In February 2025, Xbox Game Pass adds three AAA titles: EA Sports F1 24, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, and Watch Dogs: Legion, starting with two games on February 20 and concluding with one on February 25. This follows a strong January with 13 new titles, albeit with significant removals by February’s end.
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Xbox Game Pass will remove seven titles, including A Little to the Left and Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, on February 15, 2025. This follows the loss of 12 games since January. New releases have slowed, with only three games added so far in February, leading to increased removals compared to additions.
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On January 22, Gigantic: Rampage Edition and console versions of Starbound were added to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Standard. This update included five other titles. The changes follow Microsoft’s recent strategy, pushing day-one releases to Ultimate and delaying others for Standard. New games for February 2025 are also confirmed.
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Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders has launched on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate starting January 21. Developed by Megagon Industries, it serves as a sequel to Lonely Mountains: Downhill, offering players snow skiing challenges. Exclusive to Ultimate and PC Game Pass members, it rewards skillful gameplay with new gear and locations, along with upcoming titles.
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The Xbox Developer Direct 2025, scheduled for January 23, promises multiple surprises, including confirmed games like South of Midnight and Doom: The Dark Ages. Insider Jez Corden hints at additional announcements, possibly involving a legendary Japanese franchise. Speculations also include an Oblivion remake and potential titles like Ninja Gaiden 4 or Persona 6.
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Microsoft will host its next Xbox Developer Direct on January 23 at 10 AM PT, featuring games such as South of Midnight and Doom: The Dark Ages, along with a new title yet to be revealed. The event will stream on platforms like YouTube and Twitch, continuing Microsoft’s tradition from previous years.
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Microsoft’s Xbox controllers, known for their compatibility, may see enhancements following a new haptic feedback patent. While the PS5’s DualSense leads in innovation with advanced triggers and nuanced haptics, Microsoft’s design introduces more sophisticated motors. There’s speculation about a new controller debut, possibly with improved features, including backward compatibility and drift-resistant sticks.
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During the Xbox Countdown Sale, Microsoft is surprising random users with $5 gift cards, boosting holiday shopping for gamers. This promotion runs until January 2, 2024, with credits usable on various digital purchases. While not officially announced, some users in the U.S. and Canada have reported receiving these unexpected bonuses.
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A leak suggests that an official announcement for a remake of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion may occur in January 2025, potentially during an Xbox Direct event. While anticipation for this remake builds, fans remain excited for The Elder Scrolls 6, expected in 2026 or later, and have expressed positive reactions online.
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Rumors suggest that more PlayStation console exclusives, primarily third-party timed exclusives, may soon launch on Xbox as Microsoft aims to broaden its brand. While specific titles remain unconfirmed, past examples, like Death Stranding, indicate a growing trend of cross-platform releases, reflecting a shift in the gaming industry’s exclusivity landscape.
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