This week’s lineup of new Xbox titles is as busy as ever, with Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive leading the charge with their latest release, “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.” This stunning turn-based RPG got its first spotlight during the Xbox Games Showcase back in 2024. Since then, we’ve been treated to glimpses of its vibrant world, intriguing art, and engaging gameplay that players will dive into upon its release.
Excitingly, “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” is also debuting on day one for those with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. So, if you’re a subscriber, mark your calendars for April 24, 2025, because you can jump right into the adventure as soon as it drops.
If you’re still exploring last week’s game releases, make sure you check those out too. But for now, let’s dive into what’s hitting the Xbox store next week:
### April 22, 2025
First up, we have two gripping games. “Post Trauma,” available on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC, offers a fresh take on survival horror. Navigate through eerie settings while uncovering mysteries and staying alive against the odds. Following that, “Steel Seed” on Xbox Series X|S presents a stealth-action adventure. Step into a dark sci-fi universe where you’ll guide Zoe and her drone companion through treacherous AI-controlled environments.
### April 23, 2025
Several intriguing releases are scheduled for this day. The “9th Dawn Remake” refreshes the beloved open-world RPG on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, inviting players to delve into massive dungeons alone or with a friend. “ANNIE: Last Hope” offers a 1990s vibe with its voxel-style, top-down shooter set amid an alien invasion, available across multiple platforms. Meanwhile, fans of strategy games can test their wits with “Hegzis,” an engaging hex-grid puzzle experience, or explore survival crafting with “Oppidum.”
### April 24, 2025
A highly anticipated date, highlighted by “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.” Your mission? Undertake a perilous journey to put a stop to the Paintress and her deadly rituals. Also arriving is “Amerzone – The Explorer’s Legacy,” where you’ll take on the role of a journalist tasked with saving mythical creatures from extinction in an exotic land. Rounding out this day’s releases, “Deep Deep Deep Nightmare” and “FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves” promise to bring thrilling battles and classic video game nostalgia to life.
### April 25, 2025
To close the week, we’ll see a diverse set of games ranging from quirky to intense. “Akinakes” delivers fast-paced shooting action, while “EcoGnomix” mixes city-building strategy with the randomness of roguelike mechanics. In “Pacify,” face down supernatural threats in co-op mode, whereas “Sky Revolver” invites you to take command of the last fighter plane in a strategic shoot-‘em-up. Lastly, explore post-pandemic survival dynamics in “Survivalist: Invisible Strain.”
Remember, whether you’re battling hordes or solving puzzles, there’s an abundance of new adventures waiting to be discovered this week. Happy gaming!
