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Next Week on Xbox: New Games for March 18 – 22

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for March 18 – 22

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Every week, Next Week on Xbox brings you all the upcoming games for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass! You can learn more about these games below and click on their profiles for more information (release dates are subject to change). Let’s begin!


Lightyear Frontier (Game Preview)
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Lightyear Frontier (Game Preview)

FRAME BREAK, Amplifier Studios

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★

Get it now

Lightyear Frontier – March 19
Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Start your interstellar homestead in this peaceful open-world farming adventure! Build your sustainable exofarm, grow alien crops, customize your mech, and explore a new world full of mystery with up to three friends!


MLB® The Show™ 24 - Xbox Series X|S Standard Edition (Pre-Order)
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MLB® The Show™ 24 – Xbox Series X|S Standard Edition (Pre-Order)

MLB

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★

$69.99
Pre-order

MLB The Show 24 – March 19
Game Pass

Available on day one with Game Pass! Swing for the fences, experience game-deciding moments, become a legend and live out your baseball dreams in MLB The Show 24. Want to hit the field early? Game Pass members can unlock up to four days early access plus deluxe edition bonus content with the purchase of the Digital Deluxe Add-On Bundle.


Alone in the Dark
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Alone in the Dark

THQ Nordic

☆☆☆☆☆
6
★★★★★

Get it now

Alone in the Dark – March 20
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Alone in the Dark weaves a chilling tapestry of psychological horror and Southern Gothic charm, reimagining the iconic game that set the benchmark for the genre. Journey to interbellum Louisiana, where an era of decadence hides a darker tale – of escape from past traumas and an intolerant society, into the waiting grasp of something darker, something that has patiently lurked for impossible eons.


Master Maker 3D Ultimate
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Master Maker 3D Ultimate

Eastasiasoft Limited

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★

Get it now

Master Maker 3D Ultimate – March 20
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Play as Master Maker, a young builder who possesses a special boomerang hammer capable of collecting items, destroying boxes, and defeating enemies from a distance! In this 3D adventure inspired by classics of the ’90s, you can explore and build freely. Presented in high-definition 3D style, Master Maker 3D Ultimate is a low-poly action experience that’s fun for the whole family.


Power of Ten
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Power of Ten

Pew Times Three

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★

$11.99
Pre-order

Power of Ten – March 20
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

It’s your starfighter against a bloodthirsty armada. Gather weapons, resources, and upgrades to help you hold back the relentless tide and protect the galaxies civilians. If you don’t succeed, try again with a whole new galaxy.


FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
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FINAL FANTASY XIV Online

SQUARE ENIX

☆☆☆☆☆
266
★★★★★

Get it now

Final Fantasy XIV Online – March 21
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Join over 30 million adventurers worldwide and take part in an epic and ever-changing Final Fantasy. Experience all the hallmarks of the best-selling franchise — an unforgettable story, exhilarating battles, and a myriad of diverse and captivating environments to explore. Party up with friends or play solo! Experience all the main story dungeons on your own by calling upon NPC allies to fight by your side.


House Flipper 2
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House Flipper 2

Frozen District

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★

Get it now

House Flipper 2 – March 21
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Whether you have lots of experience with makeovers or you’re just a beginner, House Flipper 2 brings new features and improves the ones from the first game. The classic hammer, the reliable paint roller, and the strong mop are all ready for you! The new graphics make our houses look sharper than ever!


Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure
Xbox Live

Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure

Jetpack Collective, The Iterative Collective

☆☆☆☆☆
7
★★★★★

Get it now

Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure – March 21

Explore and gather resources, farm the land, craft tools, build your base or a cozy home – Ikonei Island is yours to discover! Befriend magical creatures and fight monsters with your friends or adventure solo!


Scott Whiskers in: the Search for Mr. Fumbleclaw
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Scott Whiskers in: the Search for Mr. Fumbleclaw

Fancy Factory – an Axel Friedrich company

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★

Get it now

Scott Whiskers in: the Search for Mr. Fumbleclaw – March 21
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Join Scott Whiskers on his quest to find Mr. Fumbleclaw – the future star of the legendary cat beauty contest “Ricky’s Finest”. A modern, funny and family-friendly point & click adventure game about cats, Star Trek and life itself. Created in the spirit of the classics of the genre like Monkey Island, Broken Sword, or Zak McKracken.


Stunt Paradise
Xbox Live

Stunt Paradise

Brinemedia

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★


$7.99

$6.79
Pre-order

Stunt Paradise – March 21
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Welcome to Stunt Paradise, the ultimate destination for extreme driving and heart-pumping stunts! Buckle up and prepare to experience the thrill of a lifetime as you take on the most epic challenges on four wheels. Push your driving skills to the limit as you perform ridiculous stunts, including jumping off ramps, flipping through the air, and smashing through explosive obstacles.


Tram Simulator Urban Transit
Xbox Live
Xbox Play Anywhere

Tram Simulator Urban Transit

astragon Entertainment

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★


$19.99

$17.99
Pre-order

Tram Simulator Urban Transit – March 21
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

Take on the role of a tram driver and manager in Angel Shores, the North American-themed city from the popular bus simulator game Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop. Drive 6 tram models, from cutting-edge, sleek trams to those with a classic, timeless charm through the lively city with its numerous sights.


