Feature: These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (May 5-9)

Welcome to your Xbox games summary for May 5-9! The main attraction over the upcoming days is the addition of two Xbox Game Pass titles, featuring the exhilarating fishing journey DREDGE and the fresh launch of Revenge of the Savage Planet! Alongside these, there are several promising indie games to watch.

Here’s what’s arriving on Xbox next week:

Upcoming Xbox Releases (May 5-9)

• Age of Empires II DE: The Three Kingdoms DLC (May 6): “Immerse yourself in the grand Romance of the Three Kingdoms with this latest expansion for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, where myth and history clash in a quest for dominance!”

• Captain Blood (May 6): “Captain Blood is a swashbuckling action game where you step into the shoes of a formidable pirate pursuing wealth and fame. Prepare for explosive cannon fire, pistol action, sword duels, and boatloads of pirate antics.”

• King Arthur: Legion IX (May 6): “King Arthur: Legion IX invites newcomers to the enchanted realm of Avalon with a brand-new narrative and heroes, while also challenging returning players with formidable quests.”

• Metal Eden (May 6): “Engage in combat with the Internal Defense Corps in cyborg warfare, confront the Engineers, and unveil the enigmas of Project Eden.”

• Bartender Hustle (May 7): “Unlock diverse locations, ranging from neighborhood pubs to upscale cocktail bars, while diving into a rich, story-driven journey that tests your skills and charm.”

• Submarine Survivor (May 7): “As you navigate the vast blue unknown, enhance your submarines with an array of weapons and chips to claim the title of Ocean’s Overlord.”

• Empyreal (May 8): “Empyreal offers an intricate and demanding action RPG experience. In a distant corner of the galaxy, an Expedition arrives on an uncharted planet to uncover a massive Monolith built by a vanished civilization.”

• Penguin Flight: Beyond the Clouds (May 8): “This 2D pixel art platformer presents challenging levels, imaginative obstacles, and exhilarating high-altitude action.”

• Revenge of the Savage Planet (May 8): “Amid a future thrown into chaos by corporate greed, you find yourself obsolete and forsaken on the far reaches of space with minimal equipment. To seek vengeance on your former employer and find your way back to Earth, you must scrutinize every corner, gather upgrades, and turn over every alien oddity.”

• Spirit of the North 2 (May 8): “In a world steeped in antiquity, embark on the quest of a lone fox far from its home. Guided by a sagacious Raven companion, seek out the elusive legendary guardians and liberate them from the dark control of the shaman Grimnir.”

• The Abandoned Planet (May 8): “Inspired by classics like Myst and Riven, along with hints of 90s LucasArts adventures, The Abandoned Planet will surely satisfy your nostalgia for adventure games.”

• Truck Simulator Cargo Driver 2025 – USA (May 8): “In this simulation, you will encounter the excitement and trials of being a truck operator. You will undertake tasks involving the transport of various cargo types, ensuring timely delivery while minimizing damage to your vehicle.”

• Wings of Endless (May 8): “Unearth the secrets of a forgotten conflict in Wings of Endless, a platforming Action-RPG adorned with an engaging Pixelart aesthetic that captivates from the outset.”

• Amaze! (May 9): “Navigate through diverse maze puzzles with a coloring twist that appears simple, yet requires keen strategy to fill in every square.”

• Bendy and the Ink Machine (Xbox Series X|S) (May 9): “Bendy and the Ink Machine® is a first-person horror-action puzzle game that commences in the bygone era of animation and culminates in a foreboding future.”

• Eyes: The Horror Game (May 9): “Just know, this place probably wasn’t a great decision. You will need courage and resolve to uncover all the secrets concealed in the shadows. Best of luck, as you’ll definitely require it.”

• Sir Whoopass (May 9): “This game is filled with puns, dad jokes, flappy-bird-like arcade mini-games, breaking the fourth wall, and commentary aimed at overly serious RPGs.”

• Spiritfall (May 9): “Spiritfall merges intense Platform Fighter combat, fluid movement, and Roguelite elements into a captivating experience! Traverse perilous landscapes, execute lethal combos to defend against swarms of foes, and harness an evolving array of abilities through a procedurally generated map.”

• Undivine (May 9): “Undivine is a dark metroidvania infused with RPG elements that will test your valor and intellect. Enter a realm cloaked in secrets and desolation, where danger and ancient mysteries lurk at every corner.”

• What Comes After (May 9): “What Comes After is a side-scrolling adventure and an uplifting tale about learning to love yourself. Aid Vivi on her train journey to the afterlife and beyond.”

Xbox Game Pass Offerings

• Dredge (May 6)
• Revenge of the Savage Planet (May 8)

Will you be trying any of these Xbox games next week? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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