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Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Is Out Now After Four Years of Development
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, developed by Asobo Studio and published by Focus Entertainment, has launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This new entry shifts focus to Sophia and introduces a blend of combat, exploration, and puzzles, differing from previous titles. The game is also available on Xbox Game Pass and has received a positive review score of nine out of ten.
Militsioner: The Surreal Immersive Sim Featuring a Colossal Policeman, Coming to XBOX Game Pass in 2027
The surreal immersive sim Militsioner, featuring a colossal policeman, is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Game Pass in 2027. Players will navigate a mysterious town under constant surveillance, with gameplay focusing on creative escape methods and moral choices. The game will also support Xbox Play Anywhere, allowing play on both console and PC at no additional cost.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Will Do Something No Previous CoD Beta Has
Activision has announced that the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta will feature campaign and battle royale content in addition to multiplayer. The beta will be available in early access from August 21-25 for pre-orders and open to all from August 28-September 1. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on October 23 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2, notably skipping PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Extract From the Gyldenmist: Dark Fantasy Extraction ARPG Mistfall Hunter Arrives on XBOX
Mistfall Hunter, a dark fantasy extraction ARPG, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Xbox Game Pass. The game features a loop of looting, combat, and extraction to mend the 'Web of Fate' in a world corrupted by the 'Gyldenmist'. It is available with a 10% launch discount until August 12.
Xbox brings backwards compatibility to PC
Xbox is expanding its backwards compatibility program to PC and handheld devices, making titles like Fuzion Frenzy and BLiNX: The Time Sweeper available to Xbox Game Pass subscribers. New graphical settings, including resolution upscaling, have also been added for PC players. Players who own digital licenses for these games can access them in their PC library.
Xbox brings backwards compatibility to PC
Xbox is expanding its backwards compatibility program to PC and handheld devices, making titles like Fuzion Frenzy and BLiNX: The Time Sweeper available to Xbox Game Pass subscribers. The update also includes new graphical settings for PC players, such as resolution upscaling and Vsync.
Play More of the Games You Love, Wherever You Play with XBOX Backward Compatibility on PC
Xbox Backward Compatibility is now available on PC, allowing players to access classic original Xbox games on PC and handheld devices like the ASUS ROG Ally. Initially launching with four titles, this feature is part of a broader effort to preserve older games and enhance them with features like resolution upscaling and customizable graphics settings. Future updates will include Achievements for select titles.
Forza Horizon 5 Creative Director Says Xbox Game Pass Was “A Good Idea”
Former Forza Horizon 5 creative director Mike Brown believes Xbox Game Pass was a good concept that ultimately failed due to insufficient subscriber numbers needed to sustain its business model. He expressed sadness over the potential studio closures and job losses resulting from this outcome. Brown also defended Xbox employees amidst criticism and recent layoffs, emphasizing that the core idea of Game Pass was player-focused, though it did not reach the scale required to justify major acquisitions like Activision Blizzard.
Microsoft Spent $80 Billion On Its Bet For Xbox Game Pass. It Did Not Work.
A report indicates Microsoft spent nearly $80 billion over the past decade on initiatives to boost Xbox and Xbox Game Pass, but these efforts did not meet growth expectations. Despite significant investments in acquisitions and third-party deals, Game Pass subscriber numbers have stagnated, leading to recent layoffs and studio divestitures as Microsoft aims to refocus its strategy.
Xbox Layoffs Included 37-Year Veteran Who Designed One Of Xbox’s Best Features Ever
Microsoft's recent layoffs at Xbox have impacted 1,600 employees, including 37-year veteran Kevin LaChapelle, who was instrumental in developing the popular backwards compatibility feature for Xbox consoles. The company is also divesting several studios as part of a broader restructuring, with some strategic bets like Xbox Game Pass not meeting expectations.
State of Decay 3 could reportedly skip Xbox Game Pass after Microsoft dumped its studio
Following Microsoft's significant restructure and layoffs, Undead Labs, the developer of State of Decay 3, is reportedly moving to a new management structure or becoming independent. This change could mean that State of Decay 3 will not be required to launch on Xbox Game Pass, despite its recent gameplay reveal and 2027 release window.
MAVRIX Full Global Release on July 16th
MAVRIX, an open-world mountain biking game created by Matt Jones, developed by Third Kind Games, and published by Cascade Interactive, will have its full global release on July 16th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game will also debut on Xbox Game Pass on day one, featuring new competitive modes, trails, and technical improvements based on community feedback from Early Access.
Arkane founder asks Xbox CEO "how much" Microsoft wants for the studio: "I'm asking for a…
Original Arkane Studios founder Raphael Colantonio inquired about the potential sale price of the studio amidst Xbox's cost-cutting measures and planned divestments. Microsoft is reportedly exploring strategic options for Arkane, which could lead to its separation from Xbox, similar to other studios like Ninja Theory and Double Fine. Colantonio, who left Arkane in 2017 to form WolfeEye Studios, has previously been critical of Xbox's strategy and decisions, including the closure of Arkane Austin.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 advert shows Xbox's embarrassing Game Pass U-turn
An advert for Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 highlights Microsoft's reversal on offering new Call of Duty titles day one on Xbox Game Pass. After acquiring Activision Blizzard, Microsoft initially planned to include new releases like Black Ops 6 on Game Pass, but this strategy has been abandoned after only two years. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announced a price cut for Game Pass with the caveat that future Call of Duty games will not launch on the service, a move that has led to awkward marketing disclaimers.
Xbox Game Pass Loses 8 More Games Very Soon
Microsoft is removing eight games from Xbox Game Pass on June 30, including Payday 2, Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider, Slay the Spire, Ultimate Chicken Horse, Mecha Break, Volcano Princess, and Unpacking. Subscribers can purchase these titles at a discount before they are delisted. New additions to Game Pass in June include Call of Duty: Vanguard and EA Sports FC 26.
Xbox Game Pass Soldiers on With June 2026 Wave 2 Lineup Announcement
Microsoft has announced the Xbox Game Pass lineup for June 2026 Wave 2, amidst reports of potential studio closures and mass layoffs affecting developers like Ninja Theory, Double Fine, and Compulsion Games. The company has not yet commented on these reports.
Persona 6 Announced at Xbox Games Showcase 2026
Atlus officially announced Persona 6 during the Xbox Games Showcase 2026, confirming it as the next mainline entry in the RPG series. The game will feature a new story, characters, and setting, and will launch after Persona 4 Revival. Persona 6 is confirmed for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass, with future releases planned for PlayStation 5 and Steam.
Where Winds Meet is Out Today, With Exclusive XBOX Game Pass Benefits and a New Expansion on the Way
The Wuxia open-world action RPG Where Winds Meet is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and cloud gaming, with exclusive benefits for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. The game also received a preview of its upcoming major expansion, Hidden Mountain, which will introduce a new mountainous region and the secretive Mohist sect.
Fable pre-orders are live, and the Collector's Edition includes a Jack of Blades statue for die-hard fans
Pre-orders for the upcoming game Fable are now available, with a planned release date of February 23, 2027. Multiple editions are offered, including a Standard Edition, a Premium Edition with digital extras and early access, and a Collector's Edition featuring a Jack of Blades statue. Fable will also be available on Xbox Game Pass on its release date.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Heads To Game Pass This August
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, a new entry in the A Plague Tale series, will launch on August 27th, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features a new protagonist, Sophia, and is set 15 years before the original titles, exploring a mythological island. It will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass.
