@WildConcept6 yeah I was thinking that and the fact that the gift card I have is only part of the games price so it would always be split. I'll probs just do the pre-order again to make sure 👍🏻
On a side note if I pre-ordered this on Xbox using my debit card and the payment has not yet been taken (I know it will go 10 days before release) and I've since added a £10 gift card to my account. Will it take from the gift card balance first then the remainder from my debit card?
I was hoping but not expecting this to happen to be honest so I'm very pleased it's happening and I've pre-ordered it as I really wanted this on Xbox so glad I can finally play it there.
Thank you for clarifying in this post that you need to download the specific beta as I had thought pre-installing the main game was all we needed to do to access the beta.
Gears of war 3 was so good so it gets my vote. I did enjoy Gears of War 2 and got it a day earlier thanks to good old play.com back in the day. Once they fixed the bugs and rubber banding then it was a better game. Gears of War 3 launched so well and I enjoyed the extra weapons and maps that it brought with it.
I wanted to play Vermintide 2, Police Simulator and of course DOOM the dark ages so it's gunna be another busy month for me! I can't keep up with the amount of games
For me I wanted a Series X so I would probs still have got one, however the Series S I have would not be worth it and I would not buy it at today's prices.
I've downloaded it to my Series X just waiting to finish the last mission on Suicide Squad Kill the Justice League and then I'm gunna start it. I've never played Oblivion before I'm so excited.
@TROTTERS78 I opted for the regular version that was on sale for £38 a month or so back, used £10 reward points so got it for £28 it does seem strange they've done the gold edition this time
@Fiendish-Beaver A tip for when you are playing Avowed, don't complete the main story until you are happy you've done everything as it doesn't let you go back once you do the final part. It's so odd it just doesn't have the option to carry on exploring after the end, it just simply reloads the last cut scene if you select continue.
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Re: Halo Is Quietly Having A Resurgence Right Now, And There's A Lot More To Come
I've been enjoying the new season on Infinite, some good stuff to unlock and they are getting the updates out on a steady cadence which is nice.
Re: Helldivers 2 Coming To Xbox Was All Because Of PlayStation, Says Developer
@WildConcept6 yeah I was thinking that and the fact that the gift card I have is only part of the games price so it would always be split. I'll probs just do the pre-order again to make sure 👍🏻
Re: Helldivers 2 Coming To Xbox Was All Because Of PlayStation, Says Developer
Thanks PlayStation you legends!!
On a side note if I pre-ordered this on Xbox using my debit card and the payment has not yet been taken (I know it will go 10 days before release) and I've since added a £10 gift card to my account. Will it take from the gift card balance first then the remainder from my debit card?
Re: Xbox Is Officially 'Stopping' Development On First-Party Game Contraband
This is not a good time to work with or be part of Xbox Game Studios as a developer at all, sad times.
Re: Report: Reliable Leaker Details Two Unannounced Xbox Games Coming This Fall
I'd give replanted a go as I didn't play the original on 360/PS3
Re: PSA: Movies Anywhere Allows You To 'Sync' Your Xbox Purchases With Other Film Providers
They should really bring this out in the UK
Re: Microsoft Movies & TV Is Officially Ending, Which Will Have A Big Impact On Xbox
@dskatter I'm in the UK though so it says that isn't available here 😔
Re: Microsoft Movies & TV Is Officially Ending, Which Will Have A Big Impact On Xbox
But I used my points to get The Lord of The Rings movies.. I really hope we can access our libraries forever. This sucks!
Re: Poll: Which Of Xbox's Fall 2025 Games Are You Most Excited About?
I'm looking forward to Keeper but can see it being delayed potentially sadly.
Re: Talking Point: The Xbox Summer Sale 2025 Is Upon Us, So What Are You Hoping To See?
@themightyant I'm in the same boat! Lol gunna just try and catch up with my backlog.
Re: Oblivion Remastered Is Getting A Physical Release For Xbox Series X
I mean this will be nice for collectors of physical games to have but it is a bit late in coming out really.
Re: Poll: Helldivers 2 Isn't On Xbox Game Pass, So Will You Be Buying It?
I already have it pre-ordered! I don't have a PS5 and wanted to play this game so I'm looking forward to it 😊
Re: Random: Over 1M People Have Signed A Petition To 'Stop Killing Games'
I signed the UK parliament petition, it needs to be something that is taken seriously.
Re: Just Got Laid Off By AI-Loving Microsoft? Why Not Speak To AI About It, Suggests Xbox Producer
Wow! Some people just don't get it do they? That read the room comment was a polite way of putting it 😔
Re: EA Is Shutting Down Anthem, And It Won't Be Playable Offline Either
Well I'd better get this game installed now and played through before it goes away forever.
Re: Helldivers 2 Is Officially Releasing For Xbox This August
I was hoping but not expecting this to happen to be honest so I'm very pleased it's happening and I've pre-ordered it as I really wanted this on Xbox so glad I can finally play it there.
Re: Xbox's Everwild Reportedly Cancelled As Layoffs Hit Sea Of Thieves Developer
Well this sucks!! But I am more surprised by the Perfect Dark announcement 😔
Re: Delta Force Finally Gets Free-To-Play Release Date For Xbox Series X|S
I will give it a try on Xbox
Re: According To Sales Estimates, Final Fantasy 16 Had A Rough First Week On Xbox
They definitely waited too long and are therefore being punished for it.
Re: Opinion: It Feels Like Microsoft Is Planning A Huge Final Year Of Xbox Series X|S In 2026
I think it will be time for a new console in 2027 it makes sense! It'll be 7 years the Series consoles have been out then.
