NEW RELEASE: Dungeon Defenders II Xbox One

Dungeon Defenders II

Dungeon Defenders II is a Free to Play Action Tower Defense game, packed with classic roleplaying elements like loot, leveling, and pets. The Old Ones’ armies have invaded Etheria and it’s up to you and your friends to push them back! Create and level a team of heroes to take into battle. Then freeze, burn, and electrocute enemies with your deadly defenses or jump into the action yourself to finish them off! Play by yourself or alongside friends, with up to 4 player online and 2 player local (splitscreen) Co-Op.

NEWS: Xbox 360 And Xbox One Backward Compatibility Service Maintenance

On Tuesday, June 20 between 8:00AM UTC and 10:00AM UTC (4:00AM ET and 6:00AM ET), we will be performing scheduled maintenance that will affect Xbox 360 titles and services.

Please note this maintenance will also impact Xbox 360 backward compatible titles on Xbox One.

All other Xbox One titles and services will not be affected. If you’re playing an Xbox 360 title during the maintenance, you may be disconnected from Xbox Live one or more times.


For the latest information during the maintenance, check the Xbox Live service status message at http://support.xbox.com/xbox-live-status. For support help, be sure to hit up @XboxSupport on Twitter or make a “Support” post here on the forums.

NEWS: Xbox Design Lab Adds More Customization Options & Expands To More Countries

Last year, we unveiled Xbox Design Lab, the first online customization program we’ve ever launched where you can design your very own official Xbox Wireless Controller. Since then, fans have created hundreds of thousands of unique designs that express their creativity and style. Today, we’re excited to announce that we are adding even more customization options based on fan feedback, now giving you over a billion design combinations to choose from. We’ve also refreshed the design interface for a more seamless experience and will be launching Xbox Design Lab to more countries starting today.

On top of all the original customization options available in Xbox Design Lab, we’ve added:

• 4 new color options including Ink Blue, Mineral Blue, Sierra Brown and Desert Tan
• 11 new thumbstick colors including Glacier Blue, Zest Orange, Retro Pink, Electric Green, Robot White, Lightning Yellow, Ash Gray, Ink Blue, Mineral Blue, Sierra Brown and Desert Tan
• New metallic finishes for D-pads and triggers to add a premium look to your controller
• Black rubberized grips for added comfort and control

In addition to the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico, Xbox Design Lab is now available in the U.K., France and Germany starting today, and will be coming to additional European countries later this summer.

Controllers start at $79.99 USD, and pricing may vary for additional options. For a limited time between now and June 19, we’re offering a free engraving promotion for all Xbox Wireless Controllers purchased through Xbox Design Lab.

Each controller is made to order and will be delivered within 14 business days of placing your order. In addition to the new features detailed above, you can customize the controller body, back case, D-pad, bumpers, triggers, thumbsticks, ABXY buttons and View and Menu buttons. You can also add laser engraving with a custom 16-character message.

Xbox Design Lab adds customization options to the same Xbox Wireless Controller that is available in stores today, with features that include textured side case grip, improved wireless range and Bluetooth technology for easier connectivity to Windows 10 devices. The controller is compatible across the Xbox One family of devices, including Xbox One X when it launches November 7.
Check out the full Xbox Design Lab experience on xbox.com, microsoft.com or your local Microsoft Store. We’re looking forward to seeing your one-in-a-billion designs!

E3 2017: Project Scorpio Officially Named and Release Date

Today at E3 2017 the long awated reveal of Project Scorpio, or should I say Xbox One X.

This system brings 12GB of DDR5 memory and a crazy 6 Teraflop GPU. Not only can it do native 4K UHD gaming (a feature no other console can currently do), but it will also play games in HDR and most games at higher frame rates.

It's one of the finest pieces of hardware Microsoft has ever made. Or, well, it will be when it comes out  November 7th.

E3 2017: Original Xbox Back Compat is coming to Xbox One

Microsoft is expanding Xbox One’s backward compatibility program to the first Xbox, it said today at its E3 media briefing. Original Xbox games will begin appearing on the platform later this year.

“OG games will look better and play better across the Xbox One family,” said head of Xbox Phil Spencer. He called out one single game that will be part of the Xbox library on Xbox One: Crimson Skies, the fan-favorite aerial dogfight game.

