Brace yourselves for a one-of-a-kind party-based soulslike. Deathbound is a passion project developed by Brazilian developers at Trialforge Studio, with the game already garnering critical acclaim from IGN, Kotaku, The Escapist, and many others.
In Deathbound, your journey through the city of Akratya isn’t a solo quest. You’ll need to forge bonds with seven fallen warriors whose stories you’ll discover during your crusade through the forbidden city. Take advantage of the four-hero...
Welcome to the future, adventurers!
Imagine Earth completely covered by water. Civilization as we know it is gone forever, and whatever remains of your favorite fast-food joints, fancy cars or gaming consoles rests on the ocean floor.
Humanity has survived though. We always do. People built settlements on top of whatever high structures remained above the surface. Brave captains roam this water world in their improvised boats looking for food, materials or information. Age...
Embark on a thrilling journey with Free Play Days, featuring the strategic depths of Railway Empire, the intricate challenges of Prison Architect, and the immersive urban experience of TramSim: Console Edition! All are available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Core and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members to play from Thursday April 25 at 12:01 a.m. PDT until Sunday, April 28 at 11:59 p.m. PDT.
Game Pass Core will give players access to our advanced multiplayer network, a select...
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Category: GamesManor Lords: How to Survive Your First Harsh Winter Joe Robinson, Communications Director at Hooded Horse Published April 26, 2024 SummaryManor Lords is out today on the Microsoft Store and via PC Game Pass (Game Preview).As a newly appointed ruler of the land, it’s important that your people survive their first winter.Here are some top tips and tricks on establishing yourself...
Category: Next Week on XboxNext Week on Xbox: New Games for April 29 to May 3 Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor Published April 26, 2024
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change)....
Six months ago, we welcomed you to the daunting dark fantasy world of Mournstead, as we launched our debut game, Lords of the Fallen, on Xbox Series X|S. We wanted to challenge action-RPG fans with a fresh take on the genre and – as one of the first games to be developed in Unreal Engine 5 – deliver a unique experience.
This week, we’ve reached the biggest milestone since launch: Version 1.5 – Master of Fate. It’s the culmination of over 30 updates released since launch, which...
Category: GamesApril 26, 2024 Start Your Journey into Sand Land Today with These Helpful Tips Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor SummaryCrafted by the late Akira Toriyama, Sand Land tells the tale of humans and demons coming together to try and save their devastated world.We’ve put together some early game tips to help you get off on the right track in...
It’s hard to believe, but we’re now in our third month of Indie Selects – and the hits just keep on coming. The team have picked some amazing games this month. We’ve played them, we’ve loved them, and we feel confident that you’ll like them too.
April’s Indie Selects include an interactive, playable historical artifact, two completely different approaches to building, and even a lo-fi, jazzy space shooter. As always, you can find the whole list in one easy-to-access spot on...
Category: GamesBuilding the Invoker Archetype for Remnant II: The Forgotten Kingdom DLC Ben Cureton, Principal Designer, Remnant II Published April 26, 2024 SummaryLearn how the team at Gunfire Games designs Remnant II’s incredible Archetypes.The new Invoker Archetype was introduced in the now available The Forgotten Kingdom DLC.Remnant II is available now for Xbox Series X|S, Windows, and the...
Category: ID@XboxApril 26, 2024 Top Five Beginner Tips and Tricks for Underwater Soulslike, Another Crab’s Treasure Paige Wilson, Community Manager, Aggrocrab SummaryHere’s five top tips and tricks to help if Another Crab’s Treasure is your first soulslike.A look into a beginner friendly soulslike, where you’re also a hermit crab.Another...
Hello there! I’m Leo Zullo, Co-founder and MD of Wired Productions and we really love indie games.
Today my team hosted “Wired Direct ’24”, our blockbuster indie showcase where we revealed free updates for the games you already love – release dates for the games you are waiting to love, and announced one that youre going to love. If you caught the show live – you rock, but if you didn’t then let us bring you up to speed.
Kicking off the showcase we dropped the release date...
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Chad
Senior Software Engineer
April 23, 2024
Hi, everyone! Wynn here again. Welcome back to another Xbox Insider Team interview. Today’s chat is with Chad—the very first of our incredible Xbox Insider engineers. How’s it going, Chad?
Doing pretty well, Wynn.
Glad to hear it! Well, let’s jump right in.
Tell the community a little bit about how you joined the Xbox Insider team.
Yeah,...
Captivating adventure inspired by Studio Ghibli, featuring vibrant landscapes and intricate puzzles. Diverse environments, and engaging puzzles in a mystical realm. Breathtaking visuals and immersive gameplay for all ages.
Hey there, gamers! Let’s delve into something truly exciting: the unveiling of Lost Twins II, a highly anticipated puzzle platformer from Playdew, an innovative indie game developer based in Pakistan. This momentous occasion represents the culmination of seven...
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Category: GamesApril 23, 2024 Preparing for Adventure – Talking to the Creative Minds Behind Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Sebastian Yamaguchi, Xbox Wire Japan Editor SummaryXbox Wire Japan recently had a chance to speak with Studio Head and Illustrator Junko Kawano, Producer and Art Director Junichi Murakami, and Director Osamu Komuta at Rabbit &...
SummaryXbox and Marvel Animation’s “X-Men ’97” have united to bring fans an extraordinary collaboration – the “X-Men ’97” Xbox Series X, wrapped in an exclusive comic by Marvel’s Rich Douek and Paco Diaz.Immerse yourself further with Xbox Design Lab’s X-Men character controllers. Each inspired by your favorites, they come in nostalgic blister packs.Enter our limited-time sweepstakes for a chance to win this ultimate collector’s bundle! Don’t miss your shot at this...
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Vanessa
Technical Program Manager (Xbox Everywhere & Cloud Gaming)
April 22, 2024
Hi, everyone! Wynn here again. Welcome back to another Xbox Insider Team interview. We’re sitting down to chat with Vanessa—a (slightly not) Technical Program Manager who focuses on Xbox Everywhere and Cloud Gaming. How’re you doing?
Haha. Okay, I loved that intro. I’m doing great.
Yeah, when you sent over your job title as...
Category: GamesCheck Out the First Metaphor: ReFantazio Gameplay Reveal, Launching October 11 Michael Cerven, Senior Communications Manager, Atlus Published April 22, 2024 SummaryDuring a recent livestream, Atlus showed a brand-new trailer for the upcoming Metaphor: ReFantanzio.Get a first look at gameplay, with developer commentary, as segments of the game are explored.Metaphor: ReFantanzio is set to launch October 11, 2024,...