Coming Soon to Xbox: Fresh Game Releases from January 13 to 17

Next Week on Xbox is your go-to source for all the upcoming games hitting Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. Here’s a sneak peek into these exciting new releases. Remember, release dates are subject to change, so stay tuned!

Beautiful Sakura: Surfing Club (Windows) – January 15
Dive into a typical school romance with a twist in Beautiful Sakura: Surfing Club. Kaito, entering a new school year with little excitement, finds himself in an unexpected connection with the transfer student Michiko. Just as things get interesting, he discovers she has an identical twin, Yuuki. What follows is a whirlwind of emotions as Kaito navigates the perplexing waters of young love. Will he realize which sister truly holds his heart before it’s too late?

The Bit’s Escape – January 15
Designed for Xbox Series X|S, this delightful platformer from RainForest Game Studio takes you on Bit’s wild ride. Created in a secret underground lab, Bit’s dream is simple: escape the confines of its origin and explore the world above. With straightforward controls and captivating gameplay, this little machine’s journey is one not to miss.

Perfect Ninja Painter 3 – January 15
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S and supporting Smart Delivery, Perfect Ninja Painter 3 invites players to engage in a bright and lively adventure. In this colorful puzzle platformer, help three ninja protagonists restore vibrancy to a monochrome world. Armed with their trusty paintbrushes, they must solve intricate puzzles using creativity and strategic thinking to progress through the levels.

Runny Bunny – Console Edition – January 15
Get ready for some pixel art fun with Runny Bunny, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery. As a hyperactive bunny, you’ll jump and dash across levels, collecting power dots and juicy carrots while navigating a plethora of platforming challenges that test your reflexes and ingenuity.

Sokorobot – January 15
In Sokorobot, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery, you’ll tackle engaging puzzles in a futuristic sci-fi setting. As a clever robot, your task is to clear paths and reach level-exiting buttons by executing well-thought-out plans and reactions. It’s a cerebral challenge sure to entertain puzzle enthusiasts.

Suikaiju – January 15
Fancy some Kaiju creation? Suikaiju allows you to play as a mad scientist with the ambition to craft the most formidable Kaiju. Using Kaiju Cores to evolve your monster, this game asks one question: can your tiny creation grow large enough to rule the world? Optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Smart Delivery.

Synduality Echo of Ada (Deluxe and Ultimate Edition Early Access) – January 15
Set in a post-apocalyptic year of 2222, Synduality Echo of Ada pits you against monstrous foes and a harsh environment as a Drifter in search of AO Crystals. Supported by your AI companion, brace yourself to face dangers from toxic rain and mutated creatures in this gripping survival quest, optimized for Xbox Series X|S.

Morkull Ragast’s Rage – January 16
Step into the shoes of Morkull, the God of Death and Darkness, in this 2D platforming adventure. Combining exploration with action and featuring a unique mechanic that breaks the fourth wall, Morkull speaks directly to you, enhancing the immersive experience. Exclusive for Xbox Series X|S.

Mystery Box: Evolution – January 16
Continuing the engaging puzzle series, Mystery Box: Evolution challenges you with unlocking boxes through myriad mind-bending riddles. Experience over 50 puzzles that demand sharp observation and problem-solving skills as you manipulate levers and buttons to uncover secrets.

Professor Doctor Jetpack – January 16
Join the legacy of digital Einstein in this physics-based platformer where precision is key. Jetpack through levels as you aim to save the world from looming threats in a pixel art setting, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery.

Things Too Ugly – January 16
Journey back to 1986 and an evening shift at TEREBRO INC. As a newly assigned Risk Assessment Data Processor, uncover unsettling recounts hidden within company archives. Navigate the eerie atmosphere where discovery deepens the mystery and intrigue.

Vanity Fair: The Pursuit – January 16
Live out a narrative in Vanity Fair, where your choices shape your path in a game blending reality with fiction. Set in an entertainment industry backdrop over a 20-year span, your decisions in pursuing a movie dream may spin you into tumultuous gambles.

911: Cannibal – January 17
This survival horror tests your wits and nerves, challenging you to avoid becoming a meal in a gruesome hunt. Evading the cannibal requires astute attention and memory, as each move could be your last.

911: Prey – January 17
Explore a haunted abode and unravel the mysterious and terrifying history of a notorious local maniac. With multiple possible endings, your survival depends on solving various intertwined mysteries and the choices you make.

Cherry Tower Series X|S – January 17
Join Cherry in a pixelated 2D escapade to conquer obstacles and return home. This charming platformer, brimming with hurdles and traps, invites you to climb a tower and discover much more along the way. Tailored for Xbox Series X|S.

Hen, Chicks, and Cats – January 17
This puzzle game, optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery, revolves around strategic thinking. Guide the anxious hen ‘Ju’ safely across each level without stumbling into danger or getting too close to menacing cats. Plan each move with care.

Hexa River – January 17
Enter the serene landscapes of Hexa River where solving puzzles is all about directing the flow of water to nourish parched islands. Its beautiful low-poly design coupled with a soothing soundtrack makes every solved puzzle a refreshing experience.

Spot Challenge Vol. 1 – January 17
Dive into this nostalgia-filled game, where spotting differences between two images is both the challenge and the delight. Comprising numerous levels, each with hundreds of discrepancies, it’s a test of sharp eyes and swift judgements. Available across platforms with Smart Delivery.

Tales of Graces f Remastered – January 17
Return to a fan-favorite RPG, updated for the Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery. Follow engaging tales set in vivid fantasy lands, enriched with enhanced graphics and smoother gameplay. Encounters with friendship, trials, and triumphs await as the series continues to capture hearts.

With so many titles on the horizon, Xbox players are in for a treat this week. Whether you’re into puzzles, platformers, or southward horror adventures, there’s something for everyone. Happy gaming!