Re: Gears Of War Reloaded Beta: Release Date, Start Times And How To Access
Thank you for clarifying in this post that you need to download the specific beta as I had thought pre-installing the main game was all we needed to do to access the beta.
Re: Ready Or Not Gets Xbox Release Date, Launches On Series X|S In July
This looks interesting for me, I will check it out
Re: Xbox Handheld Is Called 'ROG Xbox Ally', Releases Holiday 2025
Prices are key and also why would I choose this over a regular ROG Ally?
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade The Xbox Games Showcase 2025?
It's B for me, the best of the showcases this week
Re: Xbox Copilot Now Live For Testing As Microsoft Introduces Its AI Companion
What!? No UK version of it at the moment.. hmm annoying haha. I want to try it out.
Re: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Becomes 'Fully Realized' As Dev Ends Support On Xbox Title
I played this when it was on game pass, had some good matches on it and got out of it what I probs wanted.
Re: Poll: Which Is Your Favourite Gears Of War Game On Xbox?
Gears of war 3 was so good so it gets my vote. I did enjoy Gears of War 2 and got it a day earlier thanks to good old play.com back in the day. Once they fixed the bugs and rubber banding then it was a better game. Gears of War 3 launched so well and I enjoyed the extra weapons and maps that it brought with it.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 10-11)
I'm still playing through Oblivion and loving it and I've also unlocked the stuff on the blaze event on Call of Duty.
Re: These 11 Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (May 7-20)
I wanted to play Vermintide 2, Police Simulator and of course DOOM the dark ages so it's gunna be another busy month for me! I can't keep up with the amount of games
Re: GTA 6 Trailer 2 Has Arrived Ahead Of May 2026 Release On Xbox Series X|S
Their stock price dropped 8% with the delay to next year.. this helps to balance that back up lol.
I'll definitely be buying this, it looks awesome!
Re: Talking Point: Would You Still Buy An Xbox At Microsoft's 2025 Prices?
For me I wanted a Series X so I would probs still have got one, however the Series S I have would not be worth it and I would not buy it at today's prices.
Re: Xbox Is Raising The Price Of Consoles, Games And Accessories
I'm sorry but those Series S prices now are wild! I'm glad I got my Series X and S consoles before the initial price increases nevermind these!
Re: Xbox's New Dynamic Background Is One Of The Coolest Yet
I was looking forward to them releasing one of these, will definitely be using it.
Re: Bethesda Partners Directly With PlayStation On Strange DOOM: The Dark Ages Trailer
I wouldn't be surprised if Sony hasn't paid Bethesda to do this trailer video, in which case it's more dosh for Xbox
Re: These Are The Top-Selling Games In The Xbox Spring Sale 2025
Just picked up Crysis Remastered trilogy, been keeping tabs on it for a while and this is the lowest it's ever been 😱
Re: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Is Now Available On Xbox Game Pass
I've downloaded it to my Series X just waiting to finish the last mission on Suicide Squad Kill the Justice League and then I'm gunna start it. I've never played Oblivion before I'm so excited.
Re: Xbox Adds Multiple Highly-Requested Features In April 2025 Update
Finally I can buy games and redeem codes again on the app, missed these features since they were taken away years ago.
Re: Xbox Announces Limited Edition DOOM Controllers And Series X Wrap
@Nic-Noc20th-C I'm really hoping for various special edition controllers and a console wrap for Gears E-Day. As I'll definitely get those 😊
Re: Xbox Announces Limited Edition DOOM Controllers And Series X Wrap
The regular Doom Guy controller looks awesome! If I hadn't just recently got a new controller I would probably get that.
Re: Marathon Won't Be Free-To-Play On Xbox, But Bungie Says It'll Cost Less Than $70
Nah I wasn't interested in this but now we've seen more of it I'm definitely not going to bother with it. Got plenty of other games to play.
Re: Metro 2033 Redux Gets 100% Discount On Xbox To Celebrate Anniversary
A nice freebie, I owned it already on Xbox but I've claimed it now on Steam and GOG haha
Re: Talking Point: Do You Expect Xbox To Follow PlayStation With More Console Price Hikes?
I think now would be a good time to not increase either consoles price and to try and gain back some sales against PS5
Re: Bungie's 'Marathon' Gets September Release Date For Xbox, Closed Alpha This Month
I'm gunna skip this! It just doesn't appeal to me
Re: Talking Point: What Dream Reveal Would You Like To See At The Xbox Games Showcase 2025?
I'm hoping we finally get that Gears of War Collection announcement, with an even more hopeful immediate drop onto Game Pass
Re: FragPunk Officially Has A New Release Date For Xbox Series X|S
This has DOA all over it
Re: Three Classic Activision Games Listed For Xbox Game Pass By Microsoft
I've been hoping these come to Game Pass soon, hopefully a formal announcement will come soon for these.
Re: Xbox Spring Sale 2025 'Sneak Preview' Now Live, 400+ Games Discounted
@TROTTERS78 I opted for the regular version that was on sale for £38 a month or so back, used £10 reward points so got it for £28 it does seem strange they've done the gold edition this time
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Hoping To See In The Xbox Spring Sale?
I'm with you on Death Stranding Director's Cut, will see if that ends up being in the sale.
Re: Bungie's 'Marathon' Still Coming To Xbox, Full Gameplay Reveal Dated For This Week
I'm looking forward to seeing what this ends up like, will definitely have to try it out
Re: After Three Months, These Are The Top 10 Xbox Games Of 2025
@Fiendish-Beaver A tip for when you are playing Avowed, don't complete the main story until you are happy you've done everything as it doesn't let you go back once you do the final part. It's so odd it just doesn't have the option to carry on exploring after the end, it just simply reloads the last cut scene if you select continue.