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Xbox’s Disc-To-Digital Program Officially Announced, And It Sounds Pretty Great
Microsoft has officially announced its Disc-To-Digital program for Xbox, allowing players to digitize their physical game discs for Xbox One and Xbox Series X consoles. This feature grants digital benefits like Xbox Play Anywhere and Cloud Gaming, though it is tied to the specific disc and account. The program will exclude Xbox Series S owners and is expected to roll out to Xbox Insiders on August 31st before a wider release.
Xbox announces disc-to-digital program, will begin testing with Xbox Insiders next week
Xbox is launching a new 'disc-to-digital' program that will allow players to claim digital versions of supported physical games they own. The feature will begin testing with Xbox Insiders next week and will include titles for Xbox Series X and Xbox One. This move comes as the industry appears to be shifting towards digital-only distribution.
Your Discs. Now Also Digital.
Microsoft is introducing a new feature for Xbox Insiders that allows players to claim digital entitlements for physical disc-based games. This initiative aims to enhance game preservation and provide greater flexibility by enabling access to digital benefits like Xbox Play Anywhere and Xbox Cloud Gaming for supported titles across Xbox One and Xbox Series X consoles.
Comfy Corners Brings A Little Hygge To Xbox And Play Anywhere
Comfy Corners: Unpack and Decorate, a cosy home decorating simulator, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Xbox Play Anywhere. Developed by Witenovastudio OÜ, the game allows players to unpack, arrange furniture, and decorate rooms to create their ideal living space, embracing the concept of hygge. It previously released on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation.
Mech Shelf Review | TheXboxHub
Mech Shelf is a puzzle game that blends shape-sorting mechanics with Picross elements, developed by Afil Games. While innovative, the game lacks essential tools for players to make notes or deductions directly on the grid, forcing them to rely on external paper solutions. This design choice significantly increases the time spent outside the game, hindering the overall experience despite the interesting concept.
Mega Man: Dual Override and Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen hands-on previews
Capcom provided hands-on previews for two upcoming titles: Mega Man: Dual Override and Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen. Mega Man: Dual Override is a 2.5D platformer featuring new abilities and challenging bosses, while Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen is an expansion adding a new snowy region with quests and new enemies.
A Tower Full of Cats Brings More Than 1,400 Felines To Console And Play Anywhere
A Tower Full of Cats, a hidden object game featuring over 1,400 felines, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Devcats and published by Alchemy Games, the title offers a relaxed experience with no timers, allowing players to explore various historical and fantasy settings.
Mech Shelf Wants You To Put Every Piece In Its Place
Mech Shelf, a new logic puzzle game from Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The game challenges players to organize robotic components by matching shapes and numerical values on a board. Priced at £4.19, Mech Shelf offers a relaxed yet engaging puzzle experience with dozens of handcrafted levels.
Survive The Stars In Modularis
Modularis, a roguelike space shooter focused on ship customization, is now available for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. Developed by MarlinDev and published by RainForest Game Studio, the game challenges players to build and upgrade their spacecraft to survive increasingly difficult battles and boss encounters. Priced at £3.99, it offers a budget-friendly experience for fans of the genre.
The Biggest Gaming Stories That Happened Since GTA 5 Came Out 13 Years Ago
Since Grand Theft Auto 5's release in September 2013, the gaming landscape has seen significant shifts, including the rise of live-service games like Fortnite and the eventual decline of E3. Major events include numerous Skyrim ports, the expansion of the Watch Dogs franchise, Halo appearing on PlayStation, and Grand Theft Auto 5 itself releasing on multiple new platforms. The period also saw the rise of Andrew Wilson at EA, the entire Phil Spencer era at Xbox, the successful launch and dominance of the Nintendo Switch, and a significant increase in console prices.
Hidden Cats In Barcelona Takes Us To Cat-alan
Hidden Cats in Barcelona, a new hidden object puzzle game developed by Nukearts Studio and published by Silesia Games, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game challenges players to find hidden cats and objects in hand-drawn scenes of Barcelona's famous landmarks, offering a relaxing experience with a unique coloring mode.
Mega Man: Dual Override Gameplay Trailer Reveals Proto Man — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Capcom has revealed new gameplay details for Mega Man: Dual Override, confirming the return of Proto Man as a playable character alongside Mega Man. The game will feature a new 'Override' system for temporary power boosts and a 'Custom Chip System' for player customization. Mega Man: Dual Override is slated for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Here are Some of the Biggest Game Reveals from Gamescom ONL 2026
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game reveals and updates, including Mega Man: Dual Override, HoYoverse's new co-op title Nodus Fall, and Ubisoft's Rainbow Six Tactics. Other highlights included Tides of Annihilation, Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons, a Snoop Dogg collaboration for Hitman: World of Assassination, Metro 2039, Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake, Zoopunk, Final Fantasy VII Revelation, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past. Many of these titles are slated for release in 2027.
Xbox Will Let You Digitize Your Xbox One and Series X Discs, Goes Live on August 31st for Insiders
Xbox is launching a new feature for Insiders on August 31st that allows users to convert physical Xbox One and Xbox Series X game discs into digital copies. This initiative aims to support game preservation by enabling players to claim digital entitlements for thousands of titles, offering benefits like cloud gaming and Xbox Play Anywhere. While not all games will be immediately supported, Xbox plans to add more titles over time.
Mega Man: Dual Override Gameplay Demo Showcases Twinkle Girl’s Levels
Capcom presented gameplay for Mega Man: Dual Override during Xbox's Gamescom livestream, highlighting the new boss Tinkle Girl and various gameplay mechanics. The demonstration showcased the chip system for customizing abilities, including survival, firepower, and a "pure Mega Man experience" chip. The Dual Override system, which powers up Mega Man during combat, and the acquisition of collectible screws for upgrades were also featured. The game is set for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement Delayed to 2027, Begins Final Production Phase
ArtPlay has announced that Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement has been delayed to 2027, moving from its previously planned 2026 release window. Series creator Koji Igarashi stated that the game has entered its final development stages and gameplay footage will be shown soon. The title will continue the metroidvania style of Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, featuring a new protagonist named Leo.
Introducing the Designed for XBOX 25th Anniversary Collection
Xbox is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the "Designed for Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection," featuring nostalgic translucent green designs inspired by the original console. The collection includes new peripherals from Razer, 8BitDo, Backbone, PowerA, and GameSir, such as gaming mice, keyboards, controllers, earbuds, and bags, many of which are available for preorder now.
Sokobear Spring Review | TheXboxHub
Sokobear Spring is a puzzle game that continues the series' tradition of bear-based sokoban gameplay, blending sliding puzzles with crate-pushing mechanics. This installment introduces a new portal mechanic where pumpkins can be teleported between entrance and exit holes, adding an extra layer of complexity to the puzzles. While the new mechanic is a welcome addition, the game offers a familiar experience that may not significantly impress fans of the genre but provides solid value for sokoban enthusiasts.
Pay to Path Review | TheXboxHub
Pay to Path is a puzzle game where players must create paths for a character to reach a goal, but with a unique twist: every action like rotating or swapping path pieces costs in-game currency. While this mechanic encourages thoughtful play, the lack of an undo button and a clear tutorial leads to frequent frustration and resets, making the game a step in the right direction for the genre but ultimately hampered by its control and system limitations.
Cozy Tiny Home Opens Its Doors On Xbox
The cozy decorating game Cozy Tiny Home has been released on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S for £12.49. Developed by RedDeer.Games, the title allows players to create and customize their own living spaces with various furniture and decorative items, and also includes cats and bunnies. It was previously released on Nintendo Switch.
