Microsoft Studios reveals 29 new games for Windows 8!

By Microsoft · Updated 18 hours ago

From fast-paced arcade action to trusty old favorites like Solitaire and Minesweeper, Microsoft Studios is bring a great variety of games to Windows 8 this Fall

Earlier this year we announced that Xbox is coming to Windows 8. Now, in addition to its industry-leading gaming service, Xbox is pleased to announce support from Microsoft Studios to bring high quality Xbox games to Windows 8. Wave one of our portfolio will bring you many of the games you already know and love; and will include 29 titles from Microsoft Studios, some of which will be exclusive to Windows 8. Many games will be available starting October 26th with ongoing new releases coming through holiday and beyond. This growing portfolio spans genres and delivers an innovative mix of fun-to-play titles that will be playable on any Windows 8 PC, laptop, or tablet. Xbox games will be easy to find in the preinstalled Windows 8 Xbox Games app. In addition, all Xbox games for Windows 8 will have Xbox Achievements, and many will also take advantage of other Xbox features, including leaderboards, multiplayer modes, and connecting with friends, and more. Have a look at wave one of our portfolio. And be sure to stop by the Xbox booth at the Penny Arcade Expo in Seattle this weekend as Microsoft Studios will be giving attendees a sneak peek at some of the Windows 8 titles announced today! Click Read More to check out gameplay features, screenshot galleries, and to post your favorites in the comment section!

4 Elements II Special Edition

Discover the fantastic world of 4 Elements in this Windows 8-exclusive Special Edition of the acclaimed Puzzle and Hidden Object game. Four fairies representing the elements of earth, air, fire, and water have been deprived of their magic power. Be the hero of the kingdom and restore their magic! Lose yourself in beautiful backgrounds, music and amazing graphics. Explore a world of color, animation, and mystical delight. Discover secrets, solve intriguing puzzles, and decipher the book of magic to unlock powerful spells. 4 Elements™ II: Special Edition is an exciting “match three” game packed with fascinating puzzles and hidden object challenges. This Special Edition includes 48 exclusive levels for Windows 8, 14 of which you can play for free in the trial version! This edition also includes six custom Windows 8 wallpapers and the complete original soundtrack in MP3 format. Compare your progress with friends via leaderboards or Achievement’s earned! Look for these other great Microsoft Studios titles in the Windows 8 store: Microsoft Solitaire Collection, Microsoft Mahjong, and Wordament.
>64 unique match-3 levels + 48 levels EXCLUSIVE to Windows 8
>4 adorable fairies of the elements to set free
>16 magic cards to collect
>4 exciting quests to complete
>Fascinating story, gorgeous art and backgrounds
>Trial version includes 12 Story Mode levels and 2 Bonus Challenge levels for free
>Xbox LIVE Gamerscore over 20 Achievements
>Track friends’ progress with Leaderboards
>Hours and hours of gameplay
>6 exclusive Windows 8 wallpapers and complete game soundtrack in MP3 format
>Use touch or mouse/keyboard controls
>Multiple modes: casual and timed play
>Hidden Object and Find the Difference puzzles
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