It’s time to make some space in your backlog once again, as 20 new Xbox games launch across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC next week. Unfortunately for Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass subscribers it’s another week without any new day-one upcoming Game Pass games.This week, Quantic Dream releases its story-driven action-adventure game Dustborn, which takes us on a journey filled with “hope, love, friendships, robots…and the power of words.” Tennis fans will also be able to dive into Tiebreak: Official game of the ATP and WTA to become the world’s number one player.Here’s 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 20Dustborn — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OnePre-order now to get the following digital content:- Sherbet twirl hat- EYE C U jacket- Psycho Pete batDustborn is a single-player, story-driven action-adventure game about hope, love, friendships, robots…and the power of words.You play Pax: exile, con-artist, Anomal — with the ability to weaponize language. Looking for a new life and a way out, Pax has been hired to transport an important package from Pacifica to Nova Scotia, across the Justice-controlled American Republic. Sounds like a legit reason for a road-trip, right?So pack your bags, assemble a crew with their own peculiar powers, and get ready to travel the country!Explore the stunning Neo-Western landscapes of an alternate history America on a robot-driven tour bus, and stop at a dozen locations along the road to build your crew, manage relationships, complete missions, and face increasingly difficult challenges. But the people you stole the package from want it back, and the authoritarian Justice is hot on your heels, so don’t forget to pack your baseball bat!(And, oh yeah, you’re travelling undercover as a punk-rock band, so you’ll definitely need to brush up on your musical skills before your next gig.)At the end of the road lies salvation…but to get there, you’ll need to cross an entire continent.Visit WeAreDustborn.com to get the latest news about the game.THE POWER OF WORDSWords have power. Like, actual power. Fight with Shouts and use Vox in conversations to manipulate people and talk your way out of hairy situations. Craft new words, and learn to wield a lingual arsenal against enemies…and friends.A ROAD TRIP ACROSS A DIVIDED CONTINENT. On the road across an alternate history America, you’ll stop at iconic locations, take on unexpected assignments, meet a colorful cast of characters, enlist new crew members, and evade (or fight) your pursuers. See beautiful sights along the highway, rendered in a colorful graphic-novel-inspired art style that brings stunning 2D illustrations to 3D life.A DIVERSE CAST OF CHARACTERSYour crew is your (found) family. Round up, manage and lean on a motley mob of misfits with peculiar powers, compelling stories and clashing personalities. Branching dialogues lead to choices that shape relationships and change how your crew feels about themselves and others.GAMEPLAY AS VARIED AS THE LANDSCAPEIn each location you’ll explore, investigate and chat with the people you meet, use the crew to overcome challenges, craft new Shouts and Vox, and rehearse with your band. You might also find yourself throwing Molotov cocktails from a motorbike, swing a baseball bat to take down helicopters…and more. You know, just normal everyday stuff.Pneumata — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneDeep in the Missouri countryside, a small town is being ravaged by a series of murders at the old Clover Hill Apartments. After a traumatic brain injury and the passing of his late wife, homicide detective David Hernandez is determined to bury himself in his work and investigate the mysterious complex.Pneumata is a true Lovecraftian survival horror with disturbing and brutal gameplay, enveloped by the psychological horrors that exist somewhere between reality and the beyond. With a fractured mind you must: Investigate, explore, and fight for your life as you lose yourself trying to survive the unimaginable horrors within the walls of Clover Hill. Find items, weapons, and clues that will help you uncover the sinister truth behind it all as the only way forward is to delve deeper.August 21Cyber Mission — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, WindowsFight for the future of the galaxy as a cyber trooper in a mix of shoot ’em up and run ’n gun action!Cyber Mission is a side-scrolling shoot ’em up with retro aesthetics, dynamic combat, HD visuals and intense combat inspired by classic elements from both run ’n gun and shooter genres. Take on your adversaries solo or team up with a friend in local co-op! Float and maneuver through zero gravity stages, blast enemy swarms, take down screen-filling bosses and use companion cyber drones to increase your forward fire rate, cover your back and more!Dadish 3D — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneHe’s a dad AND a radish. Dadish’s kids are missing and he needs your help to find them!After his children are lured away by dubious pop-up advertising, Dadish sets out to find them in his craziest adventure yet. Explore an exciting world, face off with fast-food themed foes, and reunite Dadish with his missing children in this challenging 3D platforming adventure.Mangavania 2 — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneOld school action platformer game with pixel art graphics.Join the adventure as Yuhiko, a young ninja who has gone to the underworld to find a cure for his brother. Find Spirits in secret places – they will tell you a story or give you advice. Explore dungeons, fight monsters and meet new friends!The second part of the game will delight you with new types of enemies, fresh gameplay mechanics, and battles with dangerous bosses. If desired, each level can also be attempted in a speedrun. The second part of the game is perfect not only for