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Holstin, a Polish Survival Horror with Dynamic Camera, Launches Under Team17 Partnership
The survival horror genre is experiencing a renaissance, and the latest entry comes from an unexpected location: Poland. Holstin, a psychological horror game set in a 1990s Polish town, has been...
Xbox Partner Preview 2025: Day One Game Pass Titles & Gaming Strategy
Microsoft's Xbox Partner Preview event on November 20, 2025, delivered a powerful statement about the company's gaming strategy, showcasing multiple world premieres and confirming several major...
Parkour Indie Title "Rooftops & Alleys" Launches 1.0 on Windows With Fluid Movement Focus
The urban landscape of Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game has officially launched in its 1.0 version, marking a significant milestone for this indie movement-focused title that promises to...
Xbox Week 2025: Black Ops 7 on Game Pass and Indie Game Surge
Microsoft's Xbox Week 2025, scheduled for November 10-14, represents a strategic masterstroke in gaming content delivery, combining blockbuster appeal with indie innovation in a way that could...
Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Game Pass Debut: November's Gaming Revolution
The gaming landscape is undergoing a seismic shift this November as Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 makes its historic debut on Xbox Game Pass, marking one of the most significant moments in subscription...
Xbox Game Pass November 2024: Black Ops 7 Day One, Indie Gems, and Rotation Updates
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass service kicks off November 2024 with one of the biggest gaming releases of the year hitting the subscription service on day one. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will be available...
Ooblets Review: Cozy Farming Meets Creature Collection on Xbox & PC
Ooblets represents one of the most charming and ambitious indie game releases in recent years, blending farming simulation with creature collection in a delightful package that leverages Microsoft's...
ID@Xbox Indie Showcase 2024: 50 Minutes of Trailers, Demos, and Game Pass Reveals
Microsoft's ID@Xbox program is set to deliver a massive 50-minute indie showcase in partnership with IGN on October 28, promising an extensive look at upcoming independent games coming to Xbox and...
Ambrosia Sky Act One: Immersive Sci-Fi Sim Launches November 2025
Ambrosia Sky's first act is set to launch on PC on November 10, 2025, marking the beginning of a three-act episodic science-fiction immersive sim that challenges players to clean, catalogue, and...
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Hits 5M Sales with Major Free Update
The gaming world is witnessing an indie success story unfold as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the captivating turn-based RPG from Montpellier-based developer Sandfall Interactive, has officially...
Game Pass October wave: Day-one titles land as tiers shift and prices rise
October 2025's first Game Pass wave has arrived, delivering a compelling mix of day-one blockbusters, intriguing indie discoveries, and significant subscription changes that have the Xbox community...
Game Pass Expands with 150+ Partners: Microsoft's Largest Investment in Indie Games
Microsoft's Game Pass strategy has shifted from aggressive growth to a clear consolidation phase, as ID@Xbox head Chris Charla announced deals with over 150 partners, marking the company's largest...