Tag: Cloud Gaming

GFN Thursday: ‘Subnautica 2’ on GeForce NOW

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Dive masks on — Subnautica 2 is making a splash on GeForce NOW day-and-date with launch, so members can plunge into the title’s brand-new alien ocean from almost any device.

It leads 11 new games joining the cloud this week.

A limited-time HITMAN World of Assassination reward event brings signature tools of the trade — equal parts precision and unpredictability. At the same time Le Chiffre from CASINO ROYALE, played by the legendary actor Mads Mikkelsen, returns to HITMAN World of Assassination. Play for free through May 25 and earn a unique reward for 007 First Light.

Meanwhile, engines are already revving — the highly anticipated Forza Horizon 6 races onto the scene with early access, starting today for players who preordered the Premium Edition on Steam or purchased the Premium Upgrade Bundle for PC Game Pass. GeForce NOW members can jump in once early access becomes available on the service — no preinstalls or downloads needed. 

It all highlights what GeForce NOW does best: turning PC gaming collections into play-anywhere experiences across devices, with no install, updates or the latest hardware required.                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

Making Waves

Subnautica 2 on GeForce NOW
Explore the unknown with the cloud.

Jump into a shared-world ocean frontier in Subnautica 2 — where survival, exploration and creativity rise to the surface together. Every reef, trench and stormy horizon is crafted to be swum through, studied and slowly tamed as players chart their own course beneath alien waves.

Descend into a living seascape of dynamic ecosystems, mysterious ruins and creatures that range from curious to colossal. Take on story-driven missions, dive into resource-rich biomes and construct bases above and below the surface to turn hostile waters into a home. Whether playing solo or with a crew, the ocean stays vast and unpredictable.

On GeForce NOW, every current, glow and shadow streams with crisp detail and fluid performance straight from the cloud. Members can plunge into the depths in moments, skipping downloads and hardware upgrades. 

Keep It Classy

HITMAN World of assassination reward on GeForce NOW
Shaken, stirred and slightly unhinged.

Suit up, agent — things are getting a little explosive.

A new HITMAN World of Assassination reward event lands on GeForce NOW, giving members a stylish (and slightly unhinged) way to make an impression.

Each item leans into HITMAN’s signature tone — equal parts precision, chaos and dark humor. Here’s what’s waiting:

  • Free users: The Purple Streak Explosive Duck — a remote explosive disguised as an innocent rubber toy.
  • Performance members: The Purple Streak Explosive Duck and the Bomb Dynamite, a classic TNT bundle built for loud, messy exits.
  • Ultimate members: Full Ultimate Bundle — adds the Purple Streak Fiber Wire (a sleek, silent takedown tool) and the Purple Streak Swimwear Suit (a bold outfit that trades stealth for style) to the Purple Streak Explosive Duck and the Bomb Dynamite.

Starting today, all members get access to the rewards, which will remain available through Sunday, June 14, first come, first served. To claim, log in to a GeForce NOW account, head to the rewards section in the account portal and redeem. 

One mission, a handful of questionable tools and a clear message: Stealth is optional, style is not.

Splashy New Games

In addition, members can look for the following:

  • Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes (New release on Steam, May 11)
  • Outbound (New release on Steam, May 11)
  • Directive 8020 (New release on Steam, May 12)
  • Subnautica 2 (New release on Steam, Epic Games Store and Xbox, available on Game Pass, May 14)
  • Blades of Fire (New release on Steam, May 14)
  • Forza Horizon 6 (Early access on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, May 14)
  • Disco Elysium (Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure (Epic Games Store)
  • Planet Coaster 2 (Epic Games Store)
  • Sudden Strike 5 (Steam)
  • Super Battle Golf (Steam)

The Gaijin single sign-on feature is coming soon and is currently in development with Gaijin. Updates will be shared in a future GeForce NOW Thursday once the feature is live.

What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

 

 



GFN Thursday: ‘PRAGMATA’ on GeForce NOW

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Head straight for orbit with GeForce NOW — no space helmet required. 

PRAGMATA, Capcom’s long-awaited sci-fi action adventure, touches down on GeForce NOW the same day it launches worldwide. The futuristic journey through a cold lunar station in the near future can be streamed instantly from the cloud to almost any device, no console or heavy hardware needed.

That’s only the beginning. Five new titles join the cloud this week, expanding April’s gaming galaxy with fresh adventures and endless possibilities. 

Plus, the GeForce NOW Ultimate membership comes to gamers in India for the first time, with the service now available in beta and operated by NVIDIA.               

Time to see what’s landing on GeForce NOW.

