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  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Beta (2404.240318-2000)

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Beta (2404.240318-2000)

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    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!

    Xbox Insider Release Notes

    System Update Details

    • OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN\25398.4041.240318-2000
    • Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 21, 2024
    • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 22, 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:

    Capture & Share

    • Fixes to improve unexpected behavior in the Captures app when storing captures on both the internal Xbox storage and an external drive.

    Installation

    • Fixes to address an unexpected error some users experienced when updating Minecraft (0x87e00021).

    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.

    What Happens to Your Feedback

    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!

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Creates One-of-a-Kind Fallout Vault Box in Celebration of Upcoming Prime Video Series, “Fallout”

    Xbox Creates One-of-a-Kind Fallout Vault Box in Celebration of Upcoming Prime Video Series, “Fallout”

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    Summary

    • Xbox has teamed up with Prime Video to celebrate the new “Fallout” series premiering on April 11 by creating a one-of-a-kind Fallout Vault Box which includes a brand-new Fallout-themed Xbox Series X and an Xbox Design Lab Fallout Controller
    • The Xbox and Fallout Vault Box is a 250-pound stronghold designed to safeguard valuables (and Fallout memorabilia) with utmost protection, making its debut at the Fallout SXSW activation, offering fans the opportunity to experience its rugged durability first-hand
    • Enter the limited-time sweepstakes for a chance to win this one-of-a-kind vault

    Xbox and Fallout fans, rejoice! Today, we are thrilled to announce a striking collaboration between Xbox and new series on Prime Video “Fallout”, premiering on April 11. Introducing the Xbox and Fallout Vault Box – a custom collaboration that combines the rugged essence of the Fallout universe with the unparalleled security of a Fort Knox vault.

    Based on one of the greatest video game series of all time, “Fallout” is the story of haves and have-nots in a world in which there’s almost nothing left to have. Two-hundred years after the apocalypse, the gentle denizens of luxury fallout shelters are forced to return to the irradiated hellscape their ancestors left behind—and are shocked to discover an incredibly complex, gleefully weird, and highly violent universe waiting for them. 

    The series comes from Kilter Films and executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy.  Nolan directed the first three episodes. Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner serve as executive producers, writers and co-showrunners.  The series stars Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets), Aaron Moten (Emancipation) and Walton Goggins (The Hateful Eight). Athena Wickham of Kilter Films also executive produces along with Todd Howard for Bethesda Game Studios and James Altman for Bethesda Softworks. Amazon MGM Studios and Kilter Films produce in association with Bethesda Game Studios and Bethesda Softworks.

    The series cast includes Moisés Arias (The King of Staten Island), Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks), Sarita Choudhury (Homeland), Michael Emerson (Person of Interest), Leslie Uggams (Deadpool), Frances Turner (The Boys), Dave Register (Heightened), Zach Cherry (Severance), Johnny Pemberton (Ant-Man), Rodrigo Luzzi (Dead Ringers), Annabel O’Hagan (Law & Order: SVU), and Xelia Mendes-Jones (The Wheel of Time). It will be available to stream exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

    The Xbox and Fallout Vault Box is not just any vault; it’s a custom designed 250-pound stronghold designed to safeguard your Xbox valuables with utmost protection. Crafted by Fort Knox, this custom vault features six heavy locking bolts, an S&G Digital Keypad, and boasts a formidable fire rating of up to 1,680°F in 120 minutes. Encased in a 3/16” steel body with additional 1/8” security strapping and a robust 3/8” door plate, this vault ensures the ultimate security for your prized possessions. In addition, there is a Fallout steel face plate and handle, transforming it into a statement piece for fans. The iconic design elements seamlessly blend with supreme protection, making it a must-have collector’s item for gamers who value both style and security.

    As an exclusive bonus, each Xbox and Fallout Vault Box is made to make you the best you can be and includes a brand new Fallout-themed Xbox Series X and the all-new Xbox Wireless Controller – Fallout, which fans can get exclusively at Xbox Design Lab. Both items are designed with a collage of some of the most iconic Vault Boy perk icons from throughout the franchise’s history. The white background with the grey etchings of the character allows the design to incorporate all these memorable moments, while still leaving space for you to add all of the colors you love!

    Fans can enter the Xbox sweepstakes by following Xbox on X (formerly Twitter) and retweeting the official Xbox sweepstakes tweet during the Entry Period. The giveaway runs exclusively from today through April  7, 2024. For official rules and eligibility details, visit here.

    Get ready to secure your piece of the Fallout legacy with the Xbox and Fallout Vault Box!

    About Prime Video

    Prime Video is a one-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one application available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Saltburn, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Reacher, The Boys, and AIR; licensed fan favorites Dawson’s Creek and M3GAN; Prime member exclusive Thursday Night Football; and programming from partners such as Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+ via Prime Video Channels add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 450 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles, including blockbusters such as Barbie and Oppenheimer, via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy content such as Jury Duty and Bosch: Legacy free with ads on Freevee. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info visit www.amazon.com/primevideo. 

    Website: LINK

  • Free Play Days – Dragon Ball FighterZ, Battlefield 2042, South Park: The Fractured but Whole and South Park: The Stick of Truth

    Free Play Days – Dragon Ball FighterZ, Battlefield 2042, South Park: The Fractured but Whole and South Park: The Stick of Truth

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    Kyle here with a quick message first on my personal appreciation for Akira Toriyama. Dragon Ball has been one of the most impactful anime/manga in my life and his characters continue to inspire and move us all in the gaming community. Hope everyone enjoys this weekend of games including Dragon Ball FighterZ! 

    3…2…1, lend me your energy, as we got plenty to play with Free Play Days! Dragon Ball FighterZ and Battlefield 2042 are available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Core and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members to play from Thursday March 21 at 12:01 a.m. PDT until Sunday, March 24 at 11:59 p.m. PDT.  

    Additionally, South Park: The Fractured but Whole and South Park: The Stick of Truth are both free for all Xbox members during the same time (Game Pass Core / Game Pass Ultimate not required) with a 5-hour gameplay trial. 

    Game Pass Core will give players access to our advanced multiplayer network, a select collection of over 25 games to play with friends around the world, and exclusive member deals! Read more about Game Pass Core at Xbox Wire. 

    How To Start Playing

    Find and install the games on each of the individual game details page on Xbox.com. Clicking through will send you to the Microsoft Store, where you must be signed in to see the option to install with your Xbox Game Pass Core or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership. To download on console, click on the Subscriptions tab in the Xbox Store and navigate down to the Free Play Days collection on your Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

    Keep The Fun Going

    Purchase the game and other editions at a limited time discount and continue playing while keeping your Gamerscore and achievements earned during the event! Please note that discounts, percentages, and title availability may vary by title and region.

    Free Play Days (Game Pass Core or Game Pass Ultimate Required)

    DRAGON BALL FIGHTERZ (Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One)
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    DRAGON BALL FIGHTERZ (Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One)

    BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 171

    ★★★★★

    $59.99

    Dragon Ball FighterZ 
    Test your skills in this action-packed fighting game with its all-powerful fighters. Experience aerial combos, destructible stages, and famous scenes from the anime with high-end anime graphics and explosive fights. Utilize the unique abilities of your fighters in 3v3 tag teams to master your skills and overcome your opponent. DRAGON BALL FighterZ is on sale now at up to 85% off for a limited time during this Free Play Days weekend.  

    Battlefield™ 2042 Xbox Series X|S
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    Battlefield™ 2042 Xbox Series X|S

    Electronic Arts

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 1128

    ★★★★★

    Battlefield 2042 
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
    Do whatever it takes in the lawless suburban combat of Season 7: Turning Point. Play on the new map Haven, wield fresh weapons like the SCZ3 SMG, and try out the Predator SRAW gadget. 

    Free Play Days (Game Pass Not Required)

    South Park™: The Fractured but Whole™
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    South Park™: The Fractured but Whole™

    Ubisoft

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 288

    ★★★★★

    $49.99

    Free Trial

    South Park: The Fractured but Whole 
    Get ready for an epic gaming experience with the upcoming Free Play Days for South Park: The Fractured by Whole. Immerse yourself in the irreverent and hilarious world of South Park as you embark on outrageous adventures with iconic characters. What’s even better? Enjoy a whopping 75% discount when purchasing either game during this limited time event! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to dive into the madness, laughter, and unexpected twists that only South Park can deliver. Grab your controllers, join the fun, and unleash the chaos in the quirky town of South Park! 

    South Park™: The Stick of Truth ™
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    South Park™: The Stick of Truth ™

    Ubisoft

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 438

    ★★★★★

    $29.99 $7.49

    Free Trial

    South Park: The Stick of Truth 
    Get ready for an epic gaming experience with the upcoming Free Play Days for South Park: The Stick of Truth. Immerse yourself in the irreverent and hilarious world of South Park as you embark on outrageous adventures with iconic characters. What’s even better? Enjoy a whopping 75% discount when purchasing either game during this limited time event! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to dive into the madness, laughter, and unexpected twists that only South Park can deliver. Grab your controllers, join the fun, and unleash the chaos in the quirky town of South Park! 

    Don’t miss out on these exciting Free Play Days for Xbox Game Pass Core and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members! Learn more about Free Play Days here and stay tuned to Xbox Wire to find out about future Free Play Days and all the latest Xbox gaming news. 

