The New Dawn from the authors of Layers of Fear and much more

Xbox Partner Preview is an event where Microsoft showcases unreleased games from partner studios. They will all appear on the Xbox Series

First of all, we got to see a new story addition Alan Wake 2 called The Lake House. Players can expect new details from the unified universe of Remedy games and an atmosphere in the spirit of David Lynch’s Twin Peaks series. The DLC release will take place on October 22. At the same time, a physical edition of the second Alan Wake will be released on discs for the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 consoles, both of which will include add-ons.

Bloober Team’s Cronos: The New Dawn has been announced. This team was remembered for its duology Layers of fear and recent remake of Silent Hill 2. Their new project is a horror game in a space setting. The trailer evoked associations with Dead Space and the Reaper lair from the last chapter Mass Effect 2, and the main character’s costume resembles Big Daddy’s space suit BioShock. The game will be released in 2025 for the Xbox Series and PC.

The gameplay of the shooter Blindfire was shown. The color scheme is inspired by the Tron series. Apparently light and everything related to it will play an important role in the project. You will have to navigate with bright flashes, as well as with the movements of opponents. Blindfire is available in Early Access starting today.

Action The new part of the Yakuza series will be set in Hawaii. The main character is Goro Majime, who no longer remembers how he ended up on the tropical islands. Open world adventures and battles with local bandits await him, which will take place in real time. In addition to the classic fighting style, there will be a pirate style, with the active use of melee weapons and the summoning of animal allies. Among the mini-games you can note battles on ships. The project will be released on February 28, 2025.

A first-person shooter that resembles black and white Disney cartoons from the 1920s. The platformer is made in a similar style Kopkop. Not only do you have to kill enemies, but you also have to investigate, especially photograph evidence. The gameplay is reminiscent of BioShock. The release date is set for 2025.

Trailer shown Subnautica 2, a survivalist sequel set underwater. This time Unreal Engine 5 is used as the engine. Support for cooperative mode for up to four players is announced. The project will be released in early access in 2025.

Fans of hardcore platformers with pixel graphics should take note of this Animal welfare. By Super meat boy or I Wanna be the Guy has a dark style and monsters hiding in the dark. The game is available from today.

A third-person action game based on the manga of the same name by Hiro Mashima. You play as characters from a Japanese comic book, each with their own unique abilities. Some rely on hand-to-hand combat, others on melee weapons, and still others on firearms. The anime style of the project is reminiscent of the fifth Persona. Edens Zero will be released in 2025.

Another one action, this time – with a bet on the magic of different elements. With his help you will have to kill huge bosses that look as if they came from the pages of a textbook on ancient Greek mythology. The game will enter early access in 2025.

A new soul-like was announced, which is similar in appearance and gameplay third “Dark Souls”. You will face battles against mobs and bosses in narrow streets, where room for maneuver is kept to a minimum. Something unusual for the genre is the ability to kill enemies silently. You may need to cast a special spell to become invisible. The release is scheduled for 2025.

A cycling race with simple but beautiful graphics, stylized like a watercolor painting. The game will be released in early 2025 and will be immediately available on Game Pass.

On personal computers Phasmophobia was released in early access four years ago. The game will be released on October 28 for the Xbox Series. Let us remind you that this is a horror game in which you have to search for evidence that points to the existence of ghosts. Aggressive ghosts will attack you, so it’s important not to go crazy and die in the process.

The fantasy adventure game The Legend of Baboo has been announced. In it you play as a teenager who is forced to embark on a dangerous adventure. He will climb steep cliffs, solve puzzles and fight countless enemies. A large white dog, which can be used as a mount, will be a faithful ally. The release is scheduled for 2025.

Another soul-like in an Asian setting. Nearest attraction – Sekiro: Shadows die twice. The main character is a charming girl. She masterfully wields weapons and bladed firearms, and also actively uses magic. Unlike the Wolf, the beauty does not parry enemy attacks, preferring to hit opponents first. Wuchang: Fallen Feathers will be released in 2025.

Announced cooperative shooter from Remedy, which will take place in the universe Control. You play as agents of the Federal Bureau of Control who eliminate paranormal threats. The emphasis is on the interaction between fighters, who will be able to combine each other’s skills to achieve goals. The release will take place in 2025 and the game will be available immediately on Game Pass.

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