18 games with a major discount starting today through March 25.
Two-week exclusive sale with up to 80% off the original price.
Get a smorgasbord of games and genres for a fraction of the price.
It’s March! To herald in the fresh new spring, we are excited to announce that we are basically (almost, almost) giving away a ton of our games. From March 12-25, we are celebrating the Raw Fury Xbox Publisher Spotlight Sale—and our games are up to 80% off!
Get ready to embark on mysterious adventures in Call of the Sea, go on a journey of self-discovery on your hoverbike in the alien landscape of Sable, and unleash your inner hero in Kingdom Eighties. Just to mention a few! In the sale you can also find the highly original arcade experience Pizza Possum, and the turn-based battle RPG Cassette Beasts where you collect, battle, and fuse with beasts that you find on the mysterious island of New Wirral. But that is just glimpse of what you can get: the wide selection of games spans from heart-pounding action to brain-teasing puzzles, from immersive RPGs to adrenaline-pumping shooters. Whether you’re a battle-hardened veteran or are fresh-faced and eager to dive into something new; this is your smorgasbord. And it is ready for you to explore!
For us, the Raw Fury Xbox Publisher spotlight is a real highlight of the year. We love our Xbox players, and whether you have experienced us through playing our titles with Game Pass or have just dived in when they launched (or beyond), we thank you – as this is one of our favourite places to be. And the joy we have experienced through dialogue with the Xbox community is one that we love – feel free to hit us up on our socials and tell us if you checked out any of our games. And if there is something you want to try, now is the time, as our games are super cheap (up to 80% off in some cases). Check out our music video above for the complete list of discounts. It’s delightfully unhinged, but you know, in a good way!
But,, if you don’t want to listen to our lovely song – which you are missing out on if you don’t watch it – you can find the complete list of games and their lovely discounts below:
The Raw Fury Xbox Publisher Spotlight Sale runs from March 12-25 – The smorgasbord is set up – are you ready to dig in?
Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Beta ring today.
It’s important we note that some updates made to these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles. We will continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal or behind the scenes, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device.
Details can be found below!
System Update Details
OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN\25398.4004.240308-0140
Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 12, 2024
Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 13, 2024
New Features and Experiences
We have exciting news! Beta users can expect something new coming to their Xbox Update Preview.
Capture & Share
Users will now see a toast notification after uploading a new screenshot or game clip to OneDrive if they’re running low on space.
Fixes Included
Thanks to all the great feedback Xbox Insiders provide and the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented with this build:
Network Transfer
Fixes to address an unexpected error that could occur when initiating a network transfer if the content already exists.
System
Various updates to properly reflect local languages across the console.
Known Issues
While known issues may have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes, they are not being ignored! However, it may take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. If you experience any of these issues, we ask that you please follow any guidance provided and file feedback with Report a Problem.
Audio
Some users have reported experiencing intermittent audio issues across the dashboard, games, and apps.
Troubleshooting: If you do experience issues, please confirm your TV and all other equipment have the latest firmware installed. If you are unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance. You can also find additional troubleshooting tips here: Troubleshoot audio on your Xbox console.
Feedback: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware and troubleshooting further, please submit feedback via Report a Problem when you are experiencing the issue. Use the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”.
Note: Be sure to include as much information as possible about the issue, when it started, your setup, troubleshooting you have completed, and any additional information that will help us reproduce the issue.
Networking
We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to the network immediately on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
Workaround: Wait a minute or two for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide then file feedback with Report a Problem. Learn more about restarting here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.
As always, be sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of any issues you encounter. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.
If you’re an Xbox Insider looking for support, please visit the community subreddit. Official Xbox staff, moderators, and fellow Xbox Insiders are there to help with your concerns.
When posting to the subreddit, please look through the most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to existing threads with the same issue before posting a new one. This helps us support you the best we can! Also, don’t forget to use “Report a Problem” before posting – the information shared in both places helps us understand your issue better.
Thank you to every Xbox Insider in the subreddit today and welcome to the community if you’re just joining us! We love that it has become such a friendly and community-driven hub of conversation and support.
For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox Update Preview ring!
“We are the Borg. Resistance is Futile.” These seven words, first uttered in 1989, forever cause chills to run down our spines as Star Trek fans. The Borg are an implacable, unstoppable foe, one who has menaced the characters of many Star Trek shows for decades. Now, Star Trek Online has unleashed a new version of those Borg, one far fiercer than ever before.
It’s well known to Star Trek fans that there is another universe, called the Mirror Universe, where everything seems backwards. Good people are unrepentant villains, and the world is dark and cruel. Everything in the Prime Star Trek Universe exists there, but we’ve never seen the Mirror Universe’s version of the Borg, until now. Blasting through a portal into our world, these Mirror Borg are more advanced and far more aggressive than the Borg we know. Resistance, they say, will be annihilated.
Now, teaming up with Captain Harry Kim and Captain Ezri Dax (both portrayed by their original actors, Garrett Wang and Nicole de Boer), your Captain must stop these Borg before they can take a foothold in our universe. If you fail, everything will die.
Star Trek Online has long been known as the place to go for continuation of classic Star Trek stories. From the Bluegills, to the Tzenkethi, to the Voth, Star Trek Online has taken threads that were cut for time from the original Trek shows and developed them into full blown stories. For the past year, players have been battling the Mirror versions of Captain Janeway and Admiral Leeta, but as that conflict resolved, the Mirror Borg came through to wreck our hopes of peace.
In the newest release, Star Trek Online: Both Worlds, players will take the fight to the Mirror Borg as they attempt to place a beach head in our universe. Battle them in a new story mission, including facing their mysterious leader, the Borg King. And for fans of the classic Borg, you can replay one of the most defining moments of Star Trek’s history, the Battle of Wolf 359, in a brand new Task Force Operation.
The developers of Star Trek Online are huge Star Trek fans, and they relish the opportunity to expand the canon. The Mirror Borg are a unique opportunity to tweak a foe that is very familiar for Star Trek Online fans. The original Borg were one of the very first enemies brought in to Star Trek Online nearly fifteen years ago, and as the player Captains’ powers have grown, this once terrifying threat has been reduced to much less of a challenge. The Mirror Borg bring the Borg back to their roots, once again causing nightmares to reverberate through the Star Trek Universe.
Should you choose to face these new Borg, do it with caution, and get ready to modulate your frequencies. We’ll see you out there in the Final Frontier. Star Trek Online: Both Worlds is available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One today.
Gaming can bring people together, which is why we’re committed to making the gaming experience fun and engaging for everyone. You can earn rewards for playing your favorite games on Play, connect with a passionate community of gamers on YouTube, discover new titles you’ll love through Ads, and enjoy secure, seamless gameplay powered by Cloud.
This week at the Google for Games Developer Summit, we unveiled a suite of new tools and product features for developers and gamers. With these updates, developers can take their games to the next level so players like you can experience even more immersive worlds and have new ways to interact with your favorite titles. Here’s a look at what’s new.
1. Play Pass gets even better
Starting today, Google Play Pass subscribers in select markets will receive in-game items and discounts on popular games like EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, MONOPOLY GO! and Roblox. This is offered in addition to our current catalog of over 1,000 ad-free games and apps, so you get even more value at the same monthly price
The futuristic worlds of Overwatch 2 and Cowboy Bebop come together in a brand-new collaboration that fans are sure to love. When you log into Overwatch 2 on Xbox Series X|S, you’ll be able to hunt down bounties with the effortlessly cool Cassidy as Spike Spiegel, Ashe as Faye Valentine, along with more favorites from the Cowboy Bebop series.
We asked concept artists Danna Lee and Allison Yu what it was like to design the unique skins for Spike Cassidy and Faye Ashe, and help bring the world of Cowboy Bebop into Overwatch 2.
How exciting was it to create a new skin based on Cowboy Bebop?
Danna Lee: I was extremely thrilled. As a fan of Cowboy Bebop and someone who loves Spike, it was an honor to have worked on this project. I really appealed to my team that I wanted to work on a Cowboy Bebop skin because it’s my favorite anime. So, after rewatching all the episodes and the movie, I delved into the work. I already loved the series, but rewatching it after a long time got me even more excited. I remember applauding after finishing every episode.
