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Microsoft Issues Xbox Email Addresses As Part Of 'Strengthening The Xbox Identity'
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Microsoft Issues Xbox Email Addresses As Part Of 'Strengthening The Xbox Identity'

According to a new report.We've heard a lot recently about how Asha Sharma is trying to initiate the "return of Xbox", and while this isn't a major revelation or anything, The Verge's Tom Warren says new Xbox email addresses are playing a part in that.According to Warren, Microsoft is issuing Xbox email addresses to all of its gaming employees, with an internal memo describing this change as being part of "strengthening the Xbox identity inside and outside of Microsoft".Read the full article on

Pure Xbox 29.04.2026 19:30 Uhr
Wasteland Remastered Dev Promises To Reward Xbox Fans For 'Error' That Made It Free
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Wasteland Remastered Dev Promises To Reward Xbox Fans For 'Error' That Made It Free

They're removing the broken one and giving away a new version.Back in mid-April, we reported that Xbox was giving away Wasteland Remastered for free on the Microsoft Store, but something we didn't realise at the time was that after claiming it, players were struggling to get it to work at all.It turns out it was never supposed to be given away for free anyway. The developer behind Wasteland Remastered (InXile Entertainment) has taken to social media to reveal that it was an "error" on Xbox's par

Pure Xbox 29.04.2026 18:40 Uhr
Steam Controller Vs. Xbox Controller: What The Critics Are Saying So Far
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Steam Controller Vs. Xbox Controller: What The Critics Are Saying So Far

They're inevitibly drawing comparisons.If you've been following the news surrounding the Steam Machine and everything else that Valve is doing at the moment, you'll likely have come across reviews for the new Steam Controller this week, which retails for a pretty expensive £85 / $99 and will be going on sale starting May 4th.Of course, this is not a console controller — it's meant for PC, and will have compatibility with the Steam Machine as well. In fact, we already know that it won't work with

Pure Xbox 29.04.2026 18:00 Uhr
Former ESO Lead Speaks Out On Xbox's Decision To Cancel New ZeniMax MMO
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Former ESO Lead Speaks Out On Xbox's Decision To Cancel New ZeniMax MMO

"Making games is always a heartbreaking business".Last summer, seismic news shifted through the world of Xbox as Microsoft cancelled multiple projects and laid off hundreds of developers, with one of those cancellations being 'Project Blackbird', a new MMO from the folks behind The Elder Scrolls Online. It's a shame that this Cyberpunk RPG never came to market, and we're not the only ones disappointed by that either.Former ZeniMax Online lead Matt Firor has been talking about the unfortunate cas

Pure Xbox 29.04.2026 16:30 Uhr
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Magin: The Rat Project Stories – The Deliverer Of Dark Emotional Twists

There is something immediately intriguing about Magin: The Rat Project Stories. Maybe it is the name. Maybe it is the tone. Or maybe it is the promise of a world where emotions are not just narrative flavour, but the very fuel that powers everything. The post Magin: The Rat Project Stories – The Deliverer Of Dark Emotional Twists appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 29.04.2026 16:22 Uhr
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MotoGP 26 Races Onto Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC

MotoGP 26 leans heavily into authenticity, bringing the full 2026 season with official riders, teams, bikes and tracks. But the headline addition is how the sport now evolves alongside you. The post MotoGP 26 Races Onto Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 29.04.2026 15:39 Uhr
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Zoo Orbs: Safari Roars Onto Xbox And PC

If your gaming habits are starting to feel a bit… samey, then Zoo Orbs: Safari might just be the breath of fresh air you need - unless of course you played the original Zoo Orbs! The post Zoo Orbs: Safari Roars Onto Xbox And PC appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 29.04.2026 15:17 Uhr
Xbox Gets A New 'Zelda-Like' As Elementallis Brings Its Retro-Style Adventure To XB1 & Series X|S
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Xbox Gets A New 'Zelda-Like' As Elementallis Brings Its Retro-Style Adventure To XB1 & Series X|S

Following its successful Kickstarter campaign a few years ago.A few years ago, a developer by the name of IvĂĄn Ruiz Lozano published a Kickstarter campaign for a "Zelda-Like" game known as Elementallis, and it not only got funded in 24 hours, but ended up raising five times as much as it needed!Flash forward to 2026, and Elementallis has just released across multiple platforms including Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. This is a top-down action adventure game that appears very reminisc

Pure Xbox 29.04.2026 15:06 Uhr
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Ultra Crystal Rush – Absolutely Relentless!

