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Next Week on Xbox: June 6 to 10

Posted: 03 Jun 2022 07:00 AM PDT

Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 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!


True Fear: Forsaken Souls – Part 2 – June 6

True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 2 – June 6

A story-rich, mystery-filled, horror escape game. The original is described as one of the most captivating escape games, which won acclaim for its story and mysterious horror atmosphere.


Disc Room – June 7 – Xbox Game Pass

Disc Room – June 7 – Xbox Game Pass

The year is 2089 and a giant disc has appeared in orbit of Jupiter. Step into the oversized space suit of a brave scientist and explore this sprawling intergalactic slaughterhouse. Don’t be afraid to die a little, your next run is just a button press away.


Spacelines from the Far Out – June 7 – Xbox Game Pass

Spacelines from the Far Out – June 7 – Xbox Game Pass

Available on day one with Game Pass. A 'roguelike-like' co-op management game about airlines in space, featuring unlockable spaceships, upgrades, characters and customizations, randomly generated challenges, trips, and itineraries, with a generous serving of 60s space-age flair and jazz.


SpellForce 3: Reforced – June 7 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

SpellForce III Reforced – June 7 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A unique mix of an epic RPG story blended with accessible real-time strategy elements, designed to offer a riveting console experience to fans and newcomers alike.


Super Impossible Road – June 7 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Super Impossible Road - June 7 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

The spiritual sequel to the award-winning Impossible Road is back and more ferocious than ever with all-new modes, 120 FPS local multiplayer, and much more! Crack those knuckles and jump into the fastest, craziest, most spectacular racer you’ve ever played.


Spacewing War – June 8 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Spacewing War – June 8 - Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Blast off for a retro shoot'em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets! Invaders from the Planet Mavros have descended on Earth to claim it as their new home, and it's up to you to stop them. Spacewing War is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up inspired by handheld genre classics.


Square Keeper – June 8 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Square Keeper – June 8 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A puzzle game based on a card system, where each card gives the player the possibility to execute different actions, like a sword swing, shooting with a bow or simply walking. To escape you must be able to analyze your options correctly and defeat the enemies so that the room’s gate opens.


Nummels – June 9 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Nummels – June 9 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A platformer where you are the smartest one in a land filled with idiots. The Nummels are very dumb, but also very predictable. If you put a ladder in front of them, they’ll climb it. If you leave a bomb in their path, they’ll pick it up. Good thing you only need to get one of them to the exit to pass the level.


The Quarry – June 9 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

The Quarry – June 9 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

As the sun sets on the last day of summer camp, the teenage counselors of Hackett's Quarry throw a party to celebrate. No kids. No adults. No rules. Things quickly take a turn for the worse. Hunted by blood-drenched locals and something far more sinister, the teens’ party plans unravel into an unpredictable night of horror.


Freshly Frosted – June 10

Freshly Frosted – June 10

Place conveyor belts to solve puzzles in the world’s most adorable donut factory! A dozen dozen dazzling donut dilemmas await you, that’s 144 puzzles to please your particular puzzley passions. To excite and delight there are mechanics galore; from splitters to pushers, mergers and cloners, randomizers, teleporters, and more.


Pro Gymnast Simulator – June 10

Pro Gymnast Simulator – June 10

This physics-based game encapsulates the thrill of professional gymnastics. Get ready for the most infuriating and satisfying experience of your life. Control every important movement of your athlete and do your best to replicate real-world gymnastics or find your own playstyle.


Urban Flow – June 10

Urban Flow – June 10

Urban Flow is a game about the subtle beauty of city streets filled with cars moving in perfect harmony. But such order does not happen all by itself. The city needs you to control the traffic lights and to make sure everything goes smoothly. That means no crashes, no jams. Everything will run smoothly – as long as you stay focused.

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Street Fighter Returns to Xbox in 2023 with Street Fighter 6

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 05:24 PM PDT

One of the most iconic and storied fighting games series returns to Xbox in 2023 when Street Fighter 6 launches for Xbox Series X|S.

Powered by RE Engine, the same tech that has given us gorgeous photorealistic visuals to Capcom franchises like Resident Evil and Devil May Cry, Street Fighter 6 is shaping up to be the best-looking entry in the series.

Street Fighter VI Screenshot

While we eagerly await the full cast of fighters to be revealed, we were stoked to see the return of some fan-favorite legendary warriors like Ryu and Chun-Li, as well as recent stars like Luke from Street Fighter V and the newest reveal, Jamie, who not only looks to be a master break-dancer, but also comes equipped with a wide range of fighting styles.

