Welcome to the latest edition of Next Week on Xbox, where we bring you the scoop on all the exciting games making their way to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and Game Pass. Here’s a peek at the new arrivals set to keep you entertained in the coming days. Dive into the details below, and for more information, click on their profiles. Remember, release dates can be subject to change, so be sure to stay updated.
Age of Empires IV: Knights of Cross and Rose
Release Date: April 8 (Console & PC)
Price: $14.99 (currently $12.74)
Developer: Xbox Game Studios
The latest DLC, Age of Empires IV: Knights of Cross and Rose, is here to invigorate your strategy games lineup. Command two armies brimming with historical presence in a variety of engaging modes. Whether you’re a veteran tactician or a newcomer, this DLC promises a rich tapestry of gameplay experiences inspired by epic historical events.
Faircroft’s Antiques: The Mountaneer’s Legacy Collector’s Edition
Developer: Ocean Media
Explore the captivating world of antiques with Faircroft’s latest narrative adventure, where each artifact you uncover leads to a tale filled with charm and mystery.
IXION
Release Date: April 8 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Developer: Kasedo Games
Join the adventure with IXION, a tale about mankind’s desperate bid to find a new home. You are aboard the Tiqqun, a prototype space station turned ark amidst Earth’s ecological collapse. As the station’s administrator, it’s your task to guide the remnants of humanity to safety in this gripping sci-fi saga.
South of Midnight
Release Date: April 8 – Console & PC / Game Pass / Xbox Play Anywhere
Price: $39.99
Developer: Xbox Game Studios
Embark on a spellbinding adventure as Hazel in South of Midnight. Set in the hauntingly beautiful Deep South, the game brims with Southern folklore and mystique. Engage with fantastical creatures as you uncover the stories that shape this enigmatic world.
Anima Flux
Developer: JollyCo
Dive into Anima Flux, where vibrant visuals and intriguing gameplay mechanics promise hours of captivating exploration and puzzle-solving.
Commandos: Origins
Release Date: April 9 – Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Price: $59.99 (currently $53.99)
Developer: Kalypso Media
Commandos: Origins invites you to the foundation of the legendary WWII elite squad. Step into high-stakes missions that require tactical precision and strategic brilliance.
Detective From The Crypt
Release Date: April 9 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Price: $9.99 (currently $7.99)
Developer: Sometimes You
Unfold a mysterious Victorian-era detective story in Detective From The Crypt. Join a ghostly girl and her feline companion as they delve into narratives filled with mystery and the supernatural.
Ellphaser
Release Date: April 9 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Developer: Afil Games
In the intriguing world of Ellphaser, your every jump decides the fate of reality. Engage in a 2D platformer rich with puzzle elements, where each leap is a chance to reshape your surroundings.
Little Droid
Release Date: April 9 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere
Price: $5.99
Developer: Stamina Zero LLC
Navigate a perilous platformer landscape in Little Droid, filled with cunning enemies and essential resource management that tests your strategic prowess.
Secrets In Green
Release Date: April 9 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Developer: Eastasiasoft Limited
Embark on a journey of discovery and mystery with Alma in Secrets In Green, where the boundaries between reality and illusion meld in emotion-laden adventures.
Suika and Dragons
Release Date: April 9 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Developer: Synnergy Circle Games
Step into a vibrant puzzle adventure with Suika and Dragons as you guide mythical creatures toward a destiny of greatness.
Blue Prince
Release Date: April 10 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere
Developer: Raw Fury
Explore the enigmatic Mt. Holly in Blue Prince. Solve puzzles, thread through layers of mystery, and navigate an ever-shifting manor hiding secrets at every turn.
Hook: Complete Edition
Release Date: April 10
Developer: Ultimate Games S.A.
Sink into the tranquil challenge of minimalist puzzles with Hook: Complete Edition, a dual-game package offering a soothing escape into the art of puzzle-solving.
HordeCore
Release Date: April 10 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Price: $11.99 (currently $9.59)
Developer: E-Home Entertainment Development Co., Ltd
Forge alliances and overcome wasteland perils in HordeCore, where survival is a team effort, requiring both brains and brawn.
