Hard Work Pays off as Shard Squad Comes to XBOX
Shard Squad, a pixel-art roguelite by The Root Studios and Nuntius Games, launches on Xbox with Xbox Play Anywhere support, introducing over 20 playable monsters and Prime Evolution mechanics.
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A New Look for Reforj: Explore the World’s Stunning Rixel Transformation
Xbox’s Reforj playtest update introduces Title Update 8, featuring a visual overhaul using Rixels—new geometric blocks replacing traditional pixels. The change reduces texture storage by 98.2% while improving clarity...
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 3 to 7
Xbox announced new games arriving August 3–7 across Xbox platforms, including post-apocalyptic RPGs, life sims, hidden-object mysteries, and physics-based multiplayer titles.
A Microsoft Flight Simulator Cinderella Story: Building the A220 Airliner
Synaptic Simulations, a small team of young developers, released the A220 Airliner for Microsoft Flight Simulator through iniBuilds, marking their first professional product. The add-on, priced at $64.99, offers a...
XBOX App Available on Hisense and VIDAA OS-powered TVs
Microsoft announced the Xbox app is now available on Hisense and other VIDAA OS-powered smart TVs from 2024 to 2026 models, expanding game streaming options for users without dedicated gaming hardware.
Extract From the Gyldenmist: Dark Fantasy Extraction ARPG Mistfall Hunter Arrives on XBOX
Mistfall Hunter, a dark fantasy extraction ARPG, launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, and Xbox Game Pass, introducing a high-stakes looting and combat experience set in the shattered world of Weavereach.
Free Play Days – WWE 2K26, Polterguys: Possession Party and Wildgate
Xbox announced Free Play Days from July 30 to August 2, offering free trials of WWE 2K26, Polterguys: Possession Party, and Wildgate for Xbox members, with discounts available on purchases.
Gears of War: E-Day
Xbox and The Coalition unveiled the first trailer and deep-dive for *Gears of War: E-Day*’s multiplayer, introducing Horde Siege and an evolved Versus mode ahead of the Early Access Open Beta on August 6.
Six Useful Tips to Survive and Thrive Above the Toxic Clouds in Forever Skies
Xbox releases *Forever Skies*, a post-apocalyptic survival crafting game, alongside a major update introducing new systems, quests, and customizable difficulty for its Xbox Series X|S debut.
Gears of War: E-Day Gameplay Reveal Deep Dive
The Xbox podcast team at The Coalition studio in Vancouver presented a deep dive into the newly released *Gears of War: E-Day* gameplay demo, showcasing the game’s first chaotic moments during an alien invasion in the...
Play More Ubisoft Games on PC: New Content Now Available for XBOX on PC, Plus Free PC Redemption
Xbox and Ubisoft announced expanded PC availability for Ubisoft titles, including premium editions and add-ons, alongside a free PC redemption offer for console owners.
Fit For a Spartan: Win a 1:18 Replica of a Special Halo-Inspired Ride
Xbox and Lamborghini unveiled a special edition Lamborghini Urus SE Master Chief 117 Edition to celebrate the July 28, 2026 launch of Halo: Campaign Evolved, featuring a Master Chief-inspired design and a 1:18-scale...
Find out How an Adorable Duck Drove us to Get Creative with Dodo Duckie
BornMonkie’s debut puzzle platformer Dodo Duckie, now on Xbox Series X|S and PC, follows a duck raised by chickens who learns his differences make him special.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 27 to 31
Xbox announced a slate of new titles arriving July 27–31 across Xbox platforms and Game Pass, including remakes, puzzle games, and narrative-driven experiences.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse – How KONAMI and Evil Empire Reimagined Castlevania’s Return
KONAMI has partnered with French studio Evil Empire to develop *Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse*, the first new entry in the franchise in over a decade, set in a gothic Paris and debuting at a Parisian venue.
Alpha Nomos Turns Instruments into Weapons, Coming to Xbox Series X|S
Alpha Nomos, a rhythm-action roguelite, launches on Xbox Series X|S, blending live instrument combat with dynamic soundtracks shaped by player choices.
Beginning Ad-supported Game Streaming Test & Learn
Xbox begins a limited test of ad-supported game streaming for XBOX Insiders, allowing free access to owned games with one-hour sessions and regional device support.
Free Play Days – For Honor, Bleach Rebirth of Souls, Metal Gear Solid – Master Collection Version, and More
Xbox announced Free Play Days from July 23–26, offering free access to multiple games including *For Honor*, *Bleach Rebirth of Souls*, and *Killing Floor 3* for all Xbox members, with *Metal Gear Solid – Master...
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu
Xbox announced *The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu*, a psychological horror game where players' sanity deteriorates without UI cues, altering environments and perceptions to create immersive terror.
Ascend to ZERO: A Time-Bending Roguelike Sharpened to the Last Second
Xbox announced *Ascend to ZERO*, a roguelike where players control time in 30-second battles, freezing enemies to strategize mid-fight. The game is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud, including via Xbox...
From the Cookout to the Console: Black Spades Comes to XBOX Today
Konsole Kingz and Xbox announced the release of Black Spades, a dedicated Spades game for Xbox Series X|S, bringing back the classic card game tradition with modern online features.
Meet the Star Operator Who Rewrites the Ranged Rulebook in Starward V3.1
Starward Version 3.1 introduces three new Star Operators, including Pliszka, alongside a Frame Arms Girl collaboration rerun and a summer event with a free Cherub swimsuit skin, all available now on Xbox.
Wreck Runners – Join the XBOX Insider Playtest!
Xbox Insiders are invited to test Wreck Runners, a cooperative extraction game launching July 16, via an early playtest. The trial runs on Xbox Series X|S consoles and invites players to explore hazardous environments...
Zaxoid Revives Golden Age Arcade Magic on XBOX
Zaxoid launches on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, reviving classic arcade shoot-'em-up mechanics with modern refinements, including spherical battlefields and drone systems inspired by retro titles like Gradius and...