those already familiar with the black-and-white world of Mangavania but also for newcomers to the series.Can the young ninja save his brother, and if so, at what cost?My Lovely Empress — Xbox Series X|SMy Lovely Empress is a empire management sim inspired by Asian mythology. As the Emperor of the Crimson Empire, you will build relations with neighboring rulers, balance internal factions, and ensure the prosperity of your people, all before you reap their souls to resurrect your beloved empress.Parking Masters — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneWelcome to Parking Masters, where you’ll face the ultimate test of your parking skills in a variety of challenges! Maneuver vehicles through numerous levels, all designed with realistic physics and a captivating visual style.August 22Dice Assassin — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneDice Assassin is a challenging game in which you defeat enemies on the board according to the numbers on the dice. Choose your moves using cards, position yourself strategically to defeat enemies on the board squares, and create tactics using action cards.Positioning on the board is essential for victory, as you need to move strategically to confront enemies in the right squares. The movement on the board is reminiscent of classic board games, adding an extra layer of complexity to battles.The game’s dynamics are simple but highly strategic. You select your attacks using cards that represent moves such as Slash, Dash, Backstep, Impact, and many others. Each type of attack has its own advantages and disadvantages, making it crucial to choose the best card for each situation.As you progress in the game, you collect skill cards that provide special effects, making your combat tactics even more versatile. Each suit of skill card offers distinct effects, meaning you need to adapt your strategy according to the cards you have in hand.Dice Assassin is an exciting game that combines the luck of the dice with card strategy and tactical movement on a board. Get ready to face diverse and challenging enemies as you hone your combat skills and develop winning strategies. It’s a game that will captivate both board game enthusiasts and lovers of card games and strategy. Are you ready to accept the challenge and become a true assassin?Farming Life — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneAre you tired of corporate life? Create your own farm! Plant vegetables and fruits, harvest crops, employ workers, take care of animals. Buy farm equipment, manage employees and just relax!Become the greatest agricultural entrepreneur!Are you tired of corporate life? Create your own farm from scratch! Plant vegetables and fruits, harvest crops, employ workers, take care of animals. Buy farm equipment, manage employees and just relax! After a hard day’s work – chill out at a farm!Build your own farm full of village houses, sheds and granaries. Build roads and design optimal fields with various crops. Choose what you want to plant or sow: apples, beetroots, cabbages, carrots, corns, leeks, onions, pepper, pumpkins, sunflowers, tomatoes, wheat.Make sure they are watered and kept away from pests!Remember to take care of your animals! Prepare a place to live for cats, chickens, cows, dogs, goats, geese, horses, pigs, ostriches, rabbits and sheep. Don’t forget to feed them! Keeping them clean is also very important.Running a big farm will teach you managing financial operations, recruiting human resources and most importantly being responsible for your crops and animals. Make your farm profitable and gain resources to develop it even more!And remember: Always look on the bright side of a farm!Ihanashi no Majo — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, WindowsHikaru finds himself out of luck and homeless on an unfamiliar island. While avoiding pit vipers and angry senior committee members, he comes across a witch in a very similar situation. The two set out to survive, and hopefully thrive, on Toyotoki, the uncompromising island secluded from the modern world that is steeped in ancient traditions and shrouded in mystery.Along the way, they meet a cheeky island beauty, a haughty rich girl, a clumsy saleswoman, and a manga-loving delinquent, all of whom are island locals on a similar mission to discover themselves and their place in the world. With some hard work and a sprinkle of magic, can the unlikely group of friends unravel the mystery of Toyotoki Island, while also finding success in their journey of self-discovery?Rise Eterna War — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneRise Eterna War tells the bloody tale of Arthbane, a great general who led the last stand to reclaim his homeland Ars Rare from foreign invaders. Play as Arthbane, 10 years before the events of Rise Eterna, rallying loyalists in a desperate bid to seize the capital Gaiacus.TIEBREAK: Official game of the ATP and WTA — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneThe official ATP and WTA Tennis game has finally arrived! Become the Number One player in the world, competing for entire seasons against the largest cast of professional tennis players ever united in a tennis videogame. August 23Aery – Ancient Empires — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneIn Aery – Ancient Empires you play as a little bird-like spirit that watches ancient civilizations evolve. You will discover unknown, giant, and beautiful environments and you will be able to enjoy the feeling of flying while exploring a whole world filled with beauty and little secrets.The Eightfold Path — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneJourney through the serene depths of an ancient forest and explore the sacred temple that cradles profound wisdom and complex challenges.The Eightfold Path is an immersive puzzle and exploration adventure steeped in the teachings of Buddhism, inviting you to embark on a quest