All the Xbox Games Releasing in October 2025

October is absolutely stacked on Xbox, with big sequels, clever indies, and a few beloved series making comebacks. Below you’ll find every October 2025 release from ComicBook.com’s roundup that lists Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One among the platforms, organized by date so it is easy to plan your month.

Each entry has the confirmed date and platforms in the text along with a quick snapshot of what the game is about or what is new this time around. If anything changes after today’s date of October 1, 2025, we will call that out in the text so you are not caught off guard.

‘Digimon Story: Time Stranger’ (2025)

Bandai Namco’s next mainline story driven RPG returns with a time shifter premise and partner based monster battles that lean into team building and skill synergy. The game expands the drama of tamers caught between the real world and the Digital World with an emphasis on exploration and quest lines that branch based on choices. It arrives on October 3 for Xbox Series X|S along with other platforms.

Combat systems continue the series focus on raising and evolving Digimon while new features let you combine inherited abilities and swap in bench partners to trigger combo attacks. Visual novel segments connect to dungeon runs where party composition matters against bosses that counter specific lines. The Xbox Series version targets current gen performance and visual upgrades for cleaner models and faster loads.

‘King of Meat’ (2025)

‘King of Meat’ is a physics flavored action platformer with a goofy competitive edge built around hurling and grilling ingredients while clearing arena style stages. Expect score chasing challenges and unlockable routes that reward precision movement and timing. It releases October 7 on Xbox Series X|S.

Stages are short and replayable with modifiers that remix hazards and enemy patterns so runs feel different as you learn optimal paths. Leaderboards track best times and highest combo chains while cosmetic rewards come from optional objectives rather than microtransactions.

‘Sopa – Tale of the Stolen Potato’ (2025)

StudioBando’s narrative adventure follows Miho on a magical realist journey to gather ingredients for his grandmother’s soup with puzzles, musical interactions, and dialogue that balances humor and heart. It launches October 7 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One and is planned as a day one release on Game Pass for console and PC.

The story draws on Latin American traditions and the tone of authors like Gabriel García Márquez while presenting a stylized 3D world with approachable challenges for younger players and layered themes for adults. Accessibility options and a playtime of roughly ten to twelve hours are highlighted by the developers.

‘Bye Sweet Carole’ (2025)

This dark fantasy adventure evokes classic European animation with a tale about Carole Simmons and a sinister rabbit kingdom that hides disturbing secrets. The game focuses on stealthy exploration and puzzle solving with set pieces that shift between idyllic scenes and unsettling imagery. It arrives October 9 on Xbox Series X|S.

Players move through painterly locations while using environmental clues to bypass threats and reveal what happened to the missing children. The developers emphasize narrative choices that affect scene order and endings with a score that leans into choral motifs and strings.

‘Yooka-Replaylee’ (2025)

Playtonic’s remaster of the 2017 collectathon brings updated visuals, new challenges, and quality of life tweaks to hub traversal and camera control. It launches October 9 on Xbox Series X|S with a free playable demo and discounts for owners of the original on select platforms.

The package includes rebalanced tonics, refined boss encounters, and orchestral soundtrack updates while preserving the open world page collecting structure fans remember. Expect sharper image quality, faster loads, and performance modes on current gen hardware.

‘Battlefield 6’ (2025)

EA’s large scale shooter rolls out globally on October 10 for Xbox Series X|S with no early access phase and synchronized launch times worldwide. Season 1 begins October 28 with free maps, modes, and weapons for all players as the live service cadence kicks off.

This entry returns to a more grounded tone with expanded destruction, combined arms warfare, and class based squads across massive conflict zones. Xbox Series players can expect performance targets tailored to 60 frames per second with cross play and cross progression at launch.

‘Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition’ (2025)

A modernized version of the original cult classic arrives October 10 on Xbox Series X|S with higher resolution, performance and quality modes, and upgraded lighting, reflections, and particle effects. Owners of the prior release on supported platforms receive entitlement paths that vary by edition.

This release bundles improvements like optional helpers and refined inputs while keeping the eerie journey of Six through the Maw untouched. It complements the same day launch of the new sequel to give horror fans two ways to dive back into the series.

‘Little Nightmares 3’ (2025)

The next mainline chapter arrives October 10 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One with a focus on cooperative play between Low and Alone and puzzle scenarios designed around their tools. The campaign is playable solo or with a friend online and emphasizes shared navigation through twisted biomes.

Traversal and scares lean on synchronized actions and communication while collectible secrets unlock cosmetic rewards. The release continues the series approach to environmental storytelling and wordless characterization with new enemies and traps that react to light and sound.

‘Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club’ (2025)

Guide Snoopy through a cozy investigation with the ‘Peanuts’ gang across town hubs that hide puzzles, collectibles, and character cameos. The game releases October 10 on Xbox Series X|S with a mid price and family friendly systems tuned for younger players.

