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Feature These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (November 8-12)
GTA, Forza, Skyrim and much more!
Can the game releases just slow down for a little bit? Evidently not, as this week is looking to be another huge one with numerous big titles on the way. Not only do we have the official release of Forza Horizon 5, but we also have the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definit
Talking Point What's Your Most Anticipated 2022 Video Game Release?
It's a big year ahead
Arguably, 2021 has been a bit of a quiet year in terms of major new game releases. If anything, it's been a time for indies to shine and for the next-gen systems to push out some new, nifty features. Unfortunately, the games to really utilise those options are far and few between - until next year. 2022 is looking to be a...
Pick One Which Call Of Duty Multiplayer Is Your Favourite?
Which will it be, soldier?
To the surprise of no one, a new Call of Duty game has launched. Call of Duty: Vanguard is in the wild, offering a new multiplayer experience for fans of the series to dive into. It's a standard formula, but one that has kept the community coming back for more over and over again. Over the years, there's been a ton of...
Poll Did You Buy The Forza Horizon 5 Premium Add-Ons Bundle?
If so, how are you finding it so far?
It's finally arrived! Well, for some of us. Forza Horizon 5 is officially playable right now if you bought the Premium Edition of the game, and that includes the special Premium Add-Ons Bundle for Xbox Game Pass members. If you're not in the loop, this is a new offer from the Xbox team designed for Game Pass...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 6-7)
Oorah!
Call of Duty: Vanguard, Forza Horizon 5, Just Dance 2022 - there's an extremely varied selection of new titles to enjoy this weekend. There are also some new Game Pass titles to dive into, along with
Soapbox FPS Boost For Xbox Has Been Great, But I Hope There's Still More To Come
The wishlist is neverending
It's been quite a long time now since we last heard about FPS Boost. If you don't know what it is (or you want a refresher!), it's a feature which allows the Xbox team to boost framerates for older Xbox One titles on Xbox Series X and Series S without any extra work required by the developer. So far, almost 100 games have...
Deals 200+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (November 2-9)
We're spoilt for choice once again
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! There's plenty to take advantage of once again this week, including an [email protected] Big Bundle Sale and LEGO Franchise Sale, along with the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight sales. Don't forget that the Shocktober Sale and Tomb Raider 25th Anniversary Sale are...
Talking Point What’s Your Scariest Video Game Moment?
Camp fire stories
There's something different about playing a horror game rather than watching a scary movie. Being in direct control of the action and physically having to push your character forward is a daunting experience, putting you in the director's seat, rather than simply watching the action unfold on screen. Knowing the horror won't happen...
Feature Best Xbox Zombie Games: Our Picks For Xbox One, Series X & Series S
The Ungrateful Dead
Zombies! There's just something about the shambling undead that keeps video game creators, movie makers and pop culture in general coming back for more. As far as games are concerned, it's not too hard to see why these moany, groany bags of putrid flesh are so commonly employed as the enemy, they're already dead so you're not...
Pick One Which Of These Horror Franchises Is Your Favourite?
What scares you the most?
Are you ready for a Sunday of spooks, ghouls and bumps in the night? It's the perfect weekend to be scared, or for those who are of the faint of heart, embracing the light-hearted vibes of Halloween. There are dozens upon dozens of titles out there that embrace the atmosphere of the holiday. Ranging from terrifying haunted...
Feature 15+ Great Games To Try On Xbox Game Pass This Halloween
Beware! You're in for a scare!
The Halloween season is upon us, filled with spooks, scares and other horrors. It's a time where it's actually a good thing to be creeped out, and many people jump into video games to celebrate. Some want hardcore jump scares, while others are looking for something a bit cosier to play on the dark evenings. It doesn't...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 30-31)
It's a spooky one
Are we all ready for a spooky weekend? Halloween is finally upon us, and so is a wealth of new titles to dive into. Outside of new Xbox Game Pass titles, Free Play Days and the several sales taking place, we also have huge new AAA releases such as Marvel's Guardi
Poll Are You Happy With November 2021's Xbox Games With Gold?
What do you make of the selection?