A Mission Gone Wrong

PRAGMATA is Capcom’s newest sci-fi action adventure that blends heart, high-tech and a hauntingly quiet world set in the near future. Step into the boots of Hugh Williams, an investigator navigating a lunar research station gone silent and Diana, a young android. Armed with an arsenal of weapons and the ability to hack, every corridor and console becomes part of a cinematic experience filled with tense exploration and fast-paced action.

The story unfolds amid the cold vacuum of the moon after a massive quake hits the station researching Lunafilament — a material said to be able to create anything given enough data. Awake, injured and disoriented, Hugh crosses paths with Diana, the mysterious android girl known as a Pragmata. Now, they must work together as they face the rogue station on their way back to Earth.

PRAGMATA shines in stunning clarity with ray-traced lighting and NVIDIA DLSS 4 technology boosting frame rates and image quality. Stream it on launch day at full fidelity, even without the latest hardware — no need to wait on a large install or worry about hardware specs. Hugh and Diana’s lunar mystery is ready when the moment strikes.

Let’s Play Today

fortnite save the world on geforce now
Heroes in the cloud don’t have to wait for updates.

Fortnite: Save the World is now free and ready to stream instantly on GeForce NOW. The storm hits hard and the heroes hit harder — jump into a co-op adventure that mixes base-building, looting and all-out action against waves of Husks. Craft the ultimate fort, set sneaky traps and team up to protect what’s left of the world — no waiting for updates or patches, just pure fight-and-build mayhem. The storm’s closing in, but thanks to the cloud, the party’s jumping right into the action. “Save the World” isn’t available on mobile devices, including tablets.

In addition, members can look for the following:

  • REPLACED (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, April 14, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Windrose (New release on Steam, April 14, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss (New release on Steam, April 16, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • PRAGMATA (New release on Steam, April 16, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • PRAGMATA SKETCHBOOK – DEMO (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)

What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.



GFN Thursday: ‘Samson: A Tyndalston Story’

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A timeless story of grit, faith and rebellion takes center stage as Samson: A Tyndalston Story joins the GeForce NOW library today. 

The highly anticipated release from Liquid Swords can now be streamed on nearly any device with GeForce NOW bringing cinematic intensity and mythic storytelling to the cloud.

Catch it as part of four new games in the cloud this week.

Stream the Power

Samson on GeForce NOW
A new legend rises.

Tyndalston is a city built on debt, muscle and memory. Samson: A Tyndalston Story from Liquid Swords follows Samson, a former enforcer pulled back to the streets that made him. Violence is currency as every fight is personal, every hit carries history and every escape feels earned in a city that never forgives.

Gameplay blends cinematic melee action with choice-driven narrative progression. Every confrontation — from shadowed alley brawls to large-scale set pieces — feels purposeful, reflecting Samson’s internal struggle between vengeance and redemption. Brawls hit fast and close. Cars aren’t set pieces — they’re weapons. Momentum and terrain decide if the player walks away or falls harder. Every job, debt and decision cuts toward freedom or collapse.

The game takes full advantage of ray-traced global illumination, reflections and shadows, creating a city that feels cinematic and alive. NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 boosts performance, while NVIDIA Reflex technology cuts down latency to keep controls razor-sharp during split-second fights. With GeForce NOW, the experience streams instantly at maximum fidelity, even without the latest hardware. No waiting around for downloads or worrying about system specs, just dive straight into the grit and glow of Tyndalston.

Celebrate New Games

No arms, no problem.
No arms, no problem.

Celebrate three decades of Rayman with the definitive edition of the platforming classic in Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, featuring five versions from iconic consoles, over 120 additional levels and an exclusive documentary that explores the creation of the limbless hero. Stream it on GeForce NOW without having to wait around for downloads or updates. 

In addition, members can look for the following:

  • Samson (New release on Steam, April 8, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Morbid Metal (New release on Steam, April 8, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • DayZ (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, April 9) 
  • Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition (Steam and Ubisoft)

GeForce RTX 5080-ready game this week, in addition to Samson and Morbid Metal:

  • Starfield (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass)

What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.



GFN Thursday: ‘PRAGMATA’ and ‘Samson’ in April

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No joke — GFN Thursday is skipping the tricks and heading straight into the games. April kicks off with ten new titles, bringing fresh adventures to GeForce NOW, including the launch of Capcom’s highly anticipated PRAGMATA.

A dozen new games are available to stream this week, including Arknights: Endfield, which expands the acclaimed series into a full 3D real‑time strategy adventure. On GeForce NOW, every battle flows with precision and every mission looks sharper than ever.

