Here Are All the Xbox Games Releasing in January 2026

January 2026 marks a significant month for Xbox players, with a diverse array of titles arriving on both Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. From long-awaited remakes to innovative indie projects, the release schedule offers various genres ranging from tactical RPGs to survival horrors. This lineup showcases the continued expansion of the Xbox ecosystem through high-profile sequels and fresh intellectual properties. These titles are scheduled to launch throughout the month, providing consistent content for the gaming community.

‘I Am Future’ (2026)

Developed by Mandragora and published by tinyBuild, ‘I Am Future’ arrives on Xbox Series X/S on January 8, 2026. This relaxing survival game tasks players with building a rooftop camp in a flooded post-apocalyptic city. Users must dismantle old microwave ovens for parts and grow organic crops to sustain themselves while exploring the ruins of civilization. The gameplay focuses on automation through the creation of helpful robots to manage daily chores and camp security. This title offers a cozy perspective on the end of the world through its vibrant art style.

‘Cassette Boy’ (2026)

‘Cassette Boy’ is scheduled for release on January 15, 2026, for both Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. This puzzle-driven RPG, developed by Wonderboy Bobi and published by Playism, utilizes a unique perspective-shifting mechanic involving a cassette tape. Players rotate the world to reveal hidden paths and solve environmental challenges within a stylized pixel-art landscape. The narrative explores themes of memory and reality as the protagonist navigates a surreal and shifting environment. The game combines traditional role-playing elements with innovative spatial logic puzzles.

‘BrokenLore: Unfollow’ (2026)

Serafini Productions brings ‘BrokenLore: Unfollow’ to Xbox Series X/S on January 16, 2026. This surreal horror experience follows the journey of Anne, a victim of bullying who finds herself trapped in a world where social media influencers become monsters. The gameplay emphasizes psychological tension and narrative exploration as players confront societal issues through a dark lens. This title represents a significant expansion of the ‘BrokenLore’ universe into the console market. Players must navigate terrifying encounters while uncovering the truth behind Anne’s digital and physical trauma.

‘Mio: Memories in Orbit’ (2026)

‘Mio: Memories in Orbit’ launches on January 20, 2026, for Xbox Series X/S, developed by Douze Dixièmes and published by Focus Entertainment. Set on an overgrown spaceship called the Ark, this Metroidvania title features a lush hand-drawn art style and fluid traversal mechanics. Players control a small robot named MIO as they discover the secrets of a failing technological paradise. The game combines intense combat against corrupted machines with intricate platforming sequences across vast, interconnected biomes. Its focus on discovery and agility provides a modern take on the classic exploration-based genre.

‘Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade’ (2026)

Square Enix officially brings ‘Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade’ to Xbox Series X/S on January 22, 2026. This enhanced version includes the ‘FF7R EPISODE INTERmission’ featuring Yuffie Kisaragi as she infiltrates Midgar during the events of the main story. The game follows Cloud Strife and the resistance group Avalanche as they fight against the Shinra Electric Power Company. Players can expect optimized performance and visual upgrades specifically tailored for the Xbox hardware ecosystem. This release brings the critically acclaimed reimagining of the 1997 classic to a wider audience of console players.

‘Escape from Ever After’ (2026)

Developed by Sleepy Castle Studio and published by Viridian Software, ‘Escape from Ever After’ releases on January 23, 2026, for Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. This turn-based RPG is inspired by classic paper-aesthetic adventures and takes place within a storybook world overtaken by corporate greed. Characters must battle through offices and boardrooms that have replaced fairy tale landscapes to reclaim their narratives. The game features a colorful cast and a humorous take on traditional folklore tropes and modern business culture. Tactical combat and world exploration are central to the experience of restoring the storybook world.

‘Highguard’ (2026)

‘Highguard’ is set to debut on Xbox Series X/S on January 26, 2026, under the direction of the Highguard Development Team. This tactical combat title focuses on high-stakes aerial maneuvers and strategic squad management in a fantasy setting. Players lead a group of elite guardians tasked with defending a floating kingdom from invasive forces and ancient threats. The gameplay emphasizes verticality and the precise use of abilities to overcome numerically superior enemies. Strategic positioning and character progression are vital for surviving the increasingly difficult aerial skirmishes.

‘Dusk Index: Gion’ (2026)

On January 29, 2026, Hojo Studio releases ‘Dusk Index: Gion’ for the Xbox Series X/S. This atmospheric adventure game centers on the historical Gion district, blending traditional Japanese aesthetics with supernatural mystery elements. Players navigate a meticulously recreated environment to solve urban legends and interact with spirits known as Yokai. The narrative delves into the cultural heritage of Kyoto while maintaining a sense of eerie suspense and discovery. Detailed environments and a haunting soundtrack aim to immerse players in a world where the past and the paranormal collide.

‘I Hate This Place’ (2026)

Developed by GZ Storm and published by Hugecalf Studios, ‘I Hate This Place’ arrives on Xbox Series X/S on January 29, 2026. This first-person puzzle-horror title traps players in a mysterious house filled with lethal traps and cryptic riddles. Survival depends on the ability to decipher clues quickly while avoiding an unseen pursuer that reacts to player movements. The game aims to provide a high-pressure environment where logic and environmental awareness are the only tools for escape. Its design emphasizes psychological dread and the constant threat of a hidden antagonist.

‘The 9th Charnel’ (2026)

‘The 9th Charnel’ is a survival horror title from developer Saia, launching on January 30, 2026, for Xbox Series X/S. Players step into the role of a researcher investigating a forbidden zone where reality has begun to fracture and bleed into other dimensions. The game prioritizes resource management and stealth as players encounter grotesque creatures born from psychological trauma. The dark, industrial atmosphere is complemented by a branching storyline that reacts to player choices and exploration style. This title aims to deliver a visceral experience through its detailed environmental storytelling and challenging survival mechanics.

‘Code Vein II’ (2026)

Bandai Namco returns to the world of Revenants with ‘Code Vein II’ on January 30, 2026, for Xbox Series X/S. This sequel continues the story of immortal warriors struggling to survive in a post-apocalyptic world infested with the Lost. The title introduces new Blood Veils and an expanded weapon system to deepen the tactical soulslike combat for which the series is known. Players can explore the devastated landscape solo or with an AI partner or human ally in online cooperative play. The narrative promises to explore deeper into the origins of the world and the nature of the bloodthirst.

‘Front Mission 3 Remake’ (2026)

‘Front Mission 3 Remake’ brings classic tactical mech combat to Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S on January 30, 2026. Developed by Forever Entertainment and published by Square Enix, this remake updates the 1999 original with modernized graphics and a refined user interface. Players command customizable giant robots known as Wanzers across two distinct narrative paths set in a futuristic global conflict. The gameplay retains the strategic depth of limb-based damage and pilot skills from the original PlayStation release. This version allows both veterans and newcomers to experience the complex political intrigue and turn-based strategy of the franchise.

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