Cases encourage light deduction as you track clues, interview familiar friends, and unlock outfits while a simple movement set keeps the focus on exploration. Accessibility settings aim to make reading and inputs easier for new players.

‘Just Dance 2026 Edition’ (2025)

Ubisoft’s annual dance release brings forty new tracks with camera controller support on phones and an included month of Just Dance Plus for a larger library. It launches October 14 on Xbox Series X|S.

Local multiplayer supports up to six dancers with new party and challenge modes while owned content from the 2023 through 2026 editions carries forward in one place. The track list mixes current hits and classics with fitness tracking in Workout Mode.

‘NASCAR 25’ (2025)

iRacing’s first console NASCAR title brings laser scanned tracks, physics derived from the studio’s simulation work, and support for wheels and controllers. It hits Xbox Series X|S on October 14 with a Windows release in November.

Modes cover the Cup, Xfinity, and Craftsman Truck series with career and online racing that targets large lobbies on console. Xbox store listings confirm Series X|S features like 4K and optimization.

‘Ball x Pit’ (2025)

Devolver’s roguelite blends brick breaking with base building as you fuse balls into arcane ammo to dive deeper into a monster filled abyss. It launches October 15 on Xbox Series X|S.

Runs unlock new heroes and upgrades while meta progression opens shortcuts and risk reward modifiers that change how balls behave. An official site and Xbox product page outline the premise and features for launch.

‘Keeper’ (2025)

Double Fine’s wordless adventure follows a sentient lighthouse and a spirited seabird through surreal spaces that twist reality with puzzles and exploration. It arrives October 17 on Xbox Series X|S and PC and is included with Game Pass.

The studio highlights 120 frames per second support on Series hardware plus Xbox Play Anywhere on console and PC. A Gamescom preview details the tone and inspirations behind its dreamlike vignettes.

‘Lumo 2’ (2025)

The sequel to the 2016 isometric puzzler returns with more than one hundred rooms, genre bending surprises, and secrets tucked into interconnected chambers. It launches October 17 on Xbox Series X|S alongside other platforms.

Expect collectables, mini games, and difficulty that leans on timing and spatial awareness rather than combat. Publisher and store pages list pricing in the mid range with physical editions in some regions.

‘Ninja Gaiden 4’ (2025)

Team Ninja brings back high speed swordplay with Ryu Hayabusa and a new protagonist named Yakumo while maintaining the series emphasis on demanding action. It launches October 21 on Xbox Series X|S and is available day one with Game Pass.

New weapons and difficulty options broaden the on ramp without dulling mastery while leaderboards and replays encourage time attack routes. Xbox marketing also spotlights themed controller designs tied to the release.

‘Jurassic Park World Evolution 3’ (2025)

Frontier’s next park management sim expands terrain tools and adds juvenile and gender variants for dozens of prehistoric species to better reflect lifecycle variety. It arrives October 21 on Xbox Series X|S and PC with preorder listings live on the Microsoft Store.

Scenarios push you to manage visitor safety and dinosaur welfare while new research trees gate advanced attractions and security. Official channels confirm Series optimized features like 4K and HDR.

‘Painkiller’ (2025)

The reimagined demon slaying shooter from 3D Realms and Anshar Studios focuses on kinetic arenas, co op options, and a new Rogue Angel mode that layers progression atop classic twitch gunplay. It releases October 21 on Xbox Series X|S.

Weapon variety favors crowd control gadgets and heavy hitters while level designs encourage constant movement and risk based pickups. A late September update reconfirmed the date after a minor schedule shuffle.

‘Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2’ (2025)

Set in modern Seattle you play as an elder vampire choosing a clan that shapes powers and playstyle across stealth, dialogue, and combat. The sequel launches October 21 on Xbox Series X|S.

The Chinese Room outlines noir toned storytelling and hubs that react to your choices while preserving the tabletop roots of the World of Darkness. Platform listings and previews confirm current gen features and the release date.

‘Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit’ (2025)

Retroware’s side scrolling action platformer brings new levels, bosses, and a retro presentation that also ships as a physical NES cartridge for collectors. It releases October 23 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.

The modern version adds sliding, alternate routes, and power ups while keeping tight stage design and boss patterns. A demo is available on Xbox and the Steam page lists the same date.

‘Bounty Star’ (2025)

Annapurna and DINOGOD blend third person mech combat with homestead building as you fight, farm, and craft in a dusty frontier. It arrives October 23 on Xbox Series X|S and is planned for Game Pass on day one.

Customization lets you tune weapons, mobility, and armor for skirmishes then return to your base to grow crops and upgrade facilities. Store and tracking pages list the same date across platforms.

‘Double Dragon Revive’ (2025)

The belt scrolling revival from Arc System Works updates combat while keeping tag team brawling and familiar enemy lineups. It launches October 23 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One with online features and cross platform availability.

Trailers highlight over fifty mission types and a roster that nods to classic bosses like Willy and Linda with modern animation and rollback netcode for smoother online play.

‘Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted’ (2025)

PopCap’s return to lane based defense refreshes visuals and adds new plants, zombies, and modes while preserving the pick up and play flow that made the original a hit. It releases October 23 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One with standard and subscription editions.

Expect accessibility settings, daily challenges, and community events along with performance targets for current gen consoles. Community wikis and the Xbox store list the same date.

‘The Jackbox Party Pack 11’ (2025)

The newest pack adds five original party games that use phones as controllers and supports couch or stream friendly play. It lands October 23 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.

Blog updates detail modes like Doominate and Suspectives plus quality of life tweaks for moderation and audience play. Smart delivery and broad platform support make it easy to host on Xbox and invite friends on any device.

‘The Lonesome Guild’ (2025)

Don’t Nod publishes this single player action RPG about Ghost, a spirit who wakes without memories and joins a band of misfits to fight back against a spreading mist. It launches October 23 on Xbox Series X|S.

Combat and exploration are tied to bonds you forge with companions while a painterly art style and a hopeful tone set it apart from darker fantasy. Preorders and press notes confirm the Xbox Series release on the same date.

‘Chicken Run: Eggstraction’ (2025)

Aardman’s top down heist adventure connects to the world of the film ‘Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget’ with squad based infiltration and frantic escapes. It launches October 24 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.

Players sneak past guards, disable cameras, and dash for the getaway while humor and slapstick keep the tone light. A time limited demo ran on PC and retailer pages list the same date on console.

‘Hot Wheels Let’s Race: Ultimate Speed’ (2025)

Inspired by the ‘Hot Wheels Let’s Race’ show this family friendly racer lets you drift through wild courses, battle boss events, and build custom tracks. It launches October 24 on Xbox Series X|S.

Local multiplayer supports up to four players while a track builder and a roster of iconic cars anchor replay value. The Xbox store confirms Series optimization and Play Anywhere support with the same date.

‘Once Upon a Katamari’ (2025)

Bandai Namco rolls the first brand new ‘Katamari’ in years with time traveling stages that span eras from the Jurassic period to historic Japan. It releases October 24 on Xbox Series X|S.

The King of All Cosmos accidentally destroys the stars again and the Prince must rebuild by rolling through themed levels with new objectives and soundtrack cuts. Announcements and store listings confirm the date and platforms.

‘The Outer Worlds 2’ (2025)

Obsidian’s sci fi RPG expands choice driven progression, overhauled gunplay, and companion systems across a new colony called Arcadia. It launches October 29 on Xbox Series X|S and is available day one with Game Pass.

Previews emphasize larger environments, refined perks and flaws, and more responsive combat while keeping dialog heavy quests and faction juggling intact. Official pages and outlets list the same date across platforms.

‘ARC Raiders’ (2025)

Embark’s third person extraction shooter sets squads against hostile machines on a ravaged Earth where runs balance looting with survival and PvPvE tension. It launches October 30 on Xbox Series X|S.

An open pre launch Server Slam runs in mid October and the release includes solo, duo, and trio play with shared risk reward across topside expeditions. Official feeds confirm the date and preorders.

‘Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD Remake’ (2025)

Square Enix’s HD 2D update brings classic adventures to modern systems with reworked art, music, and interface while preserving original layouts and progression. It releases October 30 on Xbox Series X|S with bonuses for players who have save data from the earlier HD 2D release.

The publisher details small carryover rewards and quality of life tweaks plus Xbox Play Anywhere support noted in community posts. Series pages confirm cross platform availability on the same date.

‘Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection’ (2025)

Digital Eclipse curates early era ‘Mortal Kombat’ entries in a modern package with online play, museum style extras, and latency minded rollback netcode. It launches digitally October 30 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One with a physical release planned later.

Listings confirm cross gen support and Smart Delivery while community tracking suggests staggered physical dates by region. Expect video features and input options common to recent Digital Eclipse projects.

‘Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage’ (2025)

Sega’s expanded edition adds a World Stage mode inspired by classic quest style progression along with rollback netcode and cross play. It releases October 30 on Xbox Series X|S with a free upgrade path for existing REVO owners on supported platforms.

An open and closed beta preceded launch and official posts confirm the same day release on PS5 and Xbox with a Switch 2 version to follow. Xbox store pages list Series features and date.

‘Tales of Xillia Remastered’ (2025)

Bandai Namco’s remaster of the PS3 action RPG includes visual upgrades, encounter toggles, movement speed options, and bundled DLC while keeping the dual protagonist story of Jude and Milla intact. It arrives October 31 on Xbox Series X|S.

Platform breakdowns note higher frame rate targets on current gen systems with Switch capped lower while PC scales up to very high refresh rates. Official site pages and coverage confirm the worldwide date and platforms.

Share which October Xbox release you are most excited to play in the comments.