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The Full List of Crackdown 3 Achievements Revealed

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on February 5, 2019February 5, 2019

The boom is nearly upon us, as Crackdown 3 will be releasing on Xbox One on February 15. We’ve taken good looks at everything from the single-player campaign to the over-the-top multiplayer of Wrecking Zone, but there’s one thing we haven’t revealed yet: the game’s achievements. On today’s episode of Inside Xbox, Creative Director Joseph Staten shared that Crackdown 3 will ship with 1500 Gamerscore, spread across the campaign and Wrecking Zone. Now, we’re excited to share the full list of achievements, which range from the straight-forward to the straight-up bonkers. Take a look at the full list below: Campaign Achievements How many do you think you’ll be able to... Read more

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Inside Xbox February Episode News Recap

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on February 5, 2019February 8, 2019

Today, on our February episode of Inside Xbox, we gave fans a closer look at the highly anticipated Xbox One exclusive Crackdown 3, talked to the creative talent behind Tom Clancy’s The Division 2, revealed new titles coming soon to Xbox Game Pass like Shadow of the Tomb Raider and de blob, unveiled a hot new Xbox One controller, and much more. For a full recap, read on below or watch the replay of Inside Xbox episode above when the VOD is available. Introducing Xbox Game Studios Matt Booty shared we are changing the name of our game development organization from Microsoft Studios to Xbox Game Studios. In his words: “At Xbox, we believe when everyone plays, we all win. It’s why... Read more

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Xbox Game Pass: Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Crackdown 3, Pumped BMX Pro, and More in February

by Megan Spurr, Community Lead, Xbox Posted on February 5, 2019February 5, 2019

Hi, Xbox Game Pass friends! It’s time for another drop of games coming your way. In case you hadn’t already cried when you realized that your backlog of video games has grown that much larger, my apologies. And if you’re going to cry on the controller, make it player 2’s controller please. We’re taking you deep this time around. Deeep in the shadows, deeeep in the tombs, deeeeep into zombie territory, deeeeeep into the streets, deeeeeeep into Arkham, deeeeeeeep into the deeeeeeeepness. And PS, Crackdown 3 drops in mere days. Days! *hype intensifies* On to the games: Shadow of the Tomb Raider (February 7) – Xbox One X Enhanced The climactic finale to Lara Croft’s... Read more

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Kick Your Style up a Notch with the Xbox Wireless Controller – Sport Red Special Edition

by Bree White, Global Product Marketing Manager Posted on February 5, 2019February 5, 2019

Bring your ABXY game with the new Xbox Wireless Controller – Sport Red Special Edition. Whether you’re gearing up for a new Xbox Game Pass Quest or bringing some extra flair to your next Mixer stream, this vibrant, bold controller will make a statement. Inspired by the world of active wear and sports lifestyle, the Xbox Wireless Controller – Sport Red Special Edition is the second controller in the Sport Series. This red controller exudes energy--it features metallic red and silver accents on the front of the controller as well as a metallic red D-pad. The red diamond rubberized grips on the back of the controller will increase your comfort during long gaming sessions and help... Read more

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Introducing Xbox Game Studios

by Matt Booty, Corporate Vice President, Xbox Game Studios Posted on February 5, 2019February 5, 2019

At Xbox, we believe when everyone plays, we all win. It’s why we’re passionate about building a portfolio of games for players across console, PC and mobile. As we’ve expanded our focus beyond the console, the Xbox brand has also evolved from its original roots. Today, Xbox is our gaming brand across all devices, no matter how or where you want to play, or who you want to play with. In that spirit, I’m pleased to share that we are changing the name of our game development organization from Microsoft Studios to Xbox Game Studios. Xbox Game Studios is made up of 13 distinct game development teams responsible for beloved franchises like Age of Empires, Forza, Gears of War, Halo... Read more: Introducing Xbox Game Studios

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New Winter Map, Vikendi, Arrives for PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds

by Staci King, Xbox Senior Product Manager Posted on January 22, 2019January 22, 2019

Good news, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds fans: Vikendi, the new winter-themed map in PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG), is now available to play on Xbox One. If you have yet to join the battle, PUBG is now available with Xbox Game Pass and you can sign up to get your first month for just $1, giving you access to over 100 great games for one low-monthly price. The 6x6 layout of Vikendi brings a fresh, snowy terrain to the forefront of the action-packed, blockbuster battle royale experience, featuring European-style cities, a Cosmodrome and a dinosaur theme park. The most technically advanced map in PUBG to date, Vikendi offers players a diversity of gameplay opportunities,... Read more

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Inside Xbox is Back with Its First New Episode of 2019

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on January 29, 2019February 1, 2019

