As the Xbox Series X/S keeps gaining momentum in its latest year, Microsoft’s gaming console is steadily building a solid lineup. Typically, a console only starts showing its full potential in the latter half of its life cycle. This often occurs when developers shift their focus away from cross-generation games to concentrate solely on newer systems. While the Xbox Series X/S hasn’t fully reached this stage yet, it’s gradually heading in that direction.
The past couple of years have seen an impressive array of games, especially in the open-world category. Take 2022 for example – titles like Elden Ring, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, A Plague Tale: Requiem, and Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands each brought unique adventures to the table. Following this trend, the subsequent year introduced gems like Dead Space, Street Fighter 6, Hi-Fi Rush, Remnant 2, Forza Motorsport, and Lies of P. This raises the question: which upcoming Xbox games are generating the most buzz for 2024?
It’s important to point out that we’ll focus on the North American release dates for both new Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One titles, along with some expansions.
As of November 27, 2024, new announcements for the upcoming year are slowing down as the holiday season approaches. However, several Xbox titles have been added to the release list: Railroads Online, Road Maintenance Simulator 2 – Winter Services, Hunting Simulator 3, Glitch Hero, Penguin’s Road, Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop, Love Too Easily, and Beat the Machine: Rebooted.
Xbox Games Set for Release in November 2024
Microsoft Flight Simulator, Stalker, & More
Xbox appears to boast the standout lineup for November 2024 among all consoles, even if some of its top releases have been available elsewhere for quite some time. Genshin Impact finally arrived on Xbox, a much-anticipated debut for the beloved gacha game that’s been updated numerous times over the years. Additionally, Death Stranding unexpectedly made its way onto Xbox, offering gamers access to one of the more eccentric open-world experiences out there.
However, the undoubted star of November is S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, which is launching straight on Game Pass. This open-world survival horror game from GSC has faced a rocky development journey, making its release all the more exciting. Other significant titles this month include Metal Slug Tactics, Planet Coaster 2, Slitterhead, and Ravenswatch.
Here’s the rundown of November releases:
- November 1: Aero the Acro-Bat: Rascal Rival Revenge, Albatroz, CAFE 0 ~The Sleeping Beast~ REMASTERED
- November 5: Let’s Sing 2025, Metal Slug Tactics
- November 6: Planet Coaster 2, SlavicPunk: Oldtimer
- November 7: Bioframe Outpost, Death Stranding, Empire of the Ants, Goat Simulator Remastered, Magical Bakery, Shieldwall, Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival, Techtonica
- November 8: Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration Expanded Edition, Elderborn, Slitterhead
- November 12: Farming Simulator 25, The Rise of the Golden Idol, Songs of Conquest, Tetris Forever
- November 13: ASTRONEER: Glitchwalkers, Songs Of Silence
- November 14: Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, Heretic’s Fork, Irem Collection Volume 2, Petit Island, Rage of the Dragons NEO, Smoothcade, VED
- November 15: Great God Grove, Matsuro Palette, Path of Exile 2
- November 19: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
- November 20: Genshin Impact, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
- November 21: Amedama, The Devil Within: Satgat, Divine Dynamo Flamefrit
- November 22: Arida: Backland’s Awakening – Definitive Edition
- November 26: Neon Blood, Nine Sols
- November 28: Beyond Hanwell, Glitch Hero, MXGP 24: The Official Game, Ravenswatch, Tokyo Psychodemic, Penguin’s Road
Xbox Games Set for Release in December 2024
Marvel Rivals, Indiana Jones, & More
December is typically a quieter month for game releases, aside from the early days during which the most notable titles tend to drop. Even so, Xbox’s lineup for December 2024 holds its own, thanks notably to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Also launching on PC, this game will be a temporary console exclusive, giving Game Pass subscribers access to the franchise’s first major release in quite some time. Though its first-person perspective has drawn some skepticism, it could leverage MachineGames’ strengths quite well.
Also on deck is Marvel Rivals, anticipated to be the next major multiplayer hero shooter. While not every game in this genre hits it big, the Marvel name will undoubtedly draw players in. Fans are also looking forward to the Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered.
