Game Pass

17

Jul

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Xbox Drops Xbox Live Gold, Introduces Game Pass Core

We've talked for quite a while now about Xbox Live Gold feeling like a relic of a different era and, well, it seems Xbox agrees. Beginning September 14th, Game Pass Core will replace Xbox Live Gold memberships and become the entry-level tier of Game Pass. As detailed on Xbox Wire's…

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11

Jul

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Microsoft Wins Case Versus the FTC to Acquire Activision-Blizzard for Xbox

In a defining moment in the gaming industry's history, Microsoft has won it's case against the FTC on its right to acquire Activision-Blizzard. In her ruling on denying the injunction sought by the FTC, Judge Corley ruled that "The FTC has not shown it is likely to succeed on its…

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21

Jun

By Seasoned Gaming

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Xbox Increasing the Price of Game Pass and Series X Consoles

In a report from The Verge, they detail a statement provided by the team at Xbox regarding price increases. Specifically, prices will be raised on Game Pass subscriptions and Xbox consoles in certain regions. Xbox Series X console pricing will move to £479.99 in the UK, €549.99 across most European…

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03

May

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Xbox Finalizes Details for Games Showcase and Starfield Direct

Xbox has finalized plans for their summer games showcase and Starfield Direct. The combined event will take place on Sunday, June 11th at 10am PST. The games showcase will run for approximately 90 minutes and will be immediately followed by the Starfield Direct for another 30 minutes. You’ll be able…

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01

May

By Ains

Reviews

Review : Redfall : Lacking Bite

Arkane Studios represents two unique development houses under Bethesda's (and Xbox's) umbrella. Arkane Lyon developed Dishonored and Deathloop primarily, while Arkane Austin most recently developed Prey (2017). While they naturally share resources to some degree, they tend to work on games independently. I call this out as I personally believe…

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26

Apr

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Xbox’s Third-Quarter Fiscal Results : Hardware Struggles and Service Successes

Microsoft has announced its fiscal results for the third quarter of FY2023 which of course means it's time to break down the Gaming segment. The below results represent January 1st through March 31st which is the third quarter in Microsoft's fiscal results. Generally speaking they were good news for Xbox…

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14

Apr

By Eric Bezanson

Reviews

Review : Minecraft Legends : A PvP Blockbuster

Minecraft is one of the most recognizable IPs in all of gaming, not only for its distinct blocky art style, but also because of the over 100 million people that have played it. Since its inception way back in 2011, there have been a few attempts to spin off the…

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11

Apr

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Xbox Launches PC Game Pass in 40 New Countries

We've talked about Game Pass endlessly here at SG as it continues to be a core focus for the team at Xbox and a great way for players to play games they might now have otherwise. This morning, CEO of Microsoft Gaming and Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, announced that…

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29

Mar

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Forza Horizon 5’s Rally Adventure Expansion Arrives

Full rallying has arrived in Forza Horizon 5! The new Rally Adventure expansion not only brings with it a new playground for players to explore, but new story elements, cars, modifications, challenges, and more. Given Forza Horizon 5 receiving one of our very few 10s here at Seasoned Gaming, you…

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27

Mar

By Eric Bezanson

Latest News, Reviews

Review : Wo Long Fallen Dynasty : The Soul of a Ninja

When Hidetaki Miyazaki and FromSoftware released Demon Souls on the PlayStation 3 way back in 2009, I don't think anyone quite understood the ripple effect that game would have on the industry. The “Souls” genre of video games had been born. The genre would grow into the preeminent form of…

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16

Mar

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Redfall Story Trailer Highlights Action and Boss-Tier Vampires

Releasing on May 2nd for PC and Xbox (including Game Pass), Redfall from Bethesda Softworks is rapidly approaching. This morning the team at Arkane unveiled their latest look at the town of Redfall including new action sequences and some of the "big bads" players will face. Enjoy and stay tuned…

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10

Mar

By Seasoned Gaming

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Capcom Confirms EXOPRIMAL for July 14th, Launches on Xbox Game Pass

As part of Capcom's presentation yesterday they confirmed that their new online, co-op, dino-hunting action game, EXOPRIMAL, launches on July 14th. The game will launch on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC while also releasing on day one on Game Pass. The synopsis is just as wild as you would expect: Exoprimal™ …

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23

Feb

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Forza Horizon 5 Goes Off-Road with Rally Adventure Expansion

The next expansion for Forza Horizon 5 has been officially unveiled. Releasing on March 29th, "Rally Adventure" introduces a new rally-focused career, ten new cars, and more. Drive purpose-built rally monsters and conquer the rugged Sierra Nueva. Join three rally teams and attack Horizon’s most thrilling routes ever in Horizon…

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21

Feb

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Forza Horizon 5’s Next Expansion to be Announced Thursday

As the endless week of gaming news continues, Xbox and Playground Games have announced they will debut the next expansion for Forza Horizon 5 this Thursday. Playground Games will be hosting a live-stream beginning at 9am PST / 12pm EST / 6pm CET. You can tune in via their Twitch…

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20

Feb

By Seasoned Gaming

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Lies of P Announces Release Month With Chilling Trailer

Ever since it first debuted, Lies of P has struck a chord. Maybe it's the haunting nature of the environment. Maybe it's what feels like an homage to Bloodborne. Maybe it's the sheer curiosity on how the story of Pinocchio is implemented. But no matter what it is, it certainly…

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