So gear up, grab a controller or gaming device of choice, and get ready to stream — another month of great gaming is now underway.

Command the Frontier

Arknights Endfield on GeForce NOW
Reclaim the frontier using cloud technology.

Arknights: Endfield from Hypergryph expands the acclaimed Arknights universe into a full, 3D, real‑time strategy role-playing game. Blending tactical planning with sleek sci‑fi aesthetics, the title invites players into a world featuring terraformed settlements, advanced technology and looming threats beneath the planet’s surface.

Set on the perilous planet Talos‑II, Endfield follows a group of pioneers uncovering lost secrets and battling hostile factions. The game seamlessly merges base‑building, exploration and combat — with squads of operators coordinating in real time to overcome environmental hazards and powerful enemies. Every decision impacts survival, progress and the unfolding mystery of the world.

On GeForce NOW, Arknights: Endfield can be played at the highest settings from virtually any device, enabling crisp visuals and high performance without compromise. GeForce RTX rendering brings the game’s metallic skylines and glowing wastelands to life, while ultralow-latency streaming ensures every tactical command lands with precision. 

Spring Into April

MegaMan Star Force Legacy Collection
He’s back.

Capcom’s Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection includes seven games and additional features, including a gallery of illustrations and music. Eleven‑year‑old Geo Stelar is a grieving boy who isolates himself after the mysterious disappearance of his astronaut father. His life changes when he encounters an extraterrestrial being named Omega‑Xis, granting him the power to become Mega Man. The collection streams instantly with GeForce NOW, turning any device into a Star Force terminal ready to save the world once more.

Check out what else is available this week:

  • Hozy (New release on Steam, March 30)
  • Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together (New release on Steam, March 31)
  • Legacy of Kain: Ascendance (New release on Steam, March 31)
  • Subliminal (New release on Steam, March 31)
  • Super Meat Boy 3D (New release on Steam, March 31)
  • I Am Jesus Christ (New release on Steam, April 2)
  • ALL WILL FALL (New release on Steam, April 3, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Arknights: Endfield (Official Site)
  • Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection (Steam)
  • Nova Roma (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • RuneScape: Dragonwilds (Steam)
  • Way of the Hunter 2 (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)

And look forward to the games coming throughout the month:

  • Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors (New release on Steam, April 21)
  • Samson (New release on Steam, April 8)
  • Replaced (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, April 14)
  • Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss (New release on Steam, April 16)
  • PRAGMATA (New release on Steam, April 17)
  • Outbound (New release on Steam, April 23)
  • Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era (New release on Steam, April 30)
  • Bus Bound (New release on Steam, April 30)

More of March

In addition to the 15 games announced last month, a dozen more joined the GeForce NOW library:

  • 1348 Ex Voto (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • BATTLETECH (Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together (Steam)
  • Despot’s Game (Xbox, available on Microsoft)
  • Diablo II: Resurrected (Steam)
  • Hozy (Steam)
  • King’s Quest (Ubisoft)
  • Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Super Meat Boy 3D (Steam)
  • Warcraft I: Remastered (Ubisoft)
  • Warcraft II: Remastered (Ubisoft)
  • Way of the Hunter 2 (Steam)

What are you planning to play this weekend? Check out Crimson Desert on GeForce NOW in Anytime Anywhere Gaming’s YouTube review.

 

GFN Thursday: Five Games on GeForce NOW

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That gaming backlog won’t clear itself — GeForce NOW is here to help. Stream the latest titles straight from the cloud across a variety of devices.

This week, five new titles are ready to play instantly in the cloud gaming platform’s library. Screamer drifts onto the scene with retro‑racing attitude and pixel‑perfect speed. Plus, Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1, “Unraveled for Daybreak,” touches down.

Hit the Gas

Screamer on GeForce NOW
The ‘90s called — it wants the cloud.

Screamer from Milestone roars back onto the track as a blistering arcade racer that thrives on speed, precision and pure retro attitude.

Tight corners and neon‑soaked straights define a style built for thrill seekers who crave the rush of classic ‘90s racing action. The mix of sharp visuals, snappy handling and roaring engines creates an experience that’s equal parts vintage energy and modern muscle.

Running on GeForce NOW, Screamer puts pedal to the metal with ultralow latency and buttery‑smooth streaming. In the cloud, every race launches instantly, every drift hits with full force and every victory feels just a little louder.

Let’s Play Today

Honkai Star Rail 4.1 on GeForce NOW
All aboard the Astral Express.

Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1, “Unraveled for Daybreak,” is available now, bringing new adventures aboard the Astral Express. The crew touches down at Star Rail FEST, a grand interstellar celebration packed with new zones, characters and challenges. Detective Ashveil joins as a new five-star Lightning hunter, chasing conspiracies hidden behind the glitz of the Phantasmoon Games. Dive into the new Wispae War Saga, enjoy free Warps and explore fresh Divergent Universe content filled with rewards and events. Play the latest Honkai: Star Rail update instantly on GeForce NOW — no installs, just starlight and action.

Members can also look for the following:

  • Screamer (New release on Steam, March 26, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • King’s Quest (New release on Ubisoft, March 25)
  • BATTLETECH (Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • Despot’s Game (Xbox, available on Microsoft)
  • Diablo II: Resurrected (Steam)

What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.



GFN Thursday: 15 Games in March

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March is in full bloom, and that means a fresh wave of games heading to the cloud. 15 new titles are joining the GeForce NOW library this month.

Leading the March lineup is Pearl Abyss’ Crimson Desert, an open‑world action‑adventure set in a war‑torn fantasy land, alongside plenty of other games to explore. Whether looking to shake off the winter blues or jump into some bracket‑worthy gaming action, there’s something for everyone in the cloud.

March into the cloud and see what’s new — and keep an eye on GFN Thursdays all month for more updates. This week kicks off the month with eight new games.

March Gaming Madness

LORT on GeForce NOW
In LORT we trust.

LORT dials chaos up to 11 and snaps the knob clean off. Big Distraction’s off‑the‑rails adventure hurls players into a world where every corner hides a bad idea waiting to become a great story, powered by wild weapons, weirder characters and “Did that just happen?” moments. Catch every glorious disaster in full fidelity and play it on GeForce NOW, available this week.

Here’s are this week’s eight new additions:

  • Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, March 3, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered (New release on Steam, available March 3)
  • Esoteric Ebb (New release on Steam, available March 3)
  • The Legend of Khiimori (New release on Steam, available March 3, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Slay the Spire 2 (New release on Steam, available March 5)
  • Docked (New release on Steam, available March 5)
  • Death Stranding Director’s Cut (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • LORT (Steam)

And look forward to the games coming throughout the rest of the month:

  • John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando (New release on Steam, March 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Everwind (New release on Steam, March 17)
  • Crimson Desert (New release on Steam, March 19)
  • Screamer (New release on Steam, March 23)
  • Nova Roma (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, March 26)
  • Legacy of Kain: Ascendance (New release on Steam, March 31)
  • Subliminal (New release on Steam, March 31)

February in the Books

In addition to the 24 games announced last month, 18 more joined the GeForce NOW library:

  • Anno: Mutationem (Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • Blizzard Arcade Collection (Ubisoft Connect)
  • Capcom Beat ‘Em Up Bundle (Steam)
  • Capcom Fighting Collection (Steam)
  • Diablo (Ubisoft Connect)
  • Diablo + Hellfire Expansion  (Ubisoft Connect)
  • Diablo II: Resurrected (Ubisoft Connect)
  • Galactic Civilizations 3 (Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store)
  • KILLER INN (Steam)
  • Mega Man 11 (Steam)
  • MotoGP22 (Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store)
  • Spellcasters Chronicles (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • STALCRAFT: X (Epic Games Store)
  • Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection (Steam)
  • Torment: Tides of Numenera (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • TCG Card Shop Simulator (Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • Trine Enchanted Edition (Epic Games Store)
  • Trine 2: Complete Story (Epic Games Store)

What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below, then see what Blue Thunder Gaming thinks of GeForce NOW.

 



GFN Thursday: GeForce NOW Sixth Anniversary

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Break out the cake and green sprinkles — GeForce NOW is turning six.

Since launch, members have streamed over 1 billion hours, and the party’s just getting started.

Throughout February, members can look forward to new games, fresh ways to play across more devices and even more ways to bring RTX power to every screen in the house.

There’s plenty to celebrate: the February games list kicks off with 24 new games. Start with the 10 new games in the cloud this week, including the launch of Team Jade’s Delta Force and the newest title launching in the PUBG universe, PUBG: BLINDSPOT.

Reporting for Duty

Delta Force on GeForce NOW
The ultimate extraction.

Delta Force, now boots on the ground and fully deployed on GeForce NOW, brings the tactical first‑person shooter from Team Jade (TiMi Studio Group) to the cloud. The game features high-stakes extraction with an all-out warfare mode, giving players a playground of open environments, vehicles and gadgets to pull off coordinated assaults.

Players join elite units tasked with tackling high‑risk missions across sprawling maps, from tight urban incursions to rugged open‑terrain operations. Expect strategic objectives, combined‑arms combat with land, air and sea vehicles, and tense firefights where teamwork and planning are just as important as quick reflexes.

On GeForce NOW, Delta Force leans into its high‑octane personality: fast drops, big maps and cinematic engagements that look sharp and feel responsive across devices. Members can squad up from almost anywhere, enjoy high‑resolution streaming and smooth performance, and stay ready for every op without waiting on downloads or big updates before jumping into the next mission.

New Mission

PUBG Blindspot on GeForce NOW
Squad up.

PUBG: BLINDSPOT, a new spin-off set in the PUBG universe from Krafton, expands the franchise with a standalone 5v5 top-down tactical shooter.

Set across tightly designed maps, matches focus on information, positioning and coordinated team play, with squads clearing angles, locking down objectives and outmaneuvering opponents in fast, round-based firefights. Every callout and ability use matters, turning each round into a layered tactical puzzle rather than a simple test of reflexes.

On GeForce NOW, responsive streaming and sharp RTX-powered visuals keep every angle, rotation and clutch play feeling precise, even on lower-powered devices. With support across a wide range of screens, the cloud makes it easy for the gaming squad to jump right into the action, without lengthy downloads or updates getting in the way.

Feelin’ February

Kick off GeForce NOW’s anniversary month in style. Here’s what’s in store to start the celebration, with this week’s 10 new additions:

  • Indika (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, Feb. 3)
  • Menace (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Feb. 5, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • World of Warcraft: Burning Crusade Classic Anniversary Edition (New release on Battle.net, Feb. 5)
  • PUBG: BLINDSPOT (New release on Steam, Feb. 5, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Carmageddon: Rogue Shift (New release on Steam, Feb. 6, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Delta Force (Steam)
  • Fallout Shelter (Steam)
  • Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • Roadcraft (Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • Wildgate (Epic Games Store)

In addition to this week’s additions of Menace, PUBG: BLINDSPOT and Carmageddon: Rogue Shift, this game will also be GeForce RTX 5080-ready this week:

And look forward to the games coming throughout the rest of the month:

  • Disciples: Domination (New release on Steam, Feb. 12)
  • REANIMAL (New release on Steam, Feb. 13)
  • Kingdom Come Deliverance (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass Feb. 13)
  • Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass Feb. 17)
  • Norse: Oath of Blood (New release on Steam, Feb. 17)
  • Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown (New release on Steam, Feb. 18)
  • Styx: Blades of Greed (New release on Steam, Feb. 19)
  • Ys X: Proud Nordics (New release on Steam, Feb. 20)
  • Resident Evil: Requiem (New release on Steam, Feb. 26)
  • Arc Raiders (Xbox)
  • DEVOUR (Steam)
  • Torque Drift 2 (Steam)
  • Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power (Epic Games Store)
  • Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince (Epic Games Store)

January in the Books

In addition to the 14 games announced last month, 21 more joined the GeForce NOW library:

  • Ancient Farm (Steam)
  • The Bard’s Tale Trilogy (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • The Bard’s Tale IV: Director’s Cut (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass)
  • Blood West (Epic Games Store)
  • Bladesong (Steam)
  • Cairn (Steam)
  • The Gold River Project (Steam)
  • Half Sword (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon (Steam)
  • The Midnight Walkers (Steam)
  • Paradise Killer (Epic Games Store)
  • Prototype (Ubisoft Connect)
  • Prototype 2 (Ubisoft Connect)
  • Rustler (Epic Games Store)
  • Star Wars Outlaws (Ubisoft Connect, now available on Xbox Game Pass)
  • Styx: Shards of Darkness (Epic Games Store)
  • Styx: Master of Shadows (Epic Games Store)
  • Total War: Three Kingdoms (Epic Games Store)
  • Vampires: Bloodlord Rising (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Warhammer 40,000: SPACE MARINE 2 (Xbox, available on Game Pass, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Waterpark Simulator (Steam)

Nova Roma is now set to launch in March and will arrive in the cloud when it debuts. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for more details.

What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.



GFN Thursday: ‘Quarantine Zone: The Last Check’

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NVIDIA kicked off the year at CES, where the crowd buzzed about the latest gaming announcements — including the native GeForce NOW app for Linux and Amazon Fire TV sticks, community-requested flight-control support and a stacked AAA lineup for the year.

Check out what the creators of the YouTube channels Cloud Gaming Battle and Anytime Anywhere Gaming had to say in their latest videos exploring GeForce NOW at CES:

Plus, read what the community said about the upcoming native GeForce NOW app on Linux.