Check out the December schedule:
- December 3: Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age
- December 4: The Thaumaturge
- December 5: Entropy Survivors, Fantasia Neo Dimension, Little Big Adventure: Twinsen’s Quest, Love Too Easily, Railroads Online, Symphonia, UFL, Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop
- December 6: Beat the Machine: Rebooted, Dog Man: Mission Impawsible, Marvel Rivals, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun – Aiko’s Choice
- December 9: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Road Maintenance Simulator 2 – Winter Services
- December 10: Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered
- December 17: Flint: Treasure of Oblivion
Xbox 2024 Games Without Specific Dates
Croc & More
While numerous games are slated for a 2024 release, some projects linger without set dates. Various publishers and developers have hinted at launching their titles within the year, but haven’t committed to exact release timings. Now that the year is winding down, it’s likely we’ll see many of these pushed to 2025.
Anticipated titles include:
- Amerzone – The Explorer’s Legacy
- Arctic Awakening
- Corsairs – Battle of the Caribbean
- Croc: Legend of the Gobbos Remastered
- Crossy Road Castle
- Death Relives
- Fractured Veil
- The Heirloom
- Honeycomb: The World Beyond
- Indika
- King of Meat
- Lab Rat
- Little Devil Inside
- Mafia: The Old Country
- Monolith: Requiem of the Ancients
- New Star GP
- Ripout
- Routine
- SacriFire
- Sopa – Tale of the Stolen Potato
- Soup Pot
- Steel Seed
- Timemelters
- Transformers: Reactivate
- Turbo Kid
- WitchSpring R
- Whalefall
- Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade
Xbox Games Coming Out in January 2025
Tales Of Graces, Sniper Elite, & More
January 2025 might not be bustling with new Xbox releases, but there’s enough to keep gamers entertained as they look ahead to February’s big hitters. Dynasty Warriors, a series known for its niche appeal, promises advances with Origins, especially vis-à-vis graphics—hopefully surpassing Dynasty Warriors 9.
Fans of JRPGs should be thrilled by Tales of Graces f Remastered, debuting on Xbox consoles, with combat that is a high point for both the series and genre at large. There’s also Synduality: Echo of Ada, a looter-shooter with an anime vibe and exciting prospects. Sniper Elite: Resistance promises to continue the successful legacy of Rebellion’s offering.
Here’s what January brings:
- January 16: Morkull Ragast’s Rage
- January 17: Dynasty Warriors: Origins, Tales of Graces f Remastered
- January 22: ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
- January 23: Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles Remaster, Synduality: Echo of Ada
- January 28: Cuisineer, The Stone of Madness, Warside
- January 30: Sniper Elite: Resistance
Xbox Games Coming Out in February 2025
Avowed, Assassin’s Creed, Monster Hunter, Civilization, & More
February 2025 is shaping up to be a powerhouse month for all platforms. With the fiscal year concluding in March, big releases often stack up in February. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Civilization 7, and Assassin’s Creed Shadows headline this packed schedule.
Ubisoft’s Japan-based Assassin’s Creed project hasn’t had the smoothest development journey, but might pull it together for its debut. Avowed stands as Xbox’s flagship exclusive for February, representing Obsidian’s most ambitious project yet. Fans can look forward to Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii and capping off the month with Monster Hunter Wilds—quite the lineup.
Major Upcoming Xbox Games With Later 2025 Dates or No Exact Release Years
Kingdom Come, Elder Scrolls, & More
When games are said to be "coming soon," that can mean within the next few months—or several years down the line. Projects like Beyond Good and Evil 2 and Control 2 are still in progress, with details about their releases scarce.
The Xbox Series X/S is slated to host numerous exciting titles, though many have disclosed few specifics. The Elder Scrolls 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, and Ark 2 are among these eagerly awaited names, but might still be a ways off, simply skimming the surface of what’s in store.
Mark your calendars for confirmed dates, like:
- March 2025: Football Manager 25
- March 4, 2025: Two Point Museum
- March 6, 2025: Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster
- March 18, 2025: Lost Records: Bloom and Rage Tape 2
- March 21, 2025: Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land
- March 25, 2025: Tales of the Shire: A Lord of The Rings Game
- March 27, 2025: Atomfall
- April 17, 2025: Mandragora
- April 24, 2025: Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
Other projects are also underway, including new installments in big franchises, exciting indies, and intriguing sequels, covering a gamut of gaming tastes and styles.
Rumored Xbox Games
There’s always buzz around potential releases even if they haven’t been formally announced. Titles like Gears 6 are expected to surface eventually, although nothing is set in stone.
These speculative titles are just that—rumors—so take them with a pinch of salt until something official drops. However, they continue to fuel fan discussions and speculation about where Xbox is heading next!
