New Xbox games — December 18 to 24
Top of the list for many will likely be Choo-Choo Charles, which took the internet by storm when it launched on PC last year. In the horror game, you have to navigate a large open world while being stalked by a terrifying eight-legged spider train called Charles (so festive, right?). It’s your job to scavenge supplies and weapons to bring down Charles once and for all. Choo-Choo Charles pulls into the Xbox station on December 21.
Here’s a breakdown of everything coming to the world of Xbox next week. Let us know which of these you’re planning on picking up in the comments!
December 19
Deleted – Cyber Invasion — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Take control of a powerful drone and prepare to face off against hordes of enemies standing in your way. Collect currency and upgrade your drone with new weapons and skills. Are you ready for the ultimate challenge?
December 20
Aery – Calm Mind 4 — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Aery – Calm Mind 4 is an interactive game experience that is designed to relax your mind and soul.
You jump into the role of a little bird, explore beautiful landscapes and collect magical crystals that mark certain landscapes.
Cave Digger 2 — Xbox Series X|S
Play as a prospector who begins their adventure in a seemingly abandoned camp with the goal to extract valuables from the caves. Trade them for new tools, upgrades, and locations in order to advance your frontier exploration.
To unveil the secrets of the Valley, follow the breadcrumbs left by a previous explorer known only as Clayton. The story has multiple endings, each revealing a different side of it.
fig. — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
You do not know anything, yet you have to move forward. Wander through the corridors of a mysterious factory and recover your abilities. Fight patroling drones and break through to demanding boss battles. Seek a way out and find the meaning of the game’s title.
Ravva and the Phantom Library — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Take the role young summoner apprentice Ravva and call upon 4 unique companions as you attempt to escape the nightmarish Phantom Library! In this retro side-scrolling platformer, you can enter the world of haunted books in any order you choose and defeat each book’s master before facing the one who controls the library. You can also reenter books you’ve cleared to discover new secrets and complete stages beyond just beating the boss, which could even unlock a special ending for the most dedicated summoners!
Inspired by 8-bit genre classics, Ravva and the Phantom Library combines clever level design with vibrant pixel art and precise controls to pay homage to those inspirations while offering a fresh new experience. Endearing characters, fluid animation and brain-teasing puzzles fill 7 challenging stages! Choose between 3 difficulty settings to personalize your experience.
Vostok 2061— Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Wall World — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Rough Justice: ’84 — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Do what it takes to make your fledgling security agency thrive in this 80s noir crime bustin’, dirty crossing, vengeance-seeking board game inspired strategy game with dice and cards.
Stuffed— Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
FIGHT WAVES OF NIGHTMARES
Defend your owner’s bedroom door and defeat a variety of nightmares in endless waves. Earn points from defeating nightmares and use them to unlock new map areas and weapons.
PROCEDURAL MAPS
Explore Ellie’s house in Horde Mode with a fully procedural environment.
UNIQUE WEAPONS
From a popcorn grenade to a cola cannon, find and use unique weapons made from household objects.
LEVEL UP YOUR BEAR
Earn XP in Horde Mode to unlock special player abilities each game session.
CUSTOMISE YOUR BEAR
Use points to unlock new outfits and furs for your teddy bear. Mix and match outfits and furs to fully personalise them.
The Rumble Fish + — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
“+” means new possibilities…
The arcade version of The Rumble Fish + has returned with new features!
Get a discount by preordering the game. In addition, you’ll get to start playing 72 hours before the release.
December 21
Choo-Choo Charles — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
The Ominous Tales – The Forsaken Isle — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
DETECTIVE – Stella Porta Case — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
DETECTIVE: Stella Porta Case, puts you in the shoes of a detective who investigates three strange disappearances. In all cases there is a contract signed by the disappeared, that contract is from an organization called “Stella Porta”.
My Child Lebensborn Remastered — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Help your child, in a story-driven nurture game based on true events
Polygon: “My Child Lebensborn tells a disturbing tale about innocents in the aftermath of WW2”
LevelUp: “The strongest game experience that I have ever had.”
You adopt a young Lebensborn child in Norway after WW2, but parenting will be hard as your child grows up in a hostile and hateful environment. See a different side of the war, inspired by the true stories of the Lebensborn children. Discover how hatred of our enemies continues to create victims, even after victory.
Discover their past and support them in the present. You must balance your time and resources to provide for your child. You will find answers to the hard questions; about their history, the hatred, bullying and the passing of blame.
Can you help Klaus/Karin cope with the heavy inheritance of the German occupation, so they will find their place in a country that is celebrating its freedom.
You can make the difference.
Paperman: Adventure Delivered — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Meet Paperman and the team in an adventure to find the lost mail and defeat the greedy dragon. Explore colorful worlds and collect all golden letters in this 3D collectathon platformer!
