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How Features in Symphonia were Designed with Speed Runners in Mind

SummarySymphonia was released for Xbox Series X|S on December 5, 2024.Custom level design, precision platforming and special features great for speedruns.Deep dive into speedrunning with player perspectives and tips.

From its inception, Symphonia was envisioned as a game that rewarded control and timing mastery. Initially designed as a game to bring classical music to the world, it quickly became apparent that its fluid mechanics and open-ended level design also made it a natural fit for...

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Danielle Partis

Perk up A Deep Dive into Overwatch 2’s New Perks System

Category: GamesFebruary 12, 2025 Perk up A Deep Dive into Overwatch 2’s New Perks System Alec Dawson, Lead Gameplay Designer, Overwatch 2 SummaryPerks are exciting new abilities for Overwatch 2 heroes, offering wild gameplay twists and creative strategies.Lead gameplay designer for Overwatch, Alec Dawson, explains how Perks work.Overwatch 2 Season 15...

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Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor

How Monster Energy Supercross 25 Was Rebuilt From the Ground Up with You in Mind

Category: GamesFebruary 12, 2025 How Monster Energy Supercross 25 Was Rebuilt From the Ground Up with You in Mind Sebastiano Stefanetto, Game Director, Monster Energy Supercross 25 – The Official Video Game SummaryLearn how Milestone has rebuilt the Monster Energy Supercross franchise in the last two years by leveraging key contributions from the...

Xbox Live's Major Nelson

Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor

Elden Ring Nightreign: Answering 20 Burning Questions

Category: GamesFebruary 12, 2025 Elden Ring Nightreign: Answering 20 Burning Questions Will Tuttle, Editor in Chief, Microsoft Game Dev

When it was announced a few months ago at The Video Game Awards, FromSoftware’s Elden Ring Nightreign immediately set the internet aflame with burning questions about what sort of experience it would offer. The...

Xbox Live's Major Nelson

Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor

Official Xbox Podcast: Deep Dive and Hands On with South of Midnight

The post Official Xbox Podcast: Deep Dive and Hands On with South of Midnight appeared first on Xbox Wire.

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Survival, Love, and Legacy: Why Undying Is a Zombie Game Unlike Any Other

SummaryUndying is available today.Help Anling and Cody survive the zombie apocalypse.A unique blend of heartfelt narrative, survival, and RPG gameplay. A Journey of Love and Survival Comes to Xbox

Hello, Xbox players! I’m David Brevik, President and Executive Producer at Skystone Games. As someone who has spent decades creating and supporting games that blend immersive worlds with powerful storytelling, I am incredibly excited to share a game that pushes those boundaries even...

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Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief

Celebrating Safer Internet Day by Digging Deeper into AI with Minecraft Education

Category: Responsible GamingFebruary 11, 2025 Celebrating Safer Internet Day by Digging Deeper into AI with Minecraft Education Kim Kunes, VP Gaming Trust and Safety, Xbox

People are using AI more and more at home, at work, in school, and everywhere in between. According to the most recent Microsoft Global Online Safety Survey, there has been a global...

Xbox Live's Major Nelson

Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor

Sid Meier’s Civilization VII on Xbox Reignites That ‘Just One More Turn’ Feeling

Category: GamesSid Meier’s Civilization VII on Xbox Reignites That ‘Just One More Turn’ Feeling Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor Published February 11, 2025

I can’t remember the last time I was able to get started in a grand strategy game this quickly, but that’s what Sid Meier’s Civilization VII on Xbox Series X|S has managed to pull off. Sure, my experience with the franchise...

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Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief

South of Midnight Hands-on: A Gorgeous, Pull-No-Punches Fairytale

Category: GamesFebruary 11, 2025 South of Midnight Hands-on: A Gorgeous, Pull-No-Punches Fairytale Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief

At first blush, South of Midnight could be described as a classic action-adventure: a heroine thrust from ordinary life into a remarkable journey; magical weapons and abilities; ability skill trees. But spend just a...

