Pure Xbox

Pure Xbox is a comprehensive source for all things related to Microsoft's Xbox gaming consoles. Established in 2001, the site provides up-to-date news, previews, reviews, and features written by experienced gaming journalists. While independent from Microsoft, Pure Xbox offers unbiased reporting on Xbox-related topics. The site occasionally contains contradictions and deceptive practices but is generally easy to read and informative.

86%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

95%

Examples:

  • The site shows a slight bias towards the concerns of the fighting game community.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • The site is completely independent from Microsoft, ensuring honest, unbiased opinions.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • There are contradictions in the dates for adding games to Xbox Game Pass and in the description of Humanity's gameplay and exclusivity.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • There are some deceptive practices found in the articles regarding EA Play integration and the white digital Xbox Series X console launch.

Recent Articles

  • New Xbox Game Pass Additions: Neon White, Tchia, and More - July 2024

    New Xbox Game Pass Additions: Neon White, Tchia, and More - July 2024

    Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024 Xbox Game Pass adds Neon White and Tchia: a first-person assassin game and an open-world physics-driven adventure, respectively. Both receive praise for their immersive storylines and graphics. Cricket 24 debuts as the most realistic cricket video game, while The Case of the Golden Idol offers detective mysteries in an 18th century setting.
  • Summer Game Fest 2024: Intriguing Games Previewed - First Look at Exciting Announcements from Geoff Keighley's Event

    Summer Game Fest 2024: Intriguing Games Previewed - First Look at Exciting Announcements from Geoff Keighley's Event

    Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024 Summer Game Fest 2024 unveiled captivating gaming announcements and previews, with Geoff Keighley hosting. This article highlights intriguing games such as...
  • The Plucky Squire: Three Previews Reveal Delightful Gameplay and Captivating Storyline

    The Plucky Squire: Three Previews Reveal Delightful Gameplay and Captivating Storyline

    Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024 The Plucky Squire, an upcoming adventure game from Devolver Digital, has garnered positive early reviews for its unique perspective-shifting gameplay and captivating storyline. Previews from Pure Xbox, Nintendolife, and Digital Trends highlight the game's puzzle-solving elements, inspiration from classic Zelda games, and its focus on protecting children's creativity.
  • Three New Releases on Xbox Game Pass in June 2024: Firework, Rolling Hills, and Still Wakes the Deep

    Three New Releases on Xbox Game Pass in June 2024: Firework, Rolling Hills, and Still Wakes the Deep

    Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024 Xbox Game Pass adds three new titles in June 2024: Firework, a puzzle horror exclusive on PC; Rolling Hills: Make Sushi, Make Friends, a cozy life sim available on console and PC; and Still Wakes the Deep, a suspenseful horror game from The Chinese Room for console and PC.
  • Three New Releases on Xbox Game Pass in June 2024: Firework, Rolling Hills, and Still Wakes the Deep

    Three New Releases on Xbox Game Pass in June 2024: Firework, Rolling Hills, and Still Wakes the Deep

    Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024 Xbox Game Pass adds three new titles in June 2024: Firework, a puzzle horror exclusive on PC; Rolling Hills: Make Sushi, Make Friends, a cozy life sim available on console and PC; and Still Wakes the Deep, a suspenseful horror game from The Chinese Room for console and PC.
  • Nintendo Switch Online Subscribers Can Play Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic for Free, But Time is Running Out

    Nintendo Switch Online Subscribers Can Play Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic for Free, But Time is Running Out

    Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024 From May 2-9, European Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can experience the legendary Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic for free as part of the Game Trial program. This highly acclaimed RPG, released in 2003 and considered one of the greatest games ever made, immerses players in a galaxy far, far away where they must master the Force to save the Republic before time runs out.
  • New Xbox Game Pass Titles in May 2024: Tomb Raider, Kona II, Little Kitty, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, and More

    New Xbox Game Pass Titles in May 2024: Tomb Raider, Kona II, Little Kitty, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, and More

    Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024 In May 2024, Xbox Game Pass will add titles such as Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, Kona II: Brume, Little Kitty, Big City, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons and Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2. Hauntii and Humanity will also join the service with a yet to be announced release date. As new games are added, others like Eastern Exorcist and Just Cause 4 Reloaded will be removed.
  • EA Play Subscription Service to Increase Prices in May 2024

    EA Play Subscription Service to Increase Prices in May 2024

    Broke On: Thursday, 11 April 2024 EA Play to raise prices in May 2024 for all subscriptions, affecting PC, Xbox One and PS4 users. New and existing members will pay more for standard, pro and annual memberships due to currency fluctuations.
  • Microsoft's All-Digital Xbox Series X White Release Date and Footage Leaked

    Microsoft's All-Digital Xbox Series X White Release Date and Footage Leaked

    Broke On: Saturday, 24 February 2024 Microsoft is developing a white all-digital version of the Xbox Series X that could launch between June and July this year, according to sources who spoke with eXputer and provided confidential footage.

  • Microsoft Implements System-Level Ban on Unauthorized Xbox Accessories

    Broke On: Monday, 30 October 2023 Microsoft has implemented a system-level ban on unauthorized Xbox accessories. The ban affects both Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S consoles. The ban is enforced through an error code (0x82d60002). The decision has raised concerns among the gaming community, particularly the fighting game community. Microsoft has not yet provided a detailed explanation for the ban.