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Now you can save the day in even more ridiculous ways! Hi! I’m Sos Sosowski, the creator and solo developer behind McPixel 3. I am excited to announce that this march, you will be able to enjoy all new adventures of the titular hero on Xbox! But first, let me tell you more about the game, because there’s a whole lot to do there! Is This the Way to Save the Day? McPixel is not your regular superhero. While he tries to save his own skin in the most unpredictable way, his adventures usually end in absolutely hilarious failures. You…

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SummaryBackbeat is now available for purchase on XboxExperience a fresh mashup of the puzzle and strategy genresRelive a homage to classic 1990s ensemble dramedies This is my second title launching on Xbox and it’s really cool to see how much our company has grown since Hexagroove: Tactical DJ in 2020.  The first time around was a great experience but there was so much more I wanted make more accessible and inviting.  In Backbeat we designed the interface from the ground up for 4K and scalable across all members of the Xbox device family. The games we design at Ichigoichie are…

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This 3D visual novel presents you with choices that matter… Just not in the way you think It’s become kind of a trope associated with interactive narratives in games: supposedly, for them to be good, all the decisions the player makes should have a radical impact on the story itself. If not, some people go as far as to pretend the choices “don’t matter”, therefore leading to an unsatisfying experience. We thought about that a lot when we designed The Wreck, and decided to try to go with something hopefully a bit more subtle. The conflict we had to resolve…

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SummaryWe’ve assembled some starter tips to help during the early phases of Sid Meier’s Civilization VI.From scouting early and often to clearing out those pesky barbarian camps, this guide will help establish your footing within this epic turn-based strategy game.Sid Meier’s Civilization VI is available now with Xbox Game Pass, PC Game Pass, and Cloud. Now that Sid Meier’s Civilization VI is available with Xbox Game Pass, PC Game Pass, and Cloud, many of you may be diving into this epic turn-based strategy game for the first time, while others may be returning after some time away from their conquering…

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SummaryWith the release of Season 02: Reloaded, Modern Warfare II now has a wealth of Party Modes to jump into and play with friends.We’ve put together some of our favorite tips to help give you an edge across Infected, Gun Game, Grind, Drop Zone, All or Nothing, and One in the Chamber.From March 16 through March 20, 2023, Free Access players can battle across six Multiplayer maps and a variety of game modes alongside the first Co-Op Raid. Details here. As the seasons begin to usher in change, so too does the latest mid-season drop for Modern Warfare II and…

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SummaryDiscover the world of Atlas Fallen and the factions that inhabit itUncover new information about The Sun God, Thelos, and the caste system they imposed on humanityFind out more about what kind of hero you will play as and about the odds you’ll be facing Hello everyone, I’m Sabine Neuser, Narrative Designer at Deck13. Our game Atlas Fallen releases May 16, it’s a superpowered third-person action-RPG where you’ll play as a hero who rises against a tyrannical god! I’m here to introduce you to the oppressed society that awaits you to reclaim its freedom. A Fallen World You’ll find yourself in…

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Hey Xbox Wire readers! I’m Yared from Whitethorn Games, and I’m here to share a little info about our latest release, The Forest Cathedral, which launched today on Xbox Series S|X! While you may know us from the many cozy, heartwarming titles we’ve published, such as Calico and Lake, The Forest Cathedral takes a slightly darker direction. The game, while still adhering to tranquil, low-stress gameplay, evokes a more unsettling, eerie feeling that approaches the realm of horror. Players will embark on a mysterious, atmospheric psychological thriller based on the real-world ecological disasters caused by the pesticide DDT, or as…

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SummaryWe take a deep dive into the decisions behind Destiny 2’s second Darkness subclassGameplay Feature Lead Eric Smith talks us through Strand design choicesCheck out early concept art for Strand supers and abilities Late February saw the highly anticipated release of Destiny 2: Lightfall, the new expansion that signals “the beginning of the end” to the Destiny’s Light and Darkness saga. The campaign takes Guardians to the hidden city of Neomuna, nestled inside Neptune and undisturbed until the forces of the Shadow Legion arrive. It’s up to you and Neomuna’s protectors, the Cloud Striders, to defend the city. Our Guardians…

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