Next Week on Xbox is your guide to upcoming releases for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. We’ve got the scoop on some exciting new games, complete with links to find more info. Remember, release dates might change!
First up, we have Beautiful Sakura: Surfing Club (Windows) releasing on January 15. Kaito almost couldn’t believe it when he connected with Michiko, the new girl at school. But as they grew closer, he found out she has a twin sister, Yuuki, stirring up his emotions. As he sorts through his feelings, he wonders who he truly wants to be with.
Next is The Bit’s Escape, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and also dropping on January 15. This game lets you join Bit’s, a small robot with dreams of escape and exploration. With straightforward controls and captivating gameplay, it’s a platformer that’s hard to put down.
Perfect Ninja Painter 3, also set for a January 15 release, is crafted for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery. Dive into a colorful puzzle platformer adventure where three ninjas brighten up a dull world. Armed with paintbrushes, they solve puzzles and maneuver through obstacles using creativity and strategic thinking.
Runny Bunny – Console Edition is hopping onto Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery on January 15. This speedy little bunny game transforms puzzle action into an exciting side-scrolling adventure where collecting power dots and carrots is the name of the game.
On the same day, Sokorobot joins the party, enhanced for Series X|S with Smart Delivery. It’s a puzzle game with a futuristic twist, where players control a robot to clear paths and advance to the next level, demanding forethought and innovation.
Also releasing on January 15 is Suikaiju, which invites you to play as a mad scientist crafting the ultimate Kaiju by merging Kaiju Cores. The end goal is to create a monster large enough to rule the world!
SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada comes in Deluxe and Ultimate Editions with early access, optimized for Xbox Series X|S on January 15. Set in a future distorted by a toxic rain, you play as a Drifter collecting AO Crystals, partnering with AI to survive in a perilous environment.
Morkull Ragast’s Rage drops on January 16 for Xbox Series X|S. This intriguing game blends platforming and action with exploration, as you control Morkull, the God of Death, who can break the fourth wall in unique interactions.
Get ready for intrigue with Mystery Box: Evolution on January 16. This puzzle series challenges players with 57 boxes of clever riddles to solve, offering thrills for those who love to think on their feet.
Launching the same day, Professor Doctor Jetpack delivers a physics-based platformer challenge. Join Albert Einstein’s digital consciousness on a quirky quest to protect the world from online threats.
Things Too Ugly brings mystery and suspense on January 16. Navigate the archives of TEREBRO INC. in 1986 as a Risk Assessment Data Processor, unearthing unsettling secrets during the night shift.
Releasing on January 16, Vanity Fair: The Pursuit delves into the complexities of life choices and survival in the entertainment sector. The story spans two decades in an imaginative world, where you’re caught in the chaos of Vanity Fair.
Unravel the mystery of survival with 911: Cannibal, arriving on January 17. In this horror experience, your wits and memory are key to evading a cannibal, ensuring you stay out of his clutches.
911: Prey also launches on January 17, inviting you into a chilling exploration of a notorious psychopath’s residence. With multiple endings, unraveling this horror story demands courage and resourcefulness.
On a lighter note, Cherry Tower on January 17 is a sweet pixel platformer. Guide Cherry through charming challenges to reach her destination, overcoming cunning traps along the way.
For puzzle enthusiasts, Hen, Chicks, and Cats drops on January 17. This whimsical game, optimized for Xbox Series X|S, requires strategic movement to avoid traps and unfriendly cats.
Experience the serenity of Hexa River on January 17, where you direct water through mind-bending puzzles to revive island life. With soothing music and stunning graphics, it’s a game that offers both challenge and relaxation.
Spot Challenge Vol. 1 lands on January 17, inspired by classic "Spot the Differences" puzzles. Search through 35 levels, finding all the hidden differences to keep you entertained and engaged.
Pre-order Tales of Graces f Remastered before its January 17 release. This beloved RPG returns, refined for the modern player, with bonus after-story content sure to delight fans old and new.
Mark your calendars and gear up for these exciting new experiences hitting Xbox. Whether you love puzzles, action, or adventure, there’s something on this list just for you!
