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15 games headed to Microsoft Studios PLAY on Windows 8

Microsoft Studios has launched a new Windows 8 initiative called PLAY today, selecting 15 games including Ilomilo+ and Gunstringer: Dead Man Running for use across compatible devices like Surface tablets.

Off the titles in the launch line up, all but Toy Soldiers are available on any Windows 8 device. You can check them out on the new service's website, then grab them via the Windows 8 App Store or Xbox Live Marketplace.

All PLAY titles have free trials. and many support leaderboards, multiplayer and other social aspects. Announcement trailer and compatible titles below.

    Full List of New PLAY Releases:
  • Toy Soldiers (not available on Windows RT)
  • 4 Elements: Special Edition
  • Hydro Thunder Hurricane
  • Rocket Riot 3D
  • Reckless Racing Ultimate
  • Microsoft Solitaire Collection
  • Microsoft Mahjong
  • Microsoft Minesweeper
  • Taptiles
  • Adera
  • Pinball FX2
  • Wordament
  • Gunstringer: Dead Man Running
  • Ilomilo+
  • Skulls of the Shogun (launches at the end of January)

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