@swedetrap Nadella needs to go. He's destroying Microsoft. Especially Xbox as a brand. All he cares about is putting anything in the cloud and making everything an overpriced, unnecessary subscription.
Honestly not think ever saw that. If that was method Rockstar/Microsoft choose to notify people, got say really poor handling on their part. If never saw your article on this website, never would known there was even upgrade available. So kudos to all at Pure Xbox.
I've not gotten the upgrade for my 360 edition yet. Is there a process to correct that? Skimmed thru some articles. Not seen definitive steps for resolution.
So having 5+ year old game on a pay service is considered good deal? I'm saying absolutely not. Not even on good day.
Should be available on game pass essential at least being that old of game. I'm sorry, but game pass is rapidly becoming a joke for the price. Wish people would see just throwing money away and cancel.
Nadella is ruining Xbox brand and Microsoft's name. He needs to go. Yesterday.
Then in March 2026... Fable Developer will be sad to report game is canceled and studio closed by Microsoft in favor of Nadella putting AI data center somewhere in remote Arizona desert.
This controller is great and all. Hope someone can offer advice on what I'm really, really, really, really, really, really, looking for and never been able to find going back to Playstation 3: an affordable wireless Playstation controller with Xbox layout.
It is the ONLY reason I've not purchased a Playstation to use as a console since PS1. Only one I've ever found was like $600. No way. Not happening.
I absolutely despise the PS controller layout. It's uncomfortable and terrible. Xbox controller is best controller ever made. But way Xbox is going, next gen may be last console, and that breaks my heart as die hard Xbox fan. Plus I would actually like play spider-man and Wolverine. And if the x-men game rumor is true, like play at well.
@Gabrielmpf Yes!!! You nailed it. As a whole - - and especially as a society - - there just no impulse control to be found. ZERO!
People complain have no money put aside for retirement or emergencies. But always make sure have new, high end car with every feature possible (what's wrong with Honda Civic?). Look purchase the biggest most excessive over sized beyond their needs house possible. Constantly buying new expensive and brand name clothes. Got have that brand new cell phone every year. No issue pay $1,000+ for new console.
But no money for retirement or emergencies. No impulse control. Definitely no accountability, either.
@TheGameThrifter And can thank the terrible Nadella for this. The guy is destroying Microsoft. Wish investors would see this and call for him to be ousted.
Microsoft may look good on paper right now. But nadella has waaaay too many eggs in too few baskets. One mistake will cripple Microsoft into nothingness.
I'm very sad. Definitely more Motorsport than Horizon person.
Ultimately they have no one to blame but themselves. In today's gaming world, multiplayer is what gives a game long legs for years.
Turn 10 just refused to address the biggest issues of players ramming each other off the track like it was a demolition derby instead of racing game. This an issue that goes all back to first Forza Motorsport. Every new game, I hope and prayed those players would be addressed and punished severely to stop that behavior.
It never happened. So I only played Forza as single player and after while would find myself taking long breaks from playing. Not having decent multiplayer just did not keep my sustained interest. Even though I really enjoyed the game and thought it was amazing.
I have preached this cautionary tale for years now. All digital is horrible thing.
Yet, the digital brainwashed still not see how all digital is terrible idea. Main reason I buy physical media EVERY possible time I can.
But they'll be first complain and be furious when eventually see that all digital is truly a terrible idea. It will be too late then. Despite many tried warn, ya
But, I'm really not big supporter of Phil, I used to be. Not sure if his hands are tied? But Phil seems more and more spouting corporate lip service that just rarely delivers.
This is why lot companies really try shove digital down our throats and sadly the digital fanatics lack the foresight to see all digital is such a very, very, very, bad idea and want.
Prices will go thru the roof. That's on top of owning NOTHING as well. Again no idea why digital fanatics not have foresight see this as such anti-consumer. They'll be first to cry when things become horrible. It's like well, get what ask for.
