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It's no GTA 6 leak, but fans have discovered a treasure trove of hidden GTA 4 assets and an unfinished zombies mode…
A second-hand Xbox 360, revealed to be a Rockstar North development kit, contained a pre-release version of Grand Theft Auto 4 and numerous unreleased assets. These discoveries include cut content, alternative radio stations, unused weapons, and a potentially unfinished zombies mode. The find was shared by a user on the GTA Forums.
Mario Kart World 1.6.0 update out now, patch notes - Bob-omb Blast and much more
The 1.6.0 update for Mario Kart is now available, featuring the Bob-omb Blast mode and other additions. The article also discusses the upcoming Switch 2 console and its potential launch titles, including Mario Tennis Fever, while reflecting on the best games from the previous year across multiple platforms like Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Early Never-Seen-Before GTA 4 Build Leaks Online After Gamer Discovers Abandoned Xbox 360 Dev Kit
An early build of Grand Theft Auto 4 was discovered on an abandoned Xbox 360 development kit, reportedly previously owned by Rockstar Games. The discovery was made by a gamer at a second-hand market in Scotland.
Project Songbird Review | TheXboxHub
Project Songbird is a narrative adventure game that blends musical inspiration with horror elements. While the storytelling, music, and core mechanics are praised, the stealth and combat sections are considered weaker aspects. The game features a cinematic presentation and strong voice acting, making it a worthwhile experience despite its flaws.
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 airs in June and will be followed by a 'deep dive' into the Gears of War franchise with the E-Day Direct — here's when you can tune in and what to expect
Microsoft will host the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7, 2026, featuring new gameplay and announcements from first-party and third-party studios. Immediately following, the Gears of War: E-Day Direct will offer an in-depth look at the upcoming prequel, including new gameplay and insights from developer The Coalition Studio. The event will also celebrate Xbox's 25th anniversary with a look back and forward.
Meow Moments: Celebrating Myth & Machine Review | TheXboxHub
Meow Moments: Celebrating Myth & Machine is a hidden object game for Xbox featuring two scenes, 'Myth' and 'Machine', where players find 100 cats and 100 'not-cats' along with balloons. While the game offers some engaging moments and a low price point, the artwork's homogeneity and blurry zoom are noted as areas for improvement, making it a decent but not outstanding experience.
Game Pass Is Adding A New Bonus Soon
Microsoft is adding new perks for Wargaming's free-to-play titles to Xbox Game Pass subscribers over the next 12 months. These bonuses will be available for games like World of Warships, World of Tanks: Modern Armor, and World of Tanks Blitz across PC and Xbox platforms, starting April 9 with World of Warships.
Halo Campaign Evolved Has No In-Game MTX Shop, So You Need To Drink Soda To Get Master Chief DLC Apparently
Halo: Campaign Evolved will not feature an in-game microtransaction shop, according to Halo Studios community director Brian Jarrard. However, a special "Fantastic Spartan Armor" skin for Master Chief will be available through a promotion involving purchasing Fanta soda. This re-release of the original Halo game is launching for PC, Xbox, and notably, PlayStation 5, marking the series' debut on a PlayStation platform.
Complete ARC Raiders Flashpoint update patch notes: New enemies, weapons, and more
The Flashpoint update (version 1.22.0) for ARC Raiders is now live, introducing significant new content including new enemies, weapons like the Dolabra shotgun and Canto SMG, and deployables. The update also brings numerous gameplay and optimization tweaks, such as increased loot value, crafting improvements, and UI adjustments like hiding the HUD on consoles. Several maps have also received updates with new spawn points and improved navigation.
Bungie om Marathon: "Vi satsar långsiktigt"
Bungie has stated their commitment to supporting Marathon with continuous improvements for many years to come. While official sales figures have not been released, analysis suggests the game has sold approximately 1.2 million units across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox platforms, with player counts showing a decline since its launch peak.
The Division: Resurgence Review in Progress – Mobile agents
The Division: Resurgence offers a full-fledged looter shooter experience on mobile devices, set in a familiar snowy New York City. While the core gameplay loop and tactical combat are present, the game struggles with a cluttered UI, typical free-to-play mechanics, and technical compromises in its transition to mobile platforms, despite being built in Unreal Engine.
Xbox Showcase den 7 juni – följs av Gears of War: E-Day-show
Xbox will host its annual Xbox Games Showcase on June 7th, starting at 7 PM CET, followed immediately by a dedicated presentation for Gears of War: E-Day, a prequel set to release in 2026. The showcase promises gameplay premieres and major announcements for first-party and third-party titles, potentially including details on their new 'Helix' hardware.
Owlcat uses gen-AI while making The Expanse: Osiris Reborn
Owlcat Games has revealed The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, an Unreal Engine 5 Action RPG set in the universe of The Expanse novel and TV series. The game is coming soon to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The developer confirmed the use of generative AI in its development process.
I fell in love with action-adventure game At Fate's End when my sister tore her arm off to make a lightning sword
At Fate's End is an upcoming action-adventure RPG from Thunder Lotus Games that features a unique combat system involving both physical and verbal attacks. The game explores themes of family, fate, and secrets, with a skill tree that represents the player's family tree. It is set to release in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC.
How to Stay Safe While You Buy Games Online
This guide provides advice on how to safely purchase video games online, emphasizing the importance of reading terms, checking sellers, and using familiar payment methods with a clear transaction history. It highlights the differences in refund policies across major digital storefronts like Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation Store, and Nintendo eShop, and stresses the need for account security measures like two-step verification to prevent fraud.
How to Stay Safe While You Buy Games Online
This guide provides advice on how to safely purchase video games online, emphasizing the importance of reading terms, checking sellers, and using familiar payment methods with a clear transaction history. It highlights the differences in refund policies across major digital storefronts like Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation Store, and Nintendo eShop, and stresses the need for account security measures like two-step verification to prevent fraud.
BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW Review | TheXboxHub
BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW is a horror game that explores themes of social media, influencers, and body dysmorphia. The game features a symbolic narrative that blurs the lines between memory, reality, and hallucination, with gameplay primarily in first-person. Despite some frustrating stealth sections, the game is praised for its impressive visuals, superb audio, and clever horror messaging.
Hidden Cats in Spooky Village Review | TheXboxHub
Hidden Cats in Spooky Village offers a cozy hidden object experience with a darker, Hammer Horror-inspired theme compared to previous entries. While most cats are seamlessly integrated, some smaller or costumed felines can be difficult to spot against busy backgrounds. The game retains the series' effective paint-by-numbers mechanic for finding remaining cats and features detailed, crisp artwork.
Xbox Games Showcase 2026 Followed by Gears of War: E-Day Direct Airs June 7 Xbox Fanfest Returns
Xbox will host its Games Showcase on Sunday, June 7, at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK time. Immediately following the showcase, a special Gears of War: E-Day Direct will provide an in-depth look at the upcoming title.
Ancient version of GTA 4 with a cut zombie mode, ferry assets and DJ lines reportedly found at car boot sale
An early development build of Grand Theft Auto IV, dating from November 2007, has reportedly been discovered on an Xbox 360 development kit. Former Rockstar North technical director Obbe Vermeij confirmed the existence of cut ferry assets and commented on potential zombie minigame content. The build, found at a car boot sale, has been uploaded to the Internet Archive and is being scoured for unearthed assets, including unused radio lines and character models.
