Everything You Need to Know About Rush Mode in Gigantic: Rampage Edition, Available Today

Summary

  • Gigantic: Rampage Edition is the definitive release of the original 5v5 MOBA Hero Shooter, Gigantic — available now on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One with crossplay support.
  • Rush Mode is a brand-new game mode that’s action-packed and fast-paced… get ready for non-stop action!
  • Find out what it takes to be an elite Rush Mode player thanks to the tips below.

The unique MOBA hero shooter, Gigantic, is making an epic comeback in a new definitive release, Gigantic: Rampage Edition – launching on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on April 9, 2024! Gigantic: Rampage Edition will bring everything from the original game and introduce a ton of new content, including a new game mode “Rush”, cross platform play, new heroes, new maps, and gameplay improvements that will give you an even bigger and more complete Gigantic experience than ever before.

To help you get ready for the new mode, Rush, we’re giving you a speed run-like overview of everything you should know about the mode before you jump into it! You ready? We’re ready, let’s do this!

Rush Mode is a quick, fun and exciting mode for all players

If you’ve played the original Gigantic, you know how Gigantic can be… well… gigantic! With Rush Mode, we wanted to streamline the experience and did just that by condensing all the things that make Gigantic great to create a more accessible, fast-paced, and action-packed mode that all players can enjoy.  When we say “fast-paced” we mean it, as Rush matches take just about 10 minutes to finish.

Before You Jump In: Play the Rush Tutorial, Find a Hero That’s Right for You, and Customize Your Experience

Gigantic: Rampage Edition comes with a ton of gameplay improvements compared to the original, including new tutorials to teach you the ins and outs of the game’s different modes, including Rush. We highly recommend playing at least the Rush tutorial in Rampage Edition, which will give you an excellent overview of what you need to know about the mode.

Once you wrap up the tutorial, you should then find a hero that’s right for you. In Gigantic: Rampage Edition there are 25 unique heroes to choose from, including two new heroes, Roland and Kajir, that weren’t in the original game. Each hero fits under a specific archetype and has their own distinct set of offensive and defensive capabilities, including their own “ultimate” abilities (called “Focus Skills” in-game.) Choosing a hero that fits your play style, whether you like to get up close and personal to take down enemies or take them down from a distance, is vital to increasing your chances of being victorious in matches.

After you’ve found a perfect hero for you, it’s then time to build and customize your loadout to match your playstyle! You can go with one of two predetermined builds, or you’d like to take a deeper dive into loadout creation, feel free to build your own when you’re ready. Having a loadout that works for you is important, but we can’t forget to mention that the most important part of choosing a hero… customizing it! As you make progress, you’ll be able to unlock and choose from a variety of hero and weapon skins and other customization options – and the best part is that you don’t need to spend a single penny to get anything, all of the content can be unlocked just by playing the game!

What’s neat about Rush compared to the existing mode Clash, aside from of course matches being lightning fast, is that you can change your hero mid-match, allowing you and your team to change strategies during matches. So, for instance, if you’re noticing the enemy team is just not giving you and your team any breathing room as they all are using melee DPS heroes against you, you can fight back by changing to a melee DPS hero yourself to go toe-to-toe with them. Knowing how and when to change heroes is important in Rush, but not only that, it’s also just a great way to learn how to use different heroes!

Another difference with Rush is heroes start at level 10, the max Hero level in the game. So, what that means is that you have access to all of a hero’s abilities from the get-go, making it even easier to get a feel for which hero is right for you. We highly recommend trying all abilities a hero has and figuring out what each ability does. Knowing the abilities in your arsenal is yet another way to being victorious!

Now you’re ready to GO GIGANTIC!

Now that you know all there is to know about Rush, we hope you’re ready to GO GIGANTIC and fight for victory when Gigantic: Rampage Edition  is available now Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One for $19.99. Oh, and if you have friends on other platforms, don’t sweat it – Rampage Edition will have crossplay support when it launches – giving you the opportunity to enjoy Rush Mode with friends no matter what platform they like to play on. With all that said, we’re excited to see you on the airship in Gigantic: Rampage Edition!

