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Resident Evil Village Announced for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC

After many of rumors Capcom has finally made it official by revealing Resident Evil Village for the PlayStation 5 as well as the Xbox Series X and PC with a planned release window of sometime in 2021. The eighth major installment is set a few years after the events that occurred in Resident Evil VII Biohazard and begins with Ethan Winters and his wife Mia living peacefully in a new location, free from their past nightmares.

Just as they are building their new life together, tragedy befalls them once again. Chris Redfield, returns once again and horribly disrupts their life, spiraling Ethan into chaos. A devastated Ethan finds himself in a remote snow-capped village seeking answers after being thrown into an entirely new nightmare.

More information on the game is planned to be revealed in August but for now you can check out the announcement video, a message from the development team, and some screenshots below.

Reveal Trailer
Developer Diary

Horizon Forbidden West Announced for PlayStation 5

Those who have wanted to see Aloy’s journey continue will have a chance to do so on the PlayStation 5 as Sony has announced that they and developer Guerrila Games are continuing her story in Horizon Forbidden West.

The company did not provide a release window for the game but they have given us a few details about what to expect from the game’s story as Aloy’s journey will now take her to the western parts of North America where she will encounter a number of new mechanical threats that roam the dangerous frontier as well as a new mysterious danger that sweeps the land.

A cinematic trailer and a handful of screenshots for Horizon Forbidden West can be found below.

Demon’s Souls PlayStation 5 Remake Revealed

Earlier today during Sony‘s big PlayStation 5 reveal the company also announced that the long requested remake for Demon’s Souls, originally released as a PlayStation 3 game back in February 2009, is on the way. The game is being developed by Bluepoint Games with help from SIE Japan Studio and while no release date was given for the game, it will be a PlayStation 5 exclusive when it is released.

The developers of the game have stated that it is being rebuilt entirely from the ground up and “masterfully enhanced” allowing players to experience the story and ruthless combat in “unparalleled visual quality and incredible performance.” A trailer showing off a bit of what to expect from the visual upgrades can be found below.

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart Revealed for PlayStation 5

The last time we saw Ratchet & Clank happened to be in the form of a movie that did poorly in theaters and a tie-in game release back in 2016 but fans of the franchise will soon have a chance to dive back in as Sony and Insomniac Games have announced that a new game is on the way to the PlayStation 5. No release date was given but the company announced earlier today at their major event that Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart will be heading to their new console sometime in the future as an exclusive.

The trailer accompanying the announcement can be found below and features not only some of the most gameplay that was shown during the event but also the appearance of a yet to be named character that will likely serve as an alternate player character in the adventure.

Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Heads to PlayStation 5

During their big event today Sony announced that they will be having a little something special for fans this holiday season alongside the eventual release of the PlayStation 5. The company has announced that Insomniac Games has been working on Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales and that they are aiming on releasing it sometime this holiday season as a PlayStation 5 exclusive.

Few details about the game were revealed at the time of the announcement but a trailer showing off cinematic footage, Miles Morales’ design and suit, and some enemies that players will face off against, was released and you can check that out below.

https://youtu.be/gHzuHo80U2M

PlayStation 5 Console Revealed with Standard and Digital Only Versions

After months of keeping people wondering, including revealing the “Dualsense” controller first before anything else, Sony has finally revealed the PlayStation 5 with two versions available at release, though exactly when that release will be and how much either version will cost were not revealed at this time. The standard version of the console will feature an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive while the digital version will only feature the console itself and no disc drive with both versions being able to be used either vertically or horizontally.

The reveal trailer can be found below including a closer look at the console itself and given the fact that the disc-drive appears to be more of a bulge than something built into the PlayStation 5, it almost feels like it was an afterthought compared to something included in the primary design.

15 Minutes of Borderlands 3 Bounty of Blood Gameplay Released

Gearbox and 2K released 15 minutes of spoiler free gameplay from the upcoming “Bounty of Blood” DLC for Borderlands 3. The third story DLC for Borderlands 3 is scheduled to launch on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows on June 25th. It is part of the Borderlands 3 Season Pass and can be bought separately.

“Bounty of Blood” is set in and around the town of Vestige. The Vault Hunters arrive on planet to claim a bounty put on the heads of The Devil Riders bandits. The Devil Riders have been harassing the citizens of Vestige, and the citizens are ready to see the end of The Devil Riders’ end of terror. The DLC will introduce new characters like Rose and Juno, along with new gameplay mechanics like the JetBeast hover bike.

