Hey there, welcome to Next Week on Xbox! This is our weekly roundup where we dive into all the exciting games set to launch soon on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox app for Windows PC, and Game Pass. Check out the details below and click on each game’s profile for more information. Remember, release dates might change, so stay tuned!
### Spirit Swap: Lofi Beats to Match-3 To – Out on February 3
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery
Step into the shoes of Samar, a young witch tackling the night shift in the spirit realm just outside of Demashq. A sudden spike in spirit activity disrupts the usual calm, urging Samar to investigate. With her trusty companion by her side and a major concert soon to hit the city, she must hurry to maintain order amidst the chaos of fans and phantoms.
### Mystery Box: The Journey
From Ocean Media, this game stars on February 4
Dive into a world of intrigue with “Mystery Box: The Journey”. Unravel secrets as you piece together puzzles, exploring the depths of a mysterious narrative crafted by Ocean Media.
### Rogue Waters – Launching February 4
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, featuring Smart Delivery and Xbox Play Anywhere
Set sail with Captain Cutter in “Rogue Waters”, a tactical, turn-based rogue-lite adventure all about pirates! Venture through randomly generated encounters, recruit and train your crew, and engage in thrilling combat both on sea and on land.
### Journey of Johann: Grasslands – Arriving February 5
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
“Journey of Johann” blends action, adventure, and platforming with puzzles. Navigate challenging levels, take on a devious boss, collect items, and showcase your speedrunning skills as you maneuver Johann through each scenario using his weapons in creative ways.
### Mechanita – Rolling out February 5
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery
Join the goggled heroine in the steampunk-themed “Mechanita”, tackling 50 tough-as-nails stages. This side-scrolling platformer showcases intricate pixel art and demands precision and skill as you tackle ever more complex obstacles.
### Mimi the Cat: Meow Together – Available February 5
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery
Give your strategy muscles a workout with “Mimi the Cat: Meow Together”. Whether playing solo or in local co-op, guide cats to their cozy resting spots through a puzzle-filled landscape that’s both adorable and cleverly challenging.
### Punch Monk – Arrives February 5
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Challenge yourself with “Punch Monk”, a puzzle game where complexity increases as you navigate through 50 stages. Each step brings new gameplay elements, keeping you on your toes and your mind sharp.
### Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator – Racing to You on February 6
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Step into the shoes of a paramedic in “Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator”. Your mission is to dash to accident sites, administer care, and make split-second decisions that could mean the difference between life or death.
### Big Helmet Heroes – Hits Stores February 6
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Uncover the excitement of “Big Helmet Heroes”, a 3D beat ’em up that combines action with adventure. With nearly 30 distinct heroes, venture through various realms on your quest—go solo or team up with a friend!
### Let’s Cook Together 2 – Cooking Up Fun February 6
Join the resistance in “Let’s Cook Together 2”. This cooperative journey pits you against the oppressive Nutri Inc. and their tasteless dystopia. Help Ohmie’s movement save the world through your culinary prowess.
### Luck be a Landlord – Spin the Reels February 6
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery
Face your financial woes with “Luck be a Landlord”, a roguelike deck-builder where the slot machine can be your savior. Build synergies and use your luck to defeat the odds stacked against you.
### Moons of Darsalon – Launching February 6
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery
Take command of lost darsanauts in Moons of Darsalon. Guide them to safety using commands made possible by their smart AI. With your laser gun, jet pack, and even vehicles at your disposal, surmount treacherous terrain and enemy threats.
### Spacepunk Survival – Landing February 6
Enter the fray of “Spacepunk Survival”, a multiplayer FPS that throws you into the heart of a dark station filled with alien creatures. Drawing on retro graphics, this shooter pays tribute to classic sci-fi vibes.
### UNDER DEFEAT – Making a Comeback February 6
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Originally a Japanese arcade sensation, “Under Defeat” returns in a new edition. Enjoy classic gameplay now refined for today’s consoles with a masterful port retaining all prior joy.
### Bomb Bowling X – Strikes February 7
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Enjoy some retro fun in “Bomb Bowling X”, helping a cute, caped feline win the match. Smash pins with creative use of physics in this unique twist on bowling.
### Beef Cat Ultra – Arrives February 7
The whimsical antics of “Beef Cat Ultra” unfold in Beeflandia, where celebrations turn to chaos thanks to the mysterious Big Guy. Join Beef Cat on a high-stakes new journey.
### Fly Punch Boom! – Unleashes Chaos on February 7
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery
Engage in over-the-top clashes in “Fly Punch Boom!” as skyscrapers, sea monsters, and asteroids become your battlegrounds. Use strategic moves to emerge victorious in this exhilarating competition.
### HOLYHUNT – Takes Aim February 7
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery
Blast through hordes of demons in “Holyhunt”, a roguelike shooter that aligns 8-bit nostalgia with advanced mechanics. With ever-evolving challenges, can you vanquish the demonic bosses?
### Idle Devils – Enters the Fray February 7
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Engage in strategic supremacy with “Idle Devils”, selecting devils for cultivation and new female demon conquests. With deep systems for skills and gear, rise as the Demon King.
### Loot Stack – Relics Hunter – Coming February 7
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery
Test your spatial skills in “Loot Stack – Relics Hunter”. Each cleverly designed relic offers fresh challenges, so strategize and optimize to uncover all treasures.
### Spot Challenge Vol. 2 – Spot It on February 7
Back with new levels in “Spot Challenge Vol. 2″—compare images and spot differences in a race against time across over 330 differences. Can you find them all?
### Sugoro Quest: Dice Heroes – Rolling Out February 7
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery
A new adventure begins with “Sugoro Quest: Dice Heroes” as quests unfold with every roll of the dice. Tactically navigate the kingdom of Siland and choose your team wisely.
That’s a wrap for this week’s exciting Xbox lineup! Stay tuned and happy gaming!
