Xbox Game Pass News
December2021
News Townscaper Is Now On Game Pass, And It's An Easy 1000G For Achievement Hunters
Not to mention a great game!
As if Xbox hadn't announced enough Xbox Game Pass titles for today, we've just received another surprise addition in the form of city builder game Townscaper, and it's absolutely fantastic for achievement hunters. According to the video above from Cheetah's Guides, you can complete all 1000G in just ten minutes,...
News Eight Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (December 2)
Including another surprise!
It's Game Pass day! We've got a whopping eight (!) games hitting the service today, including the likes of Stardew Valley, Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector and Lawn Mowing Simulator, along with another unexpected surprise in the form of the indie city builder game, Townscaper! Here are the new games you can download with...
News Anvil Brings Its Multiplayer Co-Op Roguelike Shooter To Xbox Game Pass This Thursday
Top-down sci-fi action
We've got a whopping 12 games heading to Xbox Game Pass over the next couple of weeks such as Halo Infinite, Among Us and Stardew Valley, and we're kicking things off this Thursday with a batch of titles including ANVIL.
News Xbox Is Offering Exclusive Monthly Game Pass Perks For Halo Infinite
Look out for the first 'Pass Tense' bundle next week
The Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks program is getting supercharged this December with a cool 'Pass Tense' bundle for Halo Infinite, which is the first in a line of monthly multiplayer Game Pass Perks heading our way. This first bundle includes the exclusive ‘Pass Tense’ MA40 Assault Rifle...
News Another Seven Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (December 8-15)
Last chance to try Man of Medan
Microsoft has unveiled the next set of seven games that will be removed from Xbox Game Pass from December 8th to December 15th, including a few key departures such as Destiny 2, The Dark Pictures Anthology: Man of Medan, Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair and Guacamelee! 2. Here's the full list of games currently...
News These 12 Games Are Coming Soon To Xbox Game Pass (December 2-14)
The latest batch of titles
Update (2nd Dec, 2021): Make that 13! Townscaper has also shadow dropped with Game Pass today. Original story (1st Dec, 2021): The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today unveiled another 12 games coming to the service in early to mid-December, including the likes of Halo Infinite, Aliens:...
November2021
News Aliens: Fireteam Elite Is Heading To Xbox Game Pass This December
Alongside the Season 2 update
We've got more exciting Xbox Game Pass news to share for December, as it's been confirmed that Aliens: Fireteam Elite will be coming to the service on December 14th, arriving alongside the free Season 2 update for the game. If you don't know anything about it, Aliens: Fireteam Elite is a cooperative third-person...
News These Eight Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (November 30)
Last chance to try Call of the Sea
In case you'd forgotten, today marks the removal of eight more games from the Xbox Game Pass library, including favourites such as Call of the Sea, Hello Neighbor, Haven and Morkredd, just to name a few. Here are the eight games confirmed to leave before the end of the day on Xbox Game Pass:...
News Generation Zero Arrives On Xbox Game Pass, Includes Major Update & Series X|S Benefits
Build, Prepare, and Fight Back
Xbox treated us to a nice little surprise earlier today in the form of Generation Zero being added to Game Pass, which joins two other titles in Evil Genius 2: World Domination and Mind Scanners making their debuts on the service. If you
News Three More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (November 30)
Including this unexpected addition
It's Game Pass day! We've got (at least) three games hitting the service today, including the previously revealed Evil Genius 2 and Mind Scanners, along with an unexpected addition in the form of Generation Zero. Here are the new games you can download with Game Pass today: Evil Genius 2: Console, PC, Cloud:...
News It's 'Way Too Early' For Cyberpunk 2077 To Come To Xbox Game Pass, Says CD Projekt
"It’s a decision based on data"
We've heard numerous rumours over the past year that CD Projekt might be looking to bring Cyberpunk 2077 to Xbox Game Pass at some point, but the company says it's "way too early" to be considering that. As highlighted by VGC, CD Projekt mentioned during an investor Q&A earlier today that subscription models...
News Sea Of Thieves Season 5 Introduces Custom Quests, Fireworks & Much More This Week
Shiver me timbers and all that
As fans of Rare's fantastic open world pirate romp will likely already know, Sea of Thieves Season 5 officially kicks off this Thursday, the 2nd of December, and we've been treated to a fairly chunky preview video detailing everything that's going to be coming players' ways when it makes landfall. You can check out...