    Website: LINK

  • How to Build Your Warrior of Light in Final Fantasy XIV Online, Available on Xbox Today

    How to Build Your Warrior of Light in Final Fantasy XIV Online, Available on Xbox Today

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    Summary

    • Critically acclaimed MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV Online is now available on Xbox Series X|S
    • Until April 19, players who purchase the full game will receive a variety of fun and useful in-game items including an item to boost experience gained
    • Previous open beta players and new players alike are invited to enjoy the Free Trial, which includes A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, and Stormblood with no restrictions on play time. Any progress made during the open beta will of course carry over

    We’re excited to announce that the full release of the critically acclaimed MMORPG, Final Fantasy XIV Online, has launched today on Xbox Series X|S! Players will have plenty of content to enjoy before its newest expansion, Dawntrail, arrives this summer! The full release also lifts the restrictions present in the open beta.

    Even better news is that, until April 19, players who pick up the game for Xbox Series X|S will be able to receive Early Purchase Bonuses to help them on their adventures, and Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will be able to receive the Starter Edition through their Perks, giving them complete access to three games in one for free!

    Final Fantasy XIV Online has so much to offer in terms of customization and playable content! Learn more about the eight starting classes and their three starting locations that you can take into consideration when creating your very own Warrior of Light.

    Creating Your Own Warrior of Light

    Creating your character is the first step in your new adventure! Choose the new ‘you’ without worry, as all the race and gender options are equal. And don’t fret on choices at the start too much, as all are possible to change later!

    During character creation, you will select a starting class that you can level into iconic Final Fantasy series jobs. There are eight starting classes to choose from, and many more to level and master as you progress. Not just battle-focused classes and jobs, but also classes related to crafting and gathering.

    Don’t fret if you want to try more than one, as you can play all the available classes and jobs on a single character. You simply need to change your main hand weapon or tool and voila!

    Choose Your Role

    There are three roles that the various battle-focused classes and jobs fall under: Tanks, Healers, and DPS (which itself has different types).

    Tanks – High in HP and trained in defense, a tank serves as the party’s shield. Skilled at keeping a foe’s attention and bearing the brunt of enemy attacks.

    Healers – Healers use restorative arts to mend wounded companions. They can also help to mitigate damage, remove detrimental effects, and even bring fallen allies back to life.

    DPS Types

    • Melee DPS are close-range attackers. Focused on combos and careful positioning to inflict the maximum amount of damage.
      Physical ranged DPS attack foes from a distance. They excel at inflicting sustained damage, and also provide support for companions.
      Magical ranged DPS attack foes using a variety of arcane arts. Movement is restricted by casting times, but they excel at inflicting high burst damage.

    Starting Locations

    Your character’s starting class will not only determine your initial play style, but also where you begin your journey; in one of three beautiful city-states:

    • Ul’dah
    • Limsa Lominsa
    • Gridania
    • Gridania – In the eastern reaches of the Aldenard landmass, home to vast, dense woodlands and coursing rivers, lies the forest nation of Gridania. The cityscape is a mosaic of labyrinthine waterways and great wooden structures, so gracefully constructed they seem a part of the surrounding environment.
    • Limsa Lominsa – On the southern coast of the island of Vylbrand, under the shadow of ancient cliffs worn by the relentless onslaught of the Rhotano Sea, lies the marine city-state of Limsa Lominsa. Said to be blessed by the goddess of navigation, Llymlaen, the city is spread out over countless tiny islands, each connected by sturdy bridges of iron and wood construction, earning her the name the “Navigator’s Veil” from traveling bards who have witnessed the city’s beauty from afar.
    • Ul’dah – The bustling commercial hub of Ul’dah sits amid the desolate desert landscape of southern Aldenard. The city is organized strategically around the dome-shaped citadel at its center. Its towering fortifications and protective outer walls are visible for malms in all directions, and serve as a stark deterrent to would-be besiegers.

    Below are where the eight starting classes begin and how they evolve into iconic Final Fantasy jobs:

    Role Starting Class Evolved Job Starting Location
    Tank Gladiator Paladin Ul’dah
    Tank Marauder Warrior Limsa Lominsa
    Healer Conjurer White Mage Gridania
    Healer/DPS Arcanist Scholar (Healer) or Summoner (DPS) Limsa Lominsa
    DPS Pugilist Monk Ul’dah
    DPS Lancer Dragoon Gridania
    DPS Archer Bard Gridania
    DPS Thaumaturge Black Mage Ul’dah

    Of course, your adventures will extend far beyond these starting city-states and early class choices. You’ll be able to venture into a wide variety of new locations and learn a multitude of battle-focused jobs, as well as more easygoing crafting and gathering classes throughout your time in Eorzea.

    Players are welcome to experience all that Final Fantasy XIV has to offer on the Xbox Series X|S today!

    Dip your toes in with the Starter Edition which includes A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, and Stormblood—the equivalent of three full Final Fantasy titles! Then, once you’re ready, you can purchase the Endwalker expansion which also includes Shadowbringers, further expanding the breadth of content available! Or dive headfirst into the full offering with the Complete Edition, which includes the three Starter Edition titles and the two most recent expansions: Shadowbringers and Endwalker.

    For players who are looking for even more information on how to start the game, check out our Starter Guide series. The seven-part video series offers early tips and tricks for new players to get the most out of their adventures in Eorzea. The series follows the journey of new player Kaz and his mentor Mayra, who guides him through his first steps in FFXIV. You can check out the whole series in a playlist here!

    [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTz4fLf-HII?list=PL0il2l-B_WwbnROifVBuGDp2SI-SY9Erh&w=500&h=281]

    Previous open beta players and new players alike are invited to enjoy the Free Trial, which includes A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, and Stormblood with no restrictions on play time and progress carrying over from the open beta. Note that there are in-game restrictions associated with the Free Trial, but these can be lifted by upgrading to the full game.

    Please note that by registering the Starter Edition or Complete Edition to your account, will no longer be eligible for the Free Trial and a paid subscription will be required to play. (New accounts starting with the Starter Edition or the Complete Edition will receive a 30-day free play period. The 30-day free play period can be applied once to each platform on a single service account, so cross platform users can also enjoy this benefit.) Additionally, a subscription to both FFXIV and Xbox Game Pass (Core or Ultimate) is required to play.

    We look forward to welcoming you to Eorzea!

    FINAL FANTASY XIV Online - Complete Collector’s Edition - Early Purchase Bonus
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    FINAL FANTASY XIV Online – Complete Collector’s Edition – Early Purchase Bonus

    SQUARE ENIX

    ☆☆☆☆☆

    ★★★★★

    The Complete Collector’s Edition is perfect for new players as it includes the base game and all expansions through Endwalker – all in one comprehensive package! Purchase by 04-20-2024 (10:00 UTC) to receive the following bonus items!
    • Palom Minion
    • Menphina’s Earring (including 30% EXP bonus up to level 80) These items will be delivered in-game via the Moogle Delivery Service. Minions are vanity pets that do not have any effect on a player’s attributes. The Earring grants a 30% increase in EXP gained by defeating enemies when worn, equippable only by Disciples of War or Magic classes and jobs. Service accounts that already claimed pre-order bonus items for FINAL FANTASY XIV: Endwalker are not eligible for the Early Purchase Bonus items. This edition also includes all Collector’s Edition in-game bonus items:
    -Endwalker
    • Arion Mount
    • Wind-up Porom Minion
    • Death Scythe -Shadowbringers
    • Grani Mount
    • Wind-up Fran Minion
    • Revolver Gunbreaker Weapon -Stormblood
    • Syldra Mount
    • Wind-up Bartz Minion
    • Chicken Knife Red Mage Weapon -Heavensward
    • Flying Griffin Mount
    • Dark Knight Cecil-themed Baron Helm
    • Wind-up Kain
    • Phial of Fantasia, an item that grants you a single opportunity to edit your character’s appearance. -A Realm Reborn
    • Fat Chocobo Mount
    • Coeurl Mount
    • Wind-up Moogle Minion
    • Baby Behemoth Minion
    • Behemoth Barding
    • Helm of Light This Edition also includes a 30-day free play period* IMPORTANT:
    • *The 30-day free play period included with purchase can only be applied once to each platform on a single service account.
    •All editions of the game require user registration. All editions of the game other than the Free Trial require an active paid subscription to play.
    •Age restrictions and other terms and conditions apply. Please refer to the User Agreement (https://sqex.to/ffxiv_agreement) and Square Enix Account Terms of Use (https://sqex.to/ffxiv_terms) for the terms and conditions of registration and service. Please visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV website at https://www.finalfantasyxiv.com/ for additional information.
    • An active Xbox Game Pass Core or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate plan is required to play this product.

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha (2404.240318-2000)

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha (2404.240318-2000)

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    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!

    Xbox Insider Release Notes

    System Update Details

    • OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN\25398.4041.240318-2000
    • Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 20, 2024
    • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 21, 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:

    Capture & Share

    • Fixes to improve unexpected behavior in the Captures app when storing captures on both the internal Xbox storage and an external drive.

    Installation

    • Fixes to address an unexpected error some users experienced when updating Minecraft (0x87e00021).

    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.

    What Happens to Your Feedback

    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!

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha Skip-Ahead (2408.240318-2200)

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha Skip-Ahead (2408.240318-2200)

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    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!

    Xbox Insider Release Notes

    System Update Details

    • OS Version: XB_FLT_2408GE\26085.1502.240318-2200
    • Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 20, 2024
    • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 21, 2024

    New Features and Experiences

    We have exciting news! Alpha Skip-Ahead users can expect something new coming to their Xbox Update Preview.