Allison Yu: I’m a huge fan of the golden age retro anime, and that includes the beloved Cowboy Bebop series. After I heard that we would be working on this collab, I asked to work on Ashe Faye Skin immediately. Faye is such a cool character who is voiced by my favorite Japanese voice actor and her personality fits Ashe so well. I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to combine the looks of Faye and Ashe.
What inspiration from the anime did you bring into the skins?
Danna Lee: I aimed to replicate Spike’s outfit as faithfully as possible. I referred to the final episode for his coat. For his gadgets, I designed each of them to evoke a retro feel from that era of anime, and his weapon was inspired by Spike’s Swordfish 2. To understand Spike’s characteristics better, I analyzed and documented every scene he appeared in. I even scrutinized the retro art style in the backgrounds down to every second.
Allison Yu: Faye’s hairstyle and her personality fit Ashe very well overall. The tricky part of this skin is what kind of change we could make for B.O.B. Since Faye doesn’t usually have someone with her in the way that B.O.B. looks out for Ashe, we needed to figure out what could be the best fit for that role. After discussing it, I thought it would be really cool if we could turn her ship, the Red Tail, into B.O.B.
What challenges did you encounter when bringing the worlds of Cowboy Bebop and Overwatch 2 together?
Danna Lee: It was challenging to strike a balance between maintaining Spike’s essence and infusing Overwatch’s style. Spike’s outfit is undeniably chic and cool, but directly translating it into the game would make it overly simple. There were also clipping issues during rigging and adjusting elements that couldn’t be implemented in-game and addressing that was tough, but with the collaboration of the tech and modeling teams, we managed to pull it off.
Allison Yu: As mentioned, designing B.O.B. was the most challenging part of this skin. The ideation of making B.O.B. into a ship was really abstract at first and we went back and forth a few times with my lead. Should we keep his shirt and pants to make him more like B.O.B. or should we just lean into the ship form? Ultimately, we decided to make his shape mimic the Red Tail ship as close as possible, making B.O.B. much more round and organic, and taking away the clothes to make this skin truly unique.
I want to shout out to my art lead, Daryl Tan, for helping me along the way while working on this skin. He took a lot of time giving feedback as we tried to figure out the solution for B.O.B.
What is your favorite episode or scene from the anime?
Danna Lee: I particularly love episodes that delve into the characters’ pasts. I have a fondness for Faye Valentine’s backstory. I remember shedding tears as I watched it. It was heart-wrenching to see her family home, where she lived with her loved ones, and her room where she lay down, slowly regaining her memories. Imagining how painful it must have been for her to gradually recall her memories deeply resonated with me. The realization that she’s the only surviving human from her time was chilling and poignant.
Allison Yu: My favorite is Episode 9, “Jamming with Edward,” and that is when Edward shows up and joins the team, which suddenly makes the show more energetic, and I always enjoy how she acts funny with Ein.
Are there any fun details about the skins players should look out for?
Danna Lee: The hat worn by Spike Cassidy is Andy Von De Oniyate’s hat. There’s an episode where the two engage in a cowboy showdown, and in the end, Andy places his hat on Spike. I incorporated this detail into the skin. The key hanging from Cassidy’s waist is the key to Swordfish 2. I thought adding this key, which is used to pilot the Swordfish, would be a fun element. I worked on these details with the hope that fans and players would appreciate the attention to detail. It was immensely enjoyable to consider these aspects while working on the skin.
Allison Wu: I worked on adding different items of Faye from different episodes, including the sunglasses she wears in Episode 3, “Honky Tonk Woman,” and the earrings in Episode 5, “Ballad of Fallen Angels.” Also, we paid a lot of attention to B.O.B. as the Red Tail, matching the smallest details from the actual ship in his air vent shape, head, and color choices.
The Overwatch 2 x Cowboy Bebop Collab event is live now through March 25. You can purchase the new Legendary skins for Spike Cassidy, Faye Ashe, Edward Sombra, and Jet Mauga from the Overwatch 2 shop, and log onto Overwatch 2 on Xbox X|S and complete engaging new challenges to claim bounties of new rewards, including the Ein Wrecking Ball Legendary Skin.
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Poppy Playtime is an interesting horror video game — or rather, an episodic series of games — that puts players into the eerie toy factory of fictional company Playtime Co., where they find that the company’s characters are alive and quite aggressive. A big part of the game’s appeal is the creepy character design, with the eponymous Poppy being just one example. But they’re all scary, as Jaimie and Jay of the Wicked Makers proved when they built this life-sized CatNap animatronic.
The Wicked Makers aren’t strangers to this game, as they previously built an eight-foot-tall Huggy Wuggy. Their CatNap animatronic isn’t quite as tall, but it is still huge. And it is a faithful recreation of the monster seen in-game. It can move its head side-to-side, and its body sort of sways like a real, breathing creature’s would. It even breathes glowing red fog to represent the in-game sleeping gas formulated for children.
As usual, that vast majority of the work here went into constructing the animatronic’s skeleton, body, and head. It is a masterful mishmash of PVC pipe, wire, foam, clay, and fabric. But the real magic comes from the movement, which is possible thanks to the use of an Arduino UNO Rev3. That controls the torso’s wiper motor via a relay, the servo motor that moves the head, the LEDs for the eyes and smoke, and the smoke machine.
To simplify the animations, the Wicked Makers turned to Bottango software. That’s free and made specifically for controlling animatronics. It makes programming and uploading animations easy, so the Wicked Makers can alter CatNap’s behavior whenever they want.
The result is just as terrifying as it is impressive.
Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Alpha ring today.
It’s important we note that some updates made to these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles. We will continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal or behind the scenes, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device.
Details can be found below!
System Update Details
OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN\25398.4004.240308-0140
Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 11, 2024
Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 12, 2024
Experience Changes
Please be aware this Xbox Update Preview includes the following experience or feature updates.
Microsoft Edge – Sidebar
To improve stability, all first-party hub apps including notably, Copilot Chat, Outlook, Teams, Games, and the ability to add websites to the sidebar as well as the section in Settings are being removed. The shopping and browser essential features are still available.
Fixes Included
Thanks to all the great feedback Xbox Insiders provide and the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented with this build:
Accessibility
Fixes to improve narrator readout in the guide when viewing friends and making changes to the friendship.
Capture & Share
Fixes to address an unexpected error in the guide when viewing recent captures.
Network Transfer
Fixes to address an unexpected error that could occur when initiating a network transfer if the content already exists.
Settings – Subscriptions
Fixes to address an unexpected error that could occur when viewing subscriptions.
System
Various updates to properly reflect local languages across the console.
Known Issues
While known issues may have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes, they are not being ignored! However, it may take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. If you experience any of these issues, we ask that you please follow any guidance provided and file feedback with Report a Problem.
Audio
Some users have reported experiencing intermittent audio issues across the dashboard, games, and apps.
Troubleshooting: If you do experience issues, please confirm your TV and all other equipment have the latest firmware installed. If you are unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance. You can also find additional troubleshooting tips here: Troubleshoot audio on your Xbox console.
Feedback: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware and troubleshooting further, please submit feedback via Report a Problem when you are experiencing the issue. Use the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”.
Note: Be sure to include as much information as possible about the issue, when it started, your setup, troubleshooting you have completed, and any additional information that will help us reproduce the issue.
Networking
We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to the network immediately on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
Workaround: Wait a minute or two for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide then file feedback with Report a Problem. Learn more about restarting here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.
As always, be sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of any issues you encounter. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.
If you’re an Xbox Insider looking for support, please visit the community subreddit. Official Xbox staff, moderators, and fellow Xbox Insiders are there to help with your concerns.
When posting to the subreddit, please look through the most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to existing threads with the same issue before posting a new one. This helps us support you the best we can! Also, don’t forget to use “Report a Problem” before posting – the information shared in both places helps us understand your issue better.
Thank you to every Xbox Insider in the subreddit today and welcome to the community if you’re just joining us! We love that it has become such a friendly and community-driven hub of conversation and support.
For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox Update Preview ring!
Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring today.
It’s important we note that some updates made to these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles. We will continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal or behind the scenes, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device.
Details can be found below!
System Update Details
OS Version: XB_FLT_2408GE\26077.1502.240307-2200
Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 11, 2024
Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 12, 2024
Fixes Included
Thanks to all the great feedback Xbox Insiders provide and the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented with this build:
System
Various stability and performance fixes.