Feature These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (November 29 - December 3)
Venture beyond the void in Chorus
We're fast approaching December, and while this week isn't crammed with as many high-profile releases as we've been used to recently, we've still got some big titles on the way including Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition and Chorus, along with a slate of new Game Pass titles including Warhammer 40,000:...
Guide All Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks You Can Claim In November 2021
"Watch your favourite YouTube creators without ads"
It's been a hectic month for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks in November 2021, with a wide range of freebies available including a Marvel's Avengers Perks Pack along with YouTube Premium and Crunchyroll Premium trials! Here are the new Perks you can get your hands on this month: Black Desert:...
Guide Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon In December 2021
The latest Game Pass reveals and updates
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games coming soon in December 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 coming to Xbox Game Pass this December, as...
Black Friday 2021 Best Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Deals
Save up to 55% on Game Pass Ultimate this Black Friday
Black Friday 2021 has treated us to an array of great deals, with over 600 games discounted as part of the Xbox digital games sale, and lots of other games and accessories reduced at various retailers around the globe. In addition, we've also come across some great deals on Xbox Game Pass...
News Mind Scanners Brings 'Retro-Futuristic Psychiatry' To Xbox Game Pass Next Week
Diagnose the citizens of a dystopian metropolis
Brave at Night, the indie studio behind kingdom management RPG Yes, Your Grace, has announced that their latest title will (also) be coming to Xbox Game Pass in the form of "retro-futuristic psychiatry simulation", Mind Scanners. In the game, you'll "diagnose and treat the citizens of The Structure"...
Roundup Here's What's Coming To Xbox In December 2021
It's Halo Infinite month
Welcome to our final roundup of new releases for 2021! December is all about Halo Infinite, of course, but we've also got some other major launches on the way including Game Pass additions such as Among Us and The Gunk! Without further ado, here's what you can look forward to on Xbox in
News Lawn Mowing Simulator Arrives On Xbox Game Pass Next Week
Bye Halo Infinite, it's lawn mowing time
Update: We've got a date! Lawn Mowing Simulator will arrive on Xbox Game Pass next Thursday, December 2nd. The game is also getting paid Ancient Britain DLC and a free string trimmer feature on the same day. Original story: Listen, we've had fun with Halo Infinite over the past
News Three More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (November 23)
It's Mortal Shell time!
It's Game Pass day! The big highlight addition today is the arrival of Mortal Shell: Enhanced Edition, but we've also got two brand-new releases on Game Pass in the form of Deeeer Simulator and Before We Leave. Here are the new games you can download with Game Pass today: Before We Leave: Console, PC, Cloud: Before We...
Feature These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (November 22-26)
Including Mortal Shell on Xbox Game Pass
Update: Cricket 22 has been delayed by a week to December 2nd, so it no longer appears on this list. November has been a busy month in the world of Xbox, but things are finally slowing down a bit this week. We've still got some big releases in the form of Farming Simulator 22
News Mass Effect Legendary Edition Rumoured For Xbox Game Pass, But We're Not So Sure
It looks more like a mistake for now
You might have seen a rumour cropping up over the past few days suggesting Mass Effect Legendary Edition is coming to Xbox Game Pass soon, but after doing a little extra digging, we're not so sure that's the case. A couple of eagle-eyed Reddit users appeared to spot this initially, noticing that the Xbox Game...
News Forza Horizon 5 Celebrates 10 Million Players, Biggest Launch In Xbox History
And it's only just getting out of first gear
What a week it's been for Forza Horizon 5! While it may not have been nominated for Game of the Year at this year's Game Awards, players have been absolutely loving their time with it, and it's now celebrating over 10 million players. As a result, it's become the biggest Xbox launch in not just Game Pass...
News CDPR Has 'No Plans' To Bring Cyberpunk 2077 To Xbox Game Pass
Despite it appearing in a recent Cloud Gaming trailer
Update: Well, talk about crushing our hopes! CD Projekt Red has confirmed to Video Games Chronicle that it has "no plans" of bringing Cyberpunk 2077 to Xbox Game Pass anytime soon. What a bummer! Maybe we'll never know why Xbox decided to use Cyberpunk 2077 in the Cloud Gaming trailer...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator's 'Game Of The Year' Update Is Now Live With Xbox Game Pass
Featuring a whole bunch of new content
Update: The time has arrived, Microsoft Flight Simulator fans! The Game of the Year update is now available for Asobo Studio's highly-rated simulator, adding an absolute ton of new content for free with Xbox Game Pass. You can find the full patch notes at the official MFS website, along with the key details...
