Xbox has announced another shakeup to the way Xbox Game Pass tiers work, and you're now going to be forking over a lot more cash if you want an Ultimate subscription. As detailed in an Xbox Wire…
October 1, 2025 | 10:36 EDT
Xbox has revealed that this year marks its "largest investment" in the Xbox Game Pass subscription service to date, so it's clear the company isn't too fazed by discussions around whether the service…
September 22, 2025 | 10:46 EDT
Another former Xbox staffer has added their voice to criticisms surrounding Xbox Game Pass and other gaming subscription services, and this time, it's ex-Xbox VP Shannon Loftis' turn to cast a…
September 8, 2025 | 09:51 EDT
After many years of waiting, Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally out, but you may have a little trouble actually buying the game, because it appears to be crashing the digital storefronts on which it'…
September 4, 2025 | 10:48 EDT
The holiday season is fast approaching (and may indeed already be here depending on when you're reading this), and what better way to celebrate than to play one of the new Xbox Game Pass December…
December 3, 2024 | 09:44 EST
It's time once again to take a look at what's coming to Xbox Game Pass, and this month, there's a bevy of treats awaiting you to help begin the ever-lengthier countdown to Christmas. Whether you…
November 19, 2024 | 09:29 EST
With spooky season officially underway, it's once again time to take a look at Game Pass, and the Xbox Game Pass October 2024 lineup is looking pretty solid so far. A major first-person shooter is…
October 15, 2024 | 09:51 EDT
As the nights get darker and colder and we draw closer to the major AAA release period, it's time for us to take a look at the Xbox Game Pass September 2024 lineup. If you're into vehicles, this…
September 3, 2024 | 09:38 EDT
Strauss Zelnick, the head of GTA publisher Take-Two, has rejected the idea that his studio's games could end up on Game Pass on day one of their release, suggesting such an idea isn't "rational".…
August 9, 2024 | 10:40 EDT
It's time for a look at the Xbox Game Pass August 2024 lineup, and things are looking pretty solid right out of the gate. With three beloved platformers to check out, as well as a huge crime sandbox…
August 20, 2024 | 09:40 EDT
Update July 22nd 10:04AM: Microsoft has responded to the FTC's claims, calling them "a misleading, extra-record account of the facts" and accusing the commission of attempting to "reinvent its case…
July 22, 2024 | 10:08 EDT
Xbox has introduced a new pricing tier for its Game Pass subscription service, and prices have also been hiked across several of the service’s existing options. Per the official Xbox support page,…
July 10, 2024 | 09:13 EDT
It's time to take another look at what delights await as part of this month's Game Pass treasure trove, and the Xbox Game Pass July 2024 lineup is already looking pretty stacked with great games.…
July 16, 2024 | 10:06 EDT
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl has had a long journey to get to where it is today. It’s a project that’s been in limbo for over a decade since it was originally announced in 2010. It’s been canceled…
June 17, 2024 | 10:05 EDT
It's time to take a look at the Xbox Game Pass June 2024 lineup, and with a packed-looking Xbox showcase airing this month, there's plenty to look forward to if you're an Xbox fan. This month, Game…
June 18, 2024 | 09:32 EDT
After accidentally spoiling their own announcement earlier this morning, Microsoft officially revealed that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will be available Day One on Xbox Game Pass, albeit with a caveat…
May 28, 2024 | 10:10 EDT
From the first couple of minutes, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II overwhelms the senses. Crashing waves, thunderous rain, whimpering pleas for mercy; Ninja Theory’s got it all. And that’s all on top of…
May 21, 2024 | 04:00 EDT
From its very inception, Xbox Game Pass sounded like a fantastical business model and a dream come true for hardcore game enthusiasts. After all, who wouldn't want access to hundreds of games at a…
May 17, 2024 | 09:00 EDT
It's time to take a look at the Xbox Game Pass May 2024 lineup, and as always, there's likely to be a little something for everyone this month. Whether you want grueling survival adventures or…
May 14, 2024 | 09:29 EDT
The Xbox Game Pass April 2024 lineup has some pretty heavy hitters waiting in the wings. Whether you're in the mood for hotly-anticipated JRPGs, deep strategy sims, or offbeat Soulslikes, there's…
April 16, 2024 | 11:24 EDT
Microsoft hosted a brand new Developer Direct livestream, with plenty of reveals from its internal studios about upcoming games for Xbox and PC. The livestreamed event focused on news from…
January 18, 2024 | 03:22 EST
11 bit studios has officially revealed the first Frostpunk 2 gameplay trailer, showing off what you can expect when you fire up the upcoming frozen city-builder. In the trailer, we see a massive icy…
January 16, 2024 | 09:00 EST
Xbox Game Pass in January had a pretty solid lineup of games. From spooky survival horror to some unique and memorable indie titles that may have flown under your radar. But, the Xbox Game Pass…
January 5, 2024 | 05:45 EST
Xbox has unveiled the Xbox Game Pass January 2024 lineup, and it's got some pretty heavy hitters waiting in the wings. It's not clear whether this lineup simply represents the first wave of January…
