As the newest offerings from both Sony and Microsoft continue to carve their own path forward and capture their own portion of the market, questions around which will push either forward continue to be asked – one of the big features is certainly for contention here, with the PS5 pushing forward with its own PSVR2 platform, many fans are asking whether or not the Xbox will be primed for VR support which it is currently missing, or if a continued delay will be had until big features become available.
For some, the answer is already seemingly a not just yet – the Xbox lead has stated a number of times through interviews that whilst Microsoft is invested in exploring the virtual reality space, at its current there seems little reason to invest in developing options on the console as adoption rates amongst console users as a whole are quite low, and it’s hard to disagree – the number of games releases on different platforms in the VR space isn’t all that high, and whilst there are some that have been able to capture a great experience through the introduction, particularly amongst the simpler genres looking to replicate an offline experience like the big jackpot sites as users benefit from a jackpot joy code, but for something more complex like an FPS or MOBA that are leading the gaming industry currently, there’s still quite the gap.
The other issue certainly comes in at cost, too, as whilst VR as a whole has become much cheaper over the past few years there’s still quite a large price tag attached to the bigger names. Efforts have certainly been made to bring the overall cost of consoles down, but the cost of games has gone up a little, and it may be much harder to justify a price tag of a few hundred dollars extra on top for a VR system that has little game offering.
Whilst it may be enough to sway the decision of some, there will certainly remain the staunch defenders of either platform with or without big new features like VR, and with the consoles only recently releasing this past holiday period and the longer life cycles they typically go through there’s still plenty of time for change – the Xbox could certainly find VR support a little further down the line if things move forward quickly, or it could turn out all of the investment from Sony falls short as VR continues to stumble and finds difficulty taking off at all.
Monster Jam Steel Titans Power Out Bundle, a new bundle containing all three DLC truck packs for the original Steel Titans plus early access to Steel Titans 2, is now available for Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.
Only the Power Out Edition includes both Steel Titans games PLUS 24h Early Access to Steel Titans 2 PLUS the exclusive Inverse Higher Education truck. All three DLC truck packs for the original Steel Titans also included. All at a special bundle discount.
The Monster Jam Steel Titans Power Out Bundle is available today on the Microsoft Store for $59.99, €59.99, £53.74, AU$97.45.
Xbox One X enhanced turn-based Strategy RPG 'Black Legend' is now available for digital pre-order and pre-download from the Microsoft Store for $29.99, €29.99, £24.99, AU$44.95. Master tactical combat and the art of 17th-century alchemy to liberate a doomed city from a bloodthirsty cult inspired by the great alchemist Mephisto.
Black Legend is a dark, immersive turn-based Strategy RPG. Lead a squadron of Mercenaries into the accursed city of Grant and aid a surviving resistance in fighting against a deadly cult of fanatics. Eradicate the fog that shrouds the streets and inflicts madness among the populace in this thrilling alternate history Turn-Based Strategy RPG!
Game Features:
Explore the ruined streets of Grant, a 17th century city based on the architecture of the Low Lands. Aid the resistance in their struggle against the Mephistian Cultists.
Uncover the history of Mephisto, a menacing Alchemist who brewed a maddening fog, and clouded the entire city.
Fight using bodily alchemy based on the old concept of Humorism. Master the four different instabilities and combine them with Catalyst Attacks to deal massive damage to enemies!
Unlock 15 playable classes, each capable of learning unique abilities and handling different equipment. Master them, synergize with other units and become the ultimate liberator of Grant!
Customize your journey, from a forgiving experience for the story lovers, to a hardcore challenge that punishes every mistake. We await our liberation at your hands, stranger. Grant us our wish!
Let's take a look at the official trailer!
Black Legend will be available March 25th, 2021 for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. The game is available to pre-order today for $29.99, €29.99, £24.99, AU$44.95.
Microsoft's new Xbox Wireless Headset, the latest must have accessory to join the Xbox family, is available today in most worldwide Xbox markets at select retailers, including Microsoft Store.