News Four More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (November 18)
Plus a fifth from yesterday
It's Game Pass day! We've got four more additions to the service today, including a few day one launches on Xbox (and PC). We're also highlighting Next Space Rebels below, which arrived on Xbox Game Pass yesterday. Don't forget that Microsoft Flight Simulator is getting a free GOTY update with Game Pass today as well!...
News Maneater Gets Ray Tracing Update For Xbox Series X, Available Now With Game Pass
It's also celebrating over 5 million players
Tripwire Interactive has confirmed today that the "shARkPG" Maneater has officially passed over five million players, and it's marking the occasion with a free ray tracing update for Xbox Series X (and PS5). Today's update reportedly "brings the Gulf Coast to life by enhancing the realism and appearance...
News Xbox Cloud Gaming Launches On Consoles Today, Includes Next-Gen Games On Xbox One
Available with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
Xbox has announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming is officially available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S starting today, with the feature previously being made available for Xbox Insiders a few weeks ago. This means for subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, players in 25 different regions will be able...
News Ninja Theory Updates Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice With Accessibility Improvements
Update today
Back in August, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice got a surprise upgrade for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S - adding "enriched visuals, DirectX Raytracing, resolution mode" and more. Now, in another update, developer Ninja Theory has announced it's made some accessibility improvements on Xbox Series X|S and PC to allow more players to...
News 17 More Games Now Support Touch Controls With Xbox Game Pass
Football Manager on the go, anyone?
The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles supporting touch controls has been revealed today, with another 17 games getting the treatment altogether. These include highlights such as Football Manager 2022 and The Artful Escape. Here's the full list of titles, courtesy of Xbox: Aragami 2 The Artful Escape Da
News YouTube Premium Is The Latest Xbox Game Pass Perk For November
Get a three-month trial from today
Xbox has announced that one of the latest Xbox Game Pass Perks for November 2021 is a three-month trial for YouTube Premium, which will be available to claim starting today via the Perks gallery on console, PC or the mobile app. If you're unaware of what YouTube Premium is, here's what you can expect: "Watch...
News Another Nine Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (November 30 - December 8)
Including Destiny 2: Beyond Light
Microsoft has unveiled the next set of nine games that will be removed from Xbox Game Pass from November 30th to December 8th, arguably highlighted by the departures of Call of the Sea and Destiny 2: Beyond Light. Here's the full list of games currently set to leave between those dates:...
News These Ten Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (November 16-30)
The latest batch of GP titles
The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today unveiled another ten games coming to the service over the next couple of weeks, including Mortal Shell, Evil Genius 2, My Friend Pedro and more! Here's what's coming to Xbox Game Pass: Date Game Platform November 11 Dead Space Cloud
News Phil Spencer: Xbox Game Pass Isn't 'Burning Cash', It's Very Sustainable
"And it continues to grow"
Xbox boss Phil Spencer has been talking to Axios as part of the 20th anniversary celebrations this week, and he made a particularly interesting comment about Xbox Game Pass, reassuring fans that it's "very, very sustainable". Spencer acknowledged that a lot has been written about Microsoft having to "burn cash" in order...
News Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector Is Coming To Xbox Game Pass This December
PC Game Pass, too
Developer Black Lab Games and publisher Slitherine have announced they'll be bringing their turn-based strategy game Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector to Xbox Game Pass for console and PC on 2nd December. "Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is going to be released on the Windows Store on the same day, on December 2. The same version...
News These Six Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (November 15)
Including another Final Fantasy title
In case you'd forgotten, today marks the removal of six more games from the Xbox Game Pass library, including favourites such as Final Fantasy VIII HD, Planet Coaster: Console Edition and River City Girls. Here are the six games confirmed to leave before the end of the day on Xbox Game Pass:...
News Intergalactic Adventure Exo One Beams Onto Xbox Game Pass Next Week
Space, the final frontier
If you've been watching the indie scene closely this year, you may have seen a lot of buzz surrounding a game known as Exo One. Well, it's not only been confirmed to be coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on November 18th, but it will also be included with Xbox Game Pass on day one. Hoorah! For those...
Feature These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (November 15-19)
It's time for the "next generation of warfare"
Well, we can finally breathe a little bit as next week seems to be slowing things down, outside of the release of Battlefield 2042. Still, there are quite a few indie titles worth checking out, not to mention another batch of new Xbox Game Pass releases (many of which have been unannounced until now!)...
