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Diablo II: Resurrected Free Trial March 15 to 21

Posted: 15 Mar 2022 11:00 AM PDT

Try up to three hours of Diablo II: Resurrected free for a limited time.

Join the fight in this acclaimed action RPG, free for a limited time. Diablo II: Resurrected (and its expansion, Lord of Destruction) is here, and available for a free trial from March 15 to 21. After more than 20 years, Diablo II's epic gameplay and immersive storytelling have come to players on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Now, take up the sword and discover what darkness awaits.

For both veterans and new players, the world of Sanctuary has much to behold. Plunge into an epic story with fully remastered 3D graphics, audio, and brand-new cinematics; fighting the denizens of the Burning Hells as you quest east to uncover the fate of the Dark Wanderer.

Play Up to Three Hours

Download Diablo II: Resurrected during the Free Trial period, March 15 to 21, to immerse yourself in up to three hours of gameplay. Any progress made while exploring Sanctuary and conquering the many evils that lurk within will be carried over if you choose to proceed past the trial period and delve deeper into this story of darkness.

Play Today on the Xbox Store

Evil will not wait. So, your quest to protect Sanctuary may begin today! The Diablo II: Resurrected free trial is available now. For the full experience, visit the Xbox Store to add Diablo II: Resurrected to your collection (Xbox Live Gold is required to access multiplayer features).

If you want to learn more about Diablo II: Resurrected, check out our website here, or for real-time updates, follow our official Twitter @Diablo!

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Diablo® II: Resurrected™

Blizzard Entertainment

343
Free Trial
Diablo® II: Resurrected™ is the definitive remastering of Diablo® II and its Lord of Destruction® expansion—two hallmark entries in Blizzard Entertainment's genre-defining action role-playing series. Veteran players, as well as those who missed out when the original game was first released on PC twenty years ago, can now experience Diablo® II's timeless gameplay with modern visuals and audio that take advantage of today's gaming hardware. Ascend the Forgotten Tower, blaze a trail through the jungles of Kurast, and storm the gates of Hell to defeat Diablo himself. Then, scale the peak of Mount Arreat to face Baal, the Lord of Destruction, in Worldstone Keep. Seven of Sanctuary's greatest champions await at the iconic campfire screen—the Amazon, Assassin, Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Paladin, and Sorceress. Each is highly customizable with countless build and gear options for players to explore. Diablo® II: Resurrected can be played as a solo experience, or grab some friends and enjoy up to 8-player online multiplayer co-op. Then blow off some steam and claim a few ears by engaging in thrilling PvP duels outside of town. Try the game free for a limited time! From March 15th to 21st, players can download the Free Trial for up to three hours of gameplay.
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Diablo® Prime Evil Upgrade

Blizzard Entertainment

1012
$49.99
The Diablo® Prime Evil Upgrade is for existing owners of Diablo® III: Eternal Collection and includes: – Diablo® II: Resurrected™ game – Diablo® III: Hatred's Grasp Wings DLC – Diablo® III: Mephisto Pet DLC Fight the denizens of the Burning Hells in style and be the envy of your party wherever you go. Diablo® II: Resurrected™ is the definitive remastering of Diablo II and its Lord of Destruction® expansion—two hallmark entries in Blizzard Entertainment's genre-defining action role-playing series. Veteran players, as well as those who missed out when the original game was first released on PC twenty years ago, can now experience Diablo II's timeless gameplay with modern visuals and audio that take advantage of today's gaming hardware. Ascend the Forgotten Tower, blaze a trail through the jungles of Kurast, and storm the gates of Hell to defeat Diablo himself. Then, scale the peak of Mount Arreat to face Baal, the Lord of Destruction, in Worldstone Keep. Seven of Sanctuary's greatest champions await at the iconic campfire screen—the Amazon, Assassin, Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Paladin, and Sorceress. Each is highly customizable with countless build and gear options for players to explore. Diablo® II: Resurrected can be played as a solo experience, or grab some friends and enjoy up to 8-player online multiplayer co-op. Then blow off some steam and claim a few ears by engaging in thrilling PvP duels outside of town.
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Diablo® Prime Evil Collection

