Today, I’m super proud to announce that Worlds Part II is coming No Man’s Sky today, is free to download for all existing Xbox and Game Pass players today, and is one of the biggest updates we’ve ever released.

Across the universe we’ve introduced billions of new star systems, home to trillions of wholly new planets have been generated with new terrain technology. Enormous and foreboding Gas Giant planets can be seen for the first time, ten times bigger than our biggest planet, providing dramatic new environments to explore.

Innovative water technology has enabled us to spawn all-new water planets with new biomes and oceans that are kilometres deep. Deep sea gameplay has been introduced, and there’s a huge variety of new life to be discovered in the depths.

Water now responds to players as they travel through them and ripples and foams as spaceships skirt above them. Water surfaces are now more realistic and reflect the ever-changing cloud systems above and the glorious expanse of the night skies.

A new lightning system makes the seas and oceans look so different with new caustics, light shafts and the deeper you explore the darker it gets. In fact, every element of our lighting has been rewritten. Even on dry land, shadows show more details, light flickers through leaves, caves are dark and immersive

New terrain technology enables the creation of huge mountain ranges and deep canyons never possible before. All this technology combines to create that feeling of wonder in an infinite universe as you gaze up at a mountain peak miles above you, or stared down into the abyss of a dizzyingly cavernous gorge.

Every planet is different and no one has seen it before you, not even us, for us that’s what makes No Man’s Sky unique and why the emotions of exploring our universe just hit differently. 

As the team continues work on our next big game, Light No Fire, we learn new things, develop new tech and can’t resist sharing that with our No Man’s Sky players.

To accompany all this new technology and variety, there’s a whole host of new gameplay, lore and missions to dig into. There is a mission strand which explores the mystery of the Gas Giants and links up some narrative threads which have been left teasingly unanswered for a long time. 

There’s a new expedition which is like a guided tour through the best of what Worlds Part II has to offer, with a generous suite of rewards including a new starship which is part living ship, and part jet fighter!

To celebrate the release of Worlds Part II, we’re running another Twitch Drops campaign from Thursday 30th January to Monday 3rd February. Tune in to your favourite No Man’s Sky streamers on Twitch to unlock exclusive ships, multi-tools, pets and more just by watching them play. 

Worlds Part II takes the No Man’s Sky universe to a whole new level. It is way beyond what I ever thought possible when we first sat down to code our crazy little universe. Nine years later and this update is another step in the journey of this game that we truly love.

No Man’s Sky

Hello Games

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1007

★★★★★

$59.99

$23.99

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No Man’s Sky comes complete with all 29 major updates up to and including Worlds Part I.

Inspired by the adventure and imagination that we love from classic science-fiction, No Man’s Sky presents you with a galaxy to explore, filled with unique planets and lifeforms, and constant danger and action.

In No Man’s Sky, every star is the light of a distant sun, each orbited by planets filled with life, and you can go to any of them you choose. Fly smoothly from deep space to planetary surfaces, with no loading screens, and no limits. In this infinite procedurally generated universe, you’ll discover places and creatures that no other players have seen before – and perhaps never will again.

Embark on an epic voyage
At the centre of the galaxy lies a irresistible pulse which draws you on a journey towards it to learn the true nature of the cosmos. But, facing hostile creatures and fierce pirates, you’ll know that death comes at a cost, and survival will be down to the choices you make over how you upgrade your ship, your weapon and suit.

Find your own destiny
Your voyage through No Man’s Sky is up to you. Will you be a fighter, preying on the weak and taking their riches, or taking out pirates for their bounties? Power is yours if you upgrade your ship for speed and weaponry.
Or a trader? Find rich resources on forgotten worlds and exploit them for the highest prices. Invest in more cargo space and you’ll reap huge rewards.
Or perhaps an explorer? Go beyond the known frontier and discover places and things that no one has ever seen before. Upgrade your engines to jump ever farther, and strengthen your suit for survival in toxic environments that would kill the unwary.

