All articles tagged with #xbox series x
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Pure Xbox
The article previews 30 upcoming Xbox Series X|S games for 2026, including titles like Final Fantasy VII Remake, High on Life 2, Resident Evil Requiem, and others, with release dates ranging from January to March and some available on Xbox Game Pass.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by IGN
Assassin’s Creed Shadows for PS5 and Xbox Series X is nearly 60% off at Best Buy, priced at $29.99 for a limited time, offering a feudal Japan open-world RPG with high praise and two playable protagonists, Naoe and Yasuke.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by GameSpot
Amazon has restocked the exclusive Steelbook Edition of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for PS5 and Xbox Series X, which includes a physical game, collectible art cards, and special packaging. The PS5 standard edition remains hard to find, with Amazon the only retailer currently accepting orders at a higher price, while the Xbox version is more readily available. The game has received critical acclaim and won awards, but controversy arose over the use of AI in its development, leading to disqualification from some awards.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by Pure Xbox
Larian Studios released a free upgrade for Divinity: Original Sin 2 on Xbox Series X|S, boosting the game to 60FPS and enhancing visuals, though some players face online compatibility issues between Xbox Series and Xbox One versions. The upgrade has generally been well-received, but further details on visual improvements are awaited.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by IGN
Best Buy is offering a $15 discount on Ninja Gaiden 4 for PS5 and Xbox Series X, reducing the price from $69.99 to $54.99 for one day only, making it a great holiday deal for fans of the game.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Kotaku
The Xbox Series X, originally priced at $650, is currently available at an 8% discount for $600 on Amazon, returning it to its spring/summer MSRP after previous price hikes. The console offers 4K gaming, a disc drive, fast load times, and access to streaming apps and Game Pass, making it a top choice for gamers, especially with the critically acclaimed game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 available on the platform.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Pure Xbox
The upcoming upgrade of Red Dead Redemption for Xbox Series X and S offers 4K resolution at 60FPS on Series X and 1440p at 60FPS on Series S, with early footage showing improved visuals and performance, available for free or at a discount for owners of the Xbox 360 version.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by EventHubs
BlazBlue is returning to consoles with the upcoming release of BlazBlue Entropy Effect X, a roguelike action game set in the BlazBlue universe, scheduled for early 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X, and Switch, featuring 14 characters and various editions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Gizmodo
Five years after its launch, the Xbox Series X has become less central in gaming, overshadowed by PC hardware and shifting industry priorities. Microsoft is focusing on a new gaming identity that de-emphasizes hardware and exclusivity, with plans for a high-end, business-class console and a broader ecosystem approach through cloud gaming and Game Pass. Despite hardware sales decline and lack of major exclusives, Xbox aims to redefine its role in the gaming landscape by emphasizing game quality and platform flexibility over traditional console dominance.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Eurogamer
Five years after their launch, the Xbox Series X and S consoles face a decline in consumer enthusiasm due to rising prices, lack of exclusive titles, and broader industry and political issues, leading to questions about the future of the Xbox brand despite the hardware's solid performance.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Pure Xbox
Digital Foundry's review of The Outer Worlds 2 highlights that the game performs better on Xbox Series X, with the console offering superior resolution and performance compared to PS5, which still needs improvements. The game fully utilizes Unreal Engine 5, and while impressive on Xbox, the PS5 version lags behind in several areas. The game is available in early access on Xbox, with a wider release on Xbox Game Pass soon.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Wccftech
A leaked version of AMD FSR 4 using INT8 format shows potential for improved image quality and performance on Xbox Series X and similar hardware, despite some visual artifacts and slower speeds compared to FSR 3. Digital Foundry's tests suggest it could benefit certain scenarios on RDNA 2 hardware, with AMD promising further updates to enhance performance and quality.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by GameSpot
Sacred 2: Fallen Angel Remaster, an enhanced version of the cult classic action RPG, is launching on November 11 for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with preorders available at Amazon for $30, including a physical release for consoles. The remaster features improved textures, UI, gameplay, and new content like the Dragon Mage class, appealing to both new players and fans of the series.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Windows Central
Costco has stopped carrying Xbox Series X|S consoles due to a business decision influenced by increased costs from US tariffs on Chinese imports, leading to higher prices and stock removal, while Xbox hardware remains available globally through other channels.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Tom's Guide
Microsoft has announced a second price hike for the Xbox Series S and X consoles in 2023, citing macroeconomic factors, with U.S. prices increasing by $20 to $50 and the Special Edition Xbox Series X now costing $799. This follows a previous increase in May and coincides with similar price hikes from Sony and Nintendo across their gaming consoles. Despite rising costs, Microsoft reports increased profits in its gaming division.