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Xbox Live Gold Free Games for May 2023 Revealed

Games With Gold will be adding Star Wars Episode I: Racer and Hoa for members of Xbox Live Gold to play in May 2023. Xbox Live Gold Free Games for May 2023 Revealed Shortly ahead of May 2023, Microsoft announces their newest lineup of free Games With Gold for members of Xbox Live Gold that will become available to enjoy across Xbox family of cross- generation consoles systems on May 1, 2023. Relive the Podracing sequence from Phantom Menace in 1999 racing game Star Wars, Episode I: Racer from developer/publisher Lucas Arts that lets you play as young Anakin Skywalker or a few other Podracers across different planets. RELATED: Newly Announced Marvel Games Won't Be Connected Like MCU Episode I: Racer includes all original racers and race course from Star Wars Episode I: Phantom Menace alongside additional courses. Racing across Tatooine and other planets players should avoid hazards like Tusken Raiders and others. Take on a peaceful journey through breathtaking environment and

Xbox Live Gold Free Games for April 2023 Revealed

Games With Gold will be adding Out of Space: Couch Edition and Peaky Blinders: Mastermind for Xbox Live Gold members this April. Xbox Live Gold Free Games for April 2023 Revealed Just in time ahead of April 2023, Microsoft announces their new lineup of Games With Gold for members of Xbox Live Gold monthly service to play across Xbox family of console systems when they arrive next month, starting from April 1. Make yourself at home in space playing Couch Edition of 2019 strategy co-op multiplayer game Out of Space , where you deal with a deadly alien infestation on your outer-space apartment as you try to produce energy and recycle waste. RELATED: Dead Island 2 Has Gone Gold and New Release Date Revealed Based on acclaimed crime drama, 2020 puzzle-adventure game Peaky Blinders: Mastermind by developer FuturLab and publisher Curve Digital takes you back to Birmingham following World War I to get into Shelby family criminal gang. Mastermind focuses on Tommy Shelby figuring out a

Sony Accused of Anti-Competitive Conduct in Japan by US Congress Members

A number of US Congress members have accused Sony of blatant anti-competitive conduct in Japan by keeping games off Xbox. Sony Accused of Anti-Competitive Conduct in Japan by US Congress Members Over a proposed $69 billion acquisition of Activision/Blizzard , industry rivals Microsoft and Sony started a tug of war regarding a possible Call of Duty-exclusivity on Xbox console and regulators got involved to investigate anti-trust concerns. After over a year of going back and forth, UK regulators finally claims that Activision merger will not lessen competition in gaming . More recently, several US Congress members accuse Sony of engaging in anti-competitive conduct in Japan. RELATED: Newly Announced Marvel Games Won't Be Connected Like MCU According to a Politico report, Democratic senator Maria Cantwell has recently accused Sony of anti-competitive behavior with their exclusivity deals to keep Japanese games off Xbox and calls trade representative to raise issue during talks

Xbox Live Gold Free Games for March 2023 Revealed

Games With Gold will add Lamentum, Sudden Strike 4: Complete Collection and Trüberbrook to Xbox Live Gold free games lineup this March. Xbox Live Gold Free Games for March 2023 Revealed As previous monthly free games are expiring, Microsoft announces a new lineup of Games With Gold for Xbox Live Gold subscribers to access on Xbox family of cross-generation consoles when they becomes available soon by March 2023. Microsoft officially stopped adding Xbox 360 titles to Games With Gold from October 2022 and started offering only two freebies to members every month till now but they may have decided to increase that number to three this month. RELATED: Marvel's Avengers to End Support in September 2023 Head back to mid-nineteenth century New England in 2021 survival-horror game Lamentum by developer/publisher Neon Doctrine , where player character is on a desperate hunt to find cure for his beloved wife in a world of nightmares. Experience ultimate World War II real-time strateg

