Next Week on Xbox is your go-to place for all upcoming game releases on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. We’ve got a sneak peek at what’s about to grace your gaming console. Check out the games lined up, and for those keen on more details, just click on the links provided with each profile. Keep in mind, release dates are subject to change.
First up, we’ve got Beautiful Sakura: Surfing Club set to launch on Windows this January 15th. In this emotionally engaging game, you’ll step into the shoes of Kaito, a teenager whose mundane life takes an unexpected turn when he befriends the intriguing new girl, Michiko. Just as things start to heat up, the twist in the tale arrives with the revelation of Michiko’s twin sister, Yuuki. Kaito is left to mull over his feelings. By the time he pins down his emotions, he might find himself a little too late. Who will Kaito ultimately choose?
Jumping from schoolyard dilemmas to an underground lair, The Bit’s Escape also makes its entrance on January 15th, optimized for the Xbox Series X|S. This vibrant platformer places you in the shoes of Bit, a tiny machine with mighty ambitions of breaking free from an underground lab. With simple controls and absorbing gameplay, this one promises to be a thrilling escape adventure.
Perfect Ninja Painter 3 will splash onto your screens on January 15th, sporting a delightful twist of color and puzzles. This game, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery, will have you maneuvering three ninja characters, each armed with a paintbrush, on a mission to color their drab world. You’ll solve clever puzzles using creativity and strategy, making it a unique addition to your gaming collection.
For a side-scrolling kick of fun, look no further than Runny Bunny – Console Edition, dropping on January 15th. This bunny might look cuddly, but he’s fast and determined to collect power dots and carrots. With the classic pixel art platforming style, you’ll be hopping through puzzles at breakneck speed, optimized for Xbox Series X|S via Smart Delivery.
Another puzzler ready to challenge you is Sokorobot, launching January 15th, and it’s tailored for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery. This game marries the charm of classic puzzle mechanics with a robotic twist, inviting players to guide a clever robot through a maze of obstacles to unlock new levels. Flex your strategic muscles and embrace the futuristic setting where careful planning is the key to success.
Dive into the thrilling premise of Suikaiju on the same date, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery. This game puts you in the role of a mad scientist aiming to birth the mightiest Kaiju. Through merging Kaiju Cores, you’ll navigate through evolutionary stages to grow your monster. The question is, can you reach the ultimate evolution?
Jump to 2222 with Synduality Echo of Ada, available for Deluxe and Ultimate Edition Early Access starting January 15th with optimization for Xbox Series X|S. In a world reeling from a toxic rain known as The Tears of the New Moon, you’ll take on the role of a Drifter seeking out valuable AO Crystals. With the aid of an AI partner, your mission is to ward off the fearsome Enders and navigate the remnants of humanity’s challenges.
Come January 16th, Morkull Ragast’s Rage steps into the limelight. Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, this 2D platformer lets you control Morkull, the God of Death and Darkness. With the ability to shatter the fourth wall, Morkull will interact with you directly, offering a fascinating blend of platforming and exploratory gameplay.
The Mystery Box: Evolution arrives to tickle your brains on January 16th. This sequel in the series pulls you into solving puzzles and unlocking boxes, driving you to think outside the box, literally. With a bundle of 57 boxes and countless riddles, prepare to twist handles and push buttons till everything clicks into place.
Physics meets pixel art in Professor Doctor Jetpack releasing January 16th. Follow Albert Einstein’s digitized remains as he embarks on a whimsical quest to tame his jetpack and save the digital world from threats like The Internet.
Uncover secrets in the eerie world of Things Too Ugly, premiering January 16th. Set in the 80s at TEREBRO INC., you’re a risk assessment data processor uncovering secrets lurking beneath. As tension grows, push deeper into the details that will either keep you on edge or have you questioning everything.
In Vanity Fair: The Pursuit, launching January 16th, navigate life’s puzzling choices wrapped in an interactive narrative focusing on entertainment industry trials. Begin your cinematic journey as you sign a fateful gambling agreement, then dance with the whirlpool of opportunities and challenges between 2004 and 2024.
911: Cannibal, debuting January 17th, dares you to outwit a cannibal hunting you down. This horror-survival game tests your wit as you evade capture or risk ending up as the main course. It’s all about how crafty and observant you can be in the spine-chilling scenarios you’ll face.
Joining the horror bandwagon is 911: Prey, also dropping January 17th. Step into a terrifying atmosphere as you delve into a house scarred by the town’s scariest maniac. Discover hidden tasks for one good ending amidst the plethora of terrifying conclusions.
Cherry Tower, a sweet addition releasing January 17th, offers adorable pixel art and platforming challenges. As Cherry, your mission is to ascend the tower in hopes of returning home. Overcome whimsical traps and obstacles, and let your adventurous spirit soar in this optimized title for Xbox Series X|S.
Puzzle enthusiasts will appreciate Hexa River, making a splash on January 17th. Guide streams of water to quench the land’s thirst while solving intricate puzzles. The soothing aesthetics, coupled with engaging challenges, promise to leave you relaxed yet invested.
Challenge your keen eye with Spot Challenge Vol. 1, coming January 17th. This game tests your observation skills as you hunt for differences across 35 levels totaling 360 peculiarities to find. It’s a nod to the much-loved "Spot the Differences" gameplay with a twist.
Finally, gear up for Tales of Graces f Remastered set for release on January 17th. This revamped RPG offers an enchanting journey into a fantasy world full of hurdles conquered through friendship. Including bonus story content in Lineage and Legacies, it comes optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery.
Each of these upcoming games brings a wave of excitement and variety to the Xbox scene, appealing to a broad spectrum of gaming tastes. Whether you’re in the mood for puzzles, engaging narratives, or intense platforming, next week’s lineup is set to keep you entertained and captivated.