PSA Xbox Game Pass Members Can Grab Skyrim Anniversary Edition On The Cheap
Get it while it's hot
If you're on the fence about picking up the Anniversary Edition upgrade for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, perhaps this offer may entice you. If you're an Xbox Game Pass member you can pick it up on the cheap, making it a no brainer. As you may know, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is included with Xbox Game Pass...
Guide How To Fix Brightness Issues With The GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition
It's not just you, it really is too dark!
Are you finding that the new GTA Trilogy remasters are just too dark? Us too. This is affecting GTA: San Andreas on Xbox Game Pass, and reportedly is a problem in GTA 3 and GTA: Vice City as well. Fortunately, there is a way to fix the issue, but it's only a temporary workaround for now. Here's what you...
News Remain Calm, Deeer Simulator Is Coming To Xbox Game Pass Later This Month
Oh deer
If Goat Simulator wasn't enough mayhem, then Deeer Simulator: Your Average Everyday Deer Game is here to fill that animal-shaped void in your heart. It's hitting Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC and will be available with Xbox Game Pass when it launches on November 23rd. Judging by the trailer, Deeer Simulator won't be sticking to...
News The Xbox PC App Will Soon Allow You To Install Games To Any Folder
"We wanted to provide players with more options"
Update: Microsoft has now confirmed this in a new November update video, which you can watch above. Original story: Microsoft is making some key improvements to the Xbox PC app, with The Verge reporting today that you'll soon be able to install games to any folder of your choice with unrestricted...
News Everything You Need To Know About Battlefield 2042's Free Xbox Game Pass Trial
Get started with 10 free hours via EA Play from today
If you're eager to jump into Battlefield 2042, you can do so later today, as EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members are eligible to jump into the 10-hour free trial. Here's everything you need to know about it: What Time Does Battlefield 2042's Free Trial Start On EA Play?: As per an EA...
News Four More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (November 11)
Including the Definitive Edition of San Andreas
It's Game Pass day! We've got four more additions to the service today, with the highlight arguably being the launch of GTA: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition. Don't forget though,
News The Gunk Hits Xbox Game Pass This December, Watch The New Trailer
We've finally got a release date!
Thunderful Games has announced today as part of the Thunderful World conference (introduced by Mark Hamill, no less!), that Xbox console exclusive action adventure The Gunk will be launching with Game Pass on December 16th. This is the game we first heard about last year, developed by the creator of the popular...
News Here Are The Release Times For GTA: San Andreas On Xbox Game Pass
Ah ****, here we go again
Forza Horizon 5 might be dominating all your time with Xbox Game Pass right now, but you'll need to do a bit of a juggling act from this Thursday, as the remaster of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is launching with the service. Arriving on November 11th, the Microsoft Store is suggesting that GTA: San Andreas will go live...
News Forza Horizon 5 Passes 4.5 Million Players, Biggest Launch Day In Xbox Game Studios History
Phil Spencer gives his thoughts
Forza Horizon 5 is now officially available to everyone on Xbox Game Pass, and head of Xbox Phil Spencer took to Twitter last night to confirm that the game has now passed 4.5 million players altogether. In addition, the game achieved the biggest launch day of any Xbox Game Studios title in history, and Spencer says...
News Xbox Actually Yeeted A Real Life Car From The Sky To Promote Forza Horizon 5
No joke
We've seen some crazy marketing stunts in our time, but this one just takes the biscuit. To celebrate the launch of Forza Horizon 5, the Xbox team took it upon themselves to genuinely drop a car from the sky and then take it for a spin. If you're unaware, the opening of Forza Horizon 5 has you dropping out of various planes in an assortment...
News Xbox 'Orange' Tease Revealed To Be Crunchyroll Game Pass Perk
75 days of Crunchyroll Premium for free!
The Xbox Game Pass team caused a big fuss yesterday when they teased that "things are going to get a bit...orange this week", and it seems we've discovered what they were talking about - a new Perk for Crunchyroll Premium. Starting today, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can get 75 days of Crunchyroll...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About GTA: San Andreas On Xbox Game Pass
Game details, release times, pre-load info & more
As if Xbox Game Pass hasn't already treated us to enough great new titles this week such as the highly-anticipated Forza Horizon 5, we're also getting one-third of the new GTA Trilogy remaster bundle on Thursday. This November 11th, Rockstar is putting the GTA: San Andreas remaster on Xbox Game Pass...
