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October2021
Guide Here Are The Release Times For Back 4 Blood On Xbox Game Pass
With a release date of this Tuesday
Update (Mon 11th Oct, 2021): As of the time of writing, Back 4 Blood will be available on Xbox Game Pass in just a few hours' time! You can remind yourself of the release date and release time(s) down below. Don't forget we've also created an 'Everything You Need To Know' guide on Back 4 Blood if you want more...
Feature These 15+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (October 12-15)
Back 4 Blood, Crysis, NHL 22 & more!
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and we've got some major releases on the way this week including Back 4 Blood (with Game Pass), Disco Elysium, Crysis Remastered Trilogy, NHL 22 and more! As it stands, here's what's coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One next week: New Xbox Releases...
News Digital Foundry: Far Cry 6 Provides The Most 'Crisp' Console Image On Xbox Series X
Thanks to its higher resolution window
Arguably the biggest release of last week was Ubisoft's Far Cry 6, and as usual, Eurogamer's Digital Foundry has been intricately analysing all the different versions, with the Xbox Series X coming out on top in a key area. Specifically, Digital Foundry says that Xbox Series X benefits from the highest...
News Brace Yourself, The GTA Trilogy Remaster Could Be Pretty Expensive
If these retailer listings are anything to go by
There was a lot of excitement last Friday surrounding the announcement of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, but if you were hoping it might be reduced in price, you might want to think again. UK retailer Base has already begun taking pre-orders for the game across all...
Guide Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon & Leaving Soon In October 2021
The latest Game Pass reveals and updates
Looking for a complete list of Xbox Game Pass games coming soon in October 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 October, as...
News Free-To-Play WWII Shooter Enlisted Is Now Available On Xbox One
It was previously a next-gen exclusive
If you're an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S owner, you might have already come across the free-to-play World War 2 FPS Enlisted, but now it's also been made available for previous-gen consoles including Xbox One. The game is a "squad-based first person MMO shooter" with hundreds of weapons, ground vehicles and...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About Back 4 Blood On Xbox Game Pass
Releasing with XGP this Tuesday
Back 4 Blood was a surprise announcement for Xbox Game Pass during the company's E3 presentation back in June. It's not a first-party title, nor is it part of the EA Play selection, but instead it's another huge third-party title arriving day one, akin to Outriders and MLB The Show 21 earlier this year. The game is...
News Hell Let Loose Is Unlikely To Come To Xbox One, Admits Developer
"If I’m shooting from the hip, I would say no"
World War 2 shooter Hell Let Loose has proved popular ever since its 10-hour free trial dropped on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S last week, but unfortunately it looks like Xbox One players will be missing out entirely. In an interview with
News Back 4 Blood Dev Promises To 'Address' Solo Campaign Concerns
"We have heard your frustrations"
Back 4 Blood has got off to a positive start in terms of gameplay feedback from its Deluxe and Ultimate Edition purchasers so far, but as we reported yesterday, there's been a major concern surrounding Solo Campaign mode. In this single-player mode (with bots), the ability to progress by unlocking Supply Points is...
News Far Cry 6 Seems To Be Going Down Well With Xbox Players So Far
"This game is just pure fun for me"
Yesterday marked the release of Far Cry 6 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and we've seen plenty of praise for it across social media so far, along with very positive reports about its performance. Players have been taking to the Xbox Series X subreddit to share their experiences with it:
News It's Official, The GTA Remastered Trilogy Launches This Year
Called 'Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition'
It's officially happening, folks! Rockstar Games has confirmed today that Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition will be launching for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S (and other platforms) later this year. The bundle, which has been heavily rumoured in...
News Back 4 Blood Players Have A Major Concern With Its Solo Campaign
Update: Dev promises to "address" the issue
Update: Good news! Developer Turtle Rock Studios has responded to the feedback about Solo Campaign mode, promising to "address the issue" — with more news to come "as we strategise on potential ways to make it happen." Original story: There's a lot of hype surrounding Back 4 Blood's release on Xbox...
News Far Cry 6 Only Installs 700MB From The Disc On Xbox Series X
Because it includes the Xbox One version instead
If you've picked up, or you're thinking of picking up a physical copy of Far Cry 6 for your Xbox Series X, you'll probably want to be aware that due to how Smart Delivery works, you'll pretty much have to download the entire thing. The disc actually includes the Xbox One version of Far Cry 6, so if...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (October 7-10)
Become the greatest Shinobi
Ready for some free games to play over the weekend? Xbox has dropped another batch of titles and they're available to download and jump into right now. It's a bit of a low-key weekend, with some smaller titles on offer. The biggest choice is Port Royale 4, which will be backed up by Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker and...