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Star Wars Outlaws: 5 Things to Pay Attention to in the Newest Trailer

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Star Wars Outlaws: 5 Things to Pay Attention to in the Newest Trailer

Summary

  • Get ready to travel across the galaxy to pull off the ultimate heist with this detailed look at the new trailer for Star Wars Outlaws.
  • From new planets and locations, to meeting the primary villain, there’s plenty to breakdown in this Xbox Wire feature.
  • Star Wars Outlaws is available for pre-order today on the Microsoft Store and is set for release for Xbox Series X|S on August 30, 2024.

Star Wars Outlaws launches on Xbox Series X|S on August 30, 2024, and is available for pre-order now on the Xbox Store! Set between “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” and “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi,” Star Wars Outlaws lets you play as cunning scoundrel Kay Vess, who alongside her loyal companion Nix must attempt one of the greatest heists in the galaxy in order to win her freedom.

In a brand-new Story Trailer for Star Wars Outlaws, Ubisoft gave fans a closer look at the story of Kay Vess and Nix, and introduced the game’s main antagonist, Sliro. But there’s more to dive into, and we’re here to get you up to lightspeed.

Here are five things to pay attention to in the new Star Wars Outlaws trailer.

A Look at All the Criminal Syndicates

Kay and Nix will need to travel to the far reaches of the galactic underworld and build their reputation with legendary criminal organizations including the Pyke Syndicate, the Hutt Cartel, Crimson Dawn, and the Ashiga Clan, a new syndicate created in collaboration between Massive Entertainment and Lucasfilm Games. While stealing valuable goods, infiltrating secret locations, and outwitting enemies, players will need to carefully consider how their choices affect their status with each syndicate. Kay’s ever-changing reputation will be influenced by every move.

New Planets and Locations

We saw more of the planets and locations that Kay and Nix will explore on their journey. As Kay, you’ll be able to explore Canto Bight, Tatooine, Kijimi, Akiva, and a new addition to the Star Wars galaxy, Toshara, which was developed by Massive Entertainment and Lucasfilm Games. From the humid jungles of Akiva to the windswept savannah of Toshara, each of these locations offers a unique experience and a variety of gameplay opportunities.

Sliro and the Bounty on Kay’s Head

The story trailer offered a deeper look at Sliro, the antagonist in Star Wars Outlaws and the reason Kay will need to venture across the Outer Rim to free herself from a bounty that follows her. Sliro is one of the galaxy’s elites, living in Canto Bight and leading his own lethal syndicate, Zerek Besh. After a failed job, Sliro places a bounty on Kay’s head and hires Vail, one of the best bounty hunters in the Outer Rim, to hunt Kay down.

Jaylen Gives Kay an Opportunity

In the trailer, Kay is given an opportunity to buy her freedom by Jaylen, a gunrunner and master criminal who has been running heists for years. He sees potential in Kay and offers her a lucrative heist with a score that will set her up for the rest of her life, allowing Kay to fulfill her dream of living life free and finding her place in the galaxy.  Players will be taking on this heist as Key Vess during the game. 

Release Date

And of course, at the end of the trailer, it was revealed that Star Wars Outlaws launches on Xbox Series X|S on August 30, 2024, and is available for pre-order now on the Microsoft Store for Xbox!

In addition, those who purchase the Gold Edition or Ultimate Edition can play the game up to three days early. All pre-orders of Star Wars Outlaws will receive the Kessel Runner Bonus Pack, which includes cosmetics for Kay’s speeder and for her ship, the Trailblazer.

We’ll have more to share in the lead-up to the launch of Star Wars Outlaws, so stay tuned to Star Wars Outlaws official channels Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and of course, here on Xbox Wire.

Xbox Live

Star Wars Outlaws Ultimate Edition

UBISOFT

$129.99

Pre-order now and receive the Kessel Runner Bonus Pack including cosmetics for your speeder and the Trailblazer spaceship!*

The Star Wars Outlaws Ultimate Edition includes:
– Base game.
– Season pass including two narrative expansions, an exclusive mission at launch, and a character cosmetic pack.
– Sabacc Shark bundle.
– Rogue Infiltrator bundle.
– Digital art book.
– Up to 3 days of early access to the game**

If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.

DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITY
Explore distinct locations with bustling cities and cantinas. Race across sprawling outdoor landscapes on your speeder. Each location brings new adventures, unique challenges, and enticing rewards if you’re willing to take the risk.

EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORY
Live the high-stakes lifestyle of an outlaw. Turn any situation to your advantage with Nix by your side: fight with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and gadgets, or find the right moments to distract enemies and gain the upper hand.

EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONS
Take on high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal valuable goods, infiltrate secret locations, and outwit enemies as one of the galaxy’s most wanted. Every choice you make influences your ever-changing reputation.

JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEAT
Pilot your ship, the Trailblazer, as you engage in thrilling dogfights with the Empire and other foes. Find the right opportunities to chase, evade, and attack to get the upper hand.

*Offer, content, and dates subject to change.
**Play the game up to three days before the official launch date. Internet connection and Ubisoft Account required to redeem digital content. Please check system requirements and product details/restrictions before purchase and upon game release.
Q&A: https://www.ubisoft.com/help/article/000106531

Xbox Live

Star Wars Outlaws Gold Edition

UBISOFT

$109.99

Pre-order now and receive the Kessel Runner Bonus Pack including cosmetics for your speeder and the Trailblazer spaceship!*

The Star Wars Outlaws Gold Edition includes:
– Base game.
– Season pass including two narrative expansions, an exclusive mission at launch, and a character cosmetic pack.
– Up to 3 days of early access to the game**

If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.

DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITY
Explore distinct locations with bustling cities and cantinas. Race across sprawling outdoor landscapes on your speeder. Each location brings new adventures, unique challenges, and enticing rewards if you’re willing to take the risk.

EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORY
Live the high-stakes lifestyle of an outlaw. Turn any situation to your advantage with Nix by your side: fight with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and gadgets, or find the right moments to distract enemies and gain the upper hand.

EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONS
Take on high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal valuable goods, infiltrate secret locations, and outwit enemies as one of the galaxy’s most wanted. Every choice you make influences your ever-changing reputation.

JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEAT
Pilot your ship, the Trailblazer, as you engage in thrilling dogfights with the Empire and other foes. Find the right opportunities to chase, evade, and attack to get the upper hand.

*Offer, content, and dates subject to change.
**Play the game up to three days before the official launch date. Internet connection and Ubisoft Account required to redeem digital content. Please check system requirements and product details/restrictions before purchase and upon game release.
Q&A: https://www.ubisoft.com/help/article/000106531

Xbox Live

Star Wars Outlaws

UBISOFT

$69.99

Pre-order now and receive the Kessel Runner Bonus Pack including cosmetics for your speeder and the Trailblazer spaceship!*

Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars™ action-adventure game and explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as scoundrel Kay Vess, seeking freedom and the means to start a new life. Fight, steal, and outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted.

If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.

DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITY
Explore distinct locations with bustling cities and cantinas. Race across sprawling outdoor landscapes on your speeder. Each location brings new adventures, unique challenges, and enticing rewards if you’re willing to take the risk.

EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORY
Live the high-stakes lifestyle of an outlaw. Turn any situation to your advantage with Nix by your side: fight with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and gadgets, or find the right moments to distract enemies and gain the upper hand.

EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONS
Take on high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal valuable goods, infiltrate secret locations, and outwit enemies as one of the galaxy’s most wanted. Every choice you make influences your ever-changing reputation.

JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEAT
Pilot your ship, the Trailblazer, as you engage in thrilling dogfights with the Empire and other foes. Find the right opportunities to chase, evade, and attack to get the upper hand.

*Offer, content, and dates subject to change.

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Xbox Insider Release Notes – Xbox App [2404.1001.12.0]

Hey Xbox Insiders! We are releasing a new Xbox App and Game Bar app for Windows builds to Xbox Insiders who are enrolled in the PC Gaming Insiders preview! Thank you all for being Xbox Insiders. Continue read to learn about fixes and known issues. Make sure that you update the Xbox app, Gaming Services and Game Bar to ensure you get all of the fixes!

Versions of PC Gaming prerelease products:

Xbox App version: 2404.1001.12.0

  • Released: 4:00 p.m. PT – April 8th 2024

Game Bar version: 7.124.3191.0

  • Released: 4:00 p.m. PT – March 21st 2024

What’s New

Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta)

Starting today, Xbox Insiders playing cloud games via xbox.com/play will notice a controller icon in the guide when connected and playing on a browser. This supports users in connecting a controller when playing on a browser.

