Everything Announced At Xbox Partner Preview: Alan Wake 2, Subnautica 2, More

Benzinga · 10/17 19:50

This Thursday, Microsoft Corp.’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) Xbox Partner Preview delivered an exciting glimpse into the remainder of 2024 and what's coming in 2025.

Packed with DLC announcements, new game reveals, and early access opportunities, this showcase provided plenty to keep fans excited about.

Here's everything you need to know, with key titles and dates.

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Alan Wake 2: The Lake House DLC

The show kicked off with the highly anticipated Alan Wake 2: The Lake House DLC, a continuation of the eerie journey in the Alan Wake universe. This time, expect a mysterious FBC (Federal Bureau of Control) field trip that promises creative mayhem. Alan Wake fans won't have to wait long—The Lake House DLC releases on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

Cronos: The New Dawn

From the developers of the Silent Hill 2 Remake, Bloober Team revealed Cronos: The New Dawn, an eerie post-apocalyptic game combining chess-like strategy, gunplay, and grotesque creatures. Expect a flesh-coated city and haunting atmosphere when Cronos arrives in 2025 on PC and Xbox Series X/S.

Blindfire

For fast-paced first-person shooter fans, Blindfire brings vibrant 90s-inspired neon action. The game launched into early access for Xbox Series X/S and PC today.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii

Yakuza is back, but this time on the high seas. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii lets players captain customizable pirate ships, recruit crews, and hit the casino. Releasing Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, this swashbuckling RPG hits Xbox and PC.

Mouse: P.I. For Hire

Step into a black-and-white cartoon detective world in Mouse: P.I. For Hire, a first-person action game featuring an array of weapons. This whimsical mystery is coming to Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2025.

Subnautica 2

Diving deep below the ocean's surface, Subnautica 2 promises colossal sea monsters, including at least one kraken, in early access for Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2025.

Animal Well

This shadow-filled indie darling launched today for Xbox Series X/S.

Edens Zero

Based on Hiro Mashima's manga, Edens Zero combines space adventures with classic anime characters. The game arrives on Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2025.

Eternal Strands

A fantasy epic, Eternal Strands lets players wield fire and other magic against fearsome foes. Releasing in early 2025 for Xbox Series X/S and PC.

Mistfall Hunter

Continuing the fantasy trend, Mistfall Hunter features a dark, Viking-like setting with battles against dangerous creatures using swords, bows, and magic. Available for Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2025.

Wheel World

For something lighter, Wheel World offers a cel-shaded biking adventure with quirky features like turning your bike into a hot dog. Expect this offbeat game on Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2025.

Phasmophobia

Spooky season arrives early as the fan-favorite horror game Phasmophobia hits Xbox Series X/S just in time for Halloween on Tuesday, Oct. 29.

The Legend Of Baboo

This charming adventure game lets players ride a fluffy dog on a magical island. The Legend of Baboo releases for Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2025.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers

A dark hack-and-slash game with magical combat, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers shows off sinister environments and brutal enemies. The game launches on Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2025.

FBC: Firebreak

Remedy Entertainment surprised fans with their first-ever multiplayer game, FBC: Firebreak. Set in the Control/Alan Wake universe, this co-op experience pits players against the Hiss in the iconic Oldest House. Release set for 2025 on Xbox Series X/S and PC.

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