DARKGEMS (Xbox Series)
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DARKGEMS (Xbox Series)

Xeneder Team

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★

Get it now

DarkGems – March 22
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

A cartoony mining rogue-lite game set in the deep gemstone caverns. Journey through three randomly generated maps filled with zombies, ghosts, and demons. Keep an eye on your rapidly ending energy supply – one cannot survive in the dark dungeon without a light.


Dragon's Dogma 2
Xbox Live

Dragon’s Dogma 2

CAPCOM CO., LTD.

☆☆☆☆☆
9
★★★★★

$69.99
Pre-order

Dragon’s Dogma 2 – March 22
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Dragon’s Dogma is a single-player, narrative driven action RPG series that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more. Now, in this long-awaited sequel, the deep, explorable fantasy world of Dragon’s Dogma 2 awaits.


Gambit Shifter
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Gambit Shifter

Volcanite Games

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★

Get it now

Gambit Shifter – March 22

A relaxing, minimalist puzzle game for chess experts and beginners alike! Take control of a single piece, solve your way through 80+ hand-crafted levels, and lose yourself in the zen-like atmosphere as you advance!


Space Moves
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Space Moves

Desert Water Games

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★

Get it now

Space Moves – March 22
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A sci-fi puzzle adventure game that features a unique game mechanic where enemies move in sync with the main protagonist (grid based movement mechanics).

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Xbox Insider Release Notes – Beta (2404.240311-2000)

Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Beta ring today.

It’s important we note that some updates made to these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles. We will continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal or behind the scenes, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device.

Details can be found below!

Xbox Insider Release Notes

System Update Details

  • OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN25398.4016.240311-2000
  • Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 14, 2024
  • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 15, 2024

New Features and Experiences

We have exciting news! Beta users can expect something new coming to their Xbox Update Preview.

Xbox Wireless Controllers

We’re releasing a new version of the Xbox Wireless Controller firmware today which includes improvements to unexpected disconnections when using a wired headset.

If your controller needs an update, you will be prompted to install it once the controller is powered on and connects to your console. You can also open the Xbox Accessories App to install the update manually if you missed or dismissed the prompt.

Fixes Included

Thanks to all the great feedback Xbox Insiders provide and the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented with this build:

Parties

  • Fixes to address an issue where no members would be listed when attempting to invite club members to a party.

System

Known Issues

While known issues may have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes, they are not being ignored! However, it may take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. If you experience any of these issues, we ask that you please follow any guidance provided and file feedback with Report a Problem.

Audio

  • Some users have reported experiencing intermittent audio issues across the dashboard, games, and apps.
    • Troubleshooting: If you do experience issues, please confirm your TV and all other equipment have the latest firmware installed. If you are unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance. You can also find additional troubleshooting tips here: Troubleshoot audio on your Xbox console.
    • Feedback: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware and troubleshooting further, please submit feedback via Report a Problem when you are experiencing the issue. Use the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”.
      • Note: Be sure to include as much information as possible about the issue, when it started, your setup, troubleshooting you have completed, and any additional information that will help us reproduce the issue.

Networking

  • We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to the network immediately on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
    • Workaround: Wait a minute or two for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide then file feedback with Report a Problem. Learn more about restarting here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.

As always, be sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of any issues you encounter. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.

What Happens to Your Feedback

If you’re an Xbox Insider looking for support, please visit the community subreddit. Official Xbox staff, moderators, and fellow Xbox Insiders are there to help with your concerns.

When posting to the subreddit, please look through the most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to existing threads with the same issue before posting a new one. This helps us support you the best we can! Also, don’t forget to use “Report a Problem” before posting – the information shared in both places helps us understand your issue better.

Thank you to every Xbox Insider in the subreddit today and welcome to the community if you’re just joining us! We love that it has become such a friendly and community-driven hub of conversation and support.

For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox Update Preview ring!

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Unables is Available Now on Xbox

  • Throw everyone and everything around.
  • Quirky humor in a physics-bending universe.
  • Twist the surroundings to get things done your own way.

Unleash Your Inner Puppet Master in Unables!

Do you crave a world where the laws of physics bend to your will and the results are laugh-out-loud funny? Just try Unables, the physics-based puzzle game that throws traditional controls out the window!

Unables Let's Go

Unables is full of awfully lazy characters. These lethargic souls are simply unwilling to exert even the slightest effort. Shoelaces remain untied, dishes pile up eternally, and even escaping prison seems like an insurmountable task. But fear not, that’s where you step in.

Since controlling the characters directly is out of the question, Unables flips the script entirely. You take charge of the environment itself! Using innovative gameplay mechanics, you manipulate the surroundings, tilt the playing field, and unleash a series of wacky contraptions to nudge, push, and propel the hapless characters toward their objectives. 

Unables screenshot

Unables offers a delightfully diverse world to explore. Across 15 unique maps, you’ll encounter a variety of settings, each brimming with humor and personality. Ever dreamed of orchestrating a prison break without a single pickaxe swung? Or perhaps a zero-gravity space adventure where the biggest threat is your own inertia? Unables throws you into these scenarios and many more, challenging you to solve puzzles and complete objectives before the clock runs out.

