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Ark 2 preview unveils the future of survival games Jeremy Stieglitz and Jesse Rapczak, co-creators of Ark and co-founders of Studio Wildcard, previewed Ark 2 at the June 12 Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase. They announced the game will launch next year on PC and console, available with Xbox Game Pass on day one. “With Ark 2, we’re seeking not only to enhance the game’s narrative and world-building, but also retouch and improve on all aspects of what constitutes an Ark game,” the duo write in a post on Xbox Wire. “Foremost among these redesigns are the core player mechanics. In the sequel, which is third-person only, controls and movement for both players and creatures have been completely redesigned.” Head over to Xbox Wire to watch the preview video and find out about lots more, including the game’s new World [ more… ]

Minecraft Legends action strategy game unveiled for launch in 2023 At the June 12 Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase, Mojang Studios unveiled Minecraft Legends, an all-new action strategy game developed in partnership with Blackbird Interactive. The game is scheduled to launch in 2023 on PC, console and cloud, and will be available with Xbox Game Pass on day one. “Minecraft Legends takes players to the Minecraft universe in a fun and unique new way, as they lead their allies in heroic battles to defend the Overworld,” writes Dennis Ries, Minecraft Legends Executive Producer, in a post on Xbox Wire. “Players will discover a gentle land, both familiar and mysterious, full of lush biomes and rich resources. But this beautiful land is on the brink of terrible change – the piglin invasion has begun and threatens to corrupt the Overworld.” Head [ more… ]

Top things to know about Redfall, plus gameplay reveal Get your first look at Redfall gameplay, debuted at the June 12 Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase, and get ready to “Bite Back” when the game launches in 2023. “Redfall has everything you could want from a cooperative, story-driven FPS experience, plus everything Arkane fans have come to expect from the studio,” writes Anne Lewis, Sr. Content Manager, Bethesda Softworks, in a post on Xbox Wire. “An open world packed with mystery, a diverse roster of heroes to choose from, strategic combat that will keep you on your toes, painstakingly crafted environments, a rich narrative driving you through the world, a wide array of weapons… and vampires. A lot of vampires.” Visit Xbox Wire to find out more and watch the gameplay reveal video. Source: Top things to know about Redfall, [ more… ]

Starfield gameplay debuts at Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase Curious to see the first gameplay footage from Starfield? Xbox Wire is hosting a video from the June 12 Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase providing a closer look as Game Director Todd Howard takes you on a tour of Bethesda Game Studios’ first new universe in 25 years. Starfield will arrive in 2023, exclusively on PC and Xbox Series X|S with day one access on Xbox Game Pass. Head over to Xbox Wire to watch the video and find out more about this next generation role-playing game set amongst the stars. Source: Starfield gameplay debuts at Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase

Free World Update X adds United States and US territories vistas to Microsoft Flight Simulator World Update X is now available for Microsoft Flight Simulator. The latest free update enables players to explore the renowned canyons and rugged beauty of the vast Southwest, roam through the storied architecture of America’s great cities and soar among the majestic peaks that tower miles above their surroundings. “The Microsoft Flight Simulator team built World Update X using the latest high-resolution satellite and aerial imagery available,” writes Jorg Neumann in a post on Xbox Wire. “The update also features brand new 3D cities including San Diego, CA, Albany, NY, Key Largo, FL, Seattle, WA, Olympia, WA and more.” The update also includes four handcrafted airports, from Valdez, Alaska, to Rhode Island’s Block Island, and 87 new points of interest. Head over to Xbox Wire [ more… ]