The Best Xbox Series X|S 2024

1. Lost Judgment, Sega, Xbox One X, Xbox Series X, [Physical], 010086642070

December 2021, Tokyo district court. Akihiro Ehara stands accused of groping a woman on a crowded train. A bystander’s video footage of his attempt to flee the scene and subsequent apprehension is all over the news, and public outcry demands a maximum sentence. “Three days ago, a dead body was found in an abandoned building in Yokohama. Have you identified it yet?” he proclaims as confusion cuts through the court room. His defense lawyer, Saori Shirosaki, has no doubt that crucial details of the situation have been overlooked, as Ehara was not even tried for the murder. She contacts detective Takayuki Yagami to investigate this further. How could Ehara have committed two crimes at once? Was the sexual battery just a cover up? Has Ehara gamed the entire justice system? As victimssurface and Yagami digs farther into the truth, he is faced with a question: Defend the law, or enact justice

Lost Judgment, Sega, Xbox One X, Xbox Series X, [Physical], 010086642070 Put Yagami’s distinct martial arts forms to the test in order get to the bottom of the case. Harness the Crane, Tiger, and new Snake stance, a graceful style that can deflect and return an opponent’s strikes, using their energy against them Employ Yagami’s arsenal of detective tricks with new gadgets, stealthily tracking suspects, and crafty methods of infiltration. Leave no stone unturned in pursuit of the truth as you take on cases in both Tokyo and Yokohama

2. Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition, Capcom, Xbox Series X/Xbox One

Devil May Cry 5 is back, and now upgraded for next-generation consoles! Several years after the Order of the Sword incident, a new demonic threat has invaded our world. It's up to the legendary devil hunters Dante and Nero to stop it, with the newcomer V joining forces with them. These three men's fates are tied together in mysterious and surprising ways. In Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition, blistering speed meets impeccable control for an incredibly tight gameplay experience as you work your way through the thrilling story. This optimized version of the original release represents the pinnacle of stylish action and was recognized with numerous game awards! Not enough You'll also hear the action unfold around you with incredible 3D sound, and loading times go by in a blink to keep the thrills coming. All of this with even more intense new modes so you can push your style to the max.

Blood Burns with a Blue Flame as Vergil Joins the Fight! Dante's twin brother and longtime rival Vergil is now available as a playable character. Take this new challenger through both the Vergil Mode and the challenging Bloody Palace! Powered up for the next-generation of gaming hardware. Fine-tune your experience with gorgeous and photorealistic lighting effects using ray-tracing, the highest resolution possible, or the smoothest framerates the series has ever offered. New gameplay modes made possible by the increased processing power: Turbo Mode ramps up the gameplay speed, and Legendary Dark Knight Mode, which throws more demons at you than ever before.

3. Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 Launch Edition - Xbox Series X, Xbox One

Just Announced, More Information Coming Soon

Japan’s beloved puzzle game series Puyo Puyo and the world-renowned Tetris® game franchise have teamed up again to deliver even more Puyo-popping and Tetrimino-clearing fun in Puyo Puyo Tetris 2. Playing is easy: match 4 or more same-colored Puyos or complete a line of blocks to clear them from your board and dump Garbage into your opponent’s game. But keep an eye on what’s coming your way too. Play traditional Puyo Puyo and Tetris…or mix them together to level up your game. Offline or online, you’ll have loads of modes that let you play the way you want from single-player Adventure to couch-competition Versus to ranked Online matches, and more.

4. Sonic Colors Ultimate - Xbox Series X

Just Announced, More Information Coming Soon

Join Sonic in the high-speed adventure of a lifetime! The evil Dr. Eggman has built a gigantic interstellar amusement park bursting with incredible rides and colorful attractions – but he’s powering it with a captured alien race called “Wisps.” Use Sonic’s lightning speed to free the Wisps and learn the secrets of their amazing powers as you explore six unique colorful worlds, each filled with dangerous enemies and hurdles to overcome. Now with stunning upscaled visuals, additional features, a new game mode and enhanced gameplay - it’s the Ultimate Sonic Colors experience. Sonic will be tested on this exciting journey to free the Wisps - but with their help, and yours, it’s a test he’ll pass with flying Colors!

