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Battle your Way through the Void in Neo-Noir Love Story El Paso, Elsewhere

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Summary From the mind behind Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator comes a neo-noir third-person shooter about killing the monster you loved. Battle supernatural creatures from across space and time with an arsenal of deadly weapons. El Paso, Elsewhere is coming to Xbox consoles and PC this Fall. Sometimes, your greatest enemies are your own memories. We’re telling a new kind of love story in El Paso, Elsewhere , the latest title from my studio, the developers behind Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator, Strange Scaffold. A nightmarish one-way trip set deep beneath a motel in El Paso, Texas, you’ll unravel a tale about addiction and heartbreak as you shoot and stake monsters from horror movies and our own minds. El Paso, Elsewhere is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC this Fall. The setup is, after learning that the world as we know it is going to be destroyed in an arcane ritual, recovering drug addict and Black folklore researcher James Savage returns to his ...

Microsoft Flight Simulator Introduces the World’s Heaviest Aircraft, the Antonov AN-225 Mriya

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All proceeds to go toward the rebuilding effort for the Ukrainian aircraft . As part of Microsoft Flight Simulator ’s ongoing digital preservation efforts, it is pleased to introduce the world’s largest aircraft, the Ukrainian-built Antonov An-225 Mriya, today. It is an ultra-heavy lift jet transport aircraft featuring six engines, and holds the record as the world’s longest plane as well as many other size-related aviation records. Only one Mriya was ever completed, and it was rendered catastrophically inoperable in the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. Efforts are underway to attempt to rebuild the aircraft and fly it again. Using the An-124 Ruslan as a design base, in 1985 Antonov began engineering a project called “Mk. 401.” It was later named the An-225, since it could carry up to 225 tons of cargo. Apart from being much larger than the An-124, the Mriya (“dream” in Ukrainian) was fitted with six turbofan engines, the same power sources used by the Ruslan. Further distinguishi...

The Abyss Queen Emerges in the Paladins Season 6 Update

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Since his arrival in the Realm, Azaan has been preparing for a looming threat – a foe whose advent could tear the world asunder. But just before Azaan is able to enact his last ditch efforts, she has arrived…and the Realm will never be the same. Give welcome to your new matriarch – Nyx, Queen of the Abyss, has emerged from the darkest corners of the Abyss into the Realm. Nyx is the newest Frontline Champion to tower over the Paladins roster, bringing the total number of playable characters to 58. Her passive ability, Queen of Change, gives her a healing bonus while near an objective, encouraging players to stay up close and personal at all times. Nyx doesn’t have a traditional weapon and instead deals with foes using her fists. Her primary fire is a five hit chain of melee strikes and her alternate fire, Rift Slash, splits open reality in an area, dealing damage and slowing enemies caught in the effect. But what would a queen be without a way to punish those who would dare raise a ...

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for February 27 to March 3

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Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in! Brok the InvestiGator – February 28 An innovative adventure game mixed with beat ’em up and RPG elements. As Brok, a private detective and former boxer, who lives with the son of his deceased wife, has never been able to explain her terrible accident. But now, recent events may shed some light on an even more tragic outcome… one that may be linked to their own existence. Destiny 2: Lightfall – February 28 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery Find strength in your fellow Guardians as the end to all things approaches — the Witness is here. Travel to Neptune and discover a neon metropolis unlike any you’ve explored in Destiny 2 . Meet the Cloud Striders, join the fight against th...

The Wreck is an Upcoming “Reality-Inspired Game”… What Does That Mean?

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Video games are all about fun and entertainment… but sometimes, they can also be a bit more than that. There’s a million reasons why people play video games. If you like interactive stories and visual novels, for instance, there’s a good chance you’ll enjoy The Wreck , with its branching narrative, its dialog choices and its brave main character, Junon. But when I say brave, I mean it, because the 36-year-old failed screenwriter is facing the absolute worst day of her life. Picture this: Junon’s called by the hospital because Marie, her mother, had a stroke. And when she arrives there, she learns that Marie designated her as her trusted advocate. In the coming hours, Junon’s going to have to make very complicated decisions… except, let’s face it: she’s not ready for this. So, she decides to flee from the hospital and her responsibilities… only to be caught in a car crash. Absolute worst day, I told you. We like calling The Wreck a “reality-inspired game” because it’s about real li...

Rust Console Edition Gets a Major Update – Power Surge!

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Another massive Rust Console Edition content update is set to release today on Xbox One and Xbox Series S|X! Introducing Power Surge. This highly requested update promises to “energize” your gaming experience. With it comes the new Power Plant monument, as well as cutting-edge components that will expand your base-building capabilities. Be prepared to transform your gameplay like never before, and stick around to learn more about all the new exciting features coming out with Power Surge. Electrify the Competition One of the major highlights of this update is the introduction of electricity. This new feature will provide power to your base components and incorporating it brings numerous benefits, greatly enhancing your base-building potential. By utilising circuits, you’ll have the ability to link multiple electrical components together, providing a multitude of possibilities to improve your base’s functionality. For instance, you can do something simple like installing a heartbea...

Forza Horizon 5 Rally Adventure Available March 29

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Summary Kick up massive dust trails in Forza Horizon 5 Rally Adventure , coming March 29 to the Forza Horizon 5 Premium Add-ons Bundle , Premium Edition , and Expansions Bundle – and available for standalone purchase at $19.99 USD. Discover the rugged Sierra Nueva and explore six new biomes including dramatic craters, an Abandoned Quarry and an entirely smashable Palm Forest.   Build your ultimate rally machine using all-new rally parts including anti-lag with spectacular flame effects and fire-cracker audio, as well as launch control for that perfect rally start! Today on the Forza Horizon 5 Let’s ¡GO! livestream, we announced that rally is coming to Forza with Forza Horizon 5 Rally Adventure . Available on March 29 across Xbox consoles, PC on Windows and Steam, and Cloud Gaming (Beta), this new expansion will allow players to prove their mettle across three different rally teams; racing purpose-built rally monsters across the exciting new regions and biomes of Sie...