Share your journey
The galaxy is a living, breathing place. Trade convoys travel between stars, factions vie for territory, pirates hunt the unwary, and the police are ever watching. Every other player lives in the same galaxy, and you can choose to share your discoveries with them on a map that spans known space. Perhaps you will see the results of their actions as well as your own…

The cozy roguelite dungeon crawler and restaurant simulation game Cuisineer makes its way to Xbox today, bringing a buffet of new features to hungry players. Whether you want to try a new outfit for protagonist Pom, swing new weapons like the Salt ‘n’ Pepper Shakers while adventuring, or set the perfect ambiance in your restaurant with the gramophone, there are layers of flavor in this Xbox offering.

One feature I’m especially excited for you to sink your teeth into are the new seasonal festivals. With this release, Pom’s hometown of Paell will celebrate eight brand-new festivals, and I’m going to prepare you to make the most of them by highlighting four festivals today. For each one, I’ll let you in on the goodies you can grab and showcase an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at some cute concept art.

Spring Reunion

Each season has two festivals, and one of Spring’s is known as the aptly named Spring Reunion, which takes place on the date of Spring 9. The townsfolk of Paell decorate the town and hide eggs in unexpected places, and they’re all up for grabs. This is an egg-cellent opportunity to gather some last-minute supplies before opening your shop as customers today are in the mood for egg-based dishes.

If you want to take these bright and cheery colors with you into the seasons ahead, then make sure you have some profits saved up to purchase a set of Spring Reunion furniture, and the Spring Bunny outfit, made available by merchants in town for a limited time.

Fireflame Festival

The Summer festival I want to spotlight is the Fireflame Festival, which takes place on Summer 19. The Cuisineer developers are a small team based in Singapore, which makes sense if you’ve seen the dishes and delicious food illustrations in this game. The Fireflame Festival brings another helping of cultural inspiration from Asia.

Summer is hot and that means spicy. During this festival, customers crave meals with Tasty Spice and Flaming Spice ingredients. Luckily you can search around the Cheelee lanterns in town for these ingredients. Make this occasion extra special by visiting town at night to release beautiful lanterns or fireworks to light up the sky. But make sure you save some time to grab the Fireflame restaurant decorations and Festive Dragon outfit from town merchants before the festival comes to a close.

Harvest Jubilee

Fall promises a bountiful harvest. See for yourself during the Harvest Jubilee, which takes place on Autumn 7. The trees of Paell take on an autumnal hue, and your fellow residents have even decorated the fountain in front of your restaurant as a giant pumpkin. And while harvests are important, so is candy. Check the numerous candy baskets around town to gather up some sugar in the form of Sweet Sap ingredients that will be perfect for satisfying the sweet tooth your customers bring to your restaurant on this day.

If you’re the type that wants to bring this farm-to-table energy to your restaurant even after fall ends, the merchants in town have you covered with the Farmer outfit and Harvest Jubilee furniture. Fun fact: dressing up in the Farmer outfit will have you matching Pom’s best friend, Biscotti.

Solanum Gala

The year closes strong with Solanum Gala on Winter 17, one of the coziest festivals yet. Red, green, and white abound in the snowy town of Paell, and a giant Solanum tree is right outside your restaurant. Your customers keep the color theme by asking for dishes with red and green Tomato ingredients, and yes, you can gather free Tomatoes around town.

My absolute favorite part of Solanum Gala is the festive outfit you can purchase. Turn Pom into a ‘Santa cat’ with the Nyanta outfit. The hood fits Pom’s cat ears! For those who want to hold on to the holidays for as long as possible even after Solanum Gala has ended, you can purchase some merry furniture for your restaurant on this day only.

Preview the Outfits

In closing, here is the adorable concept art for each of the seasonal outfits I mentioned. The festivals I showcased today are just scratching the surface of the new features available in Cuisineer’s Xbox release, out tomorrow, January 28. Happy cooking!

Cuisineer

XSEED Games

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

$29.99

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Upon receiving a startling letter from her parents, the independent adventurer Pom swiftly returns home to Paell, only to find her parents gone and their beloved restaurant abandoned. Now left with mounting debts and a village in dire need of some fine cooking, Pom will have to delve into the deepest dungeons for the scarcest spices, rarest meats, and the most valuable vegetables she can find to keep her parents’ dream alive.

