Tumble, Build and Discover Together in Lego Voyagers, Out Today

Tumble, Build and Discover Together in Lego Voyagers, Out Today

What happens when a couple of Legobricks decide to chase their dreams of exploring space? You’ll find the answer in Lego Voyagers, the next brick-based adventure from the talented team at Light Brick Studio.

Light Brick has always been inspired by the Lego brick and the limitless ways it connects us – through storytelling, creativity, and the simple joy of building. Their debut title, Lego Builder’s Journey, invited players to create with bricks. With Lego Voyagers, they’re taking things one step further: this time, you don’t just build with the bricks, you become one.

Two Bricks are Better than One

In Lego Voyagers, you’ll tumble, jump and snap together as you explore a playful universe – and because bricks are always stronger when connected, the entire experience has been designed as a cooperative adventure. Whether online or side by side in couch co-op, you and a friend will solve challenging puzzles together, combining diverse thinking and the magic of teamwork to progress.

Because Lego Voyagers is fully cooperative, the team strived to make it as easy as possible to share. That’s why the game includes a Friend’s Pass – allowing you to invite a friend for free. For Light Brick, it’s a simple extension of their belief that play is best experienced together.

A Living, Buildable Universe

The world of Lego Voyagers is built from the same selection of Lego bricks you’d find in real life (1,694,756 to be exact – the devs counted) – meaning every structure you see could, in theory, be recreated with actual physical Lego bricks. This brick-built universe encourages curiosity and creativity with every tumble and snap. There’s rarely just one solution to a puzzle, instead players are encouraged to think outside of the box, experiment with different approaches, and discover surprising new outcomes. Rather than finding one straight answer, it’s more about enjoying the kind of open-ended play that the world of the Lego brand naturally inspires.

Storytelling Without Words

One of the most unique aspects of Lego Voyagers is how it communicates. The game tells its story entirely without dialogue (human dialogue, that is). Instead, the story relies heavily on visual cues, evocative music and environmental storytelling to guide players. In Lego Voyagers, Light Brick makes a point of visually establishing ideas before they’re needed, so that when players encounter a puzzle or narrative beat, it feels familiar and fair. This careful layering keeps the experience understandable without words while still leaving plenty of room for interpretation.

Composer Henrik Lindstrand – who also scored the critically acclaimed Lego Builder’s Journey – returns once again with a handcrafted soundtrack. This time, he expands his instruments to include his childhood Casio keyboard, giving the music a nostalgic coming-of-age feel. In Lego Voyagers, Lindstand works with recurring themes or leitmotifs that follow the characters and events, giving players a sense of familiarity and helps them connect emotionally with the story.

Lego Voyagers invites players to reflect, experiment, and form their own understanding of the story. The game asks open questions about friendship, connection, and how we navigate challenges together. Light Brick hopes these comments spark conversations long after the controller is set down. What does it mean to stay connected? How do we support each other when the path ahead isn’t always clear? The team doesn’t want to dictate the answers – and the game encourages players to find their own.

Looking Ahead

Lego Voyagers is playful, heartfelt, and true to the Lego brand. It’s a game about friendship, creativity and most of all – connection – built on a brand that has been inspiring players for generations. Lego Voyagers is out now! We can’t wait for players on the Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One to set out on this journey together. Grab a friend, bring your curiosity and see what happens when a couple of bricks reach for the stars.

LEGO® Voyagers

Annapurna Interactive

From the makers of LEGO® Builder’s Journey comes a new 2-player co-op adventure about friendship and play. When two friends make it their mission to rescue an abandoned spaceship, they embark on a journey beyond their wildest dreams, ultimately learning the value of being connected.

● Experience what it feels like to be a LEGO brick. Tumble, jump, snap together, and build your way through rich brick worlds.
● Unravel a poetic, non verbal narrative, set in beautiful brick built environments, supported by an atmospheric soundtrack.
● Cooperatively solve the game’s many challenges and discover how two bricks are better than one. Play locally on the same screen, or online.
● Invite a friend to join your adventure for free with the Friend’s Pass. As long as one of you owns LEGO Voyagers, you can both play the full co-op experience together.

LEGO Voyagers asks open questions about building friendships, sharing dreams, and giving space.

It reminds us that while playing and being creative is for all shapes and sizes, it’s always better when you share it with a friend.

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Roblox Launches Updated App for the Microsoft Store and Xbox on PC

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Roblox Launches Updated App for the Microsoft Store and Xbox on PC

Summary

  • Roblox has launched a new version of its app for Microsoft Store and Xbox on PC,  helping to deliver a more stable and reliable experience.
  • The updated app enables you to link your Microsoft and Roblox accounts so you can see which of your Xbox friends are online.
  • Download the latest version of the Roblox app now on the Microsoft Store, Xbox.com, and the Xbox PC app.

At Roblox, we’re committed to making sure that every player on any device has the best and most immersive experience. To that end, today we’re excited to announce we’ve taken a major step forward in how our platform evolves and scales across the Xbox ecosystem with the release of a new version of Roblox for the Microsoft Store and Xbox on PC.

This updated version replaces our legacy app and brings Roblox natively to the Microsoft Store and Xbox on PC for the first time, delivering several back-end improvements as well as a host of exciting benefits for players, including:

  • Better performance and stability on Windows PCs
  • Xbox profile integration, making it easier to connect with friends on console or PC
  • Support for future Microsoft devices, including the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally handhelds.

After installing the updated version, you’ll be prompted to link your Roblox and Microsoft accounts. Moving forward, this will allow you to sign in to Roblox with your Microsoft credentials and access key features previously unavailable in the old version of our app.

See Xbox Friends Online

Your Xbox friends list is now more integrated into the app, making it easier to play together. You’ll be able to tell who on your Connections list is an Xbox friend, and you’ll get suggestions on which Xbox friends to add as Connections on Roblox.

Purchase Robux with Your Microsoft Account

Any time you purchase Robux with your Microsoft account, your balance will now seamlessly carry over across all your devices—including Xbox consoles.

Since first launching on the Microsoft Store, Roblox has consistently been ranked among the most played and most downloaded titles with over 380,000 reviews and a 4+ star rating. Download the new version of the app from Microsoft Store today to make sure you continue playing with all the latest features and improvements.

Roblox – Windows

Roblox Corporation

Roblox is the ultimate virtual universe that lets you create, share experiences with friends, and be anything you can imagine. Join millions of people and discover an infinite variety of immersive experiences created by a global community!