Inside Xbox returns Tuesday, February 5 at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET with an all-new episode featuring exclusive news, content, reveals, interviews and footage you won’t see anywhere else! With the February 15 release of Crackdown 3 available with Xbox Game Pass and on Xbox One and Windows 10 PC, you can expect it to take center stage in the February episode of Inside Xbox. We’ll have Creative Director of Crackdown 3, Joseph Staten, on hand to divulge details on the game’s campaign mode and more. And that’s just the start! We’ve got reveals and new info to share on Mortal Kombat 11, The Division 2, Sea of Thieves, Astroneer, Journey to the Savage Planet, Jump Force, Metro... Read more

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Everything We Announced at X018

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on November 10, 2018November 10, 2018

This weekend, the Xbox community came together to take part in X018, a global celebration of all things Xbox filled with news, first looks, and plenty of surprises. More than 10,000 fans joined us at the fourth-annual Xbox FanFest: Mexico City to get a closer look at the future of Xbox through hands-on events and panels featuring members of Team Xbox, streamed live on Inside Xbox. The big news of the day was the announcement that two game development studios with storied histories will join Microsoft Studios to create exclusive games for Xbox fans. Coupled with the five new studio partners we announced at E3, the future of Xbox exclusives is looking bright. X018 showcased a lineup of... Read more: Everything We Announced at X018

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Black Friday Deals: Biggest Black Friday Sale Ever With Lowest Price Yet for Xbox One X, Xbox Game Pass & More

by Larry Hryb, Xbox Live’s Major Nelson Posted on November 10, 2018November 27, 2018

The holidays are almost here, and Xbox is back this year with our biggest Black Friday sale ever There will be loads of deals on Xbox consoles and accessories, Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold, and must-have games, including the lowest price ever for Xbox One X at $399.99.* We’ve got all of these and more exciting offers for our fans around the world, so get ready to jump in! We’re offering a $100 discount on select Xbox One devices, allowing you to choose between Xbox One X, the most powerful console with immersive true 4K gaming, or Xbox One S, the best value in games and entertainment. Can’t decide what gift to get the gamer in your life this holiday? With Xbox Game Pass, you... Read more

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X018: Crackdown 3 Announces Xbox Game Pass Launch on February 15 with Explosive Debut of Wrecking Zone Multiplayer

by Joseph Staten, Senior Creative Director, Crackdown 3 Posted on November 10, 2018November 10, 2018

At X018 – our global celebration of all things Xbox – Commander Jaxon invited all prospective Agents to ‘Step Up Your Boom’ in preparation for Crackdown 3’s worldwide launch with Xbox Game Pass, Xbox One and Windows 10 on February 15, 2019! X018 also saw the debut of Crackdown 3’s all-new multiplayer mode, Wrecking Zone, where environmental destruction is your secret weapon. In Wrecking Zone, two teams of five, hyper-agile Agents tear down the opposition with their superpowered skills and an arsenal of boom-tastic weapons and equipment in fully destructible battle arenas. Microsoft Studios Senior Creative Director Joseph Staten provided an on-air walkthrough of the... Read more

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MMA Athlete Anderson Silva to Play Fallout 76 on Xbox One X on Tuesday, Oct. 23

by Aaron Greenberg, GM of Games Marketing Posted on October 23, 2018October 23, 2018

Fans of the Fallout universe and MMA, this Xbox Live Sessions episode is for you! Catch the livestream of MMA athlete Anderson Silva playing Fallout 76 on Xbox One X on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. PDT on the Mixer Xbox Channel. Fallout 76 launches on Nov. 14, so this episode is a great opportunity to get a sneak peek at what it takes to make it in post-nuclear America where every surviving human is a real person. Tune in to watch Silva forge his own path in the new and untamed wasteland of Appalachia, featuring hundreds of locations in the largest, most dynamic world ever created in the legendary Fallout universe. Silva might own the competition in the MMA ring, but will he be able to... Read more

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Inside Xbox September Episode News Recap

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on September 25, 2018September 25, 2018

Today, at a special episode of Inside Xbox broadcast directly from Great Britain at the Goodwood House, we gave fans a closer look at the highly anticipated Xbox One racing game Forza Horizon 4, talked to the creative talent behind Fortnite Battle Royale, revealed new titles coming soon to Xbox Game Pass like Wolfenstein: The New Order and Metro 2033 Redux, revealed mouse and keyboard support for Xbox One, and much more. For a full recap, read on below or watch the replay of Inside Xbox episode above when the VOD is available. New Forza Horizon 4 Launch Trailer At the start of the show, we got our first look at a brand-new trailer for Forza Horizon 4. Dynamic seasons change everything... Read more

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Celebrate X018 with Inside Xbox at FanFest: Mexico City on November 10

