March 2024 Xbox Partner Preview: All the Exciting Announcements You Can't Miss!

During the recent 30-minute Xbox Partner Preview, Microsoft provided a straightforward showcase highlighting upcoming attractions for Xbox Series X, Windows PC, and Game Pass for the current year and beyond. The event featured an array of new gameplay trailers, several game announcements, and key release dates, notably the eagerly awaited Xbox Series X version of Final Fantasy 14 Online.

For those who missed the live broadcast of the Xbox Partner Preview on Wednesday, here's a comprehensive recap of all the significant revelations, promotional footage, updates, and additional information presented.

Upcoming Releases and Game Pass Additions

Final Fantasy 14 Online on Xbox Series X

Square Enix has set the release date for Final Fantasy 14 Online on Xbox Series X for March 21. The game, previously available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Windows PC, is now making its way to Xbox. Additionally, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can enjoy a Starter Edition of the game from March 21 to April 19. An open beta of FF14 is currently accessible on Xbox Series X.

Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess Joins Game Pass

Capcom is poised to release Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, an action-strategy game steeped in Japanese mythological themes, on Game Pass concurrently with the game's launch on Xbox Series X and Windows PC later this year.

The Sinking City 2 Announcement

Frogwares has unveiled a sequel to their 2019 game, The Sinking City, with a trailer featuring the submerged, Lovecraftian metropolis of Arkham. The Sinking City 2, described as a comprehensive survival horror experience, promises a fresh, standalone narrative while building on its predecessor's investigative gameplay. Players can anticipate its release on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X in 2025.

 

Persona 3 Reload Expansion Pass Details

Sega and Atlus have announced the addition of new in-game content for Persona 3 Reload, including fresh costumes, music tracks, and an expanded storyline with "Episode Aigis: The Answer." This new content was showcased for the first time during the Xbox Partner Preview, providing a glimpse into the expanded world of Persona 3.

 

STALKER Trilogy Now on Xbox

In a surprise release, the STALKER Legends of the Zone Trilogy has been made available on Xbox. This collection includes the three classic STALKER titles: Shadow of Chernobyl, Clear Sky, and Call of Pripyat. These games can now be enjoyed on both Xbox One and Xbox Series X through backward compatibility.

Introduction of Creatures of Ava

A newly announced game, Creatures of Ava, invites players into a creature-collecting adventure where taming wild beasts is key to a world-saving quest. This title is set to launch on Windows PC and Xbox Series X and will also be accessible via Game Pass.

Unknown 9: Awakening Gameplay Reveal

Bandai Namco and Reflector Entertainment showcased new gameplay for their upcoming title Unknown 9: Awakening. This third-person action-adventure game allows players to step into the shoes of Haroona, a character equipped with the unique ability to access the Fold, a mysterious dimension intertwined with our reality. Haroona's powers capture the interest of the Ascendants, a covert group intent on using the Fold to influence human history. The game is set to release this summer.

The Alters Announced

11 bit Studios introduced The Alters, an "emotional sci-fi game" that combines the mechanics of adventure, survival, and base-building. The revealed gameplay highlights a narrative akin to a lunar odyssey where the protagonist, Jan Dolski, must create clones to survive and find a way off a perilous planet. The Alters is expected to launch on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X in 2024.

Sleight of Hand Announcement

Riffraff Games announced Sleight of Hand, a unique third-person, stealth-action game that incorporates deck-building mechanics. Players will tackle the challenge of overthrowing their former witch coven using a cursed deck of cards. The game is scheduled for release in 2025 on Windows PC and Xbox Series X, and it will be available on Game Pass upon launch.

 

Chucky's Roblox Debut

The iconic horror figure Chucky from the Child's Play franchise is set to invade the world of Roblox. A new game experience titled Griefville: Survive the Nightmare! is developed by RocketRide Games in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences. Described as a "chilling interactive experience," this addition brings a touch of horror to the typically kid-friendly platform and is available starting today.

Tales of Kenzera: Zau Preview

The Xbox Partner Preview event provided a fresh glimpse into Tales of Kenzera: Zau, a Metroidvania-style adventure game from Surgent Studios, spearheaded by Abubakar Salim, and under the EA Originals label. The game, which promises an immersive experience blending exploration and platforming elements, is set to release on Windows PC and Xbox Series X on April 23.

The First Berserker: Khazan Gameplay Unveiled

A fresh glimpse of The First Berserker: Khazan was presented to Xbox enthusiasts. This Soulslike action-RPG, developed by the team behind Dungeon Fighter Online at Nexon, is gearing up for its launch on Xbox Series X. The game promises to deliver intense combat and a dark fantasy world for players to explore.

Frostpunk 2 Arriving on PC Game Pass

Subscribers to PC Game Pass can look forward to the addition of Frostpunk 2 this summer, with the game's release set for July 24. The sequel to the critically acclaimed survival strategy game, Frostpunk, will continue to challenge players with its blend of city-building, resource management, and tough moral choices in a frozen post-apocalyptic world.




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