Already have an account? Log in with your existing Roblox account and explore the infinite metaverse of Roblox.

MILLIONS OF EXPERIENCES

In the mood for an epic adventure? Want to compete against rivals worldwide? Or do you just want to hang out and chat with your friends online? A growing library of experiences created by the community means there’s always something new and exciting for you every day.

EXPLORE TOGETHER ANYTIME, ANYWHERE

Take the fun on the go. Roblox features full cross-platform support, meaning you can join your friends and millions of other people on their computers, mobile devices, Xbox One, or VR headsets.

BE ANYTHING YOU CAN IMAGINE

Be creative and show off your unique style! Customize your avatar with tons of hats, shirts, faces, gear, and more. With an ever-expanding catalog of items, there’s no limit to the looks you can create.

CHAT WITH FRIENDS

Hang out with friends around the world using chat features, private messages, and groups!

CREATE YOUR OWN EXPERIENCES: https://www.roblox.com/develop
SUPPORT: https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us
CONTACT: https://corp.roblox.com/contact/
PRIVACY POLICY: https://www.roblox.com/info/privacy
PARENT’S GUIDE: https://corp.roblox.com/parents/
TERMS OF USE: https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/115004647846

PLEASE NOTE: A network connection is required to join. Roblox works best over Wi-Fi.

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Master the Dungeon: Essential Tips & Card Combos to Survive Hellcard on Xbox

Master the Dungeon: Essential Tips & Card Combos to Survive Hellcard on Xbox

Hellcard Key art

Summary

  • Hellcard is available now on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.
  • Build winning decks and teams with these strategies and combos.
  • Build winning decks and teams with these strategies and combos.

The paper foes aren’t going to slay themselves. With Hellcard now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, thousands of players are discovering just how dangerous the Paperverse can be. If you’re finding your runs ending faster than you’d like, we’ve gathered some essential tips and card combinations to help you survive the dungeon and come out on top.

Hellcard battlefield

Know Your Class

Every run in Hellcard starts with a choice: Warrior, Rogue, Mage, Tinkerer, or Bruja. Each brings a unique flavor of cards that can dramatically shape your strategy.

Warrior
A battle-worn fighter who trusts muscle and blunt honesty more than clever tricks. He thrives in head-to-head clashes with the fiercest beasts, and while his swagger suggests fearlessness, his true drive is shielding his allies from harm.

Rogue
A shadow in the trees and a whisper on the wind. She favors distance, snares, and nimble footwork over brute force. Quick with a biting quip or with the coin pouch she lifted off your belt, she’s as dangerous in wit as she is with her bow.

Mage
Scholars say wielding firestorms and bending reality invites madness. Whether his sharp tongue is proof of that descent or a defense against it, who can tell? Mages live with one foot in brilliance and the other dangling over the abyss.

Tinkerer
Graduate of the same academy as the Mage, though proudly from the workshops, not the lecture halls. He champions gears, gadgets, and schematics over the “shortcuts” of spellcraft. A meticulous planner with a knack for clever constructs—and a guilty love of wordplay.

Bruja
An enigmatic spell-weaver walking the line between sacrificial blood rites and infernal pacts. Her power heals as easily as it curses, but each gift carries a shadowed cost. To cross her path is to gamble with both salvation and damnation.

Hellcard deck

Combos That Carry Runs

It’s not just about drawing strong cards—it’s about building synergies that snowball into victory. Here are a few player-favorite combos:

Stamina Surge (Warrior) Focus on executing powerful attacks to gain stamina. Once you get ten stamina, your next card is free and executes twice. A strategically picked card and moment can turn the battle.

Card Mill (Rogue & Mage): Pair Finesse with Wave Laylines to keep drawing more cards for yourself and teammates while getting free mana. A well-executed build can clear a level in one or two turns.

Hammer Time (Tinkerer): Stacking Sharp Matter for resource generation with a resource boosted attack like Hammer Time ensures you can fire off devastating attacks without running dry. As a bonus, keep buffing your team with Solidarity.

Infinite Draw and block (Bruja & Warrior): Bruja’s Wendigo draws each time you kill, Wrathstealer gives loads of block to other team members, while Warrior’s Ox doubles it. In co-op, coordination like this wins runs.

Hellcard screenshot

Think Positionally (and Positively!)

Unlike many deck-builders, Hellcard isn’t only about the hand you’re dealt—it’s about where enemies are placed. Sometimes the best defence is to kick a powerful enemy back so they have to waste trudging back to you. Or pull a ranged monster close, so they have to skitter back while taking hits from your team.  Always prioritize threats based on distance, and use movement or control cards to reposition the battlefield in your favor.

Don’t Hoard, Adapt

It’s tempting to hold onto every powerful card you find, but Hellcard rewards adaptability. Sometimes discarding or cycling cards is the best play to find what you need. Building flexible decks with both single-target and AOE options helps you pivot when the dungeon throws a curveball. It pays to check the end boss you got for the run and adjust the deck accordingly. Each boss counters a specific strategy. Learn and master them all.

Hellcard screenshot

Co-Op is Your Secret Weapon

Solo runs are fun and give you total control over strategy, but Hellcard truly shines in co-op. Don’t just play your own cards—think about how your deck complements your allies’. Warriors shielding Rogues, Rogues finessing more cards for teammates, casting these cards for no cost after a couple of turns. Communication is your strongest card in multiplayer.

One Last Tip: Risk Brings Reward

Artifacts can completely change your run, but they often come with drawbacks. Don’t shy away from risks. That seemingly cursed artifact that disables your block but massively increases damage output? Your mates can still give you block while you become an unstoppable engine of destruction. The best Hellcard runs often come from daring choices that pay off big.

Hellcard is available now on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Shuffle your deck, grab some friends, and dive into the abyss—you’ve got the tips, now all you need is the courage to play your hand.

HELLCARD

Skystone Games

$24.99

Hellcard is a cooperative roguelike deckbuilder that can be played in both Singleplayer and Multiplayer modes. The game takes place in the paper dungeons known from the Book of Demons, and its main mechanics revolve around deckbuilding and fast-paced tactical card battles.

What makes HELLCARD unique and different from other deck-building games is that monster placement actually matters and can be used to your advantage. Shuffle enemies on the board, altering their targets and grouping for maximum area of effect attacks. Or keeping them stunned until you get your perfect card combo ready.