    Discord Voice – Soundboard Audio

    Xbox players who have joined Discord Voice will now be able to hear soundboard audio from others in the channel or call. A mute button for soundboard audio can be found in the Discord Voice options in the Guide. At this time, you cannot trigger soundboard audio from the console.

    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:

    Capture & Share

    • Fixed an issue where pressing the share button would not always capture a screenshot as expected.

    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.

    Capture & Share

    • We have received reports of unexpected behavior when viewing HDR screenshots in the Captures app, and we are investigating.

    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.

    What Happens to Your Feedback

    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!

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox setzt Bemühungen fort, die Reichweite von Indie-Games auszudehnen

    Xbox setzt Bemühungen fort, die Reichweite von Indie-Games auszudehnen

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    Die GDC bietet jedes Jahr eine wunderbare Gelegenheit, zahlreiche Entwickler*innen zu treffen und sich mit ihnen über die Entwicklungen bei ID@Xbox auszutauschen.

    2024 haben die Spieler*innen einen rasanten Start hingelegt: Gemessen an der Spielzeit verzeichnete Xbox im vergangenen Januar den erfolgreichsten Monat aller Zeiten auf der Konsole – auch dank Pocket Pair, Mitglied des ID@Xbox-Programms, dessen Xbox Game Preview-Titel Palworld bis jetzt mehr als 10.000.000 Spieler*innen auf Xbox begeistert.

    Mehr als 3.500 Titel von unabhängigen Publishern aus mehr als hundert Ländern wurden über das ID@Xbox-Programm aktiv für Xbox und Windows entwickelt. Wir arbeiten kontinuierlich daran, diesen Entwickler*innen zu helfen, ein größeres Publikum zu erreichen und gleichzeitig den Spieler*innen die besten neuen Titel anzubieten. Unser neues offenes Pitch-Portal und unser Indie Selects-Programm sind zwei Wege, wie wir neue Möglichkeiten für Entwickler*innen und Spieler*innen gleichermaßen erschließen. 

    Letztes Jahr haben wir angekündigt, dass wir ein offenes Pitch-Portal für Mitglieder des ID@Xbox-Programms einrichten werden, damit sie ihre Spiele für den Game Pass und unser Developer Acceleration Program vorschlagen können. Seit dem Start des Portals im August, haben Hunderte von Studios das Angebot genutzt und ihre Spiele eingereicht. Obwohl wir Deals nicht öffentlich bekannt geben, bevor sie finalisiert sind, können wir sagen, dass dieser transparentere und öffentlichere Prozess ein großer Schritt nach vorne war. So können wir sicherstellen, dass Xbox-Kurator*innen im Game Pass und über andere Programme Zugang zu einer breiten Palette von Spielen haben, um den Spieler*innen weiterhin die besten Optionen zu bieten. Auch wenn wir uns freuen, diese Woche auf der Game Developer’s Conference alte und neue Freund*innen aus verschiedenen Studios zu treffen, ist eine Reise nach San Francisco (oder sonst wohin), um Xbox-Verantwortliche persönlich zu treffen, keine Voraussetzung mehr, um ein Spiel für einen Deal in Betracht zu ziehen.

    Außerdem haben wir im Januar dieses Jahres nach intensiver Arbeit unserer fantastischen Marketing- und Store-Teams den Bereich Indie Selects im Xbox Store eingeführt! Dieser Bereich erinnert an die alten Zeiten von Xbox Live Arcade mit handverlesenen Sammlungen großartiger Titel von unabhängigen Entwickler*innen, die auf Xbox erhältlich sind. Seit Februar zeichnen wir jeden Monat sechs Titel mit dem Indie Selects Award aus.

    Ich persönlich bin nicht der größte Fan von Awards − wir alle haben unsere eigenen Kriterien dafür, was ein großartiges Spiel ausmacht – und es ist mir immer ein wenig unangenehm, Gewinner*innen in einer Kategorie auszuwählen, vor allem, wenn es so viele großartige Spiele da draußen gibt. Aber Spiele sind mein Leben und meine Leidenschaft. Und eine unserer Herausforderungen bei der Entdeckung von Spielen ist es, Menschen zu helfen, die zwar Spiele lieben, sich aber nicht täglich (oder stündlich!) mit Spiele-News beschäftigen.

    Für sie sind die Indie Selects eine großartige Möglichkeit, schnell Spiele zu finden, die von einer Gruppe von Kurator*innen und Xbox-Mitarbeiter*innen empfohlen werden, die jeden Monat darüber abstimmen. Ich kann übrigens verraten, dass Phil Spencer sich freiwillig gemeldet hat, um im Abstimmungskomitee mitzuarbeiten! Diese Spiele sind großartig, aber natürlich gibt es auch viele andere fantastische Spiele, die nicht das Indie Selects-Label tragen, einschließlich der meisten Spiele im Xbox Game Pass. Die Marketingbemühungen, die wir mit dem Indie Selects-Programm gestartet haben, richten sich hauptsächlich an Spiele, die nicht im Game Pass enthalten sind.

    Der Game Pass bietet bereits einen großartigen Entdeckungsmodus (wenn Du ein Spiel siehst, das Dir gefallen könnte, lade es herunter!), und unsere Indie Selects sollen sicherstellen, dass die Leute die erstaunliche Vielfalt des gesamten Xbox-Katalogs wahrnehmen, nicht nur die im Game Pass.

    Und diese Vielfalt wird immer größer. Wir haben jetzt „Geschäftszeiten“ für Entwickler*innen rund um die Uhr auf der ganzen Welt, und die Arbeit des Teams zahlt sich aus: Mehr als hundert Titel aus Afrika, Indien und Südostasien befinden sich über das ID@Xbox-Programm in der Entwicklung für Xbox-Konsolen. Natürlich haben wir noch viel zu tun, um die Anzahl der Entwickler*innen in diesen Regionen zu erhöhen und andere Entwickler*innen zu unterstützen, die auf der Xbox unterrepräsentiert sind, unabhängig von ihrer geografischen Lage. Wir wollen, dass Xbox ein Ort ist, an dem sich alle beim Spielen und Entwickeln wohlfühlen.

    Das bedeutet nicht, dass jedes Spiel für jede und jeden geeignet ist. In den kommenden Monaten und Jahren liegt eine unserer größten Herausforderungen und spannendsten Aufgaben darin, die Entdeckung von Spielen zu verbessern − damit Spieler*innen ihre nächsten Lieblingsspiele finden und Entwickler*innen großartiger Spiele ihr Publikum finden können, egal wo auf der Welt sie leben. Spiele sind nach wie vor ein von Blockbustern getriebenes Geschäft, aber wir glauben an eine Zukunft, in der jedes Spiel eine realistische Chance hat, vor seinem Zielpublikum eine kommerzielle Wirkung zu erzielen. Das ist entscheidend für unsere Vision, den Spieler*innen eine möglichst große Bandbreite an Spielen zu bieten und den Entwickler*innen eine nachhaltige Zukunft zu ermöglichen, in der sie uns noch jahrelang unterhalten können. Und nach dem, was wir bisher gesehen haben, sind wir unglaublich optimistisch in Bezug auf die Zukunft von Spielen und Entwickler*innen auf der Xbox.

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Xbox App [2403.1001.2.0] & Game Bar for Windows [7.124.3181.0]

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Xbox App [2403.1001.2.0] & Game Bar for Windows [7.124.3181.0]

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    Hey Xbox Insiders! We are releasing a new Xbox App and Game Bar app for Windows builds 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, Gaming Services and Game Bar to ensure you get all of the fixes!

    Versions of PC Gaming prerelease products:

    Xbox App version: 2403.1001.2.0

    • Released: 4:00 p.m. PT – Mar 19th 2024

    Game Bar version: 7.124.3181.0

    • Released: 4:00 p.m. PT – Mar 19th 2024

    Xbox App Bug Fixes:

    • Various performance and stability fixes.

    How to Get Xbox Insider Support

    Don’t forget! If you encounter any issues, you can leave feedback by navigating to the feedback option on your profile menu.

    You can also provide feedback, as well as interact with the community, on the Xbox Insiders Subreddit. Please be as specific as possible when providing feedback.

    When posting to the subreddit, please look through most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to threads with the same issue before posting a brand new one. This helps us support you the best we can!

    For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information!

    Thank you to everyone who participates in the Xbox Insider Program! Your feedback helps us continue to build a great gaming experience in the Xbox app on PC. 

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Delta (2404.240314-2000)

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Delta (2404.240314-2000)

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    Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Delta 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!

    Xbox Insider Release Notes

    System Update Details

    • OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN\25398.4026.240314-2000
    • Available: 4 p.m. PT – March 19, 2024
    • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 20, 2024

    New Features and Experiences

    We have exciting news! Delta 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.

    Discord Voice – Soundboard Audio

    Xbox players who have joined Discord Voice will now be able to hear soundboard audio from others in the channel or call. A mute button for soundboard audio can be found in the Discord Voice options in the Guide. At this time, you cannot trigger soundboard audio from the console.

    Microsoft Store – Improved Search

    Today, a new search experience enhanced by AI is available to a random selection of players. This experience provides improved results and greater flexibility, allowing you to search for any feature or criteria you can imagine, including concepts like “cozy games” or “arcade racers.” To get started, launch the Microsoft Store, and try searching for something new!

    We want your feedback on this new experience! If you notice anything unexpected or see results that are not quite what you were looking for, please let us know by filing feedback with Report a Problem.