I'm very curious see how this game plays. My only major concern is it's free to play. Which means it will eventually become, pay to win, sooner, rather than later.
Basing my answer on from what I remember, Infinite was supposed be a platform that was to be supported for 10 years with story content, etc.
From that aspect I say Infinite failed horribly.
Then factor in I played hardly any multiplayer at all because I found it terrible. Halo 4 Big Team Battle the only Halo I ever enjoyed. So not even the multiplayer redeemed the game for me.
I wanted play GTA Online. Tried it once. And found it the usual gankfest that kind of games are.
Just want play the game or the mission and enjoy myself. Not be ganked and trolled nonstop by people that have no life and participate in this kind behavior to justify their existence.
This still the case? Or is GTA Online actually playable now?
Netflix been trying get in the gaming world with seemingly nonstop failure. Guess just buying a successful catalog they believe will bring success. If handle it and continously drop the ball like Microsoft. It won't.
As side note, really hope people wake up and stop embracing digital so much, and get back to physical. This is first step in gatekeeping catalogs.
In not too distant future, if want watch or play anything, you will have check what, studio/developer has it, then find the overpriced streaming service, then see if subscribed, or if want to add yet another overpriced subscription to your budget. All that hassle. Just to watch or play whatever it is wanted to in first place.
Unless enjoy, 8 bit NES, jumping over lava pit games from the 1980s? Essential is the only way to go. Especially when looking at that $30 month Ultimate.
Ultimate likely going to hit $40-$50 by 2027. Microsoft only shooting self in foot at this point.
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Re: Ubisoft Cancels Multiple Games, Closes Studios, And Unveils New Strategy For The Future
I didn't see creative house Stark, Tully, or Targaryen, on the list?
Re: Ubisoft Cancels Multiple Games, Closes Studios, And Unveils New Strategy For The Future
So guess expect an assassin's creed game every 3 months now.
Just give me Division 3.
Re: Footage From Xbox's Cancelled ZeniMax Online Game Leaks, Looks Very Cyberpunk
@ILuvGames There was a George Romero game in development?
Re: Footage From Xbox's Cancelled ZeniMax Online Game Leaks, Looks Very Cyberpunk
@swedetrap Nadella needs to go. He's destroying Microsoft. Especially Xbox as a brand. All he cares about is putting anything in the cloud and making everything an overpriced, unnecessary subscription.
Re: Footage From Xbox's Cancelled ZeniMax Online Game Leaks, Looks Very Cyberpunk
Waiting read, "Fable canceled". Not be surprised at all.
Re: These Are The 10 Highest-Rated Original Xbox Games Of All Time, But Do You Agree?
@BionicDodo Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction, honestly can say is best super hero game ever made.
Embarrassing to say, but after playing that game, I walked around the house grunting like Hulk. It really made the player feel like Hulk that much.
Out all the rubbish games being remade or remastered, Hulk is very much a missed opportunity and should be next. Or very least a sequel.
Re: These Are The 10 Highest-Rated Original Xbox Games Of All Time, But Do You Agree?
List is missing Shadowrun. The best and most balanced shooter game EVER made.
I'd say swap out GTA double pack or Ninja Gaiden for it. Everything else I can agree with.
Re: Xbox Legend Major Nelson Announces He's Been Laid Off From Unity
He may been bored with job after so many years. But wish he never left Xbox.
Re: Xbox Gives Refunds For Red Dead Redemption Following Recent Upgrade Issues
Thank you.
Honestly not think ever saw that. If that was method Rockstar/Microsoft choose to notify people, got say really poor handling on their part. If never saw your article on this website, never would known there was even upgrade available. So kudos to all at Pure Xbox.
Re: More Xbox Players Are Starting To See Success With The Free Red Dead Redemption Upgrade
Dumb question.
How do you know if have or gotten the upgrade?
Re: Xbox Gives Refunds For Red Dead Redemption Following Recent Upgrade Issues
I've not gotten the upgrade for my 360 edition yet. Is there a process to correct that? Skimmed thru some articles. Not seen definitive steps for resolution.
