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Xbox
New releases, Game Pass discoveries and the wider Xbox world.
Console features / Insider preview
Xbox tests up-to-1440p Remote Play for Alpha Insiders
The sharper Remote Play preview is limited to Xbox Series X|S users in two Alpha Insider rings.
Publishing / Kojima Productions
Xbox becomes the new publishing partner for Kojima Productions' PHYSINT
Xbox is publishing PHYSINT, but its platforms and release date remain unannounced.
Racing / Early access
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush early access is live on Xbox before the 10 September launch
Ultimate Edition customers can start racing now; the full launch follows on 10 September.
Game Pass / Cloud gaming
Xbox Cloud Gaming will add monthly playtime limits in November
From November, cloud access will be capped by Game Pass tier, with extra time sold separately.
New release / Xbox Series X|S
The Blood of Dawnwalker is now available on Xbox Series X|S
The vampire role-playing game is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC.
Cloud gaming / Smart TVs
Xbox app will bring cloud gaming to select TCL smart TVs
The Xbox app is coming to select TCL TVs, but the compatible models and countries remain unconfirmed.
Xbox Game Pass / September
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War joins Xbox Game Pass on 8 September
Black Ops Cold War arrives on 8 September as Cyberpunk 2077 heads out on 15 September.