Various updates to properly reflect local languages across the console.
Known Issues
While known issues may have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes, they are not being ignored! However, it may take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. If you experience any of these issues, we ask that you please follow any guidance provided and file feedback with Report a Problem.
Audio
Some users have reported experiencing intermittent audio issues across the dashboard, games, and apps.
Troubleshooting: If you do experience issues, please confirm your TV and all other equipment have the latest firmware installed. If you are unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance. You can also find additional troubleshooting tips here: Troubleshoot audio on your Xbox console.
Feedback: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware and troubleshooting further, please submit feedback via Report a Problem when you are experiencing the issue. Use the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”.
Note: Be sure to include as much information as possible about the issue, when it started, your setup, troubleshooting you have completed, and any additional information that will help us reproduce the issue.
Networking
We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to the network immediately on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
Workaround: Wait a minute or two for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide then file feedback with Report a Problem. Learn more about restarting here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.
As always, be sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of any issues you encounter. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.
If you’re an Xbox Insider looking for support, please visit the community subreddit. Official Xbox staff, moderators, and fellow Xbox Insiders are there to help with your concerns.
When posting to the subreddit, please look through the most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to existing threads with the same issue before posting a new one. This helps us support you the best we can! Also, don’t forget to use “Report a Problem” before posting – the information shared in both places helps us understand your issue better.
Thank you to every Xbox Insider in the subreddit today and welcome to the community if you’re just joining us! We love that it has become such a friendly and community-driven hub of conversation and support.
For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox Update Preview ring!
Forza Motorsport Update 6 invites you to explore different engines, the beating heart inside your favorite cars.
Look forward to a new Featured Tour – the Combustion Tour – with additional Spotlight cars and Car Pass deliveries each week, as well as a fresh schedule of Multiplayer and Rivals events.
Forza Motorsport Update 6 rolls out for download from 10:00 AM PT / 6:00 PM UTC on Xbox Series X|S and PC via the Microsoft Store and Steam. Spotlight cars and new Career, Featured Multiplayer and Rivals events start Wednesday, March 13 from 4:00 PM PT (12:00 AM UTC on Thursday, March 14).
Car Progression
With the changes coming to Car Progression in Forza Motorsport Update 6, you will have the freedom to equip the parts you want to install on your car regardless of Car Level.
The first change is to remove the level restriction on performance parts, making them all available at Car Level 1. This allows players to install parts in any order they wish, regardless of Car Level. Whether it’s engine swaps, race tires, or body kits, you will have the freedom to build cars your way.
Secondly, players can use in-game Credits to acquire Car Points when exiting the upgrade screen at a ratio of 4,500 Credits for 500 Car Points. This change gives you a choice to immediately upgrade your car using Credits, or if you’re saving your Credits, you can earn Car Points for upgrades through car leveling as before.
Game Improvements and Release Notes
We continue to optimize and improve the overall stability of Forza Motorsport. Update 6 introduces new fixes and experience improvements, including additional lighting options for the Livery Editor to help players see how their designs look in different conditions.
Following the addition of Daytona to our track list in Update 4, we’ve heard your feedback and have changed the pit lane exit to address track-rejoin collisions and more closely reflect the track as it is used in real life events.
This update also introduces 8 new music tracks to the game, composed by Kaveh Cohen and Michael Nielsen, and Peter Holmstrom, and these will be played while you’re in the Homespace.
Improved Drivatar AI behaviors at the beginning of races to reduce mid-field collisions and breakaway drivers at race start through Turn 1. [1728001, 1663637]
Rewind is now available to use at race start and after one or more Drivatar AI crosses the finish line before the player. [1577801, 1269413]
Fixed a crash when entering Private Multiplayer lobbies. [1711214, 1712940, 1692800]
Fixed a hard lock when transitioning from Race Results to Race Rewards after a race has been completed. [1709973]
On PC, VRAM usage estimates for many graphics settings have been updated to be more accurate. [1593495]
Fixed an issue where cars wrongly sampled Ray Traced Ambient Occlusion leading to flicker. [1689343]
As previously shared in our Update 5 blog, Update 6 will not include a track however our next track release is scheduled for Update 7, expected to be available in April.
Spotlight Cars – Update 6
Spotlight cars are featured in the Showroom every week, available for you to acquire with a 30% discount using in-game credits. These cars can be used in the new Combustion Tour, as well as Spotlight Series events in Featured Multiplayer and Rivals.
Forza Motorsport VIP Members will also get an exclusive 15% discount on the 1993 McLaren F1 in the Showroom for a limited time.
Car Pass – Update 6
Get ready to step behind-the-wheel of four new deliveries coming to Car Pass holders in Update 6. Here is your Forza Motorsport Car Pass calendar for the next 4 weeks:
Car Pass includes 30 new-to-Motorsport cars with one released every week until Car Pass is complete. Get Car Pass today in the Forza Motorsport Deluxe and Premium Editions.
New Career Tour – Combustion Tour
Engines come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and configurations. The Combustion Tour is where you will experience first-hand how the number of cylinders found in an engine is foundational to delivering its power.
Discover small-sized engines with remarkable power output in 4 Cylinder Furies. Explore iconic 6-cylinder cars that epitomize enthusiast motoring in Super Sixes. Go back in time and immerse yourself in the golden era of Detroit muscle with V8 Heritage. Finally, master an elite class of engines that defy convention in V10 Titans.
Spotlight cars featured in the Combustion Tour allow you to experience the true potential of these engines. Get ready to race in the 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C, 2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II, 1969 Dodge Charger R/T, and 2014 Lamborghini Huracán LP 610-4.
Series within the Combustion Tour do not have to be completed in a particular week – you have until April 24, 2024, to finish this latest Featured Tour. Spotlight cars are available at a discount for the week during which they are featured.
Complete the Combustion Tour to earn the 2009 Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster – an ultra-exclusive hypercar with exceptional performance from its 7.3-liter V12 delivering 678 horsepower.
Open Class Tour – Engine Cylinders
With each update to Forza Motorsport, the Open Class Tour gets refreshed with new events and a new reward car.
Open Class Tour is where you can continue the journey of your favorite cars. Cars that you’ve already built in a different Builders Cup series can be further levelled up and upgraded in the Open Class Tour.
In Update 6, cylinder count is king in this unique twist on the Open Class Tour with Drivatars racing cars ranging from modest to high-performance engines.
All 4 refreshed Open Class Tour series (C, B, A, S) will be available on March 13. Your reward for completing all four of these series before April 10, 2024, will be the 2010 Ferrari 599XX with its screaming V12 engine!
Featured Multiplayer – Spec and Open Series
In Featured Multiplayer, new variations in the Open Series combine class restrictions with engine cylinder counts. Engine swaps change the number of cylinders your car has under the hood, so experiment with different builds and tuning setups to find the perfect balance on the track.
Week 1 challenges you to build A class cars with 4-cylinder engines, followed by S class cars with 6-cylinder engines in Week 2. Then in Week 3 tune your favorite A class cars with 8 cylinders before maximizing power and performance with S class cars and 12-cylinder engines in Week 4!
Over in the Spec Series, get ready for the BMW M3 Spec Series, Forza P2 Series, Vintage Le Mans Prototype Series, and Early LMP Series.
Here’s a look at your Featured Multiplayer calendar of upcoming events for Update 6:
BMW M3 Spec Series – March 13-20
The first generation of the legendary M3, the E30 model, continued BMW’s long tradition of racing success with outstanding power and near perfect balance.
Forza P2 Series – March 20-27
Sharing many advanced, tech-savvy features with their P1 siblings, P2 Prototypes accommodate design limitations to lower production costs but keep driving excitement maximized.
Vintage Le Mans Prototype Series – March 27 – April 3
Reignite Le Mans’ greatest rivalries racing the most recognizable, most dominant cars of the 1960s and early 70s.
Early LMP Series – April 3-10
Starting in 1992, LMP prototype class racing returned some open cockpit, single seaters to the top tier of endurance racing.
All dates/times are 4pm PST on date listed or 12am UTC on following date.
Featured Rivals – Update 6
Set your fastest lap times across several thrilling new Rivals events in Forza Motorsport Update 6.