    • Note: In the new experience, you’ll see a “New” tip just below the search bar.

    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.

    Parties

    • Fixes to address an issue where no members would be listed when attempting to invite club members to a party.

    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.

    What Happens to Your Feedback

    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!

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Beta (2404.240314-2000)

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Beta (2404.240314-2000)

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    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!

    Xbox Insider Release Notes

    System Update Details

    • OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN\25398.4026.240314-2000
    • Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 19, 2024
    • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 20, 2024

    New Features and Experiences

    We have exciting news! Beta users can expect something new coming to their Xbox Update Preview.

    Discord Voice – Soundboard Audio

    Xbox players who have joined Discord Voice will now be able to hear soundboard audio from others in the channel or call. A mute button for soundboard audio can be found in the Discord Voice options in the Guide. At this time, you cannot trigger soundboard audio from the console.

    Microsoft Store – Improved Search

    Today, a new search experience enhanced by AI is available to a random selection of players. This experience provides improved results and greater flexibility, allowing you to search for any feature or criteria you can imagine, including concepts like “cozy games” or “arcade racers.” To get started, launch the Microsoft Store, and try searching for something new!

    We want your feedback on this new experience! If you notice anything unexpected or see results that are not quite what you were looking for, please let us know by filing feedback with Report a Problem.

    • Note: In the new experience, you’ll see a “New” tip just below the search bar.

    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.

    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.

    What Happens to Your Feedback

    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!

    Website: LINK

  • How Xbox Continues to Help Independent Developers Reach More Players

    How Xbox Continues to Help Independent Developers Reach More Players

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    Greetings from GDC 2024 – every year we use this show as a way to meet tons of developers and as a convenient check in to talk about the goings on at ID@Xbox.  

    2024 got off to a fast start with players this year — Xbox had its biggest month ever on console this past January, measured by play time (including ID@Xbox program member Pocket Pair, whose Xbox Game Preview title, Palworld, has more than 10,000,000 players on Xbox so far!). 

    With more than 3500 titles from independent developers in more than 100 countries in active development for Xbox and Windows via the ID@Xbox program, we’re always working to help independent developers reach more players, and for players to find the best new games. Our new open pitch portal and our Indie Selects program are two ways in which we‘ve unlocked new opportunities for creators and players alike.  

    Last year, we mentioned that we’d be launching an open pitch portal for members of the ID@Xbox program to pitch their games for deal consideration for Game Pass and our Developer Acceleration Program. I’m happy to say that since the portal launched in August, we’ve had hundreds of studios use the portal to submit games for consideration.

    While we don’t publicly talk about our deals before they’re announced, we can say that opening up this process more transparently and publicly has been a huge step forward, to ensure the curators at Xbox across Game Pass and other programs get access to the broadest variety of games to consider, so we can keep bringing players the best selection of games on Earth. While we’re incredibly excited to meet old and new friends from development studios this week at the Game Developer’s Conference, travelling to San Francisco (or anywhere) to meet Xbox staff in person shouldn’t be a pre-requisite to get a game in consideration for a deal — and I am happy to say that it no longer is.  

    Second, this January, after an enormous amount of work from our amazing marketing and store teams, we launched the Indie Selects section of the Xbox Store! This section of the store harkens back to the olden days of Xbox Live Arcade with hand-curated collections of great titles from independent developers available on Xbox. In February, we began awarding six titles a month with an Indie Selects designation / award as well. 

    Although I’m not personally the biggest fan of awards – we all have our own criteria for what makes a great game – so I’m always a little uncomfortable trying to pick winners in any category, especially where there are so many great games out there. However, I also live and breathe games. One of our discovery challenges is helping folks who love games, but don’t immerse themselves in gaming news on a daily (or hourly!) basis. For them, the Indie Selects designation is a great way to help them quickly find games that are endorsed by a group of curators and staff at Xbox who vote on them each month. (I can also share that Phil Spencer volunteered to serve on the voting committee!) These are all awesome games, but of course, there are a great many awesome games that won’t have the Indie Selects designation as well.That includes most games that launch with Xbox Game Pass. The marketing efforts we’ve started with the Indie Selects program are predominantly for games that are not in Game Pass.  

    Game Pass already provides an amazing discovery mechanism (if you see a game you think you might like… download it!), and our Indie Selects efforts are there to ensure that folks see the amazing breadth and depth of the whole catalog on Xbox, not just Game Pass. 

    And that depth and breadth just keeps getting bigger. We now have “business hours” coverage for developers 24/7 around the world, and the team’s work is paying off, with more than 100 titles in development for Xbox consoles via the ID@Xbox Program from Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. Of course, we have a lot of work to do to grow and help the developer base in these areas, and from other developers who are under-represented on Xbox wherever they are geographically. We want Xbox to be a place where everyone feels comfortable playing and developing.  

    Of course that doesn’t mean every game will be for every person, and that’s where some of our most challenging, and exciting work will be in the months and years to come – enhancing discovery so that we can help players find their next favorite games, and so we can help developers of great games find their audience wherever they live around the globe. Games remain a hit driven business, but we believe in a future where every game has a reasonable shot in front of its intended audience to make a critical and commercial impact. This is crucial to our dual vision to bring players the widest and deepest array of games to play, and to enable developers to have a sustainable future creating and entertaining us for years to come. And from what we’ve seen coming, we’re incredibly optimistic about the future of games and developers on Xbox. 

    Website: LINK

  • Dive In and Discover the World of Free-To-Play on Xbox

    Dive In and Discover the World of Free-To-Play on Xbox

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    Xbox is your home for free-to-play action! Dive into the week-long celebration of the amazing free-to-play games on Xbox from March 19 to March 25 in Free-To-Play Frenzy to explore new worlds, embark on epic quests, battle with millions of other players online and enjoy great discounts and special Perks* offers. Whether you want to battle royale with your friends, explore distant galaxies, or unleash your creativity, there’s a free-to-play game that suits your mood and style on Xbox.   

    Enhance your gameplay with great discounts and special Perks offers*. Xbox’s Free-to-Play Frenzy Sale is here with up to 65% off add-ons on some of your favorites such as Brawlhalla – All Legends Pack, Puzzle Quest 3 – Adventurer’s Goldenfire Pack, War Thunder – F4EJ Phantom II ADTW Pack.  Hurry, discounts end March 25!  

    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III Screenshot

    Immerse yourself in new adventures during Xbox Free-To-Play Frenzy as you discover new games and modes that will keep you entertained for hours. Join the fight in Call of Duty: Warzone, the free-to-play battle royale mode of the blockbuster franchise. Create, explore, and conquer in Roblox, the online platform that lets you create and play millions of games made by users around the world. Dive into Warframe, the sci-fi action RPG that lets you become a space ninja joining other players in co-op missions across the solar system. 

    Revisit favorite journeys for some familiar fun in your favorite free-to-play games on Xbox to enjoy fresh content, updates, and events. Experience the new Season of the Wish in Destiny 2, the free-to-play sci-fi shooter that offers new challenges and rewards. Transport to a vast sci-fi fantasy world in Phantasy Star Online 2 to embark on quests, explore planets, and fight enemies with other players. 

    From racing to role-playing, from adventure to simulation, you can find a game that matches your interests and imagination. Your imagination is the only boundary in The Finals; build your contestant with a wild combination of looks, abilities, accessories, and gadgets in the fast-paced, high-stakes game fight for fame to surprise your opponents in the arena to win the hearts of viewers.    

    Explore Free To Play Perks 

    Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can claim exclusive Perks for a variety of games, including Smite, Warframe, DC Universe Online, Hawked, Vigor, and Super Animal Royale. These Perks may include bonus loot, skins, and more to enhance your gameplay experience. Check the Perks gallery on your Xbox console or the Xbox app for details, or read the descriptions below to learn about specific offers for these games. 

    Smite
    Unlock true power with the Smite Netherbeasts Perk. This Perk contains the Gods Chaac, Cernunnos, and Cerberus, as well as their voice packs and emotes. Plus enjoy a 3-Day Account Booster! 

    Warframe 
    Enhance your Arsenal with valuable amenities like an Orokin Reactor and Orokin Catalyst, 3 Day Affinity and Credit Boosters, and more. Plus, bolster your look with the impressive Excalibur Immortal Skin! 

    Vigor 
    Become a harbinger of deadly news in the unforgiving Outlands. Gear up, grab the Airdrop, and prove that you can deliver! 

    DC Universe Online 
    Outshine and out style both friends and foes with this Tenth Metal Chroma Set to seriously level up your wardrobe game! Base game for DC Universe Online included with this Perk. 

    Hawked 
    Plunder Pack #1 contains:  – Radioactive Outfit – Green Wyvern Hoverboard – Noxious Weapon Pattern. These items are purely cosmetic and do not offer a competitive advantage. 

    Super Animal Royale 
    Take your animal apparel to the next level with the Super Animal Royale – Spring Perks Pack. Claw your way to the top of the food chain in style with this exclusive set of cosmetics. 

    Ready for endless fun? Xbox Free-To-Play Frenzy is your chance to discover the world of free-to-play on Xbox. Whether you want to immerse yourself in new adventures, revisit favorite journeys, or create your own stories, you can find a game that matches your mood. So grab your controller, press play, and get lost in the adventures of Free-To-Play Frenzy on Xbox. 

    *Perks offers vary by region and game. Check the Perks gallery on your Xbox console or the Xbox app for details. 