Project Downfall Preview

Project Downfall

Developer: MGP Studios, Solid9 Studio
Publisher: MGP Studios
Platforms: SwitchXbox OneWindows (Previewed)
Release Date: 15 March 2019
Price: $15,99USD – Available Here

There is an unwritten rule that whenever some indie game makes it big, dozens of copycats are soon to follow. It happened with Minecraft, Terraria, Fez, and so on. For most indie devs, it’s a no-brainer to jump on a popular train of some big indie release and try to cash in by making your version of it. Some were good and some were……actually who am I kidding, most turn out to be mediocre. Yet, every once in a while, once game manages to squeeze in that draws a lot of inspiration from one acclaimed indie title while managing to build an identity of its own. I’m not going to draw a whole lot of connections between Hotline Miami series and Project Downfall, but the latter is my sincere recommendation if you’re looking for something fresh from that bag of toys.

For a tense, anxiety-inducing “trial and error” shooter, Project Downfall sure starts with a grim story. “The world we have known is coming to an end. The European Union is in disarray, with a new superpower emerging on the horizon: The Novorussian Federation, which already welcomed new members such as Lithuania, Ukraine, and Poland” Oooh, a Slavic take on world domination – I like it. The story is unfolded in Crimson Tide, one of the first megacities of future Europe. You’re a no-name middle-class citizen, living in a nice (a bit too nice for a middle-class guy but ok) apartment with your girlfriend Olga. By day, you’re a good corporate puppy, punching in your daily 8-hour-of-work card and living the best life as an upstanding citizen of Crimson Tide. And by night, you feel like you need to give the city back, so the best way to do that is to wash away the streets of Crimson Tide of various scum and villainy. And washing away is done with your fists and a huge arsenal of weapons because why not.

As I hinted above, the gameplay will crank up your anxiety (and rage) up to 11 pretty early in the game. Project Downfall is an aesthetic reflex shooter where most of the enemies die in one hit, but so do you. There are no ways to replenish your health so planning is a big part of how you’re going to clear each room. Often you’ll be thrown into a room with a small army of enemies, some with guns, some without and that’s where the mind games start. Rambo’s approach here almost always gets you killed in a matter of seconds. You have to take note of where obstacles are (to shield yourself from enemy bullets), remember who has guns and bats, and pay attention to your pill number. Oh yeah, the pills. The trademark feature of Project Downfall. You’ll find yourself outnumbered (and outgunned) in every encounter so these nifty pills are a great way to give your enemies a run for their money. You have a total of 3 at the start of each level and every time you consume one, you enter a focus mode. Time slows down to a crawl and you can easily dispatch a dozen enemies with kicks and bullets before they even realize what’s happening.

Pills and slow-mo are not the only selling point of this game, because the visual identity of Project Downfall is something that surely stands out. The visuals are a delicious meal of bloom and chromatic aberration coupled with the usual cyberpunk aesthetic. I believe this is one of the rare games utilizing bloom properly and not overusing it to the point of giving you blindness. And what would the cyberpunk aesthetic be without some kickass synthwave soundtrack? Well, you’re in luck cause this game has plenty of that. Some catchy synthwave tunes go rather well with the old-school DOOM run ‘n’ gun tactic.

With all that said, Project Downfall is currently in early access which means there’s still plenty of work to be done. From what I’ve seen, the developer is pretty involved with the community, whether being engaged with players in the community hub or in published Steam reviews. Some things that we should look forward to are brutality finishers, environmental attacks, more levels, weapons, and an expanded story with multiple endings in the works. Despite Project Downfall being far from done, it does offer you a good and promising glimpse of what the finished product will be. And it certainly is something to look forward to. As I’m writing this, the game is currently on a 40% discount so you might consider grabbing yourself a copy if nothing can scratch that old-school DOOM and Hotline Miami itch. Or if you just feel like shooting and punching some virtual thugs. That’s enough reason as well.

RELIGHT YOUR FIRE? BRINGING YOU BACK TO SAINT SEIYA AWAKENING: KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC IS OUR ONLY DESIRE

Have you burned your cosmos for the very last time? Why not turn back the time to the days when our love was new — do you remember? No matter what was happening, we were there with you. Don’t turn away, listen to what we got to say … you might win a Switch Lite and a Dragon Shiryu!

YOOZOO Games, Shanghai — 11.06.2020 | Some players have left Saint Seiya Awakening: Knights of the Zodiac — YOOZOO has had to take that on board and is now rolling out a whole series of ‘player recall’ social media events to players who have previously left the game. All you need to take part is visit the official Instagram page and play our minigame.

