Talking Point: Would You Buy A New Version Of The Simpsons: Hit & Run For Xbox Series X|S?

It appears as though it might be occurring. For countless years now, it has seemed that The Simpsons: Hit & Run has been set for a remake or remaster on contemporary consoles, yet for some reason, it has never taken place – although it finally appears more probable than ever. As you might have noticed… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (15th August)

Let’s plunge in.Hello everyone, and kudos for reaching the weekend once more. Give yourself a little encouragement.This week in the realm of Nintendo, Super Mario Sunshine was introduced to Switch Online, reintroducing one of the most contentious Mario titles and – for those who lack 3D All-Stars – completing the assortment of 3D installments on Switch 2.Read the complete article on nintendolife.com…Read More Read More

Talking Point: Is An Analogue 3D Worth The Money?

logue squadron.With the cost increases for the current-generation consoles, the possibility of an even more expensive era ahead, and all the pessimism in the gaming sector, it’s understandable that some gamers are finding comfort in the realm of retro.Whether it’s the reassuring embrace of nostalgia as you explore a beloved childhood classic…Read More Read More

Talking Point: Amid Rising Console Prices, What Would You Do If Your Xbox Broke Tomorrow?

Buy a different one? Hold off for Helix? Revert to a previous model? The sector is quite chaotic at present regarding console costs. We’ve already listened to much discussion about the component crisis that’s leading to console price labels to consistently escalate across the spectrum… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (8th August)

What’s this I sense? Welcome, fatigued adventurer. You have reached the weekend. Please, take a seat and indulge in some gaming. But hold on! Let us entertain you with some news. To start, we hosted a Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Direct this week, displaying numerous game mechanics and characters…Read More Read More

Talking Point: Which Developer Is Working On The Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake?

Who’s operating the vessel? Since the reveal of the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remaster during this year’s June Nintendo Direct, we’ve encountered two primary inquiries, with merely a hint of teaser visuals and a bit of commentary to rely on: Read the complete article on nintendolife.com…Read More Read More

Talking Point: Will Xbox’s Disc-To-Digital Feature Become Essential For Delisted Games?

Sure! Here’s the revised text: Specifically, if Helix lacks a disc drive… We’re still awaiting information regarding this much-anticipated (and leaked) disc-to-digital initiative that Xbox is developing, but we understand that it will provide some form of system for transforming physical discs into digital licenses upon its launch.Read the complete article on purexbox.com… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 8-9)

How about a bit of Beast of Reincarnation? Welcome to yet another weekend! This week presented us with the significant launch of Beast of Reincarnation on Xbox Game Pass, and remember the Free Play Days offering, along with the multitude of discounts on the Xbox Store as well. Here’s what we’re engaging with on Xbox this weekend: Read the complete article on purexbox.com… Read More

Talking Point: Xbox Is Getting Its Own Platinum Trophy, But What Will Make It Different?

What could we name them? Diamond Accomplishments? Cheevos – or Xbox Accomplishments, as they’ve been referred to since their introduction on the Xbox 360 – have transformed into an essential Xbox attribute. These are attainable in-game tasks that grant you points and accumulate to show your total gamerscore. They grew so favored during the 360 era that Sony had to create its own framework and term it Trophies… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (1st August)

Poké Preparations. The weekend has arrived, and everyone is eager for a bit of gaming. It has been a fairly calm week in the realm of Nintendo this time. We have finally received a launch date for ‘Part 1’ of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass and our initial glimpse at ‘Part 2…Read More Read More

Talking Point: Xbox’s Final Games With Gold Titles Were Announced Three Years Ago

How do you perceive it in 2026? Can you imagine it’s been three years since the conclusion of Xbox Games with Gold? Xbox declared in late July of 2023 that they would be substituting the Xbox Live Gold service with Xbox Game Pass Core (which ultimately transformed into Xbox Game Pass Essential… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 1-2)

Halo: Campaign Evolved on Game Pass? It’s time for the weekend! We certainly have some significant new Xbox Game Pass releases to explore, featuring Halo: Campaign Evolved and Mistfall Hunter. Also, remember that the Xbox Ultimate Game Sale concludes in merely a few days. Here’s what we will be engaging with on Xbox this weekend: Read the complete article on purexbox.com… Read More

Talking Point: What Was The First Gears Of War Game You Ever Played?

Where you present when Carmine’s firearm malfunctioned? As we approach the Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer Beta (August 6-10 for gamers who pre-ordered or have a subscription to XGP Ultimate/PC, succeeded by the Open Beta from August 13-17), we believed it was an ideal moment to inquire about your initial encounter with the franchise. For numerous individuals who chainsawed their first Locust grub in the original Gears of War… Read More

Talking Point: How Much Has The Xbox Outage Affected You?

Can you engage with anything yet? Xbox servers have been inactive for the majority of the day (July 27), affecting countless players, myself included, and preventing me from accessing most of my games. Perusing social media platforms for the overall response while monitoring the Xbox Status page for a miracle… Read More

Talking Point: How Much Noise Do Your Xbox Consoles Make After All These Years?

Are they requiring a refresh? Over the previous decade or so, it appears that Xbox has effectively managed to develop consoles that hardly produce any sound at all – the Xbox One, Series X, Series S, and even the ROG Xbox Ally have all been praised for this. The passage of time catches up with us all eventually… Read More

Talking Point: What Have You Bought In The Xbox Summer Sale 2026?

