16 Best Upcoming Xbox Series X|S Games of 2025: Don’t Miss Out

Get ready to immerse yourself in the next generation of gaming with the best new Xbox games set to grace our screens in 2024.

Microsoft’s Xbox needs to keep firing forward, with the PlayStation having nearly double the userbase, and a slew of games coming out in 2024, as revealed at Sony’s State of Play event in May 2024.

Luckily, Xbox has plenty of upcoming fire, from heart-pounding sequels to daring new IPs — so the upcoming games for the Xbox Series X|S promise an adventure for every type of player.

Join us as we unveil the most anticipated releases, showcasing the best Xbox games for 2024. Each is poised to take gamers by the hand and capture imaginations worldwide.

Table of Contents Table of Contents

1. Key Takeaways
2. Unveiling the Best New Xbox Series X|S Games of 2024
3. The Bottom Line
4. FAQs
5. References

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Table of Contents

1. Key Takeaways
2. Unveiling the Best New Xbox Series X|S Games of 2024
3. The Bottom Line
Show Full Guide
4. FAQs
5. References

Unveiling the Best New Xbox Series X|S Games of 2024

1. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II emerged as a breathtaking sequel to its predecessor, unveiled alongside the Xbox Series X itself.

The higher budget Unreal Engine 5-based game sees Orcadian warrior Senua allow herself to be captured by slavers and taken to Iceland, in a plan to free her people.

From storm wrecks to hallucinations and memories of a difficult childhood, Senua needs to draw on her past on a journey that has already seen 5/5 reviews and an 81% rating on Metacritic.

2. Black Myth: Wukong

One of the most anticipated new games about to land on Xbox Series X and Series S, Black Myth: Wukong places the player in the middle of Chinese mythology.

The action-packed RPG is based on the classic tale Journey to the West, and will have you master various spells and techniques as you uncover the truth behind ancient legends.

3. Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game

This asymmetrical multiplayer experience is spun from the cult classic ’80s film  — are you ready for the eccentric horror of Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game?

Taking part as either one of the infamous Killer Klowns orchestrating an extraterrestrial invasion and harvest humans … or rally alongside Crescent Cove’s inhabitants to repel the alien threat.

4. Star Wars Outlaws

Strap on the light sabers for a new adventure in the galaxy far, far away as the ambitious open-world of Star Wars Outlaws arrives courtesy of Ubisoft, Massive Entertainment, and Lucasfilm Games.

You take the role of Kay Vess navigating the underworld  — a cunning rogue orchestrating audacious heists amid the Outer Rim’s perilous expanse.

Accompanied by a colorful cast including Nix and a trench-coated BX-commando droid, get ready to jump into the thrill of interstellar intrigue and daring escapades.

5. STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl

One of the upcoming Xbox games we are most looking forward to, this highly anticipated first-person shooter promises a thrilling and intense adventure.

Survival hinges on resourcefulness and quick thinking in the face of human adversaries and dangerous anomalies.

Set to launch into Xbox Game Pass on September 5, 2024, STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl is poised to immerse players in a world where danger lurks around every corner, and every decision could mean the difference between life and death.

6. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

Fight alongside the Space Marines in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 against the Tyranid threat as you lead Lieutenant Titus and his squad, using a mix of ranges and melee combat to defeat the relentless enemy horde.

Protect humanity, regenerate armor through execution attacks, and revive fallen comrades in this third-person shooter hack-n-slash.

7. Metaphor: ReFantazio

Venturing into the realm of pure swords-and-sorcery fantasy, Atlus introduces players to a captivating new JRPG IP, Metaphor: ReFantazio. Set in the dark and tumultuous kingdom of Euchronia, players embark on a quest to restore order following the assassination of the king. Tasked with saving the prince from a dire curse and aiding him in a pivotal tournament to determine the kingdom’s next ruler, players are thrust into a world teeming with danger and intrigue.

8. Avowed

Avowed immerses players in the vast and diverse world of Eora, known from the Pillars of Eternity universe. Scheduled for release on Windows and Xbox Series X/S, Avowed transports players to the Living Lands, a realm teeming with lush forests, rocky deserts, and mysterious caverns.

As an envoy of the Aedyr Empire, players embark on a quest to uncover the secrets behind a devastating plague, navigating through rich environments and engaging in thrilling combat encounters along the way.

9. Ara: History Untold

Ara: History Untold invites players to shape the destiny of nations in an epic turn-based grand strategy experience. The game promises to deliver intricate gameplay reminiscent of the beloved Civilization franchise.

Set against the backdrop of alternate history, players will build and lead civilizations through the ages, forging alliances, waging wars, and shaping the course of human civilization. This is one of the new games coming to Xbox that we are most excited about.

10. Lost Records: Bloom and Rage

All we have for a publish date is ‘late 2024’, but of the new games coming out, we are keen for the emotional journey promised with Lost Records: Bloom and Rag, an adventure created by the minds behind Life is Strange.

The story follows three friends as they reunite after 27 years, delving into their shared past and confronting buried secrets.

11. Hollow Knight: Silksong

From DLC origins to a full-blown sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong shifts the spotlight from the Knight onto Hornet as she navigates the enigmatic kingdom of Pharloom.

Expect new challenges and narrative depth while embracing the beloved Metroidvania essence that made Hollow Knight an all-time favorite.

12. The Casting of Frank Stone

Step into the eerie world of Oregon with The Casting of Frank Stone, a gripping narrative game set in the universe of Dead by Daylight.

From what we know: “The shadow of Frank Stone looms over Cedar Hills, a town forever altered by his violent past. As a group of young friends are about to discover, Stone’s blood-soaked legacy cuts deep, leaving scars across families, generations, and the very fabric of reality itself.”

It sounds like a macabre tale of murder in a steel mill-turned-stage, facing sinister occurrences with a new ensemble cast.

13. Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is a new open-world action RPG from A44, the devs behind Ashen. Engage in visceral melee combat and ranged firearm encounters as you join Nor and Inki on a quest for vengeance against the gods.

14. Light No Fire

Light No Fire is a collaborative survival sandbox adventure from the creators of No Man’s Sky.

The game is set in a vast fantasy realm, the game will see you exploring diverse biomes, uncovering enigmatic lore, and confronting existential challenges amidst stunning vistas.

15. No Rest for the Wicked

Moon Studios, renowned for Ori and the Blind Forest, introduces No Rest for the Wicked, an action RPG set amidst the plague-stricken lands of 841.

Assume the mantle of Cerim, a mystical guardian armed with arcane prowess, in a desperate bid to quell the resurgence of the Pestilence. Delve into diverse character builds and engage in online co-op as you confront the harrowing perils besieging humanity’s tenuous grip on survival.

While the game is out on Windows Early Access, no word yet on No Rest for the Wicked’s console release.

16. John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando

Prepare for pulse-pounding action in Toxic Commando, squad-based FPS adventure co-created by horror legend John Carpenter.

Choose your class, team up with friends, and unleash your skills and katanas to save the world from the Sludge God and its chaotic hordes.

With little information out there, this is the game most likely to slip into next year, and yet one of the games we are most looking forward to playing.

The Bottom Line

The Xbox Series X continues to shine — there are plenty of great games on the horizon, and with Xbox Game Pass, upcoming games are going to come thick and fast.

So gear up, mark your calendars, and prepare to embark on a journey into the future of gaming with the best new Xbox games of 2024.

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