Predictably, it’s rather quiet in terms of new Xbox releases next week. With the holiday period in full swing, just nine games make their way to the Xbox platform. Sadly, none of them will get you in the festive spirit. Out of all the games launching next week, the one that looks the most interesting (well, to me anyway) is Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure. The dialogue-driven adventure game, which looks gorgeous with its pixel art style, has you taking on the role of agent Neil Conrad, who is tasked with solving a murder. Over on Steam, the game has been received well and has a ‘Very Positive’ rating from nearly 600 reviews. From this page, you can view a game’s achievement list if it’s been released, subscribe to a game for news updates, add them to your wishlist, and even click through to the Microsoft Store to preorder or purchase. Here’s a breakdown of everything coming to the world of Xbox next week. Let us know which of these you’re planning on picking up in the comments!December 21stLacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneYou are Neil Conrad, CDI agent. Awoken by the news of a murder, you rush into a case that will soon turn your life and the whole solar system upside down. Ask questions, collect evidence, and put the pieces together until the ugly truth reveals itself… or not.Winter Sports Games — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneThis game uses Smart Delivery technology – buy the game once and play it on either Xbox One or Xbox Series X | S.Off to the snow!It does not matter if you prefer to ski, bobsleigh or sled down the ice rink, or relax curling the stones over the ice when curling – there is certainly something for everyone here.There are six exciting disciplines to win tournaments and master challenges. You can play alone or with up to four players on the sofa – and all without a runny nose after the competition!December 22ndGardener’s Path — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One Gardener’s Path is a top-down turn-based puzzle game, about fighting giant insects and protecting underground gardens. Solve increasingly elaborate puzzles scattered throughout 60 handcrafted gardens, each one with their own set of friends and foes. Take the advantage in a fight by wielding powerful artifacts, allowing you to travel back in time and perform elemental attacks.Fulfill your duty as a gardener, and fight against the pest of giant insects, to protect the ones you love.FEATURES* 60 unique, hand-crafted puzzles* Defeat insects while being aided by plants and power-ups* Season based pixel art graphics* Relaxing new-age soundtrack* Garden logbook full of information and illustrationsHoratio Goes Snowboarding — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneHire a board, get to the chopper and hit the slopes for endlessly replayable snowboarding action!Paying homage to classic skiing and winter sports action of the past, Horation Goes Snowboarding is an arcade-inspired experience that’s straightforward and addictive, purely focused on thrilling gameplay without a story or complex mechanics to weigh it down! Start every run with a bunch of money and the urge to snowboard, then hire a board and head to the waiting chopper while avoiding traffic along the way. Once you’re airlifted the top of a mountain, it’s time to start your chaotic descent!Courses are randomly generated to keep things interesting every time you play, and obstacles get increasingly tricky as you progress! Move your board left and right as you plunge downhill, racking up points by going through slalom gates and adding to your score multiplier as long as you don’t miss any. But watch out for the yeti! If you wipe out on the slopes, you’ll have to pay hospital fees, and running out of money means game over. It’s an endless cycle of snowy score attack fun, topped off with leaderboards to prove you’re the raddest boarder on the mountains!In My Shadow — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OnePlay with shadows in uniquely imaginative ways to solve brain twisting platforming puzzles as you unfold the memories of a girl who struggles to confront herself in her past.Just a Phrase by POWGI — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneA hangman-style word game with a twist. One word in every phrase has been replaced by a homophone to make it tougher to deduce. Like NUCLEAR WAIST or STRIKE THE RIGHT CORDDecember 24thPlanet Quiz: Learn & Discover — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OnePlanet Quiz is a charming way to expand your knowledge about Earth, animals, culture… and a guaranteed fun time for you and your friends.Tunnel of Doom — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneTunnel of Doom is an action rogue-lite hybrid that mixes tower defense with melee and ranged combat gameplay. Randomly generated, every run is different as you guide Angel on a quest to rescue her husband. Gather resources, discover perks, and use what you find to battle waves of monsters.Vegas Tales — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneMr Davenport is dying. He needs you to help decide who should inherit his Casino. Interview memorable, over-the-top characters. Uncover their deepest, darkest secrets and determine which of them is most deserving of carrying on his legacy (and becoming extremely wealthy).
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