As the Xbox Series X/S enjoys its third year, Microsoft’s platform is gradually amassing a respectable library. Consoles typically do not start to flourish until the latter half of their existence, once cross-gen stops being a priority and developers can focus exclusively on crafting projects for only the most modern systems. The Xbox Series X/S has yet to reach that point, although things are moving in that direction.
2022 produced many stellar games, particularly in the open-world genre. Elden Ring, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, A Plague Tale: Requiem, and Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands are all good or great, and they offer wildly different experiences from each other. The year’s successor has largely followed suit with projects like Dead Space, Street Fighter 6, Hi-Fi Rush, Remnant 2, Starfield, and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, and there is still a lot of gaming to be done before 2023 ends its run.
What Xbox games are coming soon? Which titles are expected to drop after 2023? Please note that the focus is on the North American release dates of Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One games. Expansions will also be listed.
Updated October 25, 2023: The upcoming Xbox games were added to the calendar over the last week: This Bed We Made, Coral Island, Not For Broadcast: Bits of Your Life, A Perfect Day, Fusion Paradox, Roboquest, Lake: Season’s Greetings, Wordless, The Lost Legends of Redwall: The Scout – Anthology, Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster.
October 2023 Xbox Series X/S & Xbox One Games october 2023 xbox games September was so stacked with releases that its offerings will keep people busy for the rest of the year; however, October 2023 has not been a slouch either.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage started the month in a big but slightly polarizing way, and long-time fans might enjoy the game’s return-to-basics approach. Racing sim fans will naturally gravitate toward Forza Motorsport, although the game had a mixed launch.
Even though the original title was not the greatest game ever, Lords of the Fallen has very little to do with its predecessor beyond sharing a name, and the Soulslike project has been well enough so far. The month has its horror quota covered with Alan Wake 2, and Remedy’s sequel has garnered almost nothing but positivity during its pre-launch run.
October 2: Trepang2 (XBX/S)
October 3: Battle of Rebels (XBX/S)
October 3: The Lamplighters League (XBX/S)
October 3: Survivor: Castaway Island (XBX/S, XBO)
October 4: Blossom Tales 2: The Minotaur Prince (XBX/S, XBO)
October 4: Cassette Beasts: Pier of the Unknown (XBX/S, XBO)
October 4: Dinobreak (XBX/S)
October 4: Diorama Dungeoncrawl – Master of the Living Castle (XBX/S, XBO)
October 4: Warhammer 40,000: Darktide (XBX/S)
October 4: Wordless (XBX/S, XBO)
October 5: Assassin’s Creed Mirage (XBX/S, XBO)
October 5: Bang-On Balls: Chronicles (XBX/S)
October 5: Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur (XBX/S)
October 5: The Sisters 2: Road to Fame (XBX/S, XBO)
October 6: NHL 24 (XBX/S, XBO) October 6: Project Blue (XBO)
October 6: Sunshine Manor (XBX/S, XBO)
October 6: Sword Art Online: Last Recollection (XBX/S, XBO)
October 10: Forza Motorsport (XBX/S)
October 10: Lil Gator Game (XBX/S, XBO)
October 10: Long Gone Days (XBX/S)
October 10: Wild Card Football (XBX/S, XBO)
October 11: Between Time: Escape Room (XBX/S)
October 11: Redraptor (XBX/S) October 12: Cricket 24: Official Game of The Ashes (XBX/S, XBO)
October 12: From Space (XBX/S)
October 12: Haunted House (XBX/S, XBO)
October 13: Alphadia 1 & 2 (XBX/S, XBO)
October 13: The Grinch: Christmas Adventures (XBX/S, XBO)
October 13: Lords of the Fallen (XBX/S) October 13: Transformers: Earthspark – Expedition (XBX/S, XBO)
October 16: Kingdom Eighties (XBX/S)
