Upcoming Major Video Game Releases for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One

The Xbox Series X/S has officially entered its third year, presenting gamers with a rich selection of titles. Historically, consoles tend to hit their stride in the latter phases of their lifecycle when developers pivot from cross-generation titles to focusing solely on next-gen experiences. Although the Xbox Series X/S is gradually transitioning towards this phase, it’s not quite there yet.

Recent years have introduced an impressive array of titles, particularly in the open-world category. Games like Elden Ring, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, A Plague Tale: Requiem, and Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands showcased diverse gaming experiences in 2022. Following this trend, 2023 brought us hits such as Dead Space, Street Fighter 6, and the critically acclaimed Forza Motorsport. Looking forward, 2024 is already shaping up with major releases like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Now, let’s explore which titles are the most anticipated for 2025.

We will prioritize North American release dates for Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One titles, including expansions.

Last Updated: December 11, 2024: With few new announcements expected for 2024, the gaming industry is gearing up for a powerful start to the new year. Several exciting titles have recently been added to the release calendar, including Things Too Ugly, Beyond The Ice Palace 2, and Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, among others.

Upcoming Xbox Games in December 2024

Marvel Rivals, Indiana Jones, & More

Typically, December is a quieter month for video game releases, but December 2024 presents several noteworthy titles worth mentioning. The spotlight shines on Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, a game set to bring back the beloved franchise. As a temporary Xbox console exclusive, it reintroduces players to a classic saga, available on Game Pass. This is a title fans of the franchise cannot miss.

In addition to Indiana Jones, Marvel Rivals aims to carve its niche as a multiplayer hero shooter, leveraging its iconic brand to attract gamers, even as the genre experiences varied success. Fans of classic remasters will also be delighted by Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered, while those seeking cooperative experiences can anticipate Path of Exile 2, now in early access.

December 3: Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age (XBX/S, XBO)
December 4: The Thaumaturge (XBX/S)
December 5: Entropy Survivors (XBX/S)
December 5: Fantasia Neo Dimension (XBX/S)
December 5: Little Big Adventure: Twinsen’s Quest (XBX/S, XBO)
December 5: Love Too Easily (XBX/S)
December 5: Railroads Online (XBX/S)
December 5 : Symphony (XBX/S, XBO)
December 5: The Thing Remastered (XBX/S, XBO)
December 5th : UFL (XBX/S)
December 5: Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop (XBX/S)
December 6: Beat the Machine: Rebooted (XBX/S, XBO)
December 6: Dog Man: Mission Impawsible (XBX/S)
December 6: Marvel Rivals (XBX/S)
December 6: Path of Exile 2 (XBX/S)
December 6: Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun – Aiko’s Choice (XBX/S)
December 9: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (XBX/S)
December 9: Road Maintenance Simulator 2 – Winter Services (XBX/S)
December 10: Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered (XBX/S, XBO)
December 10: Maximum Football (XBX/S, XBO)
December 11: Faaast Penguin (XBX/S)
December 12: Dreamless Girl (XBX/S)
December 12: Smoots Summer Games II (XBX/S, XBO)
December 13: Overtop (XBX/S)
December 17: Flint: Treasure of Oblivion (XBX/S)
December 19: Universe For Sale (XBX/S)

Upcoming Xbox Games in January 2025

Tales of Graces, Sniper Elite, & More

As we transition into January 2025, the Xbox lineup offers several exciting titles, although not densely packed. One of the most anticipated games is Tales of Graces f Remastered, marking the franchise’s debut on Xbox consoles. This title is celebrated for its engaging combat system and compelling narrative, promising to capture both veterans and newcomers alike.

In addition, Dynasty Warriors: Origins seeks to revitalize the hack-and-slash genre, showcasing enhanced visuals and gameplay improvements. Fans of the genre have high hopes it can outperform its predecessor, Dynasty Warriors 9. Other highlights include Synduality: Echo of Ada, an engaging looter-shooter with an anime-inspired design, and Sniper Elite: Resistance, expected to deliver another solid experience in this celebrated series.

January 16: Morkull Ragast’s Rage (XBX/S)
January 16: Things Too Ugly (XBX/S, XBO)
January 17: Dynasty Warriors: Origins (XBX/S)
January 17: Tales of Graces f Remastered (XBX/S)
January 22: ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist (XBX/S, XBO)
January 23: Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles Remaster (XBX/S, XBO)
January 23: Synduality: Echo of Ada (XBX/S)
January 28: Cuisineer (XBX/S)
January 28: Eternal Strands (XBX/S)
January 28: Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap (PC, XBX/S)
January 28: The Stone of Madness (XBX/S)
January 28: Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter (XBX/S, XBO)
January 28 : Newsletter (XBX/S, XBO)
January 29: Robots at Midnight (XBX/S)
January 30: Sniper Elite: Resistance (XBX/S, XBO)
January 31: Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (XBX/S)

Upcoming Xbox Games in February 2025

Avowed, Assassin’s Creed, Monster Hunter, Civilization, & More

The month of February 2025 is shaping up to be quite significant for the gaming industry, likely featuring an abundance of highly anticipated releases. Notable among them are Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and Civilization 7, both launching on the same day yet catering to different player demographics. Together, they promise to keep gamers engrossed for hours on end.