Street Fighter VI Screenshot

With its stunning visuals tailor made for Xbox Series X|S, we're looking forward to exploring the expansive universe that Street Fighter is set in and learning more about the three new foundational modes: Fighting Ground, Battle Hub, and World Tour, the immersive story mode where players can create and leave their own legacy.

Street Fighter VI Screenshot

We'll have more to share about Street Fighter 6 throughout the year, so keep it tuned here to Xbox Wire for the latest news on your favorite Xbox and PC games.

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Destroy All Humans 2 – Reprobed Pre-Order Starts Today

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 02:30 PM PDT

The Destroy All Humans! franchise is rich with one-of-a-kind, over-the-top gameplay experiences — some of the most memorable in the action-adventure genre. When the team got together to discuss the best way to kick-off pre-order, we knew that loyal fans and players new to the franchise would love nothing more than getting their hands on some multi-player carnage! That's right, citizens of planet earth who pre-order Destroy All Humans 2 – Reprobed will instantly be rewarded with the stand-alone, spin-off Destroy All Humans – Clone Carnage.

Clone Carnage is a multiplayer only experience where 4 players can wreak havoc online or 2 players can destroy locally. The spin-off is also available for separate purchase for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. We're so stoked to also be able to confirm the official launch date for Destroy All Humans! 2 – Reprobed. This game is the fan-favorite in the Destroy All Humans! franchise and our remake includes updates that we're confident players will be excited about – like unlocking new skills based on the quantities of humans you abduct with your flying saucer.

In Reprobed, our charming but evil alien invader Crypto (138!) will unleash his large arsenal of weapons onto five huge open-world areas: Bay City, Albion, Takoshima, Tunguska, and the Moon! Players will experience the swinging '60s in all its glory and deal with Hippies, the KGB, and many other threats. To roam quickly around the large areas, Crypto can use his jetpack; his hoverboard; and of course his flying saucer, equipped with a neat little arsenal of destruction that allows players to blow up buildings and dismantle whole armies. Destroy All Humans 2! – Reprobed features a 2-player, split-screen co-op mode so you and a friend (or whatever floats your boat) can destroy all humans together!

https://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/store/destroy-all-humans-2-reprobed/9nxgkxk6rd72

So, humans, there are three things you must do: Mark your calendars for August 30; Pre-order Destroy All Humans! 2 – Reprobed now; Go wreak some havoc in Clone Carnage!

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Destroy All Humans! 2 – Reprobed

THQ Nordic

$39.99
Crypto is back with a license to probe. The alien invader returns, groovier than ever and now with genitals! Experience the swinging '60s in all its chemical-induced glory and take revenge on the KGB for blowing up your mothership. As you uncover the schemes of your enemies, you'll have to form alliances with members of the very species you came to enslave. + Show those hippies who's boss using classic weapons and new technology like the Meteor Shower + Explore 1960's Mother Earth and unload your trusty saucer all over her fictional cities + Defend a much larger, much more open world from those who seek to undermine your mission + Hoover up humans from different countries and grind them up into DNA cocktails to upgrade your skills + Invite a friend over for a twosome and enjoy the full story in local 2-player split screen co-op Pre-order now to get the standalone multiplayer-DLC "Destroy All Humans! – Clone Carnage" for free!
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Destroy All Humans! – Clone Carnage

THQ Nordic

11
$12.99
Wreak havoc in Clone Carnage! This standalone DLC comes with 4 modes, 6 maps, and up to 4-player multiplayer. Split-screen lets you double the damage in local 2-player multiplayer. Unleash your wild side in Rampage, Armageddon, Race, and Abduction modes!
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Welcome to the Future of Knockout City in Season 6: City of Tomorrow

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 11:00 AM PDT

Gaze upon the city of the future, brawlers! Everything the light touches… can be pelted with dodgeballs. I'm Lynn Richter, Community Manager for Knockout City and I'm here to welcome you to Knockout City Season 6: City of Tomorrow. You're right on time, because we've made Knockout City free to play for everyone! Pass me the ball, will ya? I'm 'bout to show you around.


Extreme Makeover: Hideout Edition


Here in Knockout City, each player has a special space to call their own. We call it the Hideout, and it's where you'll spend time with your Crewmates, kicking back and testing out your new moves in between matches. Practice your catching skills with the Target Dummy, where you can close your eyes and listen for that exact moment to score a Perfect Catch, which will grant you Overcharge to speed up your next throw. Or, invite your Crewmates to join you and pair up to develop new strategies.