Dive into dungeons and cook up a storm as Pom, an adventurer-turned-restaurateur! Cuisineer‘s food-focused action challenges you to build your dinner the hard way: by dungeon-diving for materials and ingredients. Wield your cooking utensils against giant chickens, artillery shrimps, fire-breathing peppers, and other pesky perils, sipping boba tea along the way. Work with local artisans to customize your kitchen, and tailor your dining hall to the needs of loyal patrons eager to experience the rare recipes you’ve cooked up.

The Xbox Series X/S and Windows Store release of Cuisineer plates its enticing gameplay with fresh ingredients like new weapons, year-round festivals, a wardrobe feature, and more tasty inclusions that are sure to spice things up.

A Smorgasbord of Dungeons
Explore procedurally generated biomes such as the Green Ruins, Frozen Fjord, and Konpeito Swamps that change their size, shape, and resources every time you visit.

Craft Your Own Culinary Experience
Cook over 100 different recipes from around the world, from crunchy Popiah rolls to rich Kaya jam, from double-fried crispy chicken with zesty lemon, to sweet treats piled high with berries. Get the right dishes to the right customers and customize your kitchen and dining hall with the help of local artisans.

Master the Flavors of Fighting
Knock out monsters and rivals with Salty, Sour, Sweet, Bitter, Umami, Frosty and Toasty powers that unleash flame, poison, chain lightning, and other fantastic effects. You can also fight with unique utensils and gourmet gear, like Spatula, Smackerel, Swordfish, and the newly added Konpeito Fist weapons!

Take Quests to Go
From Naicha the Bubble Tea seller to Alder the big friendly carpenter, Paell is full of sweet and spicy townsfolk to befriend. While you’re dungeon diving, be on the lookout for items the townsfolk need. You’ll be rewarded with gold, new items, and even more recipes to take your cooking and adventuring to new heights.

Hello, Xbox gamers! Get ready to tear up the court in the most intense hoverboard basketball experience out there. Metaball is free to download and play, and we’re starting the year off right with a huge update that will take the game to new heights – from competitive Ranked matches to a challenging Story Mode, there’s something for everyone. Let’s dive into some of the highlights of this action-packed update, live today!

Master Your Skills with the Enhanced Academy

Whether you’re new to Metaball or a seasoned pro, the Metaball Academy has been redesigned to help you up your game. Introducing an improved lesson system now with step-by-step tutorials aimed at making players better. Perfect advanced dribbling techniques, perfect your aim, and perfect the swing mechanics only found in Metaball. With guided training paths, the Academy will have you dominating the court in no time.

Dominate the Court in Story Mode

Metaball players can now experience a challenging Story Mode, ideal for solo players. Become the rising star eager to prove one’s skills in the hoverboard basketball scene; go against rival teams, complete special missions, and conquer every challenge. The Story Mode is your chance to show you’re the best in town while enjoying a deeper connection to the world of Metaball.

Rise Through the Ranks in Ranked Mode

Competitive players, rejoice! Ranked Mode brings in a ladder system that will let you rank through divisions, gain seasonal rewards, and access to a special shop, and show your skills to the world. This Ranked Mode is nothing like casual mode; it requires careful strategy and precise timing. To prepare for it:

 – Warm Up in Casual Matches: Use Quick Match games to fine-tune your techniques and adapt to different playstyles.

 – Study the Maps: Utilize all new courts, including new 1v1 and 2v2 arenas to strategize and plan out your moves.

 – Use the Academy Training: Perfect deep mechanics in the Academy to give yourself a really high level of skill and a competitive edge.

Put it all together in Ranked Mode – the ultimate test!

Exciting New Maps

Get ready for the most intense competition on the stunning courts in our New Year Update, from high stakes 1v1 battles to strategic 2v2 showdowns. These arenas offer fresh and dynamic gameplay on each and every map.

Unlock Exclusive Rewards with the New Metapass

The new season’s pass is here, and with it, a whole slew of exclusive items and cosmetics to make your Metaball experience even better. From sick hoverboards to legendary outfits, the Metapass has got something for every kind of player. Complete challenges to level up, and show off your rewards on the court. The grind has never felt this good!

