A Milestone Celebration
As Xbox approaches its 25th anniversary, Microsoft is looking to make the celebration more than just a trip down memory lane. The company has officially launched a promotional bundle that includes 25 games valued at over $500. For anyone currently in the market for a new Windows 11 PC or a gaming handheld, this offer provides an immediate, substantial library of titles to get started.
What's in the Bundle?
The collection leans heavily into the rich history of the brand, featuring heavy hitters from across the Xbox ecosystem. Whether you are looking to explore vast open worlds or engage in intense tactical combat, the selection covers a variety of genres. Notable inclusions highlighted by the promotion include:
- Skyrim
- Halo
- DOOM
- Gears of War
While the bundle offers an incredible value, it is important for prospective buyers to note the limitations regarding 'Xbox Play Anywhere.' Several major titles in the collection—specifically Call of Duty: WWII, Fallout 76, Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, and Minecraft Dungeons—do not support cross-platform ownership. This means the Windows version and the Xbox console version are treated as separate entities, so buyers should plan to play these specific titles primarily on their PC.
A Strategic Play for Handhelds
The timing of this promotion seems calculated to capture the growing interest in gaming handhelds. By bundling high-value software with Windows 11 hardware, Microsoft is directly lowering the barrier to entry for mobile PC gaming. With many of these titles optimized for modern hardware, the bundle effectively turns a new device purchase into a complete gaming ecosystem from day one.
Buying a gaming handheld for the holidays? Microsoft will throw in 25 Xbox games worth over $500.
— Windows Central