Xbox Live Gold Free Games for February 2023 Revealed

Games With Gold will include For the King and Guts 'N Goals to Xbox Live Gold free games lineup for February 2023. Xbox Live Gold Free Games for February 2023 Revealed Right on time before next month, Microsoft reveals new lineup of  Games With Gold for Xbox Live Gold monthly subscribers to play across Xbox family of cross-generation console systems when they becomes available this February. Blending tabletop and roguelike genre elements into one, 2017 turn-based strategy game For the King by developer IronOak Games and publisher Curve Games sends you on a challenging adventure throughout realms to stop doom. RELATED: High on Life Becomes Biggest Xbox Game Pass Launch of 2022 After the King was assassinated, kingdom of Fahrul is engulfed in chaos and citizens are asked to step up in such difficult times. Player character must come forward to sail the seas, take on wicked beasts and be ruthless in their quest. Start a single-player journey or join online and local multiplayer

Xbox Game Pass to Add GoldenEye 007, Hi-Fi Rush and More

A second lineup for Xbox Game Pass will be adding Darkest Dungeon, GoldenEye 007, Hi-Fi Rush and more this month. Xbox Game Pass to Add GoldenEye 007, Hi-Fi Rush and More Although a little late than usual schedule, Microsoft has revealed a second new lineup of great games for members of Xbox Game Pass to enjoy across Android devices, PC and Xbox family of current and last generation console system. Making a surprise day-one release on Game Pass today is 2023 action-rhythm game Hi-Fi Rush by developer Tango Gameworks , where you play as wannabe rockstar Chai and take on an evil megacorp as you move to beat with friends. RELATED: Armored Core 6 Won't Be Sci-Fi Soulsborne Game, Says Hidetaka Miyazaki A timeless classic, remaster stealth shooter GoldenEye 007 debuts on XGP with achievements, split-screen and more on January 27. Already available via PC Game Pass , first-person shooter Roboquest joins Xbox console in January 30. Experience playing Definitive Edition of fan-fav

Xbox Game Pass to Add Monster Hunter Rise, Persona 3 and Persona 4

Opening lineup for Xbox Game Pass in 2023 begins with Monster Hunter Rise, Persona 3 and Persona 4 coming this January. Xbox Game Pass to Add Monster Hunter Rise, Persona 3 and Persona 4 Making a fresh start with games for members of Xbox Game Pass , a brand-new lineup has been revealed by Microsoft lately that will arrive soon across Android devices via cloud, PC and Xbox family of current and last console generations. Starting next week, enhanced port of 2006 role-playing game Persona 3 by Japanese developer Atlus will launch on cloud, console and PC . Originally released in 2009, Persona 3 Portable joins Game Pass lineup starting on January 19, 2023. RELATED: Red Dead Redemption Removed from PlayStation Plus On the same day, port for enhanced version of Persona 4 comes to all supported platforms for members of Game Pass . Investigate a series of serial murders along with a group of friends and summon their Persona during your adventures. A day later, acclaimed action RPG t

Xbox Live Gold Free Games for January 2023 Revealed

Games With Gold lineup will be adding Iris Fall and Autonauts for members of Xbox Live Gold in January 2023. Xbox Live Gold Free Games for January 2023 Revealed Almost close to a new year, Microsoft announces a brand-new slate of Games With Gold for all active subscribers of Xbox Live Gold monthly service to play on Xbox family of cross-generation consoles when they finally arrive next month. Follow an enigmatic black cat to a labyrinth world in 2018 puzzle-adventure game Iris Fall from developer/publisher NExT Studios as you enter a dreamlike gothic realm that plays with theme of light and dark as a gameplay core concept. RELATED: Activision/Blizzard Claims to Fight to Defend Microsoft Acquisition Iris Fall adopts a monochrome look with puzzles to reveal how everything is connected to lead character somehow. Starting from January 1, the game becomes available in Games With Gold lineup for all members until January 31, 2023. Next up, 2019 resource management simulation game Aut