Blizzard Entertainment

1096
$59.99
The Diablo® Prime Evil Collection includes: – Diablo® III: Eternal Collection game – Diablo® II: Resurrected™ game – Diablo® III: Hatred's Grasp Wings DLC – Diablo® III: Mephisto Pet DLC Diablo® II: Resurrected™ is the definitive remastering of Diablo® II and its Lord of Destruction® expansion—two hallmark entries in Blizzard Entertainment's genre-defining action role-playing series. Veteran players, as well as those who missed out when the original game was first released on PC twenty years ago, can now experience Diablo® II's timeless gameplay with modern visuals and audio that take advantage of today's gaming hardware. Ascend the Forgotten Tower, blaze a trail through the jungles of Kurast, and storm the gates of Hell to defeat Diablo himself. Then, scale the peak of Mount Arreat to face Baal, the Lord of Destruction, in Worldstone Keep. Seven of Sanctuary's greatest champions await at the iconic campfire screen—the Amazon, Assassin, Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Paladin, and Sorceress. Each is highly customizable with countless build and gear options for players to explore. Diablo® II: Resurrected can be played as a solo experience, or grab some friends and enjoy up to 8-player online multiplayer co-op. Then blow off some steam and claim a few ears by engaging in thrilling PvP duels outside of town. Find your way back to New Tristram in Diablo® III: Eternal Collection, 20 years following the events in Diablo II: Resurrected. Return to where it all began and investigate rumors of a fallen star: the first sign of evil's rebirth, and an omen that the End Times have begun. Harness the might of your heroic birthright as one of seven playable classes. Diablo® II: Resurrected™ supports English (US), Spanish (EU), Spanish (AL), Portuguese (BR), French (France), German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese and Japanese. Diablo® III supports English (US), Spanish (EU), Spanish (AL), Portuguese (BR), French (France), German, Italian, Polish and Russian. It does not support Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese or Japanese. See https://news.blizzard.com/en-us/diablo2 for more details. Internet connection required. Online Multiplayer subscription may be required.
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Posted: 15 Mar 2022 10:00 AM PDT

Get the Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Hati Wolf Mount During the Unstoppable Action Sale

Posted: 15 Mar 2022 09:00 AM PDT

If you love unleashing the Dive of the Valkyries or Rage of Helheim on your enemies and enjoy watching John Wick take on gobs of henchmen with surgical precision, keep reading.

Xbox and Microsoft Movies & TV have teamed up with Ubisoft to give you the Hati Wolf Mount DLC for Assassin's Creed Valhalla free with purchase of any movie from the Unstoppable Action Sale, kicking off today and running through March 28.

Assassin's Creed Valhalla is the latest triumph in the Assassin's Creed series from Ubisoft set in 9th Century England and Norway, centering the Assassin Brotherhood storyline around the Viking expansion into the British Isles.  

The Hati Wolf Mount DLC, a gorgeously giant white wolf that can be upgraded with training and equipped at any stable master, is typically available for 800 Helix credits, but it's yours for free with any purchase from the Unstoppable Action Sale, which is offering movies for as low as $7.99.

Unstoppable Action Sale

Personally, I will be adding the 90s classic "The Crow" to my library from this sale to reconnect with my inner goth, and maybe I will even throw on the epic soundtrack while exploring on my new wolf mount, just to get the blood flowing.

If 90s nostalgia is not your vibe, the Unstoppable Action Sale is offering deep discounts on newer action titles like "Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins," "John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum," and "Cosmic Sin," as well as huge savings on fan-favorite bundles like the "Fast & Furious 1-4 Collection" and the "Bruce Willis Collection."

Even better, Game Pass members get an additional discount off key titles in the Unstoppable Action sale. That's correct, fellow Xbox loyalist. If you have a Game Pass membership, you get deeper discounts during the Unstoppable Action Sale as well as other upcoming sales in the Movies & TV Store!

The Hati Wolf Mount DLC offer will end on March 28, so claim your new mount now to upgrade your Assassin's Creed Valhalla experience while enjoying a top action flick.

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Assassin's Creed® Valhalla

UBISOFT

549
$59.99
This game leverages Smart Delivery allowing access to both the Xbox One title and the Xbox Series X|S title Build your own Viking legend at 60 FPS and in 4K resolution on Xbox Series X. Become Eivor, a legendary Viking warrior. Explore England's Dark Ages as you raid your enemies, grow your settlement, and build your political power in the quest to earn a place among the gods in Valhalla. – Lead epic Viking raids against Saxon troops and fortresses. – Relive the visceral fighting style of the Vikings as you dual-wield powerful weapons. – Challenge yourself with the most varied collection of enemies ever in Assassin's Creed. – Shape the growth of your character and your clan's settlement with every choice you make. – Explore a Dark Age open world, from the harsh shores of Norway to the beautiful kingdoms of England.
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Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn Launching Day One with Xbox Game Pass

Posted: 15 Mar 2022 07:00 AM PDT

Summary

  • Get your first look at A44 Games (Ashen) latest creation.
  • Flintlock is an action RPG that takes place in a world ruled by old gods.
  • Flinklock: The Siege of Dawn will be available day one with Xbox Game Pass.

