Next Week on Xbox brings thrilling news for all gaming enthusiasts as a fresh lineup of titles makes its way to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. Here’s a closer look at what’s coming, complete with links to each game’s profile for a deeper dive (note that release dates could shift).
Beautiful Sakura: Surfing Club (Windows) – January 15
Kaito thought life was predictable until he met Michiko, the captivating new student. Just as he begins to develop feelings for her, he discovers Michiko has a twin sister, Yuuki. With mixed emotions, Kaito must navigate this unexpected twist. Who will capture his heart in the end?
The Bit’s Escape – January 15
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, this engaging platformer features Bit, a tiny machine yearning to discover the surface world. Maneuver through dynamic challenges with intuitive controls, making for an exciting and enjoyable gameplay experience.
Perfect Ninja Painter 3 – January 15
Dive into a vibrant world where you play as a team of three nimble ninjas with a mission to restore color to a drab environment. Solving puzzles and overcoming obstacles are integral parts of this creative platformer, designed with Xbox Series X|S optimizations and Smart Delivery features in mind.
Runny Bunny – Console Edition – January 15
Get ready for a high-speed, pixel art platforming adventure! As an energetic bunny, you’ll zoom across various surfaces, gathering power dots and carrots. This side-scrolling game is both entertaining and challenging, with optimizations for the latest Xbox consoles.
Sokorobot – January 15
Push your problem-solving skills with Sokorobot, a puzzle game where you guide a clever robot through mazes to unlock the next level. With its classic mechanics and futuristic approach, the game promises to test your strategic thinking.
Suikaiju – January 15
Embody a mad scientist on a quest to create the ultimate Kaiju. In this fascinating merging game, you’ll combine Kaiju Cores to evolve your creature into a formidable force. Can you grow your monster large enough to reign supreme?
SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada – Various Editions – January 15
Set in a post-apocalyptic world in 2222, mankind struggles to survive against monstrous creatures. As a resource-collecting Drifter, you’ll rely on both wit and your AI partner to navigate and survive in this treacherous landscape. Available in Deluxe and Ultimate Editions for Xbox Series X|S.
Morkull Ragast’s Rage – January 16
This 2D platformer creatively breaks the fourth wall, inviting you to partner with Morkull, the deity ruling over darkness. Experience the blend of action, exploration, and unique interactions as you command supreme powers.
Mystery Box: Evolution – January 16
Immerse yourself in the brain-teasing second installment of the ‘Mystery Box’ series. Packed with 57 intriguing riddles, it challenges your cognitive skills to manipulate mechanisms and unlock secrets.
Professor Doctor Jetpack – January 16
Leap into the whimsical world of pixel art in this physics-based precision platformer. Join digital Einstein on a quirky mission to master the jetpack and thwart virtual threats like The Internet. Tailored for enhancements on Xbox Series X|S.
Things Too Ugly – January 16
Embark on a chilling 1986 journey at TEREBRO INC., where a routine data processing task unravels into a suspenseful investigation. The deeper you dig, the more unsettling secrets you unveil in this atmospheric thriller.
Vanity Fair: The Pursuit – January 16
Navigate through a decision-driven narrative influenced by life choices and career ambitions in the make-believe world of the entertainment industry. Between 2004 and 2024, each choice could lead you closer to or further away from stardom.
911: Cannibal – January 17
Test your survival instincts—can you outwit a cannibal in a nerve-wracking game of hide and seek, or will you end up on his dinner plate? Your keen observation and strategic thinking are the keys to survival.
911: Prey – January 17
Uncover a thriller stacked with suspense as you explore a creepy house and gather clues about a notorious Minnesotan maniac. With multiple possible endings, your choices will determine your fate.
Cherry Tower – January 17
Step into an endearing 2D pixel world and help Cherry in her adventure to ascend a tower. It’s a delightful journey of overcoming challenging obstacles, designed to captivate with its charming gameplay.
Hen, Chicks, and Cats – January 17
This delightful puzzle game lets you strategize each move to ensure the safety of Ju the hen. Navigate past traps and cats as you carefully consider each step in this logic challenge, perfectly optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
Hexa River – January 17
Relax with Hexa River’s soothing landscapes while you solve puzzles to channel water to different islands, cultivating life as you go. Its serene soundtrack and visual aesthetics make it a delightful puzzle-solving experience.
Spot Challenge Vol. 1 – January 17
Inspire your inner detective in this modern take on a classic game of spotting differences. With 35 intricate levels filled with over 360 differences, challenge yourself to uncover them all.
Tales of Graces f Remastered – January 17
Return to the engaging world of Tales of Graces f, where friendships and courage triumph over adversities. This remastered version comes packed with the original story plus the ‘Lineage and Legacies’ epilogue, optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
Prepare for an exciting week ahead with these diverse game releases!