October 16: Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged (XBX/S, XBO) October 16: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake (XBX/S)
October 17: Overpass 2 (XBX/S)
October 17: Skull Island: Rise of Kong (XBX/S, XBO)
October 17: Sonic Superstars (XBX/S, XBO)
October 17: Train Valley 2: Community Edition (XBO)
October 17: Vlad Circus: Descend Into Madness (XBX/S, XBO)
October 17: Wizard With A Gun (XBX/S) October 18: Ball laB 2 (XBX/S, XBO)
October 18: Hellboy: Web of Wyrd (XBX/S, XBO)
October 18: Kona 2: Brume (XBX/S, XBO)
October 18: Slender: The Arrival (XBX/S)
October 19: Agatha Christie – Murder on the Orient Express (XBX/S, XBO)
October 19: Animal Hospital (XBX/S)
October 19: Endless Dungeon (XBX/S, XBO)
October 19: The Gap (XBX/S, XBO)
October 19: Gargoyles Remastered (XBX/S, XBO)
October 19: Harmony’s Odyssey (XBX/S, XBO)
October 19: Inescapable: No Rules, No Rescue (XBX/S, XBO)
October 19: The Jackbox Party Pack 10 (XBX/S, XBO)
October 19: Spirit of the Island (XBX/S, XBO) October 20: Mummy Pinball (XBX/S, XBO) October 20: Warm Snow (XBX/S, XBO)
October 24: EA Sports UFC 5 (XBX/S)
October 24: Just Dance 2024 Edition (XBX/S)
October 24: Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 (XBX/S)
October 24: Pickleball: Smash (XBX/S, XBO) October 24: Seed of Life (XBX/S)
October 25: The Inheritance of Crimson Manor (XBX/S, XBO)
October 25: Stray Souls (XBX/S, XBO) October 25: Swapshot (XBX/S, XBO)
October 26: A Perfect Day (XBX/S, XBO) October 26: Ghostrunner 2 (XBX/S)
October 26: Mineko’s Night Market (XBO)
October 26: Strategic Mind: Spirit of Liberty (XBX/S, XBO)
October 26: War Hospital (XBX/S)
October 27: Alan Wake 2 (XBX/S)
October 27: Desolatium (XBX/S, XBO)
October 27: DreamWorks Trolls Remix Rescue (XBX/S)
October 27: Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery (XBX/S, XBO)
October 27: Halloween Pinball (XBX/S, XBO)
October 27: Hero Survival (XBX/S, XBO)
October 27: Terminator: Resistance – Complete Edition (XBX/S)
October 31: Headbangers Rhythm Royale (XBX/S, XBO) October 31: Jusant (XBX/S)
In its third year, the Xbox Series X/S platform has been steadily building an impressive game library. Traditionally, consoles gain momentum in the latter half of their lifespan when developers shift their focus to the most advanced hardware. While the Xbox Series X/S is not quite there yet, it’s moving in the right direction.
The year 2022 delivered several outstanding games, especially in the open-world genre, such as Elden Ring, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, A Plague Tale: Requiem, and Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands. The following year continued the trend with anticipated titles like Dead Space, Street Fighter 6, Hi-Fi Rush, Remnant 2, Starfield, and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, promising diverse gaming experiences.
Looking at the upcoming Xbox games, October 2023 presents a promising lineup. September had its fair share of releases, but October has its own highlights. Assassin’s Creed Mirage brings back the series to its roots, catering to long-time fans. Racing enthusiasts can dive into Forza Motorsport, although its launch received mixed reviews. Lords of the Fallen 2, a Soulslike game, has received positive feedback.
The horror genre is covered by Alan Wake 2, generating much excitement among gamers. Additionally, the month offers a variety of games for different tastes, such as Trepang2, Battle of Rebels, Survivor: Castaway Island, and more.
This robust release schedule shows the Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One’s commitment to offering diverse gaming experiences to its audience. As we move forward, it’s evident that Microsoft’s platform is actively building its library, promising more excitement for gamers.
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