Even more titles are joining the Xbox Game Pass library, including the latest FIFA title, a horror favorite with Outlast, and more. Red Dead Online is also available through the evolving subscription service, which comes at the perfect time given that Microsoft recently rescinded the requirement to pay for Xbox Live in order to play with friends remotely. For those interested, here are the new games arriving to Xbox Game Pass – and what's leaving.
Since Xbox Game Pass is an ever-evolving subscription service, there will always be new titles coming and going from its lineup. For the newest additions, however, here is what members can look forward to:
For those that may not have the Xbox Game Pass membership yet, there are a few things you should know. The subscription offers gamers a deal that has grown exponentially since it was first introduced, and the value of it has improved immensely. There are two options to choose from with the standard Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate. Xbox Game Pass is $9.99, whereas the Ultimate version includes Xbox Live for $14.99.
This sort of service is great for those that may be a little choosier with the games they like. Even more so now that some titles are coming in at a $70 premiem price point. Xbox Game Pass allows players access to over 100 titles at no additional cost outside of the membership, including first-party day one additions and acquired studio games.
Thoughts on the new Xbox Game Pass arrivals dropping this month? What do you hope gets added next? Sound off with your thoughts in the comment section below!
The long road that is the Epic Games vs. Apple legal battle began back in August 2020 when Fortnite was pulled from the iOS store as a result of an ongoing battle between Epic Games and Apple. Epic Games tried to "cheat" the rules that Apple has in place for third-party apps by circumventing the required payout for all third-party businesses, so the tech company removed the game. Epic Games fired back saying that Apple adopts a favoritism model regarding business support, which prompted the Orwellian 1984-styled #FreeFortnite campaign. Even Valve was pulled into the mix, something that the PC giant is also fighting. Now, the hearing is set to commence full steam ahead. For those interested, you can listen in on the court proceedings yourself.
The trial is expected to last for three weeks, beginning today, May 3, 2021. U.S. district judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers is at the helm of the public legal battle in Oakland, California. There have been a few proceedings in the past regarding the Epic Games vs. Apple dispute, but this is the trial that will rule an official outcome regarding who the court will favor.
For those interested in listening to the proceedings themselves, there is a direct audio line into the trial. Evidence, as presented to the public, will be available here. Regarding how to listen in, here is what the court has supplied:
Audio Access Information for Bench Trial:
Dial-In Number: 1 (877) 336-1839
Access Code: 9403112
Additional Line (first 2 days of trial and as needed):
Dial-In Number: 1 (877) 873-8018
Access Code: 9131109
According to the official listing of the trial, "Plaintiff Epic Games, Inc. brings this action against defendant Apple Inc., alleging violations of antitrust laws through its Apple App Store policies on iOS devices. Apple counterclaims that Epic Games has breached its developer agreements and App Store guidelines by introducing a direct pay option on iOS devices in Epic Games’ videogame Fortnite."
The judge in charge of this case had previously made a statement against Epic Games, saying that the company was "not honest" with its intentions surrounding in-game purchases for Forntite. "You did something, you lied about it by omission, by not being forthcoming" stated the judge during a previous hearing. She continued, "That's the security issue. That's the security issue!"
That being said, there also has been admonishment regarding how Apple handled things on its side, as well. Where the court will fall remains to be seen, but we'll be tracking it here at Game Informer. With the lines listed above, you can follow along as well.
Marvel Entertainment today released a video that celebrates motion pictures. The relationships established in over 20 Marvel Cinematic Universe movies are shown, as are some of the greatest moments, like when Captain America wields Mjölnir in Avengers: Endgame.
The video then transitions to what's coming next. We get a brief tease of new footage from both Black Widow (hitting theaters on July 9) and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (opening on September 3). Marvel also gives us our first look at Eternals, the next team-based superhero epic that will release on November 5.
Marvel then shows the logos and dates for the next batch of films. In that listing, Marvel debuts new names and dates for a couple of films that had working titles. Black Panther 2 is called Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and Captain Marvel 2 is called The Marvels, implying Carol Danvers will be teaming up with Kamala Khan and Monica Rambeau. Here's a rundown of the rest of the films that are coming and when when can flock to theaters (and potentially our streaming devices) to see them:
Spider-Man: No Way Home – December 17
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness – March 25, 2022
Thor: Love and Thunder – May 6, 2022
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – July 8, 2022
The Marvels – November 11, 2022
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania – February 17, 2023
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 – May 5, 2023
Remember, this list doesn't include what's coming next to Disney+. Hot off of the success of WandaVision and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Marvel has plenty of shows on the way. Here's what's next:
Loki – June 11
What If...? – 2021
Hawkeye – 2021
Ms. Marvel – 2021
Moon Knight – 2021
She-Hulk – TBA
The Guardians of the Galaxy: Holiday Special – TBA
Secret Invasion – TBA
Ironheart – TBA
Armor Wars – TBA
I am Groot – TBA
Untitled Wakanda Series – TBA
Untitled Echo Series – TBA
It's almost time, Commander Shepard fans. The Mass Effect Legendary Edition is nearly here, equipped with all of the game's story DLC and enhancements to bring it into a new generation of gaming. It's a great chance for those that missed out to see what all of the fandom buzz is about, and it's a phenomenal excuse for longtime fans to hop back onto the Normandy to revisit a beloved favorite. That being said, there is a potential day one patch that the PlayStation servers have leaked early.
The possible Mass Effect Legendary Edition day one patch was first spotted by Twisted Voxel over on OrbisPatches and it shows what one would expect from a day one update. Visual improvements, lighting tweaks, stability, and targeted performance changes can all be seen, which is a little odd given that is the entire point of the remaster to begin with. When the trilogy first released, it was no stranger to bugs and glitches. Remember that massive Shepard head glitch in Mass Effect 2 where they went to talk to Garrus and that big 'ol head could barely make it through the door? Or the weird exorcist head spin that happened any time you talked to Liara in her quarters in Mass Effect 3? There were a ton of glitches, but not really game-breaking.
Click here to watch embedded mediaAs for the Legendary Edition, it looks like BioWare is looking to make this release as smooth as possible. Is the day one patch really needed? We don't know. We don't even know if it's really happening; BioWare has yet to make a mention of the leak, though a confirmation will be here soon enough either way.
According to the patch notes, the day-one update for Mass Effect Legendary Edition will come in at 11.8 GB. In an age where many day-one patches are almost the size of full games (looking at you, Cyberpunk 2077 43 GB update), the 11.8 GB is almost considered tiny. Almost.
As part of our cover story last month, we dove in deep into what the Mass Effect Legendary Edition will have to offer players. From Mako tweaks to character improvements, there is a lot to look forward to for returning players. For newcomers to the trilogy's adventures, the ability to play all three games as they are meant to be played (thanks to the included DLC) is an exciting first step into a fandom that continues to be passionate to this day.
To learn more about Mass Effect Legendary Edition, check out our exclusive game hub here. From no multiplayer to lost code that can never be recovered, we asked it all.