Note: Users on browser will need to enable Preview features on their browser to gain access to the feature. This is done by clicking on your profile picture at xbox.com/play and then select Settings and then enable “Preview features.”

Xbox App Bug Fixes:

  • Fixed an issue that could cause users to encounter an error when deleting game captures.
  • Resolved an issue where some users would see an error trying to complete a purchase.

How to Get Xbox Insider Support

Don’t forget! If you encounter any issues, you can leave feedback by navigating to the feedback option on your profile menu.

You can also provide feedback, as well as interact with the community, on the Xbox Insiders Subreddit. Please be as specific as possible when providing feedback.

When posting to the subreddit, please look through most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to threads with the same issue before posting a brand new one. This helps us support you the best we can!

For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information!

Thank you to everyone who participates in the Xbox Insider Program! Your feedback helps us continue to build a great gaming experience in the Xbox app on PC. 

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Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha (2405.240404-2000)

Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Alpha ring today.

It’s important we note that some updates made to these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles. We will continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal or behind the scenes, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device.

Details can be found below!

Xbox Insider Release Notes

System Update Details

  • OS Version: XB_FLT_2405ZN25398.4396.240404-2000
  • Available: 2 p.m. PT – April 8, 2024
  • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – April 9, 2024

New Features and Experiences

We have exciting news! Alpha users can expect something new coming to their Xbox Update Preview.

Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta)

Starting today, Xbox Insiders playing cloud games via xbox.com/play will notice a controller icon in the guide when connected and playing on a browser. This supports users in connecting a controller when playing on a browser.

  • Note: Users on browser will need to enable Preview features on their browser to gain access to the feature. This is done by clicking on your profile picture at xbox.com/play and then select Settings and then enable “Preview features.”

Fixes Included

Thanks to all the great feedback Xbox Insiders provide and the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented with this build:

System

Known Issues

While known issues may have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes, they are not being ignored! However, it may take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. If you experience any of these issues, we ask that you please follow any guidance provided and file feedback with Report a Problem.

Audio

  • Some users have reported experiencing intermittent audio issues across the dashboard, games, and apps.
    • Troubleshooting: If you do experience issues, please confirm your TV and all other equipment have the latest firmware installed. If you are unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance. You can also find additional troubleshooting tips here: Troubleshoot audio on your Xbox console.
    • Feedback: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware and troubleshooting further, please submit feedback via Report a Problem when you are experiencing the issue. Use the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”.
      • Note: Be sure to include as much information as possible about the issue, when it started, your setup, troubleshooting you have completed, and any additional information that will help us reproduce the issue.

Networking

  • We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to the network immediately on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
    • Workaround: Wait a minute or two for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide then file feedback with Report a Problem. Learn more about restarting here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.

As always, be sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of any issues you encounter. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.

What Happens to Your Feedback

If you’re an Xbox Insider looking for support, please visit the community subreddit. Official Xbox staff, moderators, and fellow Xbox Insiders are there to help with your concerns.

When posting to the subreddit, please look through the most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to existing threads with the same issue before posting a new one. This helps us support you the best we can! Also, don’t forget to use “Report a Problem” before posting – the information shared in both places helps us understand your issue better.

Thank you to every Xbox Insider in the subreddit today and welcome to the community if you’re just joining us! We love that it has become such a friendly and community-driven hub of conversation and support.

For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox Update Preview ring!

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Innovative Action Strategy Top-Down Shooter Die Again Launches April 11

  • A game where dying can be your best ally;
  • Heart-pounding narrative in a war-torn landscape.
  • Innovative top-down shooter with an extensive weapons array.

Die Again presents an electrifying top-down shooting experience where survival hinges on death itself!

By strategically perishing near foes, you can inhabit their bodies and persist in the bloody fray. Sometimes the best option is to die, so plan your strategy because death can be your best ally. Thus, mere shooting isn’t always the optimal path.

