#game-pass

#game-pass

Microsoft reiterates that big games, possibly including the next Call of Duty, will be added to Game Pass on launch day. [ more ]

Microsoft plans to add the new Call of Duty game to Game Pass, sparking questions about additional fees and subscription changes. [ more ]

Microsoft's gaming revenue soars 51% due to Activision-Blizzard acquisition [ more ]

Xbox is shutting down several acquired studios to focus on high-impact, blockbuster games from Bethesda.

Matt Booty's strategy to prioritize high-impact titles contradicts Xbox's past emphasis on diverse and sustainable gaming experiences. [ more ]

Microsoft's closure of acquired studios raises questions about the value of Game Pass subscription service. [ more ]

New Doom game hint by Tom Warren for Xbox summer showcase [ more ]

Game Pass subscription price hike and new tier rumored to be coming. [ more ]

Microsoft announced new games for Game Pass, including The Rewinder, Have A Nice Death, Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, Kona II: Brume, Little Kitty, Big City, and Brothers: A Tale Of Two Sons. [ more ]

Upcoming Game Pass titles include unique indie games and re-releases of acclaimed classics. [ more ]

Subscribers advised to explore and prioritize soon-to-leave Game Pass titles for a limited experience of diverse games. [ more ]

Game Pass offers access to upcoming indie games on Xbox and PC, providing players with a cost-effective way to enjoy new releases. [ more ]

Game Pass removes six games on April 30, following the previous six on April 15. [ more ]

Xbox announces new games for Game Pass in April.

Variety of genres covered in new Game Pass games. [ more ]

Diablo 4 on Game Pass PC requires Battle.net installation

Cross-play requires Battle.net account [ more ]

FFXIV Coins are a new premium currency exclusive to Xbox Series X|S.

Final Fantasy XIV Starter Edition is available for free to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers until April 19. [ more ]

New screenshots released from Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 using Photo Mode.

Hellblade 2 will be available on Game Pass for cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X/S. [ more ]

Rare is introducing anti-cheat measures using Epic's Easy Anti-Cheat solution in Sea of Thieves.

Solo Xbox players can access the Safer Seas private server mode without a Game Pass subscription, while Game Pass is still required for multiplayer. [ more ]

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, MLB The Show 24, and SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated are some of the new titles coming to Game Pass in March.

Control Ultimate Edition and No More Heroes 3 are also part of the latest offerings on Game Pass for cloud, console, and PC. [ more ]

First time in MLB The Show series to create and play as women ballplayers in Road to the Show mode

MLB The Show 24 featuring stories from the Negro Leagues and partnership with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum [ more ]

Second Partner Preview stream on March 6 featuring content from third-party partners like Capcom, Nexon, and EA.

Confirmed games include Tales of Kenzera: Zau, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, and The First Berserker: Khazan. [ more ]

Dead Island 2 suddenly available on Game Pass for console, not PC

Despite delays, Dead Island 2 received positive reviews and strong sales numbers. [ more ]

Pentiment offers an intricately designed medieval murder mystery game by Obsidian Entertainment.

The game's success is attributed to Xbox Game Pass, allowing the developer to create without worrying about direct sales. [ more ]

Pentiment and Grounded are two of the four Xbox titles expanding to other consoles.

Game Pass played a crucial role in making Pentiment viable. [ more ]

Microsoft is planning to launch a select number of Xbox games on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.

The move is seen as a strategy shift to increase the reach of Microsoft's first-party games and generate more gaming revenue. [ more ]

Resident Evil 3 and Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night are coming to Game Pass this week.

Resident Evil 3 is a more action-focused game that moves at a consistently exciting pace. [ more ]

Only two games will be removed from the Game Pass catalog on February 15, but more cuts are expected at the end of the month.

Game Pass subscribers can save 20% on the outgoing games before they are removed. [ more ]

Xbox has greenlit multiple new hardware projects in the last couple of weeks.

One possibility is an Xbox handheld device similar to the Steamdeck or ROG Ally. [ more ]

Microsoft will provide support to Pocketpair for the Game Pass version of Palworld.

Support includes enabling dedicated servers, optimization for GPU and memory, and speeding up update releases. [ more ]

Palworld has reached 19 million players in just under two weeks, making it the biggest third-party Game Pass launch of all time.

The game has been a lightning rod for controversy due to its similarities to the Pokémon franchise. [ more ]

Palworld has sold 12 million copies on Steam and reached 7 million players on Xbox, making it the biggest third-party launch in Game Pass history.

The game may be more than just a viral sensation as sales continue to grow and the developers have outlined future plans for the game. [ more ]

Palworld is available on both Game Pass and Steam, but the two versions have differences.

The Game Pass version of Palworld has limitations compared to the Steam version, including player count and dedicated servers. [ more ]

Baldur's Gate 3 will not be available on Game Pass, according to Larian Studios founder Swen Vincke.

The decision is based on perceived value, with Vincke emphasizing the game's fair price and lack of microtransactions.

Smaller developers have mixed opinions on Game Pass, with some praising the exposure while others see it as a lost opportunity. [ more ]

Microsoft is considering offering free game streaming in exchange for advertisements.

The goal is to expand geographically and reach gamers in countries where console gaming is not prevalent. [ more ]