5. Demon Slayer - Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles - Xbox Series X

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It is the Taisho Period in Japan. Tanjiro, a kindhearted boy who sells charcoal for a living, finds his family slaughtered by a demon. To make matters worse, his younger sister Nezuko, the sole survivor, has been transformed into a demon herself. Though devastated by this grim reality, Tanjiro resolves to become a “demon slayer” so that he can turn his sister back into a human and kill the demon that massacred his family. A sorrowful tale of siblings in which the fates of humans and demons intertwine… begins now!

6. Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania - Xbox Series X

Go Bananas with your favorite monkey gang in the ultimate Super Monkey Ball adventure! Roll through wondrous worlds with AiAi and friends as you race to stop monkey mad scientist Dr. Bad-Boon from blowing up Jungle Island! Join the all-star monkey team of AiAi, MeeMee, GonGon, Baby, YanYan and Doctor as you bounce, tilt, and roll your way across hundreds of delightfully crafted levels and mazes. It’s monkey business for the gang — play solo or with friends as you take down Dr. Bad-Boon and steal back your beloved bananas!

Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania - Xbox Series X Go Bananas with 12 fun minigames including Monkey Racing, Monkey Soccer, Monkey Bowling, Monkey Baseball and much more Challenge your friends as you compete for top banana on the online leaderboards Assemble your all-star monkey team of up to 4 friends and work together to save Jungle Island with 4-player local co-op Immerse yourself in the Super Monkey Ball world with creative comic book-style story telling in Story Mode Want to be the coolest monkey on the block? Customize your character and Super Monkey Ball to make it your own

7. Two Point Campus Enrollment Launch Edition - Xbox Series X

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8. Sonic Colors Ultimate, Xbox One

Join Sonic in the high-speed adventure of a lifetime! The evil Dr. Eggman has built a gigantic interstellar amusement park bursting with incredible rides and colorful attractions but he’s powering it with a captured alien race called “Wisps.” Use Sonic’s lightning speed to free the Wisps and learn the secrets of their amazing powers as you explore six unique colorful worlds, each filled with dangerous enemies and hurdles to overcome. Now with stunning upscaled visuals, additional features, a new game mode and enhanced gameplay - it’s the Ultimate Sonic Colors experience. Sonic will be tested on this exciting journey to free the Wisps - but with their help, and yours, it’s a test he’ll pass with flying Colors!