DA nightclub exterior

This shooter is changing the genre. The ultimate goal is not always to shoot your way through the level. Leverage an extensive array of weaponry to carve your path, whether by dispatching foes or embracing mortality, as demise merely marks a new beginning. In Die Again, triumphing over adversaries demands lightning reflexes and split-second decision-making, where a single errant shot spells the divide between success and defeat.

Open your way by killing or letting them kill you, but, be careful! Your enemies can also take your body.

DA screenshot

Dive into an Array of 100 Thrilling Scenarios

DA sillhouette

Each level is meticulously crafted to offer diverse solutions. Engage enemies head-on, manipulate them into combating each other, or seize control of alternate bodies to surmount any obstacle. You´ll meet different characters along the way, and some of them will have an effect on you. Think carefully who to trust!  The narrative journey of Die Again will guide you through a world transformed by the enigmatic Blue Blood, striving to reach the enigmatic Zero Zone, the epicenter of existence itself. Navigate a landscape scarred by ceaseless conflict.

DA screenshot

Face death in a brand new way of surviving with Die Again, launching on Xbox April 11 and available for preorder now. Are you ready to die in order to survive?

Xbox Live
Xbox Play Anywhere

Die Again

Catness Game Studios

$14.99

Die Again is a shooting game that challenges your limits and immerses you in an epic experience filled with action and strategy. Do you like games that keep you on the edge of your seat? Then get ready for an experience like no other!

What makes Die Again so incredibly addictive? Everything! From frantic shootouts to the creative use of an extensive arsenal of weapons, every moment is an opportunity to demonstrate your skill and prowess. In this game, every bullet is a puzzle to solve, and every scenario is a new chance to surprise your enemies with innovative tactics.

But it doesn’t end there, dive into a completely unique story set in a world transformed by the mysterious Blue Blood. Travel to Ground Zero, the epicenter of it all, as you fight for your life in a landscape marked by war. Get ready to meet unique characters whose fate is intertwined with your decisions.

More than 100 different scenarios to enjoy, each designed to challenge your wit and combat skills. In Die Again, the challenge never ends, and the excitement never fades. So, get ready to dive into a gaming experience like no other. Don’t wait any longer to join the battle and discover what’s behind every corner in Die Again!

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Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha (2405.240403-2000)

Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Alpha ring today.

It’s important we note that some updates made to these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles. We will continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal or behind the scenes, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device.

Details can be found below!

Xbox Insider Release Notes

System Update Details

  • OS Version: XB_FLT_2405ZN25398.4393.240403-2000
  • Available: 2 p.m. PT – April 5, 2024
  • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – April 6, 2024

Fixes Included

Thanks to all the great feedback Xbox Insiders provide and the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented with this build:

System

Known Issues

While known issues may have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes, they are not being ignored! However, it may take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. If you experience any of these issues, we ask that you please follow any guidance provided and file feedback with Report a Problem.

Audio

  • Some users have reported experiencing intermittent audio issues across the dashboard, games, and apps.
    • Troubleshooting: If you do experience issues, please confirm your TV and all other equipment have the latest firmware installed. If you are unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance. You can also find additional troubleshooting tips here: Troubleshoot audio on your Xbox console.
    • Feedback: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware and troubleshooting further, please submit feedback via Report a Problem when you are experiencing the issue. Use the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”.
      • Note: Be sure to include as much information as possible about the issue, when it started, your setup, troubleshooting you have completed, and any additional information that will help us reproduce the issue.

Networking

  • We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to the network immediately on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
    • Workaround: Wait a minute or two for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide then file feedback with Report a Problem. Learn more about restarting here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.

As always, be sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of any issues you encounter. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.

What Happens to Your Feedback

If you’re an Xbox Insider looking for support, please visit the community subreddit. Official Xbox staff, moderators, and fellow Xbox Insiders are there to help with your concerns.

When posting to the subreddit, please look through the most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to existing threads with the same issue before posting a new one. This helps us support you the best we can! Also, don’t forget to use “Report a Problem” before posting – the information shared in both places helps us understand your issue better.

Thank you to every Xbox Insider in the subreddit today and welcome to the community if you’re just joining us! We love that it has become such a friendly and community-driven hub of conversation and support.

For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox Update Preview ring!

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Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 8 to 12

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Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 8 to 12

Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in!