You can post a story to either Facebook or Instagram and use the exclusive hashtag filter of #PlayApartWithSeiya. Tag three friends and @saintseiyakotz to be in with a chance of winning some in-game goodies. Once players have added to their story, they can direct message a screenshot of the story post to the official Saint Seiya Awakening: Knights of the Zodiac Facebook/Instagram page.

For those choosing to come back to the game, there will be several exciting gifts up for grabs, including the chance to win one of five Switch Lites and 15 Dragon Shiryu action figures. Not only that, but there are tons of in-game gifts! The more people share, the more in-game gifts. It’s as simple as that. There may even be a hidden gift in the #PlayApartWithSeiya mini game …

There will only be 20 winners, drawn at random, so be sure to take part this month as the event ends June 29.

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About YOOZOO Games
YOOZOO Games is a global entertainment company specializing in game development and distribution. The company is headquartered in Shanghai with offices across Asia, Europe, and the US. Since its founding in 2009, YOOZOO has forged a strong global distribution network and launched over 40 highly successful titles including Game of Thrones Winter is Coming, the League of Angels series and Saint Seiya Awakening: Knights of the Zodiac.

Coming Soon to Xbox Game Pass for Console and PC: No Man’s Sky, The Bard’s Tale ARPG, Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMix, and More

by Megan Spurr, Community Manager, Xbox Game Pass

Welcome to June – we’ve got robots, we’ve got reMix, we’ve got Resnarkled (I didn’t make that word up, they did) and other things like DLC but I couldn’t find a way to make them start with “r”. There is plenty to get to for console and PC, so let’s jump in!

Coming Soon

The Bard’s Tale ARPG (Console & PC)– June 18

You are the Bard, a selfish rogue weary of pointless sub-quests and rat-infested cellars. Through magical song you summon characters to join your quest! Prepare to immerse yourself in over 20 hours of adventure, featuring a vast world to explore with towns, wild forests, rivers, castles, towers, secret dungeons, snowy mountains, caverns, haunted tombs, and more!

Battlefleet Gothic Armada 2 (PC)– June 11

Explore Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2, the latest dramatic story development in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. The Gathering Storm and the 13th Black Crusade serve as the canvas for three extensive and dynamic campaigns with high narrative values, focusing on the Tyranids, the Necrons, and the Imperium. Explore the systems in the Eye of Terror, with or against renowned characters such as Belisarius Cawl, Guilliman, and more.

Battletech (PC) – June 11

The year is 3025 and the galaxy is trapped in a cycle of perpetual war, fought by noble houses with enormous, mechanised combat vehicles called BattleMechs. Take command of your own mercenary outfit of ‘Mechs and the MechWarriors that pilot them, struggling to stay afloat as you find yourself drawn into a brutal interstellar civil war. Upgrade your starfaring base of operations, negotiate mercenary contracts with feudal lords, repair and maintain your stable of aging BattleMechs, and execute devastating combat tactics to defeat your enemies on the battlefield.

Dungeon of the Endless (Console & PC) – June 11

Dungeon of the Endless is a Rogue-Like Dungeon-Defence game offering a retro 2D look with modern 3D graphics. You and your team of heroes must protect the generator of your crashed ship while exploring an ever-expanding dungeon and facing waves of monsters and special events as you try to find their way out… so what could go wrong… open the door!

Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 & 2.5 ReMix (Console) – June 11

Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMix is an HD remastered collection of six unforgettable Kingdom Hearts experiences available for the first time with Xbox Game Pass! Join Sora, Donald, and Goofy as they help light overcome the darkness across iconic Disney worlds. Team up with beloved characters such as Captain Jack Sparrow (“Pirates of the Caribbean”), Simba (“The Lion King”), Beast (“Beauty and the Beast”), Ariel (“The Little Mermaid”), and many more. Experience the magic of Kingdom Hearts on Xbox!

Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue (Console) – June 11

Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue is a compilation of three magical Kingdom Hearts experiences that no fan should be without. Experience epic battles as Sora and Riku begin to prepare for their final battle against Master Xehanort in the beautifully remastered Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD. In Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep – A Fragmentary Passage – players join Aqua as she struggles to survive against the deceptions and terrors of the Dark World. Experience these unforgettable Kingdom Hearts journeys on Xbox!

No Man’s Sky (Console & PC) – June 11

Inspired by the adventure and imagination that we love from classic science-fiction, No Man’s Sky presents you with a galaxy to explore, filled with unique planets and lifeforms, and constant danger and action. In No Man’s Sky, every star is the light of a distant sun, each orbited by planets filled with life, and you can go to any of them you choose. Fly smoothly from deep space to planetary surfaces, with no loading screens, and no limits. In this infinite procedurally generated universe, you’ll discover places and creatures that no other players have seen before – and perhaps never will again.

