Coming to Xbox Next Week: Fresh Game Releases from April 14 to 18

Welcome to the latest edition of Next Week on Xbox! Here, we take a closer look at all the exciting games that will soon be making their way to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and Game Pass. Interested? Well, let’s dive right in and check out what’s on the horizon! Remember, release dates can shift.

First up is “Crystal Ball of Firmament,” launching on April 15 and finely tuned for the Xbox Series X|S. Here’s your chance to help a magician in desperate need of a lost spell book. This action-packed platformer allows you to switch between day and night, using a crystal ball to navigate through various obstacles. Prepare to explore four unique biomes across 32 thrilling levels! Changing the time of day will certainly keep you on your toes, altering the landscape of challenges and foes you encounter.

Next, we have “Chains of Freedom,” a turn-based tactics game also dropping on April 15, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Immerse yourself in a tension-filled setting where you and your elite military unit tackle intense missions amidst a dystopian Eastern Europe backdrop. Each decision carries weight, putting your strategic awareness to the test.

On the same day, you’ll also discover “Finding Frankie,” a parkour game show survival experience crafted for Xbox Series X|S. Compete against other contestants and evade a variety of foes in a nerve-wracking chase. Can you outmaneuver them all while showcasing your acrobatic skills?

Prepare for a blast with “Hot Rod Mayhem” on April 15, compatible with Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. This racing game pits you as a fearless racer, zooming through challenging tracks with adrenaline-pumping speed and cunning power-ups. It’s all about dodging and weaving as you strive for victory!

“Lab Rat” makes its debut on April 15, tailored for both Xbox Series X|S and Smart Delivery users. This unique narrative puzzler puts you under the watchful eye of a quirky AI, guiding you through intricate spatial challenges. Not all is as it seems, as the AI develops its understanding of humanity based on your decisions within the game.

Explore the world like never before with “Lushfoil Photography Sim,” releasing on April 15. Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, this game offers stunning recreations of real-world locations for you to capture beautifully with your in-game camera, rewarding your eye for detail and patience.

Get ready for “Monument Valley,” arriving on April 15, and built specifically for Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery. This iconic game places you in surreal monuments where reality bends to your guidance, with puzzles that challenge both mind and perception.

Sequel time! On the same day, “Monument Valley 2” also launches with Xbox Series X|S and Smart Delivery support. Join Ro and her child as they navigate magical worlds filled with optical illusions, reflecting their evolving relationship and growth.

For those who enjoy a challenge, “Bear Knight Honey Quest” appears on April 16. Engage in fun platforming antics as a cuddly bear on a quest to retrieve stolen honey for the queen bee, wielding simplicity in its controls to ensure family-friendly entertainment!

Step into a farmer’s boots from April 16 with “Farmer’s Life,” built for Xbox Series X|S aficionados. Experience the rustic life, facing both joys and hardships as you manage your farm, choosing from diverse tasks that promise endless discovery and satisfaction.

Retro fans, take note! “I, Robot” launches on April 16, updated for Xbox Series X|S and Smart Delivery with the flair and eccentricity only Jeff Minter can bring. A thrilling upgrade to the classic 1980s Atari game, it’s brimming with fresh obstacles, colors, and surprises.

Turn the mundane into fun with “Moving Houses,” arriving on April 16, available across Xbox Series X|S platforms and Xbox Play Anywhere. Relish the whimsy of packing and moving in this casual, comedic embrace of chaos or tidiness—it’s entirely your call.

Sunshine meets a bit of rain in “Sunshower,” hitting the digital shelves on April 16 for Xbox Series X|S. Guide a robot during a downpour, using a plant from your head to battle the elements.

Upgrade your teamwork with “Vinebound: Tangled Together,” set for an April 16 release. This cooperative roguelike sends you and a friend navigating the Garden Lands, requiring precise coordination to survive wave after wave of greenery-gone-wild.

Put on your cleaning gloves in “Crime Scene Cleaner,” coming April 17 for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. Tackle grimy tasks for high-stakes clients with only your wits and trusty bucket by your side.

Dive into RPG nostalgia with “KEMCO RPG Selection Vol. 4” unraveling on April 17, designed for Xbox Series X|S. Enjoy four epic tales wrapped into one thrilling package!

“Leila,” coming April 17, invites players to step into the shoes of Leila herself, walking through phases of her life and unraveling mysteries that intertwine with her biggest decisions.

Take on the hauntingly mesmerizing “Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree,” starting April 17. This side-scroller action-RPG tests your mettle as you explore a world of deep intrigue and mystic peril, beckoning both RPG and Soulslike fans.

Experience exhilarating anime action with “Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate,” going live on April 17. Battle with friends online across platforms and take down foes in this side-scrolling beat ’em up with a twist!

The thrills keep coming with “Terror Mansion” set for an April 17 release on Xbox Series X|S. Navigate a chilling mansion, solve riddles, and escape its clutches with your heart pounding in this spine-tingling horror adventure.

Explore the emotional narrative in “The Safe Place,” launching on April 17. A compelling point-and-click journey that addresses sacrifice and childhood trauma, it’s the next chapter from the creator of Little Kite and Repentant.

“Tempopo” blooms on the scene on April 17 for Xbox Series X|S. Embark on a musical puzzle-solving quest with Hana and rely on her skills to mend her scattered garden.

Bring out your inner pet lover with “Cute Puppy Academy,” wagging its tail to you on April 18. Train, care for, and teach lovely pups all set for Xbox Series X|S exploration.

A beloved return to greatness, “LUNAR Remastered Collection” becomes available April 18. With Xbox Play Anywhere support, relive the magical JRPG tales with enhanced visuals and sounds that are just as captivating as years past.

Brace yourself for the cold journey in “Snow Squall,” arriving April 18 for Xbox Series X|S. This survival epic challenges you to complete a dangerous task before the elements catch up!

Relive the arcade classics with “Space Smash,” also out on April 18 for Xbox Series X|S. Quick, fast, and addictively engaging shooter action awaits those looking to drive back into the old-school gaming era.

Lastly, sweep through excitement with “Thrill Penguin,” releasing on April 18 for Xbox Series X|S. Show off your parkour finesse, tackling various terrains as a penguin with dreams of acrobatics at heart.

That wraps up this week’s gaming roundup! Be sure to mark your calendars and rev up those Xbox in full anticipation for these thrilling new additions.