Don’t Miss Out on a Free Limited-Time Legendary Outfit

Show off your style with our free limited-time Legendary Outfit! Collect exclusive parts through daily missions from January 24th, 2025 – February 28, 2025. Whether you’re in Ranked Mode or Quick matches, show off in this very special reward before it’s gone forever.

Join the Action Today

Download Metaball for free from the Microsoft Store and get started. Whether you’re gunning for glory in Ranked Mode, diving deep into Story Mode, or just showing off your style, there’s never been a better time to play.

Follow Metaball on X, YouTube, TikTok and Discord for the latest news, updates, and community events. Catch you on the court!

Metaball

Bucketplay Inc.

☆☆☆☆☆
301

★★★★★

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Metaball is a free-to-play, crossplay-enabled multiplayer sports game with fast-paced action.

Play as a Rider, aiming for fame and wealth by winning Metaball League games with your teammates.

Hop on your hoverboard, use the chain to swing the ball, and perform various moves—dunk, shoot, block, and steal. Boost your speed and perform double or triple jumps using nitro.

Customize your playstyle with Perk Points in different Perk Trees for an edge in matches.

Compete in 2v2 and 3v3 Quick and Ranked Matches, or practice your skills in Academy, Champion Road, Free Play, and Custom Match modes.

Earn MVP points after each match to unlock rewards, level up your Metapass, and collect your favorite items!

Amazing games are at the heart of our mission to bring the joy and community of gaming to everyone on the planet. Now, more screens than ever can be an Xbox, and those screens are lit up by the incredible portfolio of games brought to life by talented developers around the world. These teams create unforgettable gaming experiences that engage and inspire players of all ages. As a thank you to the creators of those games, and to shine a light on the games that players loved in 2024, today we’re announcing the recipients of the 2024 Xbox Excellence Awards.

With over a thousand games launching annually on Xbox consoles, PC and cloud, this could be a case of simply picking a panel to decide – but the Excellence Awards are all about how you engaged with Xbox over the last year. To assemble the list, we selected four key categories which are indicators of players’ passion, engagement, and love for these games. Those four categories are:

• Store Rating: Highest-rated content across our stores released in 2024, with a minimum of 500 ratings.
• Player Engagement: Games with the highest average hours per player within the first six weeks of release.
• Daily Active Users: Games, expansions, or major updates with the highest single-day active users in 2024. You may notice games that weren’t released in 2024 in this list – that’s because they got a significant update last year.
• Units Sold: Top-selling content across Xbox and Microsoft stores.

The final list represents a diverse collection of titles produced by studios comprised of anywhere from tens to thousands of developers, located in 15 different countries worldwide. You can find the titles for each category – listed alphabetically – below.

Developers and publishers will receive their trophies shortly, so be on the lookout to see how they celebrate!

Thinking of joining the many players that helped these games become award winners? Take a look at our collection of games that have received an Xbox Excellence Award for 2024 on the Xbox Store.

Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, 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!

City Transport Simulator: Tram

Dovetail Games

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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City Transport Sim – January 28
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Become a tram driver, so hop into the cab for the ultimate tram driving experience! Take your pick from a selection of three real life trams, the ULF B1, R2.2b, or ULF A1, and hit the city streets of Tramau! Transport your passengers while sticking to a timetable and create your own tram routes to build up a fully functioning and effective tram network.

Cuisineer

XSEED Games

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

$29.99

Pre-order

Cuisineer – January 28
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

Dive into dungeons and cook up a storm as Pom, an adventurer-turned-restaurateur! Cuisineer‘s food-focused action challenges you to build your dinner the hard way: by dungeon-diving for materials and ingredients.

Eternal Strands

Yellow Brick Games

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Eternal Strands – January 28
Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

Available on day one with Game Pass Ultimate! Eternal Strands is the debut fantasy title from Yellow Brick Games, a new independent studio founded by industry veterans from franchises including Dragon Age, Mass Effect, Watch Dogs, and Assassin’s Creed. Fight epic, towering creatures while blending magical abilities with an arsenal of powerful weapons to keep the world from crumbling in this third-person, action-adventure game.

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap

Robot Entertainment, Inc.