Unables isn’t just about physics-based mayhem, it’s also a laugh riot! The game is infused with a quirky sense of humor that unfolds through witty dialogue, hilarious situations, and the sheer absurdity of its core concept. Visually, Unables stuns with a vibrant and eye-catching cartoon art style that perfectly complements its lighthearted tone.

Beyond the core gameplay, Unables offers a wealth of hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Each level is packed with clever Easter eggs for eagle-eyed players.  As you progress, you’ll unlock a collection of peculiar new levels, each one introducing fresh challenges and gameplay twists. And if that’s not enough, the game is filled with unlockables and unexpected surprises that we won’t spoil here – just be prepared for the delightful chaos!

Unables is a breath of fresh air in the gaming world. It’s a game that embraces silliness, celebrates the power of physics, and rewards your creativity. So, if you’re ready to unleash your inner puppet master and experience side-splitting laughs along the way, Unables is the perfect game for you!


UNABLES
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UNABLES

Forever Entertainment S. A.

☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★


$12.99

$11.69
Get it now

UNABLES is all about physics, puzzles and comedy. Welcome to a world where characters are so lazy, that even the player is unable to control them. Take matters into your own hands by controlling the environment instead, with the innovative gameplay mechanics!

THROW EVERYONE AROUND!

The game comes equipped with a 360-degree, slow-motion precision controls to sway, spin, push, shove and catapult everything and everyone on screen. No outlaw, zombie, or procrastinating vampire is safe anymore. Use physics to solve puzzles, complete quests, unlock peculiar levels, and reveal all the secrets!

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Get To Know Our Team: Donovan – Technical Program Manager (OS/Hardware Flighting & Hardware Readiness)

Get To Know Our Team
Donovan
Technical Program Manager (OS/Hardware Flighting & Hardware Readiness)

Hi, everyone! Wynn here. After a short break, we’re back with another Xbox Insider Team interview. Today we’re chatting with Donovan—a Technical Program Manager who primarily works with the OS and Hardware Flighting sector. How’s it going Donovan?

Going well! Glad to have the time to sit down and chat.

Absolutely man. To begin, let’s tell the readers at home a little about yourself.

Cool cool. So, I was born and raised in Houston, Texas but I moved to Seattle back in 1999, so I’ve been here 24 years now.

There’s a county back in Georgia spelled like “Houston” but they pronounce it “House-ton”, which always confused me as a kid.

Yeah, and some Houstonian’s will even say, “You-ston” as well, so it’s really dealer’s choice.

You got to Seattle in ’99, so are you another Microsoft near-lifer like Dean? [Note for Readers: Dean is another member of the team.]

Oh, no. I only started here back in 2017. Before that I was doing property management for multi-family housing.

Wow, that’s quite the career shift! What made you decide to make the change?

I’ve always been really big into technology, especially building computers. So, an opportunity presented itself to interview for this team and I knew I had to go for it.

Oh cool! You started directly on this team?

Yeah. I remember I had been out on Lake Chelan the week before the interview, and I got sunburned. I was hoping that it would tan over before I had to go in. Well, of course, it didn’t. I walked into the interview room with Brad and Leland, and I remember thinking how silly I looked with a peeling forehead.

Well, they obviously didn’t mind!

No, the interview actually went really well; all things considered. The maybe slightly more embarrassing thing is that shortly after the interview I ended up going to Coachella and getting burnt again. Which ended up still being visible when I took my original employee photo.

Oh man. Those last almost as long as a driver’s license.

Haha. Exactly! Luckily, it wasn’t too visible, but it was definitely there for several years.

I had something similar happen on an old license in high school. They said my hair was obscuring my face, so they made me put it up. But I didn’t have a hair tie, so they gave me a scrunchie and I had to just throw it up. It looked awful.

Okay, so it’s 2017, and you’re here on the Xbox Insider Team. What happens next?

I was mostly working with Jon with regard to collecting feedback from all of the Xbox Insiders and surfacing that to our engineering team. I also partnered with Austin to optimize the survey / reporting experiences all up.

I did that for around three years before I was offered a position on the Customer Support team. So, I transferred over there and worked on Xbox Support for a while. After the pandemic—and through an org shift—I actually ended up back on the Xbox Insider team. Now, I support hardware readiness on devices and accessories for both first- and third-party teams. We also collect tons of data to help with engineering.

Wow! You must have come over with Crews then? [Note for Readers: Crews is another member of the team.]

Yeah, we moved over together as part of that shift.

Sweet deal. Well, can you tell us anything about what you’re working on currently?

Definitely! Right now, I’m [REDACTED].

Oh. Oh, I can’t say any of that can I?

Haha. Sorry, I set you up a little. Unfortunately, the nature of what I work on means I can’t really talk about much publicly. I can’t even tell most of the team half of what I’m doing.

Ah, that’s why your calendar had all those “Top Secret” meetings today.

Something like that.

All right. Well, for the things that you do have clearance to discuss. What’s been your favorite thing you’ve worked on for XIP?

Oh, hands down it was the Project Scorpio launch. That was just such an exciting time, and it’s easily been the most fun I’ve had at Microsoft so far.

I still remember getting my Project Scorpio Edition in retail stores. That was a fun launch.

Let’s move into the rapid-fire questions. Do you have a game that’s really impacted you over the years?

