Topic: xbox series
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Red Dead Redemption's Free Xbox Series X|S Upgrade Is Live
The free Xbox Series X|S upgrade for Red Dead Redemption is now available, though players are advised to claim it promptly as the offer currently shows a limited-time expiration. The launch was marred by technical issues that prevented many from accessing the upgrade, which Rockstar acknowledged ...
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Resident Evil 5 Remake Hinted by ESRB Rating
An ESRB listing for an Xbox Series version of *Resident Evil 5* with an "In-Game Purchases" tag has fueled speculation about a modernized remake, aligning with Capcom's recent practices. Supporting rumors include a social media hint from the original actor for Sheva Alomar, though conflicting rep...
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New Japanese Games: Ninja Gaiden 4, Double Dragon Revive & More
This week features major Japanese video game releases including Ninja Gaiden 4, Double Dragon Revive, and Once Upon a KATAMARI, available on multiple platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC. Additional notable titles such as Full Metal Schoolgirl and Persona 3 Reload on Switch 2 are also...
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Octopath Traveler 0 Town Size Limited on Some Platforms
Octopath Traveler 0 will have different town building placement limits by platform, with PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S allowing up to 500 placements, while the original Nintendo Switch is capped at 250. Visual performance varies significantly, with PS5 and Xbox Series X supporting 4K at 120 FPS, a...
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Forza Horizon 6 Release Date Confirmed for May
Forza Horizon 6 launches in May for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a PlayStation 5 version and early access for Premium Edition preorders to follow. The game will feature the largest map in the series, set in Japan, and will include over 550 cars available from launch day. The Japanese setting, fir...
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Borderlands 4 Black Friday Deal: Big Amazon Discount
Amazon is offering early Black Friday discounts on video games, including a significant price cut on the recently released Borderlands 4 for PS5 and Xbox Series X, ahead of the official sale start on November 20. Borderlands 4 introduces a new setting on the planet Kairos and refines the franchis...
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Dragon Quest VII, Nioh 3 Lead This Week's Japanese Game Releases
This week's major Japanese video game releases are led by the multi-platform reimagining of **Dragon Quest VII** and the debut of the action RPG **Nioh 3** on PS5 and PC. Other notable releases include the fighting game *My Hero Academia: All’s Justice*, the Switch visual novel *CARTAGRA*, and th...
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Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Leads This Week's Japanese Game Releases
This week's major Japanese video game releases include the Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake and Tales of Xillia Remastered, both launching on multiple platforms like PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC. Additional noteworthy debuts are Majogami, The Outer Worlds 2, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O...
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Massive Discounts on New Switch, PS5 & Xbox Games at Woot
Woot is offering major discounts on popular video games for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox, making recent releases more affordable. Specific standout deals include Monster Hunter Wilds for Xbox at $29.99, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge for PS4 at $9.99, and the Yu-Gi-Oh!...
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Top PS5 & Nintendo Switch Deals for Amazon Big Deal Days
Amazon's Big Deal Days event offers significant discounts on popular console games for PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, catering to various gaming preferences with budget-friendly options. Notable discounted titles include major releases like Assassin's Creed Shadows, Warhammer 40,000: Sp...
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US Video Game Hardware Sales Plunge in November
U.S. video game hardware spending fell sharply in November, dropping 27% year-over-year to $695 million, the lowest November total since 2005. The market slump was driven by record-high console prices, with the average selling price reaching $439, discouraging buyers during the holiday season. De...
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You Don't Need Skill to Love Ninja Gaiden 4 - Here's Why
Ninja Gaiden 4 is designed to be accessible to a broader audience, offering flexible gameplay that accommodates both casual players and those seeking deep, skill-based challenges without requiring mastery of complex mechanics. Developed by Platinum Games, the title emphasizes fluid, expressive co...
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Switch 2 and Tariffs Drive Game Console Spending Surge
A surge in U.S. video game hardware spending reached $312 million in August, up 32% year-over-year, driven by the Nintendo Switch 2 launch and new tariffs despite declines in other consoles. The Nintendo Switch 2 sold over 2.4 million units in its first three months, becoming the fastest-selling ...
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Japan's Gaming Week: Ghost of Yotei, Final Fantasy Tactics & More
Ghost of Yotei is a PlayStation 5 exclusive, while Digimon Story: Time Stranger and Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles are multi-platform releases across systems like PS5, Xbox Series, and PC. Other notable releases include Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 for Switch, UNYIELDE...
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This Unexpected Device Outsold Every PS5 and Xbox in the US
The Nex Playground, a motion-controlled cube console, achieved the second-highest unit sales in the U.S. for a key holiday week, outselling every individual PS5 and Xbox Series X|S model, though combined sales of all PlayStation or Xbox variants remained higher overall. This success follows a sim...
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Xbox's Phil Spencer Praises Valve's New Steam Deck Hardware
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer supports Valve's new gaming hardware, emphasizing that industry growth depends on expanded player and developer options on open platforms. Xbox's senior social marketing manager noted the Steam Machine's resemblance to 2019 leaked images of the Xbox Series S, sha...
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Battlefield 6 Breaks Franchise Record on Steam
Battlefield 6 set a new franchise record on Steam with over 747,000 concurrent players on its first day, making it the most successful launch in the series' history on the platform. The game's strong debut follows a highly popular Open Beta that previously attracted over 521,000 simultaneous play...
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