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Xbox App Just Added 400 PC Games And Microsoft Wants More
Winsage
December 12, 2024

Xbox App Just Added 400 PC Games And Microsoft Wants More

Microsoft has added over 400 games to the Xbox app, including titles like Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove and Jackbox Party Pack, with contributions from Japanese developers Kemco and Kairosoft. Approximately 100 of these titles support the Xbox Play Anywhere initiative, allowing gamers to transition between Xbox console and PC. Microsoft has reduced its revenue share from sales to 12% to attract developers from competing storefronts. More announcements are expected at the Game Developers Conference 2025. Additionally, Microsoft is testing direct-to-cloud controllers and enhancing streaming service visual quality. A pilot program for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members allows them to stream select games from their Xbox consoles.
Xbox PC app beefs up Steam-competing storefront with hundreds of new games
AppWizard
December 12, 2024

Xbox PC app beefs up Steam-competing storefront with hundreds of new games

Microsoft is enhancing its Xbox PC app by adding nearly 400 new games to strengthen its position in the gaming market. The acquisition of Activision Blizzard highlights its commitment to expanding its digital presence. Xbox's content curation manager, Chris Charla, mentioned that the initiative aims to bring all PC games with Xbox features into the Xbox app, with popular titles like Shovel Knight Treasure Trove included. Over 100 of the new titles will support the Xbox Play Anywhere feature, allowing players to enjoy games across both Xbox console and PC. Plans to introduce Android games and microtransactions to the Xbox app have been delayed due to recent court rulings, but Microsoft continues to focus on expanding its offerings.
Xbox PC App Adds 400 Games to Store Alongside Revamped Home Screen
Winsage
December 11, 2024

Xbox PC App Adds 400 Games to Store Alongside Revamped Home Screen

Microsoft has updated the home screen of its Xbox PC app to improve user experience, making it easier to find new releases, sales, and events. The update includes the addition of 400 previously unavailable titles to the Xbox store. Microsoft has integrated PC games with Xbox functionalities into the app, featuring titles from developers like Kemco and Kairosoft, as well as games such as Shovel Knight Treasure Trove and Jackbox Party Pack. Enhancements for Xbox Game Pass subscribers include the ability to stream select games remotely, with Xbox Insiders now able to stream their personally owned games to Xbox Series X and Xbox One consoles. Game Pass Ultimate subscribers in 28 supported countries can access this feature, which includes popular titles like Star Wars Outlaws and The Witcher 3, as well as indie games like Animal Well and Dredge. Xbox Insiders in the Alpha Skip-Ahead and Alpha rings can preview this streaming feature now, with broader capabilities expected to roll out in 2025.
Microsoft working to bring all PC games with Xbox features into Xbox app
AppWizard
December 11, 2024

Microsoft working to bring all PC games with Xbox features into Xbox app

Microsoft has made the new PC gaming Home experience available to all users through the Xbox app on Windows, after testing it with Xbox Insiders. This update provides a centralized hub for players to stay informed about game releases, events, and exclusive Game Pass content. The new interface includes curated collections, personalized recommendations, and a "Jump back in" feature for quick gameplay resumption. Microsoft is also integrating nearly 400 PC games with Xbox functionalities into the app, including titles from developers like Kemco, Kairosoft, Yacht Club Games, and Double 11.
Five new Steam games you probably missed (October 14, 2024)
AppWizard
October 14, 2024

Five new Steam games you probably missed (October 14, 2024)

On any given day, the Steam platform unveils approximately a dozen new games. Webfishing - Release Date: October 12 - Developer: lamedeveloper - Genre: Sidescrolling narrative adventure - Setting: Small Japanese town in the 1980s - Features: Hand-drawn art, magical realism, light action and puzzles, inspired by Japanese folklore, includes a Shiba Inu. Bad Parenting 1: Mr. Red Face - Release Date: October 10 - Developers: 2OO2 - Genre: Mini-horror experience - Concept: A fictional character that transforms from benign to an urban legend, aimed at instilling good behavior in children. Decline's Drops - Release Date: October 11 - Developer: Moulin aux Bulles Studio - Genre: Platformer - Features: Inspired by Smash Bros., includes six hand-drawn worlds, and a Genetically Modified Monkey. Dungeon Antiqua - Release Date: October 10 - Developer: Shiromofu Factory - Genre: RPG - Features: Game Boy RPG aesthetic, traditional JRPG and dungeon crawler mechanics, hacking elements, randomly generated maps, and multiple professions.
The Big Catch: Tacklebox is the hardest 3D platformer I've ever played, 8+ hours long, and a free to play 'prologue' to a bigger, better game on the way
AppWizard
October 5, 2024

The Big Catch: Tacklebox is the hardest 3D platformer I’ve ever played, 8+ hours long, and a free to play ‘prologue’ to a bigger, better game on the way

Tacklebox is a unique game featuring a rabbit-bird hybrid character named Tackle, designed with a nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of early 2000s platformers. The game includes a graphics menu that allows players to switch between different visual styles, catering to various devices like the Steam Deck. It features an open-world design similar to Mario: Bowser's Fury, encouraging exploration of interconnected areas. The gameplay is challenging, requiring precision in movement mechanics and acrobatic challenges, with no fall damage adding to the difficulty. Players may face frustrating moments due to the steep learning curve and lack of checkpoints, but overcoming obstacles provides a strong sense of accomplishment. At the top of a tower, players encounter a mischievous fish that adds humor to the gameplay. Tacklebox is a free prequel to a full-length game, promising an exciting future for fans of the genre.
The best iPhone games for 2024
BetaBeacon
September 20, 2024

The best iPhone games for 2024

- Apple Arcade is a game subscription service with 200+ games without ads or in-app purchases.
Full List of 98 Mobile Games on Netflix: June 2024
BetaBeacon
June 17, 2024

Full List of 98 Mobile Games on Netflix: June 2024

The Case of the Golden Idol is a mobile game released on June 11, 2024, developed by Color Gray Games and Playstack, falling under the adventure category with achievements, cloud saves, and offline play available.
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