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Microsoft Reveals Xbox Game Launches for This Week

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Microsoft Reveals Xbox Game Launches for This Week
02 Feb 2026
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News Synopsis

Microsoft has officially revealed the list of new games launching on Xbox platforms this week, covering Xbox Series X and Series S, Xbox One, PC, Game Pass, and Xbox Play Anywhere titles.

The upcoming slate features a diverse mix of RPGs, anime-based fighters, puzzle games, tactical strategy titles, and indie adventures, with releases scheduled between February 2 and February 6. The lineup includes both reimagined classics and brand-new experiences optimised for next-generation Xbox hardware.

Major Xbox Game Releases This Week

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined – February 4

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined arrives on February 4, delivering a refreshed version of the classic RPG for Xbox players. The game follows a young fisherman’s son from the island of Estard, whose life changes after discovering the Shrine of Mysteries and uncovering a world fractured by a dark force.

The reimagined edition features:

  • Diorama-style visuals

  • Refined gameplay systems

  • A streamlined narrative

It is optimised for Xbox Series X and S and includes Xbox Play Anywhere support.

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice – February 5

Launching on February 5, My Hero Academia: All’s Justice is a 3D arena fighting game based on the popular anime franchise. The game showcases characters in their latest forms and introduces a refined combat system.

Players can explore multiple modes, including original scenario-based team missions, where they step into the role of a U.A. High Class 1-A student. The title is optimised for Xbox Series X and S.

Carmageddon: Rogue Shift – February 6

Carmageddon: Rogue Shift launches on February 6, reimagining the franchise’s trademark vehicular combat into a fast-paced roguelite experience.

Key features include:

  • A run-based progression loop

  • New drivers taking over after vehicle destruction

  • Permanent upgrades unlocked between runs

The game is optimised for Xbox Series X and S.

Indie and Puzzle Games Launching This Week

Hidden Cats in Christmas – February 4

Releasing on February 4, Hidden Cats in Christmas takes players to a festive park filled with over 900 hidden kittens and characters across hand-drawn scenes. As players find cats, the environment gradually fills with colour.

The game includes bonus stages, community-submitted cat photos, and Xbox Play Anywhere support.

Lovish – February 4

Lovish arrives on February 4 as an 8-bit-style action-adventure game built around short, fast-paced rooms. Players battle monsters, collect items, and navigate unpredictable events inside the Devil Lord’s castle.

New Yankee: Through the History Mirror Collector’s Edition – February 4

Launching on February 4, this Collector’s Edition follows John and Mary through parallel adventures across time and space. Players manage resources, complete quests, and explore enchanted locations while uncovering the mystery behind their missing companions.

Tiny Biomes – February 4

Tiny Biomes releases on February 4 as a tile-rotation puzzle game where players restore balance across forest, volcano, and winter environments.

The game features:

  • 50 levels per biome

  • Relaxed pacing with increasing difficulty

It supports Xbox Series X and S, Smart Delivery, and Xbox Play Anywhere.

RPG and Strategy Titles Arriving on Xbox

Dragon Spira – February 5

Launching on February 5, Dragon Spira is a pixel-art RPG with turn-based combat and a board game-style progression system.

Players can:

  • Customise job classes

  • Unlock skills

  • Raise a Spirit Beast companion

The game supports Xbox Series X and S and Xbox Play Anywhere.

Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass – February 5

Releasing on February 5, Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass is a 16-bit-inspired RPG set within the dream world of an eight-year-old boy. The game blends classic turn-based RPG mechanics with surreal storytelling and psychological themes. It is optimised for Xbox Series X and S.

Menace (Game Preview) – February 5

Menace enters Game Preview on February 5 as a tactical strategy game set in a lawless star system. Players command a strike force, manage units and equipment, and engage in large-scale battles featuring infantry, vehicles, and walkers.

Adventure and Action Games Closing the Week

Sora – Winds of the Jungle – February 5

Sora – Winds of the Jungle launches on February 5, offering a relaxed aerial adventure where players control a parrot flying through tropical environments.

The game focuses on:

  • Exploration

  • Flock-based navigation

  • Smooth flight mechanics

It is optimised for Xbox Series X and S.

Car Cops – February 6

Arriving on February 6, Car Cops places players in the role of a patrol officer responding to suspicious vehicles and roadside incidents. Each encounter can escalate into high-speed chases or criminal investigations. The game supports Xbox Play Anywhere.

Dark Quest: Remastered – February 6

Dark Quest: Remastered launches on February 6 as a grid-based tactical RPG. Players assemble a party of heroes, explore dungeons, and engage in turn-based combat with a focus on strategy and classic fantasy elements.

Un.Key – February 6

Releasing on February 6, Un.Key is a minimalist precision platformer where players guide a rotating key through trap-filled levels. The game emphasises tight controls and timing-based challenges and is optimised for Xbox Series X and S, Smart Delivery, and handheld support.