Anime or Ramen? You decide with the latest Kairosoft releases on Xbox

Available right now are two new Kairosoft games on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S - Anime Studio Story and The Ramen Sensei

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The classic returns in PO’ed: Definitive Edition

Near on 40 years ago came PO'ed - an adrenaline-pumping survival space shooter. Now that game lands on Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC in PO'ed: Definitive Edition.

An endless battle awaits in Musashi vs Cthulhu

Ronin versus the monsters - that's the premise of Musashi vs Cthulhu as it releases on PC and console

Core Keeper releases in full on PC and console this August

Throughout the current Steam Early Access period, Core Keeper has picked up some serious acclaim. But now the full release is upcoming, with launch on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and PC. 

Starfield’s latest update brings new Surface Maps, Extreme Difficulty, Display Settings and more!

Still navigating the vastness of Starfield? If you are, today you'll be treated to the latest update - one that adds in a host of new features, options and more. 

Top Rated Games

Loretta Review

For narrative lovers, Loretta is almost perfect.

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.

Opinions

How will Studio Closures Affect Xbox? – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #200

No, we can’t quite believe it either. This week TheXboxHub Official Podcast hits a major milestone. Episode 200! As the guys get over the bewilderment of how they got here and reminisce about their favourite moments, there’s also a big news week to dig into.

Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges Guide Series 33 – Winter

The Apex All-Stars Series continues in Forza Horizon 5,...

May’s Best New Xbox Games – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #199

Episode 199 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast is up, live and ready for your listening. This time the guys chat over the best new games set to release on Xbox throughout May 2024.

Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges Guide Series 33 – Autumn

In this article, I’ll attempt to suggest cars and tunes for you try out, all as you look to complete the Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges for Series 33 Autumn, in the hope of getting our hands on some exclusive cars.

9 Best New Xbox and Game Pass games to play in May 2024

We've narrowed things down to 9 of the best new games to release on Xbox and Game Pass through May 2024. The question is, what will you be playing?

Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges Guide Series 33 – Summer

A new Series of weekly events - it is time to get cracking with the Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges for Series 33 Summer.

Why you should you go building an interstellar homestead with Lightyear Frontier on Game Pass

One of the latest to go down the Game Preview and Game Pass route is that of Lightyear Frontier, a game that takes farming sim elements but puts it into space.

It’s all about Fallout – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #198

Episode 198 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast is up, live and ready for listening. But what is front and centre? Well, it's all about Fallout. Isn't it?

Forza Horizon 5 Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges Guide Series 32 – Spring

The final week of the Horizon Race Off dawns in Forza Horizon 5, yet as we prepare to bid farewell, there is a last hoorah in the shape of the Festival Playlist Weekly Challenges for Series 32 Spring.

Game Pass

The magical Metroidvania cooking delights of Magical Delicacy are coming to Game Pass, Xbox and PC

It's sold as a Metroidvania-lite cooking game, but all we care about is that Magical Delicacy is coming to Game Pass, Xbox and PC this summer. 

Explore the world of Little Kitty, Big City on Game Pass, Xbox, Switch and PC

We're not sure there's ever been a cat-themed game quite like Little Kitty, Big City as it releases on Game Pass, Xbox, Switch and PC. 

9 Best New Xbox and Game Pass games to play in May 2024

We've narrowed things down to 9 of the best new games to release on Xbox and Game Pass through May 2024. The question is, what will you be playing?

Overwhelmingly Positive Steam game releases on Xbox and Game Pass

You may have noticed The Rewinder gathering up some seriously impressive reviews over on Steam. Now that game comes to Xbox and Game Pass.

Don’t get crabby – Another Crab’s Treasure is on Game Pass, Xbox and more!

A Souls-like in which we play as a little crab looking to get their old life back? Yeah, we didn't expect Another Crab's Treasure to be anything but mad. 

Why you should you go building an interstellar homestead with Lightyear Frontier on Game Pass

One of the latest to go down the Game Preview and Game Pass route is that of Lightyear Frontier, a game that takes farming sim elements but puts it into space.

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Accessory Reviews

Tribit XSound Plus 2 Speaker Review 

There should be no reason to not consider the Tribit XSound Plus 2 Speaker for your Bluetooth audio needs. 

GreatBeanBags Designer Velvet Hi-Back Gamer Bean Bag Review

There's hardly a thing to complain about in regards the GreatBeanBags Designer Velvet Hi-Back Gamer Bean Bag.

UGREEN Nexode RG 65W USB C GaN Charger Review

You’re going to struggle to find much better than UGREEN's Nexode RG 65W USB C GaN Charger. He’ll be more than happy to recharge, regenerate and rejuvenate your batteries.

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Reviews

The Kindeman Remedy Review

The Kindeman Remedy is a very dark and disturbing game.

Read Only Memories: NEURODIVER Review

Read Only Memories: NEURODIVER delivers an intriguing sci-fi adventure that’s relentless from the get-go.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Review

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is packed with stuff to do.

