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YesterdayFri, 19th Jan 2024
News 343 Industries Reveals Multiple New Features Coming To Halo Infinite In 2024
Starting with the January Update!
343 Industries has today pulled back the curtain on what to expect from Halo Infinite's next update that arrives on January 30th, as well as teasing a few features that will be arriving later in 2024. Let's get stuck in, shall we?! Halo Infinite "Content Update 29" drops on the 30th, introducing a new Arena map...
News 'Quake 6' Was Teased At Xbox Developer Direct, And We Didn't Even Spot It
You cheeky fellows
The dust is beginning to settle on Xbox Developer Direct 2024, but not before fans have managed to extract one final teaser from the showcase. During MachineGames' Indiana Jones and the Great Circle segment, Bethesda seems to have teased a new Quake game. Yep, during a section of Indiana Jones developer chit-chat, a whiteboard is...
News Two Of Last Year's Best Xbox Games Are Getting Collector's Editions In 2024
We'll take both of these, thank you!
We keep hearing how physical Xbox sales are becoming less and less of an importance these days, but fortunately we're still seeing some fantastic boxed editions for various games - including two of last year's very best Xbox titles. The first of these is Sea of Stars, which is not only getting a standard...
News Palworld's Crazy Demand Is Causing Issues With Creating Multiplayer Worlds
If you're getting an error message, you're not alone!
It's only been a few hours since Palworld launched on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass (along with Steam), and it's clear that it's going to be an absolutely massive hit, racking up hundreds of thousands of concurrent players already. Unfortunately, the servers are being absolutely rammed with...
News Cyberpunk 2077 Gets Gorgeous Dynamic Background For Xbox Series X|S
One of the best yet!
Earlier this week we informed Xbox fans about five brand-new dynamic backgrounds for Xbox Series X|S, and now CD Projekt Red has got in on the act with a stunning Cyberpunk 2077 effort. Released today, the team at CDPR now allows us all to "visit Night City" every time we turn our Xbox consoles on. Here's a look at the new...
Reaction Xbox Developer Direct 2024 Proved That Microsoft's New Format Really Works
Another home run
Well, that's it folks, another Xbox Developer Direct is in the bag after the 2024 event came to a close yesterday evening. It was a fantastic showing all-in-all, with four Xbox studios and one surprise Square Enix appearance packing out a neat livestream that never outstayed its welcome. We didn't get an unexpected shadow release...
Guide When Will The Xbox Lunar New Year Sale 2024 Be Revealed?
It's almost ready to land
Anyone feel like we're just getting week after week of massive Xbox sales right now? Well, we're probably about to get another one in the near future in the form of the Xbox Lunar New Year Sale 2024. There's no formal date for the Xbox Lunar New Year Sale just yet, but based on previous years, we're expecting it to land in...
News Xbox Game Pass Likely Surpassed 33 Million Subs Last Year, Claims Analyst
"We’re seeing slowing adoption of Xbox Game Pass"
It's been a while since we've had any official numbers on Xbox Game Pass subscribers. Back in early 2022 Microsoft announced that the service had hit 25 million members, but aside from a quietly-retracted 30 million milestone in September last year, we've not r
News Palworld Dev Explains Why Dedicated Servers Aren't Yet Supported On Xbox
It's just for 1-4 players for now
Today's the day for Palworld on Xbox Game Pass, and based on the early Steam and Twitch stats we've been seeing, this could end up being one of the most popular launches of the entire year - it's been a massive hit so far! The good news is that you can play Palworld with your friends as well, as the game supports...
Gallery Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Looks Super-Slick In New HD Screenshots
Big budget adventuring
The biggest reveal of yesterday's Xbox Developer Direct came via MachineGames and its closer look at Indiana Jones and the Great Circle - with lots of fresh gameplay and a whole load of new details unleashed on this exciting FPS. You can check all of that out in the video up above, but shortly after the presentation the team...
News Bethesda Reveals Full Patch Notes For Starfield's Next Update (1.9.47.0)
Available now in Steam Beta form
We're getting closer to another Starfield update! Bethesda will be rolling out Starfield Update 1.9.47.0 to all Xbox and PC players in around two weeks' time, and it's actually available right now via the Steam Beta program on PC. This is the update that Bethesda teased as the "biggest yet" on social media last...
News 'Palworld' Brings Pokémon-Like Action To Xbox Game Pass Today (January 19)
Pokémon with guns? OK, cool
Xbox Game Pass grows once again today, this time with oversized creatures and massive machine guns. Yep, the one-and-only Palworld enters the Game Pass library today - if you fancy some Pokémon-like action this weekend! Here's how the game is shaping up as it joins Xbox Game Pass: Palworld (Console, PC, Cloud):...
News Todd Howard Admits He Was 'Nervous' Pitching His Indiana Jones Game To Lucasfilm
It is Indiana Jones, after all
Bethesda's Todd Howard is an industry legend, and although he recently launched a new (and massive) IP, even he's had moments where he's been a tad nervous. In case you missed it, during the latest Xbox Developer Direct broadcast, Howard reflected on when he originally pitched Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to...
News Phil Spencer Thanks Xbox Developer Direct Teams, Praises Show Format
What did you think of the latest showcase?
It's safe to say Xbox's latest Developer Direct showcase was a huge success, with the official reveal of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle as well as many other exciting upcoming projects. Microsoft's Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has always shown a lot of support for Xbox's studios as well, and sure enough...
News Xbox's New Indiana Jones Game Swaps Out Harrison Ford's Voice
But it will retain his likeness
While Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will feature the likeness of the legendary actor Harrison Ford, one thing missing will be his voice. Yes, in case you didn't hear it the first time around, it's now been confirmed voice acting veteran Troy Baker is lending his talent. MachineGames co-founder and lead game...
