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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.

BetaBeacon

December 12, 2024

Xbox Insiders can now stream owned games to their consoles

Cloud gaming on Xbox consoles with purchased games is only available for some Xbox Insiders in the Alpha Skip Ahead and Alpha rings of the Insider program who are subscribed to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. There are 50 select games that can be streamed, with more games expected to be added over time.

AppWizard

December 9, 2024

You can score Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for PC at a discount on launch day, here’s how

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is set to launch and is available for .79 in the US and £50.39 in the UK through Fanatical, reflecting a 16% discount on Steam codes. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is offered for .99 for three months at Woot with the code "GAMEPASS," a savings of over 50% for new users, while a .99 offer is available for everyone. The game requires a powerful PC for optimal performance, especially for ray tracing, necessitating a graphics card like the RTX 4070 12GB. The game has a 120GB installation size, which may be challenging for those with slower internet. Brendan Caldwell's review praises the game's quality, highlighting Troy Baker's performance and the successful recreation of Lucasfilm's cinematic essence by Machine Games.

AppWizard

December 7, 2024

Is Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PC?

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, an action-adventure game developed by Bethesda and MachineGames, is set to launch on December 9, 2024. This will be the first Indiana Jones game on mainstream platforms since LEGO Indiana Jones 2 in 2009. The game has received positive early reviews, including a 4.5/5 score from Windows Central. System requirements have been disclosed, indicating potential upgrades for players. The game will be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch, and PC gamers can access it through the Microsoft Store via PC Game Pass. It will be a timed exclusive, with a port to PlayStation 5 planned for Spring 2025. Early access will be available for those who purchase the Premium Edition.

AppWizard

December 4, 2024

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PC system requirements and specs: Can you run it?

Microsoft and Xbox Game Studios will release "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" on December 9, 2024, marking the first new Indiana Jones title for console and PC since 2009. The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC, with a PlayStation 5 version expected in 2025. It will be included in Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, and players who purchase the Premium Edition will receive three days of early access. The minimum system requirements for the game are: - OS: 64-bit Windows 10 - CPU: Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 - GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER 8GB or AMD Radeon RX 6600 8GB or Intel Arc A580 - RAM: 16GB - Storage: 120GB SSD - Additional notes: Hardware ray tracing required The recommended specifications are: - OS: 64-bit Windows 10 - CPU: Intel Core i7-12700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7700 - GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB or AMD Radeon RX 7700XT 12GB - RAM: 32GB - Storage: 120GB SSD - Additional notes: Hardware ray tracing required The game requires a ray tracing-capable GPU and a solid-state drive (SSD).

AppWizard

December 3, 2024

Microsoft accuses Google of blocking direct game purchases on Xbox Android app

Microsoft has delayed the launch of its Android app portal for purchasing and playing Xbox games following a court ruling against Google's policies on Android applications. The Xbox app aims to allow users to purchase games for streaming via Xbox Cloud Gaming, taking advantage of a recent court order requiring Google to stop blocking third-party storefronts on Android. Xbox President Sarah Bond stated the company's commitment to providing players with more options, initially through the Google Play Store in the U.S. Microsoft has also enhanced the experience for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, allowing them to stream games outside of the subscription service, while currently directing mobile users to purchase titles via a web interface to avoid commissions from app stores. The announcement came after a U.S. judge ruled against Google in an antitrust case, although Google received a temporary stay on the enforcement of the ruling. Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, criticized Google's 30 percent commission as detrimental to game streaming profits. The situation has attracted regulatory scrutiny, with Apple beginning to allow mobile cloud gaming apps on its app store due to legislative changes in the EU. Microsoft's app represents a strategic effort to expand the Xbox brand beyond traditional console gaming, supported by a new advertising campaign.

AppWizard

November 28, 2024

Xbox forced to delay game purchasing feature for Android Xbox app

Microsoft's plans to enhance its Android Xbox app with a feature allowing US players to purchase and play Xbox games directly from their mobile devices have been delayed due to a "temporary administrative stay" granted by a court. This feature was initially set to launch this month, following a court ruling that required Google to open its Play Store to competitors for three years. Despite the feature being fully developed, Microsoft is unable to launch it until the court reaches a final decision. Xbox president Sarah Bond stated the team is ready to activate the feature as soon as possible. Google spokesperson Dan Jackson claimed that Microsoft has always had the ability to allow purchases through its app but chose not to. The court ruling also identified Google as operating a monopoly and deemed the mandatory use of Google Play Billing illegal.

AppWizard

November 25, 2024

Xbox and PC Game Pass Ultimate for just $12/month, grab it before it’s gone

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate offers a 3-month membership for a reduced price, along with a one-month membership at a lower cost. The service provides access to over 500 games optimized for PC, including recent releases like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Users can stack up to five 3-month memberships for a total of 15 months. The subscription includes EA Play, cross-platform play, cloud gaming, and monthly perks.

AppWizard

November 19, 2024

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 lands on Xbox Game Pass today

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has been officially launched by Asobo Studio and is now available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate and PC subscribers. The game features enhanced visuals, including detailed ground elements, animal herds, dynamic migrations, ship traffic, oil rigs, glider airports, and helipads. New activities include a World Photographer mode, Challenge Leagues, and an Aviation Careers mode. Xbox achievements for the game are expected to be released later today.

AppWizard

November 6, 2024

Best Video Game Deals Today (November 2024)

Savvy shoppers are preparing for Black Friday with significant discounts on video games, hardware, and accessories. Amazon is offering a Buy One, Get One 50% off sale on select games, including titles like Metaphor: ReFantazio for Xbox Series X, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 for PS5, and Balatro for Nintendo Switch. Woot has The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom on sale for .99, praised with a 9/10 review from IGN. The PS5 Pro is available for preorder with a release date of November 7. PC gamers can find discounts on titles such as SILENT HILL 2 and DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO. The Xbox Cloud Gaming Bundle, including a Sky Cipher controller and a Fire TV Stick 4K Max, is priced at .99. Best Buy has holiday bundles for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe available for both standard and OLED Nintendo Switch consoles. The Alienware Aurora R16 i9 RTX 4090 gaming PC is on sale as part of Dell's early Black Friday promotions.