Next Week on Xbox is here with a sneak peek at the exciting games making their way to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass soon. We’ve gathered more information on each of these upcoming titles, complete with links to their profiles for those who want to dive deeper. Ensure to keep an eye out since release dates may shift.
First up, we have “Beautiful Sakura: Surfing Club” launching on Windows on January 15. In this visual novel by Cropware, you step into the shoes of Kaito, who finds himself entwined in a heart-fluttering high school romance. Just as sparks start flying with Michiko, a new girl in school, he discovers she has a twin sister. Will Kaito’s heart lead him astray, or will he find clarity in his choices?
Also slated for release on January 15 and optimized for Xbox Series X|S is “The Bit’s Escape,” developed by RainForest Game Studio. This engaging platformer lets you guide Bit, a plucky little machine yearning for freedom beyond its underground lab. You’ll face exhilarating challenges as you help Bit journey to the world above with simple controls and captivating gameplay.
Next, “Perfect Ninja Painter 3” brightens up January 15 with its vibrant puzzle-platforming experience, also optimized for the new Xbox consoles with Smart Delivery. Crafted by SilenGames, you will march through gray worlds, tasked with using your ninja paintbrushes to solve puzzles and paint paths of color.
On that same day, brace yourself for “Runny Bunny – Console Edition,” presented by Eastasiasoft Limited and fully optimized for the latest Xbox hardware. This quirky side-scrolling puzzle game enlists players to embody a swift little bunny, hopping through pixelated worlds to hoard carrots and power dots.
Then there’s “Sokorobot” gearing up for a January 15 release with optimizations for Xbox Series X|S. It’s a charming puzzle game where your robot protagonist cleverly maneuvers through intricate levels to hit that elusive unlock button, perfect for those who love classic puzzle twists set in futuristic environments.
Moving to January 15 with a futuristic flair, “Suikaiju” lets you partake in a wild creation spree with Synnergy Circle Games. Play as a mad scientist turned ultimate Kaiju creator, merging units to evolve the fiercest giants with a mission to dominate the globe.
Excitingly available for pre-order, “SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada Deluxe Edition” drops into 2222’s dystopian setup, tasking players with seeking precious AO Crystals to survive. Bandai Namco Entertainment brings us this early access beginning January 15, offering an intense battle alongside AI partner to combat monstrous threats.
On January 16, get ready for “Morkul Ragast’s Rage,” a 2D platformer from Selecta Play. Control Morkull, the devious God of Darkness, who amusingly breaks the fourth wall to interact with you for intriguing storytelling layers in this action-heavy title.
Dive into suspense with “Mystery Box: Evolution,” also launching January 16. Unveil secrets concealed within 57 enigmatic boxes as you work through this second chapter in the Mystery Box saga, challenging your wits and puzzle-solving finesse.
Prepare for an Einstein-inspired thrill ride on January 16 with “Professor Doctor Jetpack,” crafted by Roflcopter Ink GmbH. Navigate pixelated universes armed with a jetpack, guided by the relics of the great scientist to avert online threats.
In “Things Too Ugly,” launching January 16, step into the mysterious depths of TEREBRO INC. as you sift through eerie archives unraveling enigmatic corporate secrets in this 1980s-themed adventure from Baltoro Games.
Travel through cinematic narratives with “Vanity Fair: The Pursuit” starting January 16. Navigate the treacherous waters of the entertainment industry where decisions shape your destiny in this interactive real-life fiction crafted by NiuGamer.
Come January 17, outwit and escape the horrifying clutches in “911: Cannibal” by 17Studio LLC where sharp skills and keen observation determine your survival in this gruesome hide-and-seek horror adventure.
Also on January 17, immerse in terror-filled narratives with “911: Prey,” blending exploration and survival horror as you unravel chilling mysteries in Minnesota’s infamously haunted locales.
For a sweet detour, “Cherry Tower Series X|S” offers nostalgic charm from Webnetic s. r. o., also releasing January 17. Traverse a pixelated world with puzzles and platforms amid tantalizing adventures up a mysterious tower.
Logic and strategy converge in “Hen, Chicks, and Cats,” another charming puzzle title launching January 17. Plan your moves to save the scared hen Ju from every possible peril, courtesy of Rising Moon Games.
“Hexa River,” arriving January 17, unfolds Omegga Interactive’s mesmerizing low-poly landscapes, inviting you to solve complex puzzles with a soothing soundtrack as you nourish the virtual island world.
Search for subtlety in “Spot Challenge Vol. 1,” slated for January 17, and flex your sharp-eyed skills across 35 levels as you charge through this classic yet modernized spot-the-differences escapade by Lucky Raccoon Games.
And don’t miss the January 17 release of “Tales of Graces f Remastered” by Bandai Namco Entertainment. This remaster fine-tunes the beloved RPG gameplay for a seamless fantasy adventure enriched with timeless stories of friendship and courage.
That’s a look at what’s heading to your Xbox! Let’s dive into these worlds and see what awaits on screen. Keep checking back for more releases and updates.