Tribit XSound Plus 2 Speaker Review 

There should be no reason to not consider the Tribit XSound Plus 2 Speaker for your Bluetooth audio needs. 

Richman 11 Review

There are just about enough modes to keep things interesting in Richman 11 but it isn’t brimming with content, even after ten other versions of it.

15in1 Solitaire Review

15in1 Solitaire bundles in some confusing, poorly tutorialised and - on occasion - broken variants of Solitaire, which is no use to anyone.

Lunar Lander Beyond Review 

What we have with Lunar Lander Beyond is a brilliant reimagining of an old classic.

CorpoNation: The Sorting Process Review

CorpoNation: The Sorting Process is a brilliant commentary on capitalism and totalitarian states of being.

Crow Country Review

Crow Country is an excellent homage to the games found in the early survival horror market.

ArcRunner Review

There's no doubt that ArcRunner is a fun blast.

FRONT MISSION 2: Remake Review

FRONT MISSION 2: Remake is a game worth checking out if you like the genre.

GreatBeanBags Designer Velvet Hi-Back Gamer Bean Bag Review

There's hardly a thing to complain about in regards the GreatBeanBags Designer Velvet Hi-Back Gamer Bean Bag.

Awesome Pea 3 Review

Awesome Pea 3 bears all the hallmarks of the many, many platform games that came before it.

Cyber Citizen Shockman 3: The Princess from Another World Review

Unfortunately, Cyber Citizen Shockman 3: The Princess from Another World is simply another game for achievement fodder from Ratalaika Games.

Roofcats Band – Suika Style Review

Roofcats Band - Suika Style is a shabby, unruly little tomcat, and won’t do quite what you want it to.

SAND LAND Review 

It’s fair to say SAND LAND is an alright anime-based action-RPG that fans of the series might enjoy.

Little Kitty, Big City Review

Little Kitty, Big City is an utterly charming adventure while it lasts.

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.

Latest Articles

Contraband announced by Avalanche Studios and Xbox Game Studios

Sold as a cooperative smuggler’s paradise, Contraband has today been announced for launch on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Game Pass and PC by the teams at Avalanche Studios and Xbox Game Studios.

Diablo II: Resurrected to open the gates of hell in September

The world of Diablo is loved around the globe and very soon players on Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC will be able to reopen the gates of hell once more, as Diablo II: Resurrected makes the most of modern day hardware. Today it's all about the all-important release date.

Hunt the Night announced for Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC

If you're looking for dark fantasy lore, 16-bit visuals and the chance to embark on a new top-down action-adventure, Hunt the Night is looking extremely promising. Especially as it'll be coming to Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and PC.

TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 85: Ubisoft Forward 2021 Special

The Summer Game Fest is well underway and now it’s time to find out what went down during the Ubisoft Forward E3 2021 event in TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 85. Join TheXboxHub’s quartet of Gareth, James, Darren and Paul for all the best bits, the low points, and everything in between. The Tribeca Games Spotlight is also on the agenda, so there’s plenty for you to hear about. All you need to do is tune in and give us a listen.

Become a hero with Firegirl

Think you've got what it takes to rescue folk, recruit a team and rebuild the world around you, all whilst becoming a hero in the process? Firegirl is coming to console and PC and will see you attempting to do just that.

Slavic folktales and tactical card-based RPG action await in Black Book

Are you ready to dive into the world of Slavic folktales? Prepared to battle evil forces as you do so? The tactical card-based RPG Black Book is coming.

Multiple DLC packs become available for Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2

Who'd have thunk it. Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts may have only released a week ago today, but already there are a slew of new downloadable content options available for purchase.

Return to the Battlefield with PUBG Season 12 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4 and Stadia

You can rave all you like about the death of the battle royale genre, and whilst there is no doubt that the likes of Fortnite, Apex Legends and even the OG - PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) - aren't what they used to be in terms of numbers, the latter is still fighting on with the twelfth season of content.

How will Studio Closures Affect Xbox? – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #200

No, we can’t quite believe it either. This week TheXboxHub Official Podcast hits a major milestone. Episode 200! As the guys get over the bewilderment of how they got here and reminisce about their favourite moments, there’s also a big news week to dig into.

May’s Best New Xbox Games – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #199

Episode 199 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast is up, live and ready for your listening. This time the guys chat over the best new games set to release on Xbox throughout May 2024.

It’s all about Fallout – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #198

Episode 198 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast is up, live and ready for listening. But what is front and centre? Well, it's all about Fallout. Isn't it?

Why Loretta is nearly perfect – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #197

You may not have heard of Loretta, but dismiss the psychological thriller at your peril. In Episode 197 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast you'll get to hear about the game - and why it is very nearly perfect.

April’s Best New Xbox and Game Pass releases – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #196

TheXboxHub Official Podcast is back with Episode 196 - as the guys chat about the best new Xbox and Game Pass games for April 2024.Â