I’ve got a couple of more “artsy / indie” picks. I really love Firewatch and LIMBO. Kind of different games, but both of their atmospheres just really sucked me in. Then, for something a little more recent, I just can’t put down Apex Legends. It’s so good.

I played a good amount of Apex when it first launched, but I ended up going back to my one true love Fornite.

I like the first-person and movement aspects better, so that’s why I stuck with it.

All right. Do you have an all-time favorite song or album?

Hmm. 25 or 6 to 4 by Chicago is definitely my favorite song, off their Chicago II album.

Great track. The guitar solo rips.

Yeah, Hendrix even said in interviews that he thought Chicago’s guitarist at the time was the best in the world.

I should check more of them out. I don’t go too far back into that era often.

Okay, any comfort show that you can just put on for background noise?

South Park. Doesn’t matter what season, I could have any episode on and enjoy it.

What about outside of the world of entertainment? Any interests or hobbies?

I absolutely love the outdoors. Being in nature, camping, I can’t get enough. I’m also an avid snowboarder.

You and Tyler should shred some time then. Though, it does occur to me that if you had stayed in Houston, you might never have found snowboarding.

Ha. Funny how life works out that way, huh?

Truly. Well, I see we’re coming up on time. Any final thoughts for our Community?

Just that I’ve always really enjoyed working to make sure that all Xbox Insiders have a voice here, and that I really thank everyone who has submitted feedback over the years. I’ve definitely read a ton of it and it’s so important to our business.

Beautifully said. Thanks so much for stopping by Donovan.

The pleasure was mine!

Xbox Insiders, be sure to be on the lookout for more content all throughout February including more interviews from the team, a trip down memory lane, and so much more. All of our 10th Anniversary content can be found on our Hub Page.

Until next time! Wynn/

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All the Exciting Xbox News from Capcom Highlights

Street Fighter 6 Akuma Screenshot

All the Exciting Xbox News from Capcom Highlights

Broken into two eagerly anticipated events, Capcom Highlights showcased what the game publisher has been busy cooking up for Xbox fans. The results look compelling across the board — particularly for fans of action-adventure titles Capcom has become famous for — with new details for Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, Dragon’s Dogma 2, Exoprimal, and Street Fighter 6.

Capcom Highlights, for those who don’t know, is a worldwide online event that is different from Capcom Showcase, where they announce new details about their upcoming games, and deliver the latest news from Capcom to Xbox fans across the globe.

Catch up on all the news below:

Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess

This single-player, mystical action-strategy game is Capcom’s newest franchise. Its unique setting is surreal and at times psychedelic, full of wild enemy designs and kinetic, particle effect-filled actions. The game is set on a cursed mountain called Mt. Kafuku, where players will take the role of Soh with the goal of cleansing the mountain of corruption and restoring peace to the villages.

Rendered with beautifully modulated lighting effects, dynamic day and night cycles are essential to the experience. During the light of day, Soh joins forces with the rescued villagers to strategize and prepare for impending battles; come nightfall, Soh, along with the Maiden Yoshiro and the villagers, confront the embodiment of defilement on Mt. Kafuku, the Seethe. Soh wields a sword and fights the Seethe in a style reminiscent of a Shinto dance known as Kagura, as well as unleash the immense power within the sword’s Tsuba guards. The player must also constantly adapt to dynamic battle conditions, and take advantage of the different villager roles in order to protect the Maiden and cleanse the mountain of its curse: woodcutters, archers and ascetics are at the ready, altogether providing a nice combination of support abilities and raw strength and skill. You can learn even more about Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess here on Xbox Wire from our recent Xbox Partner Preview broadcast.

Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is powered by Capcom’s acclaimed RE Engine and will be available day one with Xbox Game Pass for console, PC, and Cloud, as well as on Xbox Series X|S and Windows.

Dragon’s Dogma 2

Director Hideaki Itsuno and Producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi were on hand to explain some exciting announcements surrounding the release of their upcoming title, Dragon’s Dogma 2. Players will be able to party up with as many as three AI-driven “Pawn” characters; the decisions the player makes throughout the game will impact the relationships between their own Arisen and other characters, as well as the interactions and dynamics between those AI characters. How one tackles quest objectives and interactions with other characters is what drives these systems, and sometimes hinges on the player’s ability to employ creative solutions to avoid physical altercations (think: bribery, counterfeiting objects, etc). In a world comprised of over 1000 unique characters, the player’s choices will have a dramatic ripple effect on the interpersonal dynamics among them.

Additionally, Itsuno and Hirabayashi showed the Dragon’s Dogma 2 Character Creator and Storage tool. Available for free to download now on the Xbox Store, the tool provides players the option to create up to five unique designs for their Arisen and Main Pawn characters each, and will be instantly transferred to the full game when Dragon’s Dogma 2 drops on March 22 for Xbox Series X|S — the game is also currently available for pre-order here on the Xbox Store. The company plans to release official Capcom support Pawns created by renowned content creators in the near future as well.

Exoprimal

Exoprimal is Capcom’s popular third-personal dinosaur shooter, and a new update — dubbed Title Update 4 — is coming next month. This newest free content drop is a big one, including two new game modes and six additional Exosuit Beta variants for players to equip. The coming season will also include an unexpected but welcome Mega Man crossover, complete with a new boss battle and a grip of Mega Man-themed cosmetics.

