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Microsoft has announced the next set of titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in the first half of August. The upcoming titles include Mafia: Definitive Edition, Creatures of Ava, and Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy. The full list of games, DLC, and Perks coming to Xbox Game Pass via Microsoft can be seen below as well as games leaving the service this month.

Xbox Game Pass Adds Mafia: Definitive Edition, Creatures of Ava, and More

Who needs another Nintendo Direct when the company is willing to randomly dish on its next Zelda game with an unexpected five-minute trailer? The latest info dump for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom gives a tour of the Hyrule players will get to explore in the series’ latest top-down sequel for Switch, and it looks packed full of cool details to find and secrets to uncover.

New Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Trailer Proves Its World Is Anything But A Link To The Past Remix

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24/7 Insights The RPG game system predates the video game industry, but video games have expanded its reach and appeal. The best RPGs improved on previous games and included daring and innovative game ideas. 24/7 is your place for all things related to consumer products, finance, and business. To get started on your investment journey, […]
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Mafia: Definitive Edition and Crash Bandicoot lead this month's free Xbox Game Pass games.

Xbox Game Pass members getting hard-hitting open-world world remake for free

Square Enix Japan has announced that pre-orders are now available for the official Visions of Mana complete strategy guide for ¥2,640. This strategy guide, set to be released on the same day as the game, contains what one would expect: detailed maps, explanations of the combat mechanics, character techniques, and class changes, and tips on clearing the optional content.

Visions of Mana Strategy Guide Launching in Japan Same Day as the Game

Microsoft has revealed the first batch of games heading to Xbox Game Pass in August 2024. In an Xbox Wire post, Microsoft confirmed Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, Mafia: Definitive Edition, and Creatures of Ava will be added to the subscription service. All of these will be available to subscribers via PC, Xbox, and Xbox Cloud Gaming (if you are an Ultimate tier subscriber). The first of these three games, Creatures of Ava, will be available to Game Pass subscribers starting August 7.

Microsoft Confirms Xbox Game Pass August 2024 Wave 1 Lineup

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

Dick York ("Darrin #1") Would Have Stayed on 'Bewitched' Had He'd Been Given More Time To "Rest up"

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Following plenty of leaks over the last few days, Microsoft has confirmed the first games coming to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate during wave 1 of August 2024. In addition to the previously announced day-one release, Creatures of Ava, two games were previously leaked, including Activision’s Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy.

Xbox Game Pass August 2024 Games Include Crash Bandicoot Trilogy

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

Pet Bakery Tycoon is a Roblox game where players build and upgrade their own bakery factory. Players can unlock various pets and use them as employees to create the best cakes in their store. The game offers opportunities to enhance your bakery and expand your pet workforce. All Codes For...

Pet Bakery Tycoon Codes (August 2024)

Over the course of the lifespan of the PlayStation 1, some games made it clear that things were never going to be the same again, and other games didn’t have that immediate impact. It’s the latter we’re focusing on here, with 10 PS1 games that were ahead of their time. From innovative features trapped on otherwise average releases, to excellent titles that simply came out too early in the PlayStation’s run to be properly appreciated, these are the games that told us in one way or another where the industry was headed, even if the games themselves didn’t know it.

10 PS1 Games That Were Ahead Of Their Time

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MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

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Upcoming Nintendo Switch game The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom got a brand-new gameplay trailer.

New The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom gameplay trailer revealed

Rockstar Games is reportedly cooking up extensive mod tools to enhance the GTA Online experience once GTA 6 launches. Rumors of GTA 6 incorporating RP elements began to spread when Rockstar purchased the dev team behind FiveM, a popular mod. On August 5, a report from GTAFocal revealed how FiveM...

GTA 6 Online will have “significant” user-generated content through modding tools: report

You'll encounter frightening monsters in the brutal Lands Between, but don't overlook the adorable and lovable critters like Oracle Envoys. Dogs may attack you in Elden Ring, but we all just want to pet them! The good boys and girls deserve some love in this unforgiving world. Meet some unique...

Elden Ring: 10 Cutest Mobs We Want As Companions

Link's must trusted weapon is the steel in his hand - or giant tree branch if that's all you've got. Regardless, slashing your way through the hostile denizens of Hyrule couldn't be done without a capable weapon in-hand. A sword will get the job done. There are many sword options throughout your travels. Some sword-type weapons might be more blunt like clubs. However, they're all handled relatively similarly. See the list below for all sword-type options available in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom . Click on a specific item for further details.

All Sword Weapon Types in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

“Generations in the future following Caesar’s reign, apes are living harmoniously as the dominant species — and humans are living in the shadows. As a new tyrannical ape leader builds his empire, one young ape undertakes a harrowing journey that will cause him to question the past and make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike.”

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

To this day, video games based on movies are widely treated as kind of a joke. While many agree that there are a few exceptions to the rule, the general consensus suggests that they are largely awful cash grabs representative of another era when gamers and parents could be easily fooled into buying something if was attached to a familiar, non-gaming name. To be fair, that reputation has been forged by countless games fitting that description.

25 Best Video Games Based On Movies, Ranked

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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10 Open-World Games With The Best Exploration

Embrace the freedom of open-world gaming with these titles, where exploration at your own pace immerses you in a world of adventure. From soaring through the...

10 Open-World Games With The Best Exploration

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