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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is the Xbox server down right now?
Image via Xbox. Xbox has recently faced some serious server outages today. Although the situation has been handled by the company pretty well, but major Xbox services were heavily affected. This is the first major server blackout after more than a year, when the whole Xbox Live feature became inaccessible. The proper reason for this server outage hasn't yet been revealed by Xbox yet, but it's good to see that the servers have become live very soon after the outbreaks. Let's explore in detail about this major issue in the Xbox camp. Xbox servers came across with severe outages today Today, on August 14, 2025, many Xbox users have reported that the servers of this popular console had been going through major outages. The majority of the console features which were affected by this outage was associated with Party Management, viewing and sending messages to friends, sending and receiving game invites, and others. The server blackouts even went beyond current gen consoles, affecting the likes of Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Xbox on PC. However, the official Twitter handle of Xbox Support quickly looked into the situation and assured that the engineers were about to fix those issues, and eventually they did fix the server outage issues very soon. The good thing was, playing or streaming multiplayer matches via Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Store purchases were unaffected, so the whole gameplay experience wasn't disrupted at all. Still, many fans were disgusted as today the second weekend of Battlefield 6 open beta kicked off . So, major Party Management problems obviously created nuisance in communication while playing that game. However, as the issue is now fixed, fans can play BF6 open beta now without any hassle until August 17. Despite imposing a quick fix, Xbox didn't go in detail about the specific reason behind this server outage. But it's believed that whatever may be the reason, is nothing huge to worry about as it was not any kind of security breach or data leak. Read More: Xbox Game Pass adds Assassin's Creed Mirage and seven other titles in first half of August Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Free PS5 and Xbox game upgrades handed out to millions of players – where to find your freebie on both consoles
GIFT BOX Free PS5 and Xbox game upgrades handed out to millions of players – where to find your freebie on both consoles Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MILLIONS of PS5 and Xbox players are being offered an upgrade to two popular games for free today. The updated versions of the games arrive on consoles on August 12. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 From today, Senua's Saga: Hellblade ll Enhanced will be available on PS5 Upgrades are available for Senua's Saga: Hellblade ll Enhanced and Hellblade Senua's Sacrifice. The former is currently available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Game Pass and Steam. But from today, the game will also be available on PS5. Gamers who already own the PS4 release of Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, can also upgrade to the PS5 version for free from today. More details on the upgrade to Senua's Saga: Hellblade ll Enhanced can be found on Microsoft's website at this link. Additions to graphics The updated version of Senua's Saga: Hellblade ll includes additions to the graphics and gameplay. It also includes an enhanced Photo Mode and developer commentary. In a statement posted on its website, Microsoft stated: "We're happy to announce that Senua's Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced will arrive on August 12 as a free update for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Steam." Get an inside look at the new PS5 30th anniversary edition The company stated the PS5 version will be released the same day with players able to purchase the standard edition for $49.99 (£37.00). "We are also offering a Deluxe Edition at $69.99 [£52] which, as well as the base game, includes Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice optimized for PlayStation 5," said a spokesperson. Upgrades to Senua's Saga: Hellblade II include an enhanced toolset within Photo Mode. This comes with improvements across several settings. Video capture There is also a new "Motion" tab for custom cinematic video capture. "We can't wait to see what you create with these new tools at your disposal," added the spokesperson. The free upgrades will be welcome news to gamers beware who have been bombarded with news of titles shutting down in one way or another this year. If you're the proud owner of an Xbox, PlayStation or gaming PC, you might be cut off some iconic games in 2025, including popular game Skyforge.
