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Word Quest Fantasy

Word Quest Fantasy

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 17, 2026
Wield enchanted swords, explore ancient castles, and unravel word puzzles charged with mystical power. Each grid hides words that bring you closer to becoming a true hero of the realm. Defeat challenges, unlock secrets, and let your imagination guide you through a storybook world where every word is part of your adventure. Are you ready to prove yourself in the ultimate fantasy word quest?
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The Empty Desk

The Empty Desk

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 17, 2026
The Empty Desk is the first chapter of the Detective Bennett: Solved Cases saga - a psychological thriller with narrative adventure elements and hints of horror. It immerses the player in a true crime story while exploring the effects of a mind trapped in a cycle of repetition and emotional burnout. In this first installment, veteran homicide detective Thomas H. Bennett, just one week away from retirement, faces one final and unsettling case that could change him forever. Will you solve the case before the truth devours you too? This is only the beginning of a saga where each case will challenge you on a psychological, emotional, and narrative level.
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PRAGMATA

PRAGMATA

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 17, 2026
Pragmata is a unique, sci-fi action-adventure game from Capcom. Follow Hugh, a member of an ill-fated investigation team, and Diana, a young android, as they navigate a lunar facility taken over by rogue AI in search of a way to Earth. At a remote lunar research facility, humanity discovers a new ore—one that, when properly refined, can be used to create almost anything using 3D printers. When the facility suddenly falls silent, Hugh and his team are dispatched to investigate...but then disaster strikes. Hugh is saved by Diana, a lone android wandering the complex. The two of them must join forces to find a way off the moon while working their way through an AI-controlled facility bent on stopping them. Half-realized replicas of human civilization sprawl across the lunar surface, while inside, only scattered traces of the facility's vanished inhabitants remain. What buried truth awaits at the end of Hugh and Diana's journey? Guide both Hugh as he moves, shoots, and jumps, and Diana, who hacks at the same time. Enjoy a fresh, new blend of gameplay in this truly unique system that will push your brain to its limits.
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Decollate Decoration

Decollate Decoration

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 17, 2026
One day, all of a sudden, you find yourself becoming a ghost. You've never committed any evil. Your soul would surely be judged favorably. ...Right? This is a point-and-click, command-selection style adventure game where the protagonist is a girl who has become a ghost. The objective is to fulfill her desires by speaking to her beloved "him" causing poltergeists, visiting in dreams, or even cursing.
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Inhuman Resources: A Literary Machination

Inhuman Resources: A Literary Machination

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 17, 2026
Take part in an expansive choose-your-own-adventure horror story, where you’ll uncover the secrets of an anachronistic corporation reigning over a post-truth world. Solve cryptic riddles, make difficult choices, and escape the depths of SMYRNACORP with your mind intact, no matter the cost. With hundreds of possible story routes, multiple endings, interactive puzzles and RPG elements, INHUMAN RESOURCES aims to elevate the traditional reading experience to more immersive, engaging heights, without forgoing the satisfaction of a well-crafted story.
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Death By Scrolling

Death By Scrolling

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Welcome to Death By Scrolling, a rogue-like vertically scrolling RPG set in the chaotic depths of Purgatory, now under new management! Choose your character - each with unique perks and abilities, and race upward through endless levels. Battle bizarre monsters, dodge death itself, and collect gems to pay the Ferryman’s exorbitant fee: 10,000 gold! With each screen inching upward, time is never on your side. Outsmart the Grim Reaper, grab power-ups, complete quirky side quests, and shop from vendors mid-run. Stay alive, pay your dues, and maybe, just maybe, you'll cross that river.
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ZPF

ZPF

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Inspired by classic games like Lords of Thunder, Elemental Master, and Thunderforce 3/4, ZPF is a horizontal shoot 'em up that combines fantasy, and sci-fi elements into one epic adventure. With themes ranging from lush fantasy realms to dystopian futures and alien-infested space, ZPF offers a rich, varied gameplay experience where you'll face off against unique enemies and battle a gauntlet of wicked 16-bit bosses. - 16 bits of wicked mid and end stage bosses - Engaging scoring system - Three playable characters - Secrets galore
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Magic Sheep