News Sky TV Has Partnered With Microsoft To Resurrect The Xbox Kinect
It's alive!
The Kinect is getting a form of reincarnation with the new Sky Glass Camera, a device that detects motion controls to work on the new series of Sky TVs in the UK. Does all of this sound familiar? That's because it looks and sounds eerily close to the Xbox Kinect. In fact, Sky is even partnering with Microsoft to bring some social...
News Resident Evil: Welcome To Racoon City's First Trailer Is Finally Here
Witness the origin of evil
After months of set pictures, promotional images and interviews, Sony has finally unveiled its first look at the upcoming Resident Evil reboot movie. Featuring iconic locations, callbacks to the game, zombies and even a lovely Licker, the trailer has everything a Resident Evil fan could want. That being said, it's wrapped...
News Influencers Receive Back 4 Blood Xbox Packages Ahead Of Launch
We want one!
We're just a few days away from Back 4 Blood joining Xbox Game Pass and marketing for the game is ramping up. The latest is seeing various influencers receive themed packages for the game, which leaves us incredibly jealous. Amongst the gifts, influencers are receiving a snazzy custom Xbox controller, along with a special jacket,...
News Xbox 20th Anniversary Special Edition Controller Arrives This November
Behold!
Update: It's official! Xbox has announced the 20th Anniversary Special Edition Controller, along with a unique Stereo Headset to celebrate the occasion. Razer has also created a Limited Edition Universal Quick Charging Stand to partner with the controller, available separately in the near future. You can pre-order the controller from the...
News Xbox Players Are Reporting Graphical Issues With Battlefield 2042
It's not a good start
Battlefield 2042's open beta is now available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and EA Play members, but it appears it's not all smooth sailing. Many users are reporting an array of graphical issues, such as flashing lights and other various glitches. The experience seems to be fairly widespread, as we have also run into an...
News Randy Pitchford Steps Down As Gearbox Software President
With Steve Jones taking his place
Randy Pitchford, the former president of Gearbox Software, has announced he has stepped down from the position in favour of becoming the CEO and president of The Gearbox Entertainment Company. Pitchford announced the shift in his position on Twitter, confirming that Steve Jones, the company's former chief...
News Xbox Appears To Be Teasing A 20th Anniversary Controller
Let the speculation begin
If the announcement of a pair of Xbox inspired Adidas trainers wasn't enough to get you excited, the company now appears to be teasing a new controller to tie into their 20th anniversary. An image was shared on Xbox's social media channels, displaying a silhouetted controller. While it doesn't show too much, the one thing...
News Season 8 Of Halo: The Master Chief Collection Begins Next Week
And it may be the last...
343 Industries has announced that Season 8 of Halo: The Master Chief Collection will kick off on October 13, potentially serving as the last season-based content for the game. A brief teaser for the upcoming season was shared on social media, revealing it will be based around a medieval theme with unique armour offerings...
News Death's Door Is One Of Phil Spencer's Standout Games Of 2021
He's a fan
If you caught our review of Death's Door earlier this year, you'll know we were huge fans of the game. We loved it so much, we awarded it the extremely rare score of 10/10! It's not just us who loved it either. The game received critical acclaim, and now Xbox boss Phil Spencer has chimed in to express his love for it too. Sharing an...
News Ring Of Pain Creeps Its Way Onto Xbox Game Pass Next Week
Not to be mistaken with the ring of fire
The beauty of Xbox Game Pass is how it introduces us to weird and wonderful games we've never heard of before. Ring of Pain is one such title and will be joining the service on October 14 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming. So, what is Ring of Pain? To put it simply, it's...
News Marvel’s Avengers Is Seeing A Huge Boost Since Joining Xbox Game Pass
Excelsior!
Marvel's Avengers didn't exactly take the gaming world by storm when it launched. While some were fans right away, the majority bounced off fairly quickly, with player numbers diminishing within just a few weeks. Despite these odds, Crystal Dynamics has been working effortlessly to add more to the game, and its latest addition into Xbox...
