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The World Cup Is On – But Do You Really Know About Soccer?
Afil Games has released "Do You Really Know About Soccer?", a new trivia game focused on football knowledge, available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC for £4.19. The game challenges players to climb a virtual tower by answering increasingly difficult football-related questions, serving as a companion to the ongoing World Cup and other football titles like EA Sports FC 26 and eFootball.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for June 15 to 19
This article provides a weekly roundup of new games releasing on Xbox platforms, including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, between June 15 and 19. It highlights titles like UFC 6, Junkster, and The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, noting their availability on Game Pass and optimization for current-gen consoles.
Beetle Shock Review | TheXboxHub
Beetle Shock is a budget platformer for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC that centers around a unique ground-pounding mechanic. While the controls are responsive and the game offers some enjoyable moments, the repetition across its 30 levels prevents it from being a standout recommendation. Despite its flaws, it provides a cheap and smooth gaming experience.
Ground Pound Your Way Through Beetle Shock
Beetle Shock, a new budget-friendly platformer from Afil Games, is now available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Players control a beetle with a ground pound ability to navigate 30 levels, collect hidden fireflies, and reach the insect house. The game features straightforward mechanics and family-friendly challenges.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for June 8 to 12
This article details upcoming game releases for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between June 8 and June 12. Several titles will also be available on Game Pass, including Solarpunk, Beastro, Frog Sqwad, STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions, and Bellwright. Other notable releases include EA SPORTS UFC 6, NBA THE RUN, and Beatdown City Survivors.
Sands and Relics Review | TheXboxHub
Sands and Relics is an inventive floor-is-lava puzzle game from Afil Games, eschewing the typical sokoban style. Players control a treasure hunter who must step on every square of a disintegrating grid to reach a chest, with added complexity from harder sand squares and portals. While praised for its unique mechanics and challenge, the game is criticized for its short length of thirty levels and the late introduction of its most engaging mechanics.
Don’t Trust The Ground Beneath Your Feet In Sands and Relics
Sands and Relics, a puzzle game from Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and PlayStation for £4.19. The game challenges players to navigate desert ruins where the ground disappears with each step, requiring careful planning. While the core concept is engaging, the review suggests the game could have pushed its mechanics further and that puzzles rarely become truly difficult.
Embrace The Musical Buzz In To Bee Jazz On Xbox
Afil Games has released To Bee Jazz, a merge-puzzle game with a musical theme, on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. The game challenges players to merge bees to create a jazz ensemble, featuring both a Campaign Mode with objectives and an Endless Mode for high scores.
Zoo Orbs Safari Review | TheXboxHub
Zoo Orbs Safari is a disappointing sequel to the original merge-puzzle game, Zoo Orbs, offering a less engaging experience with simplified missions and fewer levels. Despite a safari theme and split-screen multiplayer, the game suffers from a lack of innovation and is considered a step down from its predecessor, making it primarily of interest to achievement hunters.
Nintendo Download: 28th May (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America features a wide array of new games for the Nintendo Switch eShop. Titles include "Mina The Hollower," "Bluey’s Quest For The Gold Pen," "eFootball Kick-Off!," and "FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH," among many others across various genres. Demos and free trials are also available for select titles.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for June 1 to 5
Xbox announces new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between June 1 and June 5. Titles include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, The 7th Guest Remake, Gothic 1 Remake, and many more indie and AA releases across various genres.
Nintendo Download: 21st May (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a variety of new games to the eShop, including "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book," "Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Edition," and "Coffee Talk Tokyo." Other notable releases include "Bubsy 4D," "FZ: Formation Z," and "R-Type Dimensions III," alongside numerous indie titles across various genres.
Habitat Shapes: The Tropical Journey Is Available Now
Afil Games has released Habitat Shapes: The Tropical Journey, a relaxed shape-fitting puzzle game featuring adorable animals and tropical biomes. Available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC for £4.19, the game expands on the original Habitat Shapes with 30 new puzzle stages across three biomes, focusing on a calm, low-pressure experience with no timers or fail states.
Snack and Quack: Duckling Steps Waddles Onto Xbox And PC
Snack and Quack: Duckling Steps, a new puzzle game from Afil Games, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The game features 30 Sokoban-style levels where players guide ducklings to bread. It is available for £4.19 per version.
Golem Lights Review | TheXboxHub
Golem Lights offers an inspired take on the light-beam puzzle genre by incorporating a fog of war mechanic, requiring players to first discover hidden lenses before solving the puzzle. While the core concept is engaging and novel, the game struggles with longevity, with puzzles becoming repetitive around the 20-level mark. Despite its potential, Golem Lights doesn't quite maintain its initial momentum, though it shows promise for future iterations.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for May 11 to 15
Xbox announces a lineup of new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between May 11 and May 15, with many titles also available on Game Pass. The releases span various genres including survival, puzzle, horror, and action RPGs, with developers like Unknown Worlds Entertainment, Supermassive Games, and BlackMill Games featured.
Noodlebound Serves Up Fast-Paced Ramen Samurai Action On Xbox, PlayStation And PC
Noodlebound, a fast-paced action platformer from Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and PlayStation for £4.19. The game features a ramen samurai battling living food ingredients across 30 stages, including dedicated boss fights.
Magic Sheep Review | TheXboxHub
Magic Sheep is a slow-paced puzzle adventure game from Afil Games where players push barrels onto pedestals. The review criticizes the repetitive gameplay, stagnant level design, and lack of innovation, noting that while it includes minor quality-of-life features like rewind and restart, it ultimately feels like a barebones experience. The game is available on Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC.
Golem Lights Illuminates Xbox, PlayStation And PC
Golem Lights is a new mirror-twisting puzzle game from Afil Games, available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PlayStation. Players use the Mage Golem to illuminate paths and awaken other golems across 60 levels. The game offers a relaxed puzzle experience with no time limits, focusing on logic and experimentation.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for May 4 to 8
This weekly feature highlights new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between May 4 and May 8. The list includes titles such as Mixtape, Wax Heads, Axe Cop, and many more, with details on their release dates and platform availability.
