S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky Review

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky should be seen as an expansion rather than a full prequel, but it is one that fans will enjoy nonetheless.

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Take in a Game Pass road trip with Open Roads

If the Annapurna Interactive name is behind something, its generally pretty damn decent. Hopes are high then as Open Roads allows us to take in a Game Pass, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC road trip. 

Head back to the nightmare – Don’t Be Afraid 2 is announced!

A couple of years back we got scared silly in Don't Be Afraid. And still we cannot wait for the sequel, especially now that Don't Be Afraid 2 has been confirmed.

Stasis: Bone Totem is the long-awaited sequel to a cult classic

Available right now, Stasis: Bone Totem from Feardemic looks to deliver a mysterious new gaming experience to players.

One Last Breath is your one last hope

There's no doubt that One Last Breath on Xbox will muster up some old-school Limbo and Inside memories, not just visually, but story too.

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Dragon’s Dogma 2 Review

If you liked the first game, or if you are looking for an action RPG with epic fights, then Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a must-have.

Balatro Review

Balatro is unique in that when you aren’t playing it, you’re thinking about it.

Persona 3 Reload Review

Go and play Persona 3 Reload; a truly stunning game.

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Review

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth has some series best moments in it, both highs and (very) lows. But stop the count: the 2024 GOTY is out in January.

Sea of Stars Review

Sea of Stars manages to modernise a dated formula by raising the bar for all future 2D RPGs.

Opinions

Invincible: Doc Seismic Attacks – Thoughts from a Fortnite Island

If you are a fan of the comics or animated series, or just a lover of all things Fortnite, then Invincible: Doc Seismic Attacks is a no brainer.

Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges Guide Series 31 – Spring

The final week has dawned in the current series of Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges in Forza Horizon 5, and with it, Spring has arrived.

Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges Guide Series 31 – Winter

Winter has arrived in Mexico - and the world of Forza Horizon 5. And so the usual Weekly Challenges found in the Festival Playlist events have switched up.

Why you need to be keeping an eye on Chorus Worldwide in 2024

We were recently invited to a hands-off preview event for some upcoming releases from Chorus Worldwide.

Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges Guide Series 31 – Autumn

It is supposed to be Spring outside my window, and yet the weather looks a lot more like Autumn. This is a handy link to the new season of Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges of Forza Horizon 5 - Series 31 Autumn.

New Star GP Achievements

Interested in New Star GP on Xbox and the achievements and Gamerscore it offers? We've got the details you need.

Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges Guide Series 31 – Summer

Well, it is finally here, the dawn of Series 31 of the Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges in Forza Horizon 5, And that means there are a host of new cars and tunes to get through for the Summer.

The Best Xbox Releases of March – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #195

In Episode 195 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast the team get together to chat over the best new Xbox games planned for March 2024.

12 of the best new Xbox and Game Pass games for March 2024

2024 marches on and as a new month arrives, so do a host of new Xbox games; whether that be on Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One. 

Game Pass

Take in a Game Pass road trip with Open Roads

If the Annapurna Interactive name is behind something, its generally pretty damn decent. Hopes are high then as Open Roads allows us to take in a Game Pass, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC road trip. 

Epic adventures await – Diablo IV headlines 3 new Game Pass additions

We've known for a while that today would be a great day for Game Pass subscribers, with Diablo IV finally coming to the subscription service. But that is just 1 of 3 new additions to Game Pass today. Which of the newest adventures will you be taking in?

Harold Halibut – the stop-motion underwater Game Pass adventure you will want to play

It’s safe to say that Harold Halibut caught our attention and imagination with its unique style, setting and story.

The Chinese Room reveal Game Pass release date for Still Wakes the Deep

The Chinese Room have today confirmed that Still Wakes the Deep will be coming to Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and PC.

Lightyear Frontier is now on Game Pass, Xbox and PC

Available to download from the Xbox Store, Lightyear Frontier is playable on Xbox Series X|S and PC through Game Pass if you like.

2 new Game Pass Day One Debutants are playable today

Got yourself a Game Pass subscription for Xbox or PC? You're in for a good old time today as 2 new games hit the service as Day One debutants. And they are playable today!

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Accessory Reviews

Thrustmaster eSwap X2 Pro Controller for Xbox Review

Thrustmaster very much continue their recent trend of providing gamers with some more than decent options in the eSwap X2 Pro for Xbox

GameSir X2s Type-C Mobile Controller Review

If you’re looking for an entry level mobile controller to help you out with the likes of Game Pass and Cloud Gaming, the GameSir X2s Type-C Mobile Controller is okay

GUNNAR Intercept Assassin’s Creed: Mirage Edition Glasses Review

Can we recommend GUNNAR's Intercept Assassin's Creed: Mirage Edition glasses?

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Reviews

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky Review

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky should be seen as an expansion rather than a full prequel, but it is one that fans will enjoy nonetheless.

Die After Sunset Review

Die After Sunset is a roguelike shooter with a bit of a twist.

One More Dungeon 2 Review

One More Dungeon 2 isn’t the most demanding game.

DARKGEMS Review

Treat DARKGEMS as two hours of laid-back, ASMR mining, and there’s gold in the seams.

Tiny Tales: Heart of the Forest Review

Tiny Tales: Heart of the Forest shows promise.

Sunny Café Review

Visual novel fans, however, can be reassured that Sunny Café is one of the good ones.

