Next Week on Xbox is bringing an exciting lineup of games to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. Let’s dive into what’s coming up, complete with details and links to learn more about each title (note that release dates could be subject to change).
First up, we have “Beautiful Sakura: Surfing Club” launching on Windows come January 15. Imagine Kaito’s surprise when he unexpectedly connects with the new girl at school, Michiko. Their budding relationship takes a twist with the revelation of Michiko’s twin sister, Yuuki. As feelings become tangled, Kaito is faced with a choice, but is it already too late?
Also arriving is “The Bit’s Escape” on January 15, tailored for Xbox Series X|S. Step into the shoes—or gears—of a small machine named Bit’s, constructed underground with dreams of exploring the surface world. This platform adventure features straightforward controls and captivating gameplay.
Get ready to paint the world colorful with “Perfect Ninja Painter 3” on January 15, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery support. In this vivid puzzle platformer, you’ll guide three ninjas equipped with paintbrushes to bring color to a drab world, navigate challenges, and solve puzzles creatively and strategically.
Rev up for “Runny Bunny – Console Edition,” also dropping on January 15. This side-scrolling pixel art platformer lets you dash through levels as a nimble bunny, collecting power-ups and dodging obstacles for a fast-paced, carrot-collecting adventure.
“Sokorobot,” launching January 15 and enhanced for Xbox Series X|S, lets you control a smart bot tasked with creating pathways and solving puzzles to progress through futuristic levels. Strategy and foresight are your allies in this engaging puzzle challenge.
Enter the lab of a mad scientist in “Suikaiju,” releasing January 15. As the mastermind, you’re responsible for merging Kaiju Cores to trigger the evolution of monstrous creatures. Will you succeed in creating the ultimate Kaiju to dominate the world?
“SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada” (Deluxe and Ultimate Edition Early Access) ventures onto Xbox Series X|S on January 15. Set in 2222, long after a deadly storm decimated humanity, you’ll scavenge for precious AO Crystals and band together with an AI partner to combat lurking dangers.
“Morkul Ragast’s Rage” arrives on January 16, offering Xbox Series X|S optimization. This 2D action-platformer allows you to control Morkull, the God of Death and Darkness, and engage in a story that frequently breaks the fourth wall to interact directly with the player.
Continue the puzzling fun with “Mystery Box: Evolution” on January 16. This sequel challenges you to crack numerous riddles, maneuvering wheels, levers, and buttons to unlock 57 intriguing puzzle boxes.
Master the skies with “Professor Doctor Jetpack” on January 16, featuring physics-based, pixel art precision. You’ll join the digital echoes of Albert Einstein in a zany journey to harness your jetpack skills and thwart unexpected threats like The Internet.
Brace yourself for a retro-style horror in “Things Too Ugly,” landing January 16. You’ll delve into the archives at TEREBRO INC., uncovering unsettling secrets during your late-night data processing shift.
“Vanity Fair: The Pursuit” is set for January 16, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and featuring Xbox Play Anywhere. Navigate the entertainment industry’s turbulent waters and reckon with choices impacting your survival from 2004 to 2024.
“911: Cannibal” and “911: Prey” both release on January 17. In “Cannibal,” survival hinges on your stealth and wit as you evade a cannibal’s clutches. In “Prey,” within a spine-chilling residence, uncover stories of a notorious Minnesota maniac, leading to multiple endings based on your actions.
“Cherry Tower Series X|S,” arriving January 17, invites you on a charming 2D pixel adventure with Cherry, as you endeavor to climb towers and tackle obstacles on your quest back home.
“Hen, Chicks, and Cats” schedules its debut for January 17 on Xbox Series X|S. This logic puzzle game demands foresight and strategy as you help a hen navigate tricky terrain, avoiding known pitfalls like hostile cats.
Take on water-based puzzles in “Hexa River,” flowing onto Xbox Series X|S on January 17. Bring life to islands with carefully guided water flows, all to the soothing sounds and mesmerizing visuals that define this relaxing game.
Relive classic puzzle gaming vibes with “Spot Challenge Vol. 1” landing on January 17, offering a nostalgic test of your observation skills as you spot differences between images across numerous levels.
Wrapping up the week, “Tales of Graces f Remastered” makes its return with a remastered edition launching January 17 for Xbox Series X|S. Experience this enriched action RPG tale set in fantastical worlds, where friendships and courage are the keys to overcoming trials. The edition also enriches the storyline with the Lineage and Legacies epilogue.
These upcoming titles showcase a rich blend of genres and innovative gameplay on Xbox platforms, promising something for every gamer’s taste.
