The Outer Worlds 2 & Arc Raiders lead 47 games coming to Xbox next week

It’s Friday, friday… fri.. you get it. Here are the 47 total games coming to Xbox next week.

October 27th

Simon the Sorcerer Origins – our lone entrant, look out for a review from our EIC Jon Clarke for this brand new point and click adventure game in the long-running franchise.

October 28th

Beneath – “Descend into the abyss and face your deepest fears in Beneath, a Lovecraftian first-person survival-horror action adventure. Seasoned diver Noah Quinn’s routine expedition plunges into chaos, trapping him in the depths of the ocean, where an ancient evil lurks.”
Halls of Torment – A Diablo-looking bullet heaven that our own Fairy Empire will be reviewing. He loved it on PC, will he love it on console? Stay tuned to find out about this Day One Game Pass Port.
Silly Polly Beast – “An otherworldly, story-driven shooter with aggressive gunfights and terrifying monsters awaits you. This is the story of a girl who, by the will of fate, faced the beast – and in order to become free, she was forced to study its nature. How far can you go in the fight for your freedom? Embrace your inner demon or be consumed by it.”
Space Chef – “A three-course meal of an adventure: restaurant manager, light survival RPG, and life sim, all set in the zany universe of the Horseshoe Nebula. As the galaxy’s (soon to be) premiere chef, it’s up to you to seek out the finest ingredients from alien planets, cook delicious dishes, and serve them to customers in the comfort of your fully-customizable space trailer.”
Wreckreation – Another title we will review at launch, this is an odd racing title, as you have seemingly unlimited creative freedom in shaping the game.

October 29th

The Outer Worlds 2 – A Day One Game Pass title from Obsidian that takes everything the first game did well and cranks it up, while playing better than ever. An easy recommendation from me.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage – Rollback netcode and cross-platform multiplayer make this the definitive VF5 release.
Zumba – Marble Zombie Invasion – “This game plunges you into a charmingly creepy marble-shooter world! Play as a cute zombie captain, mouth brimming with marbles, and fend off endless rolling waves before they breach your defenses. Aim your chomping cannon, fire to match three or more identical marbles, and watch them shatter into ghoulish confetti.”
Abyssal Drift – “Abyssal Drift is a minimalist 1-bit puzzle game where you control a lone jellyfish on a mysterious journey through the abyssal depths.”
Beebo & Luna – “At the edge of the universe lies an oracle house, home to a witch named Luna and a cat with a strange meow called Beebo.”
Card Collector Trading Shop – “Play the role of a collector-turned-business-owner. Open a card market and become rich. Build, manage and develop your own collectible card shop where you can trade, collect and battle with the rarest and most valuable cards from the legendary Beast Lords series featuring unique and powerful creatures!”
Carnage: Battle Arena – “Get Carnage now and discover a new kind of racing game! Driving fast and getting to the finish line is only one of the multiple challenges that await you.”
Colorful Boi 2 – “Get ready for a pulse-pounding platforming challenge in Colorful Boi 2! With 74 meticulously designed levels, you’ll test your reflexes, precision and patience against a gauntlet of devious traps and hazards. Can you conquer the ultimate platforming test and become the Colorful Boi champion?”
Death Park 2: 4k Remaster – “Are you ready to fight your nightmares and various monsters that have flooded Farland? Can you cope with all puzzles that await you in this horror story?”
Halloween 1985 – “When monsters steal Pumpkman’s pumpkins on Halloween night, it’s up to you to get them back! Dash through 5 vibrant, quirky levels, outsmarting classic foes like Dracula, The Mummy and The Witch”
Hell is Other Demons – “Hell is Other Demons is an acclaimed fast-paced action-platform shooter, with Roguelite elements. Explore a sprawling, hand-crafted world full of demons, insanely over-the-top boss fights and a heavy synthwave soundtrack.”
Journey of Johann: Cave Explorer – “Journey of Johann is an action-adventure platformer with puzzle elements. Make your way through levels and a boss with different challenges and obstacles. Collect goblets, secrets and beat time trials.”
Lonely Guardian – “Lonely Guardian is a relaxing and accessible 2D platformer where you play as a Foo Dog, a mythical creature from East Asian culture.”

October 30th

ARC Raiders – Keep an eye out for a review-in-progress from our own Jon Clarke for this three-player PvPvE extraction shooter.
Asterix & Obelix – Mission Babylon – “This time, our heroes leave their beloved village for a long journey through the Parthian Empire, a faraway kingdom under threat from Roman invasion.”
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake – “A stunning reimagining of the first two legendary adventures in the Erdrick trilogy, brought together in one package.”
Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home Special Edition – “Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home Special Edition invites you to leave behind the hustle and bustle of city life for the charm and simplicity of Alba Village — your childhood hometown. Nestled among lush greenery and sparkling rivers, Alba is known for its fresh-caught fish, delicious homegrown veggies, and warm-hearted community.”
Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection – A ridiculous amount of Mortal Kombat games, seemingly every single one to use pixel-sprite graphics. We’ll try to get a review out for launch/embargo if possible.
Catnigma – “Catnigma is a magical puzzle game where you control a flying cat on a quest to satisfy its endless hunger for fish.”
Dreamscape – The Sandman – “As a child, father often told Laura that she is special. But Laura’s father died before her full age, and Laura didn’t knew what her father had said about her specialty.“
Dungeon Minesweeper – “A mystical adventure in the depths of dungeons awaits you! An engaging puzzle based on classic Minesweeper, enhanced with RPG elements in stylish pixel art graphics”
Greek Tragedy – “Greek Tragedy is a retro-styled indie survival horror game with puzzle elements. Help Amy keep her life on the college campus overrun by cultists and maybe save her relationship in the process. Uncover conspiracies, sabotage occult rituals and run for your life!“
Kemco RPG Selection Vol. 7 – “Now you can enjoy 4 RPGs; Asdivine Cross, Alphadia Genesis 2, Ruinverse and Chroma Quaternion, in one bundle!”
Magnetism X – “Magnetism is a first-person puzzle with parkour. Use your special suite to manipulate the rooms and make your own path to reach the end of game. The rooms will test your logic and coordination, increasing the challenge with each new room you reach.”
Strike Force 3 – “As a highly-trained elite operative, you’ll be thrust into the heart of modern-day combat against the ruthless Tariqian Liberation Front (TLF). Prepare for intense firefights, adrenaline-pumping stealth missions, and high-stakes challenges that will put your skills to the test.”