Featuring a unique paper-craft pop-up book art style HELLCARD is a love letter to the RPG genre and its most influential titles from the ’90s. Not taking itself too seriously, it nonetheless manages to recreate the atmosphere of exploring stuffy dark dungeons and heroically facing the Ultimate Evil.

HELLCARD supports co-op battles with up to three heroes facing the Archdemon’s hordes. In single-player mode, you can descend into the dungeons solo or recruit computer-controlled companions. In multiplayer mode, your friends or strangers can help you battle the hordes of hell.

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Next Week on Xbox: New Games for September 15 to 19

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Next Week on Xbox: New Games for September 15 to 19

Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in!


skate.™

Electronic Arts


1

Skate (Game Preview) – September 16
Smart Delivery

The next evolution of the award-winning Skate franchise is here in Game Preview. Drop into the dynamic, ever-evolving city of San Vansterdam – a city with a new lease on life, building its growing skate scene alongside its new residents. In San Van, no two days are alike, and fun waits around every corner in this online multiplayer world fueled by skateboarding, self-expression and community.


LEGO® Voyagers

Annapurna Interactive

LEGO Voyagers – September 15
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

From the makers of LEGO Builder’s Journey comes a new 2-player co-op adventure about friendship and play. When two friends make it their mission to rescue an abandoned spaceship, they embark on a journey beyond their wildest dreams, ultimately learning the value of being connected.


Xbox Play Anywhere

Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor

Ghost Ship Publishing

Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor – September 17
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

A single player survivor-like auto-shooter. Take on hordes of lethal aliens, mine riches, and unlock powerful upgrades to survive, as you wield the full arsenal of Deep Rock Galactic. It’s one dwarf against all of Planet Hoxxes!


Dying Light: The Beast

Techland


101

$59.99

Dying Light: The Beast – September 19

A unique blend of open world and action survival horror, Dying Light: The Beast is set in the beautiful, yet dangerous valley of Castor Woods that’s now overrun with zombies rather than tourists. To take your former captor down, you’ll need to form fragile alliances, as well as utilize all the combat and traversal options in your arsenal. But be careful: out here, each step is a fight for survival, especially once the sun sets and the tension heightens as the true horrors come out at night!


Xbox Play Anywhere

Formula Legends

3DClouds

$19.99

Formula Legends – September 18
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

Formula Legends takes you on a journey through the sport’s most iconic eras. From the roaring machines of the ’60s to today’s cutting-edge technology, experience the evolution of open-wheel racing in a beautifully stylized world.


BrokenLore: LOW

Serafini Productions

BrokenLore: Low – September 15

A psychological horror game set in the beautiful and mysterious Japanese village of Kirisame Mura, where the ancient legend of the Gashadokuro, a giant skeleton from Japanese folklore, still looms. The game, enriched by original statues created by Italian sculptor Bruno Lucchi, blends realistic visuals with stylized low-poly sequences and was developed in collaboration with a psychologist to ensure genuine emotional depth.


Frame Cat

Xeneder Team

Frame Cat – September 16

In this retro-style platformer, play as Catherine, a witch and tomb raider caught in a cursed dimension after stealing a forbidden artifact. Blast enemies with magic fireballs, solve puzzles, and escape the clutches of the Cat Demon across 15 pixel-perfect levels inspired by ‘90s classics.


Goat Out Of Hell (Xbox Series)

Afil Games

Goat Out of Hell – September 16
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

In Goat Out of Hell, you take on the role of a guardian goat responsible for guiding the souls of pets that ended up in the wrong place after death. Your challenge is to push and place these souls on sacred altars to restore order, exploring stages filled with lava, rocks, marble columns, and unexpected traps.


Carrot Crusade – Mimika’s Reckoning (Xbox One)

Synnergy Circle Games

Carrot Crusade – Mimika’s Reckoning – September 17

In a world where nature’s magic is fading, Mimika — a fierce half-human, half-rabbit warrior — embarks on a legendary journey to recover the lost seven Rainbow Carrots, mystical relics said to hold the power to restore life and balance to her dying homeland. Armed with her trusty Carrot Blade and enchanted Carrot Arrows, Mimika must leap, slash, and shoot her way through treacherous lands teeming with corrupted beasts, ancient traps, and dark guardians. The reckoning began and only she can dig up the truth beneath the soil.


Xbox Play Anywhere

Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3

Strange Scaffold

Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3 – September 17
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3 is “committing to the bit” so hard that it hurts. It’s a sequel to a game series that doesn’t exist, complete with lore and a fictional development team. It’s a game where match-3 is used not just for combat, but for lockpicking doors, debating robots, and swallowing a bunch of diamonds in front of a notorious gem thief so that he can’t steal them first. It is, all genre elements considered, a match-3 survival horror comedy RPG metroidvania, and it’s rad as hell.


King of Ping Pong: MEGAMIX

Eastasiasoft Limited

King of Ping Pong: MegaMix – September 17
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Table tennis gets a fighting game twist in this action-packed journey to become the best in the world! Defeat quirky characters utilizing quick wit and precise timing in increasingly challenging matches. King of Ping Pong: MegaMix is a boss rush arcade fighter where table tennis warriors from across the globe gather for the ultimate tournament.


Tennis Pro Tournaments

Ocean Media

Tennis Pro Tournaments – September 17

Enjoy all the venues around the world anytime and anywhere. Most famous tournaments are here, especially in France, Australia, Great Britain, and even the US. Customize your player, complete training and play. It’s time to make tennis history. Common rules and regulations of tennis apply. Train your skills in training mode. Defeat your opponent, win the match and increase your attributes for the obtained rewards. Use your skill and win all tournaments.


Hidden Cats in Tokyo

Silesia Games Sp. z o.o.,

Hidden Cats in Tokyo – September 17

Konichi-meow, recruit! Tokyo needs your help—cats across the city are transforming into monsters! Spot cats, people, items, and other things to fill the world with colour and progress the story! The cats of Tokyo are counting on you!


Sokomine (Xbox Series)

Afil Games

Sokomine – September 17
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Grab your helmet and pickaxe, because Sokomine just got explosive! Every puzzle is a mix of brains and blasts. Push mining carts stuffed with dynamite straight into meteors, blow them to pieces, and collect the shiny crystals hiding inside.


ZOE Begone!

PM-Studios, Inc.

Zoe Begone! – September 17
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Zoe Begone! blends run-and-gun mechanics with classic shmup action in looping arenas. Inspired by drawn-on-film animation of the 1930’s – shoot, dash and pound your way through the Animator’s creations.