Magic Sheep

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Get ready to fluff your brain and relax your heart, because this little sheep in a top hat is about to turn puzzle-solving into the cutest ritual of calm you’ve ever seen. Magic Sheep is a charming, slow-paced puzzle adventure where you push wooden barrels across peaceful gardens until each one rests perfectly on a marble pedestal. No pressure, no timer, only soft music, gentle thinking, and plenty of “oh, that was clever” moments.
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Starward

Starward

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Starward is a 3D fighting game that integrates mecha girls and classic GVG combat gameplay, with 1V1 and 2V2 mode as the core gameplay. In Starward, players can control mecha girls with distinct personalities and different combat styles, and experience three-dimensional combat experiences beyond the ground. Starward faithfully recreates the GVG gameplay that has been popular in Japanese arcade halls for over a decade. It includes actions such as Beam Rifle, Machine Gun, Charge Shoot, fighting, blocking, stepping, dashing, allowing you to quickly showcase your skill level. The Starward experience spans across three distinct game modes featuring 2V2, 1V1 and Arcade gameplay. PvP is the main, featuring fast-paced battles lasting about 3 minutes per match.
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Without a Dawn

Without a Dawn

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Without a Dawn is a dark, psychological, and philosophical visual horror novel featuring hauntingly beautiful pseudo-ASCII art. She seeks refuge from her constant, restless thoughts in a remote cabin. There are no distractions in the profound silence and isolation, but the eerie sound of the cold wind weaving through the trees keeps her awake. In the dark stillness of the night, the silence has begun to take on physical form. Without a Dawn masterfully immerses the player in introspection, intertwining psychological and philosophical elements to create a narrative that blurs the line between reality and fiction.
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Smash it Wild: Tactical Volleyball Roguelike

Smash it Wild: Tactical Volleyball Roguelike

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Smash it Wild is a tactical turn-based game combining volleyball and dodgeball in a fantasy universe. Dive into a fantasy world where champions face off in an unforgiving tournament. In Smash it Wild, every match counts, mixing volleyball and dodgeball in tactical turn-based gameplay. Upgrade your players, kit them out with powerful items, discover unique synergies and do your best to survive this roguelike competition where defeat means starting all over again.
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Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss

Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
2053. Across the globe, the occult threat grows ever more blatant, and strange, incomprehensible events multiply. As the Earth's surface resources dwindle, powerful corporations turn to the uncharted depths of the oceans, unaware of the ancient horror they are about to awaken. In this tense Lovecraftian thriller, you play Noah, tasked with investigating the mysterious disappearance of miners in the depths of the Pacific Ocean. With the help of your AI companion, Key, explore the vast, labyrinthine prison of R'lyeh - an ancient, sunken city of cyclopean proportions - and resist the creeping madness caused by Cthulhu's influence. At its core lies a secret that could shatter your understanding of reality.
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Fortnite: Save the World

Fortnite: Save the World

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Hold back hordes of monsters and explore a vast, destructible world. Also build huge forts, craft weapons, find loot, and level up!
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Chip 'N Clawz vs. The Brainioids: Going Underground

Chip 'N Clawz vs. The Brainioids: Going Underground

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
This massive DLC expands Chip ‘n Clawz with a brand new story campaign, new enemies to fight, upgrades to collect, and secrets to explore. Chip ‘n Clawz are in deep trouble! Literally! Their HQ has fallen into a bottomless pit full of creepy crawlies. Worse yet, the local army of alien bugs is commanded by a powerful alien creature who uses telepathy to mess with our heroes. On the other side of the labyrinth, two Brainioid super-soldiers are sent on a mission to seek and destroy an ancient enemy. Are Chip ‘n Clawz just a bonus target, or can the four heroes find a way to team up against the common threat?
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Ereban: Shadow Legacy

