Earlier this summer, we began working with partners to bring all PC games with Xbox features into the Xbox app. We're super excited to see what Xbox games come to Windows PC from game creators in the future and to welcome nearly 400 titles that previously weren’t discoverable or purchasable in the Xbox app.
Among this list are dozens of games from veteran Japanese studios Kemco and Kairosoft, as well as games such as Shovel Knight Treasure Trove by Yacht Club the Jackbox Party Pack, The Invincible by Double 11 and many, many more.
Not to mention, more than 100 of these newly added titles are Xbox Play Anywhere, meaning if players buy the Xbox console version, they can play the Xbox PC version as well (and vice versa). Universal Xbox ownership, as well as universal cloud saves on Xbox, and cross-play between Xbox versions on console and PC (and other platforms, at the developer’s discretion) are awesome features players love.
Embark on a thrilling journey as Whitaker, piloting a drone-controlled tank through the desolate ECA. Battle fierce enemies, scavenge valuable parts, and fight to survive in this fast-paced sci-fi world, as you strive to reach the mysterious Highpoint.Continue here to read the full story.
As Whitaker your goal is to fight to reach Highpoint, to do that you must traverse the ECA – an area where humans cannot survive. Whitaker must project his mind into a Needle, a robust drone capable of surviving in the harsh conditions of the ECA – and of piloting your Tank. Use your Needle and Tank to combat the vehicles and creatures of the ECA to reach Highpoint.
Explore the ECA a world torn apart by war and a mysterious cataclysmic event that left it uninhabitable by humans. Where humans must “tele-project” their minds into drones in order to survive and pillage the remains of a once great society.
A sequel to the 2020 roguelike run ‘n’ gun hit, this installment raises the stakes in every way. Frantic run ‘n’ gun gameplay returns with a twist - an all-new weapon system lets you decide your own combat style. Get up close and personal with melee weapons or unleash chaos from a distance with a range of unique firearms. Mix and match combat styles using an arsenal that lets you tear through the Abyss in your own way. Item synergies are back and wilder than ever. Hunt down powerful items and stack them to make combinations that make every run one-of-a-kind.Continue here to read the full story.
Players will once again dive into the Abyss with their favorite companions by their side – Hatchmon. These adorable and vibrant companions evolve into powerful allies, adding an extra layer of excitement to every run.
Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance: We Are Legion is the first DLC for Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance. In this DLC, players will have the opportunity to take control of Legion, with the sole objective of eradicating human resistance. We Are Legion features a new single-player campaign, an evolved army management system that deepens strategic gameplay, and new tactical options, including modifications for the Legion Tank and Artillery, smoke screens, and a self-destruct mode for Legion vehicles.Continue here to read the full story.
Free the planet Gladius Prime from the Xeno threat with the new Primaris Space Marines units. Now, Warhammer 40,000: Gladius players can deploy the best of the Adeptus Astartes, including Primaris Intercessors, Aggressors, and Inceptors, as well as Redemptor Dreadnoughts and Thunderstrike Speeders.*Blue's News may receive a commission on sales of this item.
Xenopurge is a sci-fi tactical squad-based game where you take on the role of a commander orchestrating humanity’s offence against an alien menace. Operate from the safety of your remote command center, where every action, from issuing orders to monitoring your squad’s survival, is made through tactical displays and live mission feeds. You best make the right calls, or you'll hear your squad's screams in your ear...Continue here to read the full story.
By blending real-time strategy with a tight roguelite gameplay loop, Xenopurge challenges you to adapt to shifting mission objectives and lead a team of soldiers against overwhelming odds.
Inspired by the tension and Aliens and the claustrophobic corridors of Warhammer 40K: Space Hulk, the game’s retro-futuristic aesthetic and unnerving horror atmosphere ensure every decision feels critical.
LSPD intel indicates high risk of criminal activity off the coast of Los Sueños, emboldened by the remoteness of offshore environments. Three major areas being surveyed for threats: natural resources, islands, and watercraft. A UH-60 helicopter has deployed for rapid response and reconnaissance with our SWAT teams.Continue here to read the full story.
Players can expect the challenges of bringing order to chaos to extend further when managing amphibious operations whilst also navigating turbulent weather / environmental conditions on the open sea. Offshore locations offer little comfort in the confined spaces within boats, or the turbulent exposure provided by Offshore Oilrigs.
Radical Forge and Team17 Digital have collided to bring you a whole new chapter of Golfing with your friends, enemies and treasured acquaintances. Get ready for 24/7 golfing action, pumped up to the highest heights with totally tubular thrills and spills.Continue here to read the full story.
Coming to PC and Consoles near you with new mechanics, weather, and cross-platform online multiplayer. Build your own courses, share them with your friends, and then utterly destroy them with the sneaky hidden hole-in-one setup you built in.
Gaming platform hardware
- 7” screen
- Snapdragon 865
- 16:9 aspect 1920x1080p resolution, 1k nits brightness
- Android 12, 8 RAM, 512Gb storage
- GPS
- 3G/5G connectivity
- Front and rear camera
- Microphone
- WiFi enabled
- Bluetooth
- Integrated speakers
- USB A and C charging points.
- Integrated laser tag gaming technology
Plumb Crazy Round-up
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Stories
- Woman arrested with 10kg of meth wrapped as Christmas presents at New Zealand airport - CNN.
- Federal judge blocks Kroger’s $25 billion mega-merger with Albertsons - CNN Business. Never been in either store.
- The last Inca bridge master - BBC. Thanks brother19.
Science
- How Coffee Might Change Your Gut, According to New Research - Health.
- Immediate ban on boiling crabs and lobsters called for after study - Earth.com. I've had a lot of arguments about this over the years.
- Researchers uncover the physical chemistry behind tick adhesion to skin - Phys.org. Come for the bite, stay for the skin glue.
Media
- The Grinch VS. Santa. Part 3.
- Best Fails of the Year - Try Not to Laugh 😆🎉. Thanks VideoSift.
- TEF1 EUC Pro Finals 2024. Thanks RedEye9.
Creature Features
- Chooks on a Quest - Ozzy Man Quickies (NSFW). Thanks RedEye9.
Follow-up
- Ohio Supreme Court stands by ‘asinine’ ruling that boneless chicken wings do not mean without bones- The Wake Up. Judge Dredd is the law. Thanks Boing Boing.
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