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Forza Horizon 6 Dev Explains Campaign Progression & How You Can 'Deliver Food As A Side Hustle'
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Forza Horizon 6 Dev Explains Campaign Progression & How You Can 'Deliver Food As A Side Hustle'

"Forza Horizon 6 introduces a vast campaign of discovery".On the back of Xbox Developer Direct last month, we broke down how Forza Horizon 6 is bringing back the 'Festival Wristband' mechanic from the first Forza Horizon game - and how that system aims to alleviate some issues players have had with a lack of meaningful progression in recent series entries. Today, developer Playground Games has gone into more detail on this - whilst also teasing a brand-new side mission to do with being a food de

Pure Xbox 23.02.2026 20:30 Uhr
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Clue: Murder By Death Review

If you want a clear example of ambition outstripping the execution, then Clue: Murder By Death is your case. The post Clue: Murder By Death Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 19:42 Uhr
Guide: Resident Evil Requiem Release Date, Release Times & Install Size On Xbox Series X|S
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Guide: Resident Evil Requiem Release Date, Release Times & Install Size On Xbox Series X|S

Everything you need to know.Resident Evil Requiem brings Capcom's latest survival horror experience to players later this week, and it's safe to say this is one of the most highly-anticipated Xbox Series X|S games of the year so far.With that in mind, we've gathered up all the key details about RE Requiem ahead of its Xbox launch. From the game's release date to its exact launch times and install footprint on Xbox - here's everything you need to know about Resident Evil Requiem.Read the full art

Pure Xbox 23.02.2026 19:00 Uhr
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Little Legs Review

I’m absolutely a fan of Little Legs’ ambition. The post Little Legs Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 18:57 Uhr
Xbox's 'Pivot Away From Console' Had Been Failing And Questioned At Microsoft, Claims Report
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Xbox's 'Pivot Away From Console' Had Been Failing And Questioned At Microsoft, Claims Report

What does that mean for the future?A huge report has come out today about the supposed behind-the-scenes details of Phil Spencer's Xbox retirement, Sarah Bond's sudden departure and the arrival of new Xbox boss Asha Sharma, and the bit that everyone's focusing on is centred around the "Xbox everywhere" strategy and how pivoting away from console apparently hasn't worked out.In The Verge's report, it's claimed that the controversial "This is an Xbox" strategy was led by Sarah Bond under the direc

Pure Xbox 23.02.2026 17:37 Uhr
Xbox Creator Reveals His Two Tips For The New Microsoft Gaming CEO
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Xbox Creator Reveals His Two Tips For The New Microsoft Gaming CEO

"I think younger me would be screaming about this".All the way back in 2001, Seamus Blackley and his team did the unthinkable by creating a video game console over at Microsoft, and that original Xbox is about to celebrate its 25th anniversary later this year in November!Blackley hasn't been involved with Microsoft for a long time now, but he's certainly still a fan (or at least an avid observer) of the gaming industry, and speaking to GamesBeat in a new interview, he gave his thoughts on new Xb

Pure Xbox 23.02.2026 16:38 Uhr
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Highguard Review

Highguard stands as a brave but imperfect entry into the competitive shooter space. Worth trying, certainly. Worth committing to long term? That depends on how quickly and effectively it evolves. The post Highguard Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 16:29 Uhr
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Forget the Tricks: MAVRIX by Matt Jones is a Masterclass in Momentum

MAVRIX by Matt Jones stands as an intriguing Early Access experiment - occasionally frustrating, often rewarding and absolutely brimming with potential. The post Forget the Tricks: MAVRIX by Matt Jones is a Masterclass in Momentum appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 15:57 Uhr
Former Xbox Employee Returns After 13 Years As New Chief Of Staff
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Former Xbox Employee Returns After 13 Years As New Chief Of Staff

"I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position".In the midst of all the leadership changes taking place at Xbox last week, it was quietly revealed on LinkedIn by former Xbox employee Craig Cincotta that he's now the new "Chief of Staff, OCEO Xbox".OCEO stands for "Office of the CEO", and Cincotta has a few connections to the new Microsoft Gaming CEO and Xbox boss, Asha Sharma. For one, they were both working in marketing at Microsoft back in 2013, and then they both also joined the insuran

