The broadcast of the last Xbox Partner Previewa format used by Microsoft's video game division to present its new titles and update the status of the Development projects most anticipated, has been full of news from the company and from such relevant publishers as SEGA, EA, Square Enix and many more. During the 30 minutes that the broadcast lasted, viewers had the opportunity to anticipate the promising projects that will come to Xbox and Windows. Titles such as 'The Sinking City 2' and 'Creatures of Ava', the release date for 'Frostpunk 2' and 'Final Fantasy XIV Online', more details have been offered about the next 'Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess' and even a preview of 'STALKER Trilogy'. If you missed the broadcast, it's okay, because below you can find all the news from the event.
Final Fantasy XIV – Full Release for Xbox Series X|S
In the foreground, Square Enix presented a trailer for 'Final Fantasy XIV Online', prior to the announcement of its launch on March 21. Also, it was announced that a Starter Edition will be available through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks for a limited time, from March 21 to April 19, 2024. Likewise, you can start playing today with the Open Beta that is now available on Xbox Series X|S.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess – Xbox Game Pass 2024
Capcom was also present at the broadcast and took the opportunity to offer a detailed look at the upcoming 'Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess', a single-player experience set in a Japanese-inspired universe. First revealed in June of last year, it will premiere on the same day as its launch on Game Pass, as well as on Xbox Series X|S and Windows on an unspecified date in 2024.
The Sinking City 2
With a trailer showing parts of the Lovecraftian city of Arkham along with its not very pleasant views, 'The Sinking City 2' was presented to the public. The long-awaited sequel promises to evolve its terrifying foundations as we guide a new character through the iconic city, which is flooding and has uprooted some of its most abominable residents.
Persona 3 Reload: Expansion Pass
SEGA showed off the first details on the 'Persona 3 Reload' 'Expansion Pass' which promises more costumes, background music and extended story content with 'Episode Aigis -The Answer', now remade with new graphics, quality of life features Modernized and all updates. The expansion pack will be available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate users for free as part of the Perks program.
STALKER Legends of the Zone Trilogy is now available on Xbox
As a surprise, GSC Game World has published 'STALKER Legends of the Zone Trilogy' for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. This is a compilation that includes the first three games in the franchise 'Shadow of Chernobyl', 'Clear Sky' and 'Call of Pripyat'. All have been developed from scratch based on their originals, but adapting some elements such as controls, so that players enjoy an updated experience.
Tales of Kenzera: Zau
Surgent Studios and EA Originals showed a preview of the upcoming 'Tales of Kenzera: Zau', in which we can appreciate its beautiful and deceptive lands thanks to a new trailer narrated by Abubakar Salim. The material also highlights how the interchangeable gameplay between the mask of the sun and that of the moon can influence how we will traverse this world. It will be released on April 23, 204 for Xbox Series X|S and Windows.
Roblox – Prepare for the arrival of Chucky
During the event, another of the guests was the RocketRide Games studio, which revealed 'Griefville: Survive the Nightmare!' for 'Roblox'. It describes itself as a “chilling interactive experience”, inspired by classic horror films from the 80s and 90s, with Chucky, the famous Devil Doll at the center of them all. Luckily we won't have to wait to access the content, which is now available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
Creatures of Ava
The guys at Inverge Studios presented their latest project 'Creatures of Ava', where you will learn to understand and tame creatures from the planet Ava, while allowing them to guide you through various ecosystems, in the hopes of saving the planet from an infection. with the potential to consume life.
Monster Jam Showdown
Milestone and Feld Motor Sports will join forces once again to launch 'Monster Jam Showdown', so get ready to take control of the most iconic Monster trucks, such as Megaladon, El Toro Loco and Grave Digger in a new off-road arcade racing experience which apparently will be ready to arrive sometime in 2024.
The Alters
11-bit Studios also shared new materials about its emotional sci-fi game, which promises a unique combination of adventure, survival and base-building elements. As Jan Dolski, you'll play as a simple worker who creates alternate versions of himself in a desperate attempt to escape a planet where even the sun's rays can be deadly.
First Berserker: Khazan
Based on the 'DNF' (Dungeon & Fighter) universe, 'The First Berserker: Khazan' centers on Khazan, a betrayed hero seeking revenge against those who orchestrated his downfall. During the Xbox Partner Preview stream, Nexon provided a look at its fierce gameplay.
Frostpunk 2 – PC Game Pass July 24
11-Bit Studios also showed off new elements of its upcoming survival game, set 30 years after an apocalyptic storm ravages the Earth and transforms it into a frozen wasteland. In 'Frostpunk 2' players must face a new deadly threat: human nature and its insatiable thirst for power. It will arrive on PC Game Pass and Windows on July 24, 2024.
Sleight of Hand
Finally, Riffraff Games presented its next project, 'Sleight of Hand', to the public with an intense cinematic trailer. In this third-person spy action stealth game, players will infiltrate an ancient witch coven using a deck of cursed cards in the city of taboo, where ritual magic and cursed artifacts distinguish those with power from those with power. that they don't have it.