Explore the Spookier Side of Space in No Man’s Sky: FORSAKEN!
No Man’s Sky’s FORSAKEN update introduces haunted derelicts, biomechanical corvette modules, and eerie cosmetics like the larva tank helmet and cannon multi-tool.
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Xbox Wire coverage
Every ClipRaptor briefing sourced from Xbox Wire, with a direct link to the original publisher page. Page 1 of 4: briefings 1-30, published Sep 03, 2026 to Oct 28, 2026.
Scramble Knights Online: Changing Genres to Save a Game
Funktronic Labs transformed Scramble Knights Royale from a battle royale into an MMO-Lite co-op action RPG after player feedback highlighted frustration with PvP elements, launching it day one on Xbox Game Pass.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 – Kill Block is Must-Play Multiplayer at Launch
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 launches with Kill Block, a dynamic multiplayer map that reshapes itself every match, alongside a new 10v10 Gunfight mode and 12 diverse maps.
FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE is a Delightful Return to the Series’ Classic Roots
FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE revives classic series elements with modern HD-2D visuals and turn-based combat, launching on Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Cloud Playtime Now Available to Test with XBOX Insiders
Xbox Insiders can now purchase cloud playtime without a Game Pass subscription, testing a new streaming option before wider release in November.
Grounded 2: 100 Reasons to Run in the Rot and Ruin Update
The Rot and Ruin Update for Grounded 2 introduces a new area, creatures, vehicles, and customization options, expanding exploration and combat in Brookhollow Park.
Tenebris Somnia: Blood, Pixels, and Prosthetics
Tenebris Somnia blends pixel-art survival horror with live-action cutscenes, marking a deliberate rejection of AI shortcuts in favor of practical filmmaking and hand-drawn animation.
Celebrating the Next Generation of Latin American Game Creators
Xbox highlights Latin American game creators through the ID@XBOX Developer Acceleration Program and the inaugural XBOX Game Camp Mexico City, showcasing six upcoming culturally distinct titles.
Introducing XBOX LABS
Xbox has launched XBOX LABS, a new team tasked with exploring emerging technologies to expand game accessibility, creation, and player engagement while maintaining existing commitments.
Warframe Sets Course for a Distant Star System in Epoch Operation: Taubound
Warframe’s October 15 Epoch Operation: Taubound invites Xbox players to a one-time cooperative event, unlocking rewards and narrative expansions tied to the distant Tau system.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Heading to XBOX on PC November 18
Capcom announced *Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection* will launch on Xbox PC on November 18, 2026, with Xbox Play Anywhere support and cross-save functionality.
Gears of War: E-Day – Surviving the First Night of Emergence
Gears of War: E-Day launches globally, bringing players back to Emergence Day’s first night through a new campaign featuring Marcus Fenix and Bravo Squad on Xbox platforms and Steam.
Invincible VS Open Beta Begins October 13: What You Need to Know
Angstrom Levy, the 21st playable character, joins Invincible VS on October 13 as part of Season 2, bringing multiversal portal-based combat to the 3v3 tag fighter.
IKEA and XBOX Team Up on YXSTABY, a New Collection Made for Gaming at Home
IKEA and Xbox unveil the YXSTABY collection, a nine-piece gaming-inspired home line blending comfort, storage, and Xbox controller design cues, launching October 1 worldwide.
Gears of War: E-Day is Available in Early Access Today, Watch the Launch Gameplay Trailer
Premium Edition owners and Game Pass subscribers with the Premium Upgrade can play Gears of War: E-Day in Early Access starting today at 8:00 a.m. PT, with the full launch on October 6.
A Colossal Update and Two DLCs Come to Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles
Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles releases a major update alongside two new DLCs, introducing new ships, curved walls, combat overhauls, and returning greenery to the Ursee.
Microsoft Jewel Comes to Mobile with XBOX Achievements and Game Pass Benefits
Microsoft Casual Games launched Microsoft Jewel as a standalone mobile app, offering Match-3 gameplay with Xbox Achievements and cross-platform progress syncing.
NBA The Run Kicks off its First Season with a Major Update
NBA The Run’s first seasonal update introduces 2000s Legends, new cameras, Championship Belts, licensed music, and expanded gameplay modes for free, with a $9.99 DLC option.
Gears of War: E-Day and XBOX Unleash “The Emergence Pie” with Prince St. Pizza
Xbox and Prince St. Pizza unveiled a limited-edition Emergence Pie to celebrate the 2026 launch of Gears of War: E-Day, featuring exclusive in-game rewards and a game-themed pizza cutter.
Five Ways to Build a Better Used-Car Business in Used Cars Simulator
Used Cars Simulator offers five strategies to build a profitable used-car business, balancing repairs, exploration, and risk-taking in a physics-driven sandbox.
XBOX Insiders Can Join the Chicken Invaders Collection Preview Today!
XBOX Insiders can now preview the Chicken Invaders Collection, a compilation of the series’ arcade shooters, ahead of its full release.
Gears of War: E-Day Has Gone Gold, Pre-Install Begins September 29, Full PC Specifications Revealed
Gears of War: E-Day has reached the final development stage, with pre-installs starting September 29 and Early Access on October 1 ahead of the October 6 launch.
Action Roguelite Shape of Dreams Launches on XBOX Today With its Biggest Update Yet
Shape of Dreams launches on Xbox Series X|S with Xbox Game Pass and a major update, The Starless Path, introducing new content and a ninth Traveler.
Aniimo Launches Today – Begin Your Journey into Idyll
Aniimo, a creature-collecting game from Pawprint Studio, launches globally today, offering players over 200 Aniimo to discover across diverse biomes in the world of Idyll.
XBOX @ Tokyo Game Show 2026
Xbox will host a live broadcast and FanFest event at Tokyo Game Show 2026, featuring Minecraft Dungeons II on the show floor and a special 25th-anniversary celebration of Xbox in Japan.
Survive Together in the Strange Worlds: Once Human (F2P) Is Available Now on XBOX Series X|S With Game Pass!
Once Human, a free-to-play survival shooter, launches on Xbox Series X|S with Game Pass, featuring cross-play, cross-progression, and exclusive membership perks.
Five Reasons to Race into HOT WHEELS Infinite Rush, Out in Early Access Today
HOT WHEELS Infinite Rush launches in Early Access, offering an open-world arcade racing experience with customizable vehicles and explorable islands.
Play the Wreck Runners September Update Early with XBOX Insiders
Xbox Insiders can test an unreleased build of Wreck Runners ahead of the September Update, offering feedback on gameplay and localization in multiple languages.
Exodus: Going Hands-on With This Wild Interactive Space Opera
Exodus blends classic action-RPG mechanics with a surreal sci-fi narrative, featuring talking animals, celestial powers, and a morality system that allows deep character customization.
Upcoming Changes to XBOX Cloud Gaming
Xbox will introduce monthly hour limits for cloud gaming included with Game Pass starting in November, with additional playtime purchasable via the Xbox Store.