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap – January 28
Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Available on day one with Game Pass Ultimate! Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap is an action-packed, third-person shooter and trap defense game. Evolve as an orc-slaying War Mage through rogue-lite choices and obliterate, eviscerate, and incinerate massive hordes with up to four players.

Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter

United Label

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

$24.99

$19.99

Pre-order

Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter – January 28
Smart Delivery

As Arlo, young heir to the Warden of the Wastes, journey through the vast, snow-ravaged lands of the North in an epic quest to overcome the Dark Wings once and for all. Hunt down giant beasts. Unite disparate clans. Upgrade your settlement. And discover a terrible secret of blood and crown…

The Stone of Madness

Tripwire Interactive LLC

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

$29.99

$26.99

Pre-order

The Stone of Madness – January 28
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

A real-time tactical stealth game set in an 18th-century Spanish Monastery. Located in the Pyrenees, this time-worn Jesuit monastery is home to a madhouse and an inquisitorial prison. Five prisoners – plagued by cruel punishment, madness, and despair – pool their skills and resources to face their phobias, stave off insanity, uncover the mysteries of the Monastery, and find a way to escape.

Wayfinder

Airship Syndicate

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Wayfinder – January 28
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Become a Wayfinder and unlock their powers as you choose your path and playstyle while pushing back a hostile force that has overtaken your world. A co-op ARPG where you directly shape and customize the endless adventures you go on with friends, because Wayfinders are stronger together.

Agent Fall

Eastasiasoft Limited

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Agent Fall – January 28
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A retro side-scrolling shooter across sprawling platformer stages, from the desert sands and jet hangars of the surface to mysterious underground labs and waterways. Choose from 4 agents and infiltrate the base in a search-and-destroy operation where you’ve got the ultimate license to kill.

Stellar Docks

Afil Games

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Stellar Docks – January 28
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Embark on an interstellar puzzle adventure in Stellar Docks, a Sokoban-inspired game with charming 2D pixel art. Guide an astronaut as they maneuver drones to their recharging docks across grid-based maps filled with logical challenges.

Checkmate Survivors

RainForest Game Studio

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Checkmate Survivors – January 29
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

A top-down automatic shooter game where you control the King on a chessboard where all the other pieces rebel against the King’s tyranny. Your mission is to defeat enemy pieces, such as pawns, knights, rooks, and queens, using weapon upgrades, movement, build management, and positioning to face the enemies. Each enemy piece has distinct movement and attack patterns, challenging you to use tactics and speed to survive and advance.

Slasher: Origins

Wales Interactive

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Slasher: Origins – January 29
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A chaotic, 2.5D, auto-attack survival game with rogue-lite elements and noir-anime storytelling. Unlock powerful heroes, create builds of unique abilities, and survive the escalating inferno of Mephistopheles’ underworld.

Accolade Sports Collection (QUByte Classics)

QUByte Interactive & Atari

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Accolade Sports Collection – January 30
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / smart Delivery

Step back into the golden age of sports gaming with the Accolade Sports Collection! Featuring five legendary titles: Hardball!, Hardball II, Hoops Shut Up and Jam!, Winter Challenge, and Summer Challenge. This collection delivers nostalgic thrills with modern enhancements.

Basureroes

JanduSoft

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

$12.49

$9.99

Pre-order

Basureroes – January 30
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Dr. Diogenes is back, but this time the real threat comes from beyond the stars: an alien invasion seeking to conquer the Earth. The Basureroes must prepare to spring into action and save the world. Once again, it’s time to take out the trash!

Gimmick! 2

Clear River Games

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Gimmick! 2 – January 30
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

A classic challenge modernized. In Gimmick! 2, you once again meet the green little yokai Yumetaro. Decades after his first adventure he now sets out on a new quest in a world packed with interesting challenges, dangerous enemies, and hidden treasures.

A Rite from the Stars: Remaster Edition

Artax Games

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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A Rite from the Stars: Remaster Edition – January 30
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Join Kirm and his guiding star Hoku on this adventure full of puzzles, exploration and growth to unveil a beautiful coming of age story with multiple endings. Meet unique supernatural creatures and new companions along the way, cooperate with them and conquer the wisdom, courage and spirit paths!

