Microsoft shows off universal applications running on Xbox One

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Publisher: Developer: Review platform: Release date: Microsoft revealed that universal applications were coming to the Xbox One many months ago but finally showed how they would function today. Kevin Gallo, the technical lead for universal applications, demonstrated a single program that seamlessly ran across phones, laptops, and consoles. The purpose of this was to let … Read more

Epic Games makes Unreal Engine 4 free for developers

Publisher: Developer: Review platform: Release date: Epic Games, the studio originally behind the Gears of War franchise, removed the monthly subscription fee for Unreal Engine 4 making it free for everyone. However, Epic Games will earn “a five percent royalty on gross revenue after the first $3,000 per product, per quarter should a developer monetize … Read more

Consumers prefer the Xbox One primarily due to its brand, features, and exclusives

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Publisher: Developer: Review platform: Release date: Nielsen, the global information and measurement company, recently conducted a survey of next-generation console owners to determine why they bought their devices. While individuals who bought a PlayStation 4 stated reasons like resolution, Blu-ray player, and what their family wanted, Xbox One owners’ responses were notable. Most gamers who … Read more

Beach Buggy Racing is coming to Xbox One in April

Beach Buggy Racing is coming to Xbox One in April

Publisher: Developer: Review platform: Release date: The developers of Hydro Thunder Hurricane and Riptide GP2 just announced that they will bring Beach Buggy Racing to the Xbox One. Vector Unit followed up this announcement with some tweets defining what differences there will be between the mobile and console versions of the game. The studio also stated … Read more

VLC media player might be coming to Xbox One

VLC media player might be coming to Xbox One

Publisher: Developer: Review platform: Release date: VLC is a free media player used by many people due to its ability to play almost any type of music and video file. Thomas Nigro, one of the programmers, tweeted about possibly bringing VLC to the Xbox One. This might mean that the media player will make its … Read more

Pure Hold’em is coming to Xbox One soon

Publisher: Developer: Review platform: Release date: VooFoo Studios, the developers behind the excellent Pure Pool, announced that their new game, Pure Hold’em, is making its way to the Xbox One. As the name suggests, Pure Hold’em is based on Texas Hold’em. The game brings the excitement of the casino to your television and features four … Read more