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Xbox App [2403.1000.51.0]

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Xbox App [2403.1000.51.0]

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    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, Gaming Services and Game Bar to ensure you get all of the fixes!

    Versions of PC Gaming prerelease products:

    Xbox App version: 2403.1000.51.0

    • Released: 5:00 p.m. PT – Mar 18th 2024

    Game Bar version: 7.124.3131.0

    • Released: 5:00 p.m. PT – Mar 15th 2024

    Xbox App Bug Fixes:

    • Various fixes to UI in Game Hubs.

    How to Get Xbox Insider Support

    Don’t forget! If you encounter any issues, you can leave feedback by navigating to the feedback option on your profile menu.

    You can also provide feedback, as well as interact with the community, on the Xbox Insiders Subreddit. Please be as specific as possible when providing feedback.

    When posting to the subreddit, please look through most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to threads with the same issue before posting a brand new one. This helps us support you the best we can!

    For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information!

    Thank you to everyone who participates in the Xbox Insider Program! Your feedback helps us continue to build a great gaming experience in the Xbox app on PC. 

    Website: LINK

  • Bald im Xbox Game Pass: Diablo IV, The Quarry, Ark: Survival Ascended und mehr

    Bald im Xbox Game Pass: Diablo IV, The Quarry, Ark: Survival Ascended und mehr

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    Heute reisen wir mit dem Game Pass einmal um die Welt und darüber hinaus: Evil West führt uns in den Wilden Westen, F1 23 auf Formel 1-Strecken in verschiedenen Kontinenten, Lightyear Frontier auf einen weit entfernten Planeten und Diablo IV sogar in die Hölle. Und das ist nur ein kleiner Vorgeschmack auf das, was Dich im Game Pass erwartet!

    Jetzt verfügbar

    Lightyear Frontier (Game Preview) (Cloud, PC, und Xbox Series X|S)
    Ab Tag eins im Game Pass erhältlich: Starte Deine interstellare Farm in diesem friedlichen Open-World-Farming-Abenteuer! Baue Deine nachhaltige Exo-Farm auf, züchte außerirdische Nutzpflanzen, passe Deinen Mech an und erkunde mit bis zu drei Freund*innen eine neue Welt voller Geheimnisse!  

    MLB The Show 24 (Cloud und Konsole)
    Ab Tag eins im Game Pass erhältlich: Schwing Deinen Baseballschläger, erlebe spielentscheidende Momente, werde zur Legende und verwirkliche Deine Baseballträume in MLB The Show 24.

    Bald verfügbar

    20. März – The Quarry (Cloud und Konsole)

    Als die Sonne in der letzten Nacht des Sommercamps untergeht, werden neun Teenager*innen in eine unvorhersehbare Nacht des Grauens gestürzt. Was könnte schlimmer sein als die blutüberströmten Einheimischen und die Kreaturen, die sie jagen? Die unvorstellbaren Entscheidungen, die Du treffen musst, um ihnen beim Überleben zu helfen.

    21. März – Evil West (Cloud, Konsole und PC)

    Eine dunkle Bedrohung wütet im Wilden Westen. Allein oder im Team kämpfst Du stilvoll in explosiven Kämpfen gegen blutrünstige Ungeheuer. Vernichte die Vampirhorden mit Deiner blitzschnellen Waffe und werde zum Superhelden des Wilden Westens.

    26. März – Terra Invicta (Game Preview) (PC)
    Von den Macher*innen von Long War: Eine außerirdische Invasion hat die Menschheit in sieben ideologische Fraktionen gespalten, von denen jede eine eigene Vision für die Zukunft hat. Führe die Fraktion Deiner Wahl an, um die Kontrolle über die Nationen der Erde zu erlangen, das Sonnensystem zu beherrschen und feindliche Flotten in taktischen Schlachten zu bekämpfen.

    28. März – Diablo IV  (Konsole und PC)
    Das Next Gen-Action-RPG kommt in den Game Pass: Kämpfe gegen das unendliche Böse und erlange unzählige Fähigkeiten, meistere albtraumhafte Dungeons und hol Dir legendäre Beute. Erlebe eine fesselnde Geschichte oder stürze Dich direkt in die Saison des Konstrukts  und entdecke eine neue Bedrohung, die tief unter dem Sand von Kehjistan lauert.

    28. März – Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged (Cloud, Konsole und PC)

    Setze Dich hinter das Steuer der coolsten Autos und Fahrzeuge aus dem Hot Wheels-Universum, darunter die neuen ATVs und Motorräder. Erkunde fünf neue Gebiete. Fahre so, wie es Dir gefällt mit neuen Mechanismen in spannenden Herausforderungen und verrückten Spielmodi!

    28. März – Open Roads (Cloud, Konsole und PC)
    Ab Tag eins im Game Pass erhältlich: Lang verschollene Familiengeheimnisse. Hinweise auf ein verstecktes Vermögen. Und noch ein weiter Weg, bevor die Nacht hereinbricht. Die Beziehung zwischen Tess Devine und ihrer Mutter war noch nie einfach, aber jetzt begeben sie sich auf eine gemeinsame Reise in die Vergangenheit, die sie nie vergessen werden.

    1. April – Ark: Survival Ascended (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S)
    Tauche ein in ein neues Dinosaurier-Survival-Erlebnis, denn Ark wurde mit der Unreal Engine 5 von Grund auf für die nächste Generation neu entwickelt! Bist Du bereit, einen Stamm zu gründen, hunderte von Dinosaurierarten und andere Urzeitkreaturen zu zähmen und zu züchten? Erforsche, bastle, baue und bahne Dir Deinen Weg an die Spitze der Nahrungskette! Deine neue Welt erwartet Dich!

    2. April – F1 23 (Cloud) EA Play
    EA Sports’ F1 23 wird mit Xbox Cloud Gaming über EA Play verfügbar sein. Teste Dein Fähigkeiten am Lenkrad, stelle Dein Traumteam zusammen und bremse als Letzter im offiziellen Videospiel zur FIA Formel-1-Weltmeisterschaft 2023. 

    2. April  – Superhot: Mind Control Delete (Cloud, Konsole und PC)

    Superhot: Mind Control Delete kehrt in die Game Pass-Bibliothek zurück! Die Zeit vergeht nur, wenn Du Dich bewegst. Superhot: Mind Control Delete gibt dir weitere Einblicke in die charakteristische Power-Fantasy-Welt von Superhot mit eine umfangreicheren Story, verbessertem Gameplay, mehr Action und mehr Waffen. Tanze (in Zeitlupe) auf dem Pakett der Zerstörung – noch länger als je zuvor. 

    Falls Du es verpasst hast

    Jetzt erhältlich – NBA 2K24 (Cloud und Konsole)
    Werde zur Basketball-Legende in NBA 2K24 – erlebe eine Sammlung kompetitiver Spielmodi und tauche in eine einzigartige Sportsimulation ein. NBA 2K24 bietet eine Vielzahl spannender Spielmodi, die jetzt für alle Game Pass Ultimate-Mitglieder verfügbar sind. Wir sehen uns auf dem Spielfeld!

    DLC / Game Updates

    26. März – Fallout 76: America’s Playground

    Erlebe eine neue Fallout-Geschichte, die im verblassenden Glanz und Glamour von Atlantic City spielt. Bei dieser Rückkehr nach New Jersey arbeiten die Spieler*innen mit konkurrierenden lokalen Fraktionen zusammen, um es mit einer neuen Bedrohung aufzunehmen, die tief in den Pine Barrens von New Jersey lauert. 

    26. März – The Elder Scrolls Online: Scions of Ithelia DLC

    Im DLC Scions of Ithelia erwartet Dich ein neues, herausforderndes Dungeon-Crawling-Abenteuer. Hast Du das Zeug dazu, als Sieger*in hervorzugehen? Bezwinge beide Dungeons und schalte einzigartige Belohnungen frei: darunter neue Item-Sets, Sammlerstücke, Erfolge und vieles mehr. Game Pass-Mitglieder sparen 10 Prozent beim Kauf von Kronen, die im Crown Store für den DLC Scions of Ithelia eingelöst werden können.

    Xbox Game Pass Ultimate-Vorteile

    Jetzt verfügbar – Persona 3 Reload: Expansion Pass

    Tauche mit diesem Expansion Pass tiefer in die Welt von Persona 3 Reload ein und erhalte neue Inhalte wie Kostüme, Hintergrundmusik und erweiterte Story-Elemente. Erlebe neue rundenbasierte Rollenspiel-Features in Episode Aigis – The Answer und über 30 Stunden zusätzliches Gameplay in dieser Neuinterpretation des genreprägenden RPGs! Dieser Vorteil erfordert Persona 3 Reload, das jetzt im Game Pass Ultimate erhältlich ist.

    Jetzt verfügbar – Super Animal Royale Spring Perks Pack
    Bringe Deine Tierausstattung auf die nächste Stufe mit dem Super Animal Royale – Spring Perks Pack. Mit diesem exklusiven Set an Cosmetics kletterst Du in diesem Top-Down-2D-Battle-Royale für bis zu 64 Spieler*innen stilvoll an die Spitze der Nahrungskette. Dieser Vorteils-Inhalt erfordert Super Animal Royale, das als Free-to-Play-Version erhältlich ist.

    Jetzt verfügbar – Smite Netherbeasts Perk

    Spiele das brandneue Netherbeasts-Event im beliebten Action-MOBA Smite. Schalte die Göttinnen und Götter Chaac, Cernunnos und Cerberus frei und erhalte ihre Voice Packs und Emotes. Außerdem bekommst Du einen 3-Tages-Booster für Dein Konto! Für diesen Vorteils-Inhalt wird Smite benötigt, das kostenlos erhältlich ist.

    Diese Spiel verlassen den Game Pass am 31. März

    Folgende Spiele werden bald aus der Game Pass Bibliothek verschwinden. Schenke ihnen noch ein wenig Aufmerksamkeit, bevor sie den Game Pass verlassen, oder nutze Deinen Mitgliedsrabatt von 20 Prozent für Deinen Kauf, um sie in Deiner Bibliothek zu behalten!

    • Hot Wheels Unleashed (Cloud, Konsole und PC)
    • Infinite Guitars (Cloud, Konsole und PC)
    • MLB The Show 23 (Cloud und Konsole)

    Lass uns wissen, in welchen Spielen Du demnächst die Rangliste anführst, auf @Xbox, @XboxGamePass oder @XboxGamePassPC. Bis zum nächsten Mal! 

    Website: LINK

  • Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Diablo IV, The Quarry, Ark: Survival Ascended, and More

    Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Diablo IV, The Quarry, Ark: Survival Ascended, and More

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    This “coming soon” announcement we’re going to many different places with Game Pass, including the Old West, the open road, the other roads meant for toy themed cars, and even going to hell. That’s just a small taste of where Game Pass is taking us, so let’s dive in!

    Available Today

    Lightyear Frontier (Game Preview) (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) 
    Available on day one with Game Pass: Start your interstellar homestead in this peaceful open-world farming adventure! Build your sustainable exofarm, grow alien crops, customize your mech, and explore a new world full of mystery with up to three friends!    

    MLB The Show 24 (Cloud and Console) 
    Available on day one with Game Pass: Swing for the fences, experience game-deciding moments, become a legend and live out your baseball dreams in MLB The Show 24. 

    Coming Soon

    The Quarry (Cloud and Console) – March 20 
    When the sun goes down on the last night of summer camp, nine teenage counselors are plunged into an unpredictable night of horror. The only thing worse than the blood-drenched locals and creatures hunting them are the unimaginable choices you must make to help them survive. 

    The Quarry Key Art

    Evil West (Cloud, Console, and PC) – March 21 
    A dark menace consumes the Old West. In solo or co-op, fight with style in visceral, explosive combat against bloodthirsty monstrosities. Eradicate the vampiric hordes with your lightning-fueled gauntlet and become a Wild West Superhero. 

    Terra Invicta (Game Preview) (PC) – March 26 
    From the creators of Long War, an alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat. 

    Diablo IV (Console and PC) – March 28 
    The next-gen action RPG experience is coming to Game Pass with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish dungeons, and legendary loot. Experience a gripping story or jump straight into Season of the Construct to unearth a new threat looming deep beneath the sands of Kehjistan. 

    Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged (Cloud, Console, and PC) – March 28 
    Get behind the wheel of the coolest cars and vehicles from the Hot Wheels universe, including the new ATVs and motorcycles. Explore 5 new stunning environments and race the way you want with new mechanics in exciting challenges and crazy game modes! 

    Open Roads (Cloud, Console, and PC) – March 28 
    Available on day one with Game Pass: Long-lost family secrets. Hints of a hidden fortune. And miles to go before they sleep. Tess Devine’s relationship with her mom has never been easy, but they’re about to set out together on a journey into the past that they’ll never forget. 

    Ark: Survival Ascended (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – April 1 
    Respawn into a new dinosaur survival experience as Ark is reimagined from the ground-up into the next-generation with Unreal Engine 5! Are you ready to form a tribe, tame and breed hundreds of species of dinosaurs and other primeval creatures, explore, craft, build, and fight your way to the top of the food-chain? Your new world awaits! 

    F1 23 (Cloud) EA Play – April 2 
    EA Sports’ F1 23 will be available with Xbox Cloud Gaming via EA Play. Test your driving talents, create your dream team, and be the last to brake in the official video game of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship.   

    Superhot: Mind Control Delete (Cloud, Console, and PC) – April 2  
    Making a return to the Game Pass library! Time moves only when you move. Superhot: Mind Control Delete gives you more insight into the signature power fantasy world of Superhot with more story, more signature gameplay, more action, more guns. Keep dancing the slow-motion ballet of destruction for so much longer than ever before.   

    In Case You Missed It

    NBA 2K24 (Cloud and Console) – Available now 
    Strive for greatness with NBA 2K24 – experience a collection of competitive game modes and immerse yourself in a sports simulation unlike any other. NBA 2K24 boasts a variety of exciting game modes, now available for all Ultimate Game Pass Subscribers. We’ll see you on the court! 

    NBA 2K24 Hero Image

    DLC / Game Updates

    Fallout 76: America’s Playground – March 26 
    Experience a new Fallout story set in the fading glitz and glam of Atlantic City. In this intrepid return visit to New Jersey, players will work together with competing local factions to take on a new threat lying in wait deep within the New Jersey Pine Barrens.   

    The Elder Scrolls Online: Scions of Ithelia DLC – March 26 
    A challenging new dungeon crawling adventure awaits in the Scions of Ithelia DLC. Do you have what it takes to emerge victorious? Conquer both dungeons to unlock unique rewards, including new item sets, collectibles, achievements, and more. Game Pass members can save 10% on their purchase of Crowns to use towards the Scions of Ithelia DLC in the Crown Store. 

    Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks

    Persona 3 Reload: Expansion Pass – Available now 
    Dive deeper into the world of Persona 3 Reload with this expansion pass featuring upcoming content including new costumes, background music, and extended story content. Play this role-playing turn based content in the expansion pass Episode Aigis -The Answer-, offering over 30 hours of additional gameplay in this reimagining of the genre-defining RPG! This Perk content requires Persona 3 Reload to use, available now with Game Pass Ultimate. 

    Super Animal Royale Spring Perks Pack – Available now 
    Take your animal apparel to the next level with the Super Animal Royale – Spring Perks Pack. Claw your way to the top of the food chain in style with this exclusive set of cosmetics in this 64-player, top-down 2D battle royale. This Perk content requires Super Animal Royale, available free-to-play. 

    Smite Netherbeasts Perk – Available now 
    Play the all new Netherbeasts Event in the popular action MOBA, Smite. Unlock the Gods, Voice Packs, Emotes for: Chaac, Cernunnos, and Cerberus. Plus enjoy a 3 Day Account Booster! This Perk content requires Smite to use, available free-to-play. 

    Leaving March 31

    The following games are leaving the Game Pass library soon, be sure to show them some love before they go or consider using your 20% membership discount on your purchase to keep them in your library! 

    • Hot Wheels Unleashed (Cloud, Console, and PC) 
    • Infinite Guitars (Cloud, Console, and PC) 
    • MLB The Show 23 (Cloud and Console) 

    Time for me to decide what my next Diablo IV build will be (spoiler alert it is probably going to be another necromancer). Let us know what you’re pushing the leaderboards with over at @Xbox,  @XboxGamePass or @XboxGamePassPC. See you next time!

    Website: LINK

  • Get To Know Our Team: Austin – Technical Program Manager (Hardware & Internal Flighting)

    Get To Know Our Team: Austin – Technical Program Manager (Hardware & Internal Flighting)

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    It might sound a little cheesy, but sometimes I think it’s forgotten that everyone here is super passionate and love Xbox just as much as our users. Like, just watching people work for the past seven-and-a-half years, I’ve seen so many incredible people working really hard to make things happen. If we were anywhere else, we probably wouldn’t have lasted half as long. We see the passion and investment that Xbox Insiders place in the program, and we put all that emotion into our work ourselves as well. So yeah, just wanted to remind everyone that the feeling is mutual.

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha (2404.240314-2000)

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha (2404.240314-2000)

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    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!

    Xbox Insider Release Notes

    System Update Details

    • OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN\25398.4026.240314-2000
    • Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 18, 2024
    • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 19, 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 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.

    What Happens to Your Feedback

    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!

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha Skip-Ahead (2408.240314-2200)

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha Skip-Ahead (2408.240314-2200)

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    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!

    Xbox Insider Release Notes

    System Update Details

    • OS Version: XB_FLT_2408GE\26082.1502.240314-2200
    • Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 18, 2024
    • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 19, 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:

    Parties

    • Fixes to address an issue where no members would be listed when attempting to invite club members to a party.

    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.

    What Happens to Your Feedback

    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!

    Website: LINK

  • Erschaffe eine neue Welt in Lightyear Frontier, ab dem 19. März erhältlich für Xbox Series X|S, PC und im Game Pass

    Erschaffe eine neue Welt in Lightyear Frontier, ab dem 19. März erhältlich für Xbox Series X|S, PC und im Game Pass

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    Zusammenfassung

    • Lightyear Frontier ist ab dem 19. März für Xbox Series X|S, PC und im Game Pass erhältlich
    • Errichte eine nachhaltige Exofarm in einer rätselhaften neuen Welt voller Geheimnisse
    • Kümmere Dich online mit bis zu drei Freund*innen um die Umwelt und rette den Planeten

    Erforsche einen fremden neuen Planeten, steuere und gestalte Deinen eigenen Mech-Anzug und arbeite online mit bis zu drei Freund*innen zusammen, um die Umwelt zu reinigen und nachhaltig zu gestalten − in Lightyear Frontier, das ab dem 19. März im Early Access für Xbox Series X|S, PC und im Game Pass erhältlich ist.