It concludes in merely a few days! It’s truly nearly time for the Xbox Summer Sale 2026 to wrap up. The extensive promotion featuring over 2000 reductions has been ongoing since mid-July, but it will all come to an end by the conclusion of July 29th. As you’ve likely observed… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (25th July)

Splat’s existence.Wahey, you’ve successfully navigated another week! Fantastic effort, well done.The major highlight for this week was, naturally, the debut of Splatoon Raiders for the Switch 2. Our 9/10 assessment is available, and you should certainly check it out if you’re undecided…Read More Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 25-26)

How about a bit of Planet Crafter on XGP? Welcome to the weekend! As usual, we have plenty of Xbox Game Pass games to explore over the upcoming days, and let’s not overlook the early access for Halo: Campaign Evolved – now available if you purchased one of the special editions! Here’s what we’re engaging with on Xbox this weekend: Read the complete article on purexbox.com… Read More

Talking Point: What Do You Think Of The New ‘Poster’ Artwork On Xbox?

Have you enabled it yet? Last week, we showcased the newest significant public update for Xbox consoles along with the numerous fresh functionalities it brought, one of which is the capacity to exhibit “poster” images instead of the square panels we’ve been accustomed to.Read the complete article on purexbox.com… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 18-19)

How about enjoying some PBA on Xbox Game Pass? Welcome to the weekend! We’ve seen numerous Xbox Game Pass additions in recent days that are definitely worth exploring this Saturday and Sunday, along with a few Free Play Days games and the extensive Xbox Ultimate Game Sale! Here’s what we’re engaging with on Xbox this weekend: Read the complete article on purexbox.com… Read More

Talking Point: So, Are You Getting The Premium Upgrade For Halo: Campaign Evolved?

Launch is merely a couple of days ahead! We’re nearing the upcoming Xbox first-party debut! Halo: Campaign Evolved is set to premiere on July 28th, but as Xbox tends to do with all its recent launches, there’s an early access window included this time. We’ll be dissecting Halo’s release dates and access periods later this weekend… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (18th July)

A Roomfinder with an Eyepiece. We have returned, returned, returned with another installment of What Are You Engaging In! It was yet another fairly subdued period in the realm of Nintendo this time, with the most significant headlines seeming a considerable distance from the packed months earlier. Square Enix unveiled new Switch 2 editions for Octopath Traveler 1 &amp…Read More Read More

Talking Point: What Was The First Halo Game You Ever Played?

Were you present during the Halo 1 era? We’re nearing the launch of Halo: Campaign Evolved now — July 23rd for Premium purchasers and July 28th for the rest — so we believed it would be a great moment to inquire about your first encounters with the franchise. Of course… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 11-12)

How about a bit of Black Flag Resynced? Weekend vibes! As we approach another sweltering pair of days here in the UK, we’re intending to explore several fresh Xbox Game Pass titles, a handful of recent Free Play Days additions, and maybe the latest launches of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced and DOOM The Dark Ages Revelations among other items! Here’s what we’ll be engaging with on Xbox this weekend: Read the complete article on purexbox.com… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (11th July)

Finding the Rhythm.Hello everyone, and congratulations on reaching another weekend.It’s been another reasonably calm week for us as the gaming sector continues to grapple with Sony and Microsoft’s antics. It might be wise for Nintendo to simply take a seat, remain quiet…Read More Read More

Talking Point: New Ocarina = New amiibo? Nintendo Needs To Make These Zelda Figurines

amiibocarina time.With an Ocarina of Time reimagining arriving later this year, it has me reflecting on my collection of Ocarina-themed trinkets and pondering what additional releases Nintendo may have in store. Marking Zelda’s 40th anniversary, I’m anticipating an enticing Limited Edition featuring a Steelbook…Read More Read More

Talking Point: What Are Your Pokémon GO Launch Day Memories?

Welcome to the realm of Pokémon.Get those Saving Private Ryan GIFs at the ready, folks, as it’s time to reflect on the passage of time. A decade ago today (yes, ten), Pokémon GO initiated its worldwide launch, captivating the entire globe as it progressed.6th July 2016 signified the AR ‘mon’s debut in its initial locales (Australia…Read More Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 4-5)

Anything particular in mind? Welcome to the weekend! As per usual, there’s an abundance to explore on Xbox over the upcoming days, including some Free Play Days updates along with several Xbox Game Pass bonuses to kick off the month. Here’s what we’re engaging with on Xbox this weekend: Read the complete article on purexbox.com… Read More

Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (4th July)

Every Day’s Fantastic At Your Junes!Hello everyone, and excellent work on making it through another week!It has seemed like a somewhat uneventful week in the realm of Nintendo, notwithstanding the launch of Rhythm Heaven Groove and a rather substantial Splatoon Raiders Direct. However, all attention has been on Microsoft and Sony: the former due to its forthcoming studio closures and layoffs (of which we should learn more on Monday) and the latter for…Read More Read More

Talking Point: Xbox Fans, How Are You Getting On With Microsoft Rewards In 2026?

How many points do you possess at this moment? It was approximately this period last year when we inquired Pure Xbox readers about your experience with Microsoft Rewards in 2025, so it’s time to unveil the yearly Talking Point once more, with the service having evolved significantly for some of us over the previous 12 months! As you might have come across elsewhere on Pure Xbox… Read More