Get ready, Xbox fans! The recent March 2024 Xbox Partner Preview was a whirlwind of exciting announcements and tantalizing trailers.
Partners from around the globe showcased their incredible upcoming titles, promising a jam-packed year of gaming for Xbox and Windows platforms.
Major highlights from the March 2024 Xbox Partner Preview
The Xbox Partner Preview March 2024 demonstrated the incredible diversity and talent of game developers around the world. From expansive RPGs and chilling horror experiences to creative world-builders and thrilling action titles, there truly is something to pique every gamer’s interest.
Let’s dive in!
Final Fantasy XIV Online makes its grand Xbox debut
The wait is finally over, March 2024 Xbox Partner Preview drops the bomb!
MMORPG fans can rejoice as the beloved Final Fantasy XIV Online makes its way to Xbox Series X|S this month. Experience the award-winning story and expansive world alongside millions of other players.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
Capcom unveiled an exciting new IP with Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess. This action-packed title draws inspiration from Japanese folklore and tasks you with rebuilding a shattered village while battling mythical creatures. Look forward to its 2024 release (and day one Game Pass availability!).
The Sinking City 2 emerges from the depths
Frogwares surprised us with the announcement of The Sinking City 2, the sequel to the acclaimed Lovecraftian horror-adventure. Expect an even more atmospheric and chilling experience in 2025.
Persona 3 Reload
Fans of Persona 3 Portable, rejoice! The expansion ‘’The Answer’’ is coming to Persona 3 Reload in September 2024, bringing new challenges, story content, and the ability to play as Aigis.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Legends of the Zone Trilogy’s surprise drop
Get ready to explore the iconic Zone, as the entire original S.T.A.L.K.E.R. trilogy made a surprise appearance on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, available to play right now!
Frostpunk 2 release date confirmed
11 Bit Studios finally revealed the release date for the highly anticipated Frostpunk 2 in March 2024 Xbox Partner Preview.
A bleak and compelling city-builder set in a frozen apocalypse is waiting for you!
Look for Frostpunk 2 to arrive with PC Game Pass and Windows on July 24, 2024.
Unknown 9: Awakening
Bandai Namco Entertainment showcased new gameplay footage of Unknown 9: Awakening, a captivating story-driven experience about a young girl with the ability to manipulate the unseen.
Xbox Game Pass plans and pricing
Now if you want to get a first-hand experience with the games announced at March 2024 Xbox Partner Preview, an Xbox Game Pass subscription is what you need!
Here’s a breakdown of the different Xbox Game Pass plans available:
- Xbox Game Pass for Console ($9.99/month):
- Access to a rotating library of over 100 high-quality games on your Xbox console
- Includes member discounts and deals
- Play online multiplayer on your Xbox console
- PC Game Pass ($9.99/month):
- Access to a rotating library of over 100 high-quality games on your PC
- Includes member discounts and deals
- Includes EA Play, giving you access to a selection of EA’s popular titles
- Xbox Game Pass Ultimate ($16.99/month):
- Combines all the benefits of Xbox Game Pass for Console and PC Game Pass
- Play new Xbox Game Studios titles the same day they release
- Xbox Live Gold included for online console multiplayer
- Access to cloud gaming (play select games from the cloud on supported devices)
- Additional perks, including exclusive in-game content and partner offers
Xbox Game Pass offers several plans to suit different gaming needs. If you’re an Xbox console gamer, the Xbox Game Pass for Console plan is your best bet. This plan gives you access to a large library of games on your console, along with member discounts and the ability to play online multiplayer.
For PC gamers, the PC Game Pass plan is ideal. It also grants you access to a vast library of PC games, includes member discounts, and comes with an EA Play membership for access to select titles from Electronic Arts.
Finally, if you want the absolute best value and play on both Xbox and PC, consider Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. This combines the benefits of both console and PC plans, includes Xbox Live Gold for online play, allows you to play day-one releases from Xbox Game Studios, and offers access to cloud gaming on supported devices. You’ll also get extra perks like in-game content and partner offers.
For more details and to sign up, visit the official Xbox Game Pass website.
Something for everyone
The March 2024 Xbox Partner Preview served as a vibrant showcase of the global gaming landscape, highlighting the immense diversity and talent within the developer community. Genres spanned the spectrum, offering something for every kind of player. RPG enthusiasts were treated to glimpses of sprawling worlds and epic narratives, while horror fans got chills down their spines with glimpses of unsettling atmospheres and haunting creatures.
The overall takeaway was a resounding testament to the boundless creativity and ingenuity of game developers around the world. From the meticulously crafted horror experiences to the expansive RPGs bursting with rich lore, the March 2024 Xbox Partner Preview truly offered a glimpse into the future of gaming, a future brimming with diverse experiences that promise to cater to every gamer’s unique preferences.
We have been waiting for Frostpunk 2 for a really long time and the announcement of its release date really hyped us up!
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