Arctic Awakening

GoldFire Studios

Arctic Awakening – September 18
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Arctic Awakening is a first-person narrative adventure set in the mysterious Arctic North where you and your robotic companion, Alfie, must search for your co-pilot and uncover the mysteries waiting around every turn.


Xbox Play Anywhere

Bio Block

Entity3 Limited

Bio Block – September 18
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

Bio Block is a one-of-a-kind puzzle game that puts players in control of a forklift, navigating through unstable environments filled with obstacles, hazards, and tricky block-based puzzles. With 60 meticulously designed levels, players must master precision movement, strategic block manipulation, and real-time problem-solving to progress.


Extinction Rifts

QUByte Interactive

Extinction Rifts – September 18
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Equip yourself by selecting between 8 different weapons and 5 unique skills, fight enemies on secret headquarters and make sure to destroy the Ancient Monoliths! An absurd amount of power is required to destroy them! Luckily you’ve got the Extinction Gauntlet, a punching gadget that is connected to your adrenaline, making combos raises your adrenaline making your punches more destructive, only a truly powerful punch can obliterate a Monolith!


Labyrinthine – Console Edition

Klabater

Labyrinthine – September 18
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

A first-person, multiplayer cooperative horror game, offers an unforgettable journey into the realm of nightmares. With an emphasis on exploration, puzzle-solving, and atmospheric storytelling, it keeps you on the edge of your seat.


Mel The Cat

Ember Box Studio

Mel The Cat – September 18
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

In Mel The Cat, you’ll guide Mel, a courageous cat determined to find her way home — even if that means escaping from spikes, deadly cannons, and the terrifying Theo! Across 40 handcrafted levels, your reflexes and timing will be put to the test in a journey filled with danger and charm.


Xbox Play Anywhere

Moon Mystery

indie.io

$19.99

Moon Mystery – September 18
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

The Moon. Our closest celestial neighbor. A place full of mystery and strange things. That’s right, there’s more than just rocks and impossible challenges out there. A lone astronaut is about to learn that firsthand, when he loses contact with Earth and begins an interstellar odyssey across the universe


Petey Pedro unBEETable Adventure

Sparkley Barkley Games LLC

Petey Pedro unBEETable Adventure – September 18

Help Petey Pedro get back home after falling into a magical world where the Sweets he chose over a healthy Beet are now his worst nightmare. A nostalgic game for those rad ‘80s and ‘90s kids. Easy to pick up, hard to master play style.


Platypus Reclayed

Claymatic Games

Platypus Reclayed – September 18
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / smart Delivery

Reclaimed. Remade. Reclayed. The Legendary Platypus Returns! 22 years after its first appearance, the iconic indie shoot ‘em up Platypus is coming back, better than ever! Led by the original creator Anthony Flack, alongside the talented Claymatic team, we’re embarking on a journey to bring the beloved classic into the present.


Xbox Play Anywhere

Spot Challenge 3D

Lucky Raccoon Games

Spot Challenge 3D – September 18
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

Get ready for a relaxing yet challenging journey of observation with Spot Challenge 3D! Across 15 unique 3D dioramas, each packed with subtle differences, your mission is simple: sharpen your eyes and find them all. But don’t be fooled — with 7 differences per level (a total of 105 hidden details), each scene tells its own little story and rewards careful attention.


Bear Squire Honey Journey (Xbox Series)

Sweet Bread Games

Bear Squire Honey Journey – September 19
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Bear Squire Honey Journey is a fun platformer for all ages and skill levels! Run, jump, and use your hammer attack to launch yourself from walls and other special objects! In each level you’ll be hopping on trampolines, avoiding spikes, smashing crystals to gain altitude, finding secret portals and many more engaging activities. Complete every level and help the Bear Squire be successfully knighted!


Xbox Play Anywhere

Car Mechanic Shop Simulator

PlayWay S.A.

Car Mechanic Shop Simulator – September 19
Xbox Play Anywhere / Smart Delivery

Manage a thriving car parts empire and immerse yourself in the complex world of car maintenance and repair. Start your journey with a modest shop and strategically expand it into a premier destination for car parts and accessories. Your decisions will not only shape the operational aspect of your business but also influence its financial health and market reputation.


Cat Needs

Ratalaika Games S.L.

Cat Needs – September 19
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Cats are beautiful creatures, but they can certainly be fickle and temperamental as well. Your mission in Cat Needs is to organize all the cats so that each animal has its wants fulfilled, whether it be food, sleep, or something more.


Gang Wars – Cards and Bullets

EpiXR Games

$6.99

Gang Wars – Cards and Bullets – September 19
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Welcome to Gang Wars – Cards and Bullets, where crime, power, and strategy collide in a gritty card and board game set in the heart of a mafia-run city. Command a crew of dangerous gangsters or elite enforcers in fast-paced, tactical battles on the streets.


Xbox Play Anywhere

Green Soldiers Heroes: Extreme Bikers

DERIK D.F

Green Soldiers Heroes: Extreme Bikers – September 19
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Inspired by the classic and fun arcade motorcycle games of the 90s. With low-poly graphics reminiscent of the 32-bit era of console gaming. Addictive gameplay that challenges players to complete 30 courses in search of the next checkpoint before the time limit. Ride freely through the city, race at high speeds, jump over ramps and buildings. Explore every corner in search of Money Packs so you can buy new bikes.


Xbox Play Anywhere

Not Not 2 – A Brain Challenge

QubicGames S.A.

Not Not 2 – A Brain Challenge – September 19
Xbox Play Anywhere

Not Not 2 – A Brain Challenge that messes with your head and makes you doubt your intelligence. Read the instructions written on the cube and run towards the correct direction. Be careful about the time limit and don’t let your brain get tricked!


Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree

Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.

Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree – September 19
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

In this Roguelite adventure set in a far-off mystic realm, ancient forces stir, and untold dangers await. As Towa, lead the guardians of the sacred tree in forging strong relationships and powerful swords to fight Magatsu’s forces and determine the future of Shinju Village.


Xbox Play Anywhere

Totally Normal Journey: The Interactive Musical

Kimulator’s Films inc

Totally Normal Journey: The Interactive Musical – September 19
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

Have you ever wanted to have a normal day? This game will offer you the most basic of days. Do normal tasks like chasing a monster on Mars, drinking radioactive soda, dating an Alien or even visit Brooklyn! Okay, I admit the last one is pretty wild.


Save Christmas With Santa

Zakym s. r. o.

