Welcome to your Xbox games roundup for October 13-17! The big release of the next few days from an Xbox perspective is Double Fine's Keeper, while there are absolutely tons of new indie titles and five brand-new Xbox Game Pass additions to look forward to.

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

New Xbox Releases (October 13-17)

  • Decision: Red Daze (October 14): "The Dust Bowl, once a “thriving” society of corrupt politicians, rich property barons and everyday people who work for them “100% willingly,” has been overtaken by a mysterious phenomenon only known by survivors as the Red Daze."
  • Just Dance 2026 Edition (October 14): "Gather your friends and family and turn your home into a dance floor with Just Dance 2026 Edition, featuring 40 exciting new tracks! From chart-topping hits to timeless classics, there's something for everyone."
  • NASCAR 25 (October 14): "NASCAR 25 will feature all the action you've come to expect from the developers of the most authentic racing experience and simulation ever created."
  • Paint Path (October 14): "This pixel-art puzzle puts you in control of a walking canvas that must cross hexagonal maps to reach the right painters."
  • Ball x Pit (October 15): "Batter hordes of enemies with ricocheting balls and gather the riches of the pit to expand your homestead, generate resources and recruit unique heroes."
  • Captain Tideborne and the Siren’s Call (October 15): "In this retro-inspired 2D platformer with pixel art charm, you’ll join Melissa Tideborne—a bold pirate chasing a childhood memory and the mystery of mermaids."
  • DETECTIVE - The Test (October 15): "Do you have what it takes to be a great detective? In DETECTIVE – The Test, you will face three intriguing cases where only your observation skills and logical thinking will lead you to the truth."
  • Kotenok (October 15): "Master tight platforming controls, sprint, pounce, and double-jump through 50 tricky stages filled with spikes, enemies, and clever puzzles."
  • One Military Camp (October 15): "The world’s last hope resides in an old military camp located in this peaceful land. Bring it back to its former glory, to recruit and train a brave group of fighters to push back the evil forces."
  • Rabbiman Adventures (October 15): "Ready for a true adventure? Imagine you’re traveling through time and space, where there’s always something new and amazing waiting for you."
  • Starbites (October 15): "Starbites is a story-driven RPG where you meet various companions and strengthen your partner mecha while adventuring on the devastated planet Bitter in the aftermath of the space war."
  • Blood West (October 16): "Weird West legends meet eldritch horror in Blood West, an immersive stealth FPS. Become the Undead Gunslinger, doomed to roam the barren lands until he manages to purge their curse, freeing his soul."
  • Brass: A Peaceful, Cozy Adventure (October 16): "The only post office in a small village in the mountains, the main character of this story, Brass, works here. His job is to deliver letters and packages to the local people. One day, Brass receives a letter from his grandmother who lives in a town by the sea, and a new adventure begins."
  • Cookie’s Trails (October 16): "Cookie’s Trails is a cozy tactical puzzle set in a post-apocalyptic world with a sweet twist."
  • Deathless: The Hero Quest (October 16): "In Deathless, elements of a collectible card game, roguelike, and turn-based strategy combine seamlessly."
  • Ember Knights: Heroes of the Nexus Edition (October 16): "In solo or co-op (up to 4 players), use powerful weapons and skills to hack and slash deadly hordes, defeat epic bosses, free the decaying Prime Worlds and restore energy to the Ember Tree!"
  • Infinos (October 16): "Infinos is a pixel art side-scrolling shoot’em up that pays tribute to the golden age of arcade shooters while offering fast-paced, modern gameplay."
  • Infinos 2 (October 16): "Infinos 2 is a 2D horizontal shoot ’em up crafted as a loving tribute to the golden age of Japanese arcade classics."
  • Overthrown 1.0 (October 16): "Lift and throw anything as you build and manage your kingdom in this chaotic city builder for 1-6 players."
  • Sokobear Winter (October 16): "Adjust the temperature and relax in the spa! Sokobear Winter is a relaxing puzzle game with 40 cozy levels to warm up your day!"
  • The Cabin Factory (October 16): "You’re now a newly hired Cabin Inspector – congratulations! Your job is simple: inspect the cabins and determine whether or not they are haunted. Step into the anomaly-hunting experience, inspired by liminal spaces and psychological horror walking simulators,"
  • Adrenaline Rampage (October 17): "Adrenaline Rampage is a platformer roguelite where you play as a soldier with up to 5 weapons to fight techno-zombies. Choose characters and skills to rush through the space city, kill ugly BOSSes, and survive. Set in a dark sci-fi world."
  • AquaDream (October 17): "AquaDream is a cozy underwater adventure that blends puzzle-solving with exploration. Players control a small anglerfish, navigating the depths of a mysterious ocean."
  • Ball Blast (October 17): "Play solo or with a friend for double firepower. Beat hundreds of levels, survive endless waves, and climb the world leaderboard!"
  • Bit Esc (October 17): "Break free from the system as Bit in this action/adventure platformer where you and set out to escape from the tyrannic OS."
  • Blaster Force 3000 (October 17): "Dive into retro FPS action where every level brings a new challenge! Battle relentless aliens in dark cellars, ancient castle halls, and the vastness of space."
  • Bumblebee - Spooky Nights (October 17): "On your quest to find a beautiful new home you will discovers distant places, friendly and calm animals, and amazing and dangerously habitats."
  • Frobbutt 3D (October 17): "Frobbut 3D is a 3D platformer about a goofy frog finally departing from his home to explore the land!"
  • KAKU - Ancient Seal (October 17): "Play as Kaku, a lonely young boy living in the snowy mountains, suddenly thrust into a legendary adventure by a forgotten prophecy."
  • Kamikaze Lassplanes (October 17): "Kamikaze Lassplanes is a brand new mix of Visual Novel and SHMUP with crucial story-branching decisions that lead to different gameplay and story outcomes, both for war, romance, and the protagonists’ fate."
  • Keeper (October 17): "From Lee Petty and Double Fine Productions, Keeper is a beautiful and surreal otherworldly adventure, and a story told without words."
  • Lumo 2 (October 17): "The isometric icon is back in the sequel to 2016’s arcade-adventure hit, Lumo. Experience a brand-new adventure of shifting dimensions and new perspectives, with gameplay that never stops evolving."
  • Ping Pong Up (October 17): "Feel the tension of the big match breaking through the screen. In Ping Pong Up, your reflexes and precision will be the key to success."
  • Racing Champions (October 17): "Experience the rush of motorsport in a unique blend of simulation and arcade racing, crafted with passion by true racing enthusiasts."
  • Space Elite Force – Reloaded (October 17): "Space Elite Force is a frenzied space-shooter packed with weapon customization and epic boss battles. Take command of your ship and fight for the survival of humanity!"
  • Super Hero Demolition (October 17): "Suit up and wreck everything in your path in Super Hero Demolition—an explosive, pixel-packed game where destruction is just the beginning."
  • Tiny Arctic Hero (October 17): "Tiny Arctic Hero is a cozy sokoban puzzle game about a clever little penguin who was taken by mysterious aliens to participate in their logic experiments."

Xbox Game Pass Titles

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