Pure Xbox 23.02.2026 15:10 Uhr
Phil Spencer Responds As Industry Legends Celebrate His Xbox Career
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Phil Spencer Responds As Industry Legends Celebrate His Xbox Career

"Games will definitely continue to be a passion".The sudden announcement of Phil Spencer's retirement at Xbox last Friday sent shockwaves throughout the gaming industry, and a whole lot of industry legends have been taking to social media to celebrate his career over the weekend.He's been responding to a lot of them, too! The likes of former Xbox boss Peter Moore, former Nintendo bosses Reggie Fils-Aime and Doug Bowser, Moon Studios co-founder Gennadiy Korol, Final Fantasy director Naoki Hamaguc

Pure Xbox 23.02.2026 14:00 Uhr
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Loan Shark Review

If you’re more interested in treating it as a one-and-done experience, letting the atmosphere wash over you, then Loan Shark has so much more value. The post Loan Shark Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 13:43 Uhr
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Surviving Mars: Relaunched Review

Whilst questions can be raised as to whether Surviving Mars: Relaunched is needed as a full new release, the gameplay is still absolutely solid. The post Surviving Mars: Relaunched Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 13:38 Uhr
Xbox CEO Shares Her Three Favourite Games Of All Time, Along With Her Gamertag
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Xbox CEO Shares Her Three Favourite Games Of All Time, Along With Her Gamertag

It's a good list, and she's a Chrono Trigger fan too!We all know that ex-Xbox boss Phil Spencer is a massive gamer, but new Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma doesn't come from a gaming background in terms of her career. That said, she's still got great taste in Xbox games!Sharma was asked about her three favourite games on social media over the weekend, to which she revealed that Halo, Valheim and GoldenEye 007 were those three. Halo and GoldenEye would be in many people's top lists, but Valheim

Pure Xbox 23.02.2026 13:00 Uhr
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Love Eternal Review

If precision platforming wasn’t chilling enough, Love Eternal coats it in thick, horrifying atmospherics. There’s nowhere to hide: the closest you will get to safety is the momentary haven of a checkpoint.  The post Love Eternal Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 12:11 Uhr
Three Games Are Available This Week With Xbox Game Pass (February 24-26)
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Three Games Are Available This Week With Xbox Game Pass (February 24-26)

Including an Xbox first-party release!Welcome to your latest Xbox Game Pass update! This week, we've got three games entering the library — starting on Tuesday — with that first title being the surprisingly popular TCG Card Shop Simulator for Xbox Series X|S and PC.Here's a quick breakdown on that one, alongside your two other XGP additions this week:Read the full article on purexbox.com

Pure Xbox 23.02.2026 12:00 Uhr
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Roguematch: The Extraplanar Invasion Review

Roguematch: The Extraplanar Invasion made for an odd relationship. I loved it and hated it in roughly equal measure. The post Roguematch: The Extraplanar Invasion Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 10:15 Uhr
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Disciples: Domination Review

Disciples: Domination is an enjoyable sequel that builds on the original in certain ways, but remains a very similar experience to what came before, complete with the same drawbacks. The post Disciples: Domination Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 09:21 Uhr
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Fruitbus Review

It doesn’t demand anything of you. Its customers will happily wait weeks, if not months for you; they don’t mind. You can do whatever you want. And that’s Fruitbus’ secret sauce. A warm community spirit without expectations. The post Fruitbus Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 23.02.2026 09:09 Uhr
'No Tolerance For Bad AI' - New Xbox Boss Says Games Need 'Great Stories Created By Humans'
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'No Tolerance For Bad AI' - New Xbox Boss Says Games Need 'Great Stories Created By Humans'

AI slop is out of the question, she says.With the new Xbox boss (Asha Sharma) coming from an AI background inside of Microsoft, there's been a lot of discussion about how AI will be integrated into her Xbox vision, which she chose to address in an interview with Variety.Speaking to the outlet on Friday, Sharma advised that she has "no tolerance for bad AI" when it comes to game development, explaining that AI will continue to be part of the process, but "great stories are created by humans."Read

Pure Xbox 22.02.2026 19:00 Uhr