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Two’s a Pair – Ah, Love! Season 2 Brings More Puzzles to Xbox

There comes a time, occasionally, where a puzzle game seems a bit too confusing to describe in words, but we will try our best when it comes to Ah, Love! Season 2. 

Music Drive: Chase the Beat Review

If you are looking for a bit of retro car chasing, then you might just be on the right track with Music Drive: Chase the Beat.

Game, Stream, Create: How Hybrid Laptops Became the Norm

Once upon a time, choosing a laptop meant picking a lane.

One of the Biggest Sports Series is Back with EA SPORTS College Football 26 on Xbox and PlayStation

The circus show that is college American Football captivated players in EA SPORTS College Football 25, and the sequel of EA SPORTS College Football 26 looks to capture that same magic.

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Top Rated Games

Aureole – Wings of Hope Review

Aureole - Wings of Hope sees you jump, ring blitz, and speed your way through the lush Forest Glade, all the way to the pearly gates of Heaven Kingdom, providing all the nostalgic enjoyment arcade titles did for many in the past.

despelote Review

despelote is a short game, running just a few hours, but it's a perfect length.

The First Berserker: Khazan Review

The First Berserker: Khazan is a stupendous game.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Review

If you’re a fan of Assassin's Creed, hooked from the very first game, you’ll find a lot of love for Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

Split Fiction Review

Split Fiction is a very special game.

Opinions

6 Months In – The Best Xbox and Game Pass Games of 2025 (So Far!)

As we officially cross the halfway mark of 2025, it's a perfect time to reflect on the incredible journey Xbox gamers have experienced so far this year, with the best Xbox and Game Pass games of 2025 so far.

Xbox VR Is… – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #214

TheXboxHub podcast team are back with Episode 214 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast and in a week dominated by the Xbox side of gaming, there's a ton to cover. VR being one of them.

Your Summer Gaming Just Started: The Best of Xbox’s Jaw-Dropping New July Releases

As the summer sun heats up, so does the Xbox gaming calendar! July 2025 is set to deliver an incredible lineup of new titles to the Xbox eco-system, offering a diverse range of experiences to keep you hooked on both console and Game Pass.

2025 Xbox Showcase and Summer Game Fest – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #213

Episode 213 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast is all about the 2025 editions of the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest

BECOMING A GOD: Exclusive Interview with Soulstone Survivors’ Game Lead Allan Smith

Get dev insight on Soulstone Survivors' Xbox launch. Game Smithing talk build variety, insane on-screen chaos, and the ultimate power fantasy.

The Ultimate June 2025 Xbox List: The Best New Xbox and Game Pass Releases

Get ready to dive into exciting new worlds and embark on unforgettable journeys with these standout Xbox and Game Pass titles, all set to release during June 2025.

Towerborne: The Game Pass Looter Brawler That Could Dominate Your Xbox

Towerborne in Game Preview and on Game Pass is most certainly off to a promising start.

GTA VI TRAILER 2: Rockstar’s SECRET Drop Has Us HYPED With What We Spotted!

Right, let's dive into the electrifying arrival of the second GTA VI trailer! 

15 NEW Xbox Games Due to Release in May 2025 That Will BLOW YOUR MIND!

May 2025 is shaping up to be an absolute powerhouse of gaming for Xbox players, promising to deliver a relentless barrage of exciting new releases for Xbox and Game Pass. 

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Game Pass Just Got a Major Thrill Ride as Legends Arrive For Play!

Hold onto your controllers because July is truly heating up for Game Pass subscribers - with a number of new games landing on the subscription service this week!

Build, Fight, Extract! Mecha BREAK is the Newest Free-to-Play Game Pass Shooter on Xbox & PC

Mecha BREAK, from developers Amazing Seasun, is the newest free-to-play extraction shooter on the Game Pass, Xbox and PC market - good for those of us who lament the absence of Helldivers on Microsoft’s consoles!

A Major Shake-Up! Call of Duty, Little Nightmares & More Hit Game Pass (While Others Vanish)

Let's dig into the latest updates to your Game Pass subscription for this coming week, detailing the new games landing, as well as those being removed from the service.