Xbox Live

Botany Manor

Whitethorn Games

$24.99

Botany Manor – April 9
Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Available on day one with Game Pass! Explore the historic manor home of retired botanist Arabella Greene, who has amassed a collection of rare, long-forgotten flora that require special conditions to help them bloom. Unlock new seeds, look for clues in the items scattered around the residence, and solve each gardening puzzle to revive these plants.


Xbox Live

Gigantic: Rampage Edition

Gearbox Publishing San Francisco Inc.

Gigantic: Rampage Edition – April 9
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A premium and definitive release of the original 5v5 MOBA Hero Shooter, Gigantic, that provides a dynamic and exciting team-based multiplayer experience for fans of both genres. Choose from a diverse roster of unique heroes, each with a set of upgradeable abilities, and team up with four other players to control objectives and take down the opposing team’s mighty Guardian, all while protecting your own.


Xbox Live

Broken Roads

Versus Evil, LLC


$39.99

$35.99

Broken Roads – April 10

Born of a love for traditional computer role-playing, Broken Roads provides a rich, engaging narrative in which players make their way across a desolated future Australia. Blending traditional and all-new role-playing elements, Broken Roads presents players with an original morality system: the Moral Compass. This novel design sees dialogue options and questing decisions influence, and be influenced by, a character’s philosophical leaning.


Xbox Live

House Flipper 2

Frozen District

House Flipper 2 – April 10
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

It doesn’t matter if you’re a makeover veteran or if you’re only starting out, you’ll feel at home in no time with House Flipper 2. With new mechanics and revamps to the ones from the original game, your old hammer, trusty paint roller, and sturdy mop all await your return!


Xbox Live

Jorel’s Brother and The Most Important Game of the Galaxy Complete Edition

Double Dash Studios

Jorel’s Brother and The Most Important Game of the Galaxy – April 10

A point-and-click adventure game about an eight-year-old boy who lives with his eccentric family in the shadow of Jorel, his handsome and popular brother. Based on the award-winning Brazilian animation “Jorel’s Brother.”


Xbox Live

SokoFrog

Eastasiasoft Limited

SokoFrog – April 10
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Embark on a colorful puzzle adventure as you guide a block-pushing frog through forests, caves, dungeons and more in this top-down pixel art adventure for the whole family! Key blocks, star blocks, fire blocks, ice blocks, and more await as stages shift between five themes, each with their own unique gameplay mechanics.


Xbox Live

TRAIL OUT

Crytivo

Trail Out – April 10
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

You’re in for a mad race in different parts of the world in Trail Out, where your main goal is to live to the finish line and take the main cup of the festival. Exploding cars, flying and screaming drivers, the hype from the fans, and unseen destruction around the entire track – it’s all waiting for you.


Xbox Live

Ato (Xbox)

Tiny Warrior Games

$14.99

Ato – April 11

An atmospheric, sword dueling metroidvania set in an era of Feudal Japan. It tells a visually driven story about a father who has given up his past ways to live a life of peace with his wife and child. However, this peace is soon disturbed as his child is taken from him… Perform risky parry maneuvers, bounce off your opponent, evade their attacks and unlock new abilities to further expand your arsenal of options against your adversaries.


Xbox Live

Goons: Legends & Mayhem

Firestoke

Goons: Legends & Mayhem – April 11
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

A frantic blend of arcade hockey, beat ’em up, and sports action that will trigger couch co-op nostalgia. Choose from one of eight unique characters divided into three classes: the attack-focused Sharpshooter, the defense-oriented Enforcer, and the Wingman who can focus on either supporting their team or harassing their opponents.


Xbox Live

Let’s! Revolution!

BUCK

$19.99

Let’s! Revolution! – April 11
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A colorful roguelite puzzle mashup about stopping a narcissistic king from ruining your world. Flip tiles to uncover the hidden path to the king and use deductive reasoning to avoid his cronies — or take them all down in strategic turn-based combat.


Xbox Live

The Kindeman Remedy

3D Realms Entertainment ApS

The Kinderman Remedy – April 11
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Scorned and hated by the entire medical community for his “questionable” methods, Dr. Kinderman accepts a miserable job in an appalling prison — but that’s all part of the plan. Here, no one will notice his experiments in this dark story populated with complex characters that adds depth to this gut-wrenching experience, raising disturbing moral questions and showing us the other side of evil: humanity.


