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Do you remember the time when the Need for Speed series was synonymous with quality racing? And I mean way before it traded adrenaline-filled gameplay for flashy set pieces and turned into a blockbuster. Before all that nonsense, the Underground games were right up there with the creme de la creme of the series. And

We know you’re busy and might miss out on all the exciting things we’re talking about on Xbox Wire every week. If you’ve got a few minutes, we can help remedy that. We’ve pared down the past week’s news into one easy-to-digest article for all things Xbox! Or, if you’d rather watch than read, you

Microsoft has an update for its premium controller, and it comes in the form of the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (see it at Amazon). This is a controller for the hardcore gamers, because it has a price that’s not for the faint of heart. At $179, it’s nearly the price of a brand

First off, a confession. I’ve been a subscriber to Xbox Game Pass since day one, and have never once regretted it. With Microsoft’s introduction of Game Pass Ultimate, combining Gold with Game Pass, I was also straight on board with that. To me, it has always absolutely delivered stupendous value; even if you only played

The Terminator franchise has long since established that things are not always as they seem on the surface, with robots that pose as naked Austrian bodybuilders, liquid metal machines that disguise themselves as friendly policemen, and movie sequels that pretend to be even the slightest bit necessary. Terminator: Resistance stays true to that idea; it

Summary At X019 we unveiled a look at “Mobs at the Park” – the one-of-a-kind, life-sized statues of interactive mobs popping up in New York City, London and Sydney starting on Saturday, November 16 The pop-ups will be available to experience from 10am-7pm local time in each location Players will be able to complete an

In celebration of 15 years of the franchise being in business, Kartrider: Drift has been announced at X019, as it gets ready to provide cross platforming kart racing between Xbox One and PC players. The latest iteration of the hugely successful kart racer which already boasts more than 380 million PC players, KartRider: Drift has

Summary A new game mode where death is truly the end Defeating a Hardcore World Boss will drop new rings with powerful effects Hardcore mode is only a small slice compared to the variety of additions and quality of life improvements If you thought your first playthrough of Remnant: From the Ashes was too easy,

Big Pharma has been rolling around the PC scene since way back in 2015, gathering up some mighty fine reviews and positive reaction over the years. Now though the PC’s best-selling pharmaceutical management sim – and let’s be honest, there can’t be many of them – is coming to Xbox One, PS4 and Nintendo Switch,

Greetings, adventurers! Today, our team has added a new character class to the extensive open world of Black Desert on Xbox One in a free update. Mystic is a brawler who uses her fists to beat enemies with powerful and precise blows. If you have experience with the Striker character class, you’ll find a lot

With the recent release of The Fisherman: Fishing Planet on Xbox One, I’ve been spurred to collate a little list of my favourite fishing games, those available to play on the Xbox. Obviously, being out in nature, in the fresh air, and catching real fish is infinitely better than any video game can be, and

Summary Play as an apprentice Wizard, starting out with basic arcane abilities and then build up your character’s magical strength Fight, tame, and fly on dragons then soar across the massive world filled with fantastical creatures From the creative team behind Slender: The Arrival and Valley It’s been four years in the making, but I

After almost a quarter of a century-long exclusivity to Japan and the Super Famicom, Romancing SaGa 3 comes to the West for the first time. It’s available for purchase and download right now across all major platforms: Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC. As well as handheld and mobile platforms: Nintendo’s Switch, PS Vita (^_^),

Hey Alpha Skip Ahead ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2:00 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 2004 Xbox One system update (build: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_200419019.1202.191106-2300). Keep reading for more details. System Update Details: OS version released: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_200419019.1202.191106-2300 Available: 2:00

Sometimes the funnest games are the most simple. Look back at Pong for example. A game so basic, but it took the world by storm and was a catalyst for video gaming as a whole. It’s these little delights that keep us gaming. Now, imagine that principle but shared with the joys of another player.

Hey Beta, Delta and Omega ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2:00 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 1911 Xbox One system update (build: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8117.191106-1945). Keep reading for more details. System Update Details: OS version released: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8117.191106-1945 Available:

It’s only been a few weeks since the latest battle for supremacy between the Plants and Zombies has really ramped up in intensity, but today we see both sides get hands-on with some new gear, with the Season’s Eatingz content providing some festive cheer. Available as a DLC drop for the base Plants vs. Zombies:

We know you’re busy and might miss out on all the exciting things we’re talking about on Xbox Wire every week. If you’ve got a few minutes, we can help remedy that. We’ve pared down the past week’s news into one easy-to-digest article for all things Xbox! Or, if you’d rather watch than read, you

Think of yourself as a bit of a fashionista? Reckon you’re pretty fly? The latest DLC for Youtubers Life is here and in it you’ll get access to some super fresh threads – all for free. Raiser Games and U-Play Online have today revealed a whole stack of new DLC pieces are available for Youtubers

Still burned by 2017’s Need for Speed Payback, I wasn’t sure Need for Speed Heat was going to be the salve the series needed – but this open-world street racer has some surprising pep to it. Heat is a marked return to form, owing its success to ingredients plucked from a few of the franchise’s

Summary Xbox Live Gold members can play The Elder Scrolls Online for free from November 7 to November 13 The conclusion to the Season of the Dragon saga is now live with the release of the Dragonhold DLC Deadly threats, colorful characters, and a vibrant world on the brink of chaos awaits Tamriel’s brave adventurers

There is no shortage of indie shovelware on the Xbox storefront, so standing out from the pack is essential in order to gain attention and be relevant among the avid community of gamers. Delta Squad is an arcade-like isometric military twin-stick blaster (save for when you roll dodge and use grenades with the face and

Hey Beta, Delta and Omega ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2:00 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 1911 Xbox One system update (build: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8112.191101-1945). Keep reading for more details. System Update Details: OS version released: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8112.191101-1945 Available:

If you like your kart racers then chances are you’ll have been more than happy with what Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled has been delivering. But should you have found yourself taking down the opposition, and been left wanting more, then it’s time to start thinking about hitting the track once more, as the Neon Circus

Hey Alpha ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2:00 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 1911 Xbox One system update (build: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8112.191101-1945). Keep reading for more details. System Update Details: OS version released: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8112.191101-1945 Available: 2:00 p.m. PT

This Saturday – 9th November – the six best World of Tanks Blitz teams will go head-to-head in explosive 7v7 fast-paced tank battles for the Twister Cup, and a share of the $100,000 prize pool! And just by watching, you could earn rewards. “This event is important for the whole team. Of course, we are

Hey Beta, Delta and Omega ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2:00 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 1911 Xbox One system update (build: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8110.191030-1945). Keep reading for more details. System Update Details: OS version released: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8110.191030-1945 Available:

Selling itself as Mario Party meets Splatoon, with a ton of jetpack-propelled airborne action thrown in for good measure, The Otterman Empire has today found itself a release window, with Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC players needing to prepare themselves for a world full of collaboration and competition. Coming from Tri-Heart Interactive, The Otterman

Hey Alpha ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2:00 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 1911 Xbox One system update (build: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8110.191030-1945). Keep reading for more details. System Update Details: OS version released: 19H1_RELEASE_XBOX_DEV_191118363.8110.191030-1945 Available: 2:00 p.m. PT

In the not-too-distant past of 2009, before we were treated to political intrigue and some “bow chicka wow wow” moments in the first season of Game of Thrones. Before we embarked on an epic quest to slay humongous dragons across the snow-laden lands of Skyrim. And before BioWare fell from grace because of Anthem, the