October 31st

Paw Patrol Rescue Wheels Championship – “Va-room! The Rescue Wheels crew is revved up and ready to race! Join Chase, Skye, Marshall, Rubble, Zuma, Rocky, and Roxi, in epic races across Adventure Bay and beyond. You can even cause mischief with Boomer & Frank or Mayor Humdinger”
7^th Domain: Tree of Chaos – “Fight, Die, and Rise Again! Step into a roguelike metroidvania, where thrilling combat meets endless loot-hunting. Over 20 hours of non-repetitive main story: On top of that, roguelike replayability with unlockable world difficulties. Will you, the child of destiny, restore balance to a shattered world?”
Beaked Buccaneer – “People used to say that parrots aren’t real pirates, that they only belong perched on a captain’s shoulder. But one particularly ambitious parrot is in search of his own treasures and adventures to become a true pirate, a Beaked Buccaneer!”
BMX Streets – “BMX Streets is a next-generation physics-driven freestyle extreme biking simulator. It captures the essence of BMX culture by giving players the ability to find their own style of riding through practice, experimentation, and exploration.”
Delivery Dash: Battle Couriers – “Step into the world of Delivery Dash Co., where every package counts and every second matters! Choose your path in this vibrant low-poly city. With randomized delivery locations, hazards around every corner and arcade-style bonuses, every run is a fresh adventure — whether you’re competing against rivals or shaping your own courier story.”
Hannah VCR – “Hannah VCR is a narrative puzzle game where you manipulate a VHS tape to change Hannah’s destiny. Each colored square on the tape represents a part of the scene. You decide the order, and Hannah moves forward alone, facing a world broken by memories, abandonment … and the search for a lost doll.”
Infantry Attack – “Enemy troops, such as infantry, helicopters, tanks, warplanes and drones, are coming for you! Jump on the machine gun and shoot them all! Missions will take place in different warzones, and you will need to adapt your shooting strategy depending on the battlefield: city, desert, jungle, forest, airport and many more! Be on the frontline of the battleground or take to the air to shoot enemies from the helicopter!”
Laundry Store Simulator – “Build a small laundry store into a thriving business empire! Upgrade your equipment, design and expand your store, hire staff and more! Upgrade your equipment to provide exceptional cleaning services! Invest in high-quality washing machines, dryers, ironing equipment and even automated washing machines!”
Mystical Mixing – “Pour the potion into the cauldron, throw in the clover, bone and feather, stir and voila — you have a cute Mixie! Combine other ingredients to create Mixies with different features: winged, horned, spotted, furry … the possibilities are endless.”
Quisisana – “You must explore the villa, search for clues, and solve puzzles to understand what is happening and, most importantly, find a way out. But be careful: the presence haunting this place won’t let you leave so easily. Will you survive and uncover the truth?”
Releaseburg – “Enter the relentless world of Releaseburg, a rogue-like survival shooter set in a post-apocalyptic city consumed by chaos. The streets run red as hordes of grotesque zombies rise from the ruins, turning every encounter into a brutal test of skill, precision and nerve.”
Souno’s Curse – “Embark on the poignant journey of Souno’s Curse, a 2D action-platformer with a unique atmosphere, skillfully blending exploration, intense combat, and emotional storytelling. Play as a daring adventurer venturing into a cursed cave, where every corner holds forgotten secrets, deadly dangers, and a profound story about regret, loss, and the value of the present moment.”
Tales of Xillia Remastered – “Dive into the magnificent world of Rieze Maxia as either Jude Mathis, an aspiring medical student from the capital, or Milla Maxwell, a mysterious woman accompanied by four powerful spirits. Master the Dual Raid Linear Motion Battle System, mustering strategy and coordination to overcome action-packed battles in real-time combat. Team up with allies to unleash devastating combo attacks and unlock special support skills to overwhelm your foes.”
Truck Driver: The Dutch Connection – “Step into the cab and hit the European roads in Truck Driver: The Dutch Connection! Set in a fictional world inspired by the iconic beauty of the Netherlands, the game presents a new era of trucking, where AI dispatchers work alongside human drivers and the trucking industry is thriving. Old friends return, new alliances form and every journey demands heart, skill and adaptability.”
Xenotilt: Hostile Pinball Action – “Lightning strikes again! Xenotilt is the sequel to the cult hit, Demon’s Tilt. Get ready for another pinball fantasy. Xenotilt shreds the envelope with face-melting gameplay and graphics.”
Water Delivery – “In Water Delivery, you step into the shoes of a young delivery driver on their last route of the afternoon in a seemingly quiet rural area… until it isn’t. Drive your van from house to house, hop out with your delivery slip and drop off full water jugs, collect empty containers left on porches, in kitchens, and in sheds, and charge each customer before getting back on the road.”