It’s no secret that the Xbox had a very big year in 2021. With major releases like Flight Simulator, Deathloop, Age of Empires IV, Psychonauts 2, Forza Motorsport 5, and Halo Infinite, Xbox Game Studios proved that Microsoft is here to play ball and play hard and shows no signs of slowing down in 2022. Here is a list of the biggest games slated for Xbox in January and February.
January
Nobody Saves The World – January 18, 2022 (Also coming to GamePass)
From the creators of Guacamelee! comes Nobody Saves the World, a top-down Action RPG with Online Co-op, in which you play many different character Forms, each with their own unique gameplay mechanics.
Rainbow Six Extraction – January 20, 2022 (Also coming to Game Pass)
As the threat grows, our Operators rise to meet it. In Extraction, Rainbow Six has been united under REACT. Their mission: learn about the enemy, stop it spreading at all costs and leave no one behind. Hibana has gone Missing in Action. See Operator Ela, Lion and Nomad under the command of Eliza “Ash” Cohen, mount a daring rescue mission, as they use intel, teamwork and improvisation to save one of their own from a dangerous new enemy.
Windjammers 2 – January 20, 2022
Get ready! The legendary disc throwing game, Windjammers, is getting a sequel! Windjammers 2 will combine everything fans love about the classic title with entirely hand-drawn 2D animations to create the ultimate windjamming experience.
February
Life is Strange Remastered Collection – February 1, 2022
Return to Arcadia Bay and experience two award-winning Life is Strange games like never before! Remastered visuals and animation breathe new life into the great cast of characters and gripping stories.
Dying Light 2: Stay Human – February 4, 2022
You are a wanderer with the power to change the fate of The City. But your exceptional abilities come at a price. Haunted by memories you cannot decipher, you set out to learn the truth… and find yourself in a combat zone. Hone your skills, as to defeat your enemies and make allies, you’ll need both fists and wits. Unravel the dark secrets behind the wielders of power, choose sides and decide your destiny. But wherever your actions take you, there’s one thing you can never forget—stay human.
OlliOlli World – February 8, 2022
Take a trip with OlliOlli World, coming digitally to the Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles this winter!
CrossfireX – February 10, 2022
CrossfireX delivers an intense FPS experience spanning multiple thrilling gameplay modes and a cinematic campaign.
Edge of Eternity – February 10, 2022
Wage epic turn-based battles as you follow Daryon and Selene in their quest to find a cure to the all-consuming Corrosion. Wield the power of ancient crystals and explore the mystical, alien world of Heryon in this epic, grand tale of hope and sacrifice.
King of Fighters XV – February 17, 2022
King of Fighters is back, bringing back the iconic fighting series in Q1 2022!
Destiny 2: The Witch Queen – February 22, 2022
Having returned from an encounter with Savathûn, the Witch Queen, a troubled Guardian provides a debriefing for Ikora Rey and Eris Morn. Their findings are concerning to say the least. Was this an illusion or the terrifying truth?
Elden Ring – February 25, 2022
The storyteller speaks. Learn the history of the world of ELDEN RING, as crafted by Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R. R. Martin.
GRID Legends – February 25, 2022
GRID Legends is a high-stakes driving experience that combines thrilling motorsport action, incredible race variety and an immersive story that puts the player at the heart of the action.
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Source: Game Informer
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