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gaming1 year ago

"Xbox Game Pass Surpasses 34 Million Fully Paid Subscribers"

Xbox Game Pass now has 34 million "fully paid" subscribers, with Xbox president Sarah Bond confirming the number during the announcement of Diablo 4 coming to Game Pass. Xbox head Phil Spencer clarified that the figure only includes fully paid subscribers, not those on free trials or promotional deals, and discussed the impact of last year's rebranding of Xbox Live Gold to Xbox Game Pass Core. Meanwhile, Sony has stopped revealing the number of PlayStation Plus subscribers, with its recent financial report noting a slight year-on-year decrease in subscribers.

via Video Games Chronicle|
#diablo-4#game-pass#gaming
gaming2 years ago

Exciting September 2023 Game Releases Revealed

The TA Playlist game for September 2023 has been announced, and it is Borderlands. Developed by Gearbox Software and published by 2K Games, Borderlands is a highly-rated "looter-shooter" FPS/RPG hybrid set in a space-Western sci-fi setting. Players take on the role of a mercenary Vault Hunter on the planet of Pandora, searching for a legendary stockpile of alien technology known as The Vault. With addictive gameplay, a massive arsenal of weaponry, RPG elements, and four-player co-op, Borderlands has spawned a popular franchise. Xbox Live Gold subscribers can play Borderlands as part of the Games With Gold program before it ends this month.

via TrueAchievements|
#borderlands#games-with-gold#gaming
technology2 years ago

Microsoft's Xbox Live Gold Replaced by Game Pass Core in Testing Phase

Microsoft is testing Xbox Game Pass Core, the replacement for Xbox Live Gold, with Xbox testers in the Alpha and Alpha Skip-Ahead rings. The subscription will include multiplayer support, deals, discounts, and a catalog of over 25 games. Initially, testers will have access to a limited library, including games like Psychonauts 2 and Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. The full library will be accessible at launch on September 14. Microsoft is updating Xbox Live Gold branding to Game Pass Core and encourages testers to provide feedback. Xbox Game Pass Core will launch next month after a price increase for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Game Pass for Console. The Xbox Game Pass Friends & Family plan will be discontinued on August 15.

via The Verge|
#gaming#microsoft#subscription-service
technology2 years ago

"Microsoft's Surface Laptop Studio 2: Specs, Xbox Live Gold changes, and stick drift-free controller"

Microsoft is planning to release the Surface Laptop Studio 2 with upgraded features such as Intel 13th-Gen processors and powerful NVIDIA 40-series GPUs. Xbox Live Gold will be replaced by Xbox Game Pass Core, offering additional benefits and a library of 25 high-quality games. Windows 11 Insider builds receive significant updates, including a modernized File Explorer and support for Dynamic Lighting. GameSir introduces the GameSir G7 SE Controller with Hall Effect sticks to prevent stick drift. A study suggests that ChatGPT, an AI chatbot, may have become less intelligent since its launch. Additionally, the article highlights various reviews and deals on tech products.

via Windows Central|
#gamesir-g7-se-controller#microsoft#surface-laptop-studio-2
gaming2 years ago

"Xbox Live Gold: A Nostalgic Journey Through Gaming Memories"

IGN's executive editor, Ryan McCaffrey, reflects on the memories and positive experiences associated with Xbox Live Gold as the original branding is phased out. McCaffrey reminisces about games like MechAssault, Ghost Recon, Rainbow Six 3, Links 2004, Halo 2, and 1 vs. 100, highlighting the impact of Xbox Live Gold on online multiplayer gaming. He praises the smooth experience provided by high-speed connections and the inclusion of chat headsets, and expresses sadness at the term "Xbox Live Gold" fading into obscurity, as it brought him countless hours of memorable entertainment.

via IGN|
#gaming#gaming-memories#halo-2
gaming2 years ago

Xbox Free Play Days: The Witcher 3 and PGA Tour 2K23 offer free gaming this weekend

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Live Gold subscribers can enjoy four free games this weekend through Xbox Free Play Days, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition, Meet Your Maker, PGA Tour 2K23, and TramSim: Console Edition. The games are available to play until Monday, with varying completion times ranging from 25 to 200 hours.

via TrueAchievements|
#free-to-play-games#gaming#the-witcher-3-wild-hunt
gaming2 years ago

"Microsoft Revolutionizes Gaming with Expanded Online Multiplayer in Game Pass and the End of Xbox Live Gold"

Microsoft's recent move to consolidate Xbox Live Gold under the Game Pass label has highlighted the illogical separation between online multiplayer access and Game Pass subscriptions. While Game Pass Core (formerly Gold) offers online multiplayer but not the full Game Pass library, Game Pass Console does not include online multiplayer. The only way to access both is through the more expensive Game Pass Ultimate. This tier system feels outdated and consumer-unfriendly, especially in an era where online multiplayer is expected. Microsoft should consider merging online multiplayer access with Game Pass Console to provide a more streamlined and logical subscription model.

via Forbes|
#game-pass#gaming#microsoft
gaming2 years ago

"Get Your Game On: Four Free Xbox Games to Try This Weekend"

Xbox Free Play Days is offering four big titles to try out this weekend, including MLB The Show 23, Super Mega Baseball 4, The Crew 2, and EA Sports UFC 4. Xbox Live Gold or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is required to take advantage of these offerings, with all four games available to play for free until July 9th. UFC 4 and MLB The Show 23 are also available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, while Super Mega Baseball 4 is currently 30% off and The Crew 2 is 90% off and available on the Ubisoft Plus subscription service. To download the games, search for them on the Xbox Store and hit the "Install, Included with Gold" or "Free Trial" button.

via Pure Xbox|
#gaming#ubisoft#video-games
gaming2 years ago

"Exciting Lineup Revealed for Xbox Games With Gold in July 2023"

Microsoft has revealed the Xbox Games with Gold line-up for July 2023, featuring Darkwood and When the Past was Around. Darkwood is a challenging survival horror game set in the eerie forests of the Soviet Bloc, while When the Past was Around is an adventure point-and-click puzzle game about love and moving on. Both games will be available to Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, with Darkwood available from July 1 to 31 and When the Past was Around available from July 16 to August 15.

via IGN|
#darkwood#gaming#when-the-past-was-around
gaming2 years ago

"May 2023 Xbox Games with Gold Features Star Wars Classic and More"

Microsoft has revealed the free games lineup for Xbox Live Gold subscribers in May 2023, which includes Star Wars Episode I Racer and Hoa. Star Wars Episode I Racer is an old-school podracing game where players can race as young Anakin Skywalker or any of the over twenty-one podracers. Hoa is a soothing, meditative puzzle-platformer set in a beautiful, mythologically inspired world.

via Gematsu|
#gaming#hoa#star-wars-episode-i-racer
gaming2 years ago

May's Xbox Games with Gold lineup revealed

Xbox Games with Gold May lineup includes Star Wars Episode I Racer and Hoa, available for free download for those with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Xbox Live Gold subscriptions. Star Wars Episode I Racer is a remaster of the classic 1999 racing game, while Hoa is an adventure game set in a mythologically inspired world. Both games are quick completions and offer easy Gamerscore.

via TrueAchievements|
#gaming#hoa#star-wars-episode-i-racer