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StarCraft, Wolfenstein 3 & Fallout New Vegas Remake Could All Be In The Works Over At Xbox
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StarCraft, Wolfenstein 3 & Fallout New Vegas Remake Could All Be In The Works Over At Xbox

With other big games also mentioned.As we shared earlier today in relation to Developer Direct, well-known Xbox reporter Jez Corden has put out a huge report/predictions piece on the future of Xbox in 2026 and beyond — and it namedrops some absolutely massive releases, even if they're still to be confirmed by their respective Microsoft development teams.In the extensive Windows Central article, Corden mentions Blizzard working on a third-person StarCraft shooter, MachineGames crafting Wolfenstei

Pure Xbox 07.01.2026 18:15 Uhr
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Sintropia Fruits Together Review

As a puzzle-platformer, Sintropia Fruits Together is a mid-tier fruit. A pear, maybe. But it could have been a top-tier fruit. With a little extra spark, it could have been a strawberry. The post Sintropia Fruits Together Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 07.01.2026 17:16 Uhr
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NBA 2K26 Season 4 Tips Off With All-Star Swagger And Hollywood Flair

NBA 2K26 is keeping the momentum rolling into the new year, with Season 4 bringing a serious dose of All-Star energy across MyCAREER, MyTEAM and The W. The post NBA 2K26 Season 4 Tips Off With All-Star Swagger And Hollywood Flair appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 07.01.2026 17:00 Uhr
Xbox Reporter Teases What Might Be Shown At Developer Direct, Including A Potential Surprise
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Xbox Reporter Teases What Might Be Shown At Developer Direct, Including A Potential Surprise

"It seems the four pillar franchises seem highly likely...".Xbox Developer Direct is right around the corner now, having been confirmed by Microsoft last month, and attention is quickly turning to predicting just what might show up at Xbox's annual January showcase in a few weeks' time. And, as per usual, reporter Jez Corden has put out a big predictions piece that teases some of what could happen at the event, including what sounds like a bit of a surprise from Team Green.We'll caveat this by s

Pure Xbox 07.01.2026 16:45 Uhr
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Kentum Review

If you like survival and base-building games, there should be enough on show in Kentum to whet your appetite. The post Kentum Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 07.01.2026 16:40 Uhr
Two Major Free-To-Play Games Are Set To Release On Xbox In January 2026
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Two Major Free-To-Play Games Are Set To Release On Xbox In January 2026

But there's concern around one of them.We've been busy drafting up a list of upcoming free-to-play games on Xbox for 2026 over the past few days, and we noticed two of the most major ones are actually coming out this month — or at least, that's the plan as things stand.The first of these is 2XKO, which is a free-to-play fighting game from Riot Games, known for developing the likes of League of Legends and VALORANT. 2XKO actually features characters from League of Legends, and it's based around "

Pure Xbox 07.01.2026 15:30 Uhr
The UK Games Industry Had Its Biggest Year Since 2020 Last Year
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The UK Games Industry Had Its Biggest Year Since 2020 Last Year

UK games revenue rose 7.4%.GamesIndustry.Biz has shared some news from the folks over at the Entertainment Retailers Association that suggests 2025 was a pretty big year for gaming in the UK.The ERA gathered data from multiple sources to show that UK customers spent ÂŁ5.4 billion on gaming in 2025, which is up 7.4% on the year before. "This is the largest rise that video games have seen in the UK since 2020", the site adds, where revenues shot up massively in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.Rea

Pure Xbox 07.01.2026 14:15 Uhr
New Guitar Hero-Style Game Announced For Xbox Alongside 'Telecaster Edition' Controller
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New Guitar Hero-Style Game Announced For Xbox Alongside 'Telecaster Edition' Controller

"Players can shred guitar, sing vocals, and build their own note charts...".It's been a very long time since a brand-new Guitar Hero-style game released on Xbox, with the last one being Rock Band 4 in 2015 (unless you count Fortnite Festival in 2023), but another one has now been announced for Xbox!This game is called Sound System, and it's being developed by the team at Echo Foundry Interactive, led by two veterans of the Guitar Hero, DJ Hero and Band Hero games. It's described as a "next-gener

Pure Xbox 07.01.2026 13:30 Uhr
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Is Available To Preload On Xbox, And It's Massive
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Is Available To Preload On Xbox, And It's Massive

The Xbox release is right around the corner.Square Enix is kicking off the year in a big way with the release of Final Fantasy 7 Remake on Xbox, and following last month's demo drop, the epic JRPG is now available to preload on Series X|S consoles.Launching January 22nd, this is a pretty early preload all-things considered, but we'll take it given how big the download is. We're looking at roughly 110GB for Final Fantasy 7 Remake on Xbox Series X|S; better get installing it ASAP then!Read the ful