Xbox Live
Xbox Play Anywhere

Die Again

Catness Game Studios

$14.99

Die Again – April 11
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

A shooter that challenges your limits and immerses you in an epic experience filled with action and strategy. From frantic shootouts to the creative use of an extensive arsenal of weapons, every moment is an opportunity to demonstrate your skill and prowess. Every bullet is a puzzle to solve, and every scenario is a new chance to surprise your enemies with innovative tactics.


Xbox Live

Bunhouse

Digerati

Bunhouse – April 12
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A cute, simple, bunny-filled game focused on growing plants and managing a greenhouse. Take care of your leafy plant buddies by balancing the amount of water and light they get. Play with friends and upgrade your greenhouse for wholesome, relaxing fun.


Xbox Live

Coffee, Plis

Cube Games

Coffee, Plis – April 12

A young man gets to fill in for his colleagues at a large cafeteria franchise as his first job, but things spiral out of control when he discovers chaos, also known as rush hour.


Xbox Live

Outer Terror

Ratalaika Games S.L.

Outer Terror – April 12
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Outer Terror is a horde shooter where you hold out against massive quantities of other worldly cosmic creatures. Assemble a ridiculous arsenal of weapons and blast apart seemingly endless waves of horrific creatures in this stylish roguelike that pays homage to the B-movies and Golden Age horror comics of the 80s and 90s.


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Xbox Insider Release Notes – Omega (2404.240402-1830)

Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview releasing to the Omega ring today.

It’s important we note that some updates made to these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles. We will continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal or behind the scenes, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device.

Details can be found below!

Xbox Insider Release Notes

System Update Details

  • OS Version: XB_FLT_2404ZN25398.4086.240402-1830
  • Available: 4 p.m. PT – April 4, 2024
  • Mandatory: 4 p.m. PT – April 5, 2024

Note: This update may not occur automatically before it has already become mandatory. You can always find the most current update as soon as it is available by opening the Guide > Profile & system > Settings > System > Updates.

Remember: Newly enrolled users in this ring are not guaranteed to receive all early updates, but they’ll receive the update prior to the GA release. Additionally, a small subset of users may remain on their current GA build once they enroll until the next system update becomes mandatory for the public. Visit the Xbox Insider Program FAQ to learn more.

Fixes Included

Thanks to all the great feedback Xbox Insiders provide and the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented with this build:

Rewards

  • Fixed an unexpected error that could occur when trying to change your auto redeem selection without canceling the existing one first.

System

  • Various stability and performance fixes.

Known Issues

While known issues may have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes, they are not being ignored! However, it may take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. If you experience any of these issues, we ask that you please follow any guidance provided and file feedback with Report a Problem.

Audio

  • Some users have reported experiencing intermittent audio issues across the dashboard, games, and apps.
    • Troubleshooting: If you do experience issues, please confirm your TV and all other equipment have the latest firmware installed. If you are unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance. You can also find additional troubleshooting tips here: Troubleshoot audio on your Xbox console.
    • Feedback: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware and troubleshooting further, please submit feedback via Report a Problem when you are experiencing the issue. Use the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”.
      • Note: Be sure to include as much information as possible about the issue, when it started, your setup, troubleshooting you have completed, and any additional information that will help us reproduce the issue.

Networking

  • We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to the network immediately on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
    • Workaround: Wait a minute or two for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide then file feedback with Report a Problem. Learn more about restarting here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.

As always, be sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of any issues you encounter. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.

What Happens to Your Feedback

If you’re an Xbox Insider looking for support, please visit the community subreddit. Official Xbox staff, moderators, and fellow Xbox Insiders are there to help with your concerns.

When posting to the subreddit, please look through the most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to existing threads with the same issue before posting a new one. This helps us support you the best we can! Also, don’t forget to use “Report a Problem” before posting – the information shared in both places helps us understand your issue better.

Thank you to every Xbox Insider in the subreddit today and welcome to the community if you’re just joining us! We love that it has become such a friendly and community-driven hub of conversation and support.

For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox Update Preview ring!

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