The Xbox Partner Preview 2024 showcased an exciting lineup, featuring new trailers for previously announced titles alongside fresh reveals. Although juggernauts like GTA and Call of Duty were absent, the event still offered plenty of enjoyment with new announcements from smaller third-party developers. Highlights ranged from the Alan Wake 2 Lake House DLC to exciting new installments in beloved franchises.
If you couldn’t catch the showcase, here’s a comprehensive recap of the Xbox Partner Preview 2024 announcements.
Complete List of Games Unveiled at Xbox Partner Preview 2024
Alan Wake 2: Lake House DLC
The latest DLC for Alan Wake 2, a celebrated horror title from 2023, further intertwines its narrative with that of Control, another hallmark from Remedy Entertainment. In this expansion, players step into the shoes of FBC Agent Kiran Estevez as she explores the underground FBC facility in Bright Falls, confronting unique horrors lurking within.
Available to Deluxe Edition players, the Lake House DLC will be released on October 22, 2024, for Xbox and PC.
Chronos: The New Dawn
After the success of Silent Hill 2’s remake, Polish developer Bloober Team is targeting a more ambitious project. Debuting at the Xbox Partner Preview, Chronos: The New Dawn is an exhilarating third-person survival horror shooter that immerses players in a thrilling narrative about time travel while fending off deadly foes.
Scheduled for a 2025 launch on Xbox and PC.
Blindfire
Challenge yourself with Blindfire, an innovative multiplayer FPS from Double Eleven, known for their work on the recent Red Dead Redemption port. Unlike typical entries in the genre, this game casts players in darkness, only illuminated by dynamic neon lights, promising a distinct gaming experience.
Currently in Early Access.
Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Revisiting the real-time Yakuza action, the Like A Dragon series presents Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, featured with a fresh trailer. Players will embody Goro Majima leading his pirate crew across land and sea, battling foes including Queen Michelle and Pirate King Raymond Law of Madlantis, showcasing newly revealed naval combat mechanics.
This title has been rescheduled for an early release on February 21, 2025, for Xbox and PC.
Mouse P.I. For Hire
Inspired by the classic Disney animations of the 1920s, Mouse P.I. For Hire combines retro FPS elements with a nostalgic flair, inviting players to control private investigator Jack Pepper as he battles criminal syndicates in an action-filled escapade.
The title is expected to launch in 2025 for Xbox and PC.
Subnautica 2
A new underwater adventure awaits in Subnautica 2, recently unveiled at the Xbox Partner Preview. While only a cinematic trailer was shown, developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment has confirmed an early access release, with new screenshots made public.
Players can anticipate getting early access in 2025 on PC and Xbox.
Animal Well Xbox Port
A brand new trailer narrated by YouTuber Videogamedunkey confirmed that Animal Well is coming to Xbox. Players can venture through a mysterious labyrinth filled with strange creatures while uncovering its intricate secrets, all within a challenging 2D Metroidvania framework.
The game is now available on Xbox Series X|S.
Edens Zero
The Xbox Partner Preview introduced Edens Zero, an action RPG based on the popular manga. Players will engage with beloved characters like Shiki and Rebecca as they navigate an over-the-top action narrative.
Published by Konami, the game is set for a 2025 release on PC and Xbox.
Eternal Strands
Eternal Strands, an action RPG, revealed an intriguing trailer at the event, showcasing how elemental powers such as Fire and Ice influence gameplay and the game world, promising a fresh open-world third-person experience.
This title is being developed and published by Yellow Brick Games, set to debut in 2025 for Xbox and PC.
Mistfall Hunter
Mistfall Hunter is an upcoming PvP/PvE extraction RPG influenced by Scandinavian mythology. Players will embark on a mission amid divine conflicts, battling corruption while looting for upgrades through various builds, skills, and classes.
This title is expected to launch in 2025 for Xbox and PC.
Wheel World
Enter Wheel World, where players join Kat on a tranquil quest to rescue the titular realm. Engage in exhilarating races, enhance your biking skills, and delight in beautifully cel-shaded landscapes as you navigate the sandbox filled with mysteries and surprises.
Wheel World is scheduled to launch in early 2025 for Xbox and PC.
Phasmophobia Xbox Port
The popular co-op horror investigation game Phasmophobia is making its way to Xbox, as revealed in the Xbox Partner Preview. Team up with friends to explore haunted sites, using an array of equipment to gather evidence of the paranormal while avoiding formidable spirits.
The game is set to launch on October 29, 2024, for Xbox Series X|S.
The Legend of Baboo
On a mystical island, players will take control of Sepehr and his fluffy companion Baboo in their quest to rescue their family from an ancient evil. This action-adventure game features hack & slash gameplay and dungeon exploration to tackle demonic threats.
The Legend of Baboo is set for release in 2025 for PC and Xbox.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers
Set during the Ming Dynasty, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers invites players to battle monstrous foes using potent magical abilities. Players navigate the world as Wuchang, enhancing their gear, acquiring new skills, and facing formidable bosses.
The game will release in 2025 for Xbox and PC, including availability on Xbox Game Pass.
FBC Firebreak
Debuting at the event, Remedy Entertainment presented its highly anticipated multiplayer title FBC Firebreak. This cooperative third-person shooter supports up to three players, set within the Control universe, as they confront anomalies and dangers posed by the Federal Bureau of Control.
It is expected to launch in 2025 for both Xbox and PC.
Catch the entire showcase by watching the Xbox Partner Preview here.
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