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Fall Asleep Review

Fall Asleep may be a fleeting fantasy, but as platformers go it’s an enjoyable way to kill an hour or so, even if there’s nothing here you won’t have seen many times before.

Loot Boxes on Xbox: Gaming Feature or Gambling Controversy?

Loot boxes, a controversial yet increasingly common feature

Space Filler Review

Space Filler could be a great introduction to gaming for a non-gamer.

A Week of New Adventures and Farewells Hits Xbox Game Pass

The Xbox Game Pass library is bracing for another week of exciting shifts, welcoming a diverse quartet of new titles while bidding adieu to a departing crew.

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The First Berserker: Khazan Review

The First Berserker: Khazan is a stupendous game.

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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.

Monster Hunter Wilds Review

Monster Hunter Wilds is another sublime time sink.

Symphonia Review

Without a doubt fans of platformers should check Symphonia out, and any other gamers who wish to test their abilities should feel free to tag along too.

Opinions

Wielding the Katana Once More – Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remaster Preview

There’s no doubt that Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remaster is one you’ll want to keep an eye out for.

Round Two! Hands-On with the Capcom Fighting Collection 2

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is shaping up to be a real crowd pleaser, as well as an avenue of discovery for fighting game enthusiasts.

Yoyovania?! Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo Might Just Be Genius

Describing itself as the first “Yoyovania” is Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo, a metroidvania where your main weapon is the titular Cursed Yoyo. 

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.

Xbox and Game Pass: April 2025 – What’s Coming and Worth Playing?

From deeply immersive narratives to strategic challenges and whimsical adventures, April's best Xbox and Game Pass releases offer something for every player. 

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 Dark Side of Xbox: Unveiling the Absolute Worst Games of the Early 2020s

Prepare to delve into the depths of gaming despair as we explore the worst Xbox titles that have released between 2020 and the end of 2024, each scraping the very bottom of the barrel

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Xbox and Game Pass Releases – March 2025!

March 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible month for Xbox gamers, with a diverse lineup of titles hitting the Xbox shelves, some as Day One drops onto Game Pass. 

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A Week of New Adventures and Farewells Hits Xbox Game Pass

The Xbox Game Pass library is bracing for another week of exciting shifts, welcoming a diverse quartet of new titles while bidding adieu to a departing crew.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Launches on Xbox, Game Pass, PlayStation and PC

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is now available on Xbox, PlayStation and PC, with a day-one launch onto Game Pass to sweeten the deal.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered SHADOW DROPS onto Game Pass, Xbox, PC and Play Anywhere

Stop right there, criminal scum... and feast your eyes on this! In a move nobody saw coming, Bethesda Softworks has shadow dropped The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered!

A Glimmer of Hope Arrives: One New Game Joins Game Pass

The Game Pass landscape is set to welcome a unique and intriguing addition this week, offering a fresh experience for subscribers across Xbox and PC.

Clean Up the Mess in Crime Scene Cleaner on Game Pass for Xbox Series X|S, Play Anywhere & PC

Available right now on Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass and PC, Crime Scene Cleaner throws you into the morally grey world of cleaning up after criminals to save your daughter's life.

Conduct the Chaos in the Charming Puzzler Tempopo, Day One on Xbox Game Pass

Get ready to find your rhythm on Xbox, PC, Game Pass and Play Anywhere with the launch of Tempopo.

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Accessory Reviews

Thrustmaster SimTask FarmStick X Controller Review

Consider yourself at one with the farm, and Thrustmaster’s SimTask FarmStick X Controller for Xbox and PC is about as good a piece of kit as you are likely to find. 

Turtle Beach Stealth Pivot Controller Review 

Get the Turtle Beach Stealth Pivot on your consideration list. It’s full of gimmicks, some which you’ll be drawn to, others which you won’t. Yet there’s no denying the quality of this pad. And it’s that which is the biggest appeal. 

GameSir Cyclone 2 Controller Review 

As a Game Pass, PC, mobile or Switch focused controller, this is about as good as you are going to get and it's now our Game Pass controller of choice.

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Reviews

Lushfoil Photography Sim Review

There is something so calming about taking in a beautiful landscape without anything chasing you or needing your mind to focus on questing. It’s that with which Lushfoil Photography Sim excels.

