Hey gamers, welcome to another “Next Week on Xbox” lineup! Each week, we dive into the exciting new games hitting Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. Below you’ll find all the details you need about the upcoming titles, and you can click on their profiles for even more info. Release dates might shift a bit, so let’s get started!
First up, we have “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle,” arriving on December 9 for Game Pass Ultimate and fully optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Step into the thrilling shoes of Indiana Jones in this solo adventure set in 1937, wedged between “Raiders of the Lost Ark” and “The Last Crusade.” Mysterious forces are on a relentless hunt for an ancient power hidden in the Great Circle, and it’s Indy’s job to stop them.
Next is “Road Maintenance Simulator 2 + Winter Services,” also launching December 9 with Xbox Series X|S optimization. Dive into the daily grind of road work with the added twist of winter service duties. Whether you’re clearing snow or fixing potholes, you’ll tackle over 40 real-world tasks using a variety of tools and vehicles.
Following closely is “Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered,” dropping on December 10. Enhanced for the Xbox Series X|S, this remaster brings you back to the epic saga of Kain and Raziel, offering both the original experience and remastered graphics. Emerge from the abyss with a vengeance using your supernatural abilities to strike down your vampire foes.
Football fans, check out “Maximum Football” on December 10, a free-to-play and highly customizable football simulation. Step into the tactical role of a head coach, designing every aspect of your team and calling the shots on the field.
For those nostalgic for Saturday mornings, “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind” comes to life on December 10, optimized with Smart Delivery. Get your morph on as you tackle a timeline-altering challenge where Robo Rita unites with a younger self to thwart the Power Rangers.
Relax with “Summer Tri-Peaks Solitaire” on December 10. This classic card game features beautiful animations and offers puzzles that are incredibly fun yet simple to pick up.
Meanwhile, “Unwording,” releasing on December 10, takes players on a journey through the mind of Tom. Solve word puzzles and explore his neighborhood while helping him break free from negative thoughts.
On December 11, tune into “Chess Infinity,” which invites all chess enthusiasts, whether you’re a beginner or a grandmaster. Enjoy seven distinct chess sets across various stunning global environments.
Embark on a magical adventure in “Frozen Gauntlet,” arriving December 11. Join Zen, an adventurer armed with a spellbinding gauntlet, on this unique platforming journey back home.
For fans of hidden object games, check out “Hidden Cats in Santa’s Realm,” available December 11. Dive into the season’s spirit by tracking down elusive felines in Santa’s festive world.
Join Marshmallow Marvin on December 11 as he maneuvers through traps and spikes in a quest for freedom in a dungeon adventure full of quick thinking and skillful moves.
“Nefiriya and the Sands of Eternity,” premiering December 11, casts players as Nefiriya who wakes from a millennia-long slumber. Navigate out of an ancient pyramid and start anew in the modern world!
If you fancy a blend of visual novel and bullet hell, “Dreamless Girl,” releasing December 12, offers it all. Engage in school life by day and take on dreamscapes at night as the Dreambreaker.
Dive into the Italian-themed soulslike “Enotria: The Last Song” on December 12. Set in a world of eternal stasis, only you can break the cycle and vanquish its creators.
“Malu the Princess,” available December 12, will have you teaming up with Malu on her quest to reclaim her stolen crown across 40 platforming levels.
For pet lovers, “Pet Shop Simulator” on December 12 lets you run your own store, matching adorable animals with loving new homes.
Have a blast with “Smoots Summer Games II,” on December 12, where you and friends can enjoy a variety of arcade-style sports events.
Embark on an intriguing decade-spanning journey in “Tri Breaker: A Sacred Symbols Odyssey,” on December 12, which follows Colin and Chris on new adventures.
In “Universe For Sale” on December 12, experience a surreal market beneath Jupiter’s clouds, with a story infused with mystery and unique characters.
Step into a hero’s role in “Apex Heroines” on December 13, where you’ll unravel secrets tied to metahuman activity alongside a squad of comrades in this Xbox Series X|S optimized series.
In “Blind – The Unseen Truth,” launching December 13, face a city’s mysteries through the eyes of a girl who can see what others can’t, with your choices affecting the narrative’s outcome.
Don’t miss the psychological trappings of “Don’t Let Him In,” out December 13. What starts as a road trip escalates into dark horror when a hitchhiker steps in.
Nostalgia hits hard with “Ninja 1987,” landing December 13. It’s an 8-bit action platformer full of challenging bosses reminiscent of yesteryears.
Climb to new heights in “Overtop,” out December 13. This charming yet challenging game tasks you with navigating an owlet back to its nest.
Explore cities and complete your quest in “Shy Cats Hidden Tracks – Vol. 1” on December 13, by helping a choir of hidden kittens band together.
In “Unsolved Case: Above the Law CE,” debuting December 13, pursue justice in a world where a powerful villain rains chaos down on the city.
Face thrilling detective challenges in “Unsolved Case: Murderous Script CE” on December 13, unraveling intricate mysteries through the eyes of determined characters.
Finally, tackle the menacing enigma behind the “Unsolved Case: The Scarlet Hyacinth CE,” releasing December 13, as you pursue a crafty murderer.
And rounding out the lineup, join the zany world of “Zombie Rollerz: Pinball Heroes,” available December 13. This game mixes pinball, point defense, and zombie smashing for endless fun.
