152: Arkane Falls Prey

Game Pass Tracker Show

Join us on this eye-opening episode of "The Game Pass Tracker Show" as we unpack a whirlwind of news, rumors, and industry-shaking changes that will define Xbox's future.
Rolling into this week's episode We chat about how Xbox is reportedly considering a price increase for Game Pass, possibly to accommodate the monumental addition of Call of Duty to the service. Meanwhile, rumors swirl around the troubled development of the "Perfect Dark" reboot, which appears to be encountering challenges at Xbox. On a more strategic front, Xbox is set to open a mobile game store this July, according to Sarah Bond via Bloomberg Live.
In this week's News Bulletins We cover how The latest Xbox system update is a game-changer, making it easier than ever to swap between Wi-Fi networks. Plus, Bethesda offers a sneak peek at the first land vehicle in "Starfield," stoking excitement for this highly anticipated release.
In our feature story we talk about how the gaming world has been shaken by news that Xbox is closing four studios, including Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks. Arkane Austin, known for "Redfall" and "Prey," had to cancel its planned "Redfall" DLC after the studio was shuttered. An offline update for "Redfall" was also reportedly planned before Arkane's closure, leaving fans and developers equally devastated. The head of Arkane Lyon described these shutdowns as a "f***ing gut stab."
At Tango Gameworks, beloved for "Ghostwire Tokyo" and "Hi-Fi Rush," hopes for a sequel to "Hi-Fi Rush" have been dashed with the studio's closure. Fans are voicing their frustration at Bethesda for shutting down Tango Gameworks. Meanwhile, the fallout also impacts Alpha Dog Games ("Mighty Doom") and Roundhouse Studios.
Xbox executives have provided reasoning for these drastic decisions, signaling a sharper focus on consolidating resources under the "Microsoft Gaming" brand. Despite the tumultuous changes, Xbox Game Pass appears to have "stalled" in the US, raising questions about the future of subscription services.
Join us as we dissect these stories and explore what this means for Xbox's trajectory in gaming.
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Games Leaving 05/15/2024
- Eastern Exorcist (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Eiyuuden Chronicle Rising (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Ghostlore (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Just Cause 4 Reloaded (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Norco (Cloud, Console, PC)
- SD Gundam Battle Alliance (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Supraland Six Inches Under (Cloud, Console, PC)
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