In preparation for Season 6, we headed down to Hideout Depot, and invested in some new improvements that will help make your Hideout an even better place for you and your friends. Each person's Hideout will display their chosen Crew Banner proudly for all to see. Take a moment to explore by twirling, and leaping your way around the buildings, signs, and ledges around the Hideout and you'll discover brand new spaces that were previously out of reach.While you're investigating, be sure to spot the new sign for the Knockout City Chronicle, and let that be your reminder to tune in when it drops for the best Knockout City community news!

Invite your friends over, and play some hoops! Basketball hoops are now positioned throughout, which will give you a celebratory explosion when you land a slam dunk. Then, head on over to the brand new rooftop space, complete with a soccer field, where you and your buddies can skirmish in between brawls. First team to three goals wins!

When you're ready, kick back to some brand new tunes playing from the Jukebox! You'll find new tracks available in the Brawl Shop, as well as some hot new remixes! There's so much to do in the Hideout now—we're excited to call it home.


Boomerang Ball


Head toward the Target Dummy and join this group of folks trying out our brand new ball, designed by the dodgeball savants at Perennial Labs. Now, I forgot what I was about to tell you about it, but if you wait a moment, I'm sure it will come back to me. Heh.

This season, never forget where you put your Boomerang Ball, because it's gonna keep returning time and time again. I'm not sure what powers this thing, but it never runs out of juice. To use it, simply throw it at a person, or any surface, and watch it return!

And you better watch it, because if you miss your catch when it comes back, you're gonna get knocked back a bit. You won't take damage, but you'll need a moment to compose yourself. Besides, you're just going to look cooler when you can land a hit, catch the return and keep right on brawlin'. You'll also notice that every time you land a perfect catch, you'll gain a level of Overcharge. But don't get sloppy or your opponents can catch it and use all that stored energy against you!


Brawl Im-Pass-tors


Let's hear it for the return of the Brawl Pass, an exciting way to earn up to 100 additional rewards in a Season by earning XP and completing Brawl Pass Contracts! And you're going to want to put in the work to earn XP and complete those Brawl Pass Contracts because it's the only way you'll hear the story that unfolds in the Deep Space Dispatches. Each Season, the DSD transmits a brand new broadcast to all brawlers over the Pirate Radio signal, broadcasted by our eye in the sky—the former-brawlin', shotcallin' DJ on the Moon. This season boasts the most gripping story yet, so start taking notes as Holo-caster Kat Hunter sets out to interview individuals competing for the Scientist of Tomorrow award, but instead finds herself uncovering a great mystery.

Okay brawlers, gather around for an Emergency Meeting. We’ve found some suspicious-looking folks hiding in the levels 3, 13, 23, and 33 of the free version of the Brawl Pass. Make sure you know who to trust before equipping your rewards or you’re gonna feel real DUM when you get pelted by an impostor.

Cash in 950 Holobux to unlock the Premium version of the Brawl Pass, which gives you access to earn all 100 items it contains. Work your way all the way to the top and earn the right to have your balled up self carted around the field in the Mecha Brawler Legendary Outfit, looking down on your foes from your lofty perch.


Can It Be (the City of) Tomorrow Already?


We can't wait to throw open the gates and welcome brawlers new and old to the City of Tomorrow! There's so much more in store, which you can check out on our Roadmap!

Get hyped for Heroes Reborn, Royale Party and the coolest event of the summer: Heatwave 2022!  While you wait, join us and keep the hype going in our official Discord, where we're counting down the minutes until we can meet you on the field! Until next time, brawlers!

