While E3 2021 has officially ended, Microsoft is continuing its momentum from its Xbox and Bethesda E3 2021 Showcase with the Xbox Games Showcase: Extended. Hosted by Kinda Funny Xcast and Gamertag Radio's Parris Lilly, this show will feature conversations with Double Fine, Obsidian, Ninja Theory, Rare, and more.
From Senua's Saga: Hellblade II to Halo Infinite, here are all the interviews and the biggest details from the Xbox Games Showcase: Extended;
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II - A Saga in the Making Behind-The-Scenes Trailer Revealed
Ninja Theory came by the Xbox Games Showcase: Extended to give an update on the development of Senua's Saga: Hellblade II. The team is currently building a large slice of the game before moving into full production to build out the rest.
It was also shared that Hellblade 2 will be set in 9th century Iceland and that Epic Games is helping build the digital characters.
We also received a new "not a trailer" for Hellblade II which shows a montage of the kind of work Ninja Theory has been working on to bring this game to life.
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343 Industries Breaks Down the E3 2021 Halo Infinite Multiplayer Trailer
343 Industries stopped by the Xbox Games Showcase: Extended to break down the Halo Infinite multiplayer trailer that first debuted at the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase earlier this week. The team discussed everything from Commander Laurette and how she will help new Spartans get ready for battle to weapons like the CQS48 Bulldog Shotgun and the VK78 Commando Rifle to more details on the Samurai Spartan Armor that will be part of the game's first season.
Halo Infinite will be released in Holiday 2021.
Forza Horizon 5's Mexico Is the Largest, Most Diverse Open World Forza Yet
Forza Horizon 5, which will be available on November 9, 2021, takes the franchise to Mexico. This new country will be Forza Horizon's largest, most diverse open world yet. From snowy peaks to tropical jungles to epic canyons to amazing beaches to both historic and modern cities, there will be so much to explore.
What makes it even more special is the music, artwork, and culture of Mexico being brought to life in Forza Horizon 5. This will be seen in artwork and more from creatives across Mexico.
Xbox Design Lab Is Back for the Xbox Series X Generation
After a short hiatus, Microsoft has confirmed that Xbox Design Lab is officially back, which will now allow Xbox Series X/S owners to design the controller of their dreams.
While there are two featured designs based on Psychonauts 2 and Grounded, those interested can now go to the Xbox Design Lab website to create theirs now!
Battlefield 2042's Design Director Discusses the Game's New Systems and Modes
Battlefield 2042's design director discussed the new systems and modes that will be featured in the upcoming game, shared more about what players will expect when engaging in massive battle across sprawling sandbox warzones, which includes All-Out Warfare, Conquest, and Breakthrough.
Pirates of the Caribbean-Themed Sea of Thieves: A Pirate's Life Expansion Gets a New Gameplay Trailer
Rare showed off a new gameplay trailer for the Pirates of the Caribbean-themed Sea of Thieves: A Pirate's Life expansion. Additionally, the team announced there will be a deep dive of A Pirate's Life taking place on Sunday, June 20.
Double Fine's Psychonauts 2 Gets a Deep-Dive with Tim Schafer
Double Fine's Tim Schafer came by the Xbox Games Showcase: Extended to share more details on Psychonauts 2, which is set to be released on August 25, 2021.
Four-Player Co-Op Shooter The Anacrusis Gameplay Showcased
The Anacrusis, the four-player co-op shooter being developed by Stray Bombay, received a gameplay deep-dive during today's showcase.
New S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl Details Revealed
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 got a new deep dive over the trailer revealed at the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase. We got a closer look at weapon modifications, some of the deep characters we will meet on our journey, the campfire players will hang out in between conflicts, and much more.
It was also revealed that one of the men at the end of the trailer was actually S.T.A.L.K.E.R. creator Sergei Grigorovich.
A Plague Tale: Innocence Next-Gen Version Announced
The next-gen version of A Plague Tale: Innocence will be released on July 6 and will allow the game to be run up to 4K/60FPS.
Age of Empires 4 Gets Two New Factions and Campaigns
The developers of Age of Empires 4 shared new details on the upcoming game, and also confirmed that the Holy Roman Empire and the Rus would be the final two playable civilizations at launch. There will also be campaigns based around the Rise of Moscow and the Mongol Empire.
Microsoft Flight Simulator Console Version Detailed, New 'Land Anywhere' Feature Announced
Microsoft Flight Simulator will arrive on Xbox X/S on July 27, and lead developer Jorg Neumann shared more details on this new console version, including that it will feature even more tutorials than the PC to help onboard new players.
Neumann also shared the new "Land Anywhere" feature that will let players... well... land anywhere! It should make exploring the world a lot more fun and a little less intimidating.
Hades Character and Lore Breakdown
Hades' creative director Greg Kasavin gave fans an inside and detailed look at the characters and lore of Hades, which will finally arrive on Xbox Series X/S on August 12, 2021.
Grounded: Shroom & Doom Update Detailed
Grounded's creative director Adam Brennecke and community manager Aarik Dorobiala shared new details on the Shroom & Doom update, including what new mechanics and creation options fans can look forward to. They also shared that Achievements are officially coming to Grounded after fan feedback.
Shredders Developers Help Showcase the Upcoming Snowboarding Game
Shredders developers Dirk Van Welden and Marcus Forsmoo share more about the open nature of the game, the gorgeous snowy mountains, and so much more.
Scarlet Nexus Developer Deep Dive Gameplay Walkthrough Revealed
Bandai Namco did a deep dive into the visuals, enemies, story, and gameplay of the upcoming Scarlet Nexus.
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