News Battlefield 2042's Beta Has Begun For Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Members
All-out warfare
After months of anticipation, Xbox players can finally get their first hands-on with Battlefield 2042. The open beta is available to download and play now for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S users who are signed up to Game Pass Ultimate or EA Play. Running up until October 10, players can dive into a match of Conquest and...
Random Xbox Jokingly Hopes To Appear In Season Two Of Squid Game
Let the games begin
Unless you've been living under a rock, Netflix's Squid Game has become something of a cultural phenomenon recently. Since releasing last month, the Korean series has made quite an impression over here in the West, along with becoming a huge talking point and an influence for memes. Xbox is now getting in on the action,...
News Ghost Recon Frontline Is Met With Tremendous Backlash On YouTube
Uh-oh
Yesterday, Ubisoft announced Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Frontline, its take on the battle royale genre which attempts to go up against goliaths such as Call of Duty: Warzone and Fortnite. Ho
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About Far Cry 6
Let's start a revolution
Far Cry 6 is here! The latest iteration in the franchise is arriving on Xbox this week and promises to introduce a terrifying villain along with a gorgeous open-world to explore, but does it live up to the hype? Reviews for the game are beginning to pour in, weighing in on how the latest entry compares to previous versions...
Deals All Classic Xbox Games In This Week's Sales (October 5-12)
Xbox 360 and original Xbox titles
This week's selection of Xbox Deals is now live, and alongside the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight offerings, we've also got two special sales — one centred around WB Games, and the other called a 'Harvest' sale. Below, we've included every single Xbox 360 and original Xbox game available over the next week,...
News Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Frontline Is A New Free-To-Play, Battle Royale-Style FPS
"Think strategically and stay one step ahead"
Ubisoft has today announced Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Frontline, which is a free-to-play "tactical-action, massive PvP" shooter set to release for Xbox at some point in the future, with a PC test going live this October. The game will change you to "think strategically and stay one step ahead: work with...
News Battlefield 2042's Digital Edition For Xbox Series X|S Now Includes The 'Cross-Gen Bundle'
Get access to the Xbox One version as well
In a change of heart, EA has announced a change in its plans for the Xbox Series X|S Digital Standard Edition of Battlefield 2042. Instead of locking the Xbox One version behind the more expensive Gold and Ultimate Editions, all buyers of the Xbox Series X|S version will now receive the last-gen version at...
News Xbox's 'Installation Stopped' Issue Is Causing Havoc With Marvel's Avengers & Battlefield 2042
And pretty much everything else
Is your Marvel's Avengers, Battlefield 2042 Beta or any other Xbox download suddenly halting and saying "Installation Stopped" for no reason? You're not alone. We reported on this story yesterday, but due to a surge of players attempting to download those two games in particular, the issue is ramping up again on...
News Visage Is Bringing Spooky Halloween Vibes To Xbox Game Pass This Week
Prepare to be scared
Halloween is kicking into gear a few weeks early, as the first-person psychological horror game Visage is making its way onto Xbox Game Pass on October 7. Playable on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming, fans of horror will no doubt be ready to turn off the lights and get ready for a P.T. influenced...
News Ubisoft Reveals Pre-Load Info & Release Times For Far Cry 6 On Xbox
Only a few days until launch
Far Cry 6 is just a few days away and fans around the world are excited to dive into the latest open-world adventure. Ubisoft has now provided the times players can begin their journey into the upcoming title. Depending on your region, the game will be launching at midnight local time on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S...
News Another Six Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (October 15)
Your last chance to try Tales of Vesperia
Update (October 5): Despite some confusion surrounding Gonner2 and Tales of Vesperia over the past couple of days, Microsoft has formally confirmed today that the six titles below will leave Xbox Game Pass on October 15. In addition, eight more games will be joining Xbox Game Pass between October 5 and 15...
News These Eight Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (October 5-15)
The latest batch of titles
The latest batch of Xbox Game Pass titles has arrived! Microsoft has today unveiled another eight games coming to the service over the next couple of weeks, with the highlight being the previously confirmed Back 4 Blood on day one. Here's what's coming to Xbox Game Pass over the next week-or-so:...
News Victrix Unveils The 'World's Fastest Xbox Controller', Out Now
Along with a new wireless headset
Victrix has announced and launched the Gambit Dual Core Tournament Controller, which the company is dubbing the "world's fastest Xbox controller". The controller retails for $99.99 and claims to feature the "fastest thumbsticks, triggers and buttons on Xbox". All of this is said to be done with the dual cores, one...
