Next week is shaping up to be exciting on the Xbox front, as there are several new titles making their debut on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. Here’s a quick rundown of these upcoming releases. Note that release dates are subject to change.
Beautiful Sakura: Surfing Club (Windows) – January 15
Developed by Cropware, this game sets the stage for a romantic drama. Our protagonist Kaito initially feels smitten with his new schoolmate, Michiko. Just as things start to heat up, he uncovers that she has a twin, Yuuki. Torn between his emotions, Kaito’s dilemma becomes whether he’s realized his true feelings too late. Who will he choose?
The Bit’s Escape – January 15
RainForest Game Studio invites players to delve into The Bit’s Escape, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. This engaging platformer is all about Bit’s journey—a tiny machine yearning for freedom from its underground confines. With intuitive controls and captivating gameplay, it promises a thrilling escape adventure.
Perfect Ninja Painter 3 – January 15
For those who love colorful puzzles, SilenGames presents Perfect Ninja Painter 3. Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, this vibrant platformer lets players channel their inner artist to color levels, solve puzzles, and defeat challenges using a perfect blend of creativity and strategy.
Runny Bunny – Console Edition – January 15
Brought to you by Eastasiasoft Limited, Runny Bunny is optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Players will find themselves navigating as a zippy little bunny collecting power dots and carrots, all while mastering side-scrolling pixel art puzzles.
Sokorobot – January 15
Afil Games offers Sokorobot, optimized for Xbox Series X|S, which is a delightful puzzle game. It challenges players to strategically clear paths and unlock levels using a clever robotic character.
Suikaiju – January 15
In this game by Synnergy Circle Games, players get to don the lab coat of a mad scientist with ambitions of creating the ultimate Kaiju. Combine Kaiju Cores to evolve your beast into an unstoppable force in this unique merge and evolve adventure.
SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada Deluxe Edition Pre-Order – January 15
Set in a post-apocalyptic 2222, this Bandai Namco game takes you underground. Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, players must collect AO Crystals and strive to survive against fierce aliens with the help of an AI ally.
Morkull Ragast’s Rage – January 16
Selecta Play goes cinematic with Morkull Ragast’s Rage, a 2D action platformer optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Command Morkull, master of darkness, and navigate a unique gaming world by breaking the fourth wall in captivating ways.
Mystery Box: Evolution – January 16
Puzzle fans can crack open Mystery Box: Evolution from Ocean Media, which offers a plethora of riddles to challenge the mind. With 57 boxes to unravel, this sequel ensures a mentally stimulating experience.
Professor Doctor Jetpack – January 16
Roflcopter Ink GmbH’s physics-based precision platformer takes players on a whimsical ride. Join Einstein’s digital remnant on a quirky journey trying to harness a jetpack, tackling challenges while battling unseen digital threats.
Things Too Ugly – January 16
Enter 1986 and the world of TEREBRO INC. with Baltoro Games, where as a Risk Assessment Data Processor, you’ll discover unsettling company secrets in this intriguing narrative puzzle adventure.
Vanity Fair: The Pursuit – January 16
NiuGamer delivers an interactive story focused on choices and survival in the entertainment industry. With themes spanning two decades, your choices could catapult you into the whirlpool of "Vanity Fair."
911: Cannibal – January 17
With a horror twist, 17Studio LLC presents 911: Cannibal. This survival game tests your wits and wiles against a relentless cannibal adversary. Can you avoid becoming his next meal?
911: Prey – January 17
Another offering from 17Studio LLC, 911: Prey immerses you in a terrifying exploration narrative. Unravel Minnesota’s darkest secrets in this spine-tingling adventure with multiple endings.
Cherry Tower – January 17
Webnetic s. r. o. presents Cherry Tower, a delightful platformer optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Join Cherry as she embarks on a charming adventure to climb home while confronting various obstacles.
Hen, Chicks, and Cats – January 17
RISING MOON GAMES delivers a logic puzzle game where strategic moves are key to keeping the hen out of trouble. Master your path as the whimsical bird “Ju” maneuvers through challenges.
Hexa River – January 17
Omegga Interactive invites players into a serene world of puzzle-solving. Guide water through elaborate paths to restore life to island crops while enjoying soothing visuals and sounds in Hexa River.
Spot Challenge Vol. 1 – January 17
Lucky Raccoon Games embraces nostalgia with Spot Challenge Vol. 1, offering over 360 differences to find in classic spot-the-difference style. Test your observation skills as you try to spot them all.
Tales of Graces f Remastered – January 17
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. revives this fantasy RPG with a remastered edition that promises smoother gameplay. Enjoy the story of friendship and resolve with updated visual and gameplay mechanics.
Gear up for an exhilarating week of gaming with these diverse and engaging titles. Whether you’re in the mood for mind-bending puzzles, thrilling platformers, or deep narratives, there’s something here to captivate every gamer’s heart.