Xbox Live Gold Free Games for December 2022 Revealed

Games With Gold will be adding Bladed Fury and Colt Canyon as free games to Xbox Live Gold for December 2022. Xbox Live Gold Free Games for December 2022 Revealed Wrapping up this year's final slate of freebies, Microsoft announces upcoming free Games With Gold lineup for December 2022, which becomes available for Xbox Live Gold subscribers to play on Xbox family of cross-generation consoles. Coming soon next month will be 2020 pixel-art shooter Colt Canyon from developer Retrific and publisher Headup , where you play as a cowboy who shoots his way through Wild West canyons of hostile enemies, hidden loot and weapons. RELATED: Bloodborne PC Port Won't Be Difficult, According to Modder Adopting a stylish 2D art, Colt Canyon incorporates roguelike elements into its real-time combat gameplay. As you fight ruthless outlaws to save your kidnapped partner, a bloody road is ahead of your goal with loads of unknown obstacles. Up next is 2021 classic 2D action game Bladed Fury b

Xbox Live Gold Free Games for November 2022 Revealed

Games With Gold will be adding Dead End Job and Praetorians: HD Remaster for Xbox Live Gold members in November 2022. Xbox Live Gold Free Games for November 2022 Revealed Although support for Xbox 360 titles have ended, Microsoft continues to introduce new lineup of Games With Gold for monthly Xbox Live Gold service subscribers to play across Xbox family of console systems when they arrive next month. Set aside from other genre entries, classic real-time strategy game Praetorians by Pyro Studios focuses largely on tactics than getting resource. Recruit men to a garrison and train them hard for battle to play their role along with other units. RELATED: MultiVersus Dataminer Discovers Secret Voice Lines for Joker by Mark Hamill HD Remaster version is a high definition re-release for modern audience to witness the rise of Roman Empire. In console debut of Praetorians, players can enjoy over 20 campaign missions with reworked controls and fast-paced gameplay. Get to work and start b

Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition and Age of Empires 4 Coming to Xbox

Microsoft officially announces Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition and Age of Empires IV for Xbox consoles and Game Pass. Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition and Age of Empires IV Coming to Xbox Despite years of fan-request for a console release, acclaimed real-time strategy game franchise Age of Empires by publisher Xbox Game Studios has remained on PC platform due to difficulties of bringing the experience for controller users. A listing for Age of Empires II : Definitive Edition on Xbox consoles was already spotted earlier at European rating website PEGI. During today's anniversary stream, Microsoft announces console release for two Age of Empires games in 2023. RELATED: Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver Series Revival Possibly Hinted by Survey Making its console debut, AoE II: Definitive Edition will be arriving for Xbox One and Xbox Series X / S on January 31, 2023. Newest series entry, Age of Empires IV will also be launching in coming months as a release date will b

Microsoft Made $2.9 Billion Revenue from Xbox Game Pass in 2021

Brazilian regulator reveals that Microsoft generated $2.9 billion in revenue from Xbox Game Pass on consoles last year. Microsoft Made $2.9 Billion Revenue from Xbox Game Pass in 2021 Earlier last week, Brazil's regulatory body has approved Microsoft 's proposed $68.7 billion deal of Activision/Blizzard acquisition with no restrictions and a public report also reveals how much they made last year through Xbox Game Pass . Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) recently submitted details of their findings on Activision/Blizzard deal and a detailed report unveils that Microsoft generated $2.9 billion revenue from Xbox Game Pass in 2021. RELATED: BioShock Isolation Reportedly Won't Release Until 2024 In a small table, CADE explains that Xbox saw an income of $2.9 billion from game subscription services for consoles, which is Game Pass . However, CADE report doesn't show an actual profit and excludes revenue figure of PC Game Pass . Microsoft &#