Deals 300+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (October 5-12)
Including a special Harvest sale
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection is a huge one, highlighted by special 'Harvest' and WB Publisher sales, and of course we've got the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight sales as well. We've rounded up some of the most notable current deals below, and Xbox's Major Nelson has...
News Battlefield 2042's Beta Is Now Available To Pre-Download On Xbox
Time to fight
The time has finally arrived. Battlefield 2042's Xbox open beta is now ready to download ahead of its arrival on October 8th (or October 6th for EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members). You can download the beta now via the Microsoft Store, with the Xbox One version coming in at 9.34GB, while the Xbox Series X|S beta weighs in at...
Mini Review Bullets Per Minute - A Frantic FPS Metal Mosh Pit
Rock on!
Have you ever played Guitar Hero and lost yourself so much in the moment that you're thrashing around the room like a real-life rockstar? If so, then BPM: Bullets Per Minute is the game for you, mixing the iconic rhythm gameplay with all the ferocious action of DOOM. It's a unique sell for a game, and while it's a bit rough around the...
Soapbox I'm Not A Halo Fan, And Even I'm Enjoying Halo Infinite
The multiplayer technical preview has been a blast
You might want to chew me out for this one, reader, but I'm not what you'd call a "Halo fan". Have I played (most of) the games? Sure. Could I tell you the story details of the campaigns or name the famous maps in the multiplayer modes? Nope. For whatever reason, Halo passed me by in the early...
Guide Is New World Coming To Xbox?
A whole new world
Despite Amazon's track record of releasing less than favourable titles, their recent stab at the MMO genre entitled "New World" is proving to be a huge success on PC. New World is the latest game from Amazon Games, which is making waves across the PC community. The launch day saw a sea of people attempting to enter the game,...
News Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel Launches This Winter, Will Be Free-To-Play
Experience the thrill of Yu-Gi-Oh trading card battles
Konami actually announced the existence of Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel a couple of months ago, but now it's been confirmed that the free-to-play card game will be launching sometime this winter for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. Details are still fairly thin on the ground, although we know that the...
News Friday The 13th Devs Accidentally Reveal They're Working On A Ghostbusters Game
Who you gonna call?
It's been a long time since we last got a Ghostbusters game. It was 2009 when we last received a decent one, which saw the original cast return to reprise their roles. Now, it seems Illfonic, the team behind titles such as Friday the 13th: The Game, is working on a new title in the universe. It appears the news was accidentally...
News Xbox Exec: Halo Infinite's Campaign Left Me 'Smiling All Weekend'
Sounds promising
With Halo Infinite fast approaching and multiplayer getting the bulk of the attention, some fans are worried about the game's campaign. The last we saw of it was during an Xbox showcase back in 2020, which left fans sceptical after its initial reveal. Since then we've heard very little of its development, but one Xbox executive has...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About Alan Wake Remastered
Partying like it's 2010
The highly-anticipated Alan Wake Remastered officially launches this Tuesday (October 5) across all platforms, and the first reviews have begun dropping across the web today, including here at Pure Xbox! Here's what the verdict is so far (spanning both the Xbox Series X|S and PS5 versions): Pure Xbox (9/10): "If you've...
Review Alan Wake Remastered - Remedy’s Cult Classic Still Holds Up
Wake up, Alan
When Alan Wake first launched back in 2010, it had the unfortunate task of going up against Red Dead Redemption. The initial batch of people jumping into the game was small, but thankfully over the years, it's gained a cult following via word of mouth. Fast forward to today and developer Remedy Entertainment is working on bringing a...
Feature These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (October 5-8)
Welcome to Yara
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and this week is highlighted by the launch of Alan Wake Remastered on October 5 and Ubisoft's Far Cry 6 on October 7. We've also got the likes of Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl and Hell Let Loose making their debuts as well. As it stands, here's...
News The Hell Let Loose Free Trial Is Going Down A Treat On Xbox Series X|S
"This game is incredible"
World War 2 shooter Hell Let Loose was given a 10-hour free trial on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S last week, and with players diving into it over the weekend, it seems the feedback has been largely positive thus far. Over on the official Hell Let Loose Reddit, reports have been coming in from new fans who have expressed...
News Xbox Suffers With 'Installation Stopped' & 'Kicked From Party' Issues
"What's going on?"
