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Xbox Set To Announce 'Beautiful' New Controller For Gears Of War: E-Day
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Xbox Set To Announce 'Beautiful' New Controller For Gears Of War: E-Day

Known as "Storm King".It looks like we've got another limited edition Xbox controller on the way! Following the positive reception to the Forza Horizon 6 controller a few months ago, Gears of War: E-Day is set to receive the same treatment in the near future.This is being shared by the very reliable Dealabs, which says that the controller is known as "Storm King" and will cost ÂŁ84.99 / $89.99 when it releases. They estimate that it'll be announced within the next couple of weeks.Read the full ar

Pure Xbox 06.08.2026 11:00 Uhr
Two Games Are Available Today Across Various Tiers Of Xbox Game Pass (August 6)
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Two Games Are Available Today Across Various Tiers Of Xbox Game Pass (August 6)

Here's a look at what's joining Game Pass today!We're back with your latest Xbox Game Pass update for August. Two more games join the subscription service today across various tiers, including a bonus third title if you're willing to count a 10-hour trial as an extra game.Truth be told, August is shaping up to be a Premium-heavy month for Game Pass, with PowerWash Simulator 2 scrubbing its way to the middle-tier subscription. Ultimate members do at least get Monsters Are Coming! and, as mentione

Pure Xbox 06.08.2026 10:00 Uhr
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Herd Dispatch Review

We had a tower defence using these same maps in Dino Hex Trap, and now we’re getting a kind of flight-control sim in the form of Herd Dispatch. But while the tower-defence worked, this one doesn't. It’s too simple to maintain the attention, too unclear to be anything but bothersome. The post Herd Dispatch Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 06.08.2026 06:58 Uhr
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Think Before You Push In Sokogem On Xbox

Sokogem is here to prove that the most simple of ideas, can be the best. Maybe. The post Think Before You Push In Sokogem On Xbox appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 06.08.2026 06:53 Uhr
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Can You Keep Your Sheep On The Right Path In Herd Dispatch?

There's something undeniably satisfying about a good puzzle game, especially when it swaps explosions and high scores for a calmer pace. That's exactly what Herd Dispatch aims to deliver, launching today on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC through the Xbox Store. The post Can You Keep Your Sheep On The Right Path In Herd Dispatch? appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 06.08.2026 06:51 Uhr
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Why Gaming Is Becoming One Giant Digital Entertainment Ecosystem

Over the past decade, the gaming world has changed from being a niche pastime into a massive digital entertainment ecosystem. The post Why Gaming Is Becoming One Giant Digital Entertainment Ecosystem appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 06.08.2026 06:50 Uhr
Xbox Boss Teases Platinum Trophy Equivalent For Achievements In 2026
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Xbox Boss Teases Platinum Trophy Equivalent For Achievements In 2026

An equivalent to the popular system on PlayStation.Over the years, there have constantly been calls from Xbox fans for some kind of equivalent to the Platinum Trophy system on PlayStation - a special kind of recognition for completing all the trophies in a single game.Xbox has always been reluctant to implement this for whatever reason, but today, Xbox boss Asha Sharma has teased that her team has "something" in the works related to a Platinum Trophy equivalent for later in 2026.Read the full ar

Pure Xbox 05.08.2026 19:55 Uhr
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Leafy Corner Review

Despite its simplicity, Leafy Corner remains engaging and addictive as you work towards unlocking new plants, decorating your shop and creating a place of plant perfection. If you’re already a houseplant fan, you’ll enjoy discovering new varieties, growing your collection and nurturing your plants.  The post Leafy Corner Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 05.08.2026 18:16 Uhr
Two More Games Revealed For Xbox Game Pass In September 2026
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Two More Games Revealed For Xbox Game Pass In September 2026

Have a look at what's to come next month.August may have just begun, but we're taking an early gander at what's ahead for September 2026's Xbox Game Pass lineup. We already knew of two games, Dune: Awakening and Minecraft Dungeons 2, but thanks to a couple of recent announcements, we can now confirm two more games are on the way.First up is SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed from tinyBuild Games. Originally bundled up for July's offering before stumbling at the final hurdle, the speedy sequel has now

Pure Xbox 05.08.2026 18:15 Uhr
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Indie Selects for August 2026: Adventure is Calling This Summer

Every Wednesday, dive into the Indie Select Hub — your gateway to a fresh, curated indie collection plus four themed spotlights that rotate weekly! You can always find this collection hub in the XBOX Store and on XBOX.com/IndieSelects. The year is flying by, and summer has brought no shortage of standout games. With so many […] The post Indie Selects for August 2026: Adventure is Calling This Summer appeared first on XBOX Wire.

