Xbox Game Releases: April 21-27

The gaming world continues to charge forward, and this week brings a slew of new Xbox releases, spearheaded by Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive’s much-anticipated game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

The game, a visually stunning turn-based RPG, first captured attention during the Xbox Games Showcase in 2024. Since its unveiling, the developers have treated players to glimpses of the captivating world, intricate art, and engaging gameplay that awaits them in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

For those subscribed to Microsoft’s Game Pass services, there’s good news. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will be available from day one for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. Mark your calendars for April 24, 2025, to dive right in.

In case you missed out on last week’s releases on Xbox, don’t worry. Here is a rundown of what will be hitting the Xbox store in the upcoming week:

April 22, 2025

• Post Trauma (Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC): Step into a reimagined world of survival horror where untangling the mysteries of your surroundings could mean life or death.

• Steel Seed (Xbox Series X|S): Embark on a stealthy sci-fi adventure led by Zoe and her drone companion in a world dominated by AI in this single-player game.

April 23, 2025

• 9th Dawn Remake (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): This reimagined version of the beloved open-world RPG brings dungeon-adventuring delight, with options for solo or co-op play.

• ANNIE: Last Hope (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC): A voxel top-down shooter set in the 90s, where Annie’s quest for her fiancé takes a dark twist amid a creature invasion.

• Cooking (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): Live out your culinary dreams by managing a restaurant, cooking iconic Japanese dishes, and honing your culinary skills every day.

• Golden Rails: Valuable Package Collector’s Edition (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): Help postman Philip along with Jack and Jill fend off bandits and deliver important packages in this adventure.

• Hegzis (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC): Challenge your mind with colorful hex-grid puzzles across serene locations.

• NanoApostle (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): Join Anita as she teams up with a nanomechanical entity to fight terrifying prototypes in a research facility.

• Once Upon a Puppet (Xbox Series X|S): Enter a vibrant theater-inspired world in this puzzle-platformer, blending classic gameplay with charming storytelling.

• Oppidum (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): Dive into a story-driven survival adventure with crafting elements for up to four players in a wondrous land.

• Out of Moves (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC): Navigate through mazes with strategic planning and limited moves to achieve victory.

• Sunderfolk (Xbox Series X|S): Using a smartphone or tablet app, play a turn-based tactical RPG with up to four players in a captivating couch co-op experience.

• Viking Heroes V Collector’s Edition (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): Join the Vikings as they tackle mystical challenges across famous realms, unraveling cosmic mysteries.

April 24, 2025

• Amerzone – The Explorer’s Legacy (Xbox Series X|S): As a journalist, embark on a quest to secure a legendary egg with the fate of a nation hanging in the balance.

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC): Undertake a mission to thwart the Paintress and save lives in this turn-based RPG.

• Deep Deep Deep Nightmare (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): A young boy battles through a nightmarish world in this 2D top-down shooter born from late-night munchies.

• FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves (Xbox Series X|S): The iconic fighting series makes a grand return, continuing the legacy of its predecessors.

• Paper Dash – Las Vegas (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): Glide your paper plane through the glitzy streets of Las Vegas, dodging and exploring in exciting environments.

April 25, 2025

• Akinakes (Xbox Series X|S): Engage in high-paced shooting action, facing epic bosses and collecting upgrades as you navigate vibrant levels.

• Amaze! (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC): Paint your way through intricate maze puzzles, requiring strategic thinking with every move.

• EcoGnomix (Xbox Series X|S): Merge city-building with roguelite mechanics to expand your gnome village while exploring mystical underground caves.

• The Fairy’s Secret (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): In this picturesque continuation of The Fairy’s Song, unravel the mysteries of family and friendship.

• Gnomes and Knights (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): Delve into a dark fantasy world, meeting characters and uncovering the secrets behind a cursed world.

• Pacify (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One): In this cooperative horror game, work with friends to neutralize supernatural threats—no job too spooky or too dangerous.

• Sky Revolver (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC): Take on the Empire’s forces in this vertical-scrolling shoot ’em up, fighting to turn the tide of battle.

• Survivalist: Invisible Strain (Xbox Series X|S): As societal structures fail, it’s up to you to forge a new path amidst collapsing settlements and surviving by any means necessary.

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