Major Nelson has published a new holiday episode of the ongoing This Week on Xbox series showcasing all the features on your new Xbox One, including My Games and Apps, capturing gameplay to share, and more. This episode also provides a quick look at the news from the week over the holiday season, ensuring that Xbox enthusiasts are up-to-date with the latest developments and features.
If you are a subscriber of the Microsoft Xbox Gold service, you will also be able to enjoy access to four new free Xbox games during January 2019. This month’s games include two on Xbox One and two on Xbox 360, with backward compatibility allowing Xbox One gamers to also enjoy the Xbox 360 titles. This is a fantastic opportunity for gamers to expand their library without any additional cost, making the Xbox Gold subscription even more valuable.
Free Games for Xbox One
On Xbox One, Xbox Live Gold members can download Celeste, normally priced at $20, for free during the month of January. Celeste is a critically acclaimed platformer that has won numerous awards for its engaging gameplay and heartfelt story. Players control a young woman named Madeline as she makes her way up a mountain, facing various challenges and uncovering secrets along the way. The game is known for its tight controls and beautiful pixel art, making it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Additionally, WRC 6 FIA World Rally Championship, normally priced at $50, will be available as a free download from January 16th to February 15th. This game offers a realistic rally racing experience, featuring official cars, drivers, and tracks from the 2016 FIA World Rally Championship. With its challenging courses and dynamic weather conditions, WRC 6 provides an immersive racing experience that will keep players on the edge of their seats.
Free Games for Xbox 360
While on the Xbox 360, starting January 1st, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, normally priced at $15, will be free for Xbox Live Gold members through January 15th. This action-adventure game features Lara Croft in a cooperative gameplay setting, where players can team up to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. The game combines traditional platforming elements with strategic combat, offering a unique experience for fans of the Tomb Raider series.
Then on January 16th, Xbox Live Gold Members can download Far Cry 2, normally priced at $20, for free through January 31st. Far Cry 2 is a first-person shooter set in a fictional African country torn apart by civil war. Players take on the role of a mercenary tasked with hunting down an arms dealer known as The Jackal. The game is known for its open-world gameplay, realistic fire mechanics, and dynamic weather system, providing a deeply immersive experience.
These free games offer a diverse range of genres and experiences, ensuring that there is something for every type of gamer. Whether you enjoy platformers, racing games, action-adventure titles, or first-person shooters, the Xbox Live Gold free games for January 2019 have you covered. Make sure to download these titles within their respective availability periods to take full advantage of this offer.
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