Fall Asleep Review

Fall Asleep may be a fleeting fantasy, but as platformers go it’s an enjoyable way to kill an hour or so, even if there’s nothing here you won’t have seen many times before.

Space Filler Review

Space Filler could be a great introduction to gaming for a non-gamer.

Once Upon a Puppet Review

Once Upon a Puppet provides an enjoyable journey through a theatrical world.

Moving Houses Review

If you enjoyed the subversive type of psychological horror from Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!, then Moving Houses on Xbox will be right up your street.

Ultros Review

Ultros is a form of art that you can so easily lose yourself within.

Amerzone – The Explorer’s Legacy Review

Amerzone - The Explorer's Legacy surprises, both with how good the actual adventure is and just how much effort has clearly gone into this remake.

FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves Review

FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves is an excellent fighting game that can be recommended to anyone who loves a fighter.

Chess Infinity Review

It probably goes without saying, but if you don’t like chess, you won’t like Chess Infinity. But if you fancy learning the game, or think of yourself as something of a Grandmaster already, then you’ll get a lot out of what it offers.

I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream Review

I was surprised by the depth of story found in I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream, and how adventurous it feels for a game to take it on.

Is this Game Trying to Kill Me? Review

Is this Game Trying to Kill Me? is a fun and thoughtful game that will tax your brain for a couple of hours. The narrative and setup are fine but it's not going to rival anything in terms of storytelling. This is all about solving puzzles, working your way through two interconnecting worlds.

Blue Wednesday Review

If you’re a jazz fan, then you’ll enjoy how Blue Wednesday plays, and how the main story elements unfold.

Detective From The Crypt Review

Detective From The Crypt is a reasonable game at a cheap price.

Hook: Complete Edition Review

For the vast majority of our time with Hook: Complete Edition though, we’ve become slightly addicted.

Commandos: Origins Review

Commandos: Origins is a welcome return for the series after a lengthy absence, and it should please long time fans and newcomers alike, providing they are up to the challenge.

Mortisomem Review

Mortisomem is a compelling retro style horror game that will provide a good couple hours of entertainment. With some captivating lore and a fantastic atmosphere, fans of the retro VHS aesthetic will have a great time roaming the dreary forests of inland Brazil.

Police Shootout Review

There are some good ideas kicking around in Police Shootout.

Interviews

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...

Crafting a Legend: Interview with the Makers of Volgarr the Viking II

We reached out to the team at Crazy Viking Studios in hope of finding out more about Volgarr the Viking II, ahead of release on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and PC.

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Lushfoil Photography Sim Review

There is something so calming about taking in a beautiful landscape without anything chasing you or needing your mind to focus on questing. It’s that with which Lushfoil Photography Sim excels.

Fall Asleep Review

Fall Asleep may be a fleeting fantasy, but as platformers go it’s an enjoyable way to kill an hour or so, even if there’s nothing here you won’t have seen many times before.

Loot Boxes on Xbox: Gaming Feature or Gambling Controversy?

Loot boxes, a controversial yet increasingly common feature

Space Filler Review

Space Filler could be a great introduction to gaming for a non-gamer.

A Week of New Adventures and Farewells Hits Xbox Game Pass

The Xbox Game Pass library is bracing for another week of exciting shifts, welcoming a diverse quartet of new titles while bidding adieu to a departing crew.

Trust No One – Survivalist: Invisible Strain is Out Now on Xbox Series X|S

Survivalist: Invisible Strain, a unique and deeply complex survival RPG, is available right now on Xbox Series X|S.

Once Upon a Puppet Review

Once Upon a Puppet provides an enjoyable journey through a theatrical world.

Madden NFL 25: How Digital Football Continues to Shape Real Sports Engagement

Madden NFL 25 continues to dominate the landscape of sports video games

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. 

October’s Best New Games – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #209

Scrubbing up once again so you can watch as well as listen to the team, join Gareth, Richard and Darren as they return with Episode 209 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast.

Star Wars and The Best Games of September – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #208

September is here and the gaming scene is starting to ramp up - especially in terms of new releases. It's that which is the main focus of Episode 208 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast. There's some Star Wars chatter too.