Xbox Series S limitations slammed following major release delay

For quite some time now, developers have raised concerns over the technical limitations of the Xbox Series S - and the latestBaldur’s Gate 3debacle has reignited that argument. Baldur’s Gate 3, the huge new RPG from Larian Studios, is out now onPCwith the PlayStation 5 version set to follow on 6 September. It’s also supposed to eventually arrive on Xbox, but this version has beendelayed due to ‘technical limitations’surrounding theXbox Series S....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 191 words · Isabel Ward

Xbox Series X gets massive price cut in time for Starfield

Are you ready forStarfield? Emotionally, I’m sure the answer is yes, but if you don’t already have a decent PC or an Xbox Series X/S to hand, you probably ought to think about sorting that out sooner rather than later if you want to play it on release day. Unless you want to stream it via the cloud on another device, of course. Unfortunately, for those who haven’t already bought anXbox Series X, this month, theypermanently became more expensivefor customers in the UK and most European countries....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 211 words · Rachel Lee

Xbox users can grab free store credit in new deal, technically

We all love free money, right? I mean, who wouldn’t love buying video game goodies at no additional cost?During the continued rise of digital media across video games,movies and TV, we can get instant access to the forms of entertainment that we love. Digital media also has the added benefit of sharing an account with family or close friends and in some cases, splitting the cost of a game saving a pretty penny....

August 4, 2023 · 8 min · 1498 words · Ryan Garcia

Xbox's new free game is impossible to put down, fans agree

There are hundreds offree gamesavailable onXbox Game Pass, with new titles being added all the time. It can be a little difficult, then, to keep up with what to play and what to avoid. Certainly, I know I spent a lot of time opening up the Game Pass library on myXbox Series X, only to scroll through the games without ever actually committing to something. Take a look at upcoming Xbox exclusiveStarfieldin action below!...

August 4, 2023 · 2 min · 252 words · Steven Murray

Young Spider-Man fan encourages black widow to bite him in attempt to get superpowers

An eight-year-old Spider-Man fan in Vichuloma, Bolivia reportedly encouraged a black widow spider to bite his hand in the hopes that he’d gain superpowers. Soon after that, the child’s body began to ache, and he began experiencing severe muscle contractures. Despite this, he refused to tell his parents what had happened until his conditioned worsened further. At this point, he wasrushed to hospital. Advert Advert Thankfully, he was okay - the doctors gave him an antidote serum....

August 4, 2023 · 2 min · 257 words · Caitlin Lopez

Assassin's Creed Jade may be blocked in certain countries

Assassin’s Creed fans in India could miss out on the upcoming Assassin’s Creed jade mobile game, following a potential ban.During last month’s Ubisoft showcase, severalAssassin’s Creedprojects were revealed. The developer currently has11 games in the pipelinefor the series, likeAssassin’s Creed Miragewhich releases later this year forXbox,PlayStationandPCplatforms. One of these titles isAssassin’s Creed Jade, an open-world mobile game that’ll transport the series to third-century BCE China.Take a look at the recent gameplay for Assassin’s Creed Mirage belowA closed beta for the title launched today for invited participants, and an open beta will follow shortly after prior to the official release....

August 3, 2023 · 6 min · 1167 words · Matthew Burns

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is already being attacked by fans

Sometimes there’s no pleasing the internet masses, and passionate communities rarely hesitate to let feelings be known, especially when it comes to Call of Duty. While it hasn’t been officially revealed yet, it’s one of the worst-kept secrets in recent months that this year will see the release ofCall of Duty: Modern Warfare III, a sequel to the reboot that that launched in 2019. Check out the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 reveal trailer below!...

August 3, 2023 · 2 min · 326 words · Stephen Yates

Cyberpunk 2077 prequel Cyberpunk Red: Combat Zone announced

ACyberpunk 2077prequel spin-off has been launched on Kickstarter, letting you bring the fight for power in Night City to your own home. Cyberpunk Red: Combat Zoneis an expansion to theCyberpunkRed series, and is currently accepting pledges on Kickstarter which will grant you one of the expansion packs as well as additional bonuses for dedicated backers. Take a look at the trailer for upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 DLC, Phantom Liberty, releasing later this year...

August 3, 2023 · 2 min · 292 words · Mr. John Harris

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty is playable early at Gamescom

Are you heading to Gamescom this year? Well, if you are, you’re in luck. You’ll be able to go hands-on with CD Projekt RED’s upcomingCyberpunk 2077expansionPhantom Liberty. Phantom Libertywas finally unveiled in full back at Summer Game Fest, with a confirmed release date of 26 September. We had the opportunity to play the expansion whichcompletes the RPG’s redemption. We said, “Phantom Libertyis shaping up to be the victory lap thatCyberpunk 2077deserves....

August 3, 2023 · 1 min · 162 words · Cassandra Benitez

Discord is finally letting Xbox players stream games

Here’s some good news for Xbox fans. Discord is now finally allowing Xbox players to stream their games to the service, a feature that was previously exclusively available to PC and mobile users. Discord is really stepping it up this year when it comes to adding highly requested features. Back in March, Discord integrationwas finally added to the PlayStation 5. Can you believe that it had been announced two years earlier?...

August 3, 2023 · 2 min · 239 words · Kathleen Hill

Disney's Hercules is available on Steam so I know what I'm doing this weekend

Anyone fancy having a delightfully nostalgic weekend? Disney’sHerculesis on Steam for a bargain price - and that sounds like the perfect way to while away a few relaxing hours. Disney’s latest release,Disney Illusion Island, was recently launched on Switch. Over on Steam, the game has a very positive review rating of 87%. One user wrote, “Omg, this game just blasted me through time. When I was in middle school, we used to play this game before computer classes started....

August 3, 2023 · 2 min · 242 words · Cassandra Garcia

Eldrimar is a brutal new first-person Dark Souls-inspired adventure

Ever wondered what Dark Souls would look like in first-person? Well,Eldrimaris almost exactly that, and you can play a demo of it right now.Eldrimaris a first-person RPG that blends action, adventure and survival gameplay into a dark fantasy setting. Players will become the main character Saron, who’s on a quest to save his people and land, while destroying any undead monsters that stand in his way.See the game for yourself below, with the full trailer forEldrimarIn-game areas are reportedly very large, and non-linear so you can explore and traverse them however you’d like....

August 3, 2023 · 6 min · 1116 words · Stacey Ortiz

EXP: War Trauma is a photorealistic horror game with major P.T. vibes

If you’re looking for a new atmospheric, photorealistic horror game to give you nightmares for the foreseeable future, look no further thanEXP: War Trauma. Refresh yourself on the nightmare fuel that isP.T.below. “You are completely helpless, your only weapon is your intelligence,” the game’s official synopsis reads. “Explore a mysterious and strange apartment, solve riddles, and most important of all, when the countdown starts, be quick. The full version of the game will feature scenarios from WWII with unique mechanics....

August 3, 2023 · 1 min · 187 words · Guy Burnett