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Xbox One Readies for Windows 10 streaming and Backward Compatibility
An update has began to roll out to Xbox One owners bringing support for game streaming and Backwards Compatibility. The Windows 10 game streaming feature, planned for release alongside the OS on July 29, will allow owners of the console to play their games directly through their PCs – perfect if you don’t own a 1080p tv, but do have a full HD monitor. Those lucky to be part of the Xbox Insider Preview program have been able to test this feature, along chance to test Xbox 360 games running on the Xbox One, for few weeks now. The July update to Xbox One also sets the groundwork for October’s launch of Backwards Compatibility – with 100 games expected to be available when it rolls out. For more on gaming, keep heading back here at GamingCentral.
Custom Xbox One Systems You Can Win
Much as it did last year, Microsoft is giving away 20 custom Xbox One systems as part of San Diego Comic-Con, including consoles themed around Gears of War, Halo 5, Game of Thrones, and more. While you will need to attend Comic-Con next week in order to see all 20 systems in-person, you can still win one without stepping foot inside of California. You can enter to win in one of three ways. One involves taking a photo of a console at the show and posting it to Twitter or Instagram with certain hashtags, but the other two methods don’t require you to leave your couch. During Comic-Con, you can look for the SDCC Collectible Console Sweepstakes section on an Xbox 360 or Xbox One to enter by July 12. Alternatively, you can follow the official Xbox account on Twitter and retweet a message ...
Xbox Live Gold Games for July 2015
For the month of July, Xbox Live Gold members will receive four new free games – two on Xbox One and two on Xbox 360 – as part of the Games with Gold program. On Xbox One, Xbox Live Gold members can download Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag ($29.99 ERP) for free during the month of July. So Many Me ($14.99 ERP) will be available as a free download from July 16th to August 15th. On Xbox 360, starting Wednesday, July 1st, Plants vs. Zombies ($14.99 ERP) will be free for Xbox Live Gold members through July 15th. Then on July 16th, Xbox Live Gold Members can download Gears of War 3 ($19.99 ERP) for free through July 31st. For more gaming news, keep heading back to GamingCentral.
The Division Beta Signups are here
Ubisoft Massive announced that the beta signups for Tom Clancy’s The Division are open now. You can sign up here by Pre-Ordering the game. Xbox One players will be able to experience the beta during an exclusive first look this December. An additional beta on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC will take place in early 2016. The game comes out on March 8th, 2016 For more latest news, stay tuned to Gaming Central.
Football Wars Intensify: New PES 2016 Trailer Released
Konami showcased PES 2016 with a new set of screenshots and trailer. They showcased the revamped weather system and Neymar’s incredibly sweaty and lovingly rendered mug. And Totti’s selfie from last season also made it in. So what do you prefer? PES or FIFA? do drop a comment below and let us know!
ZombiU Coming to Other Platforms?
ZombiU, the famed Zombie game by Ubisoft on the WiiU, may finally be coming over to platforms other than the WiiU. A rating went up on the Australian Classification board by the name of Zombi, noticably dropping the ‘U’ along with other allusions to the WiiU. The game is rumoured to be in developement for Xbox One and PS4. The game itself is a procedural Zombie survival horror game, in which the player character is entirely randomised, along with their environments. Every time the PC dies, a new one is randomly generated. It’s most notable feature on the WiiU was it’s utilization of the touch screen as a real time inventory management screen, so we don’t expect all that many issues from platform hopping. For more news, stay tuned to Gaming Central.
Gears of War: Ultimate Edition Could Have an eSports Future
Developer The Coalition and its studio head Rod Ferguson are at E3 talking about the importance of establishing their Gears of War bonafides with the finally-confirmed Gears of War: Ultimate Edition. But in a behind closed doors info session on the game this week, there were indications that Ferguson and co. have plans to lay longer term groundwork for the series with the multiplayer community. Among bullet points about resolutions and framerates and map counts, a few things stuck out to me in particular. First, that Gears of War: Ultimate Edition will include a spectator feature for multiplayer matches, a de facto requirement for proper “casting” — i.e., for commentators to direct view of the action and make play-by-play analysis of matches in a live capacity. Second, Gears of...
E3 Diary: Clash of the Titans Pt. 2 (Microsoft)
Microsoft dominated the floor with their show today, announcing not only games for Xbox One, but also for the Hololens and Windows 10. A healthy mix of not only new games, but also new features for the Xbox One was announced at the show. The most surprising and welcome of these announcements was Backwards Compatibility with Xbox 360 games. It works not only with titles on the XBL Marketplace, but also with retail discs. You can check compatible games here (PDF Document). These games are playable right now for Xbox Preview members and will be rolled out during Holiday 2015. Along with that a new User Experience and Xbox Game Preview was announced. Xbox Game Preview is an early access model, but it has free demos for all it’s games. Besides that, MS debuted a new Xbox Elite controller,...
Backward Compatibility And Elite Controller for Xbox One
In a huge win for XBOX One, Microsoft announced that backwards compatibility will be a feature that’s available soon. This is a feature Sony will find tough to match up with since it’s promoting the Playstation TV. More updates on Backward compatibility are still awaited. As previously revealed the new Xbox One Controller has a 3.5mm audio jack. Also shown was an Elite controller with remappable keys with a lot of customization options. For more E3 updates stay tuned at Gaming Central. Be sure to check out all the E3 round-ups right here.
Gears of War 4 Revealed
Microsoft is making a big comeback, and it doesn’t get bigger than Gears of War. In this first reveal, the game showcases the power of the Xbox One. The game itself looks amazing, both visually and in terms of gameplay. For more E3 updates stay tuned at Gaming Central. Be sure to check out all the E3 round-ups right here.
Payday 2 Crimewave Edition Now Available for PS4 and Xbox One
Origin Games announces the availability of action-packed title ‘Payday 2 Crimewave Edition’ for PS4 and Xbox One from Publisher 505 Games. The title is available at leading retail and e-commerce stores at the price of ₹3499. The new edition is loaded with over a year’s worth of DLC packs and content updates including the popular Big Bank Heist, and even the addition of “Clover,” the first female heister. Action filled crime sprees look better than ever on next-gen consoles with improved frame rate, better textures and 1080p resolution. PAYDAY 2: Crimewave Edition introduces new high-octane heists and new contacts The Dentist, voiced by actor Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad), and The Butcher, voiced by Mira Furlan (Lost and Babylon 5). In addition to new jobs and multi...
Xbox Updates: Controller, New Model and More
Microsoft will be offering a new model of the Xbox One, with a 1TB Hard Disk Drive and a matte finish, as opposed to the glossy finish it sells with now, which is an atrocious fingerprint and dust magnet. Unlike the PS4, the Xbox One does not allow users to replace the HDD themselves without voiding the warranty. This new console will be bundled with Halo: Master Chief Collection for a limited period. Microsoft also announced a controller redesign, which tweaks the bumpers slightly and removes the proprietary headset jack and replaces it with a 3.5mm jack. In addition, they also released a special edition Covert Forces controller, which has a grey camouflage finished shell. Microsoft also released the long awaited wireless dongle for coupling the Xbox One controller with a PC, which befor...