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  • Towerborne’s Full Game Update is Available Today – Xbox Wire

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    Summary

    • Following its Xbox Game Preview release this past April, Towerborne is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Steam, PlayStation 5, Game Pass (Premium and Ultimate), is handheld verified and supports Xbox Play Anywhere.
    • Towerborne will be available as a premium game for $24.99 for the Standard Edition and $29.99 for the Deluxe Edition.

    From the creators at Stoic, Towerborne is a cooperative, side‑scrolling action RPG brawler that blends fast, satisfying combat with deep customization and a hopeful, heroic tone. Venture across a crumbling world, uncover the mysteries of the City of Numbers, and fight back the corruption threatening humanity—solo or alongside friends.

    The full game launch delivers:

    • A complete story‑driven campaign
    • New biomes, enemies, and bosses
    • Offline story play with optional online co‑op
    • Hundreds of missions, bounties, and side quests
    • A premium, one‑time purchase experience

    Check out our last Xbox Wire post from Stoic’s CEO & President Trisha Stouffer for more information on what’s gone into this full game update.

    As a thank you for their great support, Towerborne Founders will also get a special treat at launch with Day 1 access to unlock Brutal Mode — the ultimate endgame challenge, deadlier AI, elite Vanguard enemies, harsher encounters, and a less forgiving battlefield built to test true combat mastery.

    • High risk, high reward, unlock after completing the Campaign to earn increased loot and prove your build, skill, and execution against the game’s toughest fights.
    • Brutal from scratch is the ultimate proving ground! Start a new save, re-earn gear and skills, and fight through the full campaign under Brutal rules. Built for players chasing peak mastery, every victory reflects smart builds, sharp execution, and true command of the combat system.

    Whether you’re returning from Early Access or stepping into the Belfry for the first time, now is the perfect time to become an Ace.

    Towerborne is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Steam, PlayStation 5, Game Pass (Premium and Ultimate), is handheld verified and supports Xbox Play Anywhere.

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    Towerborne

    Xbox Game Studios


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    PC Game Pass

    Xbox Game Pass

    Towerborne is an exciting side-scrolling Action RPG Brawler. Rise again as an Ace, an immortal warrior reborn to defend the Belfry against the darkness beyond its walls. Journey across a crumbling world, uncover the mystery of the fallen City of Numbers, and push back the corruption threatening humanity’s survival.

    Master the Mayhem
    Experience classic combo-based brawler combat combined with a modern RPG. Customize your Ace with powerful gear, experiment with diverse combat styles, and refine your skills through relentless battles. Every fight makes you stronger, every victory opens new strategies, and every weapon reshapes your journey.

    Fight Your Way
    Whether you want quick pick-up-and-play sessions or intricate systems to master, Towerborne lets you choose your play style. Its fast-paced, responsive combat rewards timing and creativity, making every encounter feel fresh and challenging as you grow stronger.

    Grow Stronger Together
    Join forces with up to three other Aces* or venture solo with Umbra lending unique abilities to your side. Teamwork amplifies the chaos and the thrill, where synergy and strategy make the difference between victory and defeat. Rally together to fight as one.

    Take an Unforgettable Journey
    Towerborne expands beyond combat with a compelling Story Campaign designed to spark excitement and fuel unstoppable action. For players who crave more than battles, Towerborne’s full story campaign brings to life the lore, characters, and stakes of the Belfry’s survival. Explore, progress, and uncover the world at your own pace and take your Ace’s journey offline then reconnect online to fight alongside friends without missing a beat.

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    Danielle Partis, Xbox Wire Editor

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  • Next Week on Xbox: New Games for February 23 to 27 – Xbox Wire

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    Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in!


    Resident Evil Requiem Deluxe Edition

    CAPCOM CO., LTD.


    224

    $79.99

    Resident Evil Requiem

    CAPCOM CO., LTD.