Edit: I have digital 360 version.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Players Are Getting A Fantastic Survival Horror Experience Next Week
So having 5+ year old game on a pay service is considered good deal? I'm saying absolutely not. Not even on good day.
Should be available on game pass essential at least being that old of game. I'm sorry, but game pass is rapidly becoming a joke for the price. Wish people would see just throwing money away and cancel.
Nadella is ruining Xbox brand and Microsoft's name. He needs to go. Yesterday.
Re: Ubisoft Seemingly Preparing 'The Division: Definitive Edition' Ahead Of 10-Year Anniversary
I'd much, much, much, rather have, The Division 3 Edition.
Re: Another Source Reveals What They Know About The 'Secret' Xbox Developer Direct Game
If the new game is Shadowrun sequel or remake, I will squeal like little girl.
Shadowrun was and is the best shooter ever made. Period.
Re: Fable Developer Hyped To Show 'Much More' Of The Game At January's Xbox Event
Then in March 2026... Fable Developer will be sad to report game is canceled and studio closed by Microsoft in favor of Nadella putting AI data center somewhere in remote Arizona desert.
I'm only partially joking.
Re: Two Major Free-To-Play Games Are Set To Release On Xbox In January 2026
@Smackosynthesis The guy wearing knight armor?
Looks like they were making video game adaptation of movie Excalibur and cast Jon Bernthal as King Arthur.
Re: Two Major Free-To-Play Games Are Set To Release On Xbox In January 2026
All I neeed to hear was, creators of Titanfall.
Re: 8BitDo Unveils New 'Pro-Level' Xbox Wireless Controller Built For 'Serious Players'
This controller is great and all. Hope someone can offer advice on what I'm really, really, really, really, really, really, looking for and never been able to find going back to Playstation 3: an affordable wireless Playstation controller with Xbox layout.
It is the ONLY reason I've not purchased a Playstation to use as a console since PS1. Only one I've ever found was like $600. No way. Not happening.
I absolutely despise the PS controller layout. It's uncomfortable and terrible. Xbox controller is best controller ever made. But way Xbox is going, next gen may be last console, and that breaks my heart as die hard Xbox fan. Plus I would actually like play spider-man and Wolverine. And if the x-men game rumor is true, like play at well.
Re: Xbox Console Sales 'The Worst On Record' In 2025 As Microsoft Shifts Focus (UK)
Thank nadella.
He needs to go. Like yesterday.
Re: Talking Point: How Much Would You Be Willing To Spend On The Next Xbox Console?
@Gabrielmpf Yes!!! You nailed it. As a whole - - and especially as a society - - there just no impulse control to be found. ZERO!
People complain have no money put aside for retirement or emergencies. But always make sure have new, high end car with every feature possible (what's wrong with Honda Civic?). Look purchase the biggest most excessive over sized beyond their needs house possible. Constantly buying new expensive and brand name clothes. Got have that brand new cell phone every year. No issue pay $1,000+ for new console.
But no money for retirement or emergencies. No impulse control. Definitely no accountability, either.
Re: Three Xbox Games Are Shutting Down Their Servers In January 2026
@themightyant Exactly!!!
Re: Three Xbox Games Are Shutting Down Their Servers In January 2026
I think it's pretty disgusting and terrible anthem was NOT given an offline mode by now.
Re: Happy New Year!
Happy new year to everyone!
Re: As Forza Motorsport Winds Down, Gran Turismo Is Experiencing A 'Phenomenon' At PlayStation
@TheGameThrifter And can thank the terrible Nadella for this. The guy is destroying Microsoft. Wish investors would see this and call for him to be ousted.
Microsoft may look good on paper right now. But nadella has waaaay too many eggs in too few baskets. One mistake will cripple Microsoft into nothingness.