Hey everyone! Our studio's first game, Ashen, was released back in 2018 and we've been so excited to talk about what we've been cooking up next.

Today, I'm thrilled to give you a first glimpse of Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, our brand-new game and the most ambitious project for our studio to date. It's coming later this year to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One and it's also going to be available on day one on Xbox Game Pass!

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn

Flintlock is an action RPG that takes place in a world ruled by old gods. Though absent for thousands of years, they are back. With them opens the "Door to the Afterlife," making way for their army of undead to escape from within. As they overrun the world, humanity is left teetering on the brink of extinction.

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn

You'll take on the role of our hero, Nor Vanek, a member of the coalition army who has a personal vendetta against the gods. But your journey doesn't take place alone, along for the ride is Nor's mystical companion Enki, a strange fox-like creature gifted with magical powers. Driven by vengeance, together you'll lead mankind's final siege and explore an open world, travelling through desert sands, cavernous ruins, and towering cities that are bursting with secrets.

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn

What's exciting about the game's setting is that it is inspired by the flintlock fantasy genre, and combines black powder weaponry and technology, with dark magic and powers of old gods. In our story, humanity is armed with gunpowder and for the first time they find themselves with the power and tools to prevail over the most powerful beings in creation. It's going to be the ultimate clash of gods and guns and we're crafting a vast gunpower and magic fueled battlefield to embrace and really leave your mark on

We can't wait to show you more of the game soon, so stay tuned to Xbox Wire and subscribe to our social media channels to stay up to date with the latest news on Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn.

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Coming Soon to Xbox Game Pass: F1 2021, Shredders, Weird West, and More

Posted: 15 Mar 2022 06:00 AM PDT

Good morning, or good afternoon, or evening – wherever you are it’s a good day because we have the next round of games coming soon to Game Pass!

For some extra fun, be sure to tune into the /ID@Xbox Showcase tomorrow, March 16 at 10:00 a.m. PDT for more awesome news and interviews from our friends at ID@Xbox. Who knows, there may or not be some surprises for Game Pass members (you know I'm writing this for a reason). Let’s jump into what's coming soon!


Coming Soon


Shredders (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) ID@Xbox – March 17
Available on day one with Game Pass: Break into the snowboarding event of the year in the hope of scoring a wildcard entry to an exclusive invitational. To prove you're up to the challenge, master the art of park riding, buttering rails, and massive kickers and earn your place in the world of snowboarding. Also jump in on Xbox One and other devices you already own with cloud gaming via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

The Dungeon of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet of Chaos (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox – March 17
Live an adventure filled with humor, surprises, and silly encounters as you step into the wacky heroic fantasy universe of The Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. Lead a team of unlikely and clumsy heroes in this epic and challenging tactical RPG.

Tainted Grail: Conquest (Console) ID@Xbox – March 22
Available now with PC Game Pass and coming soon to console! Explore the ever-changing maps, fight with deadly enemies, and learn what happened to the cursed island of Avalon in this unique, infinitely replayable, story-driven hybrid between a deck-building roguelike and an RPG game. Create your own combos out of hundreds of cards and learn how to survive in a dark, unforgiving world shrouded by a mysterious, deadly force known as the wyrdness.

Zero Escape: The Nonary Games (Cloud, Console, and PC) – March 22
A group of strangers are kidnapped and forced to participate in a diabolical game of death. Who can be trusted? Tensions rise as the situation becomes increasingly dire. Can you find a way out of The Nonary Games? Or will you pay the ultimate price?

Norco (PC) ID@Xbox – March 24
Available on day one with PC Game Pass: Play the southern gothic point-and-click narrative adventure for yourself and explore the sinking suburbs and verdant industrial swamps of a distorted South Louisiana. Your brother Blake has gone missing in the aftermath of your mother’s death. In the hopes of finding him, you must follow a fugitive security android through the refineries, strip malls, and drainage ditches of suburban New Orleans.

F1 2021 (Console) EA Play – March 24
It's lights out and away we go! EA Play and Game Pass Ultimate members can experience a gripping F1 story, hit the track with their own team and live every Formula 1 fan's ultimate fantasy as F1 2021 joins a collection of racing games available to play on EA Play.

Crusader Kings III (Xbox Series X|S) ID@Xbox – March 29
Available now with PC Game Pass and coming soon to Xbox Series X|S! Live the life of a medieval ruler in Paradox Development Studio's award-winning strategy role-playing game, Crusader Kings III! Assume the leadership of a medieval noble family, increasing its power and reputation through the generations. As one ruler dies, they are replaced by an heir who may have very different abilities or interests, forcing you to adjust your long-term plans.

