XBOX Gaming: The Hotness - October 2023

From the fuel-burning racetracks to faraway utopian worlds to realms of fantastical worlds to the edge of unknown galaxies, my gaming journey has been nothing short of exhilarating. Grab your controllers and join me on this whirlwind tour through my recent and upcoming digital adventures. So, without further ado, let's dive into the captivating games that XBOX Gamepass has laid out for us. 🎮🕹️🌌

Here's what lifeOfUz has been delving into on XBOX Gamepass:

1. Forza Motorsport

Genre: Racing
Developer: Turn10
Publisher: XBOX Game Studios
Release Date: October 10, 2023

Race on 20 globally renowned tracks with advanced AI, cutting-edge physics, tire and fuel management, and driver safety ratings using a diverse selection of over 500 cars. Acquire the Premium Edition or Premium Add-Ons Bundle to access the Car Pass, Race Day Car Pack, VIP perks, and the Welcome Pack.

2. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide

Genre: Action, Adventure, Indie
Developer: Fatshark
Publisher: Fatshark
Release Date: November 30, 2022

Reclaim the city of Tertium from ravenous enemies in this intense and unforgiving action shooter. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is the latest cooperative-focused adventure crafted by the acclaimed developers responsible for the Vermintide series. As Tertium crumbles, the Rejects shall emerge triumphant.

3. Starfield

Genre: Action RPG, Sci-Fi
Developer: Bethesda Game Studios
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
Release Date: September 6, 2023

Starfield marks Bethesda Game Studios' debut in creating a fresh universe in more than 25 years. This renowned team, responsible for the critically acclaimed titles The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4, invites you into a next-generation role-playing game set in the cosmos. Craft any character your imagination can conjure and navigate the vast expanse of space with unparalleled liberty as you undertake an epic quest to unravel the most profound enigma in human history.

We're still slogging away slowly at Starfield. We'll get there eventually!

4. Lies of P

Genre: Action RPG, Soulslike
Developer: Neowiz Games and Round8 Studio
Publisher: Neowiz Games
Release Date: September 19, 2023

Embark on a whimsical journey through the gears and shadows of "Lies of P." This upcoming enchanting RPG casts a spell, weaving the threads of Pinocchio's tale into a tapestry of eerie wonder. As the puppet protagonist, you'll dance through the unsettling city of Krat, where the boundary between humans and biomechanical beasts fades. With an arsenal of whimsical weaponry, including a chameleon-like mechanical arm, your choices will sprinkle stardust onto the story, conjuring different endings like branches of a magical tree. Prepare to pirouette through darkness, unveil secrets, and script Pinocchio's destiny in this fantastical, narrative-spun escapade.

Really enjoying this souls-like RPG!

5. Gotham Knights

Genre: Action, Adventure RPG
Developer: Warner Bros. Games
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
Release Date: October 21, 2022

Batman is no more. A vast criminal empire now reigns over the once-hallowed streets of Gotham City. The mantle of protection has been passed to the Batman Family, including Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood, and Robin. Their mission: safeguard Gotham, rekindle hope among its inhabitants, instill discipline within the police force, and strike fear into the hearts of criminals. As they grapple with solving enigmas entwined with the city's darkest history and face off against infamous villains in epic showdowns, Gotham Knights unfolds. This open-world, action RPG introduces the most dynamic and interactive rendition of Gotham City. Players can patrol the city's five distinctive boroughs either solo or in co-op mode, intervening in criminal activity wherever it rears its head.

6. The Lamplighters League

Genre: Adventure RPG, Strategy
Developer: Hairbrained Schemes
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Release Date: October 03, 2023

Embark on an adventure filled with cunning subterfuge, daring heists, and action-packed shootouts in The Lamplighters League! Traverse the globe, venturing through a diverse array of thrilling locations, and engage in tactical turn-based combat to outsmart your adversaries. With a bit of luck, you might just become the savior of the world.

The masterminds behind The Shadowrun Trilogy and BATTLETECH, Harebrained Schemes, present a fresh universe set in an alternative 1930s. Here, the Banished Court, a tyrannical cult with ambitions of global supremacy, teeters on the brink of achieving its dark goals. For eons, the only barrier between this malevolent cabal and their sinister ambitions has been the heroic scholars known as the Lamplighters League.

7. From Space

Genre: Action, Indie
Developer: Triangle Studios
Publisher: Curve Games
Release Date: November 03, 2022

Prepare for a thrilling solo or cooperative experience in From Space, an action-packed shooter tailored for squads of up to four players. Join forces with your friends to tackle the formidable task of freeing Earth from an alien infestation. Arm yourself with over-the-top weaponry and plunge into a post-apocalyptic world boasting captivating, stylized graphics. This apocalypse is unlike any other—it's incredibly fun and promises high-octane action!