Welcome to another exciting edition of Next Week on Xbox! Every week, we dive into the latest offerings coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and Game Pass. This week is packed with thrilling games and updates to capture your attention, so check out the upcoming titles below. Remember, release dates can shift, so stay tuned for any updates. Let’s get started!
First up, on April 8, we have Age of Empires IV: Knights of Cross and Rose hitting the shelves for both Console and PC. This DLC puts the player at the helm of two legendary armies drawn from historical events. Whether you’re a veteran gamer or new to the franchise, there’s a wealth of richly detailed, historical content waiting to be explored across various gameplay modes.
For fans of adventure and hidden object games, get ready for Faircroft’s Antiques: The Mountaneer’s Legacy Collector’s Edition from Ocean Media. Immerse yourself in a captivating story full of mysteries and breathtaking settings as you join Mia Faircroft on another exciting quest.
Also releasing on April 8, exclusively optimized for Xbox Series X|S, is IXION from Kasedo Games. Here, you’ll navigate a space station named Tiqqun adrift in the cosmos, seeking a new sanctuary for the remnants of humanity after Earth’s ecosystems fail. Your strategic prowess is critical in this narrative of survival and hope.
On April 8, travel to the mystical American South in South of Midnight. Available on Console, PC, Game Pass, and optimized for Xbox Series X|S, this third-person action-adventure game lets players explore a fantastical, folklore-heavy world while playing as Hazel. Early access is available through the South of Midnight Premium Edition.
Coming soon for enthusiasts of retro gaming experiences, Anima Flux is a title set against a strikingly picturesque puzzle platform. Release is set for April 9, with an Xbox Series X|S optimization, offering a world where each jump intricately reshapes reality.
Commandos fans can rejoice with the latest in the saga, Commandos: Origins, also releasing on April 9 and available as part of Game Pass. This much-anticipated continuation in the real-time tactics series takes players back to the origins of the elite WWII unit.
Prepare for a quirky Victorian mystery with Detective From The Crypt (Xbox Series X|S), launching on April 9. You’ll guide a ghostly young detective and her spectral cat companion in a quest through haunting puzzles and intriguing discoveries.
For platformer enthusiasts, come April 9, Ellphaser offers an innovative twist on the genre. Each jump reshapes the environment, presenting dynamic challenge maps for players to navigate as a daring elephant character.
On April 9, Little Droid lands, bringing with it the excitement of an adventure platformer filled with hidden dangers and challenges optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Navigate through tricky levels, ensuring your droid remains powered up.
April 9 also sees Secrets In Green debuting. Enter a story about Alma, who discovers mysterious happenings in her addictive journey through an overgrown garden. The suspense is palpable as you decide whether the visions are real or mere figments.
Finally, prepare for a dragon-filled epic as Suika and Dragons hatches from its egg on April 9, with players guiding young dragons to fulfill their fateful destinies, all while engrossed in engaging puzzles.
Embark on a genre-defying journey in Blue Prince, arriving April 10 and optimized for Xbox Series X|S. In this game, mysteries and strategy intertwine as you navigate through rooms of an enigmatic manor.
Coming the same day, get lost in the minimalist puzzle world of Hook: Complete Edition. Featuring both Hook games, you’ll find relaxation in stripping away hooks from intricate puzzles.
Strategists will find HordeCore engaging come April 10, presenting a crafted world of survival and alliances amidst wastelands and unlimited adventures.
Monaco 2 is poised to deliver slick criminal escapades on April 10, letting you and your team of masterminds take on the luxurious heart of the titular city.
Racers will get a thrill speeding through newly designed tracks in Monster Energy Supercross 25 – The Official Video Game, launching April 10 and capturing the essence of competitive racing in its latest season offering.
Pilo and the Holobook release on April 10 invites players into a storytelling universe, exploring colorful galaxies while unraveling mysterious forces alongside the character Pilo.
April 10 also ventures into retro aesthetics with Pocket Bravery — a modern fighting game inspired by ‘90s classics. Engage in spirited battles with high-level mechanics wrapped in a classic package.
Dive into the chaos of mascot management in Promise Mascot Agency, launching April 10. This offbeat game combines narrative intrigue with mascot mayhem, perfect for quirky adventure seekers.
The same day, expect Steel Seed to trap you in its single-player stealth adventure. Navigate a sci-fi realm filled with darkness and AI-operated challenges alongside your trusty drone companion, Koby.
The mysterious allure of The Sekimeiya: Spun Glass beckons on April 10 with its captivating narrative set in a secluded tower amidst growing tension and unsolvable events.
Philosophers and puzzle enthusiasts will be thrilled by The Talos Principle: Reawakened, releasing April 10. This definitive edition revisits a beloved narrative, blending thought-provoking enigmas with narrative depth.
For a whimsical twist, Bear Escape Mission on April 11 takes you on a lighthearted platform journey alongside a cuddly bear facing an array of challenges.
Hunters get ready for Big Buck Hunter: Ultimate Trophy on April 11. Expanding upon its arcade roots, this hunting game offers a thrilling outdoor experience with plenty of game to pursue.
The Black Within launches as a psychological horror adventure on April 11, putting you through a haunting narrative of consequences, deeply intertwined with fear and greed.
April 11 also provides a light-hearted jaunt with Capy’s Quest. Assume the role of Capybara and shine as a chef superstar amidst summer island delights.
Gear up for mail challenges with Mayhem Mail on April 11, a charming arcade game ensuring every mail finds its perfect destination through humorous and puzzling routes.
Battle through in Mob Control on April 11, dominating your way to victory by multiplying and deploying soldiers strategically to overcome adversaries and secure triumph.
A mellow yet thrilling journey unravels on April 11 in Mortisomem, as this adventure-mystery with retro visuals unfolds its horror tale set in 1917 Brazil.
Face the chaos in West Escape, releasing on April 11, where you defy law and aliens alike in your quest to overcome extraterrestrial devastation in search of love.
Lastly, Windborn – Concrete Jungle, arriving April 11, lets you soar as a bird navigating through unique levels, embracing the thrill of flight alongside your avian companions.
So, get ready to experience a week brimming with new landscapes, mysteries, and adventures in the gaming universe. Dive into the action and explore each unique title offering something special for every player. Happy gaming!
