Microsoft’s Xbox Partner Preview showcase may not have the catchiest name, but don’t be fooled, it’s definitely worth watching! The latest installment offered some interesting reveals, including the first footage of Konami’s Metal Gear Sold 3 remake and a new game from PowerWash Simulator developer, FuturLab. If you’re looking for a quick summary of all the highlights, keep reading.
First up, we learned that Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth will continue its tradition of extravagant side activities when it releases on January 26th next year. Players will have the opportunity to manage an entire tropical island resort, complete with fishing, bug catching, crafting, and more. Check out the trailer below for more details.
FuturLab, the developer behind PowerWash Simulator, unveiled their new game, Ikaro: Will Not Die. This spiritual successor to the acclaimed Velocity series promises “satisfying flow-state” rogue-lite action. You can find more information about it elsewhere.
The Chinese Room, known for Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture and Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, offered a first proper look at their narrative-driven first-person horror game, Still Wakes the Deep. Set on a spooky North Sea oil rig in the 70s, this game promises an intriguing experience.
Surprisingly, developer Teyon’s RoboCop: Rogue City is shaping up to be a pretty good time. Eurogamer’s Chris Tapsell recently discovered this and a fresh gameplay look, including a face-off against the powerful ED-209, has been revealed. The game is set to release on November 2nd for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC.
Another game that caught Chris Tapsell’s attention is developer Microbird’s Dungeons of Hinterberg. This game allows players to socialize and dungeon-dive across the once-sleepy Austrian mountain resort that gives the game its name. It’s set to release next year and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one. Take a closer look at the social gameplay in the latest Xbox showcase appearance.
Spirit of the North 2 is an intriguing sequel to the visually striking adventures of the original game. Players will control a new lead fox partnered with a flying companion. While there’s no release date yet, the game is “coming soon”.
Metal Gear Solid Green Triangle: Snake Eater is the highly anticipated Metal Gear Sold 3 remake from Konami’s internal development team. Although we haven’t heard much about it since its announcement in May, the Xbox showcase provided the first in-game footage and a glimpse of gameplay. The good news? It looks promising.
Manor Lords is a strategy game that challenges players to build a thriving medieval town. With in-depth city building, large-scale tactical battles, and complex economic and social simulations, Manor Lords offers a unique gameplay experience. It’s set to release on April 25th next year for PC, and will also be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.
The Finals is an impressive team-based competitive shooter with eye-popping destruction physics. Embark Studio has announced that it will be holding a cross-platform open beta for Steam, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5 from October 26th to November 5th.
Ark: Survival Ascended is the controversial remake of the popular dino-shooter, Ark: Survival Evolved, by developer Studio Wildcard. During the Xbox Partner Preview, viewers were treated to a first look at some gameplay. It’s worth noting that the game entered Steam early access today, although it seems to be delayed at the time of writing. Additionally, the Xbox Series X/S and PS5 versions have been delayed to November.
And finally, in celebration of the impending release of Alan Wake 2 on Friday, October 27th, enjoy a song and some footage of an FBI agent harassing a haunted granny. It’s certainly a unique experience.