Monaco 2
Release Date: April 10 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Developer: Humble Games
Form alliances with international masterminds in Monaco 2, where strategy, skills, and daring come together in a heist so grand it could bring the city to its knees.
Monster Energy Supercross 25 – The Official Video Game
Release Date: April 10 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Price: $59.99
Developer: Milestone S.R.L.
Immerse yourself in the adrenaline rush of Monster Energy Supercross 25 and relive the thrill of the 2025 season with lifelike tracks and rivalries.
Pilo and the Holobook
Release Date: April 10
Developer: RedDeer.Games
Join Pilo on a cosmic journey in Pilo and the Holobook, unearthing universal secrets and fighting the looming shadow of the Tar with the help of an innovative encyclopedia.
Pocket Bravery
Release Date: April 10 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Developer: PQube Ltd
Pocket Bravery pays homage to the classic 90s fighters, presenting a nostalgic yet fresh take on vintage fighting games, complete with charismatic characters and dynamic combat.
Promise Mascot Agency
Release Date: April 10 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Developer: Kaizen Game Works Limited
Tackle the chaos of Promise Mascot Agency where mascots become wild, unpredictable forces. Manage their antics while unraveling hidden conspiracies.
Steel Seed
Release Date: April 10 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Developer: ESDigital Games
Experience a dark, cybernetic adventure with Steel Seed, where stealth, strategy, and survival unite in an underground AI-governed realm.
The Sekimeiya: Spun Glass
Release Date: April 10 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Developer: Viridian Software
In this narrative mystery, The Sekimeiya: Spun Glass, unravel eerie events within Ashiya Tower, and survive the enigmatic happenings that unfold during a gem exhibition.
The Talos Principle: Reawakened
Release Date: April 10 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Developer: Devolver Digital
Revisit the philosophically rich realms of The Talos Principle: Reawakened, now remastered with enhanced visuals and expanded content.
BEAR ESCAPE MISSION
Release Date: April 11
Developer: YUME GAME STUDIO
Embark on a cozy platforming journey with BEAR ESCAPE MISSION, guiding a delightful bear through a lighthearted adventure brimming with whimsical challenges.
Big Buck Hunter: Ultimate Trophy
Release Date: April 11 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere
Price: $39.99 (currently $35.99)
Developer: GameMill Entertainment
Set sights on arcade hunting supremacy with Big Buck Hunter: Ultimate Trophy, offering an exhilarating dive into more expansive hunting territories.
The Black Within
Release Date: April 11 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Developer: Dolores Entertainment
Venture into the psychological horror of The Black Within, confronting personal demons and unraveling a chilling tale of fear and ambition.
Capy’s Quest
Release Date: April 11 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Price: $4.99
Developer: ChiliDog Interactive
Embark on a culinary quest with Capy’s Quest, as you master delectable dishes and face intricate puzzle challenges in a game highlighting culinary excellence.
Mayhem Mail
Release Date: April 11 – Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Developer: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Confront chaos in Mayhem Mail, where puzzling platform strategies guide scattered letters safely to their destinations in this classic arcade adventure.
Mob Control
Release Date: April 11
Price: $4.99 (currently $3.99)
Developer: QubicGames S.A.
Engage in the thrill of Mob Control, multiplying your forces strategically to overcome opponents and conquer the chaotic battlefield.
Mortisomem
Release Date: April 11
Price: $9.99 (currently $7.99)
Developer: Sometimes You
Step into a haunting 1917 landscape with Mortisomem. Adventure through the Brazilian forest, confronting mysteries and surviving ancient evils.
West Escape
Release Date: April 11
Price: $5.99 (currently $4.79)
Developer: QubicGames S.A.
Navigate alien chaos and romantic resolve in West Escape, where the frontier’s turmoil is your battleground for freedom and reunion.
Windborn – Concrete Jungle
Release Date: April 11 – Xbox One X Enhanced
Price: $6.99
Developer: EpiXR Games
Soar among the skies in Windborn – Concrete Jungle as you fly with your flock through stunning landscapes, balancing speed with unity in this beautifully scenic adventure.
Stay tuned for next week’s action-packed schedule and let the gaming adventures continue!