Weird West (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox – March 31
Available on day one with Game Pass: Weird West is a dark fantasy reimagining of the Wild West where lawmen and gunslingers share the frontier with fantastical creatures, each playing with their own rules and their own peculiar motives.


Xbox App on PC


Last month, we released a major update for game installation and management which allows you to choose a specific folder for game installation, better game management options, and ability to mod more games. We are continuing to make updates based on your feedback. The next wave of updates is available for all Xbox Insiders to test and provide feedback and will be available to everyone at the end of March.

  • App navigation updates: This is the first in an upcoming wave of changes to improve how you move around the app and access your games. For this initial release, all your navigation is in the sidebar and we've made Xbox Cloud Gaming easier to find.
  • Performance fit indicators: There is a new performance fit indicator to check and see if a game will run on your PC before installing

Later this month, you'll be able to install and play Rainbow Six: Siege and Rainbow Six: Extraction right from the Xbox app.

To get early access to these new features and more, join the Xbox Insider program.


DLC/Game Updates


Genesis Noir: The Astronomy Update – Available now
The Astronomy Update is available now, adding three new levels and an expanded universe so fans can explore the cosmos and venture into the past and future. Learn more about The Astronomy Update here!

Lawn Mowing Simulator: Dino Safari – Available now
Game Pass members save 10%! Your Lawn Mowing business is starting to take off and you just landed your largest contract yet – Dino Safari, it's going to be a mammoth task! Work your way around the T-Rex Paddock, Cretaceous Canyon, Herbivore Valley, and the Raptor Enclosure, ensure to maintain a high level of service as you go otherwise the Safari's manager may have a bone to pick with you! 


Xbox Touch Controls Added to Nine More Games


Ultimate members, we've added Xbox Touch Controls to nine more games ready to play from the cloud today! These games join our growing list of over 100 touch-enabled games with cloud gaming. Jump in on the Xbox app for Windows PCs, Xbox Game Pass mobile app on Android devices, or Xbox.com/play on your Windows PCs and Apple phones and tablets, no controller needed!

  • Among Us
  • Katamari Damacy Reroll
  • Lumines Remastered
  • Pupperazzi
  • Rubber Bandits
  • Spelunky 2
  • Telling Lies
  • Undungeon
  • Young Souls

Leaving Soon


It's time to give a proper Game Pass farewell to the following games leaving soon. You still have time to make a dent in these games or wrap up where you left off before they go. As always, remember to use your Game Pass membership discount to save up to 20% on your purchase to keep them in your library.

Leaving March 31

  • Madden NFL 20 (Cloud, Console, and PC) EA Play
  • Narita Boy (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Shadow Warrior 2 (Cloud, Console, and PC)

Leaving April 11

  • Destiny 2: Beyond Light, Shadowkeep, and Forsaken (PC)

Alright friends, it's time for me to start making popcorn for the /ID@Xbox Showcase tomorrow (it's not too early to do that, right?). Be sure you're following us on Twitter at @XboxGamePassPC and @XboxGamePass for updates. Catch you next time!

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Halo the Series Story Trailer Releases Today

Halo the Series Story Trailer Releases Today

Posted: 14 Mar 2022 03:45 PM PDT

When we set out to create a television series about Halo and the Master Chief, our goal was to not only create an epic sci-fi adventure that would be fun to watch, but to dive into the characters, the personal stories, and the incredibly vast and detailed universe of Halo that we have mostly only seen through the games. It is a sci-fi show about characters both heroic and fallible, about having hope against overwhelming odds, and a central question – what are we willing to sacrifice of our humanity to save it?

Today, as we hold our first screening of "Halo" the television series at the South by Southwest festival, we're excited to share the newest (and final) trailer for the show – one that provides a glimpse into that personal storytelling side of the Halo series while expressing those central Halo themes of hope, heroism, humanity, and wonder. This is a character drama set against the backdrop of epic stakes and all the action and mystery that comes with Halo. This trailer is titled, “Look Beyond” as we all look beyond where we are today and to the possibilities ahead.

This show has been a labor of love for many and it’s an extraordinary feeling to be sharing our pilot episode at SXSW. Along with some of our amazing cast and our showrunner, we will also get a chance to discuss reactions with press and fans afterwards. It's been an honor and privilege to work side-by-side with the talented producers and actors that have brought the universe and the characters to life and share it with the world.

Halo Perk

For our biggest fans on Xbox, we are also thrilled to announce that they can watch the series starting day one – Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members will be able to stream "Halo" through an exclusive offer of Paramount+ for 30 days free via Perks, available to claim starting on March 23.

The launch of the TV series is fast approaching, and we can't wait for you all to take the journey with us when it begins, streaming exclusively on Paramount+, starting March 24.

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