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Xbox Game Pass Premium adds Gears of War: Reloaded, the Series X|S remaster, alongside Tamashika, a fast-paced corridor shooter; Reloaded includes the full co-op campaign, Versus multiplayer, and all post-launch DLC, while Tamashika supports Premium/Ultimate/PC Game Pass on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced remakes the 2013 pirate favorite for modern hardware with a ground-up rebuild, upgraded visuals (ray tracing, higher textures, Dolby Atmos), refined combat and stealth, and an expanded Caribbean open world. The game features new content with Blackbeard and Stede Bonnet, enhanced ship battles, dynamic weather, and several quality-of-life improvements; a Deluxe Edition adds cosmetic and naval packs and pre-order bonuses, with a July 9, 2026 launch on Xbox Series X|S.
The Legend of Fireball, a free idle game from QubicGames, is now available on the Microsoft Store for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. It features 20 easy achievements that can be unlocked in roughly an hour by destroying objects and upgrading abilities. While optional special editions offer add-ons to speed progress, the core game is fully playable and completion-friendly without spending any money.
DOOM: The Dark Ages’ first major DLC, Revelations, adds 10–12 hours of content including a story campaign, arenas, and new endgame options centered on the Chain Spear, a versatile weapon that replaces the shield and unlocks multiple attack modes and new movement tech (grapple hook and orbital maneuvers). Players can swap between spear and shield as skills unlock, with a large hub and Metroidvania-like secrets between levels, culminating in an uber boss and master arenas. The expansion emphasizes fast, kinetic combat across a reimagined progression and releases July 7 on Xbox Series X|S and PC (Xbox Play Anywhere), with existing difficulty sliders intact.
Industry analysts warn memory hardware costs will keep rising through 2026 and beyond, suggesting a July 2026 upgrade window for Xbox Series X|S before August price hikes and potential supply constraints; the piece argues upgrading now could save money and ensure access to upcoming titles like GTA VI.
Halo: Campaign Evolved’s co-op requirements have sparked confusion: on Xbox Series X|S, offline split-screen requires two distinct Microsoft accounts (online co-op needs Xbox Game Pass); early reports suggested PS5 local co-op also required PS Plus, a claim Halo Studios later corrected, clarifying PS Plus isn’t needed for local PS5 co-op and that accounts simply need PlayStation Network validation. The Steam PC version likewise requires an Xbox account for any co-op. The piece references Halo Waypoint FAQ, notes new co-op balance features like Difficulty Modifiers, and mentions there won’t be a demo ahead of the late July launch.
Rockstar announces GTA 6 pre-orders will begin June 25, 2026 across Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and select retailers, with the official cover art released and a November 19, 2026 release date; price details haven’t been revealed yet and no delay is indicated in this report.
Two more Day-One titles are heading to Xbox Game Pass in July 2026: Fogpiercer debuts on PC July 17, and The Planet Crafter launches on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud July 21, joining Winds of Arcana: Ruination in the July lineup.
Metas announces the final Console Open Beta for Once Human on Xbox Series X|S from June 17 to July 8, offering a bigger Stardust-infected open world where you capture Deviants, mutate with Mutagens, and build to survive; progress is wiped at launch, but cosmetics, Starchrom, and up to six Deviants carry over; pre-download opens June 17 5:00 PM PT and servers go live 7:00 PM PT; cross-play is not enabled with PC/Mobile during this test, though Xbox and PlayStation players can team up; limited spots via Xbox Insider Hub.
UFC 6 on Xbox Series X|S reveals 42 achievements worth 1,000 Gamerscore (nine hidden), introducing new defensive mechanics, expanded evasive movement, a revamped Career Mode, and a Flow State system. Ultimate Edition preorders grant early access before the June 19, 2026 general release (priced at $69.99). Most achievements appear grindy but achievable, with notable targets like maxing a fighter to level 99 in The Gym and obtaining gold for all fighters in a Gym category.
Xbox and Activision say digitally pre-ordered or pre-purchased Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s Standard Digital Edition or Vault Edition unlocks the campaign early on October 16, 2026 across platforms including Xbox Series X|S, PC, PS5, Battle.net, Steam, and Nintendo Switch 2; the full game launches October 23 and will not be included in Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass at launch.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds, a new open-world survival crafting title, is coming to Xbox Series X|S on September 15, 2026, marking the franchise’s first console release. Players explore the undiscovered continent of Ashenfall, gather, build, and craft solo or with up to four friends, battle classic RuneScape creatures, and confront the Dragon Queen Kuldra, all while cross-platform play connects Xbox players with the broader RuneScape community.
Bethesda confirms Fallout 76 will get an Xbox Series X|S upgrade this summer, delivering 4K on Series X, higher draw distances, enhanced shadows, VRR support, and a target 60fps; public testing begins this month via the Microsoft Store, with the upgrade rolling out after testing. The update also introduces Infestations—a new content type across multiple regions that pits players against tougher factions for a mix of standard 3‑Star loot and a guaranteed 4‑Star Legendary item when the boss is defeated.
CD Projekt Red announced The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, a new major expansion developed with Fool’s Theory, slated for 2027 on current-gen Xbox Series X|S and PC with updated performance requirements. The DLC is not listed for older consoles, and it follows the game’s 12-year anniversary release. A formal reveal came early after an accidental RED Launcher update, with more details promised this summer and ongoing ties to The Witcher Remake project.
World of Tanks: Heat launches today as a free-to-play spin-off on Xbox Series X|S and PC, featuring 32 achievements worth 1,000 Gamerscore across 5v5 and 10v10 modes. Players control Agents with two tanks each, unlockable upgrades, and a mix of challenge types including critical hits, assists, and base captures. It won’t be in Xbox Game Pass at launch, but Game Pass perks may come later.