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New Xbox Console Rumored to Embrace Multiple Digital Storefronts with Epic Games Store on Board

Epic Games is in talks with Microsoft Gaming to bring the Epic Games Store to the next Xbox console, rumored for release as early as 2025. According to Steve Allison of Epic Games, speaking to Game File, Epic plans to launch on the platform day one, contingent on meeting Microsoft's requirements. This development lends credence to rumors of an Xbox console that would allow access to multiple digital storefronts. Sources claim this console will be a powerful "room PC" capable of running both Xbox and PC games.

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In a delightful gaming treat, Epic Games Store has two fresh titles up for grabs this week! Jonathan Dubinski's recent post "Epic Games Store Freely Releases Botany Manor and Retro Venum Set" (2026-02-06) reveals that from February 3rd to 10th, you can claim both Botany Manor, a captivating first-person adventure where you cultivate plants to solve puzzles, and the Retro Venum Set DLC pack for Pixel Gun 3D, adding an arcade-inspired twist with poison damage effects. But that's not all! Author Marcus Thompson followed up with "More Two Free Games on Epic Games Store for Limited Time", highlighting that these games are yours to keep forever if claimed before February 12th. And if you're eager for more gaming excitement, mark your calendars for this Friday, as Sophie Laurent's post "Don't Forget This Friday: Epic Games Store PlayersForLife Botany Manor and Retro Venomous Set for Free" (published Feb 6, 2026) reminds us that Thursday has become the new play day. So don't miss out on these freebies – dive into the details here Epic Games Store Freely Releases Botany Manor and Retro Venom Set, check out Marcus' post here More Two Free Games on Epic Games Store for Limited Time, and stay in the loop with Sophie's post here Don't Forget This Friday: Epic Games Store PlayersForLife Botany Manor and Retro Venomous Set for Free to grab these titles while you can!