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Xbox Console Updates Continue As New 'Cloud Save Sync' Indicator Rolls Out To Insiders
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Xbox Console Updates Continue As New 'Cloud Save Sync' Indicator Rolls Out To Insiders

A small but very useful addition.We've talked this month about how pleasantly surprised we've been with the new features that have arrived specifically for Xbox consoles, and we've got another one rolling out today to Alpha and Alpha Skip-Ahead Xbox Insiders!This is a "cloud save sync" indicator that's going to be visible when viewing the Game Card tile on any game you like, revealing the current status of your game save. This should be particularly useful when bouncing from one platform to anot

Pure Xbox 24.03.2026 13:00 Uhr
Microsoft Adds Three New Dynamic Backgrounds For Xbox Series X|S (March 2026)
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Microsoft Adds Three New Dynamic Backgrounds For Xbox Series X|S (March 2026)

Including two first-party additions!Microsoft has added three new dynamic backgrounds to its Xbox Series X|S collection here in March 2026 - two first-party efforts from the Xbox team, alongside a brand-new drop to coincide with the release of epic RPG Crimson Desert.Read the full article on purexbox.com

Pure Xbox 24.03.2026 12:00 Uhr
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Docked Review

You will be pleasantly surprised by how enjoyable moving containers around a port can be. A big part of that enjoyment stems from the story of Docked, closely followed by the precision of the gameplay. The post Docked Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 24.03.2026 10:39 Uhr
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Xbox Game Pass Gets A Massive Boost – Including A 5/5 Must-Play RPG Giant

It’s another big week for Xbox Game Pass, and this time the spotlight is firmly on one of the biggest RPGs of recent years as a number of new games hit the subscription service. The post Xbox Game Pass Gets A Massive Boost – Including A 5/5 Must-Play RPG Giant appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 24.03.2026 09:15 Uhr
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Decode Historic Symbols In Cipher Monk: Ancient Calculus

Not every puzzle game shouts for your attention, some prefer to whisper. Cipher Monk: Ancient Calculus is very much the latter. The post Decode Historic Symbols In Cipher Monk: Ancient Calculus appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 24.03.2026 09:12 Uhr
Talking Point: Do You Think Project Helix Will Support Physical Xbox Games?
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Talking Point: Do You Think Project Helix Will Support Physical Xbox Games?

Or is MS going all-digital?With lots of talk about Project Helix coming out of GDC 2026, we know a little bit more about Microsoft's next-gen vision - including high-level details on the hardware, how developers will be able to make use of it, and the fact that Xbox is trying to bring everything together in a more seamless PC-meets-console ecosystem. That has us thinking, will the next-gen Xbox support physical games at all?This is a pretty tough question to answer with the details we have right

Pure Xbox 23.03.2026 20:30 Uhr
EA Announces Server Shutdown & Delisting Plans For Battlefield Hardline On Xbox
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EA Announces Server Shutdown & Delisting Plans For Battlefield Hardline On Xbox

"You will no longer be able to purchase it".We've got a big delisting and server shutdown announcement to bring your way today, as EA has announced that the 2015 shooter Battlefield Hardline will be delisted in May and go offline in June.This is specifically for the Xbox One and PS4 versions of Battlefield Hardline, as the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions have long since been delisted, and the PC release isn't actually being affected as part of today's announcement.Read the full article on purexbox.com

Pure Xbox 23.03.2026 19:00 Uhr
Here's What ICARUS: Console Edition Looks Like On Xbox Series X|S
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Here's What ICARUS: Console Edition Looks Like On Xbox Series X|S

How the new Xbox versions stack up.Amidst the 40+ games releasing on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this week, we've got a survival PvE multiplayer game from the creator of DayZ known as ICARUS: Console Edition, which officially releases on March 26th.This game has been on PC for years now, where it holds a "Mostly Positive" score on Steam based on almost 30,000 user ratings, and now it's officially making the jump to consoles. The first couple of reviews have dropped this afternoon, along with

Pure Xbox 23.03.2026 17:30 Uhr
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Don’t Mess with Bober Review

The concept alone sells Don’t Mess With Bober, with it being strong enough to ensure the idea is worthy of praise. The post Don’t Mess with Bober Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.03.2026 16:19 Uhr
Three Games Are Available This Week With Xbox Game Pass (March 24-26)
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Three Games Are Available This Week With Xbox Game Pass (March 24-26)