Your Summer Gaming Just Started: The Best of Xbox’s Jaw-Dropping New July Releases

As the summer sun heats up, so does the Xbox gaming calendar! July 2025 is set to deliver an incredible lineup of new titles to the Xbox eco-system, offering a diverse range of experiences to keep you hooked on both console and Game Pass.

Critically Acclaimed Roguelite City Builder Against the Storm Hits Xbox Game Pass

After amassing "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews on Steam, Xbox players can now finally take on the role of the Viceroy and attempt to tame the wilderness in Against the Storm.

Critically Acclaimed Volcano Princess Erupts onto Xbox, Game Pass & Play Anywhere

Volcano Princess is a deeply engaging parenting-simulator RPG that has made its much-anticipated debut on Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass and PC

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Accessory Reviews

NACON Revolution X Unlimited Controller Review

If you want precision, or reactivity, or full-on customisation, you’ve got it with the NACON Revolution X Unlimited controller for Xbox.

Turtle Beach Afterglow Wave Controller Review

The price of the Turtle Beach Afterglow Wave Controller for Xbox means this feels good value for money.  But if you do have a PDP Afterglow Wave already to hand, there’s nothing that warrants an upgrade here. 

GameSir X5 Lite Type C Controller Review

The GameSir X5 Lite Type C Controller is a super lightweight, easy to use mobile controller that will allow you the chance to game on the go, easier than ever before.

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Reviews

Music Drive: Chase the Beat Review

If you are looking for a bit of retro car chasing, then you might just be on the right track with Music Drive: Chase the Beat.

Rally Arcade Classics Review 

With a ton of content included, and a huge ‘one more go’ feel to the stages available, should you be looking to usher up memories of the good old days, get Rally Arcade Classics installed immediately.

Death Kid Review

Death Kid provides exciting gameplay with some especially lovely attention to detail when it comes to enemy design and variety. The animations are always stellar, but I left wishing the story was a bit less surface level.

Dustwind: Resistance Review

There is no doubt that it is a solid enough game, with a few good ideas, but they are buried beneath a layer of obtuseness that makes playing Dustwind: Resistance a chore.

Fireball 2 Review

Fireball 2 is a fun game that has an affordable price tag and can easily take up several hours of your day if you let it. It’s definitely worth checking out if you’re looking to scratch that arcade survival itch.

Tour de France 2025 Review

Excitement you may not necessarily find, but should you be ready to immerse yourself in a two-wheeled world full of brutality and athletic desires, Tour de France 2025 should finally be considered. 

Final Fantasy XVI Review

Better late than never, but Final Fantasy XVI’s arrival on Xbox is a very welcome one. If you can stomach the unnecessary entry fee for a two-year-old game – or wait for a sale – then a thrilling action-RPG awaits.

Vasilisa and Baba Yaga Review

You’ll love the story, soundtrack, and visuals of Vasilisa and Baba Yaga as it looks to transport you to a different culture and fantasy world that feels different, yet familiar.

Soulstone Survivors Review

That new addiction? It's found in Soulstone Survivors. If you're familiar with the genre, dive right in, enjoy the depth it allows; embrace the grind for an eternity. And if you're new, green to this new found world, good luck - you're about to lose a whole chunk of your life.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate Review

The heroes in a half shell have achieved an entertaining and exciting experience with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate.

Mystic Pathways Review

Mystic Pathways is a game I recommend to those who want to pick up a quick and easy game to enjoy - especially when wanting to relax to a new magical level.

Aureole – Wings of Hope Review

Aureole - Wings of Hope sees you jump, ring blitz, and speed your way through the lush Forest Glade, all the way to the pearly gates of Heaven Kingdom, providing all the nostalgic enjoyment arcade titles did for many in the past.

Zombie Cure Lab Review

If you’re patient, or just dying for a new twist on the undead, there is a clever little colony sim hidden here in Zombie Cure Lab. But until the developers roll out some much-needed patches, this lab experiment might be best left on ice.

Still Wakes the Deep: Siren’s Rest Review

Dive in to Still Wakes the Deep: Siren's Rest and you’ll be totally hooked by the few hours it takes to run.

TRON: Catalyst Review

The top-down visuals give TRON: Catalyst an old-fashioned feel, which seems appropriate for the Tron Universe. I found the storytelling in this game to be intriguing and full of interesting plots and character dynamics.