The energy continues this GFN Thursday with the launch of Quarantine Zone: The Last Check, Devolver Digital’s most haunting and atmospheric release yet.

Check it out along with other top Devolver Digital games on GeForce NOW and nine new games in the cloud this week.

And flight sim fans can soar even higher with a Thrustmaster giveaway, featuring the T.Flight Hotas One MSFS Edition and one month of a GeForce NOW Ultimate membership for free — follow Thrustmaster and GeForce NOW, and repost the giveaway post for a chance to win before Jan. 24.

Welcome to the Zone

Quarantine Zone: The Last Check on GeForce NOW
Trust no one, file everything.

Quarantine Zone: The Last Check drops into the cloud this week, bringing the eerie isolation and grim decision-making of its Steam debut to any device powered by GeForce NOW.

Armed with advanced screening tools and instincts, players are put in charge of a critical checkpoint during a zombie outbreak — where one wrong choice could let the infection slip past the post. Screen survivors, manage scarce resources and hold back the undead. Holding the line is only the beginning — reinforce defenses and keep the camp alive as chaos intensifies with each passing day.

Quarantine Zone: The Last Check streams at full GeForce RTX 5080 power for GeForce NOW Ultimate members, bringing razor-sharp visuals and ultrasmooth performance to every tense border crossing. Every document check, difficult decision and late-night shift in the guard booth hits harder with maxed-out settings and buttery frame rates, all without long installs or hardware worries getting in the way of the paranoia.

No trip through the Devolver catalog would be complete without revisiting its eclectic, chaotic hits already streaming on GeForce NOW. Check out Cult of the Lamb, Ball x Pit, Hotline Miami, Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number, Inscryption and Enter the Gungeon — where every dodge roll matters and every chest hides mayhem.

Each of these titles showcases Devolver’s knack for daring design and unforgettable worlds — now all one click away through GeForce NOW.

Time to Play

Styx: Shards of Darkness
Sink into the shadows and steal everything that isn’t nailed down.

Styx: Shards of Darkness sneaks back in with a signature goblin grin and a dagger never too far from trouble. Published by Focus Home Interactive, this stealth adventure leans into vertical level design, tight shadows and sarcastic commentary from gaming’s most lovable little assassin. Expect big, open environments to pick apart, a toolkit full of invisibility tricks, traps and clones, and plenty of chances to turn a quiet infiltration into chaotic improv when plans go sideways.

In addition, members can look for the following:

  • Quarantine Zone: The Last Check (New release on Steam, Jan. 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready)
  • Star Wars Outlaws (Ubisoft Connect, now available on Xbox Game Pass)
  • The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon (New release on Steam, Jan. 15)
  • Styx: Shards of Darkness (New release on Epic Games Store, free on Jan. 15)
  • Styx: Master of Shadows (New release on Epic Games Store, free on Jan. 15)
  • Guild Wars: Reforged (Steam)
  • Mon Bazou (Steam)
  • Tavern Keeper (Steam)
  • Waterpark Simulator (Steam)

For Game Pass titles on Ubisoft Connect, reference this article on how to log in.

What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.



Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Star Wars Outlaws, Resident Evil Village, and More

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Welcome to the new year, friends! Happy to be back with more games and more fun. Let’s get to it!

Available Today

Brews & Bastards (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S)
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

Brews & Bastards is an intoxicating, twin-stick shooter, overflowing with action-packed combat, potent brews and outlandish bosses. Select from a group of inebriated heroes and descend, drink, and destroy your way through hordes of drunken demons in search of the stolen Brew Stone.

Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition (Cloud, Handheld, PC, and Xbox Series X|S)
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

Rediscover the dark whimsical tale of Little Nightmares, now enhanced in stunning 4K and 60 FPS. Play as Six, a lone child trapped in The Maw, a massive vessel inhabited by monstrous, distorted versions of adults. Sneak, hide, and survive in a world where your childhood fears come to life.

Coming Soon

Atomfall (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC) – January 7
Now with Game Pass Premium

A survival-action game inspired by real-life events, Atomfall is set five years after the Windscale nuclear disaster in Northern England. Explore the fictional quarantine zone, scavenge, craft, barter, fight and talk your way through a British countryside setting filled with bizarre characters, mysticism, cults, and rogue government agencies.

Lost in Random: The Eternal Die (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – January 7
Now with Game Pass Premium

Lost in Random: The Eternal Die blends dynamic real-time action, tactical combat, and risk-reward dice mechanics for thrilling second-to-second battles. Unravel an original stand-alone story as Queen Aleksandra, the once great ruler of Random on a mission for vengeance and redemption.

