Welcome to another edition of Next Week on Xbox! Every week, we dive into the array of games making their debut on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox App on Windows PC, and Game Pass. We’ve got the scoop on all the exciting titles releasing soon (keep in mind, dates might shift). Ready to explore? Let’s get started!
First up, we’ve got Spectre Divide arriving on February 25. This game is optimized for Xbox Series X|S, presenting a thrilling evolution in the 3v3 tactical shooter genre. It introduces the concept of Duality, allowing you to manage two entities at once. This means you can defend multiple sites simultaneously, cover yourself, or even swap between positions. Hone your skills with tactical shooting and a futuristic arsenal to gain notoriety.
Coming on February 26 is Conquistadorio, also optimized for Xbox Series X|S. The story follows a seasoned conqueror who’s decided to retreat to a life of solitude. However, even this simplicity is not without its trials as his usual resting tomb has disappeared. To locate it, he embarks on a journey filled with puzzles and mystery.
Releasing the same day is Crime Opera Fandisk: The Caterpillar Candids. This Xbox Series X|S optimized game features smart delivery and a collection of stories that expand the universe introduced in the original Crime Opera visual novel. As you engage in these short tales, you’ll experience the intricate, hand-drawn art that vividly depicts the criminal world’s drama and complexities.
Also on February 26, explore Crime Opera II: The Floodgate Effect, the next installment of the Gallos family mafia saga. Picking up nine years after the first installment, tensions rise as Xander Gallo’s reckless behavior threatens the syndicate’s stability and entangles younger members.
Hidden Paws lands on February 26 as an Xbox Play Anywhere title. It’s a captivating search-and-find game that challenges you to locate well-hidden cats across over twelve enchanting winter scenes. Listen carefully, and their meows might just guide you to uncover all 120 hidden cats.
On February 26, embark on an adorable adventure in Rabbit Raid. Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, help your bunny protagonist collect goodies, unearth secrets, and vanquish foes to rescue fellow bunnies from captivity. Explore diverse landscapes and unravel the storyline through exploration and platforming.
Get ready for the thrill of history and intrigue with Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit, available February 27. This modern-day point-and-click adventure lets you unravel the day-to-day mysteries of Europe’s lesser-known tales by solving puzzles and deciphering hints to expose the secrets of a never-crowned king.
If you fondly remember the platformers of the ’90s, you’ll enjoy Glover (QUByte Classics), also dropping on February 27. Return to a world of magic and puzzles, guiding a charming, sentient glove in restoring balance to a crumbling kingdom.
Sail the high seas in Pirate Trails*, out February 27. As the master cartographer, devise the perfect path through treacherous waters to safely guide pirate ships to riches, avoiding perils like the fearsome Kraken.
Prison Loop also releases February 27, offering an engaging puzzle experience where your critical thinking skills will help you navigate a perplexing, secret-laden prison brimming with atmospheric and eerie details.
Rounding out our list for February 27 is the Two Point Museum: Explorer Edition. This addition to the Two Point series invites you to fill your museum with captivating artifacts and special exhibits, complete with new decorative elements and unique challenges to enrich your gameplay experience.
Another February 28 release, Hanoi Puzzles: Solid Match introduces a fresh gaming concept inspired by the classic Tower of Hanoi. Optimize paths on a hexagonal board to unlock new routes while immersed in a serene, meditative setting.
On the same day, meet the Justice Ninja Casey, a title optimized for Xbox Series X|S and featuring Smart Delivery. Navigate a peril-filled realm as Casey, the justice-upholding ninja, setting off on a quest to rescue a kidnapped princess from a castle brimming with secrets.
Next, on February 28, Monster Hunter Wilds promises the ultimate hunting experience. Take on the role of a skilled hunter tracking formidable beasts, crafting powerful gear, and traversing captivating landscapes to uncover mysterious connections.
Step into Paper Plane Arena – Shamans on February 28, a relaxed, interactive game where you’ll steer a paper plane to burst nefarious balloons, delivering a lighthearted reprieve from your day.
Lastly, hit the greens with PGA Tour 2K25 launching on February 28. Experience golf’s greatest moments and courses with world-renowned golfers. Pre-ordering grants special cosmetics and early access to past editions, enriching the immersive golf journey this title delivers.
There you have it! A week’s worth of diverse adventures and epic stories await. Keep your consoles ready and game on!