Moreover, the month will welcome Assassin’s Creed Shadows, a Japan-focused title from Ubisoft with a tumultuous pre-launch phase, with hopes pinned on its final execution. Adding to the excitement, the Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered collection will aim to rejuvenate some of the franchise’s more controversial entries, while Avowed, developed by Obsidian, represents an ambitious new RPG exclusive to Xbox platforms.

February: Dragonkin: The Banished (XBX/S)
February 4: Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (XBX/S)
February 4: Rogue Waters (XBX/S)
February 6: Moons Of Darsalon (XBX/S)
February 11: Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 (XBX/S, XBO)
February 13: Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate (XBX/S, XBO)
February 14: Assassin’s Creed Shadows (XBX/S)
February 14: Date Everything (XBX/S)
February 14: Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered (XBX/S, XBO)
February 18: Avowed (XBX/S)
February 18: Lost Records: Bloom and Rage Tape 1 (XBX/S)
February 21: Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (XBX/S, XBO)
February 28: Dollhouse: Behind The Broken Mirror (XBX/S)
February 28: Monster Hunter Wilds (XBX/S)

Upcoming Xbox Games in March 2025

Suikoden, Tales Of The Shire, & More

The upcoming month of March 2025 is already hinting at some noteworthy games for Xbox fans. Two Point Museum is set to be a standout management simulator, potentially matching the success of its predecessors, Two Point Hospital and Two Point Campus.

JRPG enthusiasts can look forward to the Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster, which promises excellent value by hosting two classics in one package. Additionally, Atelier Yumia appears to evolve Gust’s well-known franchise, and Tales of the Shire looks to offer an intriguing narrative experience.

March 2025: Football Manager 25 (XBX/S)
March 4: Two Point Museum (XBX/S)
March 6: Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster (XBX/S, XBO)
March 13: Beyond The Ice Palace 2 (XBX/S, XBO)
March 18: Lost Records: Bloom and Rage Tape 2 (XBX/S)
March 21: Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (XBX/S, XBO)
March 21: Bleach: Rebirth of Souls (XBX/S)
March 25: Tales of the Shire: A Lord of The Rings Game (XBX/S)
March 27 : Atomfall (XBX/S, XBO)

Upcoming Xbox Games in April 2025

Fatal Fury & More

As of now, April 2025’s lineup is relatively sparse, but it is expected to fill up as announcements roll in. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves should be a key highlight, promising to deliver a high-quality fighting experience. Its competitor, Mandragora, also shows potential as a captivating side-scrolling action title.

April 3: Poppy Playtime Triple Pack (XBX/S)
April 17: Mandragora (XBX/S)
April 24: Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves (XBX/S)

Significant Xbox Games of 2025 Without Release Dates

Doom, GTA, & More

Looking towards 2025, excitement is building even though only a handful of titles have fixed release dates. Major projects like Grand Theft Auto 6 are poised to be game-changers, while Doom: The Dark Ages, Borderlands 4, and Little Nightmares 3 are looming on the horizon as contenders to shape the year’s gaming landscape.

May 2025: Revenge of the Savage Planet (XBX/S)
The Alters (XBX/S)
Amerzone – The Explorer’s Legacy (XBX/S)
Big Helmet Heroes (XBX/S)
Borderlands 4 (XBX/S)
Bye Sweet Carole (XBX/S, XBO)
Herb (XBX/S)
Carmen Sandiego (XBX/S, XBO)
Chains of Freedom (XBX/S)
Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone (XBX/S)
Coffee Talk Tokyo (XBX/S)
Cronos: The New Dawn (XBX/S)
Demon Slayer – Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 (XBX/S, XBO)
Dinos Reborn (XBX/S, XBO)
Doom: The Dark Ages (XBX/S)
Double Dragon Revive (XBX/S, XBO)
Dune Awakening (XBX/S)
Edens Zero (XBX/S)
Empyreal (XBX/S)
Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream (XBX/S)
Fable (XBX/S)
Fatal Run 2089 (XBX/S)
FBC: Firebreak (XBX/S)
The First Berserker: Khazan (XBX/S, XBO)
Frostpunk 2 (XBX/S)
Grand Theft Auto 6 (Platforms TBA)
Hell is Us (XBX/S)
Island of Winds (XBX/S)
Cyborg (XBX/S, XBO)
Killing Floor 3 (XBX/S)
The Legend of Baboo (XBX/S)
Little Nightmares 3 (XBX/S, XBO)
Mafia: The Old Country (XBX/S)
Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra (Platforms TBA)
MIO: Memories in Orbit (XBX/S, XBO)
Mixtape (XBX/S)
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (XBX/S)
Mouse: PI For Hire (XBX/S, XBO)
Pathologic 3 (XBX/S)
South of Midnight (XBX/S)
Space Adventure Cobra – The Awakening (XBX/S, XBO)
Steel Seed (XBX/S)
Subnautica 2 (XBX/S)
The Talos Principle: Reawakened (XBX/S)
Terminator: Survivors (Platforms TBA)
Wheel World (XBX/S)
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers (XBX/S)
Yes, Your Grace: Snowfall (XBX/S)