Pure Xbox 07.01.2026 12:45 Uhr
Four Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass Premium (January 7)
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Four Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass Premium (January 7)

Four more titles make the jump from Ultimate.Welcome to your latest Xbox Game Pass roundup! Today's all about Microsoft's mid-tier service in the form of XGP Premium; where four games move over from the Ultimate library today, including some heavy hitters.Here's all four games available with Xbox Game Pass Premium today (January 7):Read the full article on purexbox.com

Pure Xbox 07.01.2026 12:00 Uhr
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One Button Games 5-in-1 Vol. 3 Delivers Five New Minimalist Challenges

One Button Games 5-in-1 Vol. 3 is the latest entry in Xitilon and ABA Games’ minimalist arcade series, available today on Xbox consoles and PC The post One Button Games 5-in-1 Vol. 3 Delivers Five New Minimalist Challenges appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 07.01.2026 11:26 Uhr
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Two New Budget Xbox Games Launch – SlimeFlip And Shroomageddon

Are you ready for a double dose of quirky indie fun? Synnergy Circle Games launches not one, but two new titles onto the Xbox and PC ecosystem. The post Two New Budget Xbox Games Launch – SlimeFlip And Shroomageddon appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 07.01.2026 10:57 Uhr
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Gridz Keeper Review

Gridz Keeper is 25-minutes of random lever pulling and the odd jolt of satisfaction when a puzzle is solved. The post Gridz Keeper Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 07.01.2026 10:37 Uhr
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Gridz Keeper Switches On A Zombie-Fuelled Puzzle Challenge

Gridz Keeper arrives with a simple but intriguing premise - in a world overrun by the undead, electricity might be humanity’s last hope. The post Gridz Keeper Switches On A Zombie-Fuelled Puzzle Challenge appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 07.01.2026 10:35 Uhr
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Pad Quad Review

Throw in a ludicrously easy level of challenge, and Pad Quad positions the player as a tennis pro while only offering amateurs to play against. The post Pad Quad Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 06.01.2026 21:51 Uhr
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Toad Slide Review

I’m happy that Toad Slide exists. The post Toad Slide Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 06.01.2026 21:29 Uhr
Today Marks 25 Years Since Bill Gates & The Rock Unveiled The OG Xbox
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Today Marks 25 Years Since Bill Gates & The Rock Unveiled The OG Xbox

How time flies.We're going to have a lot of anniversaries to celebrate over the next 12 months as the original Xbox approaches its 25th birthday, and one of those is the famous unveiling of the console by Bill Gates and Dwayne Johnson at CES 2001.This was undoubtedly a historic moment for Xbox and Microsoft — one that went over extremely well and remains fondly remembered to this day — and even Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson seems to have nostalgia for it these days too.Read the full article on purex

Pure Xbox 06.01.2026 20:45 Uhr
Exclusive: Xbox 360 Fan Talks To Us About Completing Their Collection After 20 Years
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Exclusive: Xbox 360 Fan Talks To Us About Completing Their Collection After 20 Years

"My mission is to get achievements in every single game...".A few days ago, a Redditor known as uncleseeth went viral after sharing a look at their completed collection of North American Xbox 360 titles, and we decided to reach out to them to find out more about how it came to be.Here's a look at that viral Reddit post:Read the full article on purexbox.com

Pure Xbox 06.01.2026 18:30 Uhr
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The Cute Whale Review

We stand - just about - on the right side of sokoban fatigue with The Cute Whale. That’s largely down to some cracking, well thought-out puzzle layouts that kept the cynicism at bay. The post The Cute Whale Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 06.01.2026 18:08 Uhr
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Saborus Review

Saborus is a unique, thought-provoking horror adventure that deserves credit for its premise, but struggles to fully deliver on its potential. It is worth experiencing for its bold design and unsettling atmosphere, but be prepared for rough patches along the way. The post Saborus Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 06.01.2026 17:56 Uhr
South Park Joins Fortnite This Week, Two Months After The Successful Simpsons Season
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South Park Joins Fortnite This Week, Two Months After The Successful Simpsons Season

"Chaos, loading...".It seems Fortnite has been having a ton of success with crossovers recently, especially when it comes to the big Simpsons one that took place back in November — and now another major cartoon crossover is on the way very soon.The official Fortnite account on social media has teased that South Park will enter the game on January 9th (this Friday), although no further details have been provided just yet. Here's a look:Read the full article on purexbox.com

Pure Xbox 06.01.2026 16:55 Uhr