Challenge your skills and precision in the new Featured Spec Rivals. Choose from any Forza GT division car and bring it to Silverstone GP circuit to join the Forza GT Rivals Leaderboard. This event uses the same vehicle ruleset as the Forza GT Spec Series in Featured Multiplayer with cars that have all been pre-tuned for optimal competition, however they can be further tuned to suit each individual driver.
Calling all VIP Members! Race the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe Forza Edition on the Daytona Sports Car Circuit in rainy weather conditions and post your fastest times on the Daytona Drizzle leaderboard.
Every week there is also a new Rivals featuring that week’s Spotlight car. Get started in the 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C at Yas Marina North Corkscrew during Week 1, the 2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II at Suzuka East for Week 2, the 1969 Dodge Charger R/T at Eaglerock Speedway Oval for Week 3, and finally the 2014 Lamborghini Huracán LP 610-4 at Catalunya National Circuit Alt during Week 4.
Here’s the Forza Motorsport Rivals calendar for Update 6:
Remember, our next track is coming in April, and we look forward to showing it to you next month!
Forza Motorsport Update 6 invites you to explore different engines, the beating heart inside your favorite cars.
Look forward to a new Featured Tour – the Combustion Tour – with additional Spotlight cars and Car Pass deliveries each week, as well as a fresh schedule of Multiplayer and Rivals events.
Forza Motorsport Update 6 rolls out for download from 10:00 AM PT / 6:00 PM UTC on Xbox Series X|S and PC via the Microsoft Store and Steam. Spotlight cars and new Career, Featured Multiplayer and Rivals events start Wednesday, March 13 from 4:00 PM PT (12:00 AM UTC on Thursday, March 14).
Car Progression
With the changes coming to Car Progression in Forza Motorsport Update 6, you will have the freedom to equip the parts you want to install on your car regardless of Car Level.
The first change is to remove the level restriction on performance parts, making them all available at Car Level 1. This allows players to install parts in any order they wish, regardless of Car Level. Whether it’s engine swaps, race tires, or body kits, you will have the freedom to build cars your way.
Secondly, players can use in-game Credits to acquire Car Points when exiting the upgrade screen at a ratio of 4,500 Credits for 500 Car Points. This change gives you a choice to immediately upgrade your car using Credits, or if you’re saving your Credits, you can earn Car Points for upgrades through car leveling as before.
Game Improvements and Release Notes
We continue to optimize and improve the overall stability of Forza Motorsport. Update 6 introduces new fixes and experience improvements, including additional lighting options for the Livery Editor to help players see how their designs look in different conditions.
Following the addition of Daytona to our track list in Update 4, we’ve heard your feedback and have changed the pit lane exit to address track-rejoin collisions and more closely reflect the track as it is used in real life events.
This update also introduces 8 new music tracks to the game, composed by Kaveh Cohen and Michael Nielsen, and Peter Holmstrom, and these will be played while you’re in the Homespace.
Improved Drivatar AI behaviors at the beginning of races to reduce mid-field collisions and breakaway drivers at race start through Turn 1. [1728001, 1663637]
Rewind is now available to use at race start and after one or more Drivatar AI crosses the finish line before the player. [1577801, 1269413]
Fixed a crash when entering Private Multiplayer lobbies. [1711214, 1712940, 1692800]
Fixed a hard lock when transitioning from Race Results to Race Rewards after a race has been completed. [1709973]
On PC, VRAM usage estimates for many graphics settings have been updated to be more accurate. [1593495]
Fixed an issue where cars wrongly sampled Ray Traced Ambient Occlusion leading to flicker. [1689343]
As previously shared in our Update 5 blog, Update 6 will not include a track however our next track release is scheduled for Update 7, expected to be available in April.
Spotlight Cars – Update 6
Spotlight cars are featured in the Showroom every week, available for you to acquire with a 30% discount using in-game credits. These cars can be used in the new Combustion Tour, as well as Spotlight Series events in Featured Multiplayer and Rivals.
Forza Motorsport VIP Members will also get an exclusive 15% discount on the 1993 McLaren F1 in the Showroom for a limited time.
Car Pass – Update 6
Get ready to step behind-the-wheel of four new deliveries coming to Car Pass holders in Update 6. Here is your Forza Motorsport Car Pass calendar for the next 4 weeks:
Car Pass includes 30 new-to-Motorsport cars with one released every week until Car Pass is complete. Get Car Pass today in the Forza Motorsport Deluxe and Premium Editions.
New Career Tour – Combustion Tour
Engines come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and configurations. The Combustion Tour is where you will experience first-hand how the number of cylinders found in an engine is foundational to delivering its power.
Discover small-sized engines with remarkable power output in 4 Cylinder Furies. Explore iconic 6-cylinder cars that epitomize enthusiast motoring in Super Sixes. Go back in time and immerse yourself in the golden era of Detroit muscle with V8 Heritage. Finally, master an elite class of engines that defy convention in V10 Titans.
Spotlight cars featured in the Combustion Tour allow you to experience the true potential of these engines. Get ready to race in the 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C, 2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II, 1969 Dodge Charger R/T, and 2014 Lamborghini Huracán LP 610-4.
Series within the Combustion Tour do not have to be completed in a particular week – you have until April 24, 2024, to finish this latest Featured Tour. Spotlight cars are available at a discount for the week during which they are featured.
Complete the Combustion Tour to earn the 2009 Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster – an ultra-exclusive hypercar with exceptional performance from its 7.3-liter V12 delivering 678 horsepower.
Open Class Tour – Engine Cylinders
With each update to Forza Motorsport, the Open Class Tour gets refreshed with new events and a new reward car.
Open Class Tour is where you can continue the journey of your favorite cars. Cars that you’ve already built in a different Builders Cup series can be further levelled up and upgraded in the Open Class Tour.
In Update 6, cylinder count is king in this unique twist on the Open Class Tour with Drivatars racing cars ranging from modest to high-performance engines.
All 4 refreshed Open Class Tour series (C, B, A, S) will be available on March 13. Your reward for completing all four of these series before April 10, 2024, will be the 2010 Ferrari 599XX with its screaming V12 engine!
Featured Multiplayer – Spec and Open Series
In Featured Multiplayer, new variations in the Open Series combine class restrictions with engine cylinder counts. Engine swaps change the number of cylinders your car has under the hood, so experiment with different builds and tuning setups to find the perfect balance on the track.
Week 1 challenges you to build A class cars with 4-cylinder engines, followed by S class cars with 6-cylinder engines in Week 2. Then in Week 3 tune your favorite A class cars with 8 cylinders before maximizing power and performance with S class cars and 12-cylinder engines in Week 4!
Over in the Spec Series, get ready for the BMW M3 Spec Series, Forza P2 Series, Vintage Le Mans Prototype Series, and Early LMP Series.
Here’s a look at your Featured Multiplayer calendar of upcoming events for Update 6:
BMW M3 Spec Series – March 13-20
The first generation of the legendary M3, the E30 model, continued BMW’s long tradition of racing success with outstanding power and near perfect balance.
Forza P2 Series – March 20-27
Sharing many advanced, tech-savvy features with their P1 siblings, P2 Prototypes accommodate design limitations to lower production costs but keep driving excitement maximized.
Vintage Le Mans Prototype Series – March 27 – April 3
Reignite Le Mans’ greatest rivalries racing the most recognizable, most dominant cars of the 1960s and early 70s.
Early LMP Series – April 3-10
Starting in 1992, LMP prototype class racing returned some open cockpit, single seaters to the top tier of endurance racing.
All dates/times are 4pm PST on date listed or 12am UTC on following date.
Featured Rivals – Update 6
Set your fastest lap times across several thrilling new Rivals events in Forza Motorsport Update 6.
Challenge your skills and precision in the new Featured Spec Rivals. Choose from any Forza GT division car and bring it to Silverstone GP circuit to join the Forza GT Rivals Leaderboard. This event uses the same vehicle ruleset as the Forza GT Spec Series in Featured Multiplayer with cars that have all been pre-tuned for optimal competition, however they can be further tuned to suit each individual driver.
Calling all VIP Members! Race the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe Forza Edition on the Daytona Sports Car Circuit in rainy weather conditions and post your fastest times on the Daytona Drizzle leaderboard.