ROBOBEAT

Kwalee

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Robobeat – January 30
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

You’re Ace – a famous bounty hunter after your latest target, the eccentric robot-showman Frazzer. To find your way through his twisted techno-playground, you’ll have to master the art of shooting, wall-running, sliding, and bunny hopping, all in sync with the beat! Get ready to dance till you’re dead and then suit up for the remix in this rogue-like rhythm shooter.

Sniper Elite: Resistance

Rebellion

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

$59.99

Pre-order

Sniper Elite: Resistance – January 30
Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Available on day one with Game Pass Ultimate! Offering unparalleled sniping mechanics, stealth and tactical third-person combat, Sniper Elite: Resistance turns the attention of the award-winning series towards a hidden war, far from the front lines, deep within the heart of occupied France. Bring a friend – the full campaign can be experienced in co-op. Sniper Elite: Resistance – Deluxe Edition launches January 28.

Techno Banter

Crunching Koalas

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Techno Banter – January 30
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

You’re the bouncer of the Green Door club, where every decision matters. Reject the unworthy of partying with clever retorts, explore a neon-lit city, and immerse yourself in the Berlin-like city’s underground techno scene. The beat is pumping—are you in?

Casual Sport Series: Tennis

Revulo Games LLC

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Casual Sport Series: Tennis – January 31

Casual Sport Series: Tennis brings the excitement of the game to life with its accessible and action-packed gameplay. The game features realistic court surfaces just like in real tennis — play on grass, clay, or hard courts, each offering a unique feel and gameplay experience. Plus, every shot and serve is at your disposal, from topspin and slices to powerful smashes and precision drop shots, giving you the freedom to play like a pro.

Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector

Fellow Traveller

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector – January 31
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

The highly anticipated sequel to one of 2022’s most acclaimed RPGs! You are a sleeper, an emulation of a human mind housed in an artificial body. You are on the run from the corporation that made you and the gang that seeks to control you. Commandeer a ship, build a network of crew and allies, and take on challenging contracts as you seek to build a future for yourself.

Dreamless

17Studio LLC

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

$14.99

Pre-order

Dreamless – January 31

Every 25 years, horrifying events occur in a lost town in the south. Is a serial killer, who has passed his craft from generation to generation, to blame for these terrible disappearances, or is it a curse? As the protagonist John, you receive a tempting offer from a friend: To explore the long-abandoned house of a deceased old lady who once instilled terror in all the residents.

Hero of Fate

Happy Player

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Hero of Fate – January 31
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

Unstoppable Rogue-like excitement! Unlock new classes, gather allies, and dive into unique adventures. Survive the swarms of monsters, navigate the paths of fate, conquer formidable bosses, and fight alongside a variety of randomly acquired Guardian Spirits to ultimately defeat the supreme demon lord!

Marine Survivors (Xbox Series)

Phoenix Reborn Games

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Marine Survivors – January 31
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Dive into the depths as a mystical whale in this spellbinding twist on the survivor’s genre! Enter an underwater arena where ancient magic meets endless action. Cast powerful spells against waves of deep-sea foes as you grow stronger with each run. Choose your path wisely – each level-up presents new magical abilities that can make or break your survival strategy.

Mostroscopy

Seashell Studio

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Mostroscopy – January 31

A fighting game that takes up the aesthetics of the horror and Luchador films of Mexican cinema from the 1950s, with an eclectic roster of monsters and masked Luchadores and a simple gameplay style with a retro presentation.

Squab

Ratalaika Games S.L.

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Squab – January 31
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

An exciting precision platform adventure that puts players in control of a young pigeon full of energy but unable to fly. Using the dash as his main means of locomotion, players embark on a challenging journey to rescue his missing father, Maximus.

Stones Keeper

Valkyrie Initiative LLP

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Stones Keeper – January 31
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

The Order of the Griffin has at its disposal a floating island-fortress on which its castle sits. As you develop your castle, you will have the opportunity to hire new warriors, equip them with weapons, armor, and elixirs. You can upgrade the castle’s core systems to fight off pirate ships, artillery, and other flying islands. While moving your castle around the map, you explore and participate in story quests, discover ancient ruins, secrets, rewards, and artifacts.