Original Xbox Back Compat is coming to Xbox One

— Larry Hryb @ E3 🎮 ⌨️ (@majornelson) June 11, 2017

ACCESSORIES: Controller Gear Xbox Pro Charging Stand

Keep your Xbox Wireless Controller charged with Controller Gear’s officially licensed Xbox Pro Charging Stand. The Xbox Pro Charging Stand is a premium high performing charging stand offering a sleek design and a seamless charging experience.

Xbox Pro Charging Stands are now available in the following color options: Abyss Black, Robot White, Oxide Red, Photon Blue, Zest Orange & Military Green.

All 15 Xbox Design Lab Pro Charging Stand color options will be available June 20th exclusively at microsoftstore.com.

Xbox Pro Charging Stand:
 • Manufactured with the same exact high quality and color material as your Xbox One Controller
 • Masterful design that includes a magnetic contact system to ensure a perfect and secure charge every time
 • Ergonomically engineered to allow one hand navigation through your Xbox One dashboard while the controller is on the charging stand
 • Display and charge your Xbox One controller with ease
 • Officially licensed charging stand for Xbox One

Battery Cover:
 • Engineered with a magnetic contact system to ensure a perfect and secure charge every time
 • Each charging stand includes a controller coordinated battery cover to match your Xbox Wireless

Controller
 • The Xbox Design Lab Pro Charging Stand battery covers are available in all 15 design lab colors to match your custom Design Lab Controller (available June 20th)
Rechargeable Battery & Power Cord:
 • Includes rechargeable 2.4 volt battery; eliminates the need for Double-A batteries
 • Quick charging – controller will be fully charged in 2 hours
 • Long 6 ft. charging cable for convenience
 • When plugged in, the LED on the front of the charging stand flashes 3 times. When the controller is placed on the charging stand, the LED turns orange to indicate the controller is charging. Once the controller is fully charged, the LED turns Green.

NEW RELEASE: The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind Xbox One

The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind

Morrowind is on the verge of destruction, and it’s up to you to save it from a deadly Daedric threat. Embark on a dangerous journey through legendary locales, from volcanic ashlands to mushroom-filled forests. Take the battle to the Ashlands with new 4v4v4 player vs. player combat set in competitive arena-style environments. Includes The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited, the first game of the acclaimed online RPG series.

NEW RELEASES: DiRT 4 Xbox One

DiRT 4

The world’s leading off-road racing series is back! DiRT 4 puts you at the wheel of the most powerful machines ever made as you face the toughest roads on the planet in rally, rallycross & landrush. The game changing Your Stage system allows you to create millions of routes at the touch of a button. The Digital pre-order includes the amazing Hyundai R5 rally car and allows you to kick start your career in the game with a Team Booster Pack which gives you a unique team offer and boosts your staff and facilities as well as the DiRT 4 Founder Icon.

NEW RELEASE: TEKKEN 7 Xbox One

TEKKEN 7

Raise your fists and get ready for the ultimate battle on the next generation of home consoles. Powered by the Unreal Engine 4, the storied fighting franchise returns for another round in TEKKEN 7. With the faithful 3D battle system and gameplay intact, TEKKEN 7 takes the franchise to the next level with photo-realistic graphics and new and innovative features and fighting mechanics. TEKKEN 7 resurrects the attitude, competitiveness and showmanship rooted in its arcade DNA to provide the ultimate fighting game experience.

FREEBIES: Games With Gold June 2017

For the month of June, 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. You can play both Xbox 360 titles on your Xbox One with Backward Compatibility.

Also this month there is a free DLC content pack for Xbox One.

*Titles are available as free downloads for qualifying Xbox Live Gold members in all markets where Xbox Live is available. Some regions may offer different titles depending on market availability.

On Xbox One, Xbox Live Gold members can download SpeedRunners ($14.99 ERP) for free during the month of June. Watch_Dogs ($29.99 ERP) will be available as a free download from June 16th to July 15th. Additionally, to celebrate the new release of Phantom Dust, Gold members get a free multiplayer content DLC pack for Phantom Dust starting June 1st, which includes a variety of valuable skills and abilities to help you defeat your enemies in the re-release of this original Xbox classic.

On Xbox 360, starting Thursday, June 1st, Assassin’s Creed III ($19.99 ERP) will be free for Xbox Live Gold members through June 15th. Then on June 16th, Xbox Live Gold Members can download Dragon Age: Origins ($14.99 ERP) for free through June 30th.