SokoWinter — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
SokoWinter is a puzzle game with slippery floors. You will have the opportunity to get to know one of the curious hobbies of four stylish penguins: pushing large ice cubes. Why do they like this activity so much? Well, that we don’t know, as our knowledge of penguins is limited…
Three Minutes to Eight — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
• Embark on a unique adventure, while exploring philosophical themes, such as self-reflection, free will, and the nature of time and the universe
• Experience an unusual gameplay loop where the main character always dies at 7:57pm
• Find a way to escape death and reach one of the 10+ endings
• Immerse yourself in an ever-changing narrative: each run is different, with randomized characters, environments, and elements
• Cyber punk aesthetics: beautiful pixel art characters and frame by frame animations, blended with 3D voxel environments, creating a distinctive visual style
December 22
9Ball Pocket — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows
9-Ball Pocket brings you eight-ball pool, also known as American billiards. You can compete with up to 4 friends or against the AI in Versus mode, or challenge the best in the world in Arcade mode, where you can make combo shots and rack up points to become Number 1 in the online ranking. All of this comes in a setting with great graphics and Jazz music.
Jack Dragon and the Stone of Peace — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Gray Dawn — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Embark on a terrifying adventure of a priest accused of murdering an altar boy. Gray Dawn is a psychological thriller infused with religious elements and combines story-driven quests with an artistic experience.
Jinshin — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows
Mikazuchi, a man of sword mastery and wisdom, joins the Amaterasu Clan to save his master from Onigami Ichigan, the head of an ominous force. When the war is done, will peace or chaos reign supreme?
Make use of tactician Mikazuchi’s orders and gain powerful formation effects to turn the tide of battle in turn-based battles full of ambiance and strategy. Use materials to craft equipment and unlock Kami arts within weapons to unleash extremely powerful skills. Learn magic arts from Tsukumo Kami hiding all over the world, and focus on developing your village through commands to receive rewards and learn new crafting formulas.
Party Friends — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
From the charming Farm to the icy thrills of the Winter Resort, and from the sun-soaked Beach to the enchanting depths of the Forest, get ready for a whirlwind of fun, laughter, and competition!
Grab your friends and family because Party Friends supports both single-player and multiplayer modes for up to 4 players. Challenge your loved ones in friendly competitions that will have you laughing, strategizing, and celebrating victory together. Easy-to-learn gameplay ensures that everyone can join in on the fun, making it an excellent addition to any social event. Plus, the stunning, colorful visuals will leave a lasting impression on players of all ages.
Get ready to unleash your inner party animal and embark on a joyous adventure with Party Friends. It’s time to create unforgettable memories, share moments of hilarity, and establish yourself as the life of the party.
Let the games begin!
Pixel Strike 3D — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Pixel Strike 3D: A fast-paced Multiplayer FPS with 20+ modes. Battle globally, climb leaderboards in modes like Team Deathmatch & Capture The Flag. Enjoy minigames like Dodgeball. Form clans, design logos, and top clan charts. Level up, unlock 70+ weapons & customize your look. Play to win, no purchase needed!
Wordsweeper by POWGI — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Railbreak — Xbox Series X|S
Railbreak melds a classic on-rails arcade experience with the cutting edge Unreal Engine 5. In this prelude to Outbreak: Shades of Horror, you’ll get an opportunity to see the sights and sounds of Cypress Ridge and get chomped on by a zombie or four! Face the city alone, or bring a friend along with optional 2-player co-op supported across the entire game
Featuring a wide cast of survivors each with their own loadouts and traits, you’ll find plenty of replayability in this absurd take of a survival horror game in a survival horror game. A full story mode experience awaits across six scenarios. Bonus modes include Score Attack, and the endless Onslaught Mode that keeps ratcheting up the difficulty until the undead finally seal your fate.
Crack open your piggy bank, snag a fizzy soda, and take a trip back to the 1990’s arcade.
Rock ‘N Racing Off Road — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows
Rock’N Racing Off Road DX offers the most entertaining and exciting races, with loads of skids, crashes and amazing jumps. You will have several modes of play, such as Cup mode, time trial and multi-player with the option of up to 4 Players at a time.
SHMUP Mania — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Aliens have been identified by the military’s radars and are advancing towards a planet inhabited by human beings. You in the role of captain must fight using your best vehicle and save the galaxy.
• Arcade controls
• Ideal for beginners to the genre
• Bosses that will challenge your skills
• Spaceships to unlock
• 30 levels with increasing difficulty
Gems: each level you complete will earn you a random amount. These are used to buy better and tougher spaceships.
Tip: As you progress through the levels, check the number of “Gems” and, if necessary, go out and buy a new Spaceship to make your journey easier.