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Danielle Partis

The Sims at 25: How an Iconic Series Kept Up with the Game of Life

Category: GamesFebruary 7, 2025 The Sims at 25: How an Iconic Series Kept Up with the Game of Life Danielle Partis

25 years ago, The Sims made history with the first instalment of a legendary series that would go on to be one of the best-selling of all time. Few simulation games have enjoyed the success and longevity of The Sims – and the freedom and...

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Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for February 10 to 14

Category: Next Week on XboxNext Week on Xbox: New Games for February 10 to 14 Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor Published February 7, 2025

Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox App on Windows PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release...

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Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor

Avowed and the Living Lands Are the Next Great Frontier for Obsidian

Category: GamesFebruary 7, 2025 Avowed and the Living Lands Are the Next Great Frontier for Obsidian Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor SummaryThe Living Lands in Avowed is an entirely new region to explore within the Pillar’s of Eternity universe of Eora.The environmental designs feed into the ethos of player choice, with a tangible purpose for your...

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Building an Authentic Bohemia in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II

Category: GamesBuilding an Authentic Bohemia in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II John Bedford, Marketing Support, Plaion Published February 4, 2025 SummaryDiscover the bone-clad chapels and natural wonders that await you in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. Learn how Warhorse made use of historical records to build an authentic 15th century world. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is available today for...

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Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor

Field the Future: Annual Event Returns to Give Back to Community

Category: EventsFebruary 4, 2025 Field the Future: Annual Event Returns to Give Back to Community Charlie Fortescue, Director, Global Corporate Communications, EA SummaryEA Sports joined forces with Xbox, the San Francisco 49ers, and Gamers Outreach for this year’s Field the Future event.Field the Future aims to empower young football players and...

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Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief

PGA TOUR 2K25: First Look – Find Out More About the New Demo

Category: GamesFebruary 4, 2025 PGA TOUR 2K25: First Look – Find Out More About the New Demo Brian Petzke, Digital Content Manager, 2K

2K Games and HB Studios invite you to get your hands on PGA TOUR 2K25: First Look, the free demo for the newest in the PGA TOUR 2K series. This is your first chance to experience some of the major improvements ahead...

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Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor

Lore of Eora – The Gods | A Pillars of Eternity and Avowed Visual Guide

The post Lore of Eora – The Gods | A Pillars of Eternity and Avowed Visual Guide appeared first on Xbox Wire.

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Four Ways Rogue Waters Lets you Live the Pirate Life

Ahoy mateys! We hope you’ve worked on your sea legs because it’s time to set sail in Rogue Waters!

Rogue Waters is a tactical turn-based roguelite where players take control of Captain Cutter, a pirate captain on a quest for revenge after being betrayed by rival pirate Blackbone and left with a mysterious cursed eye. On the journey to find Blackbone, players will hire a ragtag crew and navigate a procedurally generated game world full of turn-based naval and melee combat encounters,...

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Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief

What’s Coming in 2025 for Age of Empires and Age of Mythology

The post What’s Coming in 2025 for Age of Empires and Age of Mythology appeared first on Xbox Wire.

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Stellar Ghosts Settlers: A Third-Person Shooter that Sticks to the Basics

SummaryComplete the missions to get credits towards character stats upgrades.Seven playable characters to upgrade.Complete the missions to unlock Arena mode.

The wait is over: single player Sci Fi fantasy Third person shooter Stellar Ghosts Settlers (SGS), is out today on Xbox. Let’s jump in to some details on how to get the best out of your gameplay and stay alive!

Upon succeeding a mission, the player will receive credits that can be spent towards upgrading the player...

Xbox Live's Major Nelson

Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief

How Candy Crush Solitaire Takes on a Classic Game With a Vibrant Twist

Category: Mobile GamingFebruary 6, 2025 How Candy Crush Solitaire Takes on a Classic Game With a Vibrant Twist Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief

Candy Crush Saga is among the most popular games of the modern age. With hundreds of millions of players, it’s a game that combines relaxation with a compelling “just one more go” approach. You...

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