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Knockout City™

Electronic Arts

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Knockout City is now Free-to-Play, inviting brawlers everywhere to experience the frantic, non-stop action of dodgebrawl. Optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Knockout City™ leverages Xbox Smart Delivery allowing access to both the Xbox One title and Xbox Series X|S title. Support.xbox.com KEY FEATURES: • Frantic and Fun — Rule the city through lightning-fast multiplayer matches featuring mind-blowing dodgeball mechanics. Increase your attack by passing to power up dodgeballs, targeting your opponents with a variety of specialized balls, or "balling up" at any time to get thrown by teammates! • Crew Up — Assemble an All-Star dodgeball Crew with your friends for multiplayer matches in a seamless cross-play experience! Together, knock out opponents in 3v3, 4v4, or free-for-all matches. Pass, throw, and strategize to dominate as a team and unlock distinctive, Crew-only rewards! • Define Your Style — Show off your status and unique look through character and Crew designs with expansive character creation options. Customize your appearance, gear, and attitude, from body type and hairstyle to a custom glider and Crew vehicle to win, lose, and taunt animations. • Take On Knockout City — Battle it out with other Crews across dynamic maps all over the city. Each map's special features make every match an intense, unexpected experience. Dodgeball thrives in back alleys with pneumatic tubes, on skyscraper rooftops, across busy streets—and even at the local burger joint and construction sites. While you're dodging dodgeballs, watch out for moving cars, rooftop drops, and even a wrecking ball or two. • Strikingly Fresh Yet Familiar — It's easy to pick up and play thanks to familiar controls, but practice is key to becoming a champion. On a level playing field, only the most skilled ballers stand out from the crowd. Use your knowledge to master the intricacies of the game for spectacular KOs. Holobux you purchase from the Microsoft Store can't be transferred to or used on other platforms. Limited free trial capped at level 25. Trial is subject to change. Internet connection, EA account and acceptance of EA User Agreement (terms.ea.com) & Privacy and Cookie Policy (privacy.ea.com) required to play. Trial can be played once per EA account. CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY. SEE WWW.EA.COM/LEGAL FOR DETAILS. © 2021 Velan Studio, Inc. EA and the EA logo are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Buy the Xbox Series X|S version and get the Xbox One version (Digital Standard or Deluxe Editions) for no additional cost.
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Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection’s Most Epic Fights

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 10:00 AM PDT

With Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection dropping today with Xbox Game Pass, we wanted to look back at some of the most brutal, frenetic fight scenes in franchise history to help pump you up to dive back into this classic collection of games. As a follow-up to our Baddest Bosses in the Business Xbox Wire feature, we're presenting the three best fights across the Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection. Time to make Ryu Hayabusa proud and start slicing up baddies like a boss!


Fight #1: Ninja Gaiden Sigma – Murai


Fight #1: Ninja Gaiden Sigma – Murai

At the end of the game Ryu battles a much faster version of Murai, a ruthless warrior who has also added some of Doku's attacks to his arsenal. Cap it off with the fact that if this boss kills you, you actually have to start the entire final level from scratch, and this becomes a battle for the ages! Murai is the uncle of Ryu Hayabusa and former warlord in charge of the Shadow Ninja Clan. Grabbing the Dark Dragon Blade, Murai attempts to kill his nephew. Use a series of Flying Swallow attacks to ensure it is Murai who meets his fate, and not Ryu.


Fight #2: Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 – Elizabet


Fight #2: Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 - Elizabet

One of Vazdah's Four Greater Fiend Lords, Elizabet is also the Ruler of Crimson Blood and Queen. Fitting her Crimson Blood title, Elizabet actually shoots blood at our favorite ninja, and if the blood strikes Hayabusa, Elizabet will regain health points. Use the Eclipse Scythe to strike from mid-range while avoiding her blood-draining maneuvers. Defeat her to collect the Heart of Crimson Blood!


Fight #3: Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge – Goddess


Fight #3: Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge – Goddess

The final boss of Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge, Goddess is a deity created by the Lords of Alchemy. Made through a combination of biotech and magic, Goddess is an enormous creature being used as a weapon to destroy the old world while hoping to create a new one in its place. At the beginning of the fight, concentrate your attacks on the surrounding chimera. After clearing the enemies, Goddess will attempt to slay you with her sword and smash you with her giant arm. Slide under the sword attacks, dodge the arm smash, then quickly attack her arm to cause damage. Eventually, a quick time event plays out leading to the final sequence of the game. Can Ryu Hayabusa save the day (and the world)!?

Find out (and fight) for yourself today — experience the Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection today with Xbox Game Pass!

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NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection

KOEI TECMO AMERICA

170
$39.99 $31.99
PC Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass
Enjoy 3 games from the NINJA GAIDEN series in this one title.  Each title is still just as fun as you remember while providing the same high speed action of the original releases. Look forward to heated battles with fearsome opponents! In addition to Ryu Hayabusa, 4 other characters, Ayane, Rachel, Momiji, and Kasumi, are also playable. You can create a tag team with your favorite characters and freely swap out the playable character during battles. ※The heroines included in this title are the same as the original versions. In addition, the characters that are playable and scenes (modes) vary for each title. All of the previously released game modes and DLC costumes for each title are included in this one set. In addition to Ryu Hayabusa, each of the other characters also have many different costumes to choose from, allowing you to enjoy action packed battles in whichever outfit you prefer. ■Included Titles NINJA GAIDEN Σ NINJA GAIDEN Σ2 NINJA GAIDEN 3: Razor's Edge ※Online multiplayer is not available for the "TAG MISSIONS" in NINJA GAIDEN Σ2. ※The "Shadow of the world" "Clan battle" for NINJA GAIDEN 3 Razer's Edge is not included.  Online multiplayer is not available for "ninja trials". ※"NINJA GAIDEN Σ2" and "NINJA GAIDEN 3: Razor's Edge" are also available in Traditional Chinese. ※"NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection Deluxe Edition" is also available for purchase. Be careful to avoid making a redundant purchase. ※Only Xbox One X, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S support 4K resolution. Xbox One S does not support 4K resolution. ※Please uninstall and then reinstall NINJA GAIDEN Σ and NINJA GAIDEN Σ2. This will allow the graphics to display properly. ※If you are using Windows® 11, the requirements for the PC version will conform to the Windows® 11 system requirements. ※For details regarding the PC version, please check the official website.
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Warhammer Skulls Showcase Recap

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 09:00 AM PDT

The ultimate festival of Warhammer video gaming returned to Xbox in a big way again this year. Introduced by Clive Standen, the legendary voice of Titus from the highly anticipated Space Marine 2, the Skulls Showcase started an exciting week of surprises with world premieres, exciting new announcements, and new content reveals for Xbox fans. Alongside this, the showcase heralded the start of huge deals with up to 90% off savings over on the Xbox and Windows Store during the event.

For Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass members, games such as Total War: Warhammer III, Battlesector, and Darktide all had major news announcements.

Also, being a festival, it's an ideal time to have some Free Play Days for Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. Vermintide 2, Chaosbane, and Mechanicus are all available to try for free this weekend. Meanwhile, over on the Windows 10 Store, there are more offers to be had on many more Warhammer games.

Let's deep dive into the news, reveals, and updates for the Warhammer Skulls Festival to find out more:


Warhammer Skulls Showcase Recap


World premieres, announcements, and new content for Warhammer video games on Xbox and Windows 10 have been revealed. Find out more below and catch up on the Showcase here in case you missed it.


Warhammer on Game Pass News


A huge new cinematic comeback trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, coming day one to Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass, from Fatshark, which showcased new story, characters, artwork, and announced that award winning composer Jesper Kyd is returning to the "tide" franchise. Launching September 13, 2022 for Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC, regular and Imperium editions are now available to pre-order.

Creative Assembly and Sega teased the release of Immortal Empires for Total War: Warhammer III, the long-awaited game mode combining the landmasses and armies of all three Total War: Warhammer games. Players will embark on the grandest campaign in strategy gaming with the release of the Immortal Empires beta for Total War: Warhammer III, arriving in Q3 2022. Total War: Warhammer III is available to play today with PC Game Pass and available for purchase on the Microsoft Store.

Finally, the reveal of a new horde mode for Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector by Slitherine as well as the announcement of the upcoming inclusion of Sisters of Battle as a playable faction DLC later this Autumn. Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is currently available to play with Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass.


Big News and Game Premieres


The action didn't stop there though, an exclusive behind the scenes look at the development of the highly anticipated Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 was unveiled. The love, care and meticulous detail being put into this game is incredibly evident and offers some exciting brand-new sneak peeks of how the game is coming together.

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader from award winning Owlcat Games, the first ever Warhammer CRPG coming to Xbox. The game is a classic isometric experience with turn-based combat and diverse adventures that feature fateful decisions, non-linear stories, a strong and compelling companion cast, space exploration and much more.

Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge from Everguild (makers of The Horus Heresy: Legions), is a new digital CCG set in the 41st Millenium. The game will offer fast and brutal card battles in the Warhammer 40,000 universe and allow players to compete in draft and constructed modes, explore the rich lore of each army in single-player campaigns, or join an Alliance and compete in massive Alliance Wars.The game will be coming to Windows Store next year.

Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun from Auroch Digital and Focus Entertainment coming to Xbox in 2023. With an awesome nostalgic blast from the pixel past – the veil was lifted on the bloody and frenetic homage to the iconic retro shooters of yore. Showing off gamplay footage – this single-player FPS delivers a sprite-based, hardcore experience of a Space Marine facing the foces of Chaos.

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun

Waaagh'ing onto our screens, Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef planted a flag for release on Orktober 20 on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and showed off exciting new gameplay, featuring Thunderhawks, Imperial Knights, and Baneblades!

Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef

Finally, the showcase also had trailers for Warhammer: Vermintide 2 from Fatshark, revealing the Be’lakor Chaos Wastes Expansion which includes a new level, the Temple of Shadows, where the players get to take on all the full force of Be'lakor; and the reveal of two more playable teams in Nacon's upcoming Blood Bowl 3, the Old World Alliance and Chaos Renegades.

Blood Bowl 3

Phew! That’s just some of the highlights of the new awesome Warhammer content showcased and coming soon! Don't forget, you can check it all out, and grab some great deals, on the dedicated Warhammer Skulls Festival landing page over on Xbox and Windows 10. Thanks for reading!

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Xbox Unveils Custom Marvel Studios’ “Ms. Marvel” Xbox Series S Console and Wireless Controller

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 08:30 AM PDT

Xbox has called upon cosmic forces to create a custom Xbox Series S console and wireless controller inspired by “Ms. Marvel,” an original series from Marvel Studios, streaming June 8 on Disney+.

From June 2 through June 23, 2022, fans can enter for a chance to win the exclusive Xbox Series S and matching Xbox Wireless Controller by retweeting the official Xbox Sweepstakes tweet.

The console features Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani) as Ms. Marvel, a Muslim American teenager who unexpectedly develops superpowers, with designs influenced by the murals and street art of Kamala's own hometown of Jersey City. Marvel Studios’ “Ms. Marvel” follows Kamala as she struggles to feel like she totally fits in at home or at school. That is, until she gets superpowers like the heroes she's always looked up to. A megafan at heart, Kamala’s unique outlook on life can be seen in her creative doodling. Though her parents would insist that she should be studying, Kamala can't help but let her mind wander, brainstorming ideas for her next fun-filled super hero fan-fiction story.

In addition to the console, Xbox has paired it with a custom Xbox Wireless Controller, detailed with the “Ms. Marvel” logo and other distinctive features and color schemes inspired by the teenage super hero.

Don't forget to visit the official sweepstakes terms and conditions for more information and check out “Ms. Marvel,” an original series from Marvel Studios, streaming June 8 on Disney+.

About Marvel Studios’ “Ms. Marvel”

Marvel Studios’ “Ms. Marvel” is a new, original series premiering exclusively June 8 on Disney+. “Ms. Marvel” introduces Kamala Khan, a Muslim American teenager growing up in Jersey City. An avid gamer and a voracious fan-fiction scribe, Kamala is a super hero megafan with an oversized imagination — particularly when it comes to Captain Marvel. Yet Kamala feels like she doesn't fit in at school and sometimes even at home — that is, until she gets superpowers like the heroes she's always looked up to. Life gets better with superpowers, right? 

The series stars Iman Vellani, Matt Lintz, Yasmeen Fletcher, Zenobia Shroff, Mohan Kapur, Saagar Shaikh, Rish Shah, Fawad Khan, Laurel Marsden, Arian Moayed, Adaku Ononogbo, Alysia Reiner, Azhar Usman, Laith Nakli, Nimra Bucha and Travina Springer, with Aramis Knight. 

Directors for the series are Adil & Bilall (Adil El Arbi & Bilall Fallah) [Episodes 101 and 106], Meera Menon [Episodes 102 and 103] and Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy [Episodes 104 and 105]. Kevin Feige, Louis D'Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Brad Winderbaum, Adil & Bilall, .Bisha K. Ali and Sana Amanat are the executive producers. Bisha K. Ali is also the head writer.

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Free Play Days – Warhammer: Chaosbane, Warhammer: Vermintide 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 08:00 AM PDT

It's an all-Warhammer weekend in Free Play Days as Xbox celebrates the Warhammer Skulls Festival! Chaosbane, Vermintide 2 and Mechanicus are available this weekend for Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members to play from Thursday, June 2 at 12:01 a.m. PDT until Sunday, June 5 at 11:59 p.m. PDT.


How to Start Playing


Find and install the games here 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 Live Gold membership. To download on console, click on the Subscriptions tab in the Xbox Store and enter the Gold member area to locate 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 earned achievements during the event! Please note that discounts and percentages may vary by title and region.


Game Details


Warhammer: Chaosbane

Grab some friends and get ready to face the horrors of the Old World in Warhammer: Chaosbane. In this top-down RPG, the iconic Warhammer figures are brought to life on-screen as you face off against the forces of Chaos venturing across famous locales as you interact with characters that shaped the history of the Warhammer Fantasy universe. That might sound like a lot of jargon, but the game is designed to be friendly for newcomers, with nods to the lore for die-hard fans. It's also been designed with co-op in mind, where up to 4 players can play simultaneously, locally, online or split between the two.

