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Next Week on XBOX: New Games for October 19 to 23
This weekly feature highlights new games launching on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between October 19 and 23. Titles include Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE, Shoresy: Legends of the North, and numerous other indie and genre titles.
PlayStation 5 Adventure Game Like Beloved Nintendo Exclusive Announced
Wired Productions and Glee-Cheese have announced Mr. Records, a new PlayStation 5 adventure game that blends rhythm gameplay with record shop management. The title, which draws comparisons to the Nintendo 3DS exclusive HarmoKnight, will feature over 40 levels and 49 original songs. A demo is planned for PC players ahead of Steam Next Fest, with the game also slated for release on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Review | TheXboxHub
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault offers an engaging blend of shop management and action RPG combat, building upon the foundation of its predecessor with a shift to 3D visuals and new mechanics. Despite its enjoyable moment-to-moment gameplay and satisfying progression systems, the game is significantly hampered by numerous technical issues including freezes, crashes, and bugs, making the overall experience far from painless.
Recension – Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault offers an addictive loop of dungeon crawling and shop management, drawing inspiration from Hades. While combat is familiar, the game shines with its smart inventory system and the rewarding experience of optimizing a store. The isometric perspective and modern visuals are well-suited to the gameplay, making it a compelling experience despite some desire for deeper shop mechanics.
Moonlighter 2 Feels Like An Entirely Different Game, For Better And Worse
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault significantly rethinks the original game's formula, introducing a new 3D art style, isometric roguelike dungeons, and a complex inventory puzzle system. While these changes make it feel like a distinct experience rather than a direct sequel, they may alienate players who preferred the original's focus on action-RPG and shopkeeping elements.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Is Now Open On Xbox, Game Pass And More!
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault has officially launched on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, also joining Xbox and PC Game Pass. The sequel expands on the original's shop management and dungeon crawling gameplay with new combat options, an expanded shop, and a challenging post-game Endless Vault mode.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Review – Money never sleeps
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault successfully evolves its predecessor's dungeon-crawling and shop management loop with a jump to 3D graphics and new roguelike mechanics. While the core gameplay is engaging, the limited variety in its three regions and procedurally generated levels can lead to repetition over its extended length.
Miracle Bullet – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Miracle Bullet, a strategy roguelite featuring shop management and cooking elements, is currently in an open beta. Players take on the role of a wizard running a junk store and restaurant to pay off a massive debt, engaging in turn-based battles and managing their business to avoid bankruptcy.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault gets a 1.0 date and demo as the original goes temporarily free
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault will launch on September 2nd, exiting early access with a 1.0 release. The sequel introduces new weapons, shop upgrades, a hardcore difficulty mode, and the final Endless Vault. Additionally, the original Moonlighter is available for free on PC until August 9th.
How Real Houseplant Horticulture Inspired Leafy Corner
Leafy Corner, a cozy shop management game inspired by real-life houseplants and horticulture, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. Developed by a husband-and-wife team, the game allows players to grow, care for, and sell over 100 unique plants, discover variegations, and decorate their shop.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 27 to 31
Xbox has announced a slate of new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between July 27th and July 31st. Titles include remakes like Halo: Campaign Evolved, new adventures such as Dispatch and Mistfall Hunter, and various other genres like city builders, RPGs, and puzzle games.
Gemporium: A Cute Mining Sim unearths a free update and new DLC on August 6!
Merge Conflict Studio announced that Gemporium: A Cute Mining Sim will receive a free anniversary update and a new paid DLC, Amber & Amulets, on August 6 for PC via Steam. The free update adds The Bazaar with new characters and cosmetics, while the DLC introduces a new mine layer, amber panning, and a story inspired by Scottish folklore. The studio also emphasized their commitment to not using generative AI in development.
Blackwood Brings John Wick-Like Action to an Indie Double-Life Story
Blackwood is an upcoming indie action game where players control Anton Blackwood, a DVD store worker who secretly acts as a double agent. The game blends ordinary day job management with dangerous secret missions, featuring stylish combat and cinematic action inspired by the John Wick films. It is available to wishlist on Steam.
