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We know you’re busy and might miss out on all the exciting things we’re talking about on Xbox Wire every week. If you’ve got a few minutes, we can help remedy that. We’ve pared down the past week’s news into one easy-to-digest article for all things Xbox! Or, if you’d rather watch than read, you can feast your eyes on our weekly video show above. Come back every Friday to find out what’s happening This Week on Xbox!
Xbox Celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day
As part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, I am honored to share the work that team Xbox is doing in gaming accessibility. Accessibility options enable more people to play, and with an estimated over 400 million gamers with disabilities on the planet… Read more
The Red Room Takeover has begun in Marvel’s Avengers
Prepare for a conquering of crimson. The Red Room Takeover Event has initiated in Marvel’s Avengers and will last until May 31. Agent James Woo has reported several anomalies within the HARM Room, linked to a computer virus that managed to make its way… Read more
Tim Schafer and Ben Reeves on Game Informer’s Psychonauts 2 Cover Story
In today’s Xbox Podcast with Major Nelson, Double Fine Production’s Studio Head Tim Schafer and Game Informer’s Senior Editor Ben Reeves join us to talk about this month’s Game Informer cover story that takes a deep dive into the creation of Psychonauts 2…. Read more
Roguelike Platformer Rising Hell Available Now
From the beginning of early access on PC up until the final version of Rising Hell releasing today for Xbox One, there was a lot of input from the players and community. We are incredibly grateful for all their feedback as it has made Rising Hell into a bigger… Read more
Escape to the Deep Woods in The Wild at Heart
Every one of us has at one time or another, dreamed of escaping our normal life. Escaping to discover adventure and excitement! The protagonist of The Wild at Heart, Wake, is doing exactly that. Wake’s been gathering supplies to enact ‘The Plan’; to build… Read more
Rust Console Edition Tips and Tricks
The island of Rust Console Edition – available today on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S — is a harsh place. Literally everything here wants to kill you; the local wildlife, other players and even the island itself will try their best to eliminate you and take your things… Read more
Coming Soon to Xbox Game Pass: The Wild at Heart, Conan Exiles, Knockout City, and More
Act surprised, we’re adding a bunch of games to Xbox Game Pass! We’ve also got touch controls for games, Perks for games, Quests for more games, and an offer if you haven’t had the chance to try Xbox Game Pass Ultimate yet to play more games. It’s all… Read more
Formula 1 is Revved and Ready for Rocket League
Take your place in the starting grid because Formula 1 is speeding into Rocket League today! Get ready to harness the power of the internationally iconic Formula 1 car with Decals for all 10 teams in the Formula 1 Fan Pack! This new car has been… Read more
Scarlet Nexus Demo Available Now for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S
Have you ever wondered what the future would look like if humanity developed superhuman powers? Dream of joining an elite crew to confront an onslaught of hideous monstrosities that threaten world peace? Well, wait no further, as the demo for Scarlet Nexus... Read more
Free Play Days – Gears 5 and F1 2020
Celebrate the launch of Operation 7 or get behind the wheel and race the best drivers in the world, all in this weekend’s Free Play Days. Gears 5 and F1 2020 are available for Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members to play from Thursday, May 20… Read more
The Riftbreaker is Coming to Xbox Game Pass on Day One This Fall
Long time no see! The last time I had an opportunity to speak to you I introduced the latest Exor Studios project, The Riftbreaker. Our latest game is a mix of a base-builder, survival, and action-RPG. You play the role of Captain Ashley Nowak, a member of the elite… Read more
F1 2021 Deluxe Edition: Iconic Drivers and More Revealed
The illustrious history of F1 is full of icons from every decade and era, right through to today’s superstars, like Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and Charles Leclerc. In F1 2021, the official video game of the Formula One World Championship from Codemasters… Read more
The Art of Fighting in Biomutant
Creating Biomutant’s fighting style came part and parcel with the development of its ever-evolving central character. Often mistaken for a raccoon, a cat, and even a red panda, our hero can be all of that and so much more! The same can be said for our hero’s… Read more
SnowRunner Available Today with Xbox Game Pass
The huge open world of SnowRunner has finally come to Xbox Game Pass! Enjoy the tranquility of the wilderness solo or jump into up to 4-player co-op as you join over two million other drivers. Here at Saber, we’re thrilled to welcome you at this huge milestone… Read more
Overwatch Anniversary Returns with Party-Packed Rewards and Challenges
Group up and party on the payload during the annual Overwatch Anniversary event on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. Overwatch is bringing back fan-favorite brawls and packing Anniversary Loot Boxes with commemorative items from the past and five new… Read more
Outward: New Graphic Overhaul and The Three Brothers DLC Available Today
Today, I would like to showcase some improvements we’ve made to Outward on Xbox One. Yes, the game was released over two years ago, but even to this day I am ecstatic to say we still have a community of players who delve into the dungeons of Aurai and… Read more
Aerial_Knight’s Never Yield: How Developer Neil Jones Made His Way Into the Games Industry
Some time ago, after years of searching for a job in games and never finding a real opportunity in the industry, I felt like I wasn’t good enough or there was something wrong with me, I wanted to give up. Before I did, I decided to give it one more shot, on… Read more
Retro Survival Horror and Roguelikes Collide in Outbreak: Endless Nightmares
The undead apocalypse returns to devour your flesh in Outbreak: Endless Nightmares, the world’s first retro survival horror roguelike. Experience the horrors through classic fixed camera, over the shoulder or first-person views as you and your fellow survivors… Read more
Rambo and John McClane Debut in Call of Duty
Season Three Reloaded is live on May 20 in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War and Warzone for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One and there’s a whole lot of new action to experience in multiplayer, Warzone, and Zombies. We’re kicking off with the ‘80s Action Heroes event… Read more
Party in Smite with the Monstercat Battle Pass, Azula from “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” and More
Smite has teamed up with electronic music label Monstercat for a high-energy battle pass, now available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. The Monstercat Battle Pass features iconic electronic artists Slushii, Sullivan King, Noisestorm, and Koven and brings character skins… Read more
Next Week on Xbox: May 24 to 28
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! Here we cover all the new games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows as well as upcoming Xbox Game Pass and soon-to-be released ID@Xbox titles! Get more details on the games below and click… Read more
Godzilla and Kong Clash in World of Warships: Legends May Update
Prepare for a battle between titans as the “Godzilla vs. Kong” collaboration begins at the start of the May update for World of Warships: Legends. The collaboration comes alongside new events, like revamped Ranked Battles and a campaign to earn a… Read more