    Lightyear Frontier schlägt eine neue Richtung im Farming-Sim-Genre ein und schickt die Spieler*innen in ferne Galaxien auf einen wunderschönen Planeten. Hier geht es nicht um Zerstörung und Eroberung, sondern darum, eine lebenswerte Heimat für Dich und Deine Freund*innen zu erschaffen und zu erhalten. Setze Dich in Deinen Mech und lebe im Einklang mit der wunderbaren Natur, während Du aktiv dazu beiträgst, die natürliche Schönheit des Planeten wiederherzustellen.

    Finde den Mech, rette die Welt

    Während viele Games die Spieler*innen in fremde Welten einladen, um Monster zu bekämpfen oder das Universum vor einer intergalaktischen Bedrohung zu retten, liefert Lightyear Frontier frische Ideen. Anstatt zu zerstören, arbeiten die Spieler*innen daran, dieses vergessene Land zu kultivieren und ihre Beziehung zum Ökosystem zu verbessern. Gleichzeitig erschaffen sie eine nachhaltige und gesunde Umwelt für sich selbst und alle wilden Tiere, die den Planeten durchstreifen.

    Die Umweltverschmutzungen haben die Welt übernommen und verursachen Gefahren und Herausforderungen, die die Spieler*innen bewältigen müssen. Mit Deinem treuen Mech liegt es an Dir und bis zu drei Deiner Freund*innen, diese Verschmutzungen zu beseitigen. Benutze dafür Dein Schlauchwerkzeug oder rüste Deinen treuen Schlauch auf, um schädliches Unkraut zu entfernen, neue Gebiete freizuschalten und die Vergangenheit dieser Welt aufzudecken.

    Wenn Du die Regionen des Planeten wiederherstellst, wird die Landschaft erblühen und einst karge Orte werden mit Gras, Pflanzen und wilden Tieren zum Leben erweckt. Die Spieler*innen können diese wunderschönen neuen Landschaften erkunden, um neue Materialien zu sammeln und das Gehöft ihrer Träume zu errichten.

    Gemeinsam arbeiten, gemeinsam leben

    Die Arbeit eines Exofarmers oder einer Exofarmerin kann ziemlich anstrengend sein. Deshalb ermöglichtLightyear Frontier bis zu vier Spieler*innen, gemeinsam online auf Entdeckungsreise zu gehen − dank Crossplay! Mach Dich mit Deinen Freund*innen auf den Weg, um nicht nur eine Beziehung zum Ökosystem aufzubauen, sondern auch einen nachhaltigen Lebensraum zu schaffen − nicht nur für Dich, sondern auch für die Pflanzen und Tiere, die in den verschiedenen Regionen leben.

    Finde Materialien und erschaffe eine Traum-Exofarm für Dich und Deine Freund*innen. Jeder von Euch steuert seinen eigenen anpassbaren Mech und hilft dabei, eine vollwertige, retro-futuristische Farm zu bauen. Sammelt gemeinsam neue Materialien und arbeitet als Team zusammen, um Euren Lebensraum weiter auszubauen und neue Upgrades freizuschalten, die Euch bei der Rettung des Planeten helfen.

    Arbeitet gemeinsam daran, Feldfrüchte anzubauen und zu ernten, oder teilt die täglichen Aufgaben auf eurer Farm als Team auf, um die Arbeit effizienter zu gestalten. Während einige Spieler*innen neue Samen pflanzen, kümmern sich andere um die Bewässerung der Pflanzen, während der Rest Deines Teams auf Expeditionen nach neuen Ressourcen sucht, die Dir bei Deiner Mission helfen, eine nachhaltige Welt zu erschaffen.

    Geben und nehmen

    In anderen Farming-Simulationen nehmen die Spieler*innen üblicherweise nur, ohne etwas zurückzugeben. Anders ist es jedoch bei Lightyear Frontier, wo es darum geht, die Welt zu pflegen und am Leben zu erhalten. Nutze die Ressourcen des Landes für Deine Reise, aber fülle gleichzeitig diese Vorräte wieder auf, damit der Planet sich selbst versorgen kann.

    Wenn Du einen Baum fällst, trägst Du zum Erhalt des Planeten bei, indem Du neue Bäume pflanzt. Das Anpflanzen von Bäumen in der Nähe Deiner Farm erleichtert sogar zukünftige Zusammenkünfte Deiner Gruppe. Zahlreiche einzigartige Interaktionen warten darauf, entdeckt zu werden – sei es das Füttern von Tieren, um die Vorräte schneller aufzufüllen, oder das Entdecken von Aluminiumvorkommen, die Dir und Deinen Freund*innen beim Farmbau helfen.

    In einigen Regionen des Planeten leidet die Umwelt unter ungewöhnlicher Verschmutzung. Nutze die zusätzliche Mech-Power Deiner Freund*innen, um eine violetten Masse, die die Umwelt verschmutzt, schnell zu eliminieren und erreiche so Euer gemeinsames Ziel, den Planeten zu reformieren. Lightyear Frontier funktioniert nicht nur als Solo-Erlebnis, sondern entfaltet sein volles Potenzial, wenn Du Dich gemeinsam mit Freund*innen auf das Abenteuer begibst.

    Die Reise hat gerade erst begonnen

    Die Early Access-Veröffentlichung von Lightyear Frontier für Xbox Series X|S, PC und im Xbox Game Pass ist erst der Anfang. Neue Updates, neue Geheimnisse und neue Möglichkeiten, mit der Welt zu interagieren, sorgen dafür, dass Du immer wieder zurückkehrst. Die Rettung des Planeten ist nur der erste Schritt auf Deiner Reise.

    Website: LINK

  • Nurture A Brave New World in Lightyear Frontier, Coming to Xbox Game Pass on March 19

    Nurture A Brave New World in Lightyear Frontier, Coming to Xbox Game Pass on March 19

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    Summary

    • Create a sustainable exofarm on a mysterious new world, filled with mysteries to uncover
    • Join up to three friends online and work together to clean up the planet by taking care of the environment
    • Lightyear Frontier launches into Early Access for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and via Game Pass March 19

    Explore a strange new planet, pilot and customize your very own mech suit and work with up to three friends online to clean up and create a sustainable environment in Lightyear Frontier, out in Early Access March 19 on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and via Game Pass.

    Take a new direction in the farming-sim genre, as Lightyear Frontier sends players beyond the stars to a beautiful planet, where the goal is not to destroy or conquer but to nurture and cultivate a homestead for you and your friends. Embark in your mech and live in harmony with the world’s wondrous nature, as you help restore the planet to its natural beauty.

    Find The Mech, Save The World

    Where many games invite players to alien worlds to battle waves of monsters or save the universe from an intergalactic threat, Lightyear Frontier brings fresh ideas to the table. Instead of embarking on a path of destruction, players will work to help cultivate this forgotten land, managing their relationship with the ecosystem as they create a sustainable, healthy environment for themselves and all the wildlife that roams the planet.

    Pollution has taken over the world, causing environmental hazards and challenges for players to overcome. With your trusty mech, it’s up to you and up to three of your friends to clean up the hazards that have soiled this world. Use your hose tool to power wash devastating pollution or equip your trusty hose to clean up noxious weeds to unlock new areas and uncover the past of this world.

    By restoring regions of the planet, the landscape will blossom with vegetation, as once barren locations return to life with grass, plants and wildlife. Players can explore these beautiful new vistas to secure new materials and build the farmstead of their dreams, giving you an extra incentive to bring the planet back to its former glory.

    Work Together, Live Together

    All this work can be tough for one exofarmer, which is why Lightyear Frontier allows up to four players to explore together online, with full cross play. Journey out with your friends to help manage your relationship with the ecosystem and create a sustainable, living space for not only you but the plants and wildlife that inhabit each region.

    Using the materials you find, create the dream exofarm for you and your friends, as you each pilot your very own customisable mech to help build a fully-fledged, retro-futuristic farm space. As you all gather new materials, you can perform as a team to build your living space further and unlock new upgrades to help in your journey of saving the planet.

    Work together to cultivate and harvest crops, or even assign daily duties on your farm as a group to help jobs pass with ease. Have one player plant new seeds whilst the other waters crops, and even send the rest of your team out on expeditions to excavate new resources to aid in your mission to create a sustainable world.

    Give Back What You Take

    While other farming simulation games will have you take from the world and not give back, Lightyear Frontier promotes keeping the world nurtured and alive. As you harvest resources from the land to aid your journey be sure to keep replenishing the supply to ensure the planet can remain self-sufficient.

    For every tree you cut down, help nurture the planet by replanting what you’ve taken. You can even plant trees much closer to your farmstead to make future gatherings easier for your group. There are many unique interactions to uncover, including feeding animals to help replenish supplies faster, such as aluminium deposits to help build you and your friend’s farm.

    With the peculiar pollution overtaking regions of the planet, you can also use the additional mech power of your friends to quickly hose down purple goo damaging the environment and achieve your goal together of reforming the planet. Lightyear Frontier not only works as a solo experience of keeping the planet green but is even better when you tackle the adventure together with your friends.

    The Journey Is Just Beginning

    The Early Access release of Lightyear Frontier on Xbox Series X|S and PC is only the beginning. As development continues toward the game’s full launch, new updates, unfurling mysteries and ways to interact with the world will keep you coming back for more. Nurturing the planet is only the first step in your journey, with many new adventures on the horizon.