Every week there is also a new Rivals featuring that week’s Spotlight car. Get started in the 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C at Yas Marina North Corkscrew during Week 1, the 2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II at Suzuka East for Week 2, the 1969 Dodge Charger R/T at Eaglerock Speedway Oval for Week 3, and finally the 2014 Lamborghini Huracán LP 610-4 at Catalunya National Circuit Alt during Week 4.
Here’s the Forza Motorsport Rivals calendar for Update 6:
Remember, our next track is coming in April, and we look forward to showing it to you next month!
Hey Xbox Insiders! We are releasing a new Xbox App for Windows build to Xbox Insiders who are enrolled in the PC Gaming Insiders preview! Thank you all for being Xbox Insiders. Continue read to learn about fixes and known issues. Make sure that you update the Xbox app, and Gaming Services to ensure you get all of the fixes!
Versions of PC Gaming prerelease products:
Xbox App version: 2403.1000.44.0
Released: 5:00 p.m. PT – Mar 8th 2024
Game Bar version: 7.124.3061.0
Released: 5:00 p.m. PT – Mar 8th 2024
Xbox App Bug Fixes:
Fixed an issue navigating menus in Messages and My Library
Various fixes to UI in Installation Queue
Fixes to address the app closing unexpectedly during navigation
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In virtual reality, anything is possible, yet being able to accurately model things from the real-world in a digital space remains a huge challenge due to the lack of weight/feedback that would otherwise be present in physical objects. Inspired by working with digital cameras and the inherit imperfection they bring to their videos, Bas van Seeters has developed a rig that translates the feeling of a camera into VR with only a few components.
The project began as a salvaged Panasonic MS70 VHS camcorder thanks to its spacious interior and easily adjustable wiring. An Arduino UNO Rev3 was then connected to the camera’s start/stop recording button as well as an indicator light and a potentiometer for changing the in-game focus. The UNO is responsible for reading the inputs and writing the data to USB serial so that a Unity plugin can apply the correct effects. Van Seeters even included a two-position switch for selecting between wide and telescopic fields of view.
With the Arduino now sending data, the last step involved creating a virtual camcorder object in Unity and making it follow the movement of a controller in 3D space, thus allowing the player to track things in-game and capture videos. More details on the project can be found in van Seeters’ write-up here and in the video below!
This month we have the hotly anticipated Argon ONE V3 M.2 NVMe PCIe Case. Hopes are high for this one and we can tell you it hits home runs all the way. Redesigned for Raspberry Pi 5 this board combines the features of the Argon ONE V2 with the – previously separate – M.2 Expansion Board add-on to create an all-in-one computer case with super-fast, and super-large, storage that also cleverly uses passive cooling and heatsinks to keep everything running. This is the one we have been waiting for.
All together now
The Argon ONE is Argon40’s flagship case, containing a daughterboard for Raspberry Pi that adds additional features such as full-sized HDMI sockets and an infrared (IR) receiver.
On the base of Argon ONE V3 is a removable cover that provides access to the M.2 NVMe socket. Here you can insert any M.2 NVMe with M-Key up to 2280 size. The flap is marked “THERML” which nods to its aluminium heatsink and a long strip of thermal pad is included to transfer the heat out into the case.
Two more silicon pads are included to connect Raspberry Pi’s CPU and PMIC (Power Management Integrated Circuit) to the case.
Alongside this impressive passive cooling is a redesigned 30mm fan and blower. This is repositioned at an angle to be “more efficient and quiet”, and we found it unobtrusive even when stress testing.
Argon ONE V3 now sports Raspberry Pi’s RP2040 microcontroller to control various functions like fan speed and power management (via jumper pins on the daughter board). The power button is less of a novelty now that Raspberry Pi 5 itself features one. However, the presence of a 3.5mm audio jack will be a welcome addition for audio buffs now that it has been removed from Raspberry Pi 5’s main board.
One advantage over the Argon ONE V2 board is that the M.2 NVMe now connects directly to the PCIe socket on Raspberry Pi 5. This leaves all four USB-A sockets available.
A removable magnetic flap on top of the case provides access to repositioned GPIO pins alongside a handy pinout guide.
Assembly and testing
Putting together the Argon ONE V3 was a relatively painless process thanks to the included assembly instructions. Raspberry Pi 5 is connected to the HDMI daughterboard, and the PCIE cable is used to connect the bottom half of the case to Raspberry Pi 5. Then the whole thing is screwed together. Finally, the M.2 NVMe storage is connected to the underside making it possible to upgrade the drive without opening the whole case.
As with previous Argon ONE cases, the microSD card is hidden away and can’t be used without opening up the case. This is less problematic these days as a USB thumb drive flashed with Raspberry Pi OS can be used to run Imager and flash the storage drive. Attach an Ethernet cable and you can also use Network Install with Raspberry Pi 5.
Speed-testing of the NVMe drive tells you much more about the quality of your drive than the case itself. We used a 500GB WD Blue storage stick and measured the speed using Raspberry Pi OS’s built-in Raspberry Pi Diagnostics tool to test performance. It returned a sequential write speed 789590 KB/sec (790 MB/s) almost 80 times faster than the recommended pass speed for a microSD card. It’s fast.
The heat test is also interesting. We used stress –cpu 4 and measured the output with the script found herefor 15 minutes.
Raspberry Pi 5 inside the Argon ONE V3 case idles at around 54°c (down from the 65°c baseline of an uncooled Raspberry Pi 5 without a heatsink). We found the fan kicked in at the 60°c mark after five minutes and kept the Raspberry Pi 5 hovering around 61°c for another 10 minutes. At no point did Raspberry Pi OS reach the 80°c mark where performance throttling begins. It compared favourably to a Raspberry Pi 5 and an official Active Cooler unit.
Put it to use
One optional extra we should mention is an internal Argon ONE BLSTR DAC audio board upgrade, which will be sold separately. Alongside the 3.5mm jack this will make Argon ONE V3 ideal for audio fans. We didn’t have one for testing and can’t see it on the Argon40 website just yet, so hopefully that will come down the line.
All of this transforms Raspberry Pi 5 from a hackable board to a desktop computer. A role our favourite computer is increasingly fulfilling with aplomb. The built-in infrared connection, large storage, and full-sized HDMI connection also ensure Argon ONE V3 becomes the perfect media player or home games console. This case is highly recommended.
Verdict
10/10
An excellent case that sees a lot of Argon’s ideas reach fruition. Turn your Raspberry Pi 5 into a smart desktop computer, media player, games console or DAC audio player.
Specs
Components: Argon ONE Pi 5 V3 case, M.2 NVME carrier board, Video/Audio PCB extender (daughterboard), GPIO & Fan board, RP2040-based microcontroller
Input/output: Adjustable M.2 NVME with M-Key up to 2280 size, 2 × standard (type A) HDMI ports, Ethernet, 4 × USB-A ports, USB-C power port, 3.5mm audio jack
Cooling: Aluminium alloy case for passive cooling, blower type PWM programmable 30mm fan
If you have an interest in robotics, it can be really difficult to know where to start. There are so many designs and kits out there that it becomes overwhelming. But it is best to start with the basics and then expand from there after you learn the ropes. One way to do that is by building MertArduino’s adorable app-controlled robot dog.
This is a little more complex than a typical line-following rover kit, but it is still approachable for beginners. It uses eight inexpensive MG90S hobby servo motors to walk on four legs, plus one more servo to rotate the head. The tutorial explains how to create a smartphone app for controlling the robot and there is an ultrasonic sensor hidden in the dog’s eyes to help it detect obstacles.
To construct this robot, you will first need to 3D print the body, legs, and head. Those parts are small enough to print on almost any model of 3D printer. You’ll then need the custom PCB, onto which all of the electronic components attach. You can order that from any PCB fabrication service. Using basic through-hole soldering techniques, you can populate that PCB with an Arduino Nano board, an HC-05 Bluetooth module (for communication with a smartphone), and various miscellaneous components like resistors and a voltage regulator. Power comes from a pair of 18650 lithium battery cells.
After assembly, you can begin controlling the robot using the provided app. Or you can follow the instructions to make your own app with the help of MIT’s handy block-based Scratch programming tool.
Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring today.
It’s important we note that some updates made to these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles. We will continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal or behind the scenes, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device.
Details can be found below!
System Update Details
OS Version: XB_FLT_2408GE\26076.1502.240306-2200
Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 8, 2024
Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 9, 2024
New Features and Experiences
We have exciting news! Alpha Skip-Ahead users can expect something new coming to their Xbox Update Preview.