Save Christmas with Santa – September 19
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Santa’s in trouble! It’s Christmas Eve, and the presents are missing. Help Santa recover the gifts and save the day, so he can deliver them to children all over the world just in time for Christmas morning!


Xbox Play Anywhere

SpotCat vs The Cheddar Mafia In Asia

Lucky Raccoon Games

SpotCat vs The Cheddar Mafia in Asia – September 19
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

The notorious Cheddar Mafia is spreading chaos across Asia, and only SpotCat can stop them. Explore vibrant, hand-drawn scenes from different countries, spot the subtle differences, and stay sharp—mafia rats can appear when you least expect it.


ScootX

Mash Games

ScootX – September 19
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

ScootX is the ultimate scooter sim. ScootX is the ultimate scooter sim with satisfying physics and endless spots to ride. Hop on, drop in, and send it. This is the first scooter game where everything, from the wheels to the rider’s head, is powered by physics. Every grind, whip, and slam reacts the way it should. Load into a map and start riding. Find lines, try tricks, and session spots your own way.


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Free Play Days – The Escapists: The Walking Dead, Bad North, Rogue Waters and Empyreal

Free Play Days – The Escapists: The Walking Dead, Bad North, Rogue Waters and Empyreal

Stay in this weekend and explore some fun games with Free Play Days! The Escapists: The Walking Dead and Empyreal are available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard and Core members to play from Thursday September 11 until Sunday, September 14.

Bad North and Rogue Waters are free to play for all Xbox members, each with a two-hour timed trial during Free Play Days (Xbox Game Pass Game Pass Ultimate, Standard and Core membership not required).


How To Start Playing


Find and install the games on each of the individual game details page on Xbox.com. Clicking through will send you to the Microsoft Store, where you must be signed in to see the option to install with your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard and Core membership. To download on console, click on the Subscriptions tab in the Xbox Store and navigate down to the Free Play Days collection on your Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.


Keep The Fun Going


Purchase the game and other editions at a limited time discount and continue playing while keeping your Gamerscore and achievements earned during the event! Please note that discounts, percentages, and title availability may vary by title and region.


Free Play Days


The Escapists: The Walking Dead

Team17 Digital Ltd


249


$19.99

$3.99

The Escapists: The Walking Dead
What do you get when a smash-hit indie prison game merges with one of the biggest zombie franchises of all time? Find out in The Escapists: The Walking Dead. This unique 8-bit pixel art survival game that sees you playing as Rick Grimes, in charge of a band of survivors including many of the original comic book cast. Work out how to escape from each zombie infested area drawn directly from the comics and try to keep as many people alive as you can.


Bad North: Jotunn Edition

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Bad North
Your home is under attack. The king is dead at the hands of Viking invaders. Hope is a distant glimmer in the fog, fading fast with every passing moment. As you rise to take your father’s place as ruler, it will fall to you to stage your defenses. But make no mistake – this is no fight for victory, but a desperate grasp for survival.


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Rogue Waters

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Rogue Waters
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Rogue Waters is an addictive Tactical Turn-Based Rogue-lite pirate adventure. Play as Captain Cutter, commanding your ship and crew through procedurally generated encounters to seek revenge. Free to play during Xbox’s Free Play Days and 50% OFF to buy! The high seas await. Will ye heed the call?


Empyreal

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Delve into a world of cosmic secrets and high stakes combat with Empyreal, the sci-fi action RPG that puts your skills to the ultimate test. As a mercenary hired to explore a colossal and dangerous Monolith, you’ll uncover the mysteries of an ancient, lost civilization. Featuring a deep combat system, extensive character customization, and an innovative “Cartogram” system that ensures every run is a unique experience, Empyreal is a journey of discovery, survival, and enlightenment.


Don’t miss out on these exciting Free Play Days for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard and Core members! Learn more about Free Play Days here and stay tuned to Xbox Wire to find out about future Free Play Days and all the latest Xbox gaming news. 

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How Endless Legend 2 Raises the Tide on Turn-Based Strategy Games

How Endless Legend 2 Raises the Tide on Turn-Based Strategy Games

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Summary

  • Endless Legend 2 (Game Preview) is a turn-based strategy game coming to Xbox on PC, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Ultimate on September 22, 2025.
  • The long-awaited sequel to its award-winning predecessor lets you conquer a fantasy world through four distinct pillars: Explore, Expand, Exploit, and Exterminate.
  • The Tidefall mechanic is developer Amplitude’s answer to game stagnation, working to keep every session feeling fresh.

Endless Legend 2 is a fantasy turn-based strategy game, and the next title from Amplitude Studios who previously made Humankind and Endless Space. At launch it will feature five asymmetrical factions, tactical battles, multiple victory types (including seven different variations of the narrative victory condition), and countless hours of replayability as players explore and conquer Saiadha, a mysterious oceanic paradise going through cataclysmic change. Like the studios’ previous works, Endless Legend 2 represents a definitive step forward in the strategy genre through brand-new mechanics, such as Tidefall.

A Tidal Problem

Endless Legend 2 represents a specific style of strategy game you’ll have seen before that sometimes goes by another name, 4X games, a phrase coined a while ago to talk about the early Civilization titles. The four Xs represent distinct pillars: Explore, Expand, Exploit, and Exterminate.

These days, the genre has evolved beyond this moniker — but that first phase, explore, remains a core design pillar of any strategy game. It’s the part that often struggles beyond the early portions of a campaign and this is one of the reasons the Tidefall mechanic emerged in Endless Legend 2. It represents a momentous event in-game where the oceans recede, revealing new lands, opportunities, and dangers.

“Based on the decades of feedback Amplitude has collected since their first 4X game, we’ve found that players often find the exploration phase to be the most fun,” says Endless Legend 2’s Game Director Derek Paxton. “They would play for a while, then get bored when the full map is revealed and all the territory is claimed. At this point your options are to switch to either a full-on warmonger, or stay within your borders and try playing ‘tall’.”

“We wanted to solve this by revealing new land as the game went on. Introducing new exploration phases and new opportunities to claim territory and expand. The biggest part of this is Tidefall, which can make strategic chokepoint cities obsolete or turn safe cities in your backlines into exposed targets as new land bridges are formed to other islands and empires.”

While there’s less land to explore to begin with, starting in a smaller area does give you plenty of room to grow, explore, and adjust to your faction’s strengths and weaknesses in a relatively safe environment. Once the first Tidefall happens, the map opens up, changing the strategic landscape permanently.

This change brings about new challenges – never mind that other major empires might have access to your lands now, but the environment also gets more dangerous. Fortresses guarded by NPC armies will need conquering, and after the third Tidefall event, menacing Doomwraiths will emerge from the planet’s depths, endangering areas you may have previously thought safe.

Riding the Waves

Disrupting the state of the game and player momentum isn’t something that should be done lightly, or too frequently. The Tidefall mechanic has gone through a few iterations in terms of impact and frequency, but through extensive testing Amplitude feels like they’ve found a good sweet spot.

“We started with eight Tidefalls and slowly reduced them as we went through playtesting,” says Paxton. “The more we had, the less land each revealed. We opted to go for fewer with bigger impacts instead of more frequent with smaller effects. When Tidefall happened, we wanted the game to change.”

There are now three Tidefall events per game, and the length between them will vary depending on the map size. On average settings, it’s between 40 – 50 turns. But it’s not just about pacing — the broader impact of Tidefalls was also examined closely.

“We even considered having the technology eras tied to Tidefall or having Tidefall be destructive (if the oceans came back, for example). But in the end, we decided to keep it solely as a reward because it wasn’t fun to invest in building an empire, just to have something outside of the player’s control set back their progress”.

“The only remnant of that idea that remains is that all tiles adjacent to water (oceans, lakes, or rivers) get a food bonus. As Tidefall occurs, the oceans go away and the rivers dry up, removing these bonuses. So coastal or river cities accustomed to these bonuses for growth will lose them.”

This feeds into two of the other pillars – Expand and Exploit. While the consequences of Tidefalls won’t be game breaking, they will add just enough tension to your campaign that you will need to plan around this eventually, typically by expanding outward and searching for new or better sources of growth for your empire.

Turning the Tide

As long as you respect the Tidefall, it can be planned for and some of the chaos that comes with the receding oceans can be managed. You’ll know, for example, that a coastal city at the start of a game won’t remain as such, and that far away island will be accessible eventually. There are other things to keep in mind as well:

“On the Strategic map it’s good to keep an eye on areas of the fog of war that are golden,” says Paxton. “We call this the ‘Haze’ and it indicates that this is the edge of unrevealed lands that Tidefall has exposed, and where new dangers can come from.”

“Also, if players have river cities that are counting on the food bonuses from the river, building a Dam will ensure that the river remains after Tidefall. Or you can build a Dam for a river that flows into your enemy’s lands and deprive them of their food bonuses without waiting for Tidefall to happen.”

The world of Saiadha is waiting – there are other factions to subdue, and a mystery that lies in the heart of the world to unravel. Whichever way you choose to approach the game, make sure you prepare for Tidefall.

Endless Legend 2 (Game Preview) releases for Xbox on PC, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Ultimate on September 22, 2025.

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High On Life 2: Why Squanch Added a Whole New Hub-Based Design

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High On Life 2: Why Squanch Added a Whole New Hub-Based Design

High On Life 2 is doing the things you’d expect this sequel to do – it’s bigger, more packed with jokes, even more experimental than the first game, and now has a skateboard you can use at any time (naturally). But it’s also doing something we didn’t expect: changing the first game’s structure fundamentally. High On Life 2 is taking cues from Metroidvania games, but using them to its own ends.

In an episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Squanch Games’ COO & Executive Producer, Matty Studivan, and Creative & Art Director, Mikey Spano explained – among many other things – about how the team changed their thinking to offer a whole new hub-based design for the game.

High on Life 2 screenshot

“Our Design Director, Erich Meyr, and I early on decided we wanted to do something that had Metroidvania elements to it, but we also wanted to support telling really tight stories,” explained Spano. “So, this time around, we tried to keep all of the Metroidvania elements in the hubs.”

While the original High On Life was built around a single hub, Blim City, the sequel will take you to three different hubs, each with a lot more to them and, in classic Metroidvania style, offering more and more interactions the more you play and earn.

“It’s a big step up for us from the first game,” said Studivan. “If you played it and you know Blim City, it’s a really cool spot, but pretty small geographically.”

“We have three decent-sized hubs in [High On Life 2],” adds Spano, “and each one of those hubs has a lot of little side things you can do, NPCs you can find, tons of collectibles, tons of unlockable things. And obviously with the skateboard; there’s a lot of cool stuff related to the skateboard that you can do in the hubs.”

The change is effectively about letting Squanch have their cake and eat it – the new structure means that the team can pack in the stupendously weird moments that made High On Life beloved, without needing to derail the core story to get non-sequitur jokes in there. It’s an elegant mix:

“In terms of how it all flows together, you’ve got your home base that you’re always returning to,” explained Spano. “And in there, you’re talking to your crew about what you’re going to do next. And then, you’ll be dropped down into the hub. And then from there, you’re navigating to a target that you’re following. But once you get to a certain point, it triggers a more linear experience where we can tell the story in a tighter way. We still always have choices that you’re making and stuff like that.

“But in terms of finishing a level and then coming back with new power-ups, we try to keep all that in the hub so that we can tell a complete story without needing players to come back and hear the same things over and over again.”

The upshot is that Squanch can tell the story they want to, but give players the freedom to step away and explore just how odd the surrounding world is at their leisure. To help create all that side content, Squanch took a very fun approach:

“One of the ways we were able to do that is that we do game jams at the studio, because the entire team is so creative,” added Studivan. “And so, we had eight or nine teams [jam] for a week – and I think like seven of the game jams are in the hubs in this game.”

It should make exploring the hubs rewarding in itself – with entire other game types hidden away, every discovery can become something new. We’ll get more of what we learned to expect from the first game, too – High On Life included entire, real-life movies to watch, and that will return (with a movie theater to watch them in). We also know that Squanch has licensed full games (NES game Bible Adventures formed a pivotal part of the demo we recently played) that will appear along the way.

“We’re spending a lot more resources and time on [side content]. It really makes the world feel like you’re somewhere lived-in,” said Studivan.

The big changes to structure are also about catering to different kinds of players. Those who just want the story can jump from main mission to main mission without friction. Those who want to do everything can do so without having to repeat missions, and at their own pace. And there are also those who might waver between quick blasts and marathon sessions:

“So, with the missions, we try to keep them at a certain length so that if you’re like, ‘I’m going to go take down this bounty,’ you actually can finish it in a night and then get back to putting your kids to bed or whatever it is that you have to do,” said Spano. “And then for the gamers that want a more free-form experience, they know they can just hang out in the hub for a while and do whatever they want and take on missions whenever they want.”