Rematch (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – January 7
Now with Game Pass Premium

Step onto the pitch in Rematch, a third-person, team-based football game where every pass, volley, and tackle matters. Designed for 5v5 online play, Rematch puts you in full control of one athlete, with no offsides, no fouls, and no downtime. Pass smart, play with purpose, and win together.

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – January 7
Now with Game Pass Premium

Step into the armor of a relentless Space Marine and use a combination of lethal weaponry to crush overwhelming Ork forces. Immerse yourself in an intense and brutally violent world based on the richest science fantasy ever created. Enhanced for a new generation, this edition brings quality of life and graphical improvements.

Final Fantasy – (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – January 8
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

“Earth, fire, water, wind… The light that once shone within the four Crystals was lost. Become the Warriors of Light, restore power to the Crystals and save the world.” A remodeled 2D take on the first game in the world-renowned Final Fantasy series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics. All the magic of the original, with improved ease of play.

Star Wars Outlaws Key Art

Star Wars Outlaws (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – January 13
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars game, set between the events of “The Empire Strikes Back” and “Return of the Jedi.” Explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as scoundrel Kay Vess, seeking freedom and the means to start a new life, along with her companion Nix. Fight, steal, and outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted. If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.

My Little Pony: A Zephyr Heights Mystery (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC) – January 15
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

Take the magic of friendship to new heights in a mystery adventure for one or two ponies. Playing as Sunny, Hitch, Izzy, Pipp, Zipp, or Misty, use your special abilities to stop the unstable magic that’s sending Zephyr Heights out of control! And have tons of fun with hilarious minigames and countless pony customizations. 

Resident Evil Village Key Art

Resident Evil Village (Cloud, Console, and PC) – January 20
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

Resident Evil Village is the eighth main entry in the Resident Evil series. Set years after Resident Evil 7 biohazard, players follow Ethan Winters into a haunting European village, fighting for survival against brutal enemies as danger and mystery lurk around every corner.

MIO: Memories in Orbit (Cloud, Handheld, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – January 20
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Available on day one with Game Pass! A hand-crafted metroidvania set within a vast, decaying world reclaimed by nature and robots. Play as Mio, a nimble android exploring labyrinthine environments, battling rogue machines, and uncovering lost memories in a richly atmospheric adventure filled with secrets and danger.

Leaving January 15

The following games are leaving the Game Pass library soon. Jump back in to tie up any loose ends, or save up to 20% off your purchase to keep the fun going!

  • Flintlock The Siege of Dawn (Cloud, Handheld, PC, and Xbox Series X|S)
  • Neon White (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
  • Road 96 (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
  • The Ascent (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
  • The Grinch Christmas Adventures (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)

I hope your last year treated you well with lots of high scores, achievements unlocked, and GGs. We’ll be back soon with even more games so keep it tuned here, or with us on social for Xbox and Xbox Game Pass. Talk soon!

Note: Games with a ‘Handheld’ designation represent those that are optimized for handheld play.



Coming to Game Pass: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Towerborne, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, and More

Posted on by faz_business


If you’ve ever wondered what the Venn diagram of Bikini Bottom, Los Santos, mysterious archipelagos, and a few other locations looks like – the center is “Places You Can Visit Soon with Game Pass” (not many people have wondered that before now, but at least I could give you that answer!). We have updates on games, benefits, Perks, and some launches you might have caught in some previous Xbox Showcases. Let’s get to it!

Available Today

Grand Theft Auto V (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

Grand Theft Auto V returns to Game Pass today. Experience entertainment blockbusters Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online with Xbox Game Pass on console, Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) , or the newly enhanced version on PC with Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass.

Coming Soon

Neon White (Console) – April 16
Now with Game Pass Standard

A lightning-fast first-person action game about exterminating demons in Heaven. You are White, an assassin handpicked from Hell to compete with other demon slayers for a chance to live permanently in Heaven. The other assassins seem familiar, though… did you know them in a past life?

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Patrick Star Game (Cloud, Console, and PC) – April 16
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

Patrick fans, your time has come – and Bikini Bottom is your open-world playground! So become the star of the show, put your silliest ideas into action, and enjoy the physics-based chaos that unfolds all around you.

Crime Scene Cleaner (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – April 17
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Once you get tangled with the mob, there’s no going back. At least the salary is good and all you have to do is clean up after their dirty work. So clean crime scenes, earn as much money as you can, and remember that your daughter’s fate lies in your hands.

