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Tokyo Game Show 2021 is now officially underway until October 3, and once again Microsoft is taking part to promote the Xbox brand and Game Pass service to Japanese players at TGS 2021. Interestingly, despite most publishers now providing English-translated streams for this year’s TGS, Xbox decided to not do the same. It’s not surprising since, one, half the show is already spoken in English, and two, the company rarely brings their biggest gun to TGS in the first place.
Still, there are interesting announcements for Xbox fans out there especially if you’re subscribed to the Game Pass service. Here are all the announcements showed at the Xbox TGS 2021 showcase.
New Titles Coming to Xbox Game Pass and Upcoming Line-Up Teaser at TGS 2021
All Xbox Game Pass subscribers will be able to get their hands on a number of both Japanese and Western games:
- Scarlet Nexus, launching with the 1.04 update as well. Bandai Namco also showcases the first DLC pack that adds new Bonding Episodes, Crush Vision, and several new outfits which you can unlock by completing Challenges. Launches on Game Pass today.
- AI: The Somnus Files, a futuristic mystery adventure game with multiple endings from Spike Chunsoft and written by Kotaro Uchikoshi of Zero Escape fame. Launches on Game Pass today.
- Comedic shoot-em-up Mighty Goose from developer Blastmode and MP2 Games comes to Game Pass today.
- Left 4 Dead spiritual successor Back 4 Blood will be coming to Xbox Game Pass on October 12.
- The Good Life, another mystery adventure game. But this time, you play as a journalist who travels to a small English countryside. Directed by Hidetaka “SWERY” Suehiro (Deadly Premonition), this title will be released on October 15 for PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One, and of course Game Pass.
In the TGS 2021 stream, the Game Pass banner was also using Octopath Traveler, Yakuza 7: Like a Dragon, NieR: Automata, Dragon Quest 11, and Katamari Damacy visuals. It could be a tease for a future line-up. And starting tomorrow, Xbox Cloud Gaming launches in Japan, Australia, Brazil, and Mexico as well.
Forza Horizon 5 PC Specs Revealed
Even though Japanese gamers aren’t known as PC fans, Xbox used its TGS 2021 stream to reveal the hardware specification for its upcoming racing game Forza Horizon 5. Here are the three tiers of the PC specs.
Minimum:
OS | Windows 10 Nov. 2019 Update (1909) |
CPU | Ryzen 3 1200, Intel i5-4460 |
GPU | Radeon RX 470, Nvidia GTX 970 |
VRAM | 4GB |
RAM | 8GB |
HDD | 110GB |
Recommended:
OS | Windows 10 Nov. 2019 Update (1909) |
CPU | Ryzen 5 1500X, Intel i5-8400 |
GPU | Radeon RX 590, Nvidia GTX 1070 |
VRAM | 8GB |
RAM | 16GB |
HDD | 110GB |
Ideal:
OS | Windows 10 Nov. 2019 Update (1909) |
CPU | Ryzen 7 3800XT, Intel i7-10700K |
GPU | Radeon RX 6800 XT, Nvidia RTX 3080 |
VRAM | 16GB |
RAM | 16GB |
HDD | 110GB |
Solve the Half Body Mystery in AI: The Somnus Files – nirvanA Initiative
The sequel to AI: The Somnus Files. Six years ago, the right half of a corpse was discovered under mysterious circumstances. Now, with the left half finally found “fresh” without any signs of decay, the newly-appointed Special Agent Mizuki and her AI partner Aiba are tasked to solve these bizarre killings. Coming in Spring 2022 for Xbox Series X and Xbox One as well as Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Steam.
Go On An Adventure in RPG Time! The Legend of Wright
RPG Time: The Legend of Wright is a cute hand-drawn RPG game from indie developer DeskWorks! and publisher Aniplex. In this game, you play as a student who aspires to become a game developer and currently living his fantasy by working on his very own paper-and-pen RPG in the empty classroom. It will be released this winter for Xbox Series, Xbox One, PC, iOS, and Android.
Look for a New Home Sweet Home in The Indie Platformer Lapin
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Five abandoned pet rabbits; Liebe, Daejang, Bianca, Jose, and Montblanc; who live in the underground of parks, have to leave their beloved burrow due to the park construction. Break through obstacles and navigate the maps in this fast-paced platformer to help the rabbits finding a new place to live. Coming Q3 2022 for Xbox platforms and PC via Steam made by South Korean indie developer studio doodal.
Survive Against the Undeads in Unsouled
In this Korean indie fast-paced 2D action RPG game, you take on the role of the Fallen Prince where you have to survive against an army of the undead and discover what misfortune has befallen upon his land. Developer Me Gusta Game and publisher NEOWIZ are planning to release the PC version in Q1 2022 with Switch, Xbox One, and PS4 versions to follow.
Eternal Return, An Anime-Styled Battle Royale With MOBA Mix
Eternal Return, the battle royale game that combines survival, crafting, and MOBA gameplay, is coming to the Windows Store on October 19 along with special perks for Game Pass subscribers. Take on the deadly Lumia Island as one of 18 unique and diverse anime characters, either solo or with a team, and prove your strength, ability, and wit as the only survivor.
Uncover Backstories of Legends in Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising
Featuring town-building mechanics and side-scrolling combat, Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising is a spin-off to the spiritual successor of the acclaimed Suikoden RPG series, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. Taking place in the same universe, it will reveal important back-stories for several characters and developer Natsume Atari is also planning to add some small bonuses for players who link both game’s save files. Coming to Xbox platforms and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store sometime in 2022.
Bring Along Your Friends and Jump into Re:Legend This November
Tokyo Game Show 2021 reveals that multiplayer simulation RPG Re:Legend is coming to Xbox One in November 2021. Build, craft, fish, and farm with real-life friends or with your favorite Magnus by your side in the fantastic land of Ethia.
Ghostrunner Hacks-and-Slashes Onto Xbox Series X Today
Originally launched back in October 2020, Ghostrunner‘s next-gen update lands on both Xbox Series X and PS5 today. The upgrade is free for players who already own the game on Xbox One or PS4.
K’ Brings the Heat to King of Fighters XV
Pronounced as “Kay Dash”, this Kyo Kusanagi clone debuted in The King of Fighters ’99 and the reluctant hero of the NESTS Saga once again ready to prove his “The Best K” title on the ring of King of Fighters. The game will be released on February 17, 2022, for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC with around 32 characters.
And that’s all for the important recap of the Xbox TGS 2021 stream. Stay tuned at The Nerd Stash for more Tokyo Game Show 2021 updates.