For a game that presents itself as unabashedly dumb, there’s a core of smart, classic game design thinking sitting beneath all the madness. With that design in place, it allows Squanch to go as wild as they want with the ideas we, as players, will interact with.

Even in the earliest looks at the game, we’re seeing how far they can push this – one boss fight suddenly sees your enemy hack your game, sending you navigating your own menu screens to fight him off. And, best of all:

“That’s one of the more normal parts of the game,” Spano said. “This demo is early in the game. By Act Three it’s just so off the rails and insane. I think people are going to be really surprised.”

I’m very much looking forward to seeing how much weirder this can get – High on Life 2 arrives for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC on February 13, 2026, and will be available on day one with Game Pass Ultimate.

If you want to hear much, much more about the game, make sure to check out the full Official Xbox Podcast episode, which dives into how Squanch turned around a sequel so quickly, the difficult art of writing comedy for games, the benefits of switching to Unreal Engine 5 and… the wonder of Microsoft Excel.

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High On Life 2

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You’ve done it. You’ve taken down an intergalactic cartel, brought humanity back from the brink of extinction, and hunted dangerous bounties to the far corners of the galaxy. Bounty hunting has brought you fortune, fame and love; but when a mysterious figure from your past reappears and puts a price on your sister’s head, your cushy life gets thrown into chaos.

Do you have what it takes to risk it all and bring down an intergalactic conspiracy that once again threatens your favorite species (humans)?

High On Life RETURNS as you and your beloved rag-tag team of alien misfits shoot, stab, and skate your way through gorgeous, dangerous worlds all across the galaxy to blow up the EVIL pharmaceutical conglomerate hell-bent on putting price tags on HUMAN LIFE!

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ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest Starts Today – Check Out All the Games Included

ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest Starts Today – Check Out All the Games Included

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We’re thrilled to announce that our Indie Selects Demo Fest has begun, featuring more than 40 exciting game demos available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Like our last Demo Fest, you can download and play these games anytime between September 9 and September 30.

You can start playing demos today, and we encourage you to keep exploring them all month long. All demos are available in the dedicated Indie Selects Demo Fest collection on the Xbox Store. We’d love for you to share your feedback with the developers!

Please remember that most demos offer an early glimpse of gameplay and may differ from the final version at launch, including which countries will have access as developers continue to polish their games.

We’re also excited to share that 6 newly announced games below are coming to Xbox!

Breaking Gates – Ylun Games/Nuntius Games

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Breaking Gates is a fast-paced 2D action-RPG with hand-drawn visuals and a focus on responsive combat and constant progression. Inspired by classic platformers and modern hack ’n’ slash titles, the game offers a dynamic mix of exploration, character upgrades, and frantic real-time battles.

Faith: The Unholy Trinity – Airdorf Games/New Blood Interactive

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The cult indie horror sensation finally arrives on Xbox. What you are about to do has not been approved by the Vatican. As a young priest, struggle against demons, insane cultists, and your own weakening faith in this pixel horror game inspired by the era of classic 8-bit gaming and the “Satanic Scare” of the 1980s.  M O R T I S.

Halls of Torment – Chasing Carrots

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Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?

Possessions – Lucid Labs

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Possessions is a reality-twisting adventure that challenges the way you see the world. Immerse yourself in a minimalist, atmospheric world free from text and distractions, where every rotation and alignment uncovers hidden paths and silent stories.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing break or a thoughtful challenge, Possessions offers an immersive journey that stimulates your mind and soothes your senses. It’s a game about discovery, perception, and the quiet thrill of seeing the world from a new angle.

Awaken – Astral Blade – Dark Pigeon Games/ESDigital Games

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Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?

Echoes of the Plum Grove – Unwound Games/indie.io

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A new life awaits in Honeywood! Build a thriving community that will last generations in this cozy farm simulator. Farm, socialize, make friends, cook, craft, forage and uncover the secrets of the island! If someone doesn’t want to be friends? There are always other means.


ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest – Full List of Demos

In addition to those newly announced titles, you’ll find an impressive collection of creative and unique games available for you to experience firsthand! Check out the line-up below for a list of participating games and their developers in this year’s ID@Xbox Demo Fest:

A Pizza Delivery – Dolores Entertainment

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Adventures of a Cat in Space – Tall Story Games/Little Seeds Music

Aikyam – Thousand Stars Studio

Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit – Mega Cat Studios/Programancer/Retroware

Awaken – Astral Blade – Dark Pigeon Games/ESDigital Games

Baki Hanma: Blood Arena – Purple Tree/Purple Play

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Beacon of Neyda – Ghost Creative Studio

Before I Go – J’s Labratory

Biped 2 – META Publishing

Bit ESC – Essssam

Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime – Bonte Avond Studios/offbrand games

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Breaking Gates – Ylun Games/Nuntius Games

Brews & Bastards – Mune Studio

Bylina – Far Far Games/ESDigital Games

Cats on Duty – Prikol Team/ESDigital Games

Cyberwar Neon City – CyberMonkey Studios/GoGo Games

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Dead Reset – Dark Rift Horror/Wales Interactive

Deck of Haunts – Dangen Entertainment

Detective Dotson – Masala Games Private

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Echo Weaver – Moonlight Kids/Akupara Games

Echoes of the Plum Grove – Unwound Games/indie.io

Faith: The Unholy Trinity – Airdorf Games/New Blood Interactive

Floralis – SolidCore Games

Forgotlings – Throughline Games/Hitcents

Fractal Space – Haze Games

Gloomy Eyes – Fishing Cactus/Untold Tales

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Halls of Torment – Chasing Carrots

Imagine Earth – Galaxies DLC – Serious Bros.