    Lightyear Frontier (Game Preview) Pre-Order Bundle
    Xbox Live

    Lightyear Frontier (Game Preview) Pre-Order Bundle

    FRAME BREAK, Amplifier Studios

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 7

    ★★★★★

    $24.99 $22.49

    This game is a work in progress. It may or may not change over time or release as a final product. Purchase only if you are comfortable with the current state of the unfinished game. Start your interstellar homestead in this peaceful open-world farming adventure!
    Build your sustainable exofarm, grow alien crops, customize your mech, and explore a new world full of mystery with up to three friends! RELAX ON A PEACEFUL WORLD
    Live the quiet life as you take in the sights and sounds of your new home. Enjoy a low-stress, combat-free experience without the need to manage things like thirst and hunger. Just focus on farming, exploration, and discovery! Relax to a chill, atmospheric cosmic country soundtrack PILOT AND UPGRADE YOUR MECH
    Farm, build, and explore in a customizable mech! Choose from an array of tools, unlock new upgrades, and personalize your mech with an assortment of paint choices and mech parts. TAKE CARE OF YOUR ENVIRONMENT
    Carefully manage your relationship with the ecosystem, restoring the surrounding regions by cleaning up the mysterious pollution, clearing out invasive weeds, and mitigating the effects of hazards. Plant new trees to replace the ones you harvest, and ensure a sustainable homestead! PLANT, GROW, HARVEST
    Get your new life started by sowing a diverse harvest! Collect seeds of numerous plants as you explore the planet, growing them into fully-fledged harvests. Care for your fields by watering them consistently while enhancing their growth with fertilizer. Trade the harvested crops for credits or turn them into materials for buildings and upgrades. CREATE YOUR NEW HOME
    Create the exofarm of your dreams as you turn resources into buildings! Grow your presence as you expand your homestead from basic structures to a fully-fledged, retro-futuristic farm. Make your place your own with alternative color palettes and decorations. EXPLORE A PLANET WITH A PAST
    Venture out into the wilderness to discover this new world’s ancient secrets. Team up with your friendly scanner satellite to decipher clues spread across the planet’s varied environments and uncover lost knowledge. FARM AND EXPLORE ALONE OR AS A GROUP
    While your mech can handle anything the world throws at you, feel free to invite up to three friends to join you on this journey of settling and exploration! Pool your resources to create the perfect exofarm, and share the rewarding feeling of a good harvest with your pals!

    Website: LINK

  • Xbox Insider Release Notes – Xbox App [2403.1000.48.0]

    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Xbox App [2403.1000.48.0]

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    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: 2403.1000.48.0

    • Released: 5:00 p.m. PT – Mar 15th 2024

    Game Bar version: 7.124.3131.0

    • Released: 5:00 p.m. PT – Mar 15th 2024

    Xbox App Bug Fixes:

    • Fixed an issue where installed games might show “Install Now” messaging in Store.
    • Various fixes to UI/navigation in My Library.

    How to Get Xbox Insider Support

    Don’t forget! If you encounter any issues, you can leave feedback by navigating to the feedback option on your profile menu.

    You can also provide feedback, as well as interact with the community, on the Xbox Insiders Subreddit. Please be as specific as possible when providing feedback.

    When posting to the subreddit, please look through most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to threads with the same issue before posting a brand new one. This helps us support you the best we can!

    For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information!

    Thank you to everyone who participates in the Xbox Insider Program! Your feedback helps us continue to build a great gaming experience in the Xbox app on PC. 

    Website: LINK

  • Stolen Realm Brings a New Twist on Baldur’s Gate 3-Style Combat to Xbox

    Stolen Realm Brings a New Twist on Baldur’s Gate 3-Style Combat to Xbox

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    • A step beyond scratching the Baldur’s Gate 3 itch.
    • Synchronous turn-system.
    • Fast-paced tactical co-op combat.

    Stolen Realm is a game that’s been partly inspired by the work of Larian Studios, via the fantastic Divinity: Original Sin games, so while we’ve been finishing up Stolen Realm over the last few months, it’s been fantastic to see Baldur’s Gate 3 explode and show there is a huge appetite for games like ours. If you’re one of those Xbox fans looking for a new game to scratch that Baldur’s Gate 3 itch, we hope Stolen Realm will do that for you. However, we also want to tell you about the unique twists our game has that helps speed up combat, keeps you making fun choices and makes it perfect for co-op.

    Stolen Realm has a synchronous turn system.  This means that all the players on your team can all take their turns at the same time, the enemies likewise. With this system, our game offers the same kind of tactical combat you’d expect from the likes of Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sun, but with combat encounters that move at a far quicker pace. This means that when you’re playing co-op with your friends, there’s no waiting around for your turn while your buddy ponders his next move. You’ll be onto the next step of your adventure in no time, so you can spend less time waiting and more time having friendly argument about whether you should go for another combat encounter, a special event, or some treasure as you move through our games diverse fantasy environments. 

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    Speaking of co-op, we’ve built a really flexible six-player drop-in/drop-out system that means it’s super easy to see your friends playing on Xbox Live, jump in for a few rounds and then leave again. The game automatically balances itself based on how many people are playing, so the game will simply adapt the experience to make sure that you’re coming up against the right level of challenge based on how many of you are playing together at any given moment. Friction-free multiplayer is something Xbox has always been good at, so we think Stolen Realm fits in perfectly in that respect!

    Our approach to combat is something that we’ve tried to implement across the whole game. We’ve designed Stolen Realm to be an RPG that focuses on the best part of RPGs: making choices. Whether it’s what move you will make next in combat, what skill you’re going to take next, what to do when a demon offers you a deal in one of our attribute-altering D&D style special events, or whether to switch out your armour and weapons based on what you’ve looted in your latest encounter. We’ve opened up those choices with a highly-flexible class system that lets you take abilities from any class-tree you wish (there are over 300 skills in the game), so you can make some really creative builds. We’ve also got over 700 unique items to discover, each of which can be customised with modifiers. These include the epicly-named Abbadon the Soul Crusher, a mace that raises slain enemies as skeletal warriors to fight for you and The Bloodletter, a cursed sword that grants additional power at the cost of your lifeblood, to give you a small taste of what you can discover! Basically, there’s a lot of fun ways your choices can impact your character and your adventure and Stolen Realm keeps you making those fun choices as often as possible.   

    SR axewwnahor

    When it comes to choice, we’ve also built a few of modes for you to choose from! Stolen Realm has a full campaign (with six difficulty levels), a hardcore mode for those who want to deal with permadeath, and even a roguelike mode. In roguelike mode, you gain a level after every battle and can choose from a set of random skills and items, making every run unique. Even if you fail, each run helps towards permanently unlocking new characters and passive skills for future runs.

    Myself and the team want to take the time to thank you for reading about our game, as well as our awesome community for the feedback that’s help make Stolen Realm a better game (and made us retain talking bears as a feature), as well streamers like Sacriel, Shroud, Anthony_Kongphan, Strippin, Sequisha, Fairlight_Excalibur and lots of others who we can’t mention because it would make this list too long, for singing the game’s praises and raising the profile of a debut game made by a tiny team. I hope our words about the game have made you eager to begin making your own choices and jump into Stolen Realm with your friends. Enjoy your adventure, available right now on Xbox!

    Stolen Realm
    Xbox Live

    Stolen Realm

    Burst2Flame Games

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 30

    ★★★★★

    $19.99

    TURN-BASED STRATEGY MEETS ACTION RPG IN THIS DUNGEON CRAWLING LOOTER Stolen Realm is a simultaneous turn-based tactical dungeon crawling looter with action RPG elements where you control up to 6 heroes, solo or through online co-op, venturing forth in adventures set in a high-fantasy, low-poly world. Stolen Realm features an innovative turn-based combat system where simultaneous turns allow every team to take their actions at once, creating quick combat encounters that blend the tactical depth of titles like Divinity: Original Sin with the thrill of a fast-paced action RPG. Every battle scales based on the number of players involved, so you can easily jump in and out of the game even in the same playthrough! With a highly customisable class system, Stolen Realm allows you to create traditional RPG classes or break the mold to forge a unique champion of your own as you draw from a pool of hundreds of possible skills. Make a spell-slinging assassin, a priest born of frost, or a shadow-infused knight. Further customize your build by earning and reforging loot that truly changes the way you play: wield Abbadon the Soul Crusher, a mythic mace that raises slain enemies as skeletal warriors to fight for you, or unsheath the Bloodletter, a cursed sword that grants additional power at the cost of your lifeblood. D&D-like events where attribute-based rolls will have permanent effects on your character add yet another layer to building a character that is truly your own. Anything is possible in this title that keeps compelling choices at the forefront of your experience. Keeping the core appeal of RPGs at its forefront, Stolen Realm ensures you spend all your time, fighting, building your characters and making compelling choices that determine your immediate path or effect your character, rather than getting bogged down in side quests and other RPG-bloat. After each battle, pick your path between story events, resource gathering, shops and treasure rooms, until you get to the final boss of each procedurally generated adventure. If you’re up to a challenge, crank the difficulty up with 6 different difficulty levels – or pick Hardcore Mode with permadeath, where every battle can be the last! Also features Roguelike Mode, a fast paced version of the game where you can mix and match builds that are simply not possible in the traditional campaign! Carve a place in history with your sword and magic. Rise to honor and glory in the battlefield. Recover the Stolen Realm.

    Website: LINK