Street Fighter 6 will launch June 2, 2023
The Game Awards is around the corner and it looks like another leak has come out beforehand. An early pre-order listing for Street Fighter 6 has come up on the PlayStation Store. The highly anticipated fighting game will be launching on June 2, 2023. This was found out by ResetEra user, Neoxon. Street Fighter 6 will be launching on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series XlS, and Steam. We assume this was going to be part of The Game Awards as a big announcement, but it looks like the cat is out of the bag on this one.
In Support Of Mental Health Xbox Game Pass Ultimate New Perk Offers Three Months Of Calm Premium Introducing Halo & Sea Of Thieves Soundscapes
If the value for Xbox Game Pass was not enough for you with the number of games already available, Microsoft is doubling down when it comes to the ‘Ultimate’ tier bundling trials for popular services. Earlier this spring, users could redeem a full month trial for Paramount+ in anticipation for the Halo Television Series. But it did not end there. Came March around the same time included Marvel Unlimited. In that, players can entertain themselves with a vault of Marvel Comics reading with a 30-day trial for being an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriber. The most recent promotion is pointed at AppleTV/Apple Music offering a three-month trial for both this past month. Now this week, Microsoft reveals its pledge for batting mental health with a new partnership. Teaming up with Calm, users can now indulge in a three-month trial of the service’s ‘Premium’ tier which welcomes additional benefits. Now, players everywhere will have a new tool to improve their general wellness, all within two video game universes. Calm, the #1 app for sleep, meditation and relaxation is partnering with Xbox to bring the first-ever video game-themed soundscapes to the platform. Officially available on December 7, players can immerse themselves and enjoy the meditative sounds of whirling waves and chattering birds from the ocean expanse of Sea of Thieves and the ambient alien sounds of Zeta Halo from Halo Infinite both available through Calm Premium. Ron Brown, 343 Industries Quality of Life Program Manager “To ensure players can listen to the new soundscapes with ease, we’re also announcing a new Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perk. Starting today, Ultimate members can receive three months of Calm Premium for free, and then 50% off their first year subscription, when they sign up (new Calm Premium members only). “The partnership with Calm is part of Xbox’s ongoing commitment to supporting players’ mental health and connecting them with resources to support their well-being. According to Calm, 81% of people who use Calm 5 or more times per week reported an improvement in their stress levels, as did 68% of people who engaged with the app only once or twice per week.” Are you interested in the newest Xbox Game Pass Ultimate promotion? Source: Xbox Wire
Back 4 Blood Third Expansion ‘River of Blood’ Arrives This Week
In a time of uncertainty for a new Left 4 Dead game, developer Turtle Rock Studios delivered on fans’ wishes with Back 4 Blood. Our review reads: “Back 4 Blood is the spiritual successor to the the classic that started it all. […] Tons of replay value and great challenge make Back 4 Blood a fantastic co-op experience that shouldn’t be missed,” writes critic David Rodriguez. In its post-launch, the team wasted no time to roll out new content. By the time the developer celebrated more than 10 million players enjoying Back 4 Blood, Expansion 1 ‘Tunnels of Terror’ was dated for a April release. Later this past summer, Expansion 2 ‘Children of the Worm’ shipped expanding the storyline for the game. Now entering December recently, Turtle Rock Studios is back once more with Expansion 3 ‘River of Blood’. You can watch the launch trailer in the video below: “Work with Tala, a rogue cultist and the newest Cleaner, to find the Children of the Worm and her brother, Derek. Travel up river by boat, explore new and exciting areas, and destroy the cult by any means necessary,” the overview for the new premium add-on reads. “Along with a ton of exciting exclusive content, the December patch includes several free updates, including the all-new game mode, Trial of the Worm. Melee attachments, new cards, weapons, and skins are also available for base game players.” What are you most excited for ‘River of Blood’ coming to Back 4 Blood? Back 4 Blood is out now for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC. Source: Turtle Rock Studios
Recent Sea Of Thieves Season Eight Content Update Roughens The Tides With More PvP Features And Beyond Life Customization
Enter Sea of Thieves, the game has evolved greatly over the past year. When Season Five came around, players discovered treasure can now be buried for other users to uncover. Other seabound commodities include cannon-wielding rowboats and flares to cast into the sky. For Season Six, story was given a revamp with new adventures & mysteries injected into the world. Sea forts also inhabited the waters of the map which brought more for players to explore. Additionally, Season Seven was no different with even more to experience. In that, being captain became an official role as you could now customize the internal living quarters. This branched to the option to purchase fully-equipped vessels also which you can brand with your own appropriate name as well. Now recently, Rare included Season Eight for Sea of Thieves which goes a step further for users interested in exploring more PvP options for the game. You can watch the trailer in the video below: Now, in-game matchmaking has a proper place as you can choose between ‘The Guardian’ and ‘The Servant’ factions opens that window. Turn the hourglass on your ship and players will plunge to the ocean’s depths as they search for a potential candidate for battle. When finding an armed suitor, you’ll rise from the waves and fight. Completing successfully will reward you with allegiance which adds notoriety to your profile. Enough grants you a ‘Faction Champion’. What is more interesting is that the new update also includes a new character customization option. Best worded: “Should you become a Servant devoted enough to take skeletal form, you’ll find further customisation options on offer from the Bonesmith to help you fully express your skeletal self.” that’s right, you can become part of the undead and even alter your appearance alike your living form as well. Are you interested with Sea of Thieves Season Eight? Sea of Thieves is out now for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Source: Rare
Microsoft Flight Simulator Makes New Heights With 10 Million Players Entering The Game
