Welcome to your Xbox games roundup for May 5-9! The big highlight of the next few days is the two Xbox Game Pass additions, which are the fantastic fishing adventure DREDGE and brand-new release of Revenge of the Savage Planet! Beyond those, there are some great-looking indies to keep an eye out for as well.

Here's what's coming to Xbox next week:

New Xbox Releases (May 5-9)

  • Age of Empires II DE: The Three Kingdoms DLC (May 6): "Dive into the epic Romance of the Three Kingdoms with the latest expansion for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, where history and legend collide in a battle for supremacy!"
  • Captain Blood (May 6): "Captain Blood is a pirate-themed action game where you play as a fearsome pirate seeking gold and glory. Expect adventures with cannon firing, pistol shooting, swashbuckling sword fights, and plenty of pirate shenanigans."
  • King Arthur: Legion IX (May 6): "King Arthur: Legion IX welcomes new players to the mythical land of Avalon with an all-new story and heroes, also offering tough challenges to returning veterans."
  • Metal Eden (May 6): "Blast your way through the Internal Defence Corps in cybernetic warfare, confront the Engineers and uncover the mysteries of the project Eden."
  • Bartender Hustle (May 7): "Unlock a variety of unique venues, from cozy neighborhood bars to high-end cocktail lounges, all while immersing yourself in a rich, narrative-driven experience that puts your skills and charisma to the test."
  • Submarine Survivor (May 7): "As you face the blue unknown, you’ll have to upgrade your submarines with various combinations of weapons and chips to become the Lord of the Ocean."
  • Empyreal (May 8): "Empyreal is a complex, challenging, feature-rich action RPG. In a far-flung corner of the galaxy an Expedition arrives on a hitherto unexplored planet to find a colossal Monolith built by a lost civilization."
  • Revenge of the Savage Planet (May 8): "In a future knocked off its axis by corporate greed and stupidity, you have been made redundant and abandoned on the far edge of space with little gear and no safety net. You must explore every nook and cranny, collect dozens of upgrades, and turn over every mysterious alien rock if you want to get revenge on your former employer and return to Earth."
  • Spirit of the North 2 (May 8): "In an ancient world left in ruin, embark on the journey of an isolated fox far from home. With the help of a wise Raven companion, seek out the lost legendary guardians and release them from the grasp of the dark shaman Grimnir."
  • The Abandoned Planet (May 8): "Inspired by games like Myst and Riven with a dash of the LucasArts adventures of the 90s, The Abandoned Planet is sure to scratch that old-school, adventure game itch."
  • Truck Simulator Cargo Driver 2025 - USA (May 8): "In this game, you'll have the chance to experience the thrill and challenge of being a truck driver. You'll take on missions that involve transporting different types of cargo, ensuring that you reach your destination on time and with minimal damage to your truck."
  • Wings of Endless (May 8): "Discover the secret of a forgotten war in Wings of Endless, a platforming Action-RPG with a captivating Pixelart style that will draw you in from start to finish."
  • Amaze! (May 9): "Paint your way across a variety of maze puzzles which sounds easy, but you must be super strategic to color and fill every square."
  • Eyes: The Horror Game (May 9): "All you need to know about that this place is that it was a really bad idea. You have to be brave and determined to learn all the secrets hidden in dark corners. Good luck, you will need it."
  • Sir Whoopass (May 9): "This game contains puns, dad jokes, flappy-bird-like-arcade-minigames, breaking of the 4th wall and jabs directed at tryhard-overly-serious-RPGS."
  • Spiritfall (May 9): "Spiritfall combines tight Platform Fighter combat, smooth movement, and Roguelite mechanics into one! Trek across dangerous lands, string together deadly combos to fend off swarms of enemies, and harness an ever-changing set of powers through a randomly generated map."
  • Undivine (May 9): "Undivine is a dark metroidvania with RPG elements that will challenge your courage and wits. Step into a world shrouded in mystery and desolation, where every corner hides dangers and ancient secrets."
  • What comes after (May 9): "What Comes After is a side-scrolling adventure and a heartwarming story about learning how to love yourself. Help Vivi in her journey on the train to the afterlife and back."

Xbox Game Pass Titles

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