Xbox Wire 05.08.2026 17:00 Uhr
Xbox Announces Four More Console Features, Including Two Highly-Requested Ones
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Xbox Announces Four More Console Features, Including Two Highly-Requested Ones

Amazing stuff!The folks on the Xbox team are back with yet another set of console improvements today, the majority of which are rolling out to the Xbox Insider program first before eventually going public in the weeks and/or months to come.There are four improvements mentioned in here, but two that are particularly noteworthy due to how highly-requested they've been. The first of these is the ability to include Party Chat in your video captures, which Xbox boss Asha Sharma described as something

Pure Xbox 05.08.2026 16:35 Uhr
Beast Of Reincarnation Dev Outlines Five Improvements Coming In First Major Xbox Update
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Beast Of Reincarnation Dev Outlines Five Improvements Coming In First Major Xbox Update

"We take your feedback to heart".It's only been just over 24 hours since Beast of Reincarnation made its debut across multiple platforms (and on Xbox Game Pass), but the development team at Game Freak are already busy preparing its first update.That update will arrive at some point over the next week, and will feature five specific types of improvements that have been outlined on social media. These are as follows:Read the full article on purexbox.com

Pure Xbox 05.08.2026 16:00 Uhr
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Available for XBOX Insiders: More Control Over Captures, Saves, and Wishlists

Starting today, XBOX Insiders can try out new XBOX console updates designed to make it easier to capture and share memorable gameplay moments, track your progress, and manage the games and content you care about most. From new ways to include chat audio in game captures, to enhanced achievement sorting, greater control over cloud saves, […] The post Available for XBOX Insiders: More Control Over Captures, Saves, and Wishlists appeared first on XBOX Wire.

Xbox Wire 05.08.2026 15:55 Uhr
'It Would Make Folks Happy' - Larian Exec On Why Baldur's Gate 3 Now Supports Xbox Play Anywhere
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'It Would Make Folks Happy' - Larian Exec On Why Baldur's Gate 3 Now Supports Xbox Play Anywhere

"We just did it because it's a pretty cool part of the Xbox ecosystem".I've been pretty vocal here at Pure Xbox about my admiration for the Xbox Play Anywhere program. About the ability to access my Xbox library across console, desktop, and handheld devices, and how it's arguably Microsoft's defining feature right now. It's the reason I stick around.It feels like Xbox Play Anywhere is finally getting the flowers it deserves, both from fans and developers alike. Speaking with Jez from Windows Cen

Pure Xbox 05.08.2026 15:05 Uhr
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BONEREADER Review

For all the grumbles I often have about roguelikes, and how they’re ubiquitous, I can’t help thinking that BONEREADER was the one game that should have embraced it. What’s one more on the pile? It would have made an average game into an exciting one. The post BONEREADER Review appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 05.08.2026 14:16 Uhr
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Parkasaurus – Dinosaur Theme Park Mayhem!

There have been plenty of dinosaur games on Xbox over the years, but most have asked players to survive them, hunt them or contain them. Parkasaurus - Dinoluxe Edition takes a different approach. The post Parkasaurus – Dinosaur Theme Park Mayhem! appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 05.08.2026 13:49 Uhr
Xbox Announces Tokyo Game Show 2026 Broadcast, Following Massive Reveal At Last Year's Event
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Xbox Announces Tokyo Game Show 2026 Broadcast, Following Massive Reveal At Last Year's Event

One of our favourite showcases on the calendar.We've got another Xbox showcase to look forward to in the near future! In addition to the Gamescom festivities that Xbox is hosting in August, we now know Xbox's Tokyo Game Show 2026 broadcast will take place on September 17th.This was announced by Xbox Japan earlier today, along with sweepstakes signups for the Xbox FanFest event that will be happening in Tokyo on the same date. The start time of the broadcast will be 7pm JST, which translates to 5

Pure Xbox 05.08.2026 13:15 Uhr
Two Big Free Demos Are Now Live On The Xbox Store
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Two Big Free Demos Are Now Live On The Xbox Store

Both available to play right now on Xbox Series X|S.We here at Pure Xbox do love a fresh demo release on the Xbox Store, and always keeping our eyes peeled for any biggies worth talking about. Today, we've got two particularly beefy demos to dig into, alongside a bunch of recent honourable mentions that you might fancy downloading.First on the docket, Capcom has just released a prologue demo for Monster Hunter Wilds, its latest beastie-slaying adventure likely to swing the net out ahead of its u

Pure Xbox 05.08.2026 12:00 Uhr
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Mate’Morphosis – A Clever Twist On Chess?

You don't need to be a chess grandmaster to enjoy Mate'Morphosis, but you'll certainly need to think a few moves ahead. The post Mate’Morphosis – A Clever Twist On Chess? appeared first on TheXboxHub.

TheXboxHub 05.08.2026 11:31 Uhr
Halo: Campaign Evolved Is Getting Some Surprising Sales Estimates For Xbox, PC & PS5
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Halo: Campaign Evolved Is Getting Some Surprising Sales Estimates For Xbox, PC & PS5

Xbox appears to lead the way in sales so far.We're still only a few days removed from the release of Halo: Campaign Evolved, but we've already got some early sales estimates courtesy of the folks over at Alinea Analytics, and they make for pretty surprising results overall.Simply put, the outlet says that the Halo 1 remake has made around 900k sales on Xbox, 452k sales on PS5 and 212k on Steam to date. The catch here is that the Xbox figure represents both console and the Xbox PC app, as well as

Pure Xbox 05.08.2026 11:00 Uhr