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THERE are only a few days left before Xbox closes one of its biggest and most popular online storefronts. As players prepare for when the storefront and games are gone for good, Xbox is offering players final discounts on the available games. Xbox has been dropping the prices of games...

Xbox drops final discounts before massive store closure with 95% off 155 classic games

July 30th, 2024 marks the end of an era for many gamers. After nearly two decades, Microsoft has finally completed retiring the Xbox 360. As the console heads into its finale stage of life (or rather, death), the many commodities and resources Xbox plyers have utilized are coming to a close.

Why did the Xbox 360 store shut down?

Many classic games remain stranded on old hardware, making old consoles essential for playing those iconic titles. Remasters and ports may alter how a game looks and feels, making original releases often better options for authentic experiences. Modding old consoles breathes new life into them, enabling emulation, fan-made content, and...

Why You Should Keep Your Old Consoles

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In this week’s newsletter: We’ve become so used to digitally downloading games now that it’s easy to forget how novel it once was, thanks to places like Xbox 360’s Marketplace

The Xbox 360’s pioneering online store has gone offline – and it marks the end of a gaming era

Everyone has been mourning the death of the Xbox 360 after its marketplace officially shut down earlier this week, recalling some of their favorite memories with the console that introduced them to life-long friends and some of their favorite games. Leave it to GameStop to show up to the party with nothing but petty grievances.

GameStop Dunks On Digital Games And Gets Savaged By Xbox 360 Fans

Microsoft shutdown the Xbox 360's marketplace this week and nearly two decades after the console first launched it feels like the final nail in the coffin for a particular era of gaming we’ll probably never see again. Suggested Reading. The Xbox 360 came out a year earlier than the...

What We Loved And Miss About The Xbox 360

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PlayStation VR2 Hit With Major $200 Price Cut

Xbox Game Pass is getting some drastic changes in September.

Xbox Game Pass to Receive Price Increase and New Subscription Tier

In today's Daily Fix: Sony is releasing a limited edition Astro Bot-themed DualSense controller, and you don't need to enter some sweepstakes to get it (ahem...Xbox). Pre-orders for the controller will go live Friday August 9th at 7am PT at direct.playstation.com. The controller and the new Astro Bot game will launch a month later on September 6th. In other news, the Wall Street Journal is reporting that Twitch is at risk of becoming a "zombie brand" as it still remains unprofitable 10 years after Amazon's acquisition. Twitch went through a round of layoffs earlier this year, and many employees fear more layoffs in the near future. And finally, a pillar of the seventh generation of gaming consoles is no more. Yesterday, the Xbox 360 Marketplace was shut down, meaning gamers can no longer purchase new content from the service. However, gamers can still download content they already own, including full games and DLC.

Astro Bot Gets Limited Edition PS5 DualSense Controller - IGN Daily Fix

Most who actually love gaming, rather than the tribalism that comes with it, will admit that the 'Console Wars' are silly and childish. To breathe life into them ever-slightly, it's fair to say that on the grand scale of things, PlayStation is usually the company among the big three that tends to come out on top more often than not, with the biggest swaying factor being the long list of PlayStation exclusives over the years.

10 Best PS5 Games Of All Time

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The iconic Xbox 360 just lost its online marketplace, but those of you still planning to use the console can revamp its visuals using the mClassic.

The Xbox 360 Marketplace might be dead, but I'm still using the original console with this handy upscaler

The Xbox 360 era somehow ended 11 years ago, and the halcyon days of Halo, Fable and Gears of War seem further away than ever. One thrifty player attempted to bring them back by claiming some bonus content for Halo Reach, only to find themselves stopped by extraordinary bad luck.

Halo Reach player tries to claim Xbox 360 bonus code one day after servers shut down

After a summer in beta, Riot Games has officially launched free-to-play shooter Valorant on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. It’s the first time the League of Legends developer has released a live service game on consoles. Valorant will feature cross-progression and shared inventory between PC and console...

Valorant launches on consoles sans cross-play “for competitive integrity”

Gamers who are playing on the Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, or PC should check out Xbox Game Pass deals. If you’re not yet a member, here’s your chance to try Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for cheaper than usual through this special offer from Amazon’s Woot. A three-month subscription is down to $36 from $45, while a one-month subscription is down to $14 from $15 — but you can get an additional $3 off by using the code VIDEOGAMES upon checkout, for a final price of $33 for three months and $11 for one month. This offer is only valid until August 9, so you should hurry if you want to take advantage of this bargain.

How to get an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate discount this week

Curious about the Xbox Series X? You're in the right place! This powerhouse console has taken the gaming world by storm. What makes the Xbox Series X so special? Its lightning-fast load times, stunning graphics, and backward compatibility with older games. Gamers love its sleek design and powerful hardware. But there's more to it than meets the eye. From its innovative cooling system to the impressive Game Pass library, the Xbox Series X offers a gaming experience like no other. Ready to dive into 14 amazing facts about this next-gen console? Let's get started!

14 Facts About Xbox Series X

Games consoles are expensive and that makes buying one feel like a monumental decision. Along with the tough choice of picking which console to buy, you also need to figure out the best time to buy it. Let's take a look at some of the most important things to consider before you reach for your wallet.

How to Find the Sweet Spot and Buy Your Next Console at the Perfect Time

Sony just launched a Back to School Sale on several of their PlayStation products, including their consoles. The PS5 Slim Disc Edition has dropped to $449.99 from its $500 MSRP and the PS5 Slim Digital Edition has dropped to $339.99 from its $450 MSRP. These deals will all expire on August 5.

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Some Xbox One consoles are reportedly not fully functioning after a recent failed system update. Not every unit from the original launch in 2013 is thought to be impacted but the error has been found on both new and used Xboxes with firmware from 2017 and 2018. Users are advised...

Xbox One update issues spark worries around game preservation

Sony’s currently prepping a Mario-like adventure game for PS5 that’s inspired by its cute little Astro Bot mascot character. That title arrives on September 6 and looks like an absolute blast. Taking a page from Nintendo, the company also just announced a themed DualSense controller to commemorate the release. It's pretty dang adorable.

The new Astro Bot PS5 controller is pretty dang adorable

As July comes to a close, it’s time for new games to join the Xbox lineup. Additional leaks have partially revealed the August Xbox Wave 1 games, giving fans an early sneak peek. The upcoming games for the Xbox August Wave 1 lineup, along with their respective dates, have...

Xbox: Leaks Reveal Part of the Upcoming Wave 1 Game Pass Titles for August 2024

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The Xbox 360 Storefront is Closed, But You Can Still Buy Digital Games

With the Xbox 360 digital storefront's recent closure, you might be wondering if it's still possible to buy digital games for your console. Although some titles...

The Xbox 360 Storefront is Closed, But You Can Still Buy Digital Games

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