 There's no better time to check out Warhammer: Chaosbane than during the Free Play Days, and for those of you who can't bear to lose the gear you've gained, the game is available right now at 80% off!

Warhammer: Vermintide 2

Fight for survival together with your friends in this intense and challenging 4-player co-op game set in the Warhammer Fantasy Battles universe. It is only with true skill and teamplay that you and your friends may persevere against the endless tides of bloodthirsty enemies. Earn Double XP and participate in the time-limited event, the perfect way to start your Vermintide 2 adventure during the Free Play Days.

Warhammer: 40,000 Mechanicus

Delve into the compelling, richly detailed turn-based strategy game Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus. It’s the perfect Warhammer game for both enthusiasts and new players. You’ll have the opportunity to take control of the most technologically advanced army in the Imperium – The Adeptus Mechanicus. Strategically manage your resources, unearth old tech, and plan operations. Every decision you make is critical and will decide the fate of the troops under your command. The Imperium is depending on you.

Speaking of strategically managing your resources, you can also save up to 70% on Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus until June 8th.

Don't miss out on this exciting Free Play Days for Xbox Live Gold 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.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases Famous Italian Aircraft as Local Legend #4: Savoia-Marchetti S.55

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 07:30 AM PDT


One of the most distinctive and memorable aircraft in history comes to Microsoft Flight Simulator.


Today we are pleased to introduce the fourth plane in the Microsoft Flight Simulator "Local Legends" series, the S.55. The "Local Legends" series celebrates the history of aviation and this plane, a twin-engine flying boat produced by Italian aviation manufacturer Savoia-Marchetti of Milan, is linked to our most recent World Update IX: Italy and Malta. It features a catamaran hull design, twin tail booms, triple vertical stabilizers, and a tractor-pusher engine-propulsion system mounted above its main wing. Constructed primarily of wood, the hydroplane's cockpit is located in the forward mid-section of the main wing and its hulls can be configured to carry a number of combinations of fuel, passengers, and cargo.

Microsoft Flight Simulator - Local Legends 4 - S.55 Savoia-Marchetti

Savoia-Marchetti conceived the unique craft during the inter-war period to serve military roles, primarily that of a torpedo bomber, with its payload (which could also include bombs) slung under the centerline of the main wing between its two hulls. The premise was that the S.55 could wait at sea and surveil an area for approaching ships, then launch and attack. The hydroplane roared into the sky for the first time in August of 1924. While the Italian military initially disapproved of the concept, they adopted the flying boat into service in 1926. The plane engaged briefly in combat (during the Spanish Civil War), but its enduring legacy is its operations as aircraft of choice for a number of long-range flights, notably trans-Atlantic journeys.

Microsoft Flight Simulator - Local Legends 4 - S.55 Savoia-Marchetti

This prototype version of the S.55, Jahú, was flown by Brazilian aviator João Ribeiro de Barros, from Genoa, Italy, to Sao Paulo, Brazil, completing the incredible voyage in 1927. The inspiring journey marked the first time that aviators hailing from the Western Hemisphere completed a trans-Atlantic flight. The Jahú is the last surviving Savoia-Marchetti S.55 and is on display at the TAM Museum in the Brazilian city of São Carlos.

Microsoft Flight Simulator - Local Legends 4 - S.55 Savoia-Marchetti

This version of the S.55 features twin V-12 510-horsepower Isotta Fraschini water-cooled engines, in a tractor-pusher configuration, each turning two-blade wooden propellers, providing a cruise speed of approximately 110 miles per hour.


S.55X


This model, the S.55X, from 1933, represents the final and most advanced iteration of the airframe produced. Only 25 were constructed. With an 800-horsepower Isotta Fraschini W-18 engines driving three-blade metal propellers and improved instrumentation, the S.55X boasts the highest performance and greatest range of all S.55 variants.

Microsoft Flight Simulator - Local Legends 4 - S.55 Savoia-Marchetti

Shortly after their completion, all 25 ‘X’ models participated in a mass trans-Atlantic formation flight, known as the “Decennial Air Cruise,” led by General Italo Balbo of the Regia Aeronautica (Italian Royal Air Force). This flight, from Rome to Chicago's 1933 Century of Progress world’s fair, is one of aviation history's greatest success stories. It proved the quality of design and craftsmanship of the S.55X, the intrepidness and skill of the Italian aviators, and demonstrated that trans-Atlantic passenger service by airplane was feasible.

