Get an Xbox Series X|S + Services... starting at $26.99/month!

Well hello there, folks! Sophi here, your friendly neighborhood aspiring writer and part time controller wielder. I've got the low-down on Xbox's All Access program that's got gamers buzzing like my Lola after too much kape!

Microsoft wants to ensure that the money is coming in as they pump those new games out, so Xbox consoles are being presented on a nifty monthly payment plan. Talk about leveling up accessibility, am I right?

But wait, there's more! With All Access, you're not just getting a shiny new console. Oh no, it's a full gaming feast! Xbox Game Pass, remote play on phone/tablets, EA Play, and Xbox Live Gold for online play. Love it, just don't ask me why we still have to pay for Xbox Live and Game Pass separately.

Now, let's talk pera. For the budget ballers, the Xbox Series S will run you $26.99 per month over 24 months with that sweet, sweet 0% APR. Not too shabby for 1440p gaming, a 512GB SSD, and a 4 teraflop processor that'll give you a smooth gaming experience compared to an outdated rig. This brings the total to $647.76.

But for those who want the best Xbox currently has to offer, the Xbox Series X is where it's at! $36.99 monthly and you're living that 4K dream with 12 teraflops of power, 1TB of storage, and all the visual candy your eyes can handle. Just don't forget some kickin' speakers to really immerse yourself in Dolby's glorious sound. This brings the total to $887.76.

I have to put this in here... if you don't have a 4K TV and don't plan to get one for quite sometime, consider what this bump up will truly mean... when it comes to the visual quality. You will still get sharper and detailed images, better color and contrast if your TV supports HDR + and a higher bitrate, but... don't expect true 4K on your TV. -  Blu 

Here's a catch to this deal - the warranty length is kind of bogus. One year for the console and 90 days for the controller. After that, you're stuck paying whether your Xbox is working or not. Come on Microsoft, could you at least give us an extended warranty option for the second year?

Speaking of paying, let's be real - this is still a loan we're taking on here. 0% APR is a total win, just make sure to pay on time, every time! If you feel as if you can just barely make the payments, leave this deal alone and save. If there were any interest at all for Xbox All Access, that would make this a hard pass from me. Debt for gaming just ain't worth it unless you can pay consistently which helps with credit building. By the way, you're saving money when you consider the individual costs.

At the end of the day, Xbox All Access opens some awesome doors for gamers on a budget. Just be smart about it and don't get burned by the bill!

Xbox All Access plans are available below (click for more at your favorite store):

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My thoughts on... Gungrave G.O.R.E + First 30 Gameplay!

Gungrave G.O.R.E is available on... PC & Console!

Gungrave G.O.R.E Description

Gungrave G.O.R.E is a stylish third-person action shooter by South-Korean Studio IGGYMOB in which you take on the role of Grave, a gunslinger of resurrection and badass anti-hero of your dreams, mowing down tons of enemies in a gory ballet of bullets. G.O.R.E As the titular Gunslinger of Resurrection, you become the badass anti-hero of your dreams, an ultimate killing machine, brutalizing your foes without mercy. Taking cover and retreating is not an option for Grave, he only ever goes full steam ahead, preferably right through his enemies. Style on your foes with gun-tastic stylish combat Stylish third-person shooting meets close-range martial arts, creating seamlessly flowing action as you crush your enemies in a gory ballet of bullets. Utilize your unlimited ammo Cerberus pistols and your transformable EVO-coffin to unleash devastating combos in pursuit of maximum damage and style. Let there be Vengeance Strap in for a wild ride, an epic & emotional story of vengeance, love, and loyalty, with more than 12 hours of gameplay in the story mode, for Gungrave fans and newcomers alike. Enjoy the Scenery Go on an epic adventure across South-East Asia, based on real-life locations with a dark, futuristic twist.

Now for my thoughts

I haven't played Gungrave in... decades, so it was awesome to see this game announced. That said, check out the gameplay below and I'll give my thoughts after.

Now that you've checked out the gameplay, I have to say that they could've made it feel a bit more modern as far as gameplay is concerned. Yes, you can unlock moves and all that good stuff, but this game is chockful of repetition that different moves won't exactly make a difference for. The character is also stiff, possibly stiffer than in the past... but I shrugged it off (but I may be mixing that game up with Rising Zan: The Samurai Gunman).

In terms of Gungrave G.O.R.E, this game could have been a lot better. Nothing wrong with some linear areas, especially in terms of some city areas, but (jeez)... there could've been more of an open environment where you ultimately make your way to target locations. Every game doesn't have to be open-world, but this is waaaaayyyyy too linear and doesn't flow as quickly as it could to fit the more arcade feel that they may have been after here. It should be looser to dial up the arcade fun but to be fair... I haven't checked out all the upgrades in order to know what's fully possible.

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First 30: Nobody Saves The World

 

Nobody Saves The World

Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST, a DRAGON, and MORE in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Complete quests to discover and swap between 15+ varied and distinct Forms. Mix and match abilities in unexpected ways to unlock and complete even MORE challenging quests. Explore a vast overworld - on your own or with a friend online - while clearing shape-shifting dungeons in an effort to stop The Calamity and SAVE THE WORLD!

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Welcome Back To The World Of Assassination In... HITMAN 3!

It's safe to say that HITMAN 3 is the first AAA title of 2021. 

We're here... at the dramatic conclusion to the World of Assassinations trilogy. Players/Agents will dive back in on a globetrotting, heart-pounding adventure that is sure to send me back to the drawing board again and again... to figure out how best to approach my missions. This time around Agent 47 will be dealing with the most important contracts of his entire career... according to the team at IOI.

Needless to say that I look forward to jumping back in with Diana Burnwood in my ear while joining forces with 47's long-lost friend Lucas Grey. I haven't even played yet, and I'm already suspicious of the guy... because you just never know what the twist maybe. 

Anyway, the ultimate mission is to eliminate the partners of Providence while adapting to situations as the hunt turns up. Apparently, something is going to happen that will change everything. If you want to find out, grab the game on PS5, PS4, XBSX, XB1, or PC!

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