News Surprise, Dicey Dungeons Is Hitting Xbox Game Pass Later This Week
A dungeon crawler with a twist
It's always nice to get a surprise Xbox Game Pass announcement! Dicey Dungeons is heading to the service on November 11th. If you're unsure as to what Dicey Dungeons is, don't worry, we've got you covered. It's described as a "fast-paced deckbuilding roguelike" where you play as a giant walk dice. You can control...
News Three More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (November 9)
Welcome to Mexico!
It's Game Pass day! We've got three more additions to the service today, although two of them are very much linked in the form of Football Manager 2022 and Football Manager 2022 Xbox Edition. The other is, of course, Forza Horizon 5! Here are the new games you can download
News Xbox Teases Something 'Orange' Happening With Game Pass This Week
Looks like it's Crunchyroll related
Xbox has caused plenty of commotion this evening with a tweet from the Game Pass team suggesting that "things are going to get a bit...orange this week". Before you ask, we're not sure what that means! Here's a look at the apparent tease from the Xbox Game Pass crew: In an ideal world, we'd love to think this...
News Unpacking Is Impressing A Lot Of Xbox Game Pass Players
"I can't say enough great things about it"
Unpacking was a brand-new release on Xbox Game Pass last week, and while it hasn't exactly caught fire with the masses, those who have checked it out seem to be loving what they're playing. On the outside, the premise of Unpacking seems fairly straightforward - you unbox packages and place your items into...
News Back 4 Blood Content Roadmap Includes Solo Progression, New Co-Op Mode & Lots More
"Cleaners, the future is lookin' bright!"
We're now a month removed from the release of Back 4 Blood on Xbox Game Pass, and it's gone down incredibly well. Back in late October, the Left 4 Dead spiritual successor was already celebrating over six million players. Now, the team has turned its attention towards the content roadmap for the game, which...
News Kill It With Fire On Xbox Game Pass Is Perfect For Achievement Hunters
Grab some quick easy cheevies
Kill It With Fire dropped onto Xbox Game Pass last week, and while it's got lost in the wave of bigger upcoming releases such as Forza Horizon 5 and GTA: San Andreas, it's certainly not one to be missed - especially for any achievement hunters out there. The basic premise of Kill It With Fire sees you wiping out...
News Football Manager 2022 Xbox Edition Looks Set To Launch Slightly Early With Game Pass
Update: It's now live!
Update: Football Manager 2022 for PC and Xbox is now available with Game Pass. Enjoy! Original story: We've got good news! Football Manager 2022 Xbox Edition's Game Pass release time is currently set for 8pm GMT according to the Microsoft Store, which suggests it'll be availabl
News Here Are The Release Times For Forza Horizon 5 On Xbox Game Pass
We're fast approaching the start line
We're almost there, folks! Forza Horizon 5 will officially be launching with Xbox Game Pass this Tuesday, November 9th, and the good news is that you won't be waiting around all day to start playing. As you can see from the image above, the release time for Forza Horizon 5 is "midnight for your countries most...
Feature These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (November 8-12)
GTA, Forza, Skyrim and much more!
Can the game releases just slow down for a little bit? Evidently not, as this week is looking to be another huge one with numerous big titles on the way. Not only do we have the official release of Forza Horizon 5, but we also have the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definit
Guide Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In November 2021
The latest Game Pass reveals and updates
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games coming soon in November 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 coming to Xbox Game Pass this November, as...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About Forza Horizon 5 On Xbox Game Pass
Release date, pre-install details, early access info & more!
Forza Horizon 5 is undeniably one of the biggest games to arrive on Xbox this year, with only Halo Infinite rivalling it in terms of anticipation. Releasing with Xbox Game Pass on day one, there's a lot to be excited about. Eager to get your hands on the game and want to learn more?...
News Forza Horizon 5 Is Giving Out Various Loyalty Rewards At Launch
Grab yourself some free cars
Forza Horizon 5 is upon us, with the early access period starting for Premium Edition owners this Friday, and the full launch arriving next Tuesday. And if you've played Forza before, you're going to get a few loyalty rewards. As revealed on the Forza website, up to seven cars are being given out to players (available...