Ereban: Shadow Legacy

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Indie developer Baby Robot Games, and publisher Raw Fury, are proud to reveal their debut game, Ereban: Shadow Legacy, a fast-paced stealth platformer game where you become Ayana, the last descendant of a forgotten race. Harness mystical shadow powers, high-tech gadgets and avoid or kill to uncover the truth about your past and the key to saving a dying, morally grey universe.
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Atomic Heart: Blood on Crystal

Atomic Heart: Blood on Crystal

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Experience the thrilling, high-stakes conclusion of Atomic Heart with “Blood on Crystal!” P-3, the Twin and their comrades must venture deeper into Facility 3826 than ever before to battle CHAR-les and make a last desperate bid to save humanity from total annihilation. Visit the new Wave Platform and the classified Crystal Complex as you unearth the unspeakable truth behind CHAR-les’ nefarious plans. Take on the ultimate challenge as you face off against the Polymorphs, a new cast of mysterious beings spawned from the horrific experiments of CHAR-les himself. Harnessing the properties of polymer to assume elemental forms, the Polymorphs will force you to adapt your fighting style on the fly and make the most of your arsenal. You’ll encounter the wildest bosses still lurking in Facility 3826, but thankfully you’ll have access to the mightiest glove abilities and weapons yet to deal with them.
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PEPPERED: An Existential Platformer

PEPPERED: An Existential Platformer

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
PEPPERED is an existential platformer where you have ONE SHOT at everything. Every choice, every boss battle, and every failure impact the branching plotline and determine how the story will go and how it will end. Will you save the world - or fail miserably? SYNOPSIS Seeing apathy in the face of doomsday, an office intern decides to save the world by themselves. But the world responds by summoning the police, angry mobs, and the media, branding them as a terrorist. KEY FEATURES ■ BRANCHING NARRATIVE Multiple endings. Multiple story routes. Your failures and choices affect the story, which branches out heavily — sometimes taking you to completely unique locations with unique scenes, characters, or gameplay mechanics. ■ PLATFORMING ACTION Run. Jump. Die. Scream at the screen. ■ ONE-SHOT BOSS FIGHTS Challenging boss fights! If you lose, the game will not reset or give you a second chance — it will go on, incorporating your loss and changing the story accordingly. ■ CHOICES Make story choices, ranging from dialogue responses to actions. These will either affect the characters, the scene's outcome, or the ending you get. ■ STEALTH SECTIONS Get caught, sneak past, or find a secret solution. Every section features a unique character, permanent outcomes, and dumb gags.
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Nullstar: Solus

Nullstar: Solus

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Activate Nullstar Protocol! When a world dies and its nullstar is up for grabs, corporate vultures descend to tear apart the corpse. Solus is one of the scavenger drones sent to the surface of the dying world, to find the nullstar among the wreckage of a megastructure belonging to an age long gone. Nullstar: Solus is a precision platformer where speed is of the essence, as your drone races down into forgotten, overgrown chambers and corridors, facing ancient dangers and forgotten hazards in its quest for the most powerful energy source in existence.
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MOUSE: P.I. For Hire

MOUSE: P.I. For Hire

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Step into a world of cartoon animation and retro action-packed adventure in Mouse. Inspired by the best of 30s rubber hose animation and the classic noir style, this retro shooter is a story-driven experience that will take you on a thrilling journey through a dangerous and corrupt city. Armed with a variety of mid-century firearms and explosives like the Revolver, Tommy Gun, Hammer, Carcano, Dynamite, you'll be able to take on enemies in any way you choose. Whether you prefer to run and gun, jump and dodge, or carefully plan your attacks, Mouse gives you the freedom to approach combat your way. And with the Fantastic-o-Matic power-up system, you'll be able to upgrade your weapons and abilities to become even more deadly. Look for the vending machines scattered throughout the city and choose the power-ups that best suit your playstyle. But be warned: the city is full of danger and betrayal. To survive, you'll need to stay sharp and keep your wits about you. With every step you take, you'll uncover more of the story and find yourself caught up in a web of deceit and murder. So gear up, get ready to fight, and take on the challenges of Mouse - a retro shooter that will take you on an unforgettable adventure.
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Under Par Golf Architect