Thronebreaker (Console) – June 18

Thronebreaker is a single player role-playing game set in the world of The Witcher that combines narrative-driven exploration with unique puzzles and card battle mechanics. Crafted by the developers responsible for some of the most iconic moments in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, the game spins a truly regal tale of Meve, a war-veteran queen of two Northern Realms — Lyria and Rivia. Facing an imminent Nilfgaardian invasion, Meve is forced to enter the warpath once again, and set out on a dark journey of destruction and revenge.

DLC / Game Updates

Pre-install Grounded (Xbox Game Preview / Console & PC) – June 16

The world is a vast, beautiful, and dangerous place – especially when you have been shrunken to the size of an ant. Explore, build, and survive together in this cooperative survival-adventure. Can you thrive alongside the hordes of giant insects, fighting to survive the perils of the backyard? Pre-install starting June 16, join our community, and help shape the future of Grounded in Xbox Game Preview with Xbox Game Pass on July 28.

eFootball PES 2020 Euros DLC (Console) – June 11

Be the first and compete in your own UEFA Euro 2020™ tournament! The free DLC for eFootball PES 2020 offers everything you need for a fun summer of football. Select from 55 authentic UEFA national teams and compete against European giants in the official tournament mode. Download the DLC now!

The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind (Console) – June 11

Available as a free upgrade for Xbox Game Pass members, adventure awaits in this new chapter of the award-winning online series. Morrowind is on the verge of destruction, and it’s up to you to save it from a deadly Daedric threat. Embark on a dangerous journey through legendary locales, from volcanic ashlands to mushroom-filled forests. If you want to go above & beyond you can grab the Greymoor upgrade which includes Morrowind, Summerset, Elsweyr, and the all new Greymoor chapter available now!

In Case You Missed It

State of Decay 2 turned two on May 19! To mark the occasion, we’ve released an anniversary update packed full of items that celebrate the history of the franchise including eight new weapons to the game, four new outfits and did we mention exploding cake?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can redeem free perks, including in-game content, consumables, and partner offers. This month, Ultimate members can redeem a monthly boost with exp and rare drop boosts for Phantasy Star Online 2 in the United States and Canada.

Plus for those who haven’t grabbed them yet, you can still get the German Steel in World of Warships: Legends and Spotify Premium for 6 months in the United States to listen to your favourite tracks offline, anywhere, ad-free. Additionally, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Australia, Mexico, and Brazil can enjoy Spotify Premium for 3 months. Terms and conditions apply.

Xbox Game Pass Quests

Xbox Game Pass Quests have arrived for June! Check for daily, weekly, and monthly Quests on your console or Xbox Game Pass mobile app. Redeem points for Xbox gift cards, Xbox subscriptions, giveaway entries, and more! A few of our upcoming Quests:

  • Marvel vs Capcom Infinite (Xbox Game Pass Console): Get three ranked wins – 50 points
  • Minecraft Dungeons: Earn four achievements – 75 points

Xbox (Beta) App for Windows 10 Updates

Time to update your Xbox (Beta) App! In case you missed it last week we’ve made some updates to the Xbox (Beta) app. Everything will look familiar, but under the hood we’ve implemented a big change from Electron to React Native that has increased general performance and cut down memory usage. It doesn’t stop there: we have also enabled easier mod support for games on the Xbox (Beta) app!

Thank you for all your suggestions, comments, feedback, and reports to help us make the experience better for PC in Xbox Game Pass!

Leaving Soon

We have combined our PC and Console games leaving soon list this round, so make note of which platform you’re playing on! Remember you can use your membership discount to get any of these games for up to 20% off while they are still in our library.

Leaving June 15

  • Book of Demons (PC)
  • Everspace (Console & PC)
  • Resident Evil Revelations (Console)
  • Riptide GP: Renegade (Console & PC)
  • Riverbond (Console & PC)
  • Samorost 3 (PC)
  • Superhot (Console & PC)
  • Supermarket Shriek (Console & PC)
  • The Last Door: Season 2 (PC)
  • The Stillness of the Wind (PC)

There are a lot of amazing games coming to Xbox Game Pass for Console and PC, and you still made it all the way down to the bottom of this post. Your dedication is noted! If you’re here for console news, @XboxGamePass is where we’ll keep you updated. If you’re here for Xbox Game Pass for PC news, check out @XboxGamePassPC. If you want to have a good laugh, maybe follow both accounts! Bonus quest: If you have a friend who’s looking for a game to play, let them know their first month for $1!