Xbox game releases — August 2nd to 8th

By Robbie Andrews,
Next week sees 14 new games heading to the Xbox platform.

From this page, you can view a game's achievement list if it's been released, subscribe to a game for news updates, add them to your wishlist, and even click through to the Microsoft Store to preorder or purchase. 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!


August 3rd

Deadly Days — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

Deadly Days is a unique strategic rogue-lite in the zombie apocalypse. Manage and protect a group of survivors and help them to stop the catastrophe. Discover and use a large number of wild and crazy objects, even wilder and crazier survivors, special abilities, and deadly weapons.

In Sound Mind — Xbox Series X|S

August 4th

Castle of Pixel Skulls DX — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

Castle Of Pixel Skulls is a fun retro-styled platformer filled with fun and crazy hurdles. Play challenging levels in a race against time in order to escape. Will you have what it takes to survive?

Enter Digiton: Heart of Corruption — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

Free a subterranean kingdom from death and ruin!

Nested in the hollow husk of a desolate world lies the kingdom of Digiton. Once a prosperous, technologically advanced society, the kingdom fell into ruin through greed and lust for power. This led to the rise of four demon lords who now hold dominion over the vast underground cityscapes, icy valleys, intricate mines and lush mushroom forests of Digiton.

Take the role of one of Digiton’s few survivors. Armed with only a shield and tasked with banishing the demon lords, it’s up to you to explore the dark mysteries of the corrupted kingdom and restore its former glory. Uncover long-hidden secrets, and discover the truth behind the enigma known as an AHAB unit.

Orbals — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

In the magical and colorful kingdom of Orbalia, finding more Mojo can mean the difference between life and death!

Four brave little Orbals have taken on the mission of defeating the tyrant Dragon King. They must roll and smash their way to escape from 100 tricky levels unlocking their greatest abilities along the way. Only by working together will they be able to solve all the puzzles and save Orbalia!

August 5th

Curse of the Dead Gods — Windows

You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple…

- A skill-based roguelike exploring a cruel, dark temple made of endless rooms and corridors
- Swords, spears, bows, guns - wield these and many more
- Unique curses influence each attempt, putting a twist on every action
- Dozens of enemies, with powerful champions and deadly bosses to face off against

Dodgeball Academia — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles — Xbox Series X|S

Unwind and enjoy the slow life in Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles, a relaxing open-world adventure game.

Yonder is set in the world of Gemea.  A natural island paradise with eight distinct environments ranging from tropical beaches to snow-capped summits.

But Gemea is not as perfect as it seems.  The mysterious Murk has taken hold of the land!

As the hero of Gemea, you can seek out the hidden and whimsical creatures known as Sprites. Use their power to clear the Murk and restore nature’s beauty.

As you explore Gemea, you can barter with friendly locals, discover unique materials to craft with, befriend the adorable wildlife and even create your own working farm.

Yonder offers a world to lose yourself in; a world filled with the wonder of discovery and the spirit of adventure.

August 6th

Animus: Revenant — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

You, keeper of a long abandoned refuge, must gather the dying memories of an an ill-fated world. Pick up your war hammer. Bring peace to the condemned, silence to the corrupt, and retribution against the deceitful. Fight, farm, craft, collect, end.

Armed Emeth — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows

Valess, a boy earning petty cash in a commune of drifters is suddenly met by Lock, a stand-alone golem. Upon discovering that the leader of a criminal organization has an enormous bounty on his head, Valess receives a golem of his own from Lock and decides to join him on an adventure into the unknown where numerous bounties await. Thus begins their journey of grit and oil across several continents!

As well as upgradable golem equipment, there are also Edea Stones imbued with life force, specialized passive skills and special ammunition for a variety of circumstances. Visit Bounty Centers to find out information on active criminals and monsters, including their rewards, locations and special characteristics. Visit each commune and take on as many bounties as you can to find fame and fortune!

Bone Marrow — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

Bone Marrow is a game in the genre of role-playing board logic puzzles.

The game proposes to combine numbers in pairs, and these numbers have been paired with objects. Using their combination, you can create better weapons, shields, and potions, which will increase your attack and defense against dark monsters.

But a wrong move will have consequences!
If you enjoy puzzles, medieval aesthetics, and elegantly straightforward gameplay, then Bone Marrow will save the day!

Features:
* New spin on a classic puzzle game
* Unlockable characters
* 4 maps to play on
* 2 player mode
* Dark medieval aesthetic art and sound

Goroons — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

Goroons is a Co-op puzzle game about cooperation, communication, and cute monsters with unique abilities!


*History:*
These lovable creatures had their guardian princess attacked by a mysterious golden arrow, putting their entire planet in danger. Goroons, unite! Fight this giant menace from the inside, and take back the power that can save the princess and protect everybody!


*Creatures with metamorphic powers:*
Every Goroon is born with a morph skill and several forms, each form suited for a specific task. With their powers and teamwork, you can beat every challenge ahead.

*All for One and One for All:*
You can play solo or join up to 3 friends to face the challenges ahead.

*Your actions and your decisions need to be in perfect synch:*
Will be not easy, each level was designed to make you think harder, so you’ll have to work a lot to predict the right moves, making sure every step goes toward your success;

IIN — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

"IIN is a relaxing puzzle platform game for you to play on the couch while conquering all achievements in a short amount of time.

You are a soul who controls cubes, overcoming challenges to open and enter the portals, your true goal;"

NO THING — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows

NO THING is a minimalistic surreal action game set in the totalitarian regime of the future. Tells the story of an office clerk who is sent with an important message to the Queen of Ice.
Robbie Andrews
Written by Robbie Andrews
Hey. I'm Robbie! I joined the development team in 2020. I'm a huge fan of fantasy games (anything with a dragon in it) and story driven games.
Also into football and game development.
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