News Elder Scrolls Online Announces New Expansion, Out On Xbox This June
A first-look at 'Gold Road' and ESO's 2024 roadmap
The latest Developer Direct shed light on many of Xbox's upcoming projects, but in case you missed it, there was also a stream at the very end sharing the latest news about Elder Scrolls Online. The highlight was the reveal of Gold Road - a brand-new expansion featuring a new zone, storyline,
Thursday18th Jan 2024
News Bethesda Explains Why Xbox's Indiana Jones Game Will Be 'Mostly' First-Person
"Our game is about putting you in the shoes of an iconic hero"
Have you recovered from the reveal of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle yet?! Today's Xbox Developer Direct finally pulled back the curtain on the new project from Bethesda and MachineGames, and it
News Hellblade 2 Will Be A Digital-Only, Cheaper Release On Xbox And PC
Ninja Theory confirms its plans
Developer Ninja Theory has finally told us all about its plans for Hellblade 2 - including that much-welcome release date of May 21st. In the wake of today's Xbox Developer Direct showing, the team has also confirmed that the game will cost just $50 on Xbox Series X|S and PC - launchi
News Square Enix Makes Surprise Appearance At Xbox Developer Direct 2024
Showing off the upcoming 'Visions of Mana'
Of all the companies we thought might show up at the Xbox Developer Direct 2024, Square Enix wasn't one of them! Nevertheless, that's exactly what happened, and we got a closer look at the upcoming Visions of Mana in the process. In typical "Developer Direct" style, the team behind this new action RPG...
Roundup Here's What Was Revealed At The Xbox Developer Direct 2024
All the big announcements
Weren't able to catch January 2024's Xbox Developer Direct event earlier today? No worries! You can always go back and watch the on-demand version for yourself, which you'll find elsewhere on Pure Xbox. If you don't want to watch it all the way through, we've also detailed all the important reveals in this article. The...
Poll How Would You Grade The Xbox Developer Direct 2024?
Give us your verdict
The dust is now beginning to settle on January 2024's Xbox Developer Direct event! If you haven't had a chance to watch it yet, you can catch the full thing over at our live coverage page, as well as check out our recap of everything that happened as part of the show. So, all things considered, what grade would you give the...
News 'Indiana Jones And The Great Circle' Gameplay Has Landed, And It Looks Awesome
Coming to Game Pass in 2024!
We still can't quite believe our eyes, but yes, Bethesda is releasing an exclusive Indiana Jones title on Xbox Game Pass. The project, now named Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, was first teased back in 2021 - and a new gameplay deep dive has confirmed that the game launches on Xbox Series X|S and PC
News Ara: History Untold Officially Arrives For PC Game Pass In Fall 2024
Build a nation and lead your people throughout history
The new historical grand strategy experience known as Ara: History Untold made another appearance at the Xbox Developer Direct 2024 event today, where it was revealed that it'll be coming to PC Game Pass in Fall 2024. As you'd expect, we were also treated to plenty of developer insights and new...
News Hellblade 2 Is Officially Coming To Xbox Series X|S In May 2024
After almost five years of waiting, we have a date!
After being revealed almost five years ago alongside the Xbox Series X, Ninja Theory's Hellblade 2 is almost ready to go. Today's Xbox Developer Direct has delivered the game's official release date - Hellblade 2 comes to Xbox Game Pass on May 21st, 2024
News Obsidian Returns With A Fresh Look At 'Avowed' Ahead Of 2024 Release
It's shaping up really nicely!
Today's Xbox Developer Direct kicked off with a fresh look at the upcoming Obsidian RPG Avowed, giving us some behind-the-scenes insights alongside brand-new gameplay footage ahead of the game's release later this year. Oh, and we got a release window as well! Avowed will officially arrive for Xbox Series X, Series S...
Live Watch The 'Xbox Developer Direct 2024' Event Here
Strap in for a HUGE event!
Here we go! The Xbox Developer Direct event is returning for its 2024 edition today, giving us a look into the development progress of Indiana Jones, Avowed, Ara: History Untold and Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2. "Developer_Direct will share new, extended gameplay and developer insights for the upcoming Indiana Jones game,
Feature Hands On With Palworld: The New 'Pokémon-Like' For Xbox Game Pass
"Mom, why does Pikachu have a gun?"
The following is a slightly altered transcript of our Palworld preview on the Pure Xbox YouTube channel. You can watch the full video up above, complete with a bunch of gameplay footage that we captured during our early access hands-on! This new 'gotcha' game has drawn comparisons to the likes of Pokémon which...
News Lots Of Games Are Reduced By 90% On Xbox This Week (January 16-23)
Including the fantastic Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice!
Looking for some cheap Xbox games in this week's Xbox sales (January 16-23)? Well, Xbox has got a treat in store for us! In anticipation of Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2's release later this year, the incredible Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice has been reduced to just £2.49 / $2.99 over the next few...
Guide New Xbox Games Release Dates In 2024
2024's upcoming Xbox launch dates
What new Xbox games release dates in 2024 are coming up? If you're looking for a list of 2024 Xbox release dates, including for Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, you've come to the right place. 2024 is shaping up to be a massive year for the platform when it comes to new releases and Xbox Game Pass, with...
News Open World MMO 'APB Reloaded' Shuts Down Without Warning On Xbox
"Unfortunately, we are now unable to bring the game back online"
The team behind open-world MMO APB Reloaded has this week announced the immediate closure of the title on Xbox. All console versions of the game are now in a "sunset phase", but the Xbox version has been shut down straight away due to "technical issues" specific to Microsoft's...