If you were busy playing games over the weekend, you might have noticed that Xbox was acting a bit weirdly, and you're not alone. Reports have surfaced about installation issues and problems with Party Chat in particular. In regards to the former, players have found that their downloads have been making progress and then suddenly...
Pick One Which Is Your Favourite Xbox James Bond Game?
Remember, you can only pick one!
Update (Sat 2nd Oct, 2021): With No Time To Die releasing in cinemas this week, we wanted to bring back this Pick One James Bond feature from last year! However, we've also added a new poll specifically for Daniel Craig games below. Original story (Sat 21st Nov, 2020): It's time for another round of Pick One! This...
Review Xuan Yuan Sword 7 - A Huge Surprise Hit
A love letter to the original Xbox days of gaming
These days, games get so bogged down in their ideas that they lose their central idea. Take Assassin's Creed Valhalla for example. The game is fantastic but is accompanied by an extraordinary amount of filler, and the result is that the percentage of people who made it to the end is shockingly low...
News 343 Confirms Halo's Legendary Multiplayer Announcer Won't Be In Halo Infinite's BTB Mode
And some fans aren't happy
Part of what makes the Halo multiplayer experience so special is the legendary announcer, Jeff Steitzer. He's been voicing for the Halo series since the original game and in Halo Infinite returns as the "traditional multiplayer" announcer. While many fans were hoping to hear him in the game's Big Team Battle, it seems 343...
Guide How To Claim 2500 Bonus Microsoft Rewards Points On Xbox In October
Your Monthly Bonus Round instructions
It's that time again! We're big fans of the Microsoft Rewards program here at Pure Xbox, which allows you to complete tasks in order to earn redeemable points which can be spent on gift cards, donations and much more. October 2021's "Monthly Bonus Round" challenge has just begun, and by satisfying a few easy...
News Xbox Reveals Various New Accessibility Features Coming Soon
Quick Settings, Night Mode, Colour Filters and more
Team Xbox has today unveiled a batch of new accessibility features that will be coming to Xbox soon, with the company preparing to celebrate accessible gaming and the Gaming & Disability community all month long. The first of these is New Game Accessibility Feature Tags for the Microsoft Store...
News Konami Is Reportedly Set To Remake Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater
Along with Castlevania and Silent Hill
There have been tons of reports over the past year that Konami was looking to revive Silent Hill and Castlevania, but one franchise that has remained relatively quiet is Metal Gear Solid. However, a new report suggests that not only is the company looking at bringing back the series, but could be working on a...
News Stranger Of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin Launches March 2022, Free Trial Now Available
Final Fantasy with a twist
Team Ninja's take on mixing a bit of Ninja Gaiden with Final Fantasy finally has a release date, as Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin has been confirmed to be launching on March 18, 2022 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. As part of Square Enix's appearance at the Tokyo Game Show, the game's release...
News Halo Infinite's Technical Preview Is Now Live For All Xbox Insiders
Go, go, go!
Eager to check out Halo Infinite's multiplayer? Well, all Xbox Insiders can get involved this weekend, and if you're not signed up, it's still super easy to do. If you haven't already, be sure to download the Xbox Insider app on your console, and you'll find the ability to grab the Halo Infinite technical preview within. Here's how to...
News Phoenix Point Brings Its Tactical Combat To Xbox Game Pass
Take the fight to the alien menace
Today marks the last day of this current batch of Xbox Game Pass titles (it's been a busy week to say the least!), and what better way to end it than with Phoenix Point arriving on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. The turn-based tactical shooter plays out in a similar vein to games such as X-COM,...
September2021
News The Good Life Is Definitely Coming To Xbox Game Pass This October, Demo Now Available
It looks absolutely bonkers
After some uncertainty over whether The Good Life would be coming to Xbox Game Pass, developer White Owls has confirmed it will be hitting the service day one on October 15 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. There's also a free demo available on the Microsoft Store
News Xbox Game Pass Title Moonglow Bay Has Been Delayed Ever So Slightly
Wholesome vibes coming your way... a few weeks later
Update: Unfortunately some "pesky bugs" have put a spanner in the works, resulting in Moonglow Bay being delayed by a few weeks until October 26. Thankfully, it's not too far away! Ahead of its Xbox Game Pass launch, the team has something special to share on its original release date of...
News Phil Spencer Congratulates God Of War Director On ‘Best Game Of All Time’ Award
"Great recognition for a fantastic game"
It seems like Xbox head Phil Spencer and God of War director Cory Barlog are good friends these days, and a recent exchange on social media has fueled their relationship even further. Following a competition that saw IGN readers voting for their favourite game, God of War came out on top. Following this,...
News Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (September 30 - October 3)
Cooking, racing and slicing
It's time for another batch of Free Play Days titles! Three more games are available to play for free this weekend for Xbox Live Gold members, and they're ready to download right now. This weekend will see a varied selection, from the hectic co-op action of Overcooked! All You Can Eat to the fast-paced tracks of NASCAR...
News PlayStation Acquires Metal Gear Solid HD Dev BluePoint Games
Another one bites the dust
The acquisitions just keep ramping up over at PlayStation HQ as the company has now acquired BluePoint Games, which previously worked on Metal Gear Solid HD Collection and the Xbox 360 port of Titanfall. It's no huge surprise this acquisition has been made, considering the developer has solely been working with...
News WW2 Shooter Hell Let Loose Now Has A 10-Hour Free Trial On Xbox
Download and play the full game right now
Hell Let Loose has had plenty of hype surrounding it ahead of the game's console release on October 5, and now it's actually available to play for free for 10 hours on Xbox Series X|S, including access to the full game and all its features. Hell Let Loose is a hardcore World War Two first person shooter...
News Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition Has Been Rated In Korea
Is an announcement coming soon?
Following on from rumours of a remastered collection of classic GTA games arriving either later this year or sometime next year, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - Definitive Edition has now officially been rated in Korea. The listing was spotted by Twitter user Nibellion, which revealed the game has been rated by a...
News These Five Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (September 30)
One last Night in the Woods
In case you'd forgotten, today marks the removal of five more games from the Xbox Game Pass library, including favourites such as Night in the Woods, Drake Hollow and Warhammer: Vermintide II. Here are the five games confirmed to leave before the end of the day on Xbox Game Pass: Date Game Platform Sep 30th Drake...
News The First Two Of October 2021's Xbox Games With Gold Are Now Available
Step into the shadows of the hell house
You can now begin downloading the first batch of October 2021's Xbox Games With Gold titles (one day early!), which are the Xbox One game Aaero and Xbox 360 game Castlevania: Harmony of Despair. Both titles are available right now from the Microsoft Store (links at the bottom of the page) or by searching...
Review Scarlet Nexus - Bonkers Combat, With An Even More Bonkers Story
Bring some painkillers
With Scarlet Nexus joining Xbox Game Pass (September 30), we're re-publishing this review. A few hours into Scarlet Nexus your fingers are dancing around the controller as you're directing the ballet of action on screen. By the end of the game, you're not only directing the experience, but you're also producing it,...
News eFootball 2022 Receives 'Overwhelmingly Negative' Reviews At Launch
The PES replacement is off to a worrying start
Konami unveiled the PES replacement eFootball earlier this year, serving as a free-to-play game that will evolve with new features over time, but its initial launch (it went live last night) has gone down noticeably poorly so far. Players have swarmed social media to share their impressions, with the...
News Surprise! Scarlet Nexus Is Joining Xbox Game Pass Today
Announced at the Tokyo Game Show
As a surprise announcement during Xbox's Tokyo Game Show stream, it was revealed Scarlet Nexus is coming to the service and will be available later today on Xbox, PC and Cloud (with touch controls!). Releasing back in June, the stylish RPG has already made its way to Xbox Game Pass members, bringing fast-paced...
Video Watch Xbox's Tokyo Game Show 2021 Stream Here
A 50-minute celebration with Xbox's Asia community
Update: The show is now over, and we've provided a full recap of announcements elsewhere on Pure Xbox. Original story: Welcome! It's time for Xbox's live stream at the Tokyo Game Show 2021, which is a 50-minute show featuring the latest regionally relevant updates on previously announced games...
News Toy Soldiers HD Sets New October Release Date For Xbox
It's once again on the move
We've been keeping a keen eye on Toy Soldiers HD for a while now, which is an HD remaster of the popular 2010 Xbox 360 game, but unfortunately its release date has been pushed back a bit further until October 21. The reason is to ensure the game gets a simultaneous release across all platforms (including PlayStation 4...
News Phil Spencer Is Lost For Words About Lost Words On Xbox Game Pass
He has no words anymore
Indie titles are hitting Xbox Game Pass every week at the moment, but there's one that seems to constantly be capturing Xbox boss Phil Spencer's attention, and that's Lost Words: Beyond the Page. Spencer's love for the game began in April when he described it as a "really a special game" with a "fantastic atmosphere, writing...