Microsoft has officially announced November 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 Moving Out and Kingdom Two Crowns, along with Xbox 360 (backwards...
Roundup Here's What's Coming To Xbox In November 2021
Busy days ahead
It's another huge month for new releases on Xbox in November 2021, with the likes of Forza Horizon 5, Call of Duty: Vanguard, Battlefield 2042, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition and more on the way. It's a gargantuan few weeks ahead! Without fur
Deals 300+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (October 26 - November 2)
It's a stacked selection of Shocktober treats!
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection is absolutely stacked, featuring the ongoing Shocktober Sale alongside a Rockstar Games 'Deals with Gold' sale, EA 'Publisher' sale and much more! We've rounded up some of the most notable current deals below, and Xbox's Major Nelson...
Talking Point Compared To Other Halos, Where Do You Think Infinite Will Rank?
Will it be one of the best Halos of all time?
343 Industries has finally delivered what we've all been asking for, with no less than six minutes of Halo Infinite campaign footage released as part of an 'Overview' video earlier today, and the reception has been very positive. Couple that with the numerous multiplayer playtests that have taken place...
Feature These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (October 25-29)
Anything take your fancy?
This week on Xbox is looking to be an extremely busy one. Not only do we have titles such as Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy and Riders Republic, but Age of Empires IV is also hitting Xbox Game Pass for PC. With no signs of the releases slowing down, here's everything coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S...
Hands On The Good Life Is The Strangest Xbox Game Pass Title You'll Ever Play
The Good Life is a good time
There's no singular way we could describe The Good Life that would accurately represent what the game actually is. It's a concoction of many different genres, often poking fun into their tropes, and the end result is an absolute mess of a game - which we absolutely love. Despite its constant attempts to squander our fun...
Pick One Which Is Your Favourite Splinter Cell Xbox Game?
The original? Chaos Theory? Pandora Tomorrow?
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, with reports of a brand-new mainline Splinter Cell game in the works, we thought we'd take a look back at the history of the franchise on Xbox so far. There have been six games in all across the 20 years of Xbox, with the most recent title arriving all...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 23-24)
Checking out the Riders Republic free trial?
Welcome to the weekend! As usual, there are loads of new games to try on Xbox this weekend, including a bunch of recent Game Pass additions, three Free Play Days titles, and don't forget the Riders Republic Free Trial Week! Here'
Poll Are You Buying GTA: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition?
Or are you sticking with GTA: SA on Game Pass?
The big news of the day (and arguably the week) has been the announcement of a release date and price for GTA: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, along with a first look in the form of an official trailer and screenshots. We know that the Definitive Edition is going to feature a wide range of...
Deals Xbox Shocktober Sale Now Live, 200+ Games Included
Scare yourself silly with up to 90% off
The Xbox Shocktober Sale 2021 has begun! This year's sale features discounts on over 200 games, and they're expected to be on offer for the next 14 days. The Resident Evil deals from earlier this week are also featured in the 2021 Shocktober Sale, along with savings for a bunch of major Xbox games - including...
Deals 200+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (October 19-26)
Including 40% off Mass Effect Legendary Edition
Update: Xbox has added to this selection with a massive Shocktober Sale 2021, which is live for the next couple of weeks. These are deals are not included in the table below, but you can access them via the following links: Deals: Xbox Shocktober Sale Now Live, 200+ Games Included
Feature These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (October 18-22)
Bring your toys back to life
The games release schedule shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, this week is showing an even bigger selection than last week, with titles such as The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes, and amazing looking Xbox Game Pass titles including Echo Generation. Here's everything coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and...
Soapbox We Need To Talk About 'That' Part Of Resident Evil Village
It's a nope from us
Update: As Halloween is fast approaching, we're republishing this piece just in time for the spooky season. If you haven't played Resident Evil Village yet, be sure to check out the game before reading forward and check out our review in the meantime! There’s been a lot of buzz, opinions, and emotions to Resident Evil...
Talking Point Are You Enjoying Back 4 Blood On Xbox Game Pass?
Is it good? Or should it have been Left 4 Dead?