Re: As Forza Motorsport Winds Down, Gran Turismo Is Experiencing A 'Phenomenon' At PlayStation
@TrollOfWar YES!
Motorsport from the very first game on, they NEVER did anything to punish and deter demolition derby on the track.
Did nothing but to chase people away. It is incredible shame.
Re: As Forza Motorsport Winds Down, Gran Turismo Is Experiencing A 'Phenomenon' At PlayStation
@Doomcrow This is exactly the behavior that chases people away from the game. Motorsport is a racing game. Not a demolition derby.
Re: Legendary Game Designer Vince Zampella Has Suddenly Died, Aged 55
This is tragic news. Vince made some amazing games. Titanfall 1, have to say is my personal favorite. Such an amazing and very underrated game.
Vince you were fantastic for gamers and gaming.
Re: As Forza Motorsport Winds Down, Gran Turismo Is Experiencing A 'Phenomenon' At PlayStation
I'm very sad. Definitely more Motorsport than Horizon person.
Ultimately they have no one to blame but themselves. In today's gaming world, multiplayer is what gives a game long legs for years.
Turn 10 just refused to address the biggest issues of players ramming each other off the track like it was a demolition derby instead of racing game. This an issue that goes all back to first Forza Motorsport. Every new game, I hope and prayed those players would be addressed and punished severely to stop that behavior.
It never happened. So I only played Forza as single player and after while would find myself taking long breaks from playing. Not having decent multiplayer just did not keep my sustained interest. Even though I really enjoyed the game and thought it was amazing.
Re: New Xbox 'Investigation' Highlights The Dangers Of Banned (And Hacked) Accounts
I have preached this cautionary tale for years now. All digital is horrible thing.
Yet, the digital brainwashed still not see how all digital is terrible idea. Main reason I buy physical media EVERY possible time I can.
But they'll be first complain and be furious when eventually see that all digital is truly a terrible idea. It will be too late then. Despite many tried warn, ya
Re: Xbox's Phil Spencer Shares Lengthy Video Message After Winning 'Industry Icon' Award
Congratulations to Phil on the award.
But, I'm really not big supporter of Phil, I used to be. Not sure if his hands are tied? But Phil seems more and more spouting corporate lip service that just rarely delivers.
Re: Xbox Countdown Sale 2025 Now Live, 2000+ Games Discounted
@BritDad Exactly!!!!!
This is why lot companies really try shove digital down our throats and sadly the digital fanatics lack the foresight to see all digital is such a very, very, very, bad idea and want.
Prices will go thru the roof. That's on top of owning NOTHING as well. Again no idea why digital fanatics not have foresight see this as such anti-consumer. They'll be first to cry when things become horrible. It's like well, get what ask for.
Re: Xbox Countdown Sale 2025 Now Live, 2000+ Games Discounted
@Nic-Noc20th-C Dropping down (especially if went to game pass essential) will be smartest move in Xbox you've most likely ever done.
Trust me.
Re: Forza Motorsport Won't Get Any Major Updates In 2026, But Support Will Continue
@Kaloudz Writing seems be on wall now.
Really hope you're wrong. Motorsport been fav mine since first one.
Re: Forza Motorsport Won't Get Any Major Updates In 2026, But Support Will Continue
This is very disappointing news.
Much prefer Motorsport over Horizon.
Re: Amazon Offering Free Outfit For Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis When Linking Xbox Account
Anyone else getting more disappointed with every new variation of Lara, she is becoming less and less top heavy.
Say what you will. But I absolutely miss the old Lara. Lol
Re: 'Highguard' Is A New Free-To-Play Xbox Shooter From Some Of The Devs Behind Titanfall
I'm very curious see how this game plays. My only major concern is it's free to play. Which means it will eventually become, pay to win, sooner, rather than later.
Re: Black Ops 7 Sales & Players Down Massively On Last Year's Call Of Duty, New Data Shows
Maybe call of duty fatigue finally setting in?
Maybe people finally tired of the call of duty cheap kids in multiplayer?