Major Upcoming Xbox Games With No Release Year

Kingdom Come, Elder Scrolls, & More

The phrase “Coming soon”can encompass a wide timeline, extending from mere months to several years. Titles like Beyond Good and Evil 2 and Control 2 are highly anticipated but remain shrouded in uncertainty regarding release dates.

Among the many intriguing projects slated for the Xbox Series X/S are The Elder Scrolls 6 and Kingdom Hearts 4, alongside Ark 2. These significant titles embody only a fraction of the potential gaming experiences that await players in the future.

33 Immortals (XBX/S)
Alien: Isolation Sequel (Platforms TBA)
Archeage Chronicles (XBX/S)
Ark 2 (XBX/S)
Blood of Mehran (XBX/S)
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night Sequel (Platforms TBA)
Buramato (XBX/S, XBO)
Captain Blood (XBX/S, XBO)
Cities: Skylines 2 (XBX/S)
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (XBX/S)
ClockWork Revolution (XBX/S)
Codename: Final Form (Platforms TBA)
Crimson Desert (XBX/S)
Dark Atlas: Hell (XBX/S)
Disaster Report 5 (Platforms TBA)
Dragon Quest 12: Flames of Fate (Platforms TBA)
Dreamhouse: The Game (XBX/S, XBO)
Echoes of the End (XBX/S)
The Eternal Life of Goldman (XBX/S)
Exoborne (PC, Consoles TBA)
FragPunk (XBX/S)
Gex Trilogy (XBX/S)
GreedFall 2: The Dying World (XBX/S)
Gothic (XBX/S)
Harmonium: The Musical (XBX/S)
Haunted Chocolatier (Platforms TBA)
Hunting Simulator 3 (XBX/S)
Instinction (XBX/S, XBO)
Lethal Honor: Order of the Apocalypse (XBX/S, XBO)
Jurassic Park Survival (XBX/S)
Kage: Shadow of The Ninja (XBX/S, XBO)
Kemuri (Platforms TBA)
King of Meat (XBX/S)
Kitsune Tails (XBX/S, XBO)
Lab Rat (TBA)
Last Sentinel (Platforms TBA)
Little Devil Inside (XBO)
Lunar Remastered Collection (XBX/S, XBO)
Marathon (XBX/S)
Mecha Break (XBX/S)
Mistfall Hunter (XBX/S)
Montezuma’s Revenge – 40th Anniversary Edition (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
My Time at Evershine (XBX/S)
New Crazy Taxi Game (Platforms TBA)
New Darksiders Project (Platforms TBA)
New Golden Axe Game (Platforms TBA)
New Jet Set Radio Game (Platforms TBA)
New Mass Effect Game (Platforms TBA)
New Metro Game (Platforms TBA)
New Shinobi Game (Platforms TBA)
New Streets Of Rage Game (Platforms TBA)
No Rest for the Wicked (XBX/S)
OD (Overdose) (XBX/S)
Orphan of the Machine (XBX/S)
The Outer Worlds 2 (XBX/S)
Panzer Dragoon 2 Zwei: Remake (Platforms TBA)
Paraside: Duality Unbound (XBX/S)
Perfect Dark (Platforms TBA)
Pragmata (XBX/S)
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake (XBO)
Prison Architect 2 (XBX/S)
Project 007 (Platforms TBA)
Reanimal (XBX/S)
SacriFire (XBX/S, XBO)
Shadow of Conspiracy: Section 2 (XBX/S)
The Signal (XBX/S, XBO)
Simon The Sorcerer Origins (XBX/S, XBO)
Skate (Platforms TBA)
Spine (XBX/S, XBO)
Star Wars: Eclipse (Platforms TBA)
State of Decay 3 (XBX/S)
Terrifier: The ARTcade Game (XBX/S)
Towerborne (XBX/S, PC)
Tron: Catalyst (XBX/S)
New TimeSplitters Game (Platforms TBA)
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 (XBX/S, XBO)
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 (XBX/S)
Where Winds Meet (Platforms TBA)
Winter Burrow (XBX/S, XBO)
WitchSpring R (XBX/S, XBO)
The Wolf Among Us 2 (XBX/S, XBO)
Wreckfest 2 (XBX/S)
Wyrdsong (Platforms TBA)

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