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on November 7, 2018November 7, 2018

Inside Xbox: Live from X018 presents a special two-hour show Saturday, November 10 at 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT on Mixer, Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter. We’ll be celebrating an incredible holiday season for gamers with our biggest episode of Inside Xbox yet, including news, interviews, great deals, and much more. Guests include Head of Xbox Phil Spencer, Head of Microsoft Studios Matt Booty, Minecraft Studio Head Helen Chiang and many, many more. Tune in for games including Crackdown 3, Minecraft, Sea of Thieves, State of Decay 2, Forza Horizon 4 and of course, we’ll have a surprise or two as well. Xbox Game Pass Will we have Xbox Game Pass news? Do we ever! We’ll be... Read more

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Inside Xbox Returns September 25 with Forza Horizon 4 and Much More

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on September 18, 2018September 25, 2018

Inside Xbox returns on Tuesday, September 25 at 1:00 p.m. PT/4 p.m. ET on Mixer, Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter, with a special episode spotlighting Forza Horizon 4. We’ll be live from Great Britain, the setting for the latest entry in the Horizon franchise, at the historic and prestigious Goodwood House located in the British countryside. We’ll be celebrating the upcoming launch of Forza Horizon 4 with exclusive news and interviews on the game, but of course, we’ll have much more to report. We’ll reveal all the games showcased on Inside Xbox closer to the show. Inside Xbox isn’t the only item on the broadcast slate. Be sure to tune in early next Tuesday, too, as... Read more

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Inside Xbox One X Enhanced: Shadow of the Tomb Raider

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This Week on Xbox: September 28, 2018

by Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor Posted on September 28, 2018September 28, 2018

We know you’re busy and might miss out on all the exciting things we’re talking about on Xbox Wire every week. If you’ve got a few minutes, we can help remedy that. We’ve pared down the past week’s news into one easy-to-digest article for all things Xbox! Or, if you’d rather watch than read, you can feast your eyes on our weekly video show above. Be sure to come back every Friday to find out what’s happening This Week on Xbox! Sea of Thieves Forsaken Shores Free Update Available Now At gamescom 2018, we gave a first glimpse at Forsaken Shores, our latest free content update coming to Sea of Thieves. As part of our ongoing commitment to deliver new Sea of Thieves content... Read more: This Week on Xbox: September 28, 2018

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Tense Multiplayer FPS Hunt: Showdown Coming Soon to Xbox Game Preview

by Fatih Özbayram, Producer, Hunt: Showdown Posted on August 21, 2018August 21, 2018

It all started with Crysis, the game that put Crytek on the map as an innovator, a computer-melter, and as a company of people passionate about first-person shooters. 19 years later and we’ve returned to those roots, with a genre-mashing, atmospheric, tension-filled FPS called Hunt: Showdown and we’re very excited to announce that it’s coming soon to Xbox Game Preview. For the unfamiliar, Hunt: Showdown is a competitive first-person bounty hunting game that combines elements from match-based shooters and survival games into a unique gaming experience. Every match pits up to 10 players -- playing solo or in teams of two -- against each other as they fight for bounty by taking out... Read more

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Xbox Game Pass Celebrates the End of Summer with Halo: The Master Chief Collection, a New Mobile App Beta and Offers You Won’t Want to Miss

by Ben Decker, Head of Gaming Services at Microsoft Posted on August 21, 2018August 21, 2018

During gamescom 2018, we’re celebrating some new and exciting milestones for Xbox Game Pass. Xbox Game Pass provides gamers the ultimate value and freedom to play over 100 great games for one low monthly price, and we’re always working to upgrade the service based on feedback from our members. We heard from members that they wanted access to more blockbusters in the service, and in response we now release all new games from Microsoft Studios into Xbox Game Pass timed to their global launch, including Sea of Thieves, State of Decay 2, and Forza Horizon 4 coming on October 2. We’ve also heard from our community that they want faster access to their games and an easier way to explore... Read more

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State of Decay 2 Reveals New Details for Daybreak Pack DLC

by Brandon Wells, Xbox Senior Product Marketing Manager Posted on August 21, 2018November 13, 2018

Today during our “Inside Xbox” segment at gamescom 2018 we revealed new details – new co-op gameplay, new zombies, new loot and more – for the upcoming Daybreak Pack for State of Decay 2. The team at Undead Labs has been thrilled with the community response to the game with well over three million players worldwide, and now fans can check out the next chapter in the ultimate zombie survival experience in person at gamescom where Daybreak Pack will be playable for the first time this week. Arriving on Sept. 12 the Daybreak Pack is a brand-new game mode for State of Decay 2 – a re-playable co-op “zombie siege” experience: Team up with friends. Players and up to three... Read more

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