Back 4 Blood launched into Xbox Game Pass this week, marking another huge third-party title to arrive on day one. With such a big entry, no doubt thousands of players are jumping into the game discovering it - some of who may not have otherwise considered giving it a go. With all this said, there's...
Pick One Which Is Your Favourite Turtle Rock Studios Game?
Back 4 Blood is just the latest in a line of classics
With Back 4 Blood being the biggest Xbox release of the week, it's time to weigh in on how it ranks in the studio's catalogue. Of course, the studio was previously known as Valve South and created the Left 4 Dead series, but they also worked on the Xbox port of Counter-Strike back in 2003...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 16-17)
There's a lot to choose from
Can you believe it's the weekend again already!? This week has seen some huge releases from Back 4 Blood on Xbox Game Pass, all the way to the Crysis Remastered Trilogy. There's even been a wealth of indie titles, some of which have joined Xbox Game Pass day one, such as The Good Life. It's been a busy week! Here's what...
Mini Review Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl - Not So Smashing
Something's missing
Starting up the first match with four Nigel Thornberry's battling it out was a momentous occasion. Growing up with classic Nickelodeon cartoons, this was a nostalgic moment for us, as we watched four Nigel's belly flop across the colourful stage. It was a great time, but one that fizzled out faster than it ignited. Within moments...
Deals 200+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (October 12-19)
Survive the Hive
It's time for another set of weekly Xbox deals! This week's selection is packed to the rafters once again, with the usual Deals with Gold and Spotlight sales being complemented with extra 'Bombs Drop' and Pixel Art ID offers. We've rounded up some of the most notable current deals below, and Xbox's Major Nelson has listed the...
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...
Pick One Which Is Your Favourite Ghost Recon Xbox Game?
You've got 20 years' worth of history to choose from
It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, with Ghost Recon Frontline having been announced by Ubisoft a few days ago, we thought we'd take a look back at the history of the series of Xbox so far. There have been seven mainline games and a couple of expansions released over the past 20...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 9-10)
Venturing to Yara with Far Cry 6?
Welcome to the weekend! It's been a busy week of new releases, so you might find yourself playing the likes of Far Cry 6 and Alan Wake Remastered this weekend, and we've also got a few more Xbox Game Pass additions to take advantage of. Don't forget that the
Pick One Which Is Your Favourite Game In The GTA Trilogy?
GTA 3, Vice City or San Andreas?
Update (Oct 2021): With the announcement of GTA: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, we thought we'd bring this back for a bit of fun! If you haven't already, let us know your favourite game in the trilogy down below. Original story (Aug 2021): It's time for another round of Pick One! This week, with the rumour...
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...
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...
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...
Soapbox Is Dishonored Basically A James Bond Game In Disguise?
Hear me out...
I know exactly what you're thinking from the headline. What is this guy on about!? I know, I know, but bear with me here. Having revisited the James Bond films over the past month in anticipation of No Time To Die, I can't help but think of Dishonored. I've spent weeks trying to articulate my thoughts on it all, which hasn't at all...
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...
Feature Aaero Is Well Worth A Download With Xbox Games With Gold This Month
Let the bass cannon kick it
Probably the most unknown and least visually enticing of October 2021's Xbox Games with Gold selection is an indie rhythm game known as Aaero, but having picked this game up back at launch, we can attest to its excellent quality and fantastic soundtrack, and we highly encourage you to give it a download if you're...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 2-3)
Are you assembling with the Avengers?
Welcome to the weekend! We're spoilt for choice this weekend, as we've got loads of new Xbox Game Pass additions including Marvel's Avengers and Scarlet Nexus, three more Free Play Days titles, the first two Games wi
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,...
Roundup Here's Everything That Was Revealed During Xbox's Tokyo Game Show 2021 Stream
Missed the event? Here's a recap
Weren't able to catch Xbox's Tokyo Game Show stream earlier today? No worries! You can always go back and watch the on-demand version for yourself, and we've also detailed all the important reveals in this article. The following list is everything that was announced during the stream: Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming...
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...
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...
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...
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...