Capture & Share
Users will now see a toast notification after uploading a new screenshot or game clip to OneDrive if they’re running low on space.
Xbox Wireless Controllers
We’re releasing a new version of the Xbox Wireless Controller firmware today which includes improvements to unexpected disconnections when using a wired headset.
If your controller needs an update, you will be prompted to install it once the controller is powered on and connects to your console. You can also open the Xbox Accessories App to install the update manually if you missed or dismissed the prompt.
Fixes Included
Thanks to all the great feedback Xbox Insiders provide and the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented with this build:
System
Various updates to properly reflect local languages across the console.
Known Issues
While known issues may have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes, they are not being ignored! However, it may take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. If you experience any of these issues, we ask that you please follow any guidance provided and file feedback with Report a Problem.
Audio
Some users have reported experiencing intermittent audio issues across the dashboard, games, and apps.
Troubleshooting: If you do experience issues, please confirm your TV and all other equipment have the latest firmware installed. If you are unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance. You can also find additional troubleshooting tips here: Troubleshoot audio on your Xbox console.
Feedback: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware and troubleshooting further, please submit feedback via Report a Problem when you are experiencing the issue. Use the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”.
Note: Be sure to include as much information as possible about the issue, when it started, your setup, troubleshooting you have completed, and any additional information that will help us reproduce the issue.
Networking
We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to the network immediately on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
Workaround: Wait a minute or two for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide then file feedback with Report a Problem. Learn more about restarting here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.
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“I would say reach out to someone in the industry, so whether it’s an alumnus from your school or someone you’ve seen on a panel, just start a conversation, start building your network,” Duan says. “We all started somewhere. You can find so many people who are willing to share their story and support your journey in this industry.”
“Being part of studios that get the game into players’ hands very quickly, means you can feel that impact, what resonates and what doesn’t,” Chenn says. If I had Minecraft when I was 5 on my Game Boy, I know I would be a creator today.”
Walters, who came into Mojang after 13 years with Lucasfilm, urges early career women to “stick with it” in the competitive and demanding gaming and entertainment industries.
“You will definitely encounter obstacles and setbacks. If it’s something you’re passionate about, don’t ever give up, right? Find ways to overcome. Pivot when you need to, find ways to achieve your goals. That may mean learning new skills, seeking new opportunities or networking with others,” she says. “Be confident that we can do it, but also be collaborative, supportive, curious and adventurous. Be resilient and persistent.”
Building a better world
“One of the core reasons I joined the company is because of our purpose, which is building a better world through the power of play,” says Duan, who brought experience from working at LucasArts and Leapfrog on game-based learning to Minecraft Education.
Her team is responsible for getting Minecraft games to players on an array of platforms across console, PC and mobile.
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“When I joined Mojang three years ago, it felt like a homecoming to be able work on an IP [intellectual property] that is as universal as Minecraft and to understand the impact that we could have on the world.”
For Walters, who leads efforts to deliver new experiences and expand outside of the core Minecraft game, that means extending the game’s ethos into entertainment. She’s just recently gone to work on a Minecraft film in progress.
Minecraft’s consumer products business alone has doubled in revenue over the past two years.
“The Nürburgring was built in 1927 with extraordinary length through the middle of the Eifel forests. It remains the longest permanent race track to this day. Even back then, the racing drivers who came to the Nürburgring knew what an incredibly special and challenging track the Nürburgring actually is,” explains Alexander, quoting Rudolf Caracciola, who won the first car race on the Nürburgring and described his experience as follows:
“When we came to the newly opened Nürburgring in 1927, we opened our eyes. We had never experienced anything like it. There was a road in the middle of the Eifel mountains, a closed loop with almost 180 bends spread over 22 kilometers. It was a track with gradients that were a sharp blow to the engine, but also with unspeakably beautiful views far across the country, of valleys and villages.”
On the one hand, it is the almost 100-year history that still inspires awe and respect among motorsport enthusiasts and professional racing drivers alike: 1000-kilometer races, fatal accidents, unforgettable Formula 1 races, new records and impressive performances by the best drivers in the world. Record-breaking world champion Michael Schuhmacher made such a lasting impression that an entire corner was named after him. When Niki Lauda’s Ferrari went up in flames on the Nordschleife in 1976, the entire motorsport world held its breath.
In addition to the history, it is the track itself that accounts for the legend of the Nordschleife: the unique layout, the dynamics, the differences in altitude and the unique atmosphere. If you want to complete a lap, you have to tackle over 70 corners and 300 meters of elevation gain. An experience that demands everything from the driver and is now possible in Forza Motorsport.
In Forza Motorsport, players will discover what makes this circuit an adrenaline-filled crucible, one which pushes professionals, manufacturers, cars – and now, finally, Forza fans – to their limits. YouTuber and racing expert rAii has already put the track through its paces in countless racing games, including the new Forza Motorsport, and shared his thoughts on the presentation with Xbox Wire DACH: “It just feels like the Nordschleife that you know. That’s the most important thing.”
You play as Alain, a young leader of a resistance movement that aims to overthrow the tyrannical Zenoiran empire that has enslaved the world. Along the way, you will recruit so many allies from different races and classes, each with different strengths, aversions, and their own reasons for fighting. You’re literally reclaiming the whole world, hearts and minds included, one patch of ground at a time – coloring in a map using your weapons instead of paints.
The real fun is in how these systems mesh together; as your army swells, so do your options to wage war with the empire. Things start simple and approachably, with players commanding a few teams of two around small maps. As you build your renown through victory, you’ll be able to field as many as 10 teams of 5 characters at once, all playing different roles on the battlefield. Hulking Hoplites hold down chokepoints with massive shields in hand. Flying units, such as Gryphon Knights, soar over obstacles to press an advantage, while ranged Hunters and Witches can take over towers to help those on the ground gain an advantage with combat assists.
Willkommen bei Next Week on Xbox! Wie immer stellen wir Dir alle neuen Spiele vor, die bald für Xbox Series X|S und Xbox One, Windows und im Game Pass erhältlich sind. Klick Dich einfach durch die Spiel-Details, um mehr zu möglichen Vorbestellungen zu erfahren (Änderungen vorbehalten).
Ein neuer Teil der legendären Contra-Reihe ist da! Contra: Operation Galuga ist eine umfassende Neuinterpretation des klassischen Actionspiels aus den 80er Jahren mit moderner Grafik und Sound, mit neuen Stages, Gegner*innen und Bossen, neuen Spielmechanismen, einem aktualisierten Waffensystem und explosiven Koop-Kämpfen. Für bis zu zwei Spieler*innen im Story-Modus oder vier Spieler*innen im Arcade-Modus!
For the Warp ist ein Rogue-like Deck-Building-Spiel im Weltraum! Entdecke neue Karten und füge sie zu Deinem Arsenal hinzu, um Deine Überlebenschancen zu erhöhen. Erforsche prozedural generierte Systeme und kämpfe Dich zum Warp-Gate vor. Begegne Verbündeten und Feinde, alten Zivilisationsruinen und schalte mächtige Technologien und Schiffe frei.
Optimiert für Xbox Series X|S
Renne, springe, gleite, zerstöre Feinde, sammle Erfahrungspunkte und verbessere Deinen Charakter in diesem taktischen 2D-Action-Plattformspiel. Als Hauptfigur Janet nimmst Du den Kampf gegen eine böse Diktatur auf und versuchst, Dich an Deine Vergangenheit zu erinnern und aus den Fängen des Konzerns zu entkommen. Decke die Verschwörung gegen die Menschheit auf!
12. März − Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story
Optimiert für Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Gridrunner. Revenge of the Mutant Camels. Tempest 2000. Llamatron. In der britischen Spielewelt der 80er und 90er Jahre hat niemand so viele Games entwickelt wie Jeff Minter. In einer neuen interaktiven Dokumentation von Digital Eclipse kannst Du jetzt die Geschichte eines der schrägsten und wildesten Spieleentwickler nachspielen, den es je gab − ein Mann, der Shooter und Schafe, Laser und Lamas liebte.