Ink. – Linked Rooms Games/Brainium Games

Labyrinthine – Console Edition – Valko Games Studios/Klabater

Military Logistics Simulator – Nano Games/Aerosoft

Mina The Hollower – Yacht Club Games

Neon Inferno – Zenovia Interactive/Retroware

Node: The Last Favor of the Antarii – Lapsus Games/Beep Japan

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Polterguys: Possession Party – Madorium/Amplified Games

Possessions – Lucid Labs

Potions: A Curious Tale – Stumbling Cat

Radiant: Guardians Of Light – Chorrus Games

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Rhythm Towers – innoloop

RoadOut – Dangen Entertainment

Schroom Siege – Upside Down Bird

Sulfur – Perfect Random

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The Jackbox Party Pack 11 – Jackbox Games

Tormented Souls 2 – Dual Effect/PQube

Townseek – Whales and Games/Super Rare Originals

Truck World: Australia – HypeTrain Digital

Under Par Golf Architect – Broken Arms Games

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Yet Another Zombie Survivors – Awesome Games Studio

Yooka-Replaylee – Playtonic Games/PM Studios


Head over to your Xbox and start enjoying these incredible game demos now! And yes, we’d love to hear what you think. Connect with us on Twitter,  Instagram,  DiscordTwitch, Bluesky and YouTube. Stay tuned to Xbox Wire to learn more about what Team Xbox has planned and of course, have an awesome month of gaming!

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Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) Coming to Select Vehicles in Partnership with LG

Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) Coming to Select Vehicles in Partnership with LG

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We’re committed to meeting players wherever they are, bringing the joy of gaming into even more places and experiences. That’s why we’re excited to announce our latest expansion for Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta). Through our collaboration with LG Electronics, we are working to integrate the Xbox experience into select internet-connected vehicles, introducing a new way to bring more of what players love about Xbox into more places.

Gaming On the Move: Entertainment for Every Journey

With the Xbox built into LG’s webOS Automotive Content Platform (ACP), passengers in internet-connected vehicles will be able to stream and play games directly from the Xbox app. Game Pass Ultimate members will soon have instant access to hundreds of games including popular titles like Gears of War: Reloaded, Forza Horizon 5, and upcoming releases like Obsidian Entertainment’s The Outer Worlds 2 (an automotive data plan is required to access streaming services. All services operate in compliance with driving safety regulations).

Already have some favorite Xbox titles in your library? Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can also stream select games they already own, such as Bugsnax, Don’t Starve, Mafia: The Old Country, and more, giving you even more flexibility in the gaming experience. You can find the full list here.

Whether you’re jumping back into an old favorite or discovering something completely new, Xbox Cloud Gaming and LG Electronics transforms your vehicle’s infotainment system into more than just music and movies – it becomes a full entertainment hub. Whether you’re waiting at an EV charging station or trying to entertain your passengers on an extended road trip, pass the time by playing games keeping everyone entertained and making the journey feel more fun.

More Ways to Play, Anywhere You Go

If you’re new to gaming, Xbox Cloud Gaming is a great way to get started. All you need to do is connect a compatible Bluetooth controller, launch the Xbox app from your internet-connected in-vehicle infotainment system, log in to your Xbox Game Pass subscription, and start playing.

Our work with LG is the latest example of Xbox expanding to new places, building on partnerships that already bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to mobile devices, PCs, and TVs. By adding vehicles to the mix, we’re giving players more choice than ever in how they enjoy their games.

To learn more about Xbox Cloud Gaming and how you can play across TVs and browsers on supported devices like smartphones, PCs, and tablets, visit xbox.com/cloudgaming.

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Xbox Returns to Tokyo Game Show 2025 – Here’s How to Tune In

Xbox Returns to Tokyo Game Show 2025 – Here’s How to Tune In

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We’re thrilled to announce the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast on Thursday, September 25 at 7pm JST (3am Pacific / 6am Eastern / 11am UK). This year’s show will feature titles from our creative teams, alongside exciting updates from our partners in Japan, across Asia and around the world.

We know players around the world delight in Japan-inspired content and games developed in Asia, and we can’t wait to connect with players across the globe to show off the incredible talent and creativity behind upcoming games coming to Xbox.

Once again, we’ve created a bespoke visual identity for Xbox at Tokyo Game Show. Using an urban neon aesthetic, the design puts the viewer in a street scene that is distinctly Tokyo, with various signs illuminating the way, all featuring gaming and Xbox iconography (with a touch of Japanese culture included as well).

Read on for all the details about Xbox at Tokyo Game Show 2025, including how and when to tune into our broadcast.

Get Hands-on with Xbox at Tokyo Game Show

Available to the public for the first time ever in Asia, Tokyo Game Show attendees at the Koei Tecmo booth can play Ninja Gaiden 4, a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to get hands-on with the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, two new gaming handhelds developed from Xbox and ASUS, at the Republic of Gamers booth.

Bethesda will co-host a merchandise booth with Infolens Geek Shop. The store will feature official merchandise for Fallout, Starfield, Doom, and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, and include rare products never before released in Japan.

How Do I Watch the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast? 

The Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast will be streamed live on official Xbox and TGS channels. Here’s where you can watch live in your region:

Asia / Pacific

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Japan

Korea

Australia / New Zealand

Southeast Asia (English)

Taiwan

Hong Kong

China

Americas

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Global

https://www.youtube.com/xbox

https://www.twitch.tv/Xbox

https://www.twitch.tv/XboxASL  

Europe /  Middle East

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UK

France

Germany / Austria / Switzerland

Italy

Spain

Poland

Middle East and North Africa

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What languages is the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast available in?

This year’s broadcast will be available on Tokyo Game Show’s official YouTube channel, as well as live on select Xbox social channels in Japanese, English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Arabic (MSA), French, German, Italian, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Castilian Spanish, Mexican Spanish and Turkish.

Following the broadcast, we will add language support for Canadian French, Filipino, Hindi, Indonesian, Malay, Māori, Russian, Thai, Ukranian and Vietnamese. Please note that the audio of the show is primarily in Japanese, so you may need to turn on captions to see the translated show.

Is the show going to be Accessible to those with low/no hearing or low/no vision?

The show will also be broadcast with Japanese Sign Language (JSL), American Sign Language (ASL), and with audio descriptions in both Japanese and English.

I’m not going to be able to watch, where can I find out what was announced?

As soon as the show is over, the Xbox Wire team will be publishing a full show recap (with localized versions to follow in Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, and LATAM Spanish) and standalone articles about select games will go live during the show.

Co-streamer and content creator notes for the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast

We at Xbox greatly appreciate any co-stream efforts and aim to ensure you have a smooth experience if you choose to do so. However, due to forces beyond our control, we cannot guarantee that glitches or disruptions by bots and other automated software won’t interfere with your co-stream. For those planning to create post-show breakdowns of the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast in the form of Video on Demand (VOD) coverage, we recommend you do not use any audio containing copyrighted music to avoid any action by automated bots, and to also consult the terms of service for your service provider.

For more details and a full schedule for Tokyo Game Show 2025, visit the official site from the show’s organizers.

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