Microsoft announced a robust update to its subscription service catalog this February, bringing a diverse selection that promises to please different player profiles. The new wave of additions ranges from highly anticipated RPGs from renowned studios to comedy sequels and major sports titles, reinforcing the company’s strategy of maintaining a constant flow of high-quality content for consoles, PC and the cloud.
Large open world and fantasy productions
The main highlight of the month is the simultaneous arrival of two major titles on February 17th. The first isAvatar: Frontiers of Pandora, developed by Ubisoft in collaboration with Lightstorm Entertainment. Neste first-person action-adventure game, subscribers will be able to explore a never-before-seen western frontier of
On the same date, the service receivesAvowed, the new first-person RPG from Obsidian Entertainment, a studio known forFallout: New Vegas. Ambientado in the universe of Eora, the same as the franchisePillars of Eternity, the game puts the player in the shoes of an envoy from the Aedyr empire to investigate a mysterious plague in the Terras Vivas. The title promises to offer a flexible combat system that mixes magic, swords and pistols, as well as a narrative shaped by the player’s choices.
Exclusive premieres and medieval classics
Before the big RPGs, February 13th marks the “Day One” release ofHigh on Life 2. The sequel to the popular comedic shooter maintains the formula of acid humor and talking guns, introducing a new protagonist and an all-new arsenal of charismatic alien weapons to take on an intergalactic cartel. The title arrives directly in the catalogue, allowing subscribers to play at no additional cost on launch day.
Still on the 13th, fans of historical realism will be able to enjoy the entry ofKingdom Come: Deliverance. The acclaimed medieval RPG transports players to Sacro Império Romano, offering an immersive experience without fantasy elements, focused on realistic combat and a complex plot of revenge and civil war. The addition of this modern classic expands the options for those looking for deep and challenging narratives.
Sports, family and catalog rotation
For sports enthusiasts, the service made available on February 5th theMadden NFL 26, the latest iteration of EA’s American football franchise Sports, through EA Play integrated into the Ultimate plan. The game features updated team lists and new gameplay mechanics. On the same day, children were treated toRescue Wheel Paw Patrol: Championship, based on the popular animated series.
As part of the service’s natural cycle, some games will leave the library to make room for new releases. It is the case thatMadden NFL 24, which will be removed from the catalog on February 15th. Microsoft reminds us that subscribers can use their member discount to definitively purchase games that are being removed, if they wish to continue their campaigns after their removal.