Roundup Here's What's Coming To Xbox In October 2021
It's another action-packed month of releases
It's another huge month for new releases on Xbox in October 2021, with over 50 games slated for release including FIFA 22, Alan Wake Remastered, Far Cry 6, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, Riders Republic and many more. That's not to mention the Game Pass titles, which are highlighted by the day one...
Review Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania - A Love Letter With A Few Misfires
AiAi and his friends are back!
Can you believe the Super Monkey Ball series is 20 years old? We can't either, but 2021 is the year of the monkey and SEGA is celebrating its iconic hero AiAi and friends with Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania, a completely remastered collection of three fan-favourite titles in the franchise. Whether you're a series...
News Battlefield 2042's Beta Will Require Xbox Live Gold, But Not PlayStation Plus
For some reason
News of Battlefield 2042's open beta surfaced this week, alerting fans they can expect to dive into the action as early as next week. However, it's been confirmed all players will require an Xbox Live Gold membership to check it out on Microsoft's consoles, whereas PlayStation owners won't require a Plus subscription. The news was...
News Insurgency: Sandstorm Makes Its Debut On Xbox, Available Now
"The definitive tactical FPS on consoles"
We've seen a lot of Xbox fans building anticipation for the release of Insurgency: Sandstorm over the past few weeks and months, and today is the day, as the game is officially now available for Xbox One, Series X and Series S. Described as "the definitive tactical FPS on consoles", Insurgency: Sandstorm...
News Xbox Is Making Game Pass & Live Gold Cheaper In Three Territories
Chile, Hong Kong and Israel
Microsoft is lowering the price of Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold in Chile, Hong Kong and Israel, responding to the market in those territories. The company confirmed the news to VGC, revealing these changes have been made to fall in line with the economic climate of each territory, rather than serving as the...
News Medal TV, The Game Capture Platform, Has Partnered With Xbox
"Bringing your clips to the world"
If you're an Xbox user who likes to edit, share and upload game clips to YouTube and social media, you might be interested in checking out the "#1 game capture platform" Medal, as it's partnered with Xbox. All you'll have to do is link your Xbox account to the Medal client, and then you can create quick links to...
News Chernobylite Brings Its Survival Horror RPG To Xbox, Out Now
Uncover the truth of your tortured past
There's been a fair bit of anticipation surrounding the release of sci-fi survival horror RPG Chernobylite on Xbox, and now it's finally available as of today, with the game retailing for a very reasonable £24.99 / $29.99 at launch. The game sees you take on the role of Igor, a physicist and ex-employee of...
Deals All Classic Xbox Games In This Week's Sales (September 28 - October 5)
Xbox 360 and original Xbox titles
This week's selection of Xbox Deals is now live, and alongside the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight offerings, we've also got a special sale centred around Xbox's appearance at this Thursday's Tokyo Game Show. Below, we've included every single Xbox 360 and original Xbox game available over the next week, but be...
News Xbox Cloud Gaming For Console Is Now Rolling Out To Insiders
"Cloud gaming on your console – no installs required"
In some surprise news, Microsoft has announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming for Console has already begun rolling out to Xbox Insiders as of today, allowing you to play Game Pass games on your console without having to install them first. The feature is available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members,...
Video Alan Wake Remastered 4K Gameplay Showcases A Substantial Upgrade
Shine a light on this
Alan Wake Remastered is right around the corner. Up until now, we’ve had some comparison footage to showcase some hefty changes, but recently released gameplay of the first seven minutes running in 4K is our best look yet. As shared by IGN, the gameplay features a stunning look at the game’s introduction. While the...
News Get Ready, Battlefield 2042's Open Beta Begins Next Week
With Early Access for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members
Having been delayed until November, EA has finally announced its Battlefield 2042 beta plans. Eager fans can expect to jump in between October 8 - 9, with early access open from October 6 for anyone who has pre-ordered or is an EA Play member (which includes Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers).
Poll Are You Happy With October 2021's Xbox Games With Gold?
What do you make of the selection?
Microsoft has officially announced October 2021's Xbox Games with Gold, giving us a look at four more games we'll be able to play at no extra charge with our Gold memberships next month. In case you missed it, the games are Xbox One titles Aaero and Hover, along with Xbox 360 (backwards compatible) games...
