Massive Day One Game Coming to Xbox Game Pass
On July 14th, gamers can look forward to playing Exoprimal, Capcom's eagerly awaited dinosaur shooter, which will be available on its release day through Xbox Game Pass.
Capcom's upcoming dinosaur shooter game, Exoprimal, is set to be available on the Xbox Game Pass subscription service on launch day. The game will release an open beta on March 17th, followed by a full release for all major gaming platforms on July 14th, 2023. This is around the same time when Pokemon Sleep is expected to be released, and Lemnis Gate is scheduled to shut down.
According to VGC, Capcom has confirmed that Exoprimal, a third-person shooter game featuring dinosaurs, will be available on Xbox Game Pass at the time of its official release. Although the game was previously listed on Microsoft's storefront with both "console" and "cloud" options, there was no mention of it being available on Game Pass. This announcement caused excitement among gamers eagerly anticipating the game, as it will be the first game to launch on Microsoft's cloud gaming service without first being available on Xbox Game Pass.
Fortunately, the recent speculations surrounding the availability of Exoprimal on Xbox Game Pass have been dispelled by Capcom. The company has confirmed that the highly-anticipated dinosaur shooter game will be available on the popular subscription service on the day of its release. In addition, Capcom has announced that the beta testing for the game will involve cross-platform matchmaking, ensuring that the gameplay is balanced across all platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam.
Players who participate in the beta testing will receive a special medal as a reward upon the game's official release. However, whether this medal offers any specific benefits in the game remains unclear. It's great to see Capcom taking steps to ensure that the game is thoroughly tested and balanced before its release, and the reward for beta testers is a nice touch that adds to the excitement surrounding the game's launch.
Layers who pre-order Exoprimal will be rewarded with additional benefits, such as various cosmetic items for different exosuits. The same goes for those who purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition of the game; they will receive even more Exosuit skins and a bonus for the game's Survival Pass, which features both paid and free-to-earn gear tiers.
Currently, it seems that the game will not have any content locked behind paywalls, and everything unlocked with real money appears to be purely cosmetic. This lack of paid progression is a positive sign for players, as it indicates that the game is focused on delivering an enjoyable experience rather than relying on microtransactions.
In contrast, other games like Diablo Immortal have had negative experiences with microtransactions, and some developers have been criticized for relying too heavily on MTXs instead of quality development. Although we won't point fingers, examples like Square Enix and Marvel's Avengers show this can be a significant issue. However, Capcom has mastered the implementation of microtransactions in their games to the point where they're not considered a greedy developer trying to make a quick buck.
Capcom's approach to optional DLC in their latest games perfectly showcases their mastery of microtransactions. For instance, in Devil May Cry 5, they released three music tracks, a Monster Hunter haircut, and a weapon for Resident Evil 2 Remake. These DLCs have no impact on the gameplay and are optional, allowing gamers to buy and enjoy Capcom games to the fullest.
The DLCs also allow gamers to further support the developer and publisher by purchasing additional cosmetics. This approach ensures that microtransactions don't impact the gameplay in any way, allowing players to choose whether or not to support Capcom through MTXs.
Ultimately, it comes down to a personal choice: if you enjoy Exoprimal, you can buy the game and decide whether or not to support Capcom through MTXs. The game is set to launch on July 14, 2023, and will be available on the Xbox Game Pass subscription service on the same day.