Ultra Crystal Rush is a precision platformer that wastes no time showing you exactly what it expects. The post Ultra Crystal Rush – Absolutely Relentless! appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 29.04.2026 14:52 Uhr
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Peter Pan: Hidden Objects Invites You Back To Neverland

Second star to the right… and straight onto your Xbox. Peter Pan: Hidden Objects has arrived on Xbox. The post Peter Pan: Hidden Objects Invites You Back To Neverland appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 29.04.2026 14:37 Uhr
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Take In A Relaxed Slice Of Sim Bliss With Cozy Valley Life On Xbox And PC

Occasionally it is good to slow things down. Cozy Valley Life understands that perfectly, bringing a gentle, feel-good life sim experience to Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC with Play Anywhere support. The post Take In A Relaxed Slice Of Sim Bliss With Cozy Valley Life On Xbox And PC appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 29.04.2026 14:14 Uhr
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CyberBlocker Complete Edition Blasts Onto Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC

It's the simplest ideas which are the hardest to put down. CyberBlocker Complete Edition lands, taking the classic brick-breaking formula and firing it into a neon-soaked, bullet-filled future. The post CyberBlocker Complete Edition Blasts Onto Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 29.04.2026 14:08 Uhr
New Golden Week 2026 Sale Sees Hundreds Of Games Discounted On Xbox
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New Golden Week 2026 Sale Sees Hundreds Of Games Discounted On Xbox

Including Marathon, Monster Hunter, Metal Gear and more!Our latest big new sale has just gone live on the Xbox Store! This is the Golden Week 2026 sale, which sees loads of AAA games (and indie games for that matter) being reduced for the next week until May 6th.There are plenty of highlights in here too, including "Lowest Price Ever" discounts for the likes of Final Fantasy XVI, Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth and Octopath Traveler 0, while major recent releases such as Final Fantasy VII Remake

Pure Xbox 29.04.2026 14:00 Uhr
Xbox Sends Out $5 Call Of Duty 'Campaign' Bonus, But It's Not What It Seems
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Xbox Sends Out $5 Call Of Duty 'Campaign' Bonus, But It's Not What It Seems

It's not tied to the actual Black Ops 7 story campaign.Xbox occasionally offers up bonus gift cards for participating in select promotions, and when this happens, they're usually tied to something nice and simple like a big digital sale the team wants to promote. Sometimes though, they're a little more specific - and this new Call of Duty-related promo is one of those times; and it's rather confusing to boot.Basically, some Xbox players have received a new message from Microsoft about a bonus $5

Pure Xbox 29.04.2026 13:00 Uhr
Trepang2 Is Now Live On Game Pass, Here's How It Looks On Xbox Series X|S
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Trepang2 Is Now Live On Game Pass, Here's How It Looks On Xbox Series X|S

"Fight back, find the truth and face a threat even deadlier than yourself".As we mentioned back at the start of the week, single-player FPS Trepang2 is out today on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate, Premium and PC subscribers, and we thought you might want to see how it looks on Series X and S!This game sees you playing as an escaped soldier with supernatural abilities as you attempt to "give the bad guys a taste of their own medicine" by using your powers, engaging in melee combat and of course, wie

Pure Xbox 29.04.2026 12:00 Uhr
Open World RPG 'The Blood Of Dawnwalker' Gets September 2026 Release Date For Xbox Series X|S
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Open World RPG 'The Blood Of Dawnwalker' Gets September 2026 Release Date For Xbox Series X|S

Update: There's a new Story Trailer as well.We saw a whole bunch of games being debuted for the first time at the Xbox Games Showcase earlier this month, and one of those was the open world RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker, which is coming to Xbox at some point in 2026.Following that reveal, we've now got a massive 21-minute gameplay deep dive for The Blood of Dawnwalker that shows us a lot more of what to expect from this one, and early impressions are pretty positive for the most part.Read the full

Pure Xbox 28.04.2026 20:30 Uhr
Nacon's RPG Studio Seemingly Shutting Down Following Financial Troubles
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Nacon's RPG Studio Seemingly Shutting Down Following Financial Troubles

The makers of Greedfall & Steelrising.Back in February, we brought you the unfortunate news that publisher Nacon had filed for insolvency following financial troubles, and it now sounds like one of its main studios is closing down after struggling to find a buyer.French outlet Origami is reporting that Nacon developer Spiders — which makes the GreedFall series amongst other RPG titles — "will soon close" as a result of restructuring at Nacon. We'll share an excerpt from their report, which has b

Pure Xbox 28.04.2026 19:00 Uhr
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Best New Games For May 2026 – Xbox And Game Pass

There are multiple Game Pass day one drops, a potential system-seller, and a handful of left-field surprises that could steal the spotlight. Here are 11 of the best new Xbox and Game Pass games landing in May. The post Best New Games For May 2026 – Xbox And Game Pass appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 28.04.2026 18:35 Uhr
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The Elementallis Adventures Hit Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC

There’s something timeless about a top-down adventure, but Elementallis looks to breathe fresh life into the formula. The post The Elementallis Adventures Hit Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 28.04.2026 18:19 Uhr
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Drill Core Digs Deep Onto Consoles

There’s honest work… and then there’s whatever Drill Core expects of you. The post Drill Core Digs Deep Onto Consoles appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 28.04.2026 18:15 Uhr
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Monster Crown: Sin Eater Review

Monster Crown: Sin Eater struggles with the space between its milestones, leaving an enjoyable yet flawed addition to the monster-taming genre. The post Monster Crown: Sin Eater Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 28.04.2026 18:13 Uhr
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11 Xbox-Style UI Features Redefining Online Casinos

As expectations continue to evolve, this influence is likely to expand further. The post 11 Xbox-Style UI Features Redefining Online Casinos appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 28.04.2026 18:12 Uhr