Welcome to another exciting edition of Next Week on Xbox! Every week, we give you a sneak peek into the new and upcoming games for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. Have a look at the games set for release, and feel free to click on each title to learn more (remember, release dates can change!). Ready? Let’s dive in!
Neon Blood – November 26
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
In the year 2053, society has crumbled after an ancient war, leaving behind just inequality. This divide is starkly represented in Viridis, a city split between the perilous Blind City and the opulent Bright City. Enter Axel McCoin, a former detective who finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and corruption that threatens the fragile peace of Viridis.
Nine Sols – November 26
- Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
This beautifully hand-drawn 2D action-platformer draws inspiration from Sekiro with its deflection-based combat system. Step into a mystical, Asia-like realm and unravel the tale of a once-great land governed by ancient alien masters. Follow a determined warrior on his mission to defeat the formidable 9 Sols, the overlords of this abandoned world.
Tribe: Primitive Builder – November 27
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Pulled from the water by a mysterious local, your adventure begins on a mysterious island filled with hidden dangers. With the help of your savior, navigate unknown territories featuring treacherous volcanos, enigmatic characters, and covert tribes. Will you conquer the island’s challenges and make it out alive?
SokoNature – November 27
Offering 50 complex levels, SokoNature gradually ramps up in difficulty, introducing new mechanics. Grow in size by grabbing seeds or shrink when taking damage. If you’re hit while you’re small, it’s game over. Can you master the increasing challenges of the board tiles and foes?
Beyond Hanwell – November 28
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Journey back to Hanwell’s eerie locales set in a darker version of London. Discover secrets and lore as you trek through Westminster, scavenging for items like weapons and ammunition. Use ingenuity and the environment to your advantage as you fend off anomalies in a desperate fight for survival.
Death Elevator – November 28
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Welcome to the merciless world of Death Elevator, where a single hit spells doom. This sleek, low-poly FPS demands sharp reflexes and strategic moves. As you ascend through randomized levels, face a relentless tide of foes armed with a changing arsenal, while uncovering the elevator’s underlying mystery.
Glitch Hero – November 28
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere
This thrilling adventure challenges you to help Ada save Codeland by conquering enemies and clearing dungeons through logical puzzles and sophisticated visual algorithms. It’s a test of your problem-solving prowess suitable for players of all ages.
MXGP 24: The Official Game – November 28
After a three-year hiatus, the official MXGP game is back with all the bikes and tracks from the 2024 schedule. Get ready for a complete championship experience, racing with 50 riders from teams like Red Bull KTM and Monster Energy Yamaha across 20 thrilling tracks.
Penguin’s Road – November 28
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Dive into this action-packed 3rd-person shooter where you face attacks from land, sea, and air. Utilize a variety of weapons and tactics—from run-and-gun to tank deployments—to outsmart your foes and achieve victory in high-energy matches.
Ravenswatch – November 28
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Immerse yourself in a rogue-like action game filled with legendary heroes slaying nightmarish creatures. Building on the success of Curse of the Dead Gods, Passtech Games offers refined gameplay that promises endless replayability, either solo or in cooperative mode.
ReactorX 3 – November 28
Immerse yourself in this calming puzzle game as you restore a spaceship’s damaged energy systems. The goal is to strategically move reactors and activate power grids, tackling directional and color-matching puzzles, offering a fresh level of complexity without losing its accessible charm.
Cursed Feed – November 29
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Join the Thornvale family as they grapple with a sinister force unleashed by an ancient discovery. Every night brings terror with increasing paranormal disturbances. Can they uncover the hidden truths within their home before it’s too late?
Find Love or Die Trying – November 29
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Engage in a dating show with deadly stakes—staying single means meeting an untimely end. Navigate the twists and turns as you try to find romance before you find yourself on a date with disaster.
Fly Corp – November 29
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Taking you through nearly 180 territories and tens of thousands of cities, this game allows you to construct airports globally and move passengers worldwide. Adapt to diverse global strategies: short routes across Europe or longer, costly routes in expansive regions.
Furious Bikers – November 29
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Race through 30 exhilarating tracks at breakneck speeds, avoiding hazards while grabbing speed boosts. Use coins collected to unlock new skins, and dodge or combat opponents to claim the ultimate Furious Biker trophy on an international showdown.
Pure Mini Golf – November 29
Challenge your skills across 50 unique minigolf levels, each with its own challenges and twists. Easy controls make it accessible for everyone while three different modes ensure players can progress from rookies to master putters.
Shines Over: The Damned – November 29
- Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery
Enter a chilling first-person horror experience where you must navigate a terrifying world with no name or allies—except your loyal German Shepherd. Tensions run high as you’re forced to rely on your wits to survive amid an eerie atmosphere that’ll test all your senses.
Grab your controllers and get ready for a week full of epic gaming experiences with these diverse and intriguing titles on Xbox!