News GTA: San Andreas Is Now Available To Pre-Install With Xbox Game Pass
Here we go again
We're now incredibly just a week away from the release of GTA: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, and starting today you can pre-install the full version of GTA: San Andreas from that package with Xbox Game Pass. The file size is clocking in at almost 22GB on Xbox Series X, and you can see evidence of this below:
News Total War: Warhammer III Is Launching With Xbox Game Pass For PC
Set to arrive in February 2022
We've got more good Xbox Game Pass news to share today, as it's been revealed that Total War: Warhammer III will be launching with the service for PC in just a few short months on February 17th, 2022. The game is described as "the biggest and best Total War: Warhammer game ever, featuring six factions, nine unique...
News Don't Worry, Forza Horizon 5 Still Looks Really Impressive On Xbox One
"These guys are tech wizards"
The embargo for Forza Horizon 5 content dropped earlier this morning, along with a whole bunch of reviews, and that means comparisons between the Xbox One, Series X, Series S and PC versions of the game have hit the web. We already knew that it looked stunning on Xbox Series X (and Series S) thanks to
News Two More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (November 4)
Including It Takes Two via EA Play
It's Game Pass day! We've got two more additions to the service today, including first-person action game Kill It With Fire, and the superb co-op adventure It Takes Two for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC and/or EA Play members. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today:
News Battlefield 2042's Free Xbox Game Pass Trial Begins Next Week
Go on, have a taste
After the beta, you may still be on the fence with Battlefield 2042. If so, you'll be happy to know a 10-hour free trial will be available for Xbox Game Pass and EA Play members starting November 12th. As confirmed by an
News Two More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (November 2)
Including this 'Unpacking' puzzle game
It's Game Pass day! We've got two more additions to the service today, with one of them being a brand-new release in the form of puzzle game 'Unpacking', and the other being the Java and Bedrock editions of Minecraft for PC. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today: Minecraft: Java...
Video Xbox Releases Forza Horizon 5 Live-Action Clip Starring Ted Lasso Star And Karol G
"I call myself the getaway driver"
In the lead-up to the release of Forza Horizon 5, Xbox has uploaded a new live-action promotional trailer. It stars the Mexican actor and filmmaker Cristo Fernández (as seen in Ted Lasso) and the Colombian singer, Karol G. In the trailer, we get to see the two speed through Mexico's many landscapes in a BMW and...
News Achievement Hunters, Don't Ignore 'The Gardens Between' On Xbox Game Pass
It's leaving the service soon
Microsoft announced the next batch of games leaving Xbox Game Pass earlier today, with six titles set to depart the service on November 15th, and if you're an achievement hunter, The Gardens Between should be on your radar. The Gardens Between is a puzzle game in which you manipulate time in order to complete each...
News Another Six Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (November 15)
Last chance to build the park of your dreams
Microsoft has unveiled the next set of six games that will be removed from Xbox Game Pass in the middle part of November 2021, arguably highlighted by the departures of Final Fantasy VIII HD, Planet Coaster and River City Girls. Here's the full list of games currently set to leave on November 15:...
News These Nine Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (November 2-11)
It's a stacked week of additions!
The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today unveiled another nine games coming to the service over the next 11 days, including It Takes Two, Forza Horizon 5, GTA: San Andreas and more! Here's what's coming to Xbox Game Pass over the next week-or-so: Date Game Platform November 2
Feature These 15+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (November 1-5)
Another busy week ahead
Hoping for a quiet week away from game releases? Well, avert your eyes as another huge week is on the way, with titles such as Call of Duty: Vanguard and Forza Horizon 5 Premium Edition arriving on the scene. Here's everything coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this week: New Xbox Releases (November 1-5)
News Age Of Empires 4 Team Suggests An Xbox Version Is On The Cards
The news we all wanted to hear
The latest entry in the Age of Empires series has gone down a treat ever since it launched on PC with Xbox Game Pass last week, but unfortunately the game (and the series as a whole) has yet to release on Xbox consoles. There's been very little talk about a potential Xbox version up until now, but in a recent...
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News These Ten Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (October 31)
Last chance to scare yourself silly
In case you'd forgotten, today marks the removal of ten more games from the Xbox Game Pass library, including favourites such as Celeste, Knights and Bikes, Eastshade and a bunch of Five Nights at Freddy's games. Here are the ten games confirmed to leave before the end of the day on Xbox Game Pass:...
News Forza Horizon 5's First Update Is Now Live, 20GB For Xbox Series X|S
Add that to the 100GB+ base game installation
Last week, as you might recall, the Xbox and PC pre-load for Forza Horizon 5 on Game Pass (and anyone who purchased the game) got released. It was over 100GB and even larger on the past-gen platform Xbox One. Some people have now taken to social media sites like Twitter to reveal the first update is now...