Xbox Live Gold Free Games for October 2022 Revealed

Games With Gold will bring Bomber Crew: Deluxe Edition and Windbound for Xbox Live Gold members in October 2022. Xbox Live Gold Free Games for October 2022 Revealed As we stepped into October 2022, Microsoft reveals their brand-new slate of Games With Gold for monthly subscribers of Xbox Live Gold service to play across Xbox family of cross-generation console systems, as they arrive soon next month. A lighthearted 2017 strategic simulation game, Bomber Crew from developer Runner Duck and publisher Curve Games takes you back to World War II-era in most dangerous mission for your crew to complete all objective while staying alive. RELATED: Microsoft CEO is Very Confident About Approval of Activision/Blizzard Buyout Deluxe Edition bundle includes Bomber Crew base game, Secret Weapons pack and USAAF DLC in a single package. Pick your crews strategically and keep your combat aircraft at ready for war to successfully complete your mission in any way. Explore an uncharted island in 2

Microsoft CEO is Very Confident About Approval of Activision/Blizzard Buyout

A proposed buyout for Activision/Blizzard is currently under regulatory scrutiny but Microsoft CEO is confident about its approval. Microsoft CEO is Very Confident About Approval of Activision/Blizzard Buyout In a biggest-ever buyout of gaming industry, Microsoft officially announced a proposed deal of $68.7 billion for acquiring major video game developer/publisher Activision/Blizzard earlier this year, which will be closing by fiscal year 2023. Obviously, a deal of such massive scale would be scrutinized by regulators while Sony and Xbox executives throw shade at each other. Amidst ongoing debate, CEO of Microsoft discussed how confident they are about regulatory approval. RELATED: Deus Ex IP Owner Embracer Group Wants to Surpass Cyberpunk 2077 Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella recently sat down with Bloomberg for an interview, talking about how they feel very confident about getting approved while regulators are currently scrutinizing aspects of the acquisition for anti-trust issues

Xbox Game Pass to Add Disney Dreamlight Valley, Metal: Hellsinger and More

Microsoft reveals a new lineup for Xbox Game Pass adding Disney Dreamlight Valley, Metal: Hellsinger and more for September 2022. Xbox Game Pass to Add Disney Dreamlight Valley, Metal: Hellsinger and More Already a week into a new month, Microsoft announces latest lineup of games for members of Xbox Game Pass , which will soon become available to enjoy on Android , Windows PC and Xbox family of current and next-generation consoles. Starting today, 2022 life-sim adventure game Disney Dreamlight Valley by developer/publisher Gameloft lets you explore a world of Disney and Pixar characters, as Founder's Edition unlocks many exclusive cosmetics and in-game currency. RELATED: Lies of P Gameplay Revealed, Coming to Xbox Game Pass PC Game Pass members will get their hands on Opus Magnum and Train Sim World 3 , courtesy of ID@Xbox. A standalone expansion to 2016 real-time strategy game, Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation takes you to conquer multiple worlds. Inspired by 2022 an

Xbox Live Gold Free Games for September 2022 Revealed

Games With Gold will add Gods Will Fall, Portal 2 and more as free games to Xbox Live Gold for September 2022. Xbox Live Gold Free Games for September 2022 Revealed Delivering an average to lackluster lineup of free Games With Gold through this year, Microsoft just announced a new slate of titles for members of Xbox Live Gold that will be available to play soon across Xbox family of cross-gen consoles. Fight back against a pantheon of gods to defy their rule in 2021 dark fantasy action game Gods Will Fall by developer Clever Beans and publisher Deep Silver , where you lead a bunch of Celtic fighters to take stand against horde of minions. RELATED: Marvel's Spider-Man PC Files Hints at Multiplayer Mode Rock some metal music and kick the zombies on face in 2020 rhythm shoot'em up game Double Kick Heroes by developer/publisher Headbang Club , as you try to survive on the highway to hell riding your gundillac and fight an army of dead. Backward compatibility section includes