Optimiert für Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Werde zu einer magischen, schwertschwingenden Heldin und bekämpfe die Mächte des Bösen in Zeit, Raum und anderen Dimensionen! Kehre zurück zum Stil der japanischen Fantasy-Plattformer der 80er und 90er Jahre und übernimm das Kommando über die mutige Heldin Wisteria Asagiri auf ihrem Weg, die Erde, das Ober- und das Unterreich vor dem finsteren Zauberer Maskandes zu retten!
Erlebe die ultimative Kombination aus Strategie und Intrige, während Du Dich in dem preisgekrönten Brettspiel Dune: Imperium! durch die tückischen Landschaften von Arrakis bewegst. Kämpfe online, lokal gegen die KI oder gegen das gefürchetete Haus Hagal. Verdiene Dir Errungenschaften, Die Dein Können als Anführer*in zeigen, und nimm mehr als ein Dutzend Herausforderungen an, die Deinen Verstand und Deine Geschicklichkeit auf die Probe stellen.
Ob unter oder über der Erde: Du wirst viel zu tun haben, wenn Du Orte wie Ställe, Bars, Kino, Plätze, Wald, Gigs, Markt, Docks, Lunapark, Circo Massimo und mehr erkundest und dabei versuchst, alle versteckten Schätze zu finden, die die Römer*innen hinterlassen haben.
Astebros ist ein Roguelite-Spiel über die Anfänge des Königreichs Asteborg! Wähle Deinen Helden oder Deine Heldin aus drei verschiedenen Charakteren und kämpfe Dich durch prozedurale Dungeons, um Deine furchterregenden Gegner*innen auszuschalten! Besiege Bosse, um wertvolle Machtkugeln zu erhalten, sammle Münzen und Materialien, um Deine Ausrüstung zu kaufen und zu verbessern, und entdecke mysteriöse Geheimnisse in den Dungeons.
Optimiert für Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Bing in Wonderland ist ein neuer Titel in der Wanba Warriors-Reihe. Ein Roguelite-Monsterkiller ohne jegliche Erkundungselemente. Das Spiel ist voll mit ausgefallenen Gegner*innen und Stages mit einer Sammlung von tiefgründigen und robusten Waffen und Gegenständen sowie einer Fülle von sinnlosen Features und nutzlosen Details. Die einzigartige Butt-Slam-Mechanik und ein vager, abstrakter Kunststil, der Picasso in den Schatten stellt, werden Dich in ihren Bann ziehen.
Optimiert für Xbox Series X|S
Highwater ist ein bizarres 3D-Abenteuerspiel mit einem isometrischen, rundenbasierten Puzzle-Kampfsystem, das in einer überfluteten, postapokalyptischen Welt spielt. Fahre mit dem Boot, entdecke Inseln, finde neue Verbündete, um Feinde zu bekämpfen und erlebe eine humorvolle Geschichte über Freundschaft in diesem stimmungsvollen und melancholischen Abenteuer.
Ein minimalistisches Puzzle- und Strategieerlebnis, bei dem es darum geht, Gebäude zu kombinieren, um Dörfer auf wunderschönen, prozedural generierten Inseln zu errichten. Kombiniere Gebäude, um Deine Dörfer und Städte auf endlosen, über die ganze Welt verstreuten Inseln zu errichten und genieße eine minimalistische und entspannende Atmosphäre, kein Ressourcenmanagement oder Armeen − konzentriere Dich einfach auf das Bauen.
In diesem modernen Metroidvania schlüpfst Du in die Rolle von Moon Mikono, einer Abenteurerin aus dem Weltraum, die das wahre Schicksal ihrer verschwundenen Mutter aufdecken will. Kämpfe Dich durch ein umfangreiches 2D-Action-Explorations-Epos, während Du erkundest, Deine Fähigkeiten neu programmierst, Dich mit verrückten Sci-Fi-Experimenten duellierst und gegen Kolonisator*innen rebellierst.
Spiele in dieser kompletten Classic Collection die klassischen Star Wars Battlefront-Spiele auf modernen Konsolen, online und offline. Diese Classic Collection enthält Star Wars Battlefront (Classic) und Star Wars Battlefront II mit Bonuskarten und -helden. Durchquere die Galaxie im Kampagnenmodus und „Galactic Conquest“. Kämpfe auf dem Schlachtfeld, steuere kultige Fahrzeuge und fliege legendäre Raumschiffe, während Du an kultigen Star Wars-Schauplätzen um die Wette kämpfst.
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Ein fesselndes Rätsel- und Erzählspiel, das ein kurzweiliges und entspannendes Erlebnis bietet. In einer bezaubernden mittelalterlichen Umgebung können die Spieler/innen ihren eigenen Weg gehen und in jeder Phase den nächsten Storyblock auswählen. Mit einer Sammlung von Reisen, die mit faszinierenden Variationen der Haupthandlung gefüllt sind, werden die Spieler/innen eingeladen, alle möglichen Ergebnisse zu enträtseln.
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In Unables dreht sich alles um Physik, Rätsel und Comedy. Willkommen in einer Welt, in der die Charaktere so faul sind, dass selbst der Spieler oder die Spielerin sie nicht kontrollieren kann. Nimm die Dinge selbst in die Hand und kontrolliere stattdessen die Umgebung mit einer innovativen Spielmechanik!
Eines ruhigen Morgens kam ein Kurier in die Argonauts Agency. Er überbrachte eine Hochzeitseinladung für Jason und Medea von Pelias, ihrem alten Freund und Sammlerkollegen. Der Brief enthielt auch eine geheime Bitte um Hilfe. Jason und Medea werden ihre Freund*innen nicht im Stich lassen! Spiele das neue Zeitmanagementspiel mit den Argonauten, erfahre die Geschichte von Circe und rette ihre Gefangenen!
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Ritter und Räuber*innen treiben ihr Unwesen im ganzen Land und sorgen für Zerstörung. Doch ein noch größeres Übel lauert in den Tiefen des Landes und schmiedet Pläne. In diesem rundenbasierten Taktik- und Strategiespiel führst Du an der Spitze Deines Reiches den Kampf gegen die Mächte des Bösen.
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20 Jahre nach dem preisgekrönten Action-Adventure Outcast, dem Pionier des Genres der nicht-linearen Open-World-Spiele, kehrt Cutter Slade in der lang erwarteten Fortsetzung in die spektakuläre außerirdische Welt von Adelpha zurück. Von den allmächtigen Yods wieder zum Leben erweckt, muss er feststellen, dass die Talaner versklavt, die Welt ihrer natürlichen Ressourcen beraubt und seine eigene Vergangenheit mit der Invasion der Roboter verknüpft ist. Nun ist es seine Mission, den Planeten zu retten.
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Catboy, Owlette und Gekko schließen sich mit An Yu, Newton Star, Ice Cub, Lilyfay und Bastet zusammen, um die Mighty Alliance zu gründen. Steige in den Explorider und suche in der Stadt, auf dem Mystery Mountain und in der Eiswelt nach verlorenen Teilen. Aber sei schnell! Bevor Romeo, Luna Girl und Night Ninja sie finden.
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Tief im Dickicht des Waldes, versteckt zwischen Grashalmen und Pilzen, gibt es einen Ort, an dem winzige Menschen mit Tieren zusammenleben. Unser kleiner Held Max unterbricht plötzlich die Suche nach seinem Vater, als er nach Hause gerufen wird, um seiner Mutter zu helfen, das Haus seiner Kindheit zu retten. Hilf Max dabei, Geheimnisse zu lüften, Hinweise in versteckten Objekten zu finden und alle Rätsel zu lösen, die sich ihm in den Weg stellen.
Next Week on Xbox is a weekly feature that shows you all the games that are coming soon on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass! You can find more information about these games below and click on their profiles for more details (release dates may change). Let’s get started!
A new entry in the legendary Contra series is here! Contra: Operation Galuga is a thorough reimagining of the classic run-‘n’-gun action game from the ’80s, featuring modern graphics and sound, new stages, new enemies and bosses, new play mechanics, an updated weapons system, and explosive co-op combat for up to two players in Story Mode or four players in Arcade Mode!
For the Warp is a rogue-like deck-building game in space! Discover and add new cards to your arsenal and increase your chances of surviving. Explore procedurally generated systems and fight your way to the warp gate. Encounter allies and foes, ancient civilization ruins, unlock powerful technologies and ships.