News 'One Step From Eden', The Deckbuilding Action Roguelike, Is Heading To Xbox Game Pass
With "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews on Steam
We've got another new release confirmed for Xbox Game Pass in the form of One Step From Eden, which is a deckbuilding action roguelike with "overwhelmingly positive" reviews on the Steam platform for PC. The game "combines strategic deck-building and real-time action with rogue-like elements, giving...
Feature 15+ Great Games To Try On Xbox Game Pass This Halloween
Beware! You're in for a scare!
The Halloween season is upon us, filled with spooks, scares and other horrors. It's a time where it's actually a good thing to be creeped out, and many people jump into video games to celebrate. Some want hardcore jump scares, while others are looking for something a bit cosier to play on the dark evenings. It doesn't...
News Forza Horizon 5 Has A 'Premium Add-Ons Bundle' Targeted At Xbox Game Pass Members
In case you didn't know
The release of Forza Horizon 5 is now right around the corner, and if you were hoping to get Early Access from November 5th alongside all the upcoming expansions and extra goodies, you'll want to be aware of this unique offer. Xbox Game Pass members can pay £35.99 / $44.99 for access to something called the Forza Horizon 5...
News Get Ready, Knockout City Is Receiving A Free Xbox Series X|S Upgrade
120fps!
EA has announced Knockout City is getting a few snazzy upgrades on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, all of which will arrive on November 2. The biggest upgrade will see the inclusion of 120fps, along with two graphic modes to choose from. Quality will focus on bringing a 4K experience, whilst Performance ups the frames per second. Here are...
News Visage Gets 'Enhanced Edition' For Xbox Series X|S, Now Available With Game Pass
"Happy spooky times!"
It's only been a few weeks since the first-person psychological horror game Visage arrived on Xbox Game Pass for the first time, and now it's already received a free 'Enhanced Edition' for Xbox Series X and Series S. The update brings support for up to 4K resolution at 60FPS, along with improved loading times. It's mentioned...
News Project Wingman Gets Surprise Xbox Game Pass Release For Consoles
Available to download and play right now
A grand total of seven games have been added to Xbox Game Pass today, but one of them wasn't previously announced ahead of time - the combat flight action title from Humble Games, Project Wingman. In Project Wingman, you'll dogfight, strike, and fly through combat zones based off an alternate history of...
News Seven More Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (October 28)
Welcome to The Forgotten City
It's Game Pass day! We've got a whopping seven more additions to the service, including the launch of Age of Empires 4 on PC, as well as new console additions such as The Forgotten City, Backbone and Alan Wake's American Nightmare. Here are the new games you can download with Xbox Game Pass today:
News Back 4 Blood Is Already Celebrating Over Six Million Players
"Thanks for all your hard work, Cleaners"
Left 4 Dead spiritual successor Back 4 Blood has proved highly popular ever since it launched on Xbox Game Pass earlier this month, with the game now celebrating over six million players across all platforms. The impressive achievement was shared by the Back 4 Blood team on Twitter earlier this week:...
Review Age Of Empires 4 (Xbox for PC) - The Return Of The King
RTS is back on the menu
Long before MOBAs hit their stride with titles like DotA and League of Legends, one of the most popular genres on PC was real-time strategy. We may no longer be in the heyday of RTS, but there are still many series from this period that remain an important part of video game history. One of the standouts alongside classics...
News Pixel Art RPG UnDungeon Is Launching With Xbox Game Pass This November
Another one to add to the list!
We've got another confirmed addition to the Xbox Game Pass lineup for November, as it's been announced that the "gorgeous" science fiction action-RPG UnDungeon will be launching on the service on November 18th. The game is described as an "action role-playing experience that brings back the spirit of old school...
News Here Are The Release Times For Age Of Empires 4 On Xbox Game Pass
"Return to History"
The next major release from Xbox Game Studios arrives this Thursday, October 28th in the form of Age of Empires 4, which unfortunately isn't coming to consoles as of yet, but is nevertheless launching on Xbox Game Pass for PC. You'll be able to play the game at no extra charge if you're an Xbox Game Pass for PC or Xbox Game Pass...
