Welcome to another edition of Next Week on Xbox! Every week, I break down the latest games launching on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. Here’s all the info you need on what’s coming up. Don’t forget to check the game profiles for more details and remember that release dates might shift. Let’s dive in!
### Vagrus – The Riven Realms
Releasing on March 31, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery, is Vagrus – The Riven Realms. This game invites you on a treacherous journey through a land abandoned by gods, ravaged by a magical disaster. As the leader of a traveling company, you’ll rely on trade, combat, and exploration for survival in this acclaimed turn-based, post-apocalyptic fantasy RPG by Lost Pilgrims Studios.
### Blankspace
Arriving on April 2, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery, Blankspace offers a unique blend of visual novel and escape room. Dive into this world to interact with Beryl, explore your surroundings, solve puzzles, and find a way out of a mysterious room developed by Penguin Pop Games LLC.
### Dagger Froggy
Also releasing on April 2, this game allows you to strategically enhance your frogs with unique gear and weapons. Featuring an exciting mix of buffs and coin expenditure, you’ll navigate up to 15 different frogs through challenging stages. Will you conquer them all?
### Little Ant Adventure
Hitting the screens on April 2 and tailored for Xbox Series X|S, Little Ant Adventure is a heartwarming 2D platformer. Lead a courageous ant through three vibrant worlds packed with traps, foes, and challenges, all while enjoying beautifully hand-crafted levels and animations, coupled with an immersive soundtrack.
### Ninja Escape Danger
Launching on April 2, Ninja Escape Danger is a retro pixel art platformer set in a deadly dungeon of traps. Wield your sword and swift dashes to combat enemies and avoid hazards in true classic game style. Precision and quick reflexes are your best allies here.
### Poly Match
Get ready for the release on April 2. Poly Match offers a unique polygon puzzle experience where strategic swiping aligns pieces to complete images. Immerse yourself in creating poly art masterpieces within a challenging polysphere world.
### Sol Dorado Heist (Xbox Series X|S)
Coming out on April 2 and optimized for Xbox Series X|S, this adventure begins when Alex Thorn, suffering from amnesia, finds herself unwittingly entangled in casino heists orchestrated by the enigmatic Silent Ace. With the cops closing in, time is ticking on the biggest score yet.
### Autopsy Simulator
Launching on April 3, Autopsy Simulator takes you on a gripping narrative where you play a pathologist whose life takes an unexpected turn. During a routine autopsy, a relic from the past emerges, leading you down a dark path.
### Bee Flowers Bundle – Xbox + Windows
Arriving April 3, Bee Flowers is set to captivate you with its delightful puzzle gameplay. Guide bees through vibrant flower fields using hexagonal grids. It’s a perfect mix of strategy and relaxation, providing challenging puzzles that promise hours of enjoyment.
### Caligo (Xbox Series X|S)
Releasing on April 3 and optimized for Xbox Series X|S, Caligo is an introspective walking simulator. Traverse a mysterious realm defined by the personal darkness each player brings, promising an intriguing journey and a thought-provoking encounter.
### Fantasy Tower Defense
Get ready for April 3 with Fantasy Tower Defense. Protect your kingdom by strategically constructing towers and harnessing elemental powers. This game enhances traditional tower defense with spells and multiple upgrade paths to fend off relentless monster waves.
### Sociable Soccer 25
Available from April 3 and optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery, Sociable Soccer 25 makes its Xbox debut with a rich player roster and immersive gameplay. Experience the thrill of the world’s favorite sport through intuitive mechanics.
### Alien Cat Story
Join the adventure on April 4 with Alien Cat Story, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. On an alien planet filled with puzzles and unexpected allies, assist in repairing a spaceship to escape this perilous world.
### Chippy’s Stash
Launching on April 4 and optimized for Xbox Series X|S, Chippy’s Stash is a puzzle game where you help Chippy, the resourceful squirrel, prepare for winter. Manipulate your way through various obstacles to safely store Chippy’s acorns.
### Is This Game Trying to Kill Me?
On April 4, delve into a horror-themed first-person puzzle experience. Escape the mysterious boon of a secluded forest cabin where the line between reality and a malevolent video game twists, and escape means survival.
### Light-It Up
Coming out on April 4, Light-It Up presents a vibrant journey as you animate a dark world with brilliant colors while navigating challenges that test your reflexes and dexterity.
### My Little Universe
With a release on April 4, this game, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Xbox Play Anywhere and Smart Delivery, opens the cosmos for exploration. Gather friends for split-screen co-op, solve mysteries, and fend off enemies as you unravel fascinating adventures.
### Project 13: Nightwatch
Available from April 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery, engage in a thrilling gameplay premise where you’re an Observer. Guard against anomalies infiltrating Project 13 Headquarters, using high-tech tools and your observation prowess.
### The Renovator: Origins
Set for release on April 4, this first-person psychological horror lets you explore a world behind art exhibits. As you unravel past mysteries, discover the intersections of art and paranormal in this gripping narrative.
### Royal Romances: The Power of Chosen One CE Xbox
Set to release on April 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery, take on the role of the Chosen One with the potential to command dragons. Explore magical forests, forge alliances, and find hidden objects to bring peace to the kingdom.
That’s a wrap on what’s arriving next week on Xbox. Whether you’re into strategy, adventure, puzzles, or action, there’s something for everyone to look forward to. Enjoy the games, and let us know which ones you’re most excited about!