Tempopo (Cloud, Console, and PC) – April 17
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Available on day one! When Hana’s Garden of musical flowers are scattered across the sky, she asks the Tempopo for help returning them. Chaotic and uncoordinated by nature, the Tempopo needs Hana’s conducting skills to keep on beat and solve each island’s puzzle. Populate your melodic garden with rescued flowers to enjoy musical performances!

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – April 24
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Available on day one! Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a ground-breaking turn-based RPG with unique real-time mechanics, making battles more immersive and addictive than ever. Explore a fantasy world inspired by Belle Époque France in which you battle devastating enemies.

Towerborne (Game Preview) (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – April 29
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

The Belfry stands as a beacon of hope and safety amongst the ruins of humanity and the City of Numbers, with monsters lurking right outside the tower’s walls. You are an Ace, born anew from the spirit realm with the skills, grit, and determination to protect the people of the Belfry. With spirit companions fighting by your side, you are destined for battle.

Far Cry 4 (Cloud, Console, and PC) – April 30
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

As Ajay Ghale, travel to Kyrat to fulfill a promise and dive into in a civil war to overthrow the oppressive regime of dictator Pagan Min. Explore and navigate this vast open world, where danger and unpredictability lurk around every corner.

Anno 1800 (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – May 1
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

Welcome to the dawn of the Industrial Age in this city-building real-time strategy game. Experience one of the most exciting and fast-changing periods of all time as you discover new technologies, regions, and societies, implement your own strategy, and build a new world to your design.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II (Cloud, Console, and PC) – May 1
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II drops players into an unprecedented global conflict that features the iconic Operators of Task Force 141. Experience a globe-trotting single-player campaign, immersive multiplayer combat, and an evolved Special Ops game mode featuring tactical co-op gameplay.

Dredge (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – May 6
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

Dredge is a single-player fishing adventure with a sinister undercurrent. Sell your catch, upgrade your boat, and dredge the depths for long-buried secrets. Explore a mysterious archipelago and discover why some things are best left forgotten.

In Case You Missed It

EA Sports NHL 25 (Cloud and Xbox Series X|S) – Available now
Game Pass Ultimate

Control every inch of the ice in EA Sports NHL 25, now on The Play List. Game Pass Ultimate members can fire off game-changing goals with unlimited access via EA Play or Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) on the Xbox app with Windows PC. Plus, they can score a Supercharge Bundle, available for a limited time from April 10 to May 9.

DLC / Game Updates

Forza Horizon 5: Horizon Realms – April 25
The new Stadium Track premiers in Horizon Realms, along with a collection of 11 previous Evolving World locations.  Explore every Realm with a group of friends or on your own in both Free Mode and Skill Mode to earn new Accolades, Achievements, Badges, and unlock four new reward cars.

In-Game Benefits

For Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members, there are more benefits for select free-to-play games. Get in-game benefits like cosmetics, characters, in-game currency, and more with seasonal content drops.

Call of Duty: Warzone – Game Pass Pack 1 – Available now

Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members get a free in-game bundle for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6  and Call of Duty: Warzone. This pack comes with 2x Operator Skins, 3x Weapon Blueprints, 2x Emotes, 2x Stickers, Weapon Charm, Weapon Reticle, Emblem, Background, 1-hour 2XP Token, and 1-hour 2WXP Token.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks
Check the Game Pass section on your console, Xbox mobile app, or Xbox app on Windows PC to find new April in-game content, consumables, and offers included with your Game Pass Ultimate membership. Perks vary by region, platform, and over time.

Naraka: Bladepoint – Ignis Bundle – Available now

Claim Xbox headgear, new season treasures, a legendary skin trial bundle, and more in the new Perks bundle.

Stumble Guys: Inside Out Bundle – Available now
Unlock the Inside Out Legendary Stumbler, Fools Guy Emote, 250 Gems, and 50 Stumble Tokens now!

Leaving April 30

The following games are leaving the Game Pass library soon. Be sure to jump back in before they go and remember to use your 20% membership discount to save on your purchase if you want to keep them.

  • Have a Nice Death (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Kona II Brume (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Sniper Elite 5 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • The Last Case of Benedict Fox (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Thirsty Suitors (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • The Rewinder (Cloud, Console, and PC)

We’re adding more games over time to the ‘Stream your own game’ collection for Game Pass Ultimate members. Go to Xbox.com/Play to see the list of available cloud playable games to stream on supported devices if you own them. 

Don’t forget to block your calendar for the next Xbox Games Showcase on June 8! We’ll be there with more games – but in the meantime you can follow us on social for Game Pass, PC Game Pass, and Xbox news. Talk soon!