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Cat-Astrophy: How a Build Can Change Every Expedition
When I enter a new expedition in Cat-Astrophy, I don’t start with a fixed build that I have to repeat. I start with a question: what kind of Polo am I going to build this time? That idea is at the core of the module system, and it’s why two runs can take me down […] The post Cat-Astrophy: How a…
A Blade for the Innocent: Into the War-Torn Hutuo Region of Where Winds Meet on XBOX
As our anniversary theme region, Hutuo, prepares to go live on XBOX Series X|S, we couldn’t be more excited to give you a glimpse of what’s to come. On November 13, wanderers across the XBOX community will step into this active, mud-and-steel warzone, navigating the devastating fallout of a…
20 Years of Gears
It’s hard to believe that 20 years ago, Gears of War launched on XBOX 360 and introduced the world to Marcus Fenix, Dominic Santiago, and the genius of putting a chainsaw on a gun. Since then, a lot has happened. We’ve released new games, introduced new characters and enemies, and welcomed millions…
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for November 9 to 13
Welcome to Next Week on XBOX! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, XBOX on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in! Football…
Bundle Up With Two Beloved Classics, Now on EA Play
From garden chaos to cozy creations, two classics are on The Play List. Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted and MySims: Cozy Bundle are now on EA Play for XBOX! Members can fall back into beloved favorites with unlimited access. Game Pass Ultimate members can settle into sweater weather now with EA Play…
A Faster, Simpler XBOX Experience Is Coming to PC, Web and Cloud
Starting today, XBOX Insiders can try an updated XBOX PC app that launches up to 60% faster and makes it easier to find games, connect with friends, and play. We’re also bringing the refreshed XBOX web experience to more players and rolling out updates to XBOX cloud gaming apps on supported TVs and…
Free Play Days – PAYDAY 3, Anno 117, BALL x PIT, Deceive Inc, Age of Wonders 4, and More
Skip the safe picks – play something daring with Free Play Days! PAYDAY 3, Nowhere Prophet, BALL x PIT, Deceive Inc, and Age of Wonders 4 are available this weekend for XBOX Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members to play from Thursday November 5 until Sunday, November 8. IXION will have…
Hope in the City: Why This Detective Uses a Sketchbook Instead of a Badge
What if your greatest tool for solving the mystery of your parents’ disappearance wasn’t a badge, but a sketchbook? Launching November 11 on XBOX Series X|S, XBOX on PC, and Steam, and available day one with XBOX Game Pass, Hope in the City is a narrative mystery adventure where you play as Hope…
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: The Most Requested Update – New Game+, Rune Forge Update, New Resource, and More
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla’s The Most Requested Update is now live on XBOX Series X|S and XBOX One. This update brings several exciting new features to the game, giving you new ways to enjoy your Viking adventure. The Most Requested Update is centered around the addition of New Game+, one of the…
From Polish Museums to XBOX: Bringing the World of The End of the Sun to Life
Some of the quests in The End of the Sun began in an unusual way – with objects we discovered in small museums across Poland. Sometimes, an old tool or a fascinating piece of traditional craftsmanship inspired us so much that we decided to build part of the game’s story around it. When we first […]…
How The Challenge Shrine Will Change How you Play Halls of Torment
Hello, adventurers! The Lost Archives, the second DLC forHalls of Torment, is available now on XBOX! There’s also a large and free update for all players.From the swamps of our first DLC, the Boglands, we are marching into The Lost Archives, where cultists and forgotten knowledge await us. You’re a…
Preview Two New Ways to Play with XBOX Cloud Gaming
Starting today, we’re rolling out two previews for XBOX Cloud Gaming. On supported Smart TVs, you can use your phone as a controller when you don’t have one nearby. In the US, you can also preview cloud connect with the new XBOX Nano Controller. It uses Wi-Fi to connect directly to your cloud…
Indie Selects for November 2026: Survive and Thrive
Every Wednesday, dive into the Indie Select Hub — your gateway to a fresh, curated indie collection plus four themed spotlights that rotate weekly! You can always find this collection hub in the XBOX Store and on XBOX.com/IndieSelects. The holiday season is just around the corner, and the ID@XBOX…
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School – Become a Valedictorian with These Tips
For a certain kind of gamer, nothing lights them up more than the promise of a big space full of environmental puzzles. Puzzles can be tricky to make accessible, though, presenting a thin line sometimes between childishly easy and frustratingly difficult. Fortunately, Escape Academy 2: Back 2…
Corner Shop: NightShift How we Built Horror Around an Ordinary Life
When people think about psychological horror, they usually think about abandoned buildings, monsters, strange rituals, or someone being chased through a dark corridor. With Corner Shop: NightShift, I wanted to begin somewhere much more ordinary. A job. Adam Callahan works the night shift in a small…
Grand Theft Auto VI Pre-install Begins on November 10
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Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School, Thronefall, Warhammer Survivors, and More
November is officially here, and apparently your backlog is already getting longer. Between cracking puzzles, defending kingdoms, and braving battles, your gaming schedule is about to get a little crowded. So, let’s get right to the games! Available Today Football Manager 27 (PC)Game Pass Ultimate…
An Alligator Swallowed an XBOX Series X – You Can Win It
This November, XBOX is heading to Florida – home to incredible wildlife, unforgettable places, and every now and then, stories you have to see to believe. That felt like the right inspiration for a custom XBOX Series X unlike anything we’ve made before: the XBOX Series X-BITE. The idea is simple…
Call of Duty: Warzone Season 1 – Everything You Need to Know
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Celebrating 40 Years of Bethesda Game Studios
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