January 3, 2024 | 09:33 EST
Today Xbox Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has responded to media speculation about the potential launch of Game Pass on PlayStation or Nintendo consoles. The speculation was sparked by statements made by…
December 1, 2023 | 06:24 EST
Xbox has unveiled the Xbox Game Pass December 2023 lineup - yes, all of it at once - and it looks pretty impressive. While previous months might have been slim pickings for Xbox fans, there's no…
November 30, 2023 | 09:34 EST
Today indie developer Eremite Games and publisher Hooded Horse announced the release date of the 1.0 version of the city builder Against The Storm. The game will be released on PC on December 8,…
November 20, 2023 | 12:44 EST
Xbox has announced the titles arriving as part of the Xbox Game Pass November 2023 wave 2 lineup, and...well, it's slim pickings for the rest of the month. Only four games are heading to the service…
November 14, 2023 | 09:18 EST
Xbox has announced the next upcoming wave of Xbox Game Pass titles, and it's a varied lineup this time around. Starting today, Headbangers: Rhythm Royale and Jusant are available to play on PC,…
October 31, 2023 | 09:38 EDT
Another round of Xbox Game Pass titles has been announced, and although there's a ton of great entertainment incoming, a much-loved JRPG is also making its sad exit this month. First up, as revealed…
October 17, 2023 | 10:09 EDT
Microsoft is planning its assault on the Holiday season with the obvious intent to compete on price, thanks to a brand-new Xbox Series S Starter Bundle announced today. The bundle, announced on Xbox…
October 12, 2023 | 01:32 EDT
Today Activision Blizzard shed some light on its plans for its games on Xbox Game Pass in light of the acquisition by Microsoft, which appears increasingly probable. The announcement, made on X (…
October 9, 2023 | 07:51 EDT
Despite a rather tepid stack of releases last console generation, I still have a soft spot for the Motorsport line of Forza games. While Forza Horizon has dominated the market with its perfect mix of…
October 4, 2023 | 03:05 EDT
Xbox has revealed the games coming as part of the Xbox Game Pass October 2023 Wave 1 lineup. Only six games are headed your way in the next couple of weeks, but there are some pretty heavy hitters…
October 3, 2023 | 09:57 EDT
Microsoft has announced what's coming as part of the Xbox Game Pass September 2023 Wave 2 lineup, and there's a big surprise waiting in the (bat) wings. First up, starting today, Belle Epoque…
September 19, 2023 | 09:29 EDT
Xbox has revealed the full Xbox Game Pass Core game list ahead of the service's launch tomorrow. In July, it was revealed that Xbox Live Gold would become Xbox Game Pass Core, adding over 25 Xbox…
September 13, 2023 | 09:16 EDT
Microsoft has announced the games coming as part of the Xbox Game Pass September 2023 Wave 1 lineup, and hey, who'd have thunk? It ain't just Starfield. Obviously, Bethesda's long-awaited space RPG…
September 5, 2023 | 09:22 EDT
Xbox has unveiled the Xbox Game Pass August 2023 Wave 2 lineup, and while there aren't many surprises, it's a pretty solid showing. Starting from today, space RPG Everspace 2 is available across…
August 15, 2023 | 09:42 EDT
Microsoft has announced the Xbox Game Pass August 2023 Wave 1 lineup. There aren't too many games headed to the service between now and the middle of August, but what's coming is pretty solid, and…
August 1, 2023 | 09:25 EDT
Microsoft has revealed the Xbox Game Pass July 2023 Wave 2 lineup, and seven more games are headed to the service in the coming weeks. As ever, some of these games will be available on PC and…
July 18, 2023 | 09:21 EDT
Xbox has announced that Xbox Live Gold is getting a rework in the form of a new service called Xbox Game Pass Core. Per a new post on the official Xbox website, Game Pass Core is an "evolution" of…
July 17, 2023 | 09:11 EDT
The first games being added to Xbox Game Pass in July have been announced, and there are some very solid prospects on the list indeed. Starting today, you'll get to play one of the most iconic crime…
July 5, 2023 | 09:33 EDT
Xbox has revealed the games coming to Xbox Game Pass as part of the June 2023 lineup, and Wave 2 is looking pretty impressive. Whether you're into dystopian Metroidvanias, anime-inspired racers, or…
June 20, 2023 | 09:16 EDT
The Xbox Game Pass May 2023 lineup has been revealed, and there are eight more games making their way to the service over the rest of this month. They include an XCOM-style tactics game, a Pokemon-…
May 16, 2023 | 09:20 EDT
Microsoft has announced what we can expect from the Xbox Game Pass April 2023 Wave 2 lineup, with a second raft of games heading to the service throughout the rest of this month and early May. Titles…
April 18, 2023 | 09:19 EDT
Today Microsoft made the PC version of its popular Xbox Game Pass service available in 40 new countries around the world. According to the announcement, the service is officially launching today (…
April 11, 2023 | 10:59 EDT
Developer Remedy Entertainment has responded to the report indicating that its action-adventure game Quantum Break will be removed from Xbox Game Pass. While it's true that the game will soon become…
April 4, 2023 | 03:53 EDT
Xbox has revealed its initial Xbox Game Pass April 2023 lineup, and there are a couple of heavy hitters for you to enjoy this month. They include a big Microsoft release, a cult indie roguelite, and…
April 4, 2023 | 09:21 EDT