The new modes sound Intriguing for sure: “Time Loop Rebellion” is a co-op challenge, where ten players take on the game’s final boss, the Behemoth, in an expanded, even more fearsome form. Players can earn new rewards, including (but not limited to) golden “first class” Exosuit skins. The other new mode, dubbed simply “Custom Match,” lets players create their own lobbies and select their map and mission type(s), à la carte. These custom rooms can be shared cross-platform, thereby expanding the opportunities for cooperative hijinks. There’s even a new setting thrown in for good measure, called “Quick Brawl”; here, Exofighters can jump straight into their favorite final missions, including the more PvP-focused varieties.

As mentioned, six brand new Beta variant Exosuits will be available in the update as well, boosting the total to thirty. And you’ll be suiting up soon, as Exoprimal Title Update 4 is slated to drop on April 17th.

Street Fighter 6

Last but not least, Capcom unveiled a little something to excite the Street Fighter heads. Shown off in the form of a blistering teaser trailer, the publisher announced that fan-favorite demon Akuma will be coming to its top-tier fighting game, Street Fighter 6. The legendary Akuma will be available in Battle Hub, Fighting Ground, as well as World Tour mode, with new missions and a unique area to boot. While no specific release date was given, Capcom says he’s on track to release sometime this Spring.

Stay tuned to Xbox Wire for all the latest news on your favorite upcoming Xbox games.


Dragon's Dogma 2
Xbox Live

Dragon’s Dogma 2

CAPCOM CO., LTD.

☆☆☆☆☆
7
★★★★★

$69.99
Pre-order

Standard Edition Pre-Order Bonus:
– Superior Weapons Quartet

Note: The above bonus may also be available later. There are other sets that include this item.

Set forth on your grand adventure, Arisen!

Dragon’s Dogma is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG series that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more. Now, in this long-awaited sequel, the deep, explorable fantasy world of Dragon’s Dogma 2 awaits.

On your journey, you’ll be joined by Pawns, mysterious otherworldly beings, in an adventure so unique you will feel as if accompanied by other players while on your own adventure.

All of these elements are elevated further through physics technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and the latest in graphics, to create a truly immersive fantasy world in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

*Ray tracing is not supported on Xbox Series S.

©CAPCOM
DRAGON’S DOGMA is a trademark and/or registered trademark of CAPCOM CO., LTD. and/or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries.


Street Fighter™ 6
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Street Fighter™ 6

CAPCOM CO., LTD.

☆☆☆☆☆
633
★★★★★


$59.99

$40.19
Get it now

Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the series.

Powered by Capcom’s proprietary RE ENGINE, the Street Fighter 6 experience spans across three distinct game modes featuring World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.

Diverse Roster of 18 Fighters
Play legendary masters and new fan favorites like Ryu, Chun-Li, Luke, Jamie, Kimberly and more in this latest edition with each character featuring striking new redesigns and exhilarating cinematic specials.

Dominate the Fighting Ground
Street Fighter 6 offers a highly evolved combat system with three control types – Classic, Modern and Dynamic – allowing you to quickly play to your skill level.
The new Real Time Commentary Feature adds all the hype of a competitive match as well as easy-to-understand explanations about your gameplay.
The Drive Gauge is a new system to manage your resources. Use it wisely in order to claim victory.

Explore the Streets in World Tour
Discover the meaning of strength in World Tour, an immersive, single-player story mode. Take your avatar and explore Metro City and beyond. Meet Masters who will take you under their wing and teach you their style and techniques.

Seek Rivals in the Battle Hub
The Battle Hub represents a core mode of Street Fighter 6 where players can gather and communicate, and become stronger together. Use the avatar you create in World Tour to check out cabinets on the Battle Hub floor and play against other players, or head over to the Game Center to enjoy some of Capcom’s classic arcade games.

Your path to becoming a World Warrior starts here.

Online Play
Capcom provides various online services for this game, including online-only content.
* Certain elements of this game cannot be accessed without an internet connection.
* A Capcom ID is required to use online-only content.
* For information on the services related to Capcom ID and how to use it, please visit the official Capcom ID website (https://cid.capcom.com/). Please note that there may be cases wherein use of Capcom ID is age-restricted.
* For online-only content, a separate paid membership service (Game Pass Core) is required.
* Capcom may temporarily suspend online services in the event of unforeseen circumstances.


Exoprimal
Xbox Live
Xbox Play Anywhere

Exoprimal

CAPCOM CO., LTD.

☆☆☆☆☆
595
★★★★★


$59.99

$29.99
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Exoprimal is an online, team-based action game that pits humanity’s cutting-edge exosuit technology against history’s most ferocious beasts – dinosaurs.​​

Exosuits are grouped into different roles, and players will pilot these exosuits to hold firm against overwhelming dinosaur swarms in online-only, team-based action game modes.
Dino Survival, the main game mode, sees two teams of five players compete in a variety of PvE and PvP missions.
Players will be transported to the scene of the latest dinosaur outbreak and follow Leviathan’s guidance to complete objectives. The team that completes the mission first will emerge victorious.
Whether players are engaging the other team directly, or fighting alongside them against a common enemy, the aim is to accomplish objectives as quickly as possible. Missions vary depending on player skill and other factors, meaning no two matches will unfold the same way.