Xbox Game Pass to Add New Humble Games Lineup in 2022

Humble Games will be adding a handful of upcoming indie games day-one with Xbox Game Pass throughout this year. Xbox Game Pass to Add New Humble Games Lineup in 2022 Often bringing many AAA-games to their online services, Xbox Game Pass also doesn't shy away from highlighting lesser known titles on their library and partnered with indie publisher Humble Games recently to add more fun to XGP lineup. Game Pass members across cloud, console and PC can already get their hands on 2022 beat 'em up fighting game Midnight Fight Express . Then play as a fierce warrior in upcoming 2D Souls-like slasher Moonscars , releasing on September 27. RELATED: Marvel's Spider-Man PC Files Hints at Multiplayer Mode Build a heavenly farm of your dreams in tropical farming simulator Coral Island , coming October 11, 2022. Take on a journey of self-discovery as a Deadsuit playing indie role-playing platformer Ghost Song , arrives later on November 3, 2022. Unleash metal-crushing rock music to

PC Game Pass to Add Quake 4, Wolfenstein 3D and More

Bethesda and id Software games like Quake 4, Return to Castle Wolfenstein and Wolfenstein 3D has joined PC Game Pass today. PC Game Pass to Add Quake 4, Wolfenstein 3D and More Although a second wave of Xbox Game Pass titles were announced for August only a few days ago, a bunch of classic games are coming to PC Game Pass in celebration for annual QuakeCon 2022 showcase convention, available now on PC . PC Game Pass members can get their hands on 1997 action role-playing game An Elder Scrolls Legend: Battlespire and 1998 action-adventure title The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard by Bethesda Softworks , set in The Elder Scrolls series. RELATED: Deus Ex IP Owner Embracer Group Wants to Surpass Cyberpunk 2077 Then lead a military invasion to an alien world in 2005 sci-fi first-person shooter Quake 4 by id Software and Raven Software , where you are part of an elite Rhino Squad fighting war against unrelenting Stroggos playing a sequel to Quake II . Fans of id Software 's f

Xbox Game Pass to Add Commandos 3, Immortals: Fenyx Rising and More

A new lineup of games for Xbox Game Pass will be joining this August including Commandos 3, Immortals: Fenyx Rising and more. Xbox Game Pass to Add Commandos 3, Immortals: Fenyx Rising and More In a recent lineup for ongoing month, Microsoft Studios announces new titles joining in coming weeks of August for members of Xbox Game Pass across Android devices, PC and Xbox family of current and last generation of console systems. Arriving today on cloud, console and PC , 2020 pixel art visual novel Coffee Talk is available now on XGP, courtesy of ID@Xbox. Debuting next week, upcoming beat 'em up game Midnight Fight Express by Humble Games , will release day-one. RELATED: Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Hires MCU Concept Artist Write viruses and hack everything in 2018 open-ended puzzle game Exapunks by Zachtronics as you have nothing to lose, coming in August 25. Also joining that same day is Full Bloom Edition of 2021 visual novel title Opus: Echo of Starsong . Remastered in high d

Xbox Game Pass to Add Ghost Recon: Wildlands, Two Point Campus and More

Newest lineup of Xbox Game Pass is adding Cooking Simulator, Ghost Recon: Wildlands, Two Point Campus and more this August. Xbox Game Pass to Add Ghost Recon: Wildlands, Two Point Campus and More A fresh batch of new games comes to ongoing lineup of Xbox Game Pass for all subscribers on Android devices, Windows PC and Xbox family of cross-generation consoles, which will become available shortly starting from August 2, 2022. Assemble a fireteam of up to three friends in 2017 third-person tactical shooter Ghost Recon: Wildlands by developer/publisher Ubisoft and explore a massive open-world of Bolivia to fight Santa Blanca cartel as US Special Forces team. RELATED: The Callisto Protocol Director Talks Inspiration, Reveals New Gameplay Build circuits and write codes for variety of manufacturers in 2016 puzzle game Shenzhen I/O , coming to PC on August 4, 2022. Also arriving that same day is 2022 arcade-style sports racing game Turbo Golf Racing , courtesy of ID@Xbox. Launching day-