Coming to Xbox Next Week: New Games from January 13 to 17

Next Week on Xbox is here to give you a sneak peek into the exciting lineup of games set to launch on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass. Get ready, because there are some intriguing titles coming your way. Check out all the details below, complete with links to learn more—just remember, release dates might shift a bit.

Let’s dive right in with Beautiful Sakura: Surfing Club for Windows, arriving on January 15. This game brings us into the world of Kaito, a student with pretty low expectations about his new school life. Things take a surprising turn when he hits it off with Michiko, the new girl. But the plot thickens when Michiko’s twin sister, Yuuki, enters the scene, leaving Kaito in a whirlwind of emotions. How will Kaito navigate his budding feelings?

Next up is The Bit’s Escape, a quirky platformer optimized for Xbox Series X|S, also landing on January 15. Here, you embark on a journey with Bit, a plucky little machine escaping an underground lab to explore the world above. With its straightforward controls and captivating gameplay, this title promises plenty of adventurous fun.

Perfect Ninja Painter 3 is another exciting release on January 15, available on Xbox Series X|S and featuring Smart Delivery. In this vibrant puzzle platformer, you’ll accompany three ninja characters as they paint their way across desolate, colorless landscapes—solving puzzles and using your artistry to bring life back to the world.

Are you ready for some furry fun? Runny Bunny: Console Edition is hopping onto your console on January 15, offering optimized gameplay for Xbox Series X|S. Play as a zippy little bunny dashing through a pixelated world, collecting power-ups and carrots in this whimsical side-scrolling adventure.

Quick on its heels is Sokorobot, coming on January 15, with a twist on traditional puzzle mechanics. In this futuristic title, players control a clever robot tasked with unlocking pathways and solving puzzles to advance to subsequent levels.

For those fascinated by giant creatures, Suikaiju will pique your interest on January 15. Jump into the shoes of a mad scientist as you blend Kaiju Cores to evolve your own gigantic Kaiju. The question is, just how large can your creation get before ruling the world?

The thrill continues with SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada Deluxe Edition, going live on January 15. Set in a dystopian future year of 2222, a Drifter seeks rare AO Crystals amidst dire circumstances, facing dangers alongside their AI partner. This one’s specially designed for Xbox Series X|S.

Morkull Ragast’s Rage, launching January 16 and optimized for Xbox Series X|S, mixes platforming action with exploration. You’ll guide Morkull, the God of Death and Darkness, in this unique 2D adventure that breaks the fourth wall to interact with you in inventive ways.

Unbox the new challenge of the Mystery Box: Evolution, joining the gaming roster on January 16. This puzzle series invites you to solve clever riddles, manipulating intricate mechanisms across a multitude of 57 boxes.

Some scientific fun awaits in Professor Doctor Jetpack, out January 16. This nostalgic pixel-art platformer guides you through a thrilling jetpack adventure with none other than Albert Einstein’s digital ghost keeping virtual threats at bay.

Spooky mysteries are in store with Things Too Ugly, releasing on January 16. Step into the eerie world of TEREBRO INC. in 1986, where you unravel unsettling secrets as a Risk Assessment Data Processor working late-night archive shifts.

Journey through the dramatic tale of Vanity Fair: The Pursuit, dropping on January 16 with Xbox Series X|S optimization and Play Anywhere capabilities. In this interactive drama, you’ll navigate the highs and lows of life choices, especially the cutthroat entertainment industry between 2004 and 2024.

Brace yourself for some chilling gameplay on January 17 with two titles: 911: Cannibal and 911: Prey. In the former, your survival is pegged on hiding from a terrifying cannibal. Meanwhile, in 911: Prey, you’ll unravel the backstory of a notorious killer, with alternate endings awaiting your bravery and cunning.

Also available on January 17 is Cherry Tower, a delightful pixel-art platformer optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Guide Cherry as the character climbs a perilous tower littered with delightful challenges and traps on the journey home.

Hen, Chicks, and Cats is slated for January 17, presenting a lighthearted logic puzzle where careful planning prevents mishaps in your mission to prevent “Ju” from encountering danger in her frantic escapades.

For those who enjoy tranquil puzzle games, Hexa River transports you to serene island puzzles starting January 17. Cultivating life through engaging gameplay and visual marvels, it’s perfect for unwinding while being mentally challenged.

Let’s conclude with a classic: Spot Challenge Vol. 1, reviving the beloved “Spot the Differences” concept on January 17. This game brings over 360 differences in 35 creatively designed levels, ideal for honing your observation skills in a nostalgic format.

Lastly, anticipation builds for the pre-order of Tales of Graces f Remastered, ready for January 17, revamped for Xbox Series X|S. Explore enchanting fantasy realms in this adventure centered on friendship, resilience, and an epilogue known as Lineage and Legacies.

These titles are just scratching the surface of what’s to come, ensuring there’s something riveting for every gamer. So, mark your calendars and get ready to explore new worlds and exciting stories as we kick off another thrilling week in gaming.