Xbox Game Reviews

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Is the Xbox One your console of choice? If so, odds are you like to keep up to date with the latest news and reviews about Xbox One games.

We here at Windows Central want to make it as easy as possible for you to find the latest and greatest games for the Xbox One, so we'll do our part and review as many as we can. Now, you can bookmark just one page (this one!) and it will pull in all of the latest games reviews that we have to offer. From Halo to Destiny to Metal Gear Solid to Mad Max — we'll cover them all right here.

So, get it bookmarked, catch up on all the news, and we will see you soon with even more great reviews!!

Embers of light

Embers of Mirin Review on Xbox One

23 June 2017 2 By Jen Karner Embers of Mirin is a two stick puzzle game that will have you trying your best to figure out each new trick. Read our full review here!

Five right over crest

Dirt 4 for Xbox One unfortunately feels a bit too familiar

21 June 2017 6 By Richard Devine Dirt 4 is a really good game that sadly just doesn't feel like much of a step forward from 2016's Dirt Rally. Here's why.

Get taken by Tekken

Tekken 7 for Xbox One is a fluid and fun fighting game

12 June 2017 11 By Paul Acevedo Six years after Tekken Tag Tournament 2, Tekken 7 has finally arrived on Xbox One and Steam. Bandai Namco's latest 3D fighting game touts new characters, customization options, online features, and a robust story mode. And it was it worth the wait.

Looks like Diablo and sounds like The Witcher

Victor Vran Overkill Edition for Xbox One review – An action-RPG that rocks

11 June 2017 6 By Paul Acevedo Xbox One has several Diablo-style games. But until now, none could top Diablo III. Victor Vran might just so that, with sharp combat, platforming, a streamlined loot system, and a wry sense of humor. The Overkill Edition includes two DLC expansions.

Clean city, clean kills

Tokyo 42 is a sleek and stylish shooter you don't want to miss

31 May 2017 15 By Matt Brown Tokyo 42 is a stunning-looking shooter for Xbox One, set within a stylized city that steals the show.

Spell it like you mean it

Spellspire for Xbox One review: Maim monsters in this tough word game

30 May 2017 17 By Paul Acevedo Word games aren't common on Xbox One, making the release of Spellspire all the more special. You play as a wizard and climb a 100-floor tower, battling enemies by spelling words and stopping to buy upgrades along the way.

Comic overload

Injustice 2 for Xbox One review: Fight it out in the multiverse

18 May 2017 12 By Paul Acevedo Injustice 2 brings together more than 20 iconic DC characters in a battle for the fate of the world. With an exciting story mode, Multiverse mode, deep gear system, and smooth online play, fighting game and comic fans alike will love this game.

I am Matt Damon

Planetbase for Xbox One is an addictive management sim set in space

17 May 2017 5 By Jez Corden If Cities: Skylines and Astroneer had a baby, it would look something like Planetbase, a new management sim in space that's worthy of your attention.

Meet Johnny Quest's cousin Elliot

Elliot Quest for Xbox One is a rare Zelda II-style platformer

16 May 2017 10 By Paul Acevedo Retro platformers are common nowadays, but Elliot Quest draws inspiration from a most unusual game: Zelda II. With an old-school sense of adventure and mystery, it could almost be a great platformer ... if it wasn't so unfriendly to players.

cut this!

Deck 13's new game The Surge is better than The Lords of the Fallen

16 May 2017 9 By Lauren Relph Deck 13's challenging new hardcore action game The Surge is addictive and accessible, and a huge step up the developer's previous Lords of the Fallen game.

NBA Playgrounds for Xbox One review: Not quite the successor to NBA Jam

No Boomshakalaka for you!

NBA Playgrounds for Xbox One is not quite a successor to NBA Jam

12 May 2017 21 By Paul Acevedo Given the lack of new NBA Jam games lately, a new arcade-style basketball game should be cause for celebration. NBA Playgrounds hopes to take up that mantle, providing arcade thrills and goofy players. But the game unfortunately misses its mark.

Nobody survives

Butcher for Xbox One: This time you're the remorseless killing machine

11 May 2017 14 By Paul Acevedo Ever wanted to be the bad guy? In Butcher for Xbox One, you play as a cyborg sent to wipe out humanity. This run-and-gun shooter features retro graphics and lots of ways to kill victims. But does it have anything going for it other than shock value?

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