Roundup Here's What's Coming To Xbox In November 2021
Busy days ahead
It's another huge month for new releases on Xbox in November 2021, with the likes of Forza Horizon 5, Call of Duty: Vanguard, Battlefield 2042, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition and more on the way. It's a gargantuan few weeks ahead! Without fur
Guide All Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks You Can Claim In October 2021
Including 3 free months of Discord Nitro
Update: To end the month, we've got a new Discord Nitro Perk! Details are down below. Original story: It's been a hectic month for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks in October 2021 so far, with a wide range of freebies available for the likes of RuneScape, Back 4 Blood and Fallout 76, as well as a free movie...
News Everspace 2 Team Lavishes Praise On Xbox, Calls Game Pass Deal A 'Blessing For Everyone'
"Such deals can be game-changers for indie studios like us"
You might have missed it last week, but Everspace 2 made its way to Xbox Game Pass for PC in the form of an Xbox Game Preview title, and the team behind the game has lavished praise upon Xbox for the partnership. In a message to fans on Steam, Rockfish Games explained that the deal was...
News Wholesome Fishing RPG Moonglow Bay Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Get wrangling
While not mentioned in last week's formal announcement of Xbox Game Pass titles, Moonglow Bay is now officially available with the service on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC. For anyone who doesn't know, Moonglow Bay is a fishing RPG, playable either solo or cooperatively, and uses the art style of games such as The...
Feature These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (October 25-29)
Anything take your fancy?
This week on Xbox is looking to be an extremely busy one. Not only do we have titles such as Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy and Riders Republic, but Age of Empires IV is also hitting Xbox Game Pass for PC. With no signs of the releases slowing down, here's everything coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Age Of Empires 4
Heading to Xbox Game Pass (for PC) this week
The first reviews have dropped today for the highly-anticipated Age of Empires IV, which arrives on Xbox Game Pass for PC this Thursday, and the good news is that it seems to be shaping up very, very well! We'll also have our own thoughts on Age of Empires 4 to share in the near future here at Pure Xbox,...
Hands On The Good Life Is The Strangest Xbox Game Pass Title You'll Ever Play
The Good Life is a good time
There's no singular way we could describe The Good Life that would accurately represent what the game actually is. It's a concoction of many different genres, often poking fun into their tropes, and the end result is an absolute mess of a game - which we absolutely love. Despite its constant attempts to squander our fun...
News Forza Horizon 5 Is A 'Phenomenal Experience' On Xbox Series X, Says Digital Foundry
"A next-gen spectacle for Xbox Series consoles"
We're now just a few short weeks away from Forza Horizon 5's Xbox Game Pass release on November 9th, and in preparation, Digital Foundry has taken a detailed look at the preview version for Xbox Series X and S. They're suitably impressed, too. The game is described as a "next-gen spectacle" for the...
News Phil Spencer Showers Praise On New Game Pass Title Echo Generation
"Having a great time so far"
This week has brought us a few excellent Xbox Game Pass additions, and of them is turn-based adventure Echo Generation, which launched with the service earlier this week. And so far, Xbox boss Phil Spencer is a big fan. Taking to Twitter, the head of Xbox showered praise on the game, calling it "perfect for any device"...
News Woah, GTA: San Andreas - The Definitive Edition Is Coming To Game Pass
Huge news!
Along with today's official reveal of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition, it's also been confirmed that GTA: San Andreas will be available on day one on Xbox Game Pass. You heard it right! If you're looking to dive into the classic game featuring "brilliant new lightin
News Forza Horizon 5 Pre-Install Now Available, 100GB+ On All Platforms
You're going to need to clear some space
The time has come to pre-install Forza Horizon 5 with Xbox Game Pass, but you're going to need a lot of space to fit it on your console or PC, as the game is clocking in at over 100GB across all platforms, including Xbox One. In fact, Xbox One is actually the largest file size of the four consoles, being a...
News Shredders Hits The Slopes With Xbox Game Pass In February 2022
Update: Looks like it could be March instead
Update: It looks like this one has been quietly pushed to March 2022 now, with no sign of a release in February. Original story: It was announced back in June that the self-proclaimed "love letter to snowboarding" Shredders was coming to Xbox Game Pass at launch in 2021, but now it's been slightly...
News Among Us Arrives On Xbox Game Pass For Console This December
We've finally got a release date
We've been waiting on a release date for Among Us with Xbox Game Pass (for console) for a while, and now we've finally got it, as the game has been confirmed as heading to Xbox One, Series X and Series S on December 14th. The wildly popular online multiplayer social deduction game has been available for the PC...
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