#game-pass

#game-pass

Blue Prince is the highest-rated game of 2025 on Metacritic, praised for its innovative roguelike puzzle mechanics.

Game Pass remains a valuable service for Xbox owners, providing a diverse array of games despite a weaker lineup of exclusives.

Microsoft's "This Is An Xbox" ad campaign emphasizes access to Xbox games across various devices, not just the console.

January Game Pass line-up offers disappointing titles for Ultimate subscribers, raising concerns about subscription value amidst price hikes.

Xbox is overcoming its early struggles with new, unique game titles and a revitalized strategy.

Xbox Series X|S owners can find excellent deals on storage expansion cards, with prices significantly reduced.

WD Black C50 1TB Expansion Card is now $110, and a discount on 2TB models makes them $200.

The PS5 significantly outperformed the Xbox Series X in terms of exclusive titles and overall sales since their launch.

December 2024 features major game releases, including free-to-play titles and Game Pass offerings, creating excitement for gamers despite storage challenges.

Upcoming indie games ID@Xbox showcase includes 33 Immortals, Blue Prince, and Revenge of the Savage Planet, all launching on Game Pass on day one.

Game Pass is set to enhance its offerings with exciting indie titles alongside larger first-party games scheduled for 2025.

February 2025 marks a significant month for Xbox and Game Pass with the release of Avowed and new game additions.

Microsoft considered shutting down Xbox in 2021 but chose to pursue acquisitions to boost Game Pass instead.

Xbox Game Pass achieved record revenue this quarter, driven by strong performance from new game releases like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Avowed has received positive reviews but shows lower peak player counts compared to previous Obsidian titles.

Avowed, a first-person RPG by Obsidian, offers a rich narrative experience and diverse combat options, launching on PC Game Pass.

Microsoft's Xbox brand diversified in 2024, focusing on cross-platform gaming and enhancing its Game Pass service.

Alan Wake 2 can be played for free on Xbox this weekend without Game Pass, but time is limited to three hours.

Ninja Gaiden 4 set for fall release, co-developed by Team Ninja and Platinum Games, bringing new characters and signature combat.

Ninja Gaiden 2 remake available now on Game Pass, showcasing Unreal Engine 5 enhancements.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle offers ambitious gameplay, significant puzzles, and justifies the Game Pass subscription for Xbox players.

Microsoft is adding "Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled" to Game Pass on December 4, expanding its Activision game offerings.

Spyro the Dragon: Reignited Trilogy launches on Game Pass for console and PC on November 12, expanding Microsoft's nostalgic game offerings.

PC Game Pass members over 18 will start earning rewards on January 7, reflecting a shift in Microsoft's strategy to enhance the gaming experience.

Microsoft is expanding Game Pass with classic titles like Call of Duty: World at War and Singularity.

World at War is known for launching the Zombies mode in Call of Duty.

The addition of these titles aims to attract nostalgic gamers from previous console generations.

Microsoft is expanding the Xbox app on Windows to include nearly 400 previously unavailable PC games, enhancing accessibility and integration for gamers.

The Xbox Rewards program now allows PC Game Pass members to join Quests, expanding access to earning points for rewards.

Game Pass Quests are now available on PC, allowing users to earn rewards through gameplay.

Participants must be 18 or older to earn rewards through Quests.

Only games without third-party launchers count towards Quest progress.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is launching on Game Pass on Dec. 9, accompanied by a limited-time discount on subscriptions.

A new Indiana Jones video game, Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, is set for release in 2024.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has set a new record as the series' biggest release based on player engagement in its initial month.

Game Pass launch of Black Ops 6 boosted subscriptions but didn’t significantly cannibalize full-game sales.

PlayStation still remains dominant in full-game sales for Black Ops 6 despite Xbox popularity.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's debut on Game Pass has not negatively impacted its engagement or sales, according to analyst insights.