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Deep Board Game Strategy in the World of Dune

I saw the original “Dune” movie in 1984; I didn’t know anything about “Dune” at the time, and to be honest, afterwards I didn’t really understand what I’d just seen. But it piqued my interest enough that I read the book and fell in love with Frank Herbert’s tale of grand conflict, interwoven plots and prophecies, and – of course! – massive sand worms.

Forty years later, with a new “Dune” film in theaters from Denis Villeneuve and Legendary Entertainment, tabletop strategy gamers around the world have given Dire Wolf’s board game, Dune: Imperium, a tremendous reception since its release, with numerous awards and recognitions. And now we’re expanding the conflict on Arrakis to a whole new world of gamers in a crossplay digital adaptation on Xbox.

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Dune: Imperium combines deck-building and worker placement to deliver a highly thematic board game experience, where leaders plot and scheme to maneuver their pieces into appropriate positions in a complex world of intrigue. Our game welcomes each player to portray a leader of a Great House of the Landsraad, fighting over control of Arrakis and the spice trade.

Each player is not only waging a land war for precious territory and resources, however. They must also court the key pillars of the Imperium – the Emperor, the Landsraad Council, the Spacing Guild, the Bene Gesserit, CHOAM, even the Fremen – all NPC factions offering strategic advantages to any House who earns their favor. In one game, you might play as Duke Leto Atreides and befriend the Fremen and make an alliance with the Spacing Guild. In another, you might be Baron Harkonnen, exploiting your opponent’s weaknesses with the Bene Gesserit’s secrets and schemes, while tying your destiny to the Emperor.

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We take a “what if?” approach to gameplay, staying true to what each faction should feel like within the context of the game, but allowing players to divert from the specific political alliances and events in the book allowing a new, yet authentic, “Dune”narrative to emerge in every playthrough.

This “what if” approach goes even further. In the book, one of the reasons that Duke Leto becomes a target is that the Atreides family has attracted some of the best allies in the Imperium. Thufir Hawat is a celebrated Mentat, Gurney Halleck is an inspirational military leader, while Duncan Idaho is an unrivaled swordsmaster. In Dune: Imperium, all of these powerful figures who loyally served House Atreides in the books are now available to any House to recruit. What if the Beast Rabban rose to power with Duncan at his side? Or if House Richese aligned with Lady Jessica? You get the idea.

Dune screenshot

Finally, the story of “Dune” is not only about politics. Why would you be recruiting swordmasters and military geniuses if there weren’t wars to be waged? So, we obviously had to inject a healthy dose of military conflict into the game. Every round, there is a conflict that players can engage with, a skirmish or battle to be won. You’ll have to decide whether to use your cards to send your agents into battle or toward other endeavors. Keeping a watchful eye on your opponents is key; if a battle is heating up between two of your rivals, perhaps it’s better to sit it out and instead muster some troops for future conflicts. Much like the films, we’ve made a game where the fate of the Imperium is determined by the choices you make. What strings will you pull? Who will you trust or betray? How much will you claim, destroy, or sacrifice? With every card comes another choice and challenge that takes the story in a new direction, making each game an epic and memorable adventure.

Dune: Imperium launches today on Xbox!


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Dune: Imperium

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Experience the ultimate blend of strategy and intrigue as you navigate the treacherous landscapes of Arrakis in the award-winning board game Dune: Imperium!

* Battle online, locally with AI, or against the formidable House Hagal.
* Earn Achievements that showcase your prowess as a leader.
* Embark on more than a dozen Challenges that will test your wit and cunning.
* Compete for badges in the rotating Skirmish Mode where no two games are the same!

Arrakis. Dune. Desert Planet. Raise your banner above the vast wasteland before you. As the Great Houses of the Landsraad marshal their forces and their spies, whom will you influence, and whom will you betray? A tyrannical Emperor. The secretive Bene Gesserit. The shrewd Spacing Guild. The ferocious Fremen of the Deep Desert. The power of the Imperium can be yours, but war is not the only way to claim it.

Dune: Imperium blends deck-building and worker placement in a deeply thematic new strategy game where the fate of the Empire hangs on your decisions. Will you seek political allies or rely upon military might? Economic strength or subtle intrigues? A council seat… or a sharpened blade? The cards are dealt. The choice is yours. The Imperium awaits.

In Dune: Imperium, you’ll step into the role of one of the leaders of the Great Houses of the Imperium in a struggle to control the planet Arrakis and the invaluable Spice it provides.

The game plays out in a series of ten rounds, each of which is defined by a new Conflict on the surface of the planet; some award critical resources, and some provide Victory Points that will propel you to dominance. But choose your battles wisely: spread your forces too thin, and you’ll find your enemies growing too strong to oppose.

Each round, you’ll draw a hand of five cards from your deck, which will get stronger over the course of the game as you acquire new cards. Each card can be played in one of two ways: To send an Agent out into the Imperium to gather resources, or to Reveal at the end of the round to purchase new powerful cards. You must maintain a careful balance to get the most of the resources available to you. How will you find your path?

As your game progresses, you’ll vie for Influence with four factions of the Imperium: The Emperor, the economically powerful Spacing Guild, the mysterious Bene Gesserit, and the ferocious Fremen of the deep deserts. Earning Influence among the various groups helps you to earn the Victory Points you need…but will you compete with your rivals for their favor, or abandon alliances to pursue other opportunities?

