After the delay of Halo 5: Guardians earlier this year, Microsoft didn’t have any kind of big shooter on their Fall 2014 schedule. Thankfully, Microsoft put out something else today that will surely make all the little Halo fans out there squeal with delight… an Xbox One-exclusive compilation of the first four games in the series known as Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Improved visuals and a complete “Anniversary” makeover for Halo 2 make this the biggest re-release the series has ever seen.
Elsewhere on the Xbox Games Store today is a pair of new Assassin’s Creed games (the Paris-set Assassin’s Creed: Unity on the Xbox One and the Revolutionary Assassin’s Creed: Rogue on the Xbox 360), Konami’s latest soccer sim (Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 on the Xbox 360 and Xbox One), and WB’s latest whimsical Lego adventure (Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham on the Xbox 360 and Xbox One)
More information about all of these games (and a few other new releases) can be found after the break.
Xbox One Games
Halo: The Master Chief Collection ($59.99)
For the first time ever, The Master Chief’s entire story is on one console. Featuring a re-mastered Halo 2: Anniversary, along with Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, Halo 3, and Halo 4, new digital series, Halo: Nightfall, and access to the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta, this is the definitive Halo experience.Assassin’s Creed: Unity ($59.99)
Assassin’s Creed: Unity is an action/adventure game set in the city of Paris during one of its darkest hours, the French Revolution. Take ownership of the story by customizing Arno’s equipment to make the experience unique to you, both visually and mechanically. In addition to an epic single-player experience, Assassin’s Creed: Unity delivers the excitement of playing with up to three friends through online cooperative gameplay in specific missions. Throughout the game, take part in one of the most pivotal moments of French history in a compelling storyline and a breathtaking playground that brought you the city of lights of today.Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham ($59.99)
The Caped Crusader joins forces with the super heroes of the DC Comics universe and blasts off to outer space to stop the evil Brainiac from destroying Earth. Using the power of the Lantern Rings, Brainiac shrinks worlds to add to his twisted collection of miniature cities from across the universe. Now the greatest super heroes and the most cunning villains must unite and journey to different Lantern Worlds to collect the Lantern Rings and stop Brainiac before it’s too late.Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 ($59.99)
Konami returns to the football field with PES 2015 with a return to core PES values. Thanks to the incredible Fox Engine, PES 2015 delivers stunning visuals and animation where the world’s greatest players move and play just their real-life counterparts, while PES ID ensures that the whole team matches their famed playing style. Every gameplay element has been retooled for a more responsive experience, while new shooting and goalkeeper systems ensure the heart-in-mouth feeling that comes with a top-level game is faithfully recreated. Close control, tackling, and the balance of play also perfectly reflect that of real football. Similarly, players can now use the new MyClub system to develop an all-conquering side, building from humble beginnings to create a world-class XI. With all-new multiplayer modes, real-life managers pacing the touchlines and new live data, PES 2015 does its talking on the pitch.Shape Up ($59.99)
No time to go to the gym? Tired of repeating the same boring workout routine? Shape Up is the game that proves when you have fun, you get a better workout because you want to push harder, faster, longer! Unexpected Workouts Shape Up transforms exercises into surprising arcade challenges that turn the chore of working out into a game! Lift an elephant, run on the top of a moving train or squat your way to the moon; your heart will be pumping and your muscles will be burning – but you will be having fun.Xbox 360 Games
Assassin’s Creed: Rogue ($59.99)
North America, 18th century. Amid the chaos and violence of the French and Indian War, Shay Patrick Cormac, a fearless young member of the Assassin Brotherhood, undergoes a dark transformation that will forever shape the future of the colonies. After a dangerous mission goes tragically wrong, Shay turns his back on the Assassins who, in response, attempt to end his life. Cast aside by those he once called brothers, Shay sets out on a mission to wipe out all who turned against him and to ultimately become the most feared Assassin hunter in history.Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham ($49.99)
The Caped Crusader joins forces with the super heroes of the DC Comics universe and blasts off to outer space to stop the evil Brainiac from destroying Earth. Using the power of the Lantern Rings, Brainiac shrinks worlds to add to his twisted collection of miniature cities from across the universe. Now the greatest super heroes and the most cunning villains must unite and journey to different Lantern Worlds to collect the Lantern Rings and stop Brainiac before it’s too late.Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 ($59.99)
Konami returns to the football field with PES 2015 with a return to core PES values. Thanks to the incredible Fox Engine, PES 2015 delivers stunning visuals and animation where the world’s greatest players move and play just their real-life counterparts, while PES ID ensures that the whole team matches their famed playing style. Every gameplay element has been retooled for a more responsive experience, while new shooting and goalkeeper systems ensure the heart-in-mouth feeling that comes with a top-level game is faithfully recreated. Close control, tackling, and the balance of play also perfectly reflect that of real football. Similarly, players can now use the new MyClub system to develop an all-conquering side, building from humble beginnings to create a world-class XI. With all-new multiplayer modes, real-life managers pacing the touchlines and new live data, PES 2015 does its talking on the pitch.Tropico 5 ($39.99)
Return to the remote island nation of Tropico in the next installment of the critically acclaimed and hugely popular dictator sim series. Expand your Dynasty’s reign from the early colonial period to beyond the 21st Century, facing an all-new set of challenges, including advanced trading mechanics, technology and scientific research, exploration and for the first time in Tropico history – cooperative and competitive multiplayer for up to two players.Digimon All-Star Rumble ($39.99)
Let’s get ready to Digi-Rumble! Jam-packed with an all-star cast from the Digimon Universe, Digimon All-Star Rumble throws down with immersive 3D battle arenas and high-impact, in-your-face fighting action.