Under Par Golf Architect

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
Design and Manage Prestigious Courses around the World. Design world-class golf courses by terraforming rough wasteland into lush fairways for smooth drives and pristine greens to ensure a true roll for every putt. Raise and lower terrain and lay the course for rivers and lakes to craft breathtaking landscapes that will fill your golfers with awe. Every course you create is a masterpiece waiting to be explored! Build and maintain your golfing paradise to keep your members happy and entertained with bars, pools, restaurants and training facilities. Hire the right staff for the job to ensure services are top-notch quality. Manage your budget wisely as you expand your course with new holes and amenities, balancing the demands of profitability with the pursuit of perfection. Golfer membership will ensure your profit and the growth of your first-class resort! Play your own course and test your skills against challenging layouts and unpredictable hazards, from towering trees to treacherous water features. Simple controls and a point and click mechanic will let you test the par of every hole to ensure they’re up to scratch for your members. Don’t want to play but still like to experience the challenges of your design? Click on the teeing area to simulate the game! Customize your golf course across a range of different biomes, from bustling cities to some of the most remote regions in the world. Experiment with different landscaping elements to evoke a variety of atmospheres, from classic elegance to modern extravagance. VIP golfers love exclusitìvity; if they can only reach your course by helicopter they’ll do it, but it needs to be worth their while - fine-tune every detail to suit their preferences and taste! After establishing a thriving club in a suburban town setting, are you ready to tackle the challenges of running a larger golf resort? Invest in improving your facilities, upgrading equipment, hiring skilled staff, and optimizing course layouts to attract more members and increase revenue. Watch as your club's prestige and profitability soar with each successful upgrade. Train and develop your staff, enhancing their skills and abilities to provide top-notch service and keep operations running smoothly.
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Ground Zero

Ground Zero

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 16, 2026
A devastating meteor impact has wiped out South Korea. 2 months later as the dust and lightning storms settle and the air becomes breathable, an elite Korean operative and her Canadian partner are sent to investigate. What waits for them in the foggy remains is more terrifying than they ever could have imagined... Fight through post-apocalyptic South Korea in this retro survival horror. Uncover the truth behind the devastating meteor impact that left the country in ruins and turned every living organism into a terrifying monstrosity. Fight. Solve puzzles. Upgrade gear. Make every bullet count.
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Pengilo

Pengilo

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 15, 2026
A chill world of puzzling challenges awaits in Pengilo, a physics-driven platformer where you fling a bouncy penguin through charming winter landscapes. Across 50 levels, collect stars and grab the key to unlock the exit, mastering precision launches to escape every frosty challenge! Bounce your penguin at least once and you’ll even be able to change directions midair, slowing down time and re-aiming to hit your target or avoid pitfalls and spike traps. Enjoy cozy and casual brainteasing gameplay at your own pace, all accompanied by a mellow soundtrack. • Enjoy physics-based platforming across 50 puzzling stages. • Fling your penguin with precision to reach the exit. • Grab the key and collect stars along the way. • Slow down time and change direction midair. • Replay cleared stages to improve your skills.
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Arcade Archives 2: Konami GT

Arcade Archives 2: Konami GT

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 15, 2026
Konami GT is a racing game released by Konami in 1985. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge as you race through checkpoints, aiming to conquer all six grueling stages. With beautiful, shifting scenery – from coastal highways and arid wastelands to plains bathed in the sunset – push the pedal to the metal and blast toward the finish line in a shower of glory!
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Find My Frogs

Find My Frogs

Platform: Xbox Series X
April 15, 2026
Find My Frogs is a cozy hidden object game where you search for frogs and toads in a peaceful, hand-drawn village. Explore charming spots, uncover secrets, and help Uncle Froger gather everyone for a family photo. With calming animations and sounds, soothing music, and playful interactions - such as helping a little frog pick strawberries – Find My Frogs offers a sweet moment of serenity.
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