Diablo: Book of Tyrael – Book Review

Diablo: Book of Tyrael is a good read.

Re:Touring Review

Re:Touring is like sitting down with a good puzzle book.

Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection Review

The two games featured in the Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection were big deals when first released. Playing them again now, it is clear to see why.

10 Seconds to Win! Review

10 Seconds to Win! is as formulaic as they come, but remains an enjoyable little platformer, despite the fact it’s all over in a flash.

Thrustmaster eSwap X2 Pro Controller for Xbox Review

Thrustmaster very much continue their recent trend of providing gamers with some more than decent options in the eSwap X2 Pro for Xbox

Contra: Operation Galuga Review

Contra: Operation Galuga is a more than solid run and gun shooter that you should take for a spin. It comes with some great shooting action, an interesting weapon system and the chance to play with friends. Just be aware of the difficulty. 

Unicorn Overlord Review

Unicorn Overlord isn’t so much about why you are journeying, but more about who is joining you, who stands in your way and how good you look whilst progressing.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 Review

If you liked the first game, or if you are looking for an action RPG with epic fights, then Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a must-have.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chornobyl Review

For fans of the Metro and Fallout series, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chornobyl is very much in the same vein.

Alone in the Dark Review

Not helped by glitches and frame stutters, Alone in the Dark is a decent relaunch of the franchise, one that is let down by the combat mechanics.

Stolen Realm Review

The bones of Stolen Realm are basically sound.

Interviews

Exclusive Interview – Why It’s Happening and Yogscast Games want us to PlateUp!

We grabbed for the apron and sat down with the original developer behind PlateUp!, Alastair Janse van Rensburg, in hope of discovering more about the upcoming Xbox launch. 

Exclusive Interview – Understanding The Invincible with Starward Industries

We wanted to find out more about The Invincible, what prompted its creation and how Starward went about delivering it. Maciej Dobrowolski, CMO at Starward Industries was more than happy to tell us more. 

Exclusive Interview – Getting musical with Dodo Re Mi and the madness of Jackbox

We wanted to find out more about how the Jackbox team go about creating these wonderful experiences, injecting humour into every party session. And so when we got the chance to settle down with Brooke Breit - director on the musical masterpiece that is Dodo Re Mi - we jumped at it.

Exclusive interview with the makers of Born of Bread: the little RPG with a lot to prove

When we fall head over heels for a game, we grasp at any opportunity to interview its creators. And so it goes with Nicolas Lamarche, the lead designer of Born of Bread. We discussed bakery puns over some dipping breads, and are here to bring you the results.

Exclusive Interview – kicking back with My Time at Sandrock’s Game Director

When we had the opportunity to grab one of the team behind both Portia and Sandrock, we jumped at the chance. Xu Zhi, director of My Time in Portia and My Time at Sandrock was only too happy to answer our questions…

Exclusive Interview – Getting Turbocharged with Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 and Milestone

The Milestone team are back with Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 - Turbocharged. We grabbed Andrea Basilio, the head of design at Milestone in hope of finding out more about the game.

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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky should be seen as an expansion rather than a full prequel, but it is one that fans will enjoy nonetheless.

Take in a Game Pass road trip with Open Roads

If the Annapurna Interactive name is behind something, its generally pretty damn decent. Hopes are high then as Open Roads allows us to take in a Game Pass, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC road trip. 

Head back to the nightmare – Don’t Be Afraid 2 is announced!

A couple of years back we got scared silly in Don't Be Afraid. And still we cannot wait for the sequel, especially now that Don't Be Afraid 2 has been confirmed.

Stasis: Bone Totem is the long-awaited sequel to a cult classic

Available right now, Stasis: Bone Totem from Feardemic looks to deliver a mysterious new gaming experience to players.

One Last Breath is your one last hope

There's no doubt that One Last Breath on Xbox will muster up some old-school Limbo and Inside memories, not just visually, but story too.

Explore the fantasy world of Ario on Xbox, PlayStation and PC

Ario is a very unique proposition. It comes to Xbox, PlayStation and PC via the Vata Games and Artax Games teams, mixing in a fantasy world, platforming, puzzles and tower defence. Will it work?

Epic adventures await – Diablo IV headlines 3 new Game Pass additions

We've known for a while that today would be a great day for Game Pass subscribers, with Diablo IV finally coming to the subscription service. But that is just 1 of 3 new additions to Game Pass today. Which of the newest adventures will you be taking in?

Die After Sunset Review

Die After Sunset is a roguelike shooter with a bit of a twist.

The Best Xbox Releases of March – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #195

In Episode 195 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast the team get together to chat over the best new Xbox games planned for March 2024.

The Good and Bad of Skull and Bones – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #194

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The Future of Xbox – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #193

TheXboxHub Official Podcast is here again and in Episode 193 the guys get together to focus on the talk of the town - The Future of Xbox.

The Games to Play in February – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #192

TheXboxHub podcast team get together for Episode 192 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast in order to talk about the new games you should be playing in February 2024.

Tekken 8 and Gaming’s Layoffs – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #191

In a hard week for gaming, the new releases just keep flowing. And that means TheXboxHub team get together to chat over the latest news, reviews and opinions. For TheXboxHub Official Podcast #191 it's the launch of Tekken 8 and the huge number of layoffs hitting the gaming industry that is front and centre.Â