Many strategies are at your disposal, and many paths to victory. The cards are dealt. The choice is yours. The Imperium awaits.

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A Journey Through For the Warp

  • Rogue-like meets deck building in space.
  • Huge card variety suited for different play styles.
  • Tips for beginner players.

For The Warp invites gamers to navigate through a procedurally generated galaxy, each playthrough offering a unique and unpredictable experience. Set in a pixelated universe, the game’s charming retro aesthetic belies the depth of its strategic gameplay.

Customize Your Run

FTW menu

Start your run with one of seven ships, each with its unique deck, basic stats and equipment slots. Each nudges you into a different play style, that you can follow or ignore, the choice is up to you! Buy, find and trade equipment, allowing you to upgrade your spacecraft with more fire-power, durability or special traits!

So Many Cards…

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The game has 120 cards and 34 equipment components, which you can find mix and match, full of synergies and gameplay opportunities. You can get them after clearing a level, during procedural generated events, or just by scavenging space waste, so remember to explore each system thoroughly.

Tips to Help You Succeed

FTW screenshot
  • The shields are preserved between turns, take advantage of this. Alternate between attacking and setting up shields.
  • Never underestimate the power of controlling your enemy’s intent! With cards that change the enemy’s intent you can stop them from attacking!
  • You can gain fuel after each combat or purchase it on space stations. So, feel free to explore around the entire map.
  • Don’t be afraid of scrapping cards that aren’t helping your current build.
  • Follow those beacons! In them you can find shortcuts, new cards and equipment and even entirely new systems!
  • Your HP is only refilled when you change systems, so manage it wisely.
  • The cards and equipment are shared between all ships, only the starter deck is different for each one.

For The Warp was developed by Massive Galaxy Studios and it’s ImaginationOverflow’s first title as a publisher, all the team from both studios hope you enjoy this new entry on the Xbox family!


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For the Warp is a roguelike deck-building game in space!

Discover and add new cards to your arsenal and increase your chances of surviving. Explore procedurally generated systems and fight your way to the warp gate

Encounter allies and foes, ancient civilization ruins, unlock powerful technologies and ships.

You assembled a ragtag team for a dangerous trade route, but suddenly the nearest warp gate was destroyed. You have no option but to take the longest route and deliver your valuable cargo to make a hefty profit… Just survive and reach for the warp gate!

Features
– 7 ships and more than 150 play cards
– Explore procedurally generated systems and fight your way to the warp gate
– Encounter allies and foes, ancient civilization ruins, unlock powerful technologies and ships
– Discover and add new cards to your arsenal and increase your chances of surviving.
– Pixelart by Kirokaze
– Synth-pop music made by Martyn Stonehouse

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Dive into the Raw Fury Xbox Publisher Spotlight Sale – Up to 80% off

  • 18 games with a major discount starting today through March 25.  
  • Two-week exclusive sale with up to 80% off the original price. 
  • Get a smorgasbord of games and genres for a fraction of the price. 

It’s March! To herald in the fresh new spring, we are excited to announce that we are basically (almost, almost) giving away a ton of our games. From March 12-25, we are celebrating the Raw Fury Xbox Publisher Spotlight Sale—and our games are up to 80% off!

Get ready to embark on mysterious adventures in Call of the Sea, go on a journey of self-discovery on your hoverbike in the alien landscape of Sable, and unleash your inner hero in Kingdom Eighties. Just to mention a few! In the sale you can also find the highly original arcade experience Pizza Possum, and the turn-based battle RPG Cassette Beasts where you collect, battle, and fuse with beasts that you find on the mysterious island of New Wirral. But that is just glimpse of what you can get: the wide selection of games spans from heart-pounding action to brain-teasing puzzles, from immersive RPGs to adrenaline-pumping shooters. Whether you’re a battle-hardened veteran or are fresh-faced and eager to dive into something new; this is your smorgasbord. And it is ready for you to explore! 

For us, the Raw Fury Xbox Publisher spotlight is a real highlight of the year. We love our Xbox players, and whether you have experienced us through playing our titles with Game Pass or have just dived in when they launched (or beyond), we thank you – as this is one of our favourite places to be. And the joy we have experienced through dialogue with the Xbox community is one that we love – feel free to hit us up on our socials and tell us if you checked out any of our games. And if there is something you want to try, now is the time, as our games are super cheap (up to 80% off in some cases). Check out our music video above for the complete list of discounts. It’s delightfully unhinged, but you know, in a good way! 

But,, if you don’t want to listen to our lovely song – which you are missing out on if you don’t watch it – you can find the complete list of games and their lovely discounts below:  

Content TypeDiscount
Atomicrops 75%
Call of the Sea60%
Cassette Beasts30%
Dandara80%
Gonner 270%
Kathy Rain80%
Kingdom Eighties30%
Kingdom Two Crowns75%
Kingdom Two Crowns: Norse Lands15%
Kingdom New Lands85%
Night Call80%
Norco50%
Pizza Possum25%
Sable60%
The Longest Road on Earth 65%
The Mosaic80%
Townscaper45%
West of Dead75%

    The Raw Fury Xbox Publisher Spotlight Sale runs from March 12-25 – The smorgasbord is set up – are you ready to dig in?

