: Xbox Working With OEMs To Build Next-Gen Options For 'A Range Of Price Points'
@FraserG Good point. I guess, in my brain, the full backwards compatability was going to be what sets the Magnus apart from the OEMs.
Re: Report: Xbox Working With OEMs To Build Next-Gen Options For 'A Range Of Price Points'
@Coletrain Agreed. I highly doubt the OEMs will be backwards compatible for xbox games like the Magnus will be.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 7-8)
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined for me and playing Lego Marvel Super Heroes with my son.
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Reviews Say About Square Enix's Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
Is anyone able to access the DLC at all? I am seeing stories online that it is just on xbox.
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Reviews Say About Square Enix's Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
I'm really excited to start playing tomorrow (I pre-ordered the Digital Deluxe Edition). I maxed out at lvl 15 in the demo, so I'll have a great head start!
Re: Talking Point: One Year Later, How Do You Feel About Xbox RPG Avowed?
@Lup I used wand and sword and sword shield primarily. I'd be interested to try another style.
Re: Talking Point: One Year Later, How Do You Feel About Xbox RPG Avowed?
@Lup A solid 8 or 9 from me as well. I had a great time playing it. I did just about everything you could in a single playthrough. I only left 12 achievements on the board, but may get it for myself on a deep sale as I played it at launch when I had Game Pass.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 31 - February 1)
@Tasuki the original FF is still an amazing game today!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 31 - February 1)
I'm in a bit of a downtime where I'm in-between games and not playing anything this weekend. That all changes this coming week when I get Dragon Quest VII Reimagined. I pre-ordered the deluxe edition and didn't even know it came with early access until recently, so Feb 3rd can't get here soon enough!
Re: When Will The Xbox Lunar New Year Sale 2026 Be Revealed?
I'll be knee deep in Dragon Quest VII, but if something is on my wishlist for a good price, I'll bite.
Re: All New Games Coming To Xbox In February 2026
I'm just sittin' over here waiting on Dragon Quest VII Reimagined.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 24-25)
I recently 100% Sea of Stars on my second playthrough (finished at launch) after recently finishing The Messenger (for the first time). I'm now towards the end of the Sea of Stars DLC which is great timing since Dragon Quest VII is about to come out soon.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Series X|S Owners, How's Your Storage Looking In 2026?
Currently about halfway on my 1TB Series X. I like to keep it about that amount and only have things I am currently playing or enjoy downloaded.
Re: Talking Point: How Do You Feel About Xbox Game Pass In 2026?
@FredBiletnikoff Same. Mine lapsed the day after Christmas. I cannot justify $30/month. At least I have plenty to play and catch up on in my digital library.
Re: I've Never Played Final Fantasy 7 Before, But I'm Liking The Remake On Xbox So Far
I tried the demo and it was just not for me. I really wish they would've remade the original with these graphics. Oh well. Maybe someday Square will realize FFVII should've remained turn-based.
Re: Talking Point: As Xbox Celebrates 25 Years, What's Your First Ever Xbox Memory?
I've been on Xbox as my main system since I got the 360 in 2008. I bought it solely to play Lost Odyssey and haven't looked back since.
Re: This New RPG Is Heavily Inspired By Paper Mario, And It's Releasing On Xbox Next Week
Interesting. I am going to be solely focused on Dragon Quest VII Reimagined next month, but i will keep this one on my radar.
Re: Xbox's Avowed Gets Permanent Price Drop To Coincide With Upcoming PS5 Release
I really enjoyed Avowed. I played it through GamePass at launch, but it would be a nice title to have. The new content seems pretty nice too.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 10-11)
Wrapping up New Game+ for Sea of Stars and probably chipping away at the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Demo. I finished it, but I'm working towards maxing out the characters before going into the full release since everything carries over. Wonderful game! I briefly played the original on PS1 at release, but I don't remember anything about it.
Re: Xbox Developer Direct 2026 Showcase Gets Official Date Alongside Three Confirmed Games
Hopefully Fable is now a lock and doesn't get canceled.
Re: Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Gets Free Demo On Xbox This Week
Demo is now available! Just downloaded in the US.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Is Available To Preload On Xbox, And It's Massive
@Sindayl That's what I felt after playing the demo. I already own the original, which is still a great game today. These games probably just aren't going to be for me.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Is Available To Preload On Xbox, And It's Massive
I tried the demo and it just didn't stick. I wish they would've just remastered the original with turn-based battles and used the current graphics of this game. Oh, well.
Re: Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Gets Free Demo On Xbox This Week
@bert0503 Ditto.
Re: Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Gets Free Demo On Xbox This Week
I have pre-ordered the Deluxe Edition so I get to play it a couple of days early. Now I get to play even sooner through this demo, which carries over! Excellent news!
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your New Year's Resolutions For Gaming In 2026?
@Elbow the Series X was such a fantastic upgrade for me in 2021. I love this system and what it can do. And yes, I love me some good old school Final Fantasy too!
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your New Year's Resolutions For Gaming In 2026?
Now that my GamePass subscription expired I just want to play more of what I want/own. It actually feels pretty good. Sure, I'll miss GamePass, but I don't feel so inclined to play what is on there ahead of other games.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 3-4)
Working through New Game + on Sea of Stars after recently finishing The Messenger. I should be able to finish before Dragon Quest VII Reimagined drops.
Re: Xbox Developer Direct Has Always Had A Surprise, But What About January 2026's Showcase?
@Markatron84 Just having some good ol' New Year Fun! But, yes, I do already know Him!😃
Re: Xbox Developer Direct Has Always Had A Surprise, But What About January 2026's Showcase?
Since we are in wishful thinking mode...shadow drop Game Pass Ultimate back to $20/month...🤪
Re: Merry Christmas And Happy Holidays From The Pure Xbox Team!
Merry Christmas all!