Over the past calendar year, Microsoft has continued to celebrate its multiplayer experiences entertaining the millions of players that log in. Back in October 2021, it was recorded that roughly 25 million users have entered the Sea of Thieves since its initial launch in 2018. With the number of fruitful updates the game has welcomed then, it is no surprise the success it has reached. Additionally, Grounded also shared its success with 10 million users entering the backyard. And with the game’s full release dropping back in September, the game still has a bright future ahead. Even Undead Labs’ State of Decay 2 shared its own achievement of 11 million users enduring the zombie overrun world it harbors as well. With this past November welcoming the 40th Anniversary Edition for Microsoft Flight Simulator, an influx of players was anticipated. On Wednesday, it was revealed that more than 10 million players have taken to the skies in Asobo Studio’s project. “We would not have reached any of these milestones without the continued support of our amazing community and their ongoing engagement and contributions.” Microsoft Flight Simulator Head Jorg Neumann continues, “Because it’s a day for celebrating numbers, we want to share a few more impressive accomplishments of our community. And we’re just getting started! We have exciting plans for 2023 and beyond. Join the 10 million pilots in Microsoft Flight Simulator today! The sky is calling!” He lists 500 million flights & 40 billion miles flown for the amount of time played. Previously, Microsoft Flight Simulator issued its latest World Update with ‘XI’ featuring the terrain of North America’s Canada. The patchwork includes in-depth Vancouver, Quebec, Winnipeg, and many other locales and landmarks from the region. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you part of the 10 million that played Microsoft Flight Simulator? Microsoft Flight Simulator is out now for Xbox Series X}|S and PC. Source: Xbox Wire
Elden Ring ‘Free Colosseum Update’ Arrives Today Entering PvP Arena Battles
In the ongoing reign that is Elden Ring, the amount of excitement for a game at the start of 2022 was unmatched this January upon its release. So much so that it was not long before determining that the game is the best-selling title for 2022. From gamesindusty.biz head Christopher Dring, the game outperforms the waves made by Destiny predating back to 2014. Additionally, Bandai Namco reacts to the game’s success when exceeding more than 12 million in sales. As part of the publisher’s response, the firm acknowledges the success with other forms of media as it plans to tackle other mediums as well. It is likely that the game is reference to face transmedia such as television or even film as worded by Bandai Namco Entertainment President & CEO Yasuo Miyakawa. On Wednesday, Bandai Namco & FromSoftware announce a new free update ‘Colosseum Update’ which welcomes PvP arena battles to the game. You can watch the trailer in the video below: “All three arena types are located in Limgrave, Caelid, and Leyndell, respectively. In each arena, you will be able to participate by touching the statue at the end of the arena door. In each arena, different rules of the arena will be unlocked,” Bandai Namco writes in the latest blog post for the Elden Ring update. As for the influence of Elden Ring, it has the opportunity to pass for Game of the Year at 2022’s The Game Awards. The game was nominated alongside A Plague Tale: Requiem, God of War Ragnarok, Horizon Forbidden West, Stray, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you excited for the new, free add-on for Elden Ring? Elden Ring is out now for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC. Source: Bandai Namco
Halo Infinite December Update Welcomes Pit Remake ‘Empyrean’, Forge Custom Game Browser, And More
For many fans aware of the current state that is Halo Infinite, the game is slowly piecing itself together to becoming a full experience. This past month, the ‘Winter Update’ for the free-to-play title welcomed Forge Mode beta, campaign co-op, mission replay, and two new maps. But what is missing is a greater flow of content still. However, things were to change with the tease for Halo 3 multiplayer map ‘Pit’ being remade for Halo Infinite. At the time, there was no timeframe it would be issued for matchmaking. But, it was understood to at least arrive ahead of the new Season 3 ‘Echoes Within’. At the same time, match XP also was patched in to bring more accomplishment per game performance which is appreciated. This week, a new December Update went live on Halo Infinite and with it brings the remade map ‘Empyrean’ alongside a new custom game browser and other appreciated features as well. You can watch the trailer in the video below: “Previously scheduled to release in Season 3, we fully agree with players who felt that the Custom Game Browser should be a priority—it’s a key support structure for what players create in Forge and a pillar for the community,” Alex Wakeford, 343 Industries Community writer pens in the blog post. “The team worked incredibly hard to land this feature so much further in advance, but with that comes the caveat that this is a ‘V1.’ It is therefore likely to have some rough edges, but we felt it was more important that we get this in the hands of players sooner rather than later. The CGB will, of course, continue to evolve with support over time.” As for the greater direction of Halo Infinite, 343 Industries is transitioning leadership with original founder Bonnie Ross out of the picture. Instead, Pierre Hintze will oversee the helm for the game who previously earned his merit with Halo: The Master Chief Collection. You can read the full report by heading here. What are you most excited about the new additions to Halo Infinite in the December Update? Halo Infinite is out now for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Source: Halo Waypoint
Microsoft has made a 10-year commitment to bring Call of Duty to Nintendo Consoles
Microsoft has been in the process of acquiring Activision and head of Xbox, Phil Spencer has stated overnight that Microsoft has made a 10-year commitment to bring Call of Duty to Nintendo consoles. This would happen following the merger between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard. “Microsoft is committed to helping bring more games to more people – however they choose to play.” Phil Spencer stated on Twitter. Following the statement regarding Call of Duty on Nintendo consoles he stated that they are committed to offer Call of Duty on Steam simultaneously to Xbox after the deal has closed. I'm also pleased to confirm that Microsoft has committed to continue to offer Call of Duty on @Steam simultaneously to Xbox after we have closed the merger with Activision Blizzard King. @ATVI_AB @ValveSoftware — Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) December 7, 2022 With all of this being said, could the current Nintendo Switch models handle Call of Duty or will there eventually be an upgraded Switch that can handle larger games? The last Call of Duty to launch on a Nintendo console was Ghosts in 2013.