    233

    $69.99

    Resident Evil Requiem – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    A new era of survival horror arrives with Resident Evil Requiem, the latest and most immersive entry yet in the iconic Resident Evil series. Experience terrifying survival horror with FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, and dive into pulse-pounding action with legendary agent Leon S. Kennedy. Both of their journeys and unique gameplay styles intertwine into a heart-stopping, emotional experience that will chill you to your core.


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    Towerborne

    Xbox Game Studios


    221

    PC Game Pass

    Xbox Game Pass

    Towerborne – February 26
    Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

    Towerborne is an exciting side-scrolling action RPG brawler. Rise again as an Ace, an immortal warrior reborn to defend the Belfry against the darkness beyond its walls. Journey across a crumbling world, uncover the mystery of the fallen City of Numbers, and push back the corruption threatening humanity’s survival.


    Tales of Berseria Remastered Deluxe Edition Pre-Order

    Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.

    $59.99

    Tales of Berseria Remastered Pre-Order

    Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.

    $39.99

    Tales of Berseria Remastered – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Engage in the ultimate quest for self-discovery, remastered for the first time. The sacred kingdom awaits the arrival of its savior, and a lone woman named Velvet is marked by traumatic deceit. Join Velvet on her journey for vengeance, along with her cast of eccentric companions, as they sail through the archipelago which comprises the kingdom of Midgand.


    Bread & Fred

    Atari, Infogrames

    Bread & Fred – February 24
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

    Bread & Fred is a challenging co-op platformer where two players must cooperate to jump and climb to the top of a snowy mountain. Play as both Bread and Fred in their exasperating and sometimes maddening climb that requires precision with every jump. Each time you land you’ll be closer to the peak and one step closer to mastering the platforming, but your fall down the mountain will be even farther.


    Capy Spa (Xbox Series)

    Afil Games

    Capy Spa – February 24
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Grab your towels because the chillest capybara in gaming is ready for a soak! In Capy Spa, you help Pipa, a relaxation-loving capybara, push herb buckets into hot springs to prepare the perfect bath. With 30 carefully crafted levels, two charming biomes (Savanna River and Forest Onsen), and a soothing soundtrack that blends with the rising steam, every stage invites calm and thoughtful moves.


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    Dark Farts: Parody Smell Edition

    GamePoc LTD

    Dark Farts: Parody Smell Edition – February 25
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

    Emotional Damage Incoming! The most ridiculously epic Souls-like parody ever created meets outrageous humor in this absolutely insane action-RPG! You’re no chosen one – just a blacksmith with questionable bean-eating habits who accidentally gained ancient dragon powers. Now, you’re humanity’s last hope, and it’s time to show these evil corporations what REAL power smells like!


    Deep Space Shooter

    Valkyrie Initiative LLP

    Deep Space Shooter – February 25
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Again you are alone against the hordes of hostile spacecrafts where you can only rely on yourself. It is the victory or the death! An automatic station deep in space has sent an alarm signal and then the connection is disrupted. Your spaceship set off there to carry out reconnaissance. But all of the sudden you encounter huge forces of an unknown enemy. Now there’s no way back – you either defeat them or die. This game is a vertical scroll-shooter with numerous enemies and a gradually increasing level of complexity.


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    Ghetto Zombies: Graffiti Squad

    Nuntius Games

    Ghetto Zombies: Graffiti Squad – February 25
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

    A squad of mutant kids from the hood is humanity’s last hope in this colorful, humor-packed zombie apocalypse. Blast freaky zombies with ridiculous guns, spray wild graffiti across the city, and face a monstrous Zombie Boss at the end of every mission. Each hero in the squad offers a unique playstyle: choose yours, dig the weirdest guns out of dumpsters, and enjoy the insane headshot animations.


    Journey of Johann: Castle Crusade

    Xitilon

    Journey of Johann: Castle Crusade – February 25
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Journey of Johann is an action-adventure platformer