Prison Alone Review

Prison Alone won't take you long to complete, but you will have a good time doing it, aided by the added advantage of being an inexpensive experience.

Cipher Monk Review

Cipher Monk is a good puzzler and different in its approach, but it certainly needs some early explanation to get you started. And then, once in the groove, you’ll probably want more content in order to be fully satisfied.

Interviews

BECOMING A GOD: Exclusive Interview with Soulstone Survivors’ Game Lead Allan Smith

Get dev insight on Soulstone Survivors' Xbox launch. Game Smithing talk build variety, insane on-screen chaos, and the ultimate power fantasy.

Exclusive Interview – “A Tiny Miracle”: Rocket Panda Games’ Vision for Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate is storming onto modern platforms and we caught up with Rocket Panda Games for an exclusive interview.

Exclusive Interview with Peter Connelly: The Man Behind Tomb Raider and Lara’s Music

Join us as we sit down for an exclusive interview with Peter Connelly, the man behind the iconic sounds of the Tomb Raider series.

Remastering a Classic in STAR WARS: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles – Exclusive Interview with Aspyr

Prepare to unleash your inner Jedi! STAR WARS™: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles™ is making a comeback, and we sat down with Aspyr to uncover some exclusive details. 

Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered: An Exclusive Interview with Aspyr

We sat down with Matthew Ray, Brand Manager at Aspyr, to discuss the upcoming release of Tomb Raider IV - VI Remastered, delving into the challenges, the triumphs, and the enduring legacy of this beloved franchise.

Crafting Chaos: Blue Manchu on the Making of Wild Bastards

We wanted to find out more about Wild Bastards, ahead of release on Xbox, PlayStation and PC in September. Jon Chey from Blue Manchu was more than happy to sit down for a chat...

Latest Articles

Doomsday Is Here – Can You Survive The Last Camp on Xbox and PlayStation?

Twin-stick shooting can contain some of the most satisfying combat experiences out there, and The Last Camp - from Paradow Entertainment and NiuGamer - looks to be the latest in a long line of successful games in the genre.

Two’s a Pair – Ah, Love! Season 2 Brings More Puzzles to Xbox

There comes a time, occasionally, where a puzzle game seems a bit too confusing to describe in words, but we will try our best when it comes to Ah, Love! Season 2. 

Music Drive: Chase the Beat Review

If you are looking for a bit of retro car chasing, then you might just be on the right track with Music Drive: Chase the Beat.

Game, Stream, Create: How Hybrid Laptops Became the Norm

Once upon a time, choosing a laptop meant picking a lane.

One of the Biggest Sports Series is Back with EA SPORTS College Football 26 on Xbox and PlayStation

The circus show that is college American Football captivated players in EA SPORTS College Football 25, and the sequel of EA SPORTS College Football 26 looks to capture that same magic.

Exclusive Interview – The Art of Co-op Chaos, Super Evil Megacorp Dives Deep into TMNT: Splintered Fate

To celebrate the launch and dive deep into the creation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate we had the opportunity to sit down with Tom Westall, Product Director at developer Super Evil Megacorp.

Rally Arcade Classics Review 

With a ton of content included, and a huge ‘one more go’ feel to the stages available, should you be looking to usher up memories of the good old days, get Rally Arcade Classics installed immediately.

Death Kid Review

Death Kid provides exciting gameplay with some especially lovely attention to detail when it comes to enemy design and variety. The animations are always stellar, but I left wishing the story was a bit less surface level.

Xbox VR Is… – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #214

TheXboxHub podcast team are back with Episode 214 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast and in a week dominated by the Xbox side of gaming, there's a ton to cover. VR being one of them.

2025 Xbox Showcase and Summer Game Fest – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #213

Episode 213 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast is all about the 2025 editions of the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest

What Games Should You Be Playing This March? – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #212

Join Gareth, Darren and Richard as they welcome in 2025 the only way they know how. By being two months late with a podcast, episode 212.

The Game Awards 2024 – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #211

We have had a little break, but TheXboxHub Official Podcast is back with Episode 211 to ensure you’re covered when it comes to the very latest announcements.

The Scariest Games – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #210

It's the Halloween season and that means focus on the scariest of all games. At least that's the case for Episode 210 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast.