Next week is Summer Game Fest, so the new releases schedule is a little quieter where notable big games are concerned. However, June 4 is a pretty busy day with Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game coming to Xbox Series X|S, Firework launching into PC Game Pass, and Rolling Hills: Make Sushi, Make Friends launching into Xbox Game Pass on day one.
Here’s a breakdown of everything coming to the world of Xbox next week. Let us know which of these you’re planning on picking up in the comments!
June 4
Downward: Enhanced Edition — Xbox Series X|S
Downward is a first-person open-world parkour-based platform adventure. Make your way through breath-taking landscapes, face ancient guardians and unravel the deep mystery that lies behind the disappearance of humanity.
Firework — Windows
An accidental fire at a funeral forces the police to re-investigate a closed case of massacre. Lin Lixun participates the re-investigation by chances. As the investigation goes deeper, the past of the victims gradually emerges. However, the case becomes more bewildering.
Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game — Xbox Series X|S
1 Week Advance Access
2 Human Cosmetics (Shower)
1 Klown Skin (Junksuit 1/5)
1 Klown Character (Slim)
Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is an asymmetrical multiplayer horror based on the iconic ‘80s film. In the battle between Killer Klowns and citizens of Crescent Cove, team up and use your wits to harvest humans or save them from the alien invasion!
Crescent Cove is a sprawling arena for these unique multiplier fights between Klowns and humans – boasting various locations, and various tactical opportunities for both teams. Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game provides a unique approach to hide-and-seek gameplay, customization, PvPvE, and dynamic objectives leading to multiple match results. This game evolves the online horror formula in new ways.
Take on the role of the iconic Killer Klowns – cooperate in a team of three players, utilize unworldly abilities, hunt humans with zany weapons, and plan your alien invasion to harvest the population of Crescent Cove successfully.
Fight back as a team of seven brave citizens of Crescent Cove – explore the city for valuable loot and weapons, avoid getting captured by Klowns, and try to survive the alien invasion.
Rolling Hills: Make Sushi, Make Friends — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Serve up sushi as a robot chef in Rolling Hills, a life sim about running your own restaurant in a cozy village. Make new friends, purchase ingredients, enhance your shop, and improve the lives of your neighbors as you perfect your craft!
June 5
Democracy 4: Console Edition — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Democracy 4: Console Edition lets you take the role of President / Prime Minister in one of ten countries. You will then govern the country as you see fit, while trying to retain enough popularity to get re-elected.
Ghost Teen Escape from Limbo — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
What is a recklessly adventurous kid to do when he ends up stuck between life and death? In Ghost Teen Escape from Limbo, you’ll have to exploit your ghost form to solve a multitude of tricky platforming puzzles if there’s any hope of returning to your home amongst the living. Explore 50 single-screen puzzles in black-and-white 2D pixel art style
Brainteasing stages start out simple but gradually increase in complexity and challenge. Keep trying puzzles as many times as it takes and find your way back to the living world!
Run & Jump Guy — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Leap into “Run & Jump Guy,” a pixel-packed platformer spanning three thrilling worlds: Island, Snowy Forest, and Castle. Overcome enemies and obstacles to conquer the ultimate boss!
June 6
Detective – Minerva Case — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
The Smurfs: Village Party — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
To do so, he asks all the Smurfs to get involved with the preparations to make the party unforgettable!
Walk around the village and invite all the Smurfs scattered around the world to the event, but be careful with Gargamel as he has heard about the party and will do everything to spoil it…
In party-game mode, gather your friends and family for Smurf-tastic hours of fun through 50 mini-games inspired by the cheerful spirit of the Smurfs.
In adventure mode, dive into a thrilling journey filled with quests, meet over 100 iconic Smurfs, and explore 10 different regions, from the Smurfs’ Village to Gargamel’s territory.
PARTY GAME MODE
• 50 mini-games
• 19 playable iconic Smurfs + 31 outfits for your playable Smurf
• 6 types of games (sport, quickness, luck, memory, battle and accuracy)
• 2-4 local multiplayer
ADVENTURE MODE
• Original story in the Smurf Village
• Meet over 100 iconic Smurfs
• 10 various environments: Enchanted Forest, Snowy Mountains, Gargamel’s Territory, …
Tour de France 2024 — Xbox Series X|S
Win a Grand Tour and claim the yellow jersey in the official game of the Tour de France 2024. Beat your opponents, push yourself to the limit and show what you’re capable of in the new multiplayer mode: Criterium.
June 7
The Hong Kong Massacre— Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
nspired by classic action movies, The Hong Kong Massacre places you at the center of a hard-boiled revenge story, filled with brutal, cinematic shootouts and vivid underworld locations. Take on the role of a former police detective bent on exacting vengeance for his partner’s murder and use of a mixture of raw firepower, slow-motion and dive/dodge mechanics to tear your way through the criminal ranks.
Dash & Roll — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Dash & Roll – Magic in Motion: Dash, Jump, Smash the Crystal Curse! In Dash & Roll, players are transported to a mesmerizing world where not everything is as it seems. As a once ordinary marble, you’re imbued with mystical abilities by a benevolent wizard, transforming your existence from mundane to magical. But with great power comes great responsibility. The world is littered with radiant crystals that harbor an unknown force, and you, as the enchanted marble, are the sole hope in navigating treacherous terrains to shatter them. This isn’t just about dexterity and agility; it’s a journey to uncover the truth behind the crystals, the wizard, and your own newfound abilities.
Grappin — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
After a difficult awakening, you stumble upon the Grip, a mysterious artifact and grappling hook.
Climb up the Mountain to bring back the Grip to the top and unravel the mystery surrounding the Grip in GRAPPIN, an exciting First-Person Adventure game.
Pombero: The Lord of the Night — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Footage style first-person game where you’re a journalist who returns to his country in search of answers about the death of his mother. This investigation will lead him to discover his origin in a place far from the world where terror lurks.
Rider’s Spirits — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Play head-to-head against the computer or locally with a friend and compete in a wide variety of racing tracks and game modes. Choose from an array of wacky racers, each with their own unique attributes, and show off your riding skills. And if things get ugly, use all kind of crazy items in order to get advantage and be the first one to cross the finishing line!
Shy Dogs Hidden Orchestra — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC
A hidden object game with musical elements. Each hidden character found unlocks a new musical instrument inside each game’s level. Thus, you’ll be able to create your own songs as you find cute little dogs hidden by beautiful 2D cartoon backgrounds.
June 8
Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge — Xbox Series X|S
Kamaeru is a cozy farming sim about collecting and raising frogs, farming, and preserving nature. You play as a kind soul helping an old friend restore the wetlands of your childhood by transforming them into a safe haven for friendly little frogs. With the help of the game’s cast of welcoming NPCs, you will photograph and breed frogs to increase your reputation, decorate your refuge, and plant native crops to help your amphibian abode thrive!