Quantum Break, the popular science fiction action-adventure third-person shooter game, is making its return to Xbox Game Pass for both PC and Xbox platforms today. Microsoft has confirmed that the game, which was temporarily removed from the subscription service due to licensing issues, is now back on track following diligent efforts to resolve the matters in question.
Earlier reports from XboxDynasty indicated that Microsoft was working to settle the licensing issues and reintroduce Quantum Break to the Xbox Game Pass as soon as possible. Initially, it was believed that the game would be removed from the service on April 15, but it was later clarified that this date was contingent on the resolution of the licensing concerns. With these issues now resolved, gamers can once again enjoy the thrilling adventure on Xbox Game Pass.
Developed by Remedy Entertainment and published by Microsoft Studios, Quantum Break was released in 2016 for Windows and Xbox One platforms. The game centers around protagonist Jack Joyce (portrayed by Shawn Ashmore), who gains time manipulation powers after a botched time-machine experiment. This leads to a conflict with his former friend Paul Serene over the impending “End of Time.” The game combines platform game elements with action-intensive segments and features “junction points” that influence the outcome. In a unique twist, it also includes episodes of an integrated live-action television show, where characters’ actions are impacted by the player’s choices.
Initially conceived as a sequel to Remedy’s previous game, Alan Wake, the focus of Quantum Break shifted to time travel to align with Microsoft’s interest in a new intellectual property centered on interactive storytelling. The development team consulted with scientists to create the game’s fictional science, while the video game component was developed internally by Remedy under the direction of Sam Lake. The television aspect was produced in collaboration with Lifeboat Productions and Xbox Entertainment Studios, with Ben Ketai serving as director. The game also stars actors Aidan Gillen and Lance Reddick in pivotal roles. Quantum Break utilizes Remedy’s newly developed Northlight engine and a technology called Digital Molecular Matter to deliver an immersive gaming experience.