Launching today, the Xbox Wireless Headset offers best-in-class audio and chat performance, a comfortable and intuitive design, and unique experiences customizable to each gamer. With all these benefits, we are raising the bar for mid-tier wireless headsets.
Best-in-Class Audio and Chat Performance
Low latency, lossless audio with Xbox Wireless radio for fewer pops, clicks, and disconnects.
Support for spatial sound technologies, including Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos, and DTS Headphone:X, for realism and audio precision.
Crystal clear chat with intelligent mic features that focus on speech audio vs. surrounding sound:
Voice isolation tuning helps the mic pick up your voice, not background ambient noise.
Auto-mute automatically mutes your microphone when you aren’t speaking, so you keep comms channels clear. You can customize auto-mute sensitivity or turn it off altogether. The on-ear manual mute button gives you privacy when you need it.
An indicator light on the mic boom turns on when your mic is active, so you always know when your voice is being picked up.
The Xbox Accessories app on your Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows 10 devices lets you fine-tune the audio controls for a customized audio experience, including equalizer settings, bass boost, auto-mute sensitivity, mic monitoring, and brightness of mic’s LED light.
Comfortable & Intuitive Design
Outstanding design with high-quality materials and finishes, featuring a durable frame with inner metal headband, rubberized dial rings for grip, and a fully adjustable mic you can tuck up and out of the way.
Lightweight and comfortable at just 11 ounces (312g), with large earcups and a thick headband cushion made of ultra-soft polyurethane leather designed to fit a wide range ear and head sizes.
Ease of use and intuitive design with earcup dials for volume and game/chat balance, and on-ear controls for power, mute, and pairing.
Up to 15 hours of battery life with the internal, lithium-ion battery. Fully charges in 3 hours but even 30 minutes of charging will get you back into the game in a flash with up to 4 hours of battery life. *
Compatibility & Connectivity
Pairs with multiple devices. Play wirelessly across multiple devices including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10 PCs and connect to your mobile device via Bluetooth for on-the-go music or chat. You can even pair to your phone and Xbox simultaneously to chat with a friend on your phone while playing on your console.
Fine-tune audio and chat settings with the Xbox Accessories app, including equalizer settings, bass boost, auto-mute sensitivity, mic monitoring, and brightness of the mic indicator light.
Wireless updates on your console will deliver the latest features for a premium audio experience that continues to evolve.
Special Dolby Atmos for Headphones Offer
Microsoft has partnered with Dolby to offer a limited activation of Dolby Atmos for Headphones on all Xbox Wireless Headsets until September 30, 2021. Immerse yourself in a more intense gaming experience with pinpoint audio precision and crystal clarity to catch even the subtlest, yet game-changing sounds. †
Dolby Atmos for Headphones activation requires just two simple steps:
Connect the Xbox Wireless Headset to your console or Windows 10 PC
Download and open the Dolby Access app
On the app loading page, you’ll receive a notification at the bottom of the screen confirming activation – “Dolby Atmos for Headphones is ready for use” – which can be verified by the Xbox Wireless Headset trial countdown in the upper right corner of the app Home screen.
The new Xbox Wireless Headset is available in most worldwide Xbox markets at select retailers, including Microsoft Store.
* Battery life varies significantly with distance from console, additional accessories, usage and other factors. Testing conducted by Microsoft using pre-production units.
† Dolby Atmos for Headphones is available on Xbox and Windows 10 PCs. Dolby Atmos for Headphones activation lasts until 11:59 UTC-12 on September 30, 2021. After trial, you may purchase the app from Dolby directly. For help, contact Dolby Access Support
Price: $99.99 USD Microsoft Store: here News Source: XBOXONEHQ
Milestone has announced that Hot Wheels Unleashed (@Hot_Wheels) will launch Sept. 30 on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and Windows PC. Check out the official trailer and pre-order the game on the Microsoft Store today!
HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED is the fast-paced arcade racing game that will bring the traditional fun of Hot Wheels chaotic gameplay on all main gaming platforms. Find the very best of the Hot Wheels universe. Collect the raddest cars, get ready to drift, boost, jump (and crash) on endless crazy tracks, unleash your creativity with the Track Editor and the Livery Editor, and challenge your friends and family on the couch with the Split Screen Mode.
Hot Wheels Unleashed is officially on its way. Watch the trailer and get ready for Pure Racing Fun!
There are 3 version of HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED available to pre-order:
Xbox Series X|S Pre-order
HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED - Ultimate Stunt Edition - Pre-order the Ultimate Stunt Edition now, containing: Full game, HOT WHEELS Pass Vol. 1, HOT WHEELS Pass Vol. 2, HOT WHEELS - Sportscars Pack, which includes two vehicles (Track Manga and GT-Scorcher), HOT WHEELS - Beefed Up Pack, which includes two vehicles (HW Armored Truck and Baja Bone Shaker), HOT WHEELS - Street Beasts Pack, which includes two vehicles (Shark Bite and Tomb Up), and 3 days of early access.
HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED - Collectors Edition - Pre-order the Collectors Edition, now, containing: Full game, HOT WHEELS Pass Vol. 1, HOT WHEELS - Sportscars Pack, which includes two vehicles (Track Manga and GT-Scorcher), and the HOT WHEELS - Beefed Up Pack, which includes two vehicles (HW Armored Truck and Baja Bone Shaker).
HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED - Standard Edition - Pre-order HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED now! Get the Full game and the HOT WHEELS - Sportscars Pack, which includes two vehicles (Track Manga and GT-Scorcher).
Xbox One Pre-order
HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED- Ultimate Stunt Edition - Pre-order the Ultimate Stunt Edition now, containing: Full game, HOT WHEELS Pass Vol. 1, HOT WHEELS Pass Vol. 2, HOT WHEELS - Sportscars Pack, which includes two vehicles (Track Manga and GT-Scorcher), HOT WHEELS - Beefed Up Pack, which includes two vehicles (HW Armored Truck and Baja Bone Shaker), HOT WHEELS - Street Beasts Pack, which includes two vehicles (Shark Bite and Tomb Up), and 3 days of early access.
HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED - Collectors Edition - Pre-order the Collectors Edition, now, containing: Full game, HOT WHEELS Pass Vol. 1, HOT WHEELS - Sportscars Pack, which includes two vehicles (Track Manga and GT-Scorcher), and the HOT WHEELS - Beefed Up Pack, which includes two vehicles (HW Armored Truck and Baja Bone Shaker).
HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED - Standard Edition - Pre-order HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED now! Get the Full game and the HOT WHEELS - Sportscars Pack, which includes two vehicles (Track Manga and GT-Scorcher).
Hot Wheels Unleashed will be available September 30, 2021 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5,Nintendo Switch, and Windows PC.
The expansive Outriders demo is now available to download on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, ahead of its release on 1st April 2021. Take your first steps into a savage future in the OUTRIDERS Demo, and get a taste for the most aggressive RPG-Shooter in the genre.
Outriders, the next game from People Can Fly, is a shooter set in a dark and desperate sci-fi universe. This brand new IP is developed by People Can Fly, the creators of Gears of War Judgement and Bulletstorm and is published by Square Enix External Studios.
With all four classes available, and the first four brutal abilities from each, you can assassinate your enemies as the Trickster, incinerate them as the Pyromancer, punish them up close as the Devastator, or at range as the mysterious Technomancer. Play single-player, or with up to two friends, as you experience the prologue and opening hours of Outriders.
The OUTRIDERS Demo requires a free Square Enix Members account - allowing transfer of your progress, including your customized Outrider character, to the full game. Square Enix Members will also receive a free ‘Slick and Smooth’ in-game emote! The OUTRIDERS Demo also requires persistent online access.
Outriders is currently scheduled to launch on April 1, 2021 for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4 and Stadia.
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