Maybe the drastic, unnecessary game pass price increase finally bit Microsoft?
Re: Star Wars: Fate Of The Old Republic Sounds Incredible, And It's Likely Coming To Xbox
I'm in. Loved old Republic back in the day.
Re: Multiple Games Are Reduced By 90-95% In The Xbox Game Awards Sale 2025
Keep hoping see starfield deluxe edition for about $25 - $30. No luck yet.
Re: Netflix Didn't 'Attribute Any Value' To Warner Bros. Games As Part Of WB Takeover Bid
I'm going call baloney on this one.
Netflix really wants a gaming presence. This would solidify that. Truly believe he is downplaying with that statement.
Re: Ex-Forza Dev Says Horizon 5 Was Impacted By COVID, New Game Is 'In A League Of Its Own'
@OldGamer999 The whole working from is an excuse lazy people love to use just put in maybe couple hours of work and credit for full work day.
Very refreshing see someone call it out, even in a sly way.
Re: Xbox Exec Teases 'Exciting' Plans For 2026 When Asked About OG Xbox Titles & Game Pass
@CaptainCluck True Crime Streets of LA was awesome back in the day.
Re: Xbox Exec Teases 'Exciting' Plans For 2026 When Asked About OG Xbox Titles & Game Pass
The exciting plans for Game Pass is to increase the monthly subscription price by $20 more across all tiers by end of 2026.
Re: Talking Point: Four Years On, Did Halo Infinite Ever Live Up To Expectations?
@Jenkinss Glad someone else is old like me and straight up refuses to say WWE.
It will always be WWF. Nothing else.
Re: Talking Point: Four Years On, Did Halo Infinite Ever Live Up To Expectations?
Basing my answer on from what I remember, Infinite was supposed be a platform that was to be supported for 10 years with story content, etc.
From that aspect I say Infinite failed horribly.
Then factor in I played hardly any multiplayer at all because I found it terrible. Halo 4 Big Team Battle the only Halo I ever enjoyed. So not even the multiplayer redeemed the game for me.
Re: Xbox Adds More Perks For Game Pass Members (December 2025)
Sadly, not even these few items make the overpriced Ultimate worth the asking price.
Canceled my Ultimate the other month. Have not even looked back. Not even missed it.
Just wait until it's about $40-$45 a month in couple years. Love hear how people justify it.
Re: GTA 5's Michael De Santa Returns In Major New 'Safehouse' Update For GTA Online
I wanted play GTA Online. Tried it once. And found it the usual gankfest that kind of games are.
Just want play the game or the mission and enjoy myself. Not be ganked and trolled nonstop by people that have no life and participate in this kind behavior to justify their existence.
This still the case? Or is GTA Online actually playable now?
Re: Netflix Is Buying Warner Bros. For Even More Money Than Xbox's ActiBlizz Deal
Netflix been trying get in the gaming world with seemingly nonstop failure. Guess just buying a successful catalog they believe will bring success. If handle it and continously drop the ball like Microsoft. It won't.
As side note, really hope people wake up and stop embracing digital so much, and get back to physical. This is first step in gatekeeping catalogs.
In not too distant future, if want watch or play anything, you will have check what, studio/developer has it, then find the overpriced streaming service, then see if subscribed, or if want to add yet another overpriced subscription to your budget. All that hassle. Just to watch or play whatever it is wanted to in first place.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Essential: Full List Of Games (December 2025 Update)
@ZYDIO Xbox Live was far superior to anything Xbox offers now.
Plus could buy 12 month Xbox Live card (something ANY level of Game Pass FAILS to offer) for $40.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Essential: Full List Of Games (December 2025 Update)
Unless enjoy, 8 bit NES, jumping over lava pit games from the 1980s? Essential is the only way to go. Especially when looking at that $30 month Ultimate.
Ultimate likely going to hit $40-$50 by 2027. Microsoft only shooting self in foot at this point.