Sonic Colors Ultimate, Sega SONIC SPEED AND NON-STOP ACTION: Accelerate to adrenaline-pumping super speed, zoom across challenging worlds, and maneuver through hazardous obstacles. Time your attacks perfectly to charge your boost and reach Super Sonic speeds INTERSTELLAR AMUSEMENT PARK: Explore and adventure through immersive environments, like a Sweet Mountain filled with delightful sweets or an Aquarium Park filled with sea life and countless pools - all centered around a mysterious astro-amusement park WISP POWER-UPS: Transform Sonic by harnessing the magnificent alien power of Wisps to defeat enemies and discover the secrets of the Interstellar Amusement Park. Pass through solid objects and discover alternate paths using the new Jade Ghost Wisp BETTER THAN EVER: Compatible with next-gen consoles and now more colourful than ever with enhanced visuals and graphics (4K on PS4 and XB1), Ulta-Smooth 60 frames per second performance on PS4 and XB1, refined controls, and many more gameplay upgrades ‘RIVAL RUSH’ MODE: Put your skills to the test and go head-to-head with Metal Sonic. Break records and win to unlock rewards Sonic Colors Ultimate, Sega SONIC SPEED AND NON-STOP ACTION: Accelerate to adrenaline-pumping super speed, zoom across challenging worlds, and maneuver through hazardous obstacles. Time your attacks perfectly to charge your boost and reach Super Sonic speeds INTERSTELLAR AMUSEMENT PARK: Explore and adventure through immersive environments, like a Sweet Mountain filled with delightful sweets or an Aquarium Park filled with sea life and countless pools - all centered around a mysterious astro-amusement park WISP POWER-UPS: Transform Sonic by harnessing the magnificent alien power of Wisps to defeat enemies and discover the secrets of the Interstellar Amusement Park. Pass through solid objects and discover alternate paths using the new Jade Ghost Wisp BETTER THAN EVER: Compatible with next-gen consoles and now more colourful than ever with enhanced visuals and graphics (4K on PS4 and XB1), Ulta-Smooth 60 frames per second performance on PS4 and XB1, refined controls, and many more gameplay upgrades ‘RIVAL RUSH’ MODE: Put your skills to the test and go head-to-head with Metal Sonic. Break records and win to unlock rewards Sonic Colors Ultimate, Sega SONIC SPEED AND NON-STOP ACTION: Accelerate to adrenaline-pumping super speed, zoom across challenging worlds, and maneuver through hazardous obstacles. Time your attacks perfectly to charge your boost and reach Super Sonic speeds INTERSTELLAR AMUSEMENT PARK: Explore and adventure through immersive environments, like a Sweet Mountain filled with delightful sweets or an Aquarium Park filled with sea life and countless pools - all centered around a mysterious astro-amusement park WISP POWER-UPS: Transform Sonic by harnessing the magnificent alien power of Wisps to defeat enemies and discover the secrets of the Interstellar Amusement Park. Pass through solid objects and discover alternate paths using the new Jade Ghost Wisp BETTER THAN EVER: Compatible with next-gen consoles and now more colourful than ever with enhanced visuals and graphics (4K on PS4 and XB1), Ulta-Smooth 60 frames per second performance on PS4 and XB1, refined controls, and many more gameplay upgrades ‘RIVAL RUSH’ MODE: Put your skills to the test and go head-to-head with Metal Sonic. Break records and win to unlock rewards Sonic Colors Ultimate, Sega SONIC SPEED AND NON-STOP ACTION: Accelerate to adrenaline-pumping super speed, zoom across challenging worlds, and maneuver through hazardous obstacles. Time your attacks perfectly to charge your boost and reach Super Sonic speeds INTERSTELLAR AMUSEMENT PARK: Explore and adventure through immersive environments, like a Sweet Mountain filled with delightful sweets or an Aquarium Park filled with sea life and countless pools - all centered around a mysterious astro-amusement park WISP POWER-UPS: Transform Sonic by harnessing the magnificent alien power of Wisps to defeat enemies and discover the secrets of the Interstellar Amusement Park. Pass through solid objects and discover alternate paths using the new Jade Ghost Wisp BETTER THAN EVER: Compatible with next-gen consoles and now more colourful than ever with enhanced visuals and graphics (4K on PS4 and XB1), Ulta-Smooth 60 frames per second performance on PS4 and XB1, refined controls, and many more gameplay upgrades ‘RIVAL RUSH’ MODE: Put your skills to the test and go head-to-head with Metal Sonic. Break records and win to unlock rewards Sonic Colors Ultimate, Sega SONIC SPEED AND NON-STOP ACTION: Accelerate to adrenaline-pumping super speed, zoom across challenging worlds, and maneuver through hazardous obstacles. Time your attacks perfectly to charge your boost and reach Super Sonic speeds INTERSTELLAR AMUSEMENT PARK: Explore and adventure through immersive environments, like a Sweet Mountain filled with delightful sweets or an Aquarium Park filled with sea life and countless pools - all centered around a mysterious astro-amusement park WISP POWER-UPS: Transform Sonic by harnessing the magnificent