Including some day one goodness!Welcome to your latest Xbox Game Pass roundup! We have a few games spread over the course of the coming week here, including indie hit Absolum which makes its Xbox debut in just a few days' time.Here's a quick breakdown on what's coming to Xbox Game Pass this week (March 24-26):Read the full article on purexbox.com

Pure Xbox 23.03.2026 16:00 Uhr
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Defending Camelot – Tower Defense Action Review

I look at the breadth of stuff in Defending Camelot - Tower Defense Action and kind of marvel. The post Defending Camelot – Tower Defense Action Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.03.2026 15:29 Uhr
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First Time in Rome Collector’s Edition Review

First Time in Rome Collector’s Edition averages out as promising but faulty. It’s got too many rough edges to recommend to newbies, but there’s plenty to satisfy a fan of the genre. Treat it as ‘Further Reading’, rather than an essential to pack for holiday. The post First Time in Rome Collector’s Edition Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.03.2026 15:26 Uhr
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Order 13 Review

In Order 13, you’ll fall in love with the cat and the actual job mechanics, but there isn’t much of a story, and during your time with the game, you’ll understand little about what is going on.  The post Order 13 Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.03.2026 15:06 Uhr
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Pinball FX – Bethesda Pinball Review

Pinball FX - Bethesda Pinball is the latest set in a long line of enjoyable tables added to the expanding library. Some may feel it is a little pricey, but if you’ve enjoyed Pinball FX previously, or looking for a place to start, this is as good a place as any to get stuck in.  The post Pinball FX – Bethesda Pinball Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.03.2026 14:36 Uhr
Xbox Partner Preview Event Announced For March 2026
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Xbox Partner Preview Event Announced For March 2026

SEGA, GSC Game World & more will feature!Microsoft has today announced an Xbox Partner Preview event for March 2026! The third-party focused showcase takes place later this week, and will feature the likes of SEGA, GSC Game World, Owlcat Games and more.Here's what Xbox has to say about its Partner Preview event ahead of time:Read the full article on purexbox.com

Pure Xbox 23.03.2026 14:30 Uhr
Xbox's Call Of Duty Team Drops Hint About 2026 Title As Modern Warfare Gets Huge Steam Sale
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Xbox's Call Of Duty Team Drops Hint About 2026 Title As Modern Warfare Gets Huge Steam Sale

MW4 is coming...Earlier this month, we got our first hint at what to expect from Call of Duty 2026 as branded soda cans began showing up at certain retailers, but over the last few days, some official happenings in the world of COD have provided real teases about this year's title. It's very much looking like Modern Warfare is back for 2026.This has been rumoured for some time now, but over the weekend, our first official hints at a return to Modern Warfare materialised. First off, Infinity Ward

Pure Xbox 23.03.2026 14:00 Uhr
Screamer Is Out On Xbox This Week, And Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About It
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Screamer Is Out On Xbox This Week, And Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About It

"Join the competition and race side by side with fearless drivers".One of the games we mentioned in our latest "Next Week" roundup here at Pure Xbox on Saturday was Screamer, which is an arcade racing title that's launching across multiple platforms (including Xbox Series X and S) on March 26th.We've been keeping a keen eye on this one for a while, and the reviews bizarrely started going live yesterday on a Sunday of all days! Here's the good news though - the critics seem to be enjoying it on t

Pure Xbox 23.03.2026 13:00 Uhr
Crimson Desert Patch 1.03 Is Making Major Improvements On Xbox & PC
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Crimson Desert Patch 1.03 Is Making Major Improvements On Xbox & PC

Live now on PC, Xbox update to come.Developer Pearl Abyss has today detailed patch 1.03 for its open-world RPG Crimson Desert, and it brings some major improvements to the game across all platforms, including on Xbox Series X|S and PC. The update is now live on PS5 and most PC storefronts, with Xbox consoles getting version 1.03 "at a later time"."Patch 1.00.03 will become available on Xbox, Epic Games Store, and Mac App Store at a later time... We'll provide updates on when all the patches for

Pure Xbox 23.03.2026 12:00 Uhr
Two Xbox Executives Announce Their Departures From Microsoft
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Two Xbox Executives Announce Their Departures From Microsoft

Both had worked at the company for around a decade.We've got a couple more departures to share from Team Xbox, as it's been announced this week that Lori Wright and Haiyan Zhang will be leaving Microsoft soon, with both having spent around a decade each at the company.Lori Wright was the Corporate Vice President of Partnerships, Business Development & Marketing at Xbox, in which her role involved "publishing and platform partnerships, content licensing, developer programs, and market expansi

Pure Xbox 22.03.2026 17:00 Uhr