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Microsoft has revealed the next set of games arriving on Xbox platforms over the coming week, spanning xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC and selected Play Anywhere releases. The line-up mixes established franchises, licensed titles and smaller puzzle and action games, with launches scheduled between 2 and 6 February.
Dragon Quest VII Returns with a Modern Look
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A classic role-playing game gets a visual overhaul and streamlined gameplay on February 4.
Gamers anticipating a nostalgic trip down memory lane, or a fresh start with a beloved series, have several new titles to look forward to on Xbox platforms this week. Microsoft announced a diverse lineup of games launching between February 2 and February 6, catering to a wide range of tastes, from sprawling RPGs to fast-paced arena fighters.
Key Takeaways
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Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, a refreshed version of the classic RPG, arrives February 4.
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My Hero Academia: All’s Justice brings the popular anime series to life as a 3D arena fighter on February 5.
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Carmageddon: Rogue shift injects a roguelite twist into the vehicular combat of the classic series, launching February 6.
Anime Action and Heroic Battles
My Hero Academia: All’s Justice launches on February 5, offering competitive battles and scenario-led team missions set within the world of U.A. High.
Vehicular Mayhem with a Roguelite twist
Carmageddon: Rogue Shift,launching February 6,introduces a roguelite loop to the chaotic vehicular combat of Carmageddon.Players earn currency between runs to unlock upgrades and new content, while the fast-paced, destructive racing continues with eliminated drivers being replaced.
Carmageddon Gets a Roguelite Upgrade
The chaotic vehicular combat of Carmageddon receives a fresh spin with Carmageddon: Rogue Shift,launching February 6. This iteration introduces a roguelite loop, where players earn currency between runs to unlock upgrades and new content. The fast-paced, destructive racing continues, with eliminated drivers replaced to keep the action flowing.
A Mix of Puzzle and Casual Experiences
Several smaller titles arrive on February 4, offering a diverse range of gameplay experiences. Hidden Cats in Christmas presents a holiday-themed hidden-object game, challenging players to uncover hundreds of cats and characters to bring color to each scene. Tiny Biomes offers a tile-rotation puzzle format, tasking players with guiding water, snow, or lava to restore different environments across forest, volcanic, and winter settings.
Retro and Time-Traveling Adventures
Also launching on February 4 is Lovish, an 8-bit-styled action-adventure game featuring short rooms, monster encounters, and unpredictable events. New Yankee: Through the History Mirror Collector’s Edition follows two parallel storylines, challenging players to navigate fantasy locations, solve problems, and confront supernatural threats across different time periods.
RPG and Simulation Options Round Out the Week
On February 5, Dragon Spira brings a pixel-art role-playing game with turn-based battles, job customization, and companion creatures that evolve throughout the story. The week concludes on February 6 with Car cops, a police-themed simulation focused on traffic stops and street patrols, and Un.Key, a minimalist platformer where players rotate a small key through challenging traps and tight spaces.
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