A core mission here at Xbox is ensuring games can be experienced by players around the world, and supporting developers on their journey to create incredible experiences is a key part of that goal. This year, ID@Xbox is helping independent studios bring some amazing new titles to Xbox, PC and Game Pass. To celebrate, here’s a look at eight exciting upcoming games from the EMEA and APAC regions and how Xbox is helping bring them to life.
Fallen Tear: The Ascension by Winter Crew (Philippines)
Immerse yourself in a new version of Metroidvania Fallen Tear: The Ascension, a 2D JRPG set in a magical, unique world. As Hira, you’ll uncover secrets from your past, fight dangerous beasts, and even defy a god or two along the way! More details on the title are expected soon.
“As a team debuting its first game, we needed more experience to effectively promote and publicize it. ID@Xbox helped us realize that it is now possible to reach a wider audience,” says Stephen Manalastas, founder of CMD Studio. “Our game was designed as a love letter to the gaming community, offering a fresh and entertaining take on the Metroidvania genre. We are truly grateful for ID@Xbox’s support as it allows us indie developers to share our passion with the world.”
InKonbini from Nagai Industries (Japan)
Nagai Industries creates a wonderful slice-of-life title that puts you in the shoes of a small-town worker in 1990s Japan. Stock goods, manage deliveries, and enjoy the quiet, heartwarming stories you discover every day. InKonbini
“If you are an independent developer, your marketing resources are extremely limited, and finding a platform that allows efficient communication with the world of gaming media can be crucial,” says Dima Shen, founder of Nagai Industries. “We at Nagai Industries were very fortunate to join the select group of developers to showcase their projects at ID@Xbox and have the chance to reach a larger audience than we ever wished for. Furthermore, the way this initiative is designed and executed makes you feel immediately at home, and the friendly attitude of everyone involved makes it a unique, memorable and overall positive experience.”
Brocula from Destroyer Doggo (India)
In broccoliYou take on the role of a vampire who awakens from a 500-year sleep with a slight problem – the world has completely changed. You navigate the daunting labyrinth of capitalism to earn a living and reap the cash to restore your ancestral caste, now owned by the city’s mayor. You can also start a cult! Further details below broccoli coming soon.
“As a solo developer, it is difficult to manage different parts of the game development cycle. The number of resources shared through ID@Xbox online sessions and webinars is simply incredible,” says Prateek Jadhwani, founder of Destroyer Doggo. “It gives you a new perspective on how many people (from the ID@Xbox team) are working in the background to make your game a success, be it in terms of helping with marketing, development-related issues or even support new developer.” If you’re like me, talk to studios that have launched successful titles. I’m excited to be a partner at ID@Xbox. Thank you to the ID@Xbox team for all the help and support!”
Go-Go Town by Prideful Sloth (Australia)
Go-Go City is a quirky co-op city building game in which you take on the role of the mayor of a run-down city. Team up with friends to build new shops and businesses, hire staff, but be prepared to face a series of unpredictable disasters along the way.
“We are grateful for the opportunities and support ID@Xbox provides to developers around the world,” said Joel Styles, co-founder and director of Prideful Sloth. “Their recent digital showcase and GDC showcase events allowed us to bring Go-Go Town! to demonstrate! to the press and public and allows us to share our game alongside other fantastic indie titles from around the world. These experiences not only help our game gain exposure, but also allow us to engage more deeply with the Xbox community and media. Thank you ID@Xbox for your support and love for indies!”
Still Wakes The Deep by The Chinese Room (UK)
Horror meets the rough waves of Scotland Still awakens the depths, a first-person narrative adventure in which you navigate a collapsing oil rig. Here you’ll contend with reality and unforeseen carnage as you attempt to rescue your crew from the depths of the freezing, dark North Sea. The title will be released on June 18th for Xbox Series X|S, PC and Game Pass.
“As developers, we want as many people as possible to play and complete our game,” says Rob McLachlan, lead designer at The Chinese Room. “ID@Xbox has already given us the platform and support to bring Still Wakes the Deep to new audiences, which meant we could take our time and focus on delivering exactly the game we wanted without compromise wanted to do.”
Nightscape by Mezan Studios (Qatar)
What happens when the sky loses its light? This is a query that Night landscape asks protagonist Layla as she embarks on an enchanting journey to restore the stars. Layla will encounter puzzles and mysterious creatures as she explores a damaged but atmospheric environment while exploring an ancient Arabian world.
“Our vision is to establish ourselves as a leading force in the MENA region’s game development landscape,” says Hamad K, Creative Director at Mezan Studios. “This goal would not have been achievable without the invaluable trust and support of the remarkable team at ID@Xbox.
“Their genuine understanding of our goals and compassionate engagement were crucial. Working with the Global Expansion Team not only made our selection at Tribeca easier, but also unlocked funding and mentorship opportunities, strengthened our credibility, and significantly increased the visibility of our debut project. night landscape, which is currently under development. We are incredibly excited and grateful to be on this transformative journey. Special thanks to Chloé Giusti and Temi Afolabi, who have been instrumental in getting us this far!”
Jump Ship by Keepsake Games (Sweden)
Immerse yourself in the cosmos Jumpship, a mission-based PvE FPS where you pilot your own spaceship. Spend time on the ship participating in space battles or find a planet to land on and explore to get much-needed upgrades.
“ID@Xbox gave us the opportunity to fully reveal our debut game,” says Filip Coulianos, Game Director at Keepsake Games. “We’re grateful that Xbox has allowed us to showcase Jump Ship alongside other great indie titles and can’t wait to reveal more as we get closer to launch.”
Botany Manor by Balloon Studios (UK)
Botany Mansion is a quiet puzzle game that arrived on the Xbox Series X|S earlier this week. Spend your days at the estate of retired botanist Arabella Greene and her vast collection of rare and interesting plants. To restore the site to its former glory, you’ll need to uncover notes and items scattered around the site to find tips and clues that will help you bring these long-forgotten plants back to life. A perfect game for green thumbs.
“For me personally, ID@Xbox has given me a huge boost in confidence as Creative Director Botany Mansionsays Laure De Mey, founder of Balloon Studios. “Joining Game Pass, participating in showcases, and receiving continued support from Xbox was an incredible validation and allowed me to truly believe in the core vision of the game.”
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