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  • This weekend, Xbox Game Pass provides four games at no cost.

    This weekend, Xbox Game Pass provides four games at no cost.

    Xbox Game Pass Core and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can enjoy a weekend of gaming with four free games available until Monday, August 26th, at 3:59 AM.

    Here are the four complimentary games and instructions on how to save them.

    To play these games, just sign up for Xbox Game Pass Core or Ultimate and download the games from your Xbox One or Xbox Series S|X console. Make sure to try out each of these games before the offer expires on Monday.

    Kingdom Comes: Deliverance

    Kingdom Come: Deliverance
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    In the game “Kingdom Come: Deliverance”, players control Henry, a blacksmith’s son thrust into a violent civil war. Witnessing the destruction of his city and the loss of his family, Henry embarks on a quest for revenge and justice. This open-world RPG provides a captivating experience with tough battles and a compelling story that keeps players engaged throughout.

    Hell Let Loose is a video game.

    Hell Let Loose
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    “Hell Let Loose” is a must-play game for fans of first-person shooters, offering intense battles involving up to 100 players that emphasize both strategy and precision. Featuring infantry, tanks, and artillery, the game immerses players in a realistic combat experience where every choice has the potential to impact the outcome of the battle.

    Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker

    Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker
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    The Naruto series makes a comeback with “Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker,” an online fighting game where players can create teams of four to engage in fierce battles against other teams. Featuring updated visuals and exciting gameplay, this game provides a fresh take on the world of ninjas, pushing players to demonstrate their combat skills.

    GigaBash

    GigaBash
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    “GigaBash” is perfect for fans of fast-paced battles and massive creatures. Drawing inspiration from beloved games such as “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate” and “War of the Monsters”, this title allows players to command powerful Titans or robot hunters in intense, destructive fights. Utilize the environment strategically, transform into a colossal monster, and unleash chaos upon your enemies.

  • Epic Games successfully takes legal action against Google, leading to necessary rule changes for the Play Store.

    Epic Games successfully takes legal action against Google, leading to necessary rule changes for the Play Store.

    Epic Games won a legal battle against Google, leading to a court decision by Judge James Donato on October 7. The ruling requires Google to make substantial changes to the Google Play Store, promoting competition within the Android ecosystem by allowing third-party app stores like the Epic Games Store.

    What modifications are required by Google?

    Google is required to provide access to alternative app stores on Google Play, enabling Android users to download apps from different stores through the Play Store.

    The new regulations enable third-party stores to provide all the apps currently found on Google Play, giving developers the opportunity to distribute their apps across various platforms without reducing their visibility or audience reach.

    The ruling placed limitations on Google to prevent behaviors viewed as anticompetitive. The company will no longer have the ability to:

    • Share the profits made from Google Play with other parties that distribute Android applications.
    • Pay developers to release their apps solely or primarily on Google Play.
    • Pay device makers or operators to include Google Play on devices, making it harder for competitors to secure space.
    • Developers must use only the Google Play billing system within their apps.
    • Prevent developers from notifying users about different payment options or prices outside of Google Play, or sharing links to download apps from other platforms.

    Changes begin in November.

    Google será obrigado a permitir lojas de apps de terceiros dentro da Play Store, beneficiando a Epic Games Store. Imagem: Epic/Reprodução
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    The ruling will take effect starting on November 1, 2024, with the majority of the updated regulations being enforced by 2027, a timeframe shorter than the six years requested by Epic Games. Google has a maximum of eight months to incorporate the necessary technology for third-party app stores to securely integrate into the Play Store.

    Google stated it would challenge the decision despite losing. Lee-Anne Mulholland, the company’s vice president of regulatory matters, expressed concerns that the judge’s mandated changes could have negative effects on consumers, developers, and device manufacturers.

    How does that affect you?

    Android device users can anticipate increased options and flexibility in obtaining apps with the upcoming changes. The ability to access alternative stores through the Play Store may lead to new services and promotions that benefit users. Nonetheless, Google’s reservations about potential unintended outcomes suggest that the transition may be complex.

    Consumers and developers are eager to see how the new situation of app stores on Android will develop, with the implementation of changes being closely monitored.

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  • Microsoft will continue to offer games for Android in November.

    Microsoft will continue to offer games for Android in November.

    Microsoft has confirmed that starting in November, the Xbox app will enable users to purchase and play games directly through the app, potentially allowing for game streaming through the cloud instead of playing directly on Android devices. Further details have not been disclosed by Microsoft.

    Xbox President shares updates on Social Network X.

    The Xbox app on Android is set to receive an update allowing users to purchase and play platform games directly within the app, following a legal ruling against Google that required an expansion of mobile app store functionalities on Android.

    Sarah Bond discussed it and revealed the new development.

    The court ruling allowing Google’s mobile app market in the US to expand provides increased choices and adaptability. As part of our goal to enable a wider range of users to access games on various devices, we are pleased to share that starting in November, users can purchase and play Xbox games directly through the Xbox app on Android.

    Microsoft intended to introduce a gaming store for Android through the web, but this concept never materialized. Google is currently challenging a court ruling that mandates the company to make these alterations, which must be completed by November 1 of this year.

  • Amazon Prime Gaming has launched five new complimentary games; learn how to claim them.

    Amazon Prime Gaming has launched five new complimentary games; learn how to claim them.

    Amazon Prime Gaming provides a monthly selection of free-to-play games for its members. This month, five new games have been added to the collection, including popular titles like Plague Tale: Innocence and Scorn. These games will be available until the end of December.

    A Plague Tale: Innocence

    A Plague Tale: Innocence
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    In this thrilling game, you follow Amicia and her younger brother Hugo on a perilous adventure as they flee from Inquisition soldiers and battle swarms of rats. Through difficult situations, they build trust and strive to stay alive.

    Death’s Gate

    Death
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    In the game, you play as a Crow assigned to gather the souls of the deceased. Things take a turn when a soul meant for collection goes missing, leading you to chase the thief through a mystical realm teeming with covetous and formidable beings.

    3. Contempt

    Scorn
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    A spooky game with a one-of-a-kind eerie setting, Scorn involves navigating diverse linked areas, solving puzzles, and engaging with a seemingly sentient world. Each zone offers fresh obstacles and abilities to master.

    Coromon is the fourth text.

    Coromon
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    Prepare for a fresh journey in Velua after graduating as a Battle Researcher. On the initial workday, a mysterious entity strikes the workplace. Assemble a team of Coromons to combat the intruders and safeguard the world.

    Five: A Hotel Haunted by Personal Fears

    Haunted Hotel: Personal Nightmare
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    Upon receiving a letter informing you about the disappearance of your mother and sister, you reach the Freedom Hotel, an establishment where appearances can be deceiving. Engage in a puzzle and hidden objects game where you will confront your fears and unravel puzzles to rescue your loved ones.

    How to claim the games

    To access these incredible games, you must have an Amazon Prime subscription and an account on platforms like GOG, Epic Games, or Amazon Games. Once claimed, the games will remain in your account permanently.

    You have the option to subscribe to Amazon Prime for R$19.90 monthly or choose the yearly plan at 12 installments of R$13.90, totaling R$16.80. New users can also benefit from a 30-day free trial.