The latest Xbox Partner Preview broadcast just wrapped up, shining a spotlight on third-party studios and their upcoming projects. The 30-minute showcase was packed with world premieres, DLC reveals, and five brand-new game announcements. Perhaps most exciting for players were the three “shadow drops” available to play immediately, along with the confirmation of nine new titles hitting Game Pass Ultimate on day one.
Featuring heavy hitters like IO Interactive, Poncle, THQ Nordic, and Future Friends, the event also emphasized the Xbox Play Anywhere initiative. Every title shown supports the feature, meaning a single digital purchase allows you to play across Xbox consoles and PC seamlessly.
Here is the full breakdown of every major announcement and trailer from the event:
007 First Light
The world of James Bond is synonymous with high-speed chases and cutting-edge gadgetry. 007 First Light intends to honor that legacy with the introduction of the iconic Aston Martin Valhalla. The reveal trailer showcased the state-of-the-art sports coupé, outfitted with “special modifications” (read: heavy weaponry) specifically for 00 agents in the field. This vehicle looks to be a crucial companion for a younger Bond’s operations. The game is scheduled for release on March 27, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Armatus
Counterplay Games revealed the world premiere of Armatus, a third-person roguelite shooter. The trailer set the stage with “The Vanishing,” a mysterious cataclysm that has brought about the end of the world. Players will control a masked warrior summoned to battle demonic horrors amidst the ruins of Paris. With a striking gothic horror aesthetic and a mysterious narrative, Armatus is one to watch. It launches in 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.
CloverPit
CloverPit offers a unique roguelite experience where you are quite literally gambling for your life. Trapped in a room with nothing but a slot machine and an ATM, you must spin to pay off your debts and avoid being dropped through a trapdoor into the abyss. With bizarre prizes and items that trigger massive combos, every run promises a different outcome. The biggest surprise? The game is available today. You can play CloverPit right now on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Cloud, and via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Crowsworn
Blending fluid combat mechanics with tight platforming, Crowsworn is a stylish action game that demands attention. The world of Fearanndal is under a terrible curse, requiring players to fight through hordes of monsters to unravel the mysteries of these forsaken lands. This visually stunning Metroidvania focuses on exploration, secrets, and ability upgrades. Crowsworn is coming to Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud, and will be a day-one addition to Game Pass Ultimate.
Dave The Diver + In The Jungle DLC
The wait is over—Dave the Diver has officially landed on Xbox today. Xbox Series X|S and PC players can finally dive into this acclaimed deep-sea RPG, exploring the Blue Hole by day and running a successful sushi restaurant by night. Additionally, we got a first look at the “In The Jungle” DLC, which takes Dave onto dry land to explore jungle settlements and battle a massive crocodile. The base game is available now (including on Game Pass), with the DLC slated for early 2026.
Echo Generation 2
Developer Cococumber announced the sequel to their voxel adventure hit, Echo Generation. Echo Generation 2 retains the spooky, supernatural atmosphere of the original while introducing explosive turn-based combat against cosmic horrors and rampaging robots. Heavily inspired by 80s and 90s action cinema, the game features charming details like a Gremlins-esque combat companion. It is coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, PC, Cloud, and Xbox Game Pass.
Erosion
Erosion is an isometric action game set in a stylish, Wild West-themed voxel world with a fascinating twist: the passage of time. When you die, you respawn 10 years later. The world changes, characters age, and the landscape evolves, creating a sense of urgency to find what you are looking for. Erosion will launch in Spring 2026 via Xbox Game Preview on PC before coming to consoles, and it will be on Game Pass day one.
Hitman World of Assassination
The next “Elusive Target” mission for Hitman World of Assassination is embracing a truly wild concept. Agent 47 has been tasked by none other than rapper Eminem to hunt down his alter ego, Slim Shady. In this universe, the younger Slim Shady has manifested as a separate, violent entity. The real Eminem, fearing his creation is coming for him, has hired 47 to solve the problem.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu
Drawing heavy inspiration from the Lovecraftian mythos, this co-op horror game follows a team of explorers venturing into uncanny territory. The trailer for The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu depicted a mysterious coastline surrounded by dangerous jungles and incomprehensible supernatural forces. Players must work together to survive and uncover treasures in an environment where the perception of reality is constantly shifting. It is set to launch in Summer 2026 for Xbox Series X|S.
Raji: Kaliyuga
The award-winning indie action-adventure Raji: An Ancient Epic is officially getting a sequel. Raji: Kaliyuga takes place six years after the first game, expanding the scope from a mortal war to a cosmic struggle involving gods, asuras, and mystical forces. Controlling both Raji and her brother Darsh, the game makes a bold transition from the isometric view of the original to a full third-person action-adventure perspective. It will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud, launching day one on Game Pass.
Reanimal
From the creators of Little Nightmares comes Reanimal, a dark and atmospheric co-op horror title. You play as a brother and sister attempting to rescue their missing friends and escape their home, which has been overrun by terrifying creatures. The new trailer highlighted various zones of this nightmarish world and showcased survival mechanics. While the full game launches in February 2026, a demo is available to play today.
Roadside Research
If you have ever wanted to roleplay as an alien undercover at a rural gas station, Roadside Research is the game for you. This comedy-focused co-op simulation tasks players with running a shop and stocking shelves while secretly conducting research on human customers to gather intelligence. However, arouse too much suspicion, and government agents will arrive to compromise your mission. Expect it in Q1 2026 on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud, launching day one on Game Pass.
Tides of Annihilation
Inspired by Arthurian legend, Tides of Annihilation is a fantasy action-adventure that debuted an impressive gameplay trailer. The footage showed protagonist Gwendolyn battling a massive winged entity, utilizing a mechanic that allows her to shift between different realities to gain a tactical advantage. The fast-paced combat system, punctuated by cinematic moments, looks promising. It is currently in development for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud.
Total Chaos
From the creator of Turbo Overkill comes Total Chaos, a first-person survival horror game filled with mysteries to solve and monsters to kill (or flee from). Scavenge for materials to craft makeshift weapons and uncover a nightmarish story in a gritty, unsettling world. In a welcome surprise, the game is available today across Xbox Series X|S, PC, Cloud, and Game Pass Ultimate.
Vampire Crawlers
Poncle, the creator of Vampire Survivors, is taking their chaotic signature style to the first-person dungeon crawler genre with Vampire Crawlers. Featuring deckbuilding mechanics and familiar power-ups like garlic, whips, and bibles, the game offers a fresh perspective on the addictive loop fans know and love. It is coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud, and will be on Game Pass Ultimate day one.
Zoopunk
Part of the F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch universe, Zoopunk is a new action title from TiGames. Players control a group of anthropomorphic animals wielding traditional weaponry as they hunt for a mysterious object known as the “Spark.” The game features a third-person camera with a fast combat system, acrobatic movement, and explosive abilities. This sci-fi adventure is targeting a 2027 release.