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Free Play Days – Catan and Deadside
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members can play Catan Console Edition and Deadside for free from May 7 to May 10. Both games are available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, with discounts offered for continued play after the Free Play Days event. Deadside's inclusion features its recent 1.8 update with new content and an overhauled crafting system.
Ocean Media Drops Four More Casual Adventures Onto Xbox
Ocean Media has released four new casual games on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S: Jewel Match Solitaire L’Amour, Perfect Klondike Solitaire, Faircroft’s Antiques: The Forbidden Crypt Collector’s Edition, and So Much Stuff Collector’s Edition. These titles cater to players seeking hidden-object hunts, card games, and relaxing puzzle experiences.
Civilization 7 is getting a mammoth update with all new mechanics, reworked victories, and the ability to play as a…
Firaxis Games is releasing a major 'Test of Time' update for Sid Meier's Civilization VII on May 19, 2026, overhauling core mechanics like victory conditions and introducing 'Time-Tested civs' that can be played for an entire game. The update also includes balance changes, new narrative events, and a free new leader, aiming to address player feedback on the game's departures from the franchise's established formula.
Noodlebound Serves Up Fast-Paced Ramen Samurai Action On Xbox, PlayStation And PC
Noodlebound, a fast-paced action platformer from Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and PlayStation for £4.19. The game features a ramen samurai battling living food ingredients across 30 stages, including dedicated boss fights.
BAHAMUT AND THE WAQWAQ TREE Brings Arabian Mythology To Xbox And PlayStation
Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree, a 2D adventure game inspired by Arabian mythology, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation consoles. Previously available on PC and Nintendo Switch, the game developed by Starvania Studio and published by Soft Source Pte Ltd focuses on exploration, ancient mysteries, and restoring light to a corrupted underwater world.
Daily Video Game Deals May 7 – Red Dead Redemption, Monster Hunter Wilds, Harvest Moon: Mad Dash, Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut & More
Daily video game deals for May 7th include discounts on Red Dead Redemption, Monster Hunter Wilds, Harvest Moon: Mad Dash, and Yakuza 0: Director's Cut. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Star Wars: Battlefront Is Reportedly The Best Selling Franchise Game In US History
Mat Piscatella, an analyst for Circana, reported that Star Wars: Battlefront (2015) is the best-selling Star Wars game in U.S. history and ranks seventh overall in lifetime franchise sales. The game was released for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
PUBG comes out with another collab, one that can net you thousands of dollars if you're popular enough
PUBG: Battlegrounds has launched a new collaboration with Payday, introducing a cooperative heist game mode and a streamer challenge with a £100,000 prize pool. The event is available on PC and consoles, with specific dates for each platform. Participants in the streamer challenge must meet certain streaming hour requirements to be eligible for prizes.
Magic Sheep Review | TheXboxHub
Magic Sheep is a slow-paced puzzle adventure game from Afil Games where players push barrels onto pedestals. The review criticizes the repetitive gameplay, stagnant level design, and lack of innovation, noting that while it includes minor quality-of-life features like rewind and restart, it ultimately feels like a barebones experience. The game is available on Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC.
For The King II Ventures ‘Into the Wild’ With New DLC & Major Free Content Drop.
IronOak Games and Curve Games have launched the 'Into the Wild' DLC and the free 'Dungeon Crawl' update for For The King II. The DLC adds two new playable classes, the Beekeeper and the Angler, along with new items and cosmetics. The free update introduces a new Treasure Hunter character, a roguelite-focused Dungeon Crawl Mode with randomly generated maps, and leaderboards.
Paradox Interactive to Publish Urban Games’ Transport Fever 3 in 2026
Paradox Interactive will publish Urban Games' upcoming title, Transport Fever 3, set to release in 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game will feature deep transport empire management across four distinct environments with over 250 authentic vehicles. This partnership aims to leverage Paradox's expertise in management titles to enhance the game's development and reach.
Leaker reveals new Worms game
A leaker has revealed a screenshot of a new Worms game, codenamed Project Arrakis, currently in playtesting on Steam. The title is expected to be officially announced during the upcoming Summer Game Fest. Team17 has not yet commented on the leak, though the article also mentions Worms Rumble's upcoming release on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
Versebound – Mixing Mythology And Survivor Chaos
Versebound is a new dark fantasy survivor-like game inspired by Finnish mythology, developed by Conifer Digital and published by Silesia Games. Available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, it blends survivor combat with roguelite progression and challenging boss battles, offering a moody atmosphere and unique folklore-inspired worldbuilding.
A Brief History Of James Bond Video Games
This article chronicles the history of James Bond video games, tracing the spy's evolution from early text-based adventures to modern first-person shooters and open-world titles. It highlights key games like Goldeneye 007 and discusses the varying success of the franchise across different platforms and eras.
Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina Announced for Early 2027 Release
Aniplex announced Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina, a new 2D fighting game set to release in early 2027 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PC. This updated version of Melty Blood: Type Lumina will feature refined mechanics, new characters, and a story by Kinoko Nasu.
Daily Video Game Deals May 6 – DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined, PAW Patrol Rescue Wheels: Championship, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist & More
Daily video game deals for May 6th include discounts on DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined, PAW Patrol Rescue Wheels: Championship, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, and Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Mina the Hollower Launches on May 29th
Yacht Club Games has announced that Mina the Hollower will launch on May 29th for $19.99 across multiple platforms including Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. The game's release was previously delayed from October 31st for additional polish, a period during which the studio also underwent staff layoffs and paused development on a 3D Shovel Knight title to focus on Mina the Hollower's success.
As the PS4 dies its second death what is the true legacy of Sony’s best console?
As major publishers cease support for the PlayStation 4, the article reflects on the console's legacy and its success. It contrasts the PS4's triumphs with the PlayStation 3's failures, highlighting Sony's learning from mistakes and the console's opportune timing in the industry.
Devil May Cry Season 2 Soundtrack Shared Ahead of Its Debut
Netflix has revealed the soundtrack for the upcoming second season of the Devil May Cry anime, featuring 12 tracks from artists like Evanescence, Papa Roach, and Gunship. The season will also include music from the early 2000s and remixes by Power Glove. The latest mainline game, Devil May Cry 5, is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.
The next Call of Duty is not coming to PS4 (or presumably Xbox One)
Activision Blizzard is focusing on next-generation platforms for the upcoming Call of Duty title, indicating it will not be released on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. This suggests a move towards prioritizing current-gen consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.