Microsoft Flight Simulator - Local Legends 4 - S.55 Savoia-Marchetti

The Savoia-Marchetti S.55 and S.55X are available as a package in the Microsoft Flight Simulator in-sim marketplace today for $14.99. We will continue to introduce aircraft to the "Local Legends" series in the coming months. The sky is calling!

Microsoft Flight Simulator - Local Legends 4 - S.55 Savoia-Marchetti

Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available for Xbox Series X|S and PC with Xbox Game Pass, PC Game Pass, Windows, and Steam, and on Xbox One and supported mobile phones, tablets, and lower-spec PCs via Xbox Cloud Gaming. For the latest information on Microsoft Flight Simulator, stay tuned to @MSFSOfficial on Twitter. 

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Welcome to Madden NFL 23

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 07:00 AM PDT


John Madden changed football. Now we’re changing the way you play football with the FieldSense Gameplay System.


No one embodies real football more than John Madden, and Coach returns to the cover of the game he pioneered for Madden NFL 23, coming soon to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.

This year, we're introducing the all-new FieldSense Gameplay System for Madden NFL 23 on Xbox Series X|S, a fresh foundation that produces consistent ultra-realistic gameplay and equips players with more control everywhere on the field.


FieldSense Gameplay System


Creating the foundation for realistic gameplay that gives players new ways to control what happens everywhere on the field.

Hit Everything

Hit Everything mechanics let players disrupt on defense and stop the offense in fresh ways. Animation branching tech enables next-gen Hit-Stick physics so players can dive into mid-air knockouts, smash the pile to assist teammates with a tackle, blow up blockers, and force turnovers with stand-up tackles.

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Skill-Based Passing

Take full control over every pass with new ways to drop the ball where only your receiver can catch it. This new mechanic also introduces a new accuracy reticle and passing meter to gauge every throw.

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360° Cuts

Take advantage of the new freedom and fluidity ball carriers get anywhere on the field so you can hit the perfect gap, plant-and-go, or evade defenders.

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WR vs DB Battles

New wide receiver release moves and defensive back counter press mechanics produce tight, important 1v1 battles in the secondary.

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What else is new in Madden NFL 23?


Franchise

New athlete motivations come into play for contract negotiations, creating even more drama and tension in free agency for your Franchise. Team location, salary demands, and more help decide how players pick their next team. Updated Trade Logic AI realistically values players and their worth when factoring into trade offers.

Face of the Franchise: The League

This year, Face of the Franchise drops you into your fifth NFL season at your chosen skill position (QB, WR, RB, CB, MLB) and you're ready for a fresh start in the league. Negotiate a one-year contract to prove your worth to one of the 32 NFL teams by showing it on the field and upgrading your player. New position-specific mechanics within FieldSense (on Xbox Series X|S only) and player-focused cameras bring you closer to the action and helps you dominate every snap, no matter what position you are in. New Drive Goals and Drive Summaries have been added to let you switch up your experience during a game and get feedback and rewards based on performance. Will you have an all-time NFL career? It's up to you.

Madden Ultimate Team

Build your fantasy roster of current NFL superstars, Hall of Fame legends, and more with even more ways to add to and improve your squad. Always have something to play for with the new Field Pass challenge and reward tracker, then earn MUT Champions entry tokens and compete at the highest level when you want. Simplified Set building makes organization easier and more efficient, so you can spend more time improving your team and less time flipping through your collection.


Madden NFL 23 Pre-orders


Check out the different editions and the rewards you can get when you pre-order today on the Xbox Store!

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Madden NFL 23 All Madden Edition Pre-order (Digital Only)

  • 3-Day Early Access starting August 16, 2022
  • 4600 Madden Points
  • Limited-time All Madden Team Elite Player with pre-order by July 22, 2022
  • Dual Entitlement
  • Exclusive Early Access Challenges in Madden NFL 23 Ultimate Team
  • Choice of 2 Elite Players (1 Offensive & 1 Defensive) in Madden NFL 23 Ultimate Team
  • All Madden Gear
  • Madden Strategy Item in Madden NFL 23 Ultimate Team
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Madden NFL 23 Standard Edition (Xbox Series X|S) Pre-order

  • Choice of 2 Elite Players (1 Offensive & 1 Defensive) in Madden NFL 23 Ultimate Team
  • All Madden Gear
  • Madden Strategy Item
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