Run, jump, slide, destroy enemies, gain experience points, upgrade your character in this tactical 2D action-platformer. As the main character, Janet, you’ll be plunged against an evil dictatorship, trying to remember the past and escape from the clutches of the corporation. Uncover the conspiracy against humanity!
Gridrunner. Revenge of the Mutant Camels. Tempest 2000. Llamatron. In the British gaming universe of the ‘80s and ‘90s, nobody made games like Jeff Minter. Now, in a new interactive documentary from Digital Eclipse, you can play the history of one of the weirdest, wildest game developers to ever exist – a man who loved shooters and sheep, lasers, and llamas.
Become a magical sword-wielding heroine and take on the forces of evil across time, space, and alternate dimensions! Return to the style of Japanese fantasy platformers from the ’80s and ’90s as you take command of brave heroine Wisteria Asagiri on her quest to save Earth, the Higher Realm and the Under-Realms from the dark wizard Maskandes!
Experience the ultimate blend of strategy and intrigue as you navigate the treacherous landscapes of Arrakis in the award-winning board game Dune: Imperium! Battle online, locally with AI, or against the formidable House Hagal. Earn achievements that showcase your prowess as a leader and embark on more than a dozen challenges that will test your wit and cunning.
Whether you are below or above the ground, you will have a lot of work to do as you visit places like stables, bars, cinema, squared, forest, gigs, market, docks, luna park, Circo Massimo, and mor while trying to find all the hidden treasures left by the Romans.
Astebros is a roguelite game about the beginnings of the kingdom of Asteborg! Choose your hero among three different characters and go through procedural dungeons to eliminate your formidable opponents! Defeat bosses to obtain valuable power orbs, collect coins and materials to buy and upgrade your equipment, and discover mysterious secrets within the dungeons.
Bing in Wonderland is a new entry in the Wanba Warriors franchise. A Roguelite monster killing satisfaction galore without any exploration elements. The game is filled to the brim with exotic enemies and stages with a collection of deep and robust boons, weapons, and items plus an abundance of pointless features and useless details. You will be encapsulated by the unique Butt Slam mechanic a vague and abstract art style that puts Picasso to shame.
Highwater is a whimsical, 3D adventure game with an isometric turn-based puzzle-combat system set in a flooded, post-apocalyptic world. Navigate by boat, discover islands, find new allies to help battle foes, and experience a humorous tale about friendship in this melancholic and atmospheric escape.
A minimalistic puzzle and strategy experience about combining buildings to build villages on beautiful, procedurally generated islands. Combine buildings to create your villages and cities on endless islands scattered around the world and enjoy a minimalistic and relaxing atmosphere, no resource management or armies — just focus on building.
In this modern metroidvania you play as Moon Mikono, a space scrapper turned adventurer on a mission to uncover the true fate of her missing mother. Battle your way through a sprawling 2D action-exploration epic as you explore, reprogram your abilities, duel twisted sci-fi experiments, and rebel against colonizers.
Our clever cat detective is back, and this time the mystery unfolds all over the apartment. Immerse yourself in an extended adventure full of intriguing challenges, vibrant colors, and brain-teasing puzzles. Sherlock Purr 2 is an enchanting children’s game, tailor-made for young explorers who love cats and crave delightful mysteries.
Play the classic Star Wars Battlefront games on modern consoles, online and offline in this complete classic collection. This Classic Collection includes Star Wars Battlefront (Classic) and Star Wars Battlefront II with bonus maps and heroes. Traverse the galaxy in Campaign Mode and Galactic Conquest. Fight on the ground, drive iconic vehicles, and piloty legendary starships as you battle it out across iconic Star Wars locations.
An engaging puzzle and narrative game that offers a short and relaxing experience. In a charming medieval setting, players can carve their own path, choosing the next story block at each stage. With a library of journeys filled with intriguing variations of the main storyline, players are invited to unravel all possible outcomes.
Unables is all about physics, puzzles, and comedy. Welcome to a world where characters are so lazy, that even the player is unable to control them. Take matters into your own hands by controlling the environment instead, with the innovative gameplay mechanics!
A courier arrived at the Argonauts Agency one calm morning. He delivered a wedding invitation for Jason and Medea from Pelias, their old friend and a fellow collector. A secret plea for help was also in the letter. Jason and Medea won’t let their friends down! Play the new time management game with the Argonauts, find out about Circe’s story, and rescue her captives!
Knights and brigands run rampant throughout the land, sowing destruction. But an even greater evil is lurking and plotting in the shadows. At the helm of your domain, lead the fight against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.
20 years after the award-winning action adventure hit, Outcast, pioneered the genre of non-linear open-world games, the long-awaited sequel sees Cutter Slade return to the spectacular alien world of Adelpha. Resurrected by the almighty Yods, he has returned to find the Talans enslaved, the world stripped of its natural resources, and his own past intertwining with the invading robot forces. It’s up to him to go on a mission and save the planet again.
Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko are teaming up with An Yu, Newton Star, Ice Cub, Lilyfay, and Bastet to form a Mighty Alliance. Hop into the Explorider and search The City, Mystery Mountain, and Ice World for lost parts. But be quick! Before Romeo, Luna Girl, and Night Ninja get to them.
Hidden deep in the foliage of the forest, between the blades of grass and mushrooms, there’s a place where tiny people coexist with animals. Our little hero Max suddenly interrupts the search for his father when he is called home to help his mother save his childhood home. Help Max to unravel mysteries, find clues in hidden objects and defeat all puzzles that stand in his path.
Every button on SNES XL controller has its own custom PCB, created using PCBWay an online service for producing PCB prototypes. Each board is shown fully working by Arnov on YouTube. Tactile switches on the custom boards are positioned just below the 3D-printed buttons, such that pressing a button toggles its switch. Each of the switches is wired up to a pin on a XIAO SAMD21 development board from Seeed Studio (see Figure 1). When SNES XL is connected to a computer (in this case Raspberry Pi 4), the Seeed XIAO appears as a gaming controller icon and can be selected for gameplay.
Too big to print or hold
Arnov designed the controller housing in Fusion360. It had to be 3D printed in three separate parts due to its size, before being superglued together. More videos and images can be found on Arnov’s Instructables.
Retro game emulation here comes courtesy of Recalbox. Power Pi, a Raspberry Pi dock/enclosure with an integrated lithium cell battery pack that Arnov also designed, provides power.
Arnov has to set the controller flat on the table to play games, because it’s too big to hold comfortably. Our favourite Raspberry Pi builds are the ones that are so absurd they turn out to be unusable for their originally intended purpose. The BFG would have no problem, but we’re still not sure if he’s real or not. We’ve let Nessie and Bigfoot go, but we’re hanging onto our oversized childhood friend.
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Arnov has graced us with his Raspberry Pi-powered gaming kit twice before. The first time was with SANDWICH DOT IO, an all-in-one desktop gaming system based around Raspberry Pi 3B+ and featuring on-board power as well as a dedicated cooling layer.
PALPi, a handheld games console with a retro aesthetic that’s powered by Raspberry Pi Zero W, is another of Arnov’s creations. Let’s start taking bets on what he builds next. We’re thinking he might go to the other end of the size spectrum and come up with something miniature. Maybe a teeny, tiny, thimble-sized Wii controller for dainty indoor tennis and golf.
It is amazing how much technological progress humanity has achieved over the past few centuries. But while our capability with electronics has shot ahead, it seems that we’ve almost regressed when it comes to mechanical and electromechanical design. Watches and clocks are great examples of this, as pre-digital craftsmen were capable of astonishing feats that are still impressive today. But some people are keeping those traditions alive, as evidenced by this mechanical seven-segment display clock driven by a single stepper motor.
This clock is truly a work of art. It shows the time across six digits, each of which is a seven-segment display. But those aren’t segments lit by LEDs, they’re physical pieces of plastic. A complex series of gears flips them in and out in the appropriate sequence to display the numeric characters. That is very impressive when you consider that the segments don’t actuate in an order that correlates with the numerical value — the number 4 isn’t simply turning “on” one more segment than the number 3. But even so, the clock progresses through the numbers in order.
That’s only possible because of the genius mechanical design of the clock. Further increasing the wonder is the fact that the clock and all of its parts were 3D-printed — no precision machining necessary. An Arduino Nano board controls the stepper motor that drives the whole series of gears. That ensures that the motor turns at a constant rate, which is required to keep accurate time.
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