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    Take On the Mirror Borg in Star Trek Online: Both Worlds, Out On Xbox Today

    “We are the Borg. Resistance is Futile.” These seven words, first uttered in 1989, forever cause chills to run down our spines as Star Trek fans. The Borg are an implacable, unstoppable foe, one who has menaced the characters of many Star Trek shows for decades. Now, Star Trek Online has unleashed a new version of those Borg, one far fiercer than ever before.

    It’s well known to Star Trek fans that there is another universe, called the Mirror Universe, where everything seems backwards. Good people are unrepentant villains, and the world is dark and cruel. Everything in the Prime Star Trek Universe exists there, but we’ve never seen the Mirror Universe’s version of the Borg, until now. Blasting through a portal into our world, these Mirror Borg are more advanced and far more aggressive than the Borg we know. Resistance, they say, will be annihilated.

    Now, teaming up with Captain Harry Kim and Captain Ezri Dax (both portrayed by their original actors, Garrett Wang and Nicole de Boer), your Captain must stop these Borg before they can take a foothold in our universe. If you fail, everything will die.

    Star Trek Online has long been known as the place to go for continuation of classic Star Trek stories. From the Bluegills, to the Tzenkethi, to the Voth, Star Trek Online has taken threads that were cut for time from the original Trek shows and developed them into full blown stories. For the past year, players have been battling the Mirror versions of Captain Janeway and Admiral Leeta, but as that conflict resolved, the Mirror Borg came through to wreck our hopes of peace.

    In the newest release, Star Trek Online: Both Worlds, players will take the fight to the Mirror Borg as they attempt to place a beach head in our universe. Battle them in a new story mission, including facing their mysterious leader, the Borg King. And for fans of the classic Borg, you can replay one of the most defining moments of Star Trek’s history, the Battle of Wolf 359, in a brand new Task Force Operation.

    The developers of Star Trek Online are huge Star Trek fans, and they relish the opportunity to expand the canon. The Mirror Borg are a unique opportunity to tweak a foe that is very familiar for Star Trek Online fans. The original Borg were one of the very first enemies brought in to Star Trek Online nearly fifteen years ago, and as the player Captains’ powers have grown, this once terrifying threat has been reduced to much less of a challenge. The Mirror Borg bring the Borg back to their roots, once again causing nightmares to reverberate through the Star Trek Universe.

    Should you choose to face these new Borg, do it with caution, and get ready to modulate your frequencies. We’ll see you out there in the Final Frontier. Star Trek Online: Both Worlds is available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One today.

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    Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha (2404.240308-0140)

    Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Alpha ring today.

    It’s important we note that some updates made to these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles. We will continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal or behind the scenes, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device.

    Details can be found below!

    Xbox Insider Release Notes

    System Update Details

    • OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN25398.4004.240308-0140
    • Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 11, 2024
    • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 12, 2024

    Experience Changes

    Please be aware this Xbox Update Preview includes the following experience or feature updates.

    Microsoft Edge – Sidebar

    • To improve stability, all first-party hub apps including notably, Copilot Chat, Outlook, Teams, Games, and the ability to add websites to the sidebar as well as the section in Settings are being removed. The shopping and browser essential features are still available.

    Fixes Included

    Thanks to all the great feedback Xbox Insiders provide and the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented with this build:

    Accessibility

    • Fixes to improve narrator readout in the guide when viewing friends and making changes to the friendship.

    Capture & Share

    • Fixes to address an unexpected error in the guide when viewing recent captures.

    Network Transfer

    • Fixes to address an unexpected error that could occur when initiating a network transfer if the content already exists.

    Settings – Subscriptions

    • Fixes to address an unexpected error that could occur when viewing subscriptions.

    System

    Known Issues

    While known issues may have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes, they are not being ignored! However, it may take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. If you experience any of these issues, we ask that you please follow any guidance provided and file feedback with Report a Problem.

    Audio

    • Some users have reported experiencing intermittent audio issues across the dashboard, games, and apps.
      • Troubleshooting: If you do experience issues, please confirm your TV and all other equipment have the latest firmware installed. If you are unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance. You can also find additional troubleshooting tips here: Troubleshoot audio on your Xbox console.
      • Feedback: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware and troubleshooting further, please submit feedback via Report a Problem when you are experiencing the issue. Use the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”.
        • Note: Be sure to include as much information as possible about the issue, when it started, your setup, troubleshooting you have completed, and any additional information that will help us reproduce the issue.

    Networking

    • We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to the network immediately on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
      • Workaround: Wait a minute or two for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide then file feedback with Report a Problem. Learn more about restarting here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.

    As always, be sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of any issues you encounter. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.

    What Happens to Your Feedback

    If you’re an Xbox Insider looking for support, please visit the community subreddit. Official Xbox staff, moderators, and fellow Xbox Insiders are there to help with your concerns.

    When posting to the subreddit, please look through the most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to existing threads with the same issue before posting a new one. This helps us support you the best we can! Also, don’t forget to use “Report a Problem” before posting – the information shared in both places helps us understand your issue better.

    Thank you to every Xbox Insider in the subreddit today and welcome to the community if you’re just joining us! We love that it has become such a friendly and community-driven hub of conversation and support.

    For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox Update Preview ring!

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