Microsoft’s Xbox held its annual conference, announcing new exclusive games and features for Xbox users. New game titles include Starfield, a sci-fi RPG game developed by Bethesda Game Studios, Forza Horizon 5 set in Mexico, and Halo Infinite. Xbox Game Pass will expand to include games from Bethesda Softworks studio and will soon be available on smart TVs. Xbox Cloud Gaming will also be available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers on PCs, iPads, iPhones, and some Android devices. Improvements to the Xbox Series X/S include improved frame rate, load times, remote play, and quick resume features.
Xbox Reveals Upcoming Games and Features at Annual Conference
Microsoft’s Xbox held its annual conference on June 10, 2021, showcasing new exclusive games and features coming for Xbox users.
New Game Titles
One of the most exciting moments of the event was the announcement of new game titles to be released on both the Xbox One and the new Xbox Series X/S consoles. Some of the most anticipated games include:
Starfield
Bethesda Game Studios finally revealed their newest project, Starfield. This sci-fi RPG game has been in development for many years and will be a console exclusive for Xbox. No release date has been announced yet, but fans are eagerly awaiting news.
Forza Horizon 5
The newest installment in the Forza series was also announced, and it will take place in Mexico. Forza Horizon 5 promises to be the most impressive racing game yet, with improved graphics and gameplay. It will be available on Xbox Game Pass on launch day.
Halo Infinite
Xbox fans have been waiting eagerly for the release of the newest game in the Halo series. Halo Infinite is set to release in fall 2021, and the conference showed new gameplay footage and multiplayer features.
Features for Gamers
Xbox also showcased some new features coming for gamers on the Xbox platform:
Xbox Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass will be expanding to include even more games, including titles from the brand new Bethesda Softworks studio as a result of Microsoft’s recent acquisition. Microsoft also confirmed that Game Pass will be available on smart TVs soon.
Xbox Cloud Gaming
Xbox announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming will be available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers through the browser on PCs, iPads and iPhones, and even some Android devices. This means that Xbox games can be played on a wider variety of devices without the need for a console.
Xbox Series X/S Improvements
Xbox also shared improvements coming to the Xbox Series X/S, including improved framerate and load times for older games, as well as remote play and quick resume features.
Conclusion
The Xbox annual conference was a huge success, with exciting game announcements and new features for gamers. Xbox continues to be a favorite among gamers, and this year’s event only solidified its place in the gaming industry.