towards enlightenment.To reach the ultimate state of pure bliss, you must navigate through the labyrinth of desires and suffering that obscures true harmony.Nature, a steadfast companion on your journey, will guide you. Yet, the true challenge lies in confronting the fears and inner demons that dwell within you.MeditationIn moments of unrest, seek solace in meditation. Find a tranquil refuge, sit down, and take a moment to unwind. Focus on your breath, feel the rhythms of your body, and release the transient thoughts that flutter through your mind.The Eightfold Path is calling. Will you embrace the teachings, conquer the trials, and unlock the path towards enlightenment?Island Cities – Jigsaw Puzzle — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, WindowsCities are usually concrete jungles, noisy and stressful.But you can also entertain yourself by looking at how they are organized, finding interesting details, and seeing life unfold. Then you can see that they are also vibrant and full of life.Here, the cities are set up on islands over calm and clear water.In this tiny fantasy building experience, it is easy to do and very relaxing, just like a 3D jigsaw puzzle.Carefully observe the island, try to memorize it, then shuffle the blocks. Swap blocks to reproduce the desired island and the city will emerge.There is no time limit, logic challenges, or resources to manage, so you can calmly focus on the core mechanics while listening to a soothing soundtrack.See your island come to life as you complete certain sectors.Magnus Trilogy — Xbox Series X|SMagnus Trilogy is a series of three visually captivating and emotionally immersive visual novel games, each with its own unique narrative and hand-drawn graphics. The Trilogy invites players to explore the depths of the human psyche, confronting them with unsettling themes and thought-provoking storytelling.Magnus Trilogy includes 3 games:– Magnus Imago– Magnus Positive Phototaxis– Lazarus A.D. 2222Operation: Polygon Storm — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneBecome a master general. Strategically assemble your army from a selection of unique units and abilities to deploy into fast paced battles. Watch your masterplan play out, adapt as the battle progresses, all without the hassle of micromanagement.Plan, Deploy and Upgrade Your Army of ChoiceMix and match units from a selection infantry and armor alongside artillery and air support push into the enemy’s base and fight off any counterattacks. Tap into multiple upgrade trees for each unit and unlock additional abilities to fine tune your army.Minimal MicromanagementNo base building or resource harvesting required. Focus on the battle as your army can advance, attack and take cover all on their own. Take command when needed to adapt and control the overall situation as your units either follow your masterplan or your direct orders.Strategize, React and AdaptBalance your resources to pick an army composition suited for each mission. A deep and complex battle system means you’ll need to react quickly, choose the right mix of soldiers and Killstreak rewards, and utilise complementary unit synergies to gain any advantage.Highly Destructible BattlefieldsHighly destructible environments, covers, ragdoll physics and a dash of gore all bring the battlefield to life.Radio Free Europa — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneRadio Free Europa is a fusion of a classic arcade game and an action roguelike. The action is relentless. The soundtrack gets your blood pumping. The enemies are brutal and the bosses are massive but that just makes eventual victory feel so much sweeter!The visuals are crisp, bright and vivid and modern but the game itself is a throwback to a time before microtransactions or day 1 DLC. It will kick your butt at first, even on easy. But you have all the tools to beat it, and the freedom to explore all sorts of different builds and different strategies. There are multiple difficulties, unlocks, and achievements, and there are also secrets waiting to be found!When we ran out of the ability to sustain mankind on the resources of Earth alone, despite how much it cost to send a person to space, it was of course only the wealthy who could afford to stay and live on humanity’s home world.Everyone is supposed to be equal under Solar Federation Law, but out on the fringes of colonized space equality is anything but equal.We need you to make a journey to the Core Worlds, all the way to Earth to deliver our message. We need to be heard and you’re our only hope of that happening.Soviet Project — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneYou are an ordinary citizen who missed the evacuation due to illness, and now you need to understand the situation in order to leave the city. The game is imbued with the atmosphere of the late USSR, combined with mysterious and mystical elements characteristic of the horror genre.Uncover all the mysteries of this place by exploring a unique open world filled with dangerous mutated dolls. You can destroy them or try to avoid meeting them, the choice is yours.Peculiarities:• Huge area to explore.• More than 10 hours of gameplay.• Multiple endings.• Unique locations.• Atmosphere of horror.Thermonuclear — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneIn the distant future, “Thermonuclear,” is the most advanced military cyborg weapon technology ever created.As a member of a mega-corporation, use this ultimate weapon to defeat your opponents and end the Third World War. Explore procedurally generated levels across the globe and face a range of enemies, from mutants in ruined cities to soldiers and robots in military factories. Only by upgrading your cyborg and unlocking new abilities can you defeat the malicious Allfather AI and put an end to the war.Can you emerge victorious in this dystopian future conflict?
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