One of the most original FPS on Xbox 360 makes a surprise return and could be coming to Xbox Game Pass

The generation of the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 offered great titles that, despite going unnoticed, managed to resonate with those who gave them a chance; however, many disappeared over time or are only available on one platform. Luckily, a classic FPS made a surprise comeback and caught the attention of the community.

We talk about Singularitythe action title developed by Raven Software and distributed by Activision in 2010. Because he never received the treatment of backwards compatibility On Microsoft consoles, it was one of the experiences that was lost with the final closure of the Xbox 360 digital store.

Now, a surprise resurgence has given fans hope that the niche FPS will receive a backwards compatibility update and, ideally, come to Xbox Game Pass or PC Game Pass.

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Singularity is now available in the Microsoft Store on PC

The title from Raven Software and Activision has been available in Steam for years, but fans noticed that, during the afternoon of last September 12tharrived without warning to the Microsoft Store on PC. On this platform it is available in exchange for $29.99 USD.

While the Xbox Backwards Compatibility program stopped adding new titles in 2021, we must remember that Microsoft now owns Activision and, consequently, the rights to Singularity. Thus, the most optimistic fans hope that it will receive an update that will allow it to be played on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

It’s worth noting that these types of releases also usually indicate that a title will be added to the catalog of Xbox Game Pass either PC Game Pass. For example, Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition debuted in the Microsoft Store shortly before being added to the subscription service.

That being said, Spyro Reignited Trilogy and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 are still conspicuous by their absence in the paid program, despite also arriving in the Microsoft Store for PC. So, we will have to moderate our expectations and wait to find out what the return of Singularity.

What is Singularity?

For those who are unaware, it is worth remembering that Singularity it’s a Single-player FPS in which the player steps into the shoes of a special forces soldier investigating an island where an experiment was carried out that fractured space and time.

Raven Software’s title received favorable reviews thanks to its original mechanics that revolve around the manipulation of time and its setting that combines science fiction and horror. At this time, it has an average score of 76 on Metacritic and very positive reviews on Steam.

But tell us, would you like this title to be backwards compatible on consoles? Let us know in the comments.

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