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A Microsoft Store page for Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition briefly appeared online, with a leaked logo and a listing describing a definitive 4K/60FPS remaster featuring 60 handcrafted levels and four-player co-op, suggesting an unreleased Rayman remaster may be announced soon.
Microsoft is offering Wasteland Remastered for free on the Microsoft Store, permanently adding the 1988 RPG remaster to eligible Xbox libraries with no purchase required; no official reason or end date has been announced, but this mirrors other recent free-to-keep promotions. Players can claim now via the Microsoft Store page; updated visuals, sound, and score remain part of the remaster.
Microsoft Store is running a five-day flash sale that drops four Xbox Series X titles to $7 each (normally $70), with the sale expiring on April 16. One title supports Xbox One cross-generation play; the other three are EA-published. The games are Dead Island 2 Ultimate Edition, Immortals of Aveum, Need for Speed Unbound, and Wild Hearts. For three of the four, this is the lowest price seen on the Store, and no Xbox Game Pass is required. Estimated playtimes include Dead Island 2 up to 50 hours (base game plus Haus and SoLa DLC), Immortals of Aveum up to 30 hours, Need for Speed Unbound up to 50 hours, and Wild Hearts up to 130 hours.
Microsoft Store is running a limited 'Just For You' deal that cuts up to 50% off the Xbox Series X (specific discounts vary by user and region, with Xbox One owners most likely to see it; it may be US-only for now). To check eligibility, open the Microsoft Store app on your console and navigate to Home > Consoles and Accessories > Xbox Consoles. Separately, Certified Refurbished Series X/S discounts (up to $100) are available in some regions.
Microsoft pulled the Samsung Galaxy Connect app from the Microsoft Store after reports it caused Windows 11 devices (notably Galaxy Book 4 and Samsung Desktop PCs) to lose access to the C: drive, displaying a 'C:\ is not accessible – Access denied' error. Samsung published a stable older version while Microsoft and Samsung investigate remediation; affected users should seek device-specific support. Separately, Microsoft issued an out-of-band RRAS security update for Windows 11 Enterprise devices.
Microsoft introduced a PowerShell-based CLI for the Microsoft Store, enabling search, installation, and updates of Store apps directly from the command line, including bulk updates; however, it only works with Store-listed apps and may not include popular programs like Chrome or Paint.NET.
Microsoft is running a week-long Buy One, Get Two Free sale on indie games in the Microsoft Store, letting players trio up titles for the price of one. The promo includes well-known indies like Untitled Goose Game and Valheim and runs through January 29 in the Deals tab, though individual prices can vary and some titles may have been cheaper in other promos.
A leaked Microsoft Store page suggests that the Silent Hill 2 Remake is set to release on November 21st for Xbox Series X/S, with a deluxe edition offering additional digital content, but there is no mention of the Born from a Wish DLC or plans for a Play Anywhere version.
Microsoft has suddenly made Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) available for purchase in the Microsoft Store, allowing users to buy security updates for $30 without needing a Microsoft Account, as an alternative to free updates, with support ending soon.
Several Xbox first-party games have been temporarily removed from the Microsoft Store due to a security vulnerability in the Unity engine affecting versions from 2017.1 onward. The issue does not impact console or cloud gaming versions, but affected PC and store listings are being delisted until developers implement the necessary fixes. Some unsupported games have been permanently removed. Microsoft advises uninstalling impacted titles and awaits updates, with no ETA provided for the fixes.
Microsoft is distributing free Xbox store credit via a promotion that prompts users to check their Xbox messages, primarily in the UK, with codes possibly not yet sent out and regional availability uncertain.
Microsoft Store has introduced a new feature called 'Check Your Chat' on Xbox profiles, hinting at free promo codes for Xbox users, but no codes have been received yet. The promotion appears to be targeted at Xbox Game Pass members and is currently unconfirmed, with users advised to monitor their chat sections for potential rewards amid ongoing sales.
Microsoft is now allowing developers worldwide to publish apps to the Windows Store without any onboarding fees, removing a significant barrier and promoting a more inclusive platform for app innovation and distribution.
Microsoft has stopped selling and renting movies and TV shows on Xbox and the Microsoft Store as of July 18th, but existing purchases remain accessible. The change aligns with similar moves by Apple and Google, and Microsoft recommends alternative services like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV for new content. No refunds or transfer options are available for existing purchases.
The Xbox Summer Sale 2025 has started with over 300 games discounted, offering early access to Game Pass members before opening to all players around July 17th, featuring significant deals on popular titles like Elden Ring, GTA, and Red Dead Redemption 2.