alien power of Wisps to defeat enemies and discover the secrets of the Interstellar Amusement Park. Pass through solid objects and discover alternate paths using the new Jade Ghost Wisp BETTER THAN EVER: Compatible with next-gen consoles and now more colourful than ever with enhanced visuals and graphics (4K on PS4 and XB1), Ulta-Smooth 60 frames per second performance on PS4 and XB1, refined controls, and many more gameplay upgrades ‘RIVAL RUSH’ MODE: Put your skills to the test and go head-to-head with Metal Sonic. Break records and win to unlock rewards Sonic Colors Ultimate, Sega SONIC SPEED AND NON-STOP ACTION: Accelerate to adrenaline-pumping super speed, zoom across challenging worlds, and maneuver through hazardous obstacles. Time your attacks perfectly to charge your boost and reach Super Sonic speeds INTERSTELLAR AMUSEMENT PARK: Explore and adventure through immersive environments, like a Sweet Mountain filled with delightful sweets or an Aquarium Park filled with sea life and countless pools - all centered around a mysterious astro-amusement park WISP POWER-UPS: Transform Sonic by harnessing the magnificent alien power of Wisps to defeat enemies and discover the secrets of the Interstellar Amusement Park. Pass through solid objects and discover alternate paths using the new Jade Ghost Wisp BETTER THAN EVER: Compatible with next-gen consoles and now more colourful than ever with enhanced visuals and graphics (4K on PS4 and XB1), Ulta-Smooth 60 frames per second performance on PS4 and XB1, refined controls, and many more gameplay upgrades ‘RIVAL RUSH’ MODE: Put your skills to the test and go head-to-head with Metal Sonic. Break records and win to unlock rewards Sonic Colors Ultimate, Sega SONIC SPEED AND NON-STOP ACTION: Accelerate to adrenaline-pumping super speed, zoom across challenging worlds, and maneuver through hazardous obstacles. Time your attacks perfectly to charge your boost and reach Super Sonic speeds INTERSTELLAR AMUSEMENT PARK: Explore and adventure through immersive environments, like a Sweet Mountain filled with delightful sweets or an Aquarium Park filled with sea life and countless pools - all centered around a mysterious astro-amusement park WISP POWER-UPS: Transform Sonic by harnessing the magnificent alien power of Wisps to defeat enemies and discover the secrets of the Interstellar Amusement Park. Pass through solid objects and discover alternate paths using the new Jade Ghost Wisp BETTER THAN EVER: Compatible with next-gen consoles and now more colourful than ever with enhanced visuals and graphics (4K on PS4 and XB1), Ulta-Smooth 60 frames per second performance on PS4 and XB1, refined controls, and many more gameplay upgrades ‘RIVAL RUSH’ MODE: Put your skills to the test and go head-to-head with Metal Sonic. Break records and win to unlock rewards Sonic Colors Ultimate, Sega SONIC SPEED AND NON-STOP ACTION: Accelerate to adrenaline-pumping super speed, zoom across challenging worlds, and maneuver through hazardous obstacles. Time your attacks perfectly to charge your boost and reach Super Sonic speeds INTERSTELLAR AMUSEMENT PARK: Explore and adventure through immersive environments, like a Sweet Mountain filled with delightful sweets or an Aquarium Park filled with sea life and countless pools - all centered around a mysterious astro-amusement park WISP POWER-UPS: Transform Sonic by harnessing the magnificent alien power of Wisps to defeat enemies and discover the secrets of the Interstellar Amusement Park. Pass through solid objects and discover alternate paths using the new Jade Ghost Wisp BETTER THAN EVER: Compatible with next-gen consoles and now more colourful than ever with enhanced visuals and graphics (4K on PS4 and XB1), Ulta-Smooth 60 frames per second performance on PS4 and XB1, refined controls, and many more gameplay upgrades ‘RIVAL RUSH’ MODE: Put your skills to the test and go head-to-head with Metal Sonic. Break records and win to unlock rewards Sonic Colors Ultimate, Sega SONIC SPEED AND NON-STOP ACTION: Accelerate to adrenaline-pumping super speed, zoom across challenging worlds, and maneuver through hazardous obstacles. Time your attacks perfectly to charge your boost and reach Super Sonic speeds INTERSTELLAR AMUSEMENT PARK: Explore and adventure through immersive environments, like a Sweet Mountain filled with delightful sweets or an Aquarium Park filled with sea life and countless pools - all centered around a mysterious astro-amusement park WISP POWER-UPS: Transform Sonic by harnessing the magnificent alien power of Wisps to defeat enemies and discover the secrets of the Interstellar Amusement Park. Pass through solid objects and discover alternate paths using the new Jade Ghost Wisp BETTER THAN EVER: Compatible with next-gen consoles and now more colourful than ever with enhanced visuals and graphics (4K on PS4 and XB1), Ulta-Smooth 60 frames per second performance on PS4 and XB1, refined controls, and many more gameplay upgrades ‘RIVAL RUSH’ MODE: Put your skills to the test and go head-to-head with Metal Sonic. Break records and win to unlock rewards

9. Resident Evil Village, Xbox One, Xbox Series X

Experience survival horror like never before in Resident Evil Village. Elevate each desperate fight to survive by showcasing the most realistic and terrifying graphics to date. The all-new title is the eighth major installment in the storied Resident Evil franchise, which established the survival horror genre nearly 25 years ago. The title is currently in development using Capcom’s proprietary RE Engine, used to create vivid gameplay experiences in hit titles such as Resident Evil 7 biohazard, Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, and Devil May Cry 5. With hyper-detailed graphics, intense first-person action and masterful storytelling, the terror has never felt more realistic and inescapable. Set a few years after the horrifying events in the critically acclaimed Resident Evil 7 biohazard, the all-new storyline begins with Ethan Winters and his wife Mia living peacefully in a new location, free from their past nightmares. Just as they are building their new life together, tragedy befalls them once again. Chris Redfield, the legendary hero from the Resident Evil series, is reacquainted with the couple and horribly disrupts their life, spiraling Ethan into chaos. A devastated Ethan finds himself in a remote snow-capped village seeking answers after being thrown into an entirely new nightmare.

Resident Evil Village, Capcom, Xbox One, Xbox Series X [Physical], 013388570010 All New Resident Evil Experience Picking up where Resident Evil 7 biohazard left off, Resident Evil Village is the eighth major installment in the flagship Resident Evil series. The game sees the reunited Ethan and Mia Winters living happily together and putting their shared nightmares of the Baker’s plantation behind them until their life is upended and Ethan becomes the focal point of a new nightmare. Next Generation Technology RE Engine paired with next-gen console power will deliver photorealistic graphics, bringing the shadowy village and its haunting residents to life. Resident Evil Village will showcase the most realistic survival horror experience to date. First-Person Action Players will assume the role of Ethan Winters and experience every up-close battle and terrifying pursuit through a first-person perspective. Resident Evil Village, Capcom, Xbox One, Xbox Series X [Physical], 013388570010 All New Resident Evil Experience Picking up where Resident Evil 7 biohazard left off, Resident Evil Village is the eighth major installment in the flagship Resident Evil series. The game sees the reunited Ethan and Mia Winters living happily together and putting their shared nightmares of the Baker’s plantation behind them until their life is upended and Ethan becomes the focal point of a new nightmare. Next Generation Technology RE Engine paired with next-gen console power will deliver photorealistic graphics, bringing the shadowy village and its haunting residents to life. Resident Evil Village will showcase the most realistic survival horror experience to date. First-Person Action Players will assume the role of Ethan Winters and experience every up-close battle and terrifying pursuit through a first-person perspective. Resident Evil Village, Capcom, Xbox One, Xbox Series X [Physical], 013388570010 All New Resident Evil Experience Picking up where Resident Evil 7 biohazard left off, Resident Evil Village is the eighth major installment in the flagship Resident Evil series. The game sees the reunited Ethan and Mia Winters living happily together and putting their shared nightmares of the Baker’s plantation behind them until their life is upended and Ethan becomes the focal point of a new nightmare. Next Generation Technology RE Engine paired with next-gen console power will deliver photorealistic graphics, bringing the shadowy village and its haunting residents to life. Resident Evil Village will showcase the most realistic survival horror experience to date. First-Person Action Players will assume the role of Ethan Winters and experience every up-close battle and terrifying pursuit through a first-person perspective.

10. Judgment, Sega, Xbox One/Series X [Physical]

The Legal Suspense Thriller Returns from the Creators of the Yakuza Series: The action-packed suspense thriller is back on a new generation of hardware. Featuring refined visuals, smooth 60fps gameplay and all previously released DLC, this is the definitive release of the award winning title from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios. Investigate the Seedy Red Light District of Kamurocho: Step into the mind of private detective Takayuki Yagami and utilize innovative investigation systems to uncover the secrets that lie deep within Kamurocho’s corrupt underbelly.

Experience Visceral Combat with Two Unique Combat Styles: Take down groups of thugs with sweeping blows in Crane Style, then switch to Tiger to overwhelm a single foe with a series of powerful strikes. Practice mixing-and-matching styles in combat in conjunction with a wide variety of skills, weapons, and powerful (and hilarious) EX Actions to unlock a whole new dimension in combat. Refined visuals, smooth 60fps gameplay and all previously released DLC, this is the definitive release of the award winning title from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios.