All the new Xbox games next week – what’s coming and when

Table of Content

Microsoft has outlined the next wave of Xbox releases for November 24-28, spanning arcade action, horror, strategy, racing, platformers and puzzlers. The slate includes Terminator 2D: No Fate, the franchise’s pixel-art retelling, and I’m on Observation Duty 8, the latest in the spot-the-difference horror series. Several titles are Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, with select releases supporting Smart Delivery and Xbox Play Anywhere. All dates below are provided by the official roundup and may shift.

Spotlight releases and what to expect

Terminator 2D: No Fate – November 26 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery)

• Pixel-art action retelling the events of Terminator 2: Judgment Day.
• Playable perspectives: Sarah Connor, the T-800, and future Resistance leader John Connor.
• Blends iconic scenes with original scenarios and multiple endings.
• Focus on arcade-style missions versus the T-1000 and Skynet.

I’m on Observation Duty 8 – November 28 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)

• Surveillance horror built around spotting anomalies – from subtle environmental shifts to otherworldly intruders.
• Report correctly to survive the night; miss too many changes and it’s over.
• Positions itself as the most ambitious entry in the long-running viral series.

Kill it with Fire! – November 25 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere)

• Multiverse-scale extermination against a spider horde.
• Story campaign playable solo or in online co-op for up to 4 players.
• Humans vs Spiders PvP mode for competitive chaos.

Primal Fray – November 24 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)

• Turn-based strategy roguelite on procedurally generated hex-based flying islands.
• Pick from multiple heroes and leverage unique talents against Ironclad Corp.
• Tactical positioning and unit synergy drive each run.

Bee Simulator: The Hive – November 28 (Optimized for Xbox Series X|S)

• Sees the world through the eyes of a bee in an environment inspired by Central Park.
• Includes the base Bee Simulator plus The Hive expansion with new mechanics and modes.
• Gameplay loops around gathering pollen, evading threats and building a thriving hive.

Release schedule at a glance

The table summarizes every title, its date, platform notes and a brief genre or gameplay hook. Release dates are based on the official Xbox roundup and may change.

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Indie puzzle and platformer picks

If you prefer compact, systems-driven experiences, several indies lean into precision and planning. Delivery of Us builds route-optimization puzzles around a move counter, while Poko’s Arctic Quest, Habitat Shapes and Keybybara remix classic block-pushing and single-room platforming with 30-level arcs. For quick-hit runs, King’s Justice offers 10 handcrafted stages with an estimated 30-60 minute completion window.

Horror corner

Beyond anomaly-spotting in I’m on Observation Duty 8, first-person hauntings take different shapes. A.I.L.A frames fear through immersive near-future tech; Delivery Driver Massacre channels 80s slashers with grainy VHS vibes; Garten of Banban 8: Anti Devil deepens the kindergarten descent with new enemies; Torii blends surreal exploration with grief and memory; and El Coco threads roguelike combat through dream logic.

Arcade and retro revivals

Action fans get a spread of pick-up-and-play experiences. Schildmaid MX and Space Frontier refresh classic shoot ’em up DNA with leaderboards, shops and boss duels. Street Racer Collection (QUByte Classics) revisits a cult racer where fighting meets speed. Snake.io keeps competitive survival tight and readable, while Red Pippy and Quick Whiskers deliver crisp, 2D platforming blasts.

Final takeaway – a broad week with clear niches

Next week’s lineup covers nearly every mood – from tactics-heavy roguelites and co-op creature hunts to short-session platformers and story-tinged horror. If you favor quick wins, several releases clock in with 30-level arcs or sub-hour campaigns; if you want deeper loops, the strategy, shooter and automation entries have room to dig. As always, release dates are subject to change, so plan your queue accordingly.