Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! Each week, we dive into all the exciting new games releasing soon on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. Dive into the details of these thrilling upcoming titles and hit up their profiles for more info (release dates may shift, so stay tuned). Ready to explore? Let’s get started!
City Transport Simulator: Tram – January 28 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)
Step into the shoes of a tram driver for a truly immersive experience in City Transport Simulator. Choose from three realistic trams—the ULF B1, R2.2b, or ULF A1—and navigate the bustling streets of Tramau. Keep your passengers on time and design your own routes to create a seamless, efficient tram network.
Cuisineer – January 28 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere)
Join Pom, a daring adventurer-turned-chef, on a culinary journey through challenging dungeon dives in Cuisineer. Gather ingredients the hard way as you battle through monster-filled caves to create delectable dishes.
Eternal Strands – January 28 (Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere)
Debuting on Game Pass Ultimate, Eternal Strands is a fantasy epic from Yellow Brick Games, created by industry veterans behind hits like Dragon Age and Mass Effect. Armed with powerful spells and weapons, players must defeat colossal creatures to save their world from destruction in this captivating action-adventure.
Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap – January 28 (Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)
Jump into the explosive world of Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, launching with Game Pass Ultimate. In this trap defense game, engage as a War Mage making rogue-lite choices while battling hordes of orcs alone or with up to four players.
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter – January 28 (Smart Delivery)
Journey with Arlo, the young protagonist of Tails of Iron 2, through snow-covered northern lands to confront the dreaded Dark Wings. This epic quest involves hunting massive creatures, forging alliances, and discovering dark secrets.
The Stone of Madness – January 28 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere)
Set in an 18th-century Spanish monastery, The Stone of Madness challenges players with a real-time tactical stealth game. Help five prisoners navigate the horrors of madness and punishment as they seek freedom from an oppressive sanctuary.
Wayfinder – January 28 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)
In the cooperative ARPG, Wayfinder, players possess unique powers and playstyles to battle forces overtaking the world. Customize adventures alongside friends and leverage the collective strength of Wayfinders for success.
Agent Fall – January 28 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Relive retro gaming vibes with Agent Fall, a side-scrolling shooter that takes players through diverse levels—from desert landscapes to secretive underground labs—and exercises the license to destroy everything in sight.
Stellar Docks – January 28 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Stellar Docks offers a charming 2D puzzle experience inspired by Sokoban. Guide an intrepid astronaut to maneuver drones to their recharge stations amid challenging, grid-based puzzles.
Checkmate Survivors – January 29 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)
Face rebelling chess pieces in Checkmate Survivors, a top-down shooter where players, as the King, strategize with tactics and speed to overcome various chess piece foes.
Slasher: Origins – January 29 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Navigate a chaotic noir-anime inspired world in Slasher: Origins. Unlock powerful heroes, craft unique abilities, and survive the fiery depths of Mephistopheles’ realm in this rogue-lite survival game.
Accolade Sports Collection (QUByte Classics) – January 30 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Revel in nostalgic gameplay with the Accolade Sports Collection, featuring classic sports games like Hardball! and Winter Challenge, presented with modern enhancements.
Basureroes – January 30 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Defend Earth from an alien threat in Basureroes. Dr. Diogenes and his team rise to the occasion once more, preparing for battle against interstellar ninjas seeking global domination.
Gimmick! 2 – January 30 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Return to action with Gimmick! 2 as Yumetaro embarks on an adventurous quest filled with challenging enemies and hidden treasures, decades after his initial debut.
A Rite from the Stars: Remaster Edition – January 30 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Embark on a heartfelt coming-of-age journey with Kirm and his ethereal companion Hoku. A Rite from the Stars promises multiple endings, engaging puzzles, and rich storytelling, accompanied by supernatural allies.
Robobeat – January 30 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)
Rhythm meets action in Robobeat, a rogue-like shooter where players embody Ace, a bounty hunter in pursuit. Sync every move and shot to the beat as you unravel showman Frazzer’s techno-maze.
Sniper Elite: Resistance – January 30 (Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Sniper Elite: Resistance, arriving via Game Pass Ultimate, immerses players in precision sniping and stealth. Step into occupied France’s secret war, with co-op opportunities available throughout the gripping campaign.
Techno Banter – January 30 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)
Take charge in Techno Banter as the bouncer of the Green Door club. Maneuver through a vibrant, techno-filled city and keep the peace as you embrace the pulsating nightlife.
Casual Sport Series: Tennis – January 31
Experience tennis like never before in Casual Sport Series: Tennis. With realistic court physics and a full range of shots, every match is an exhilarating blend of strategy and skill reminiscent of pro-level play.
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector – January 31 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere)
Prepare for the compelling sequel to a standout RPG, Citizen Sleeper 2. Assume the role of a sleeper on the run, building alliances and commandeering ships in a quest for freedom against formidable adversaries.
Dreamless – January 31
Unveil chilling secrets in Dreamless, a narrative adventure exploring eerie phenomena in a haunted town. Step into John’s shoes as he delves into an abandoned house amidst rumors of serial killings and curses.
Hero of Fate – January 31 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Unlock new classes and embrace boundless adventures in Hero of Fate. Face monstrous swarms, tackle epic bosses, and forge powerful alliances on a quest to dethrone the supreme demon lord.
Marine Survivors – January 31 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)
Immerse in a magical undersea arena in Marine Survivors, challenging waves of exotic marine foes. As a mystical whale, strategy and spellcasting guide your survival against relentless aquatic threats.
Mostroscopy – January 31
Celebrate retro-horror aesthetics in Mostroscopy, a fighting game merging classic Luchador films with monstrous elements. Explore a diverse cast as you fight with retro-style aesthetics and straightforward mechanics.
Squab – January 31 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)
Embark on an avian adventure with Squab, a precision platformer adventure where players guide a young pigeon using strategic dashes to rescue his father from perilous environments.
Stones Keeper – January 31 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere)
Command a flying fortress in Stones Keeper, manage its development and defenses while exploring rich story quests. Unveil a vast, fantastical world full of artifacts and secrets.
Get pumped for an exhilarating lineup of games coming soon to your Xbox. Stay tuned and happy gaming!