News Here Are Your Xbox Games With Gold For October 2021
Another four games are on the way
Microsoft has officially announced all four Xbox Games With Gold titles for October 2021! These games are available to download for free for Xbox Live Gold members (including subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate). Here's the complete list of titles you can look forward to in October: Xbox Series X / Xbox One:...
News Don't Worry, Disney Classic Games Collection Will Have A $9.99 DLC Upgrade Option
There's no need to purchase the game again
News of the Disney Classic Games Collection dropped last week, which revealed the previously released bundle of Aladdin and The Lion King would be joined by some new titles. Not only is the SNES version of Aladdin being included, but The Jungle Book will also be joining the roster. Since this announcement,...
News Microsoft CEO: Xbox Is Now A Much More Central Part Of The Company
"Xbox was part of Microsoft but it was out on the side"
It's been clear in recent years that Microsoft is putting a bigger emphasis on Xbox. From huge studio acquisitions such as Bethesda to introducing Xbox Game Pass, the company is working hard to involve the brand in its ecosystem. This is something Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has publicly...
Deals 200+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (September 28 - October 5)
Including a Tokyo Game Show Sale
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection is highlighted by a special Tokyo Game Show Sale ahead of the event taking place this Thursday, along with the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight sales. Additionally, it includes a 60% offer for Ghostrunner, which is getting a free next-gen...
News Xbox Updates Its Studio Web Page With Bethesda's Development Teams
It's now been a year since they joined forces
Believe it or not, it's already been one year since Xbox announced its acquisition of Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media, valued at $7.5 billion. This included developers such as id Software, Arkane and even the Japan-based team at Tango Gameworks. To mark this special occasion it appears Microsoft...
News 343 Opens Up Halo Infinite's Multiplayer Preview To More Players
Download the Xbox Insider Hub to participate
Round two of the second Halo Infinite multiplayer technical preview is taking place this weekend between October 1-3, and as previously mentioned, 343 will be opening it up to more players than ever before. This time around it seems you won't even have to be an "Halo Insider" - instead, anyone with an...
Feature These 30+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (September 28 - October 1)
It's a busy, busy week
It's time for another weekly Xbox new releases roundup, and there's plenty of major titles on the way including FIFA 22, Insurgency: Sandstorm, Hot Wheels Unleashed and eFootball 2022, along with yet another batch of Xbox Game Pass additions including a bunch of day one launches. As it stands, here's what's coming to Xbox...
News At Last, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut Is Coming To Xbox This October
Get ready, detective
After originally only launching on PC, then moving onto PlayStation, and later being confirmed for a Nintendo Switch release, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut is finally coming to Xbox. It's set to launch digitally on October 12, with a physical edition arriving on November 9. The critically acclaimed RPG brings an array of changes...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About Hot Wheels Unleashed
Can it live up to the name?
There's been plenty of attention surrounding Hot Wheels Unleashed ever since it was first announced back in February this year, and its release is fast approaching later this week on Thursday, September 30. The first reviews have just dropped for the game across the web, so here's what the verdict is so far: IGN (9/10):...
News Stranded Deep Is Finally Adding Online Co-Op Multiplayer This Week
Available as part of a free update
Survival game Stranded Deep has consistently found itself among the top paid games on the Microsoft Store for Xbox since its release in April 2020, and now it's getting a much-requested feature in the form of online co-op multiplayer. The free new feature will be available this Tuesday, September 28, and will...
News Hot Wheels Unleashed's Retail Release Is Causing Confusion For Xbox Owners
Make sure you buy the right version
Hot Wheels Unleashed is launching on Xbox this week and if you're planning on picking up a physical release, you may want to ensure you're purchasing the correct version. Xbox fans over on Resetera have discovered that two versions of the physical release exist. One just mentions Xbox Series
News Kena: Bridge Of Spirits Team Will Look At Possible Xbox Release After A 'Rest'
Fingers crossed
Since the release of Kena: Bridge of Spirits on PlayStation and PC platforms last week, Xbox players have been hungry to devour the game. Unfortunately, there are no concrete plans in place for a release on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S systems, but developer Ember Lab's recent comments instil some hope. Speaking to...
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About FIFA 22
Back of the net?
FIFA 22's free EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate trial began last week, and with the full release approaching this Friday (October 1), the first reviews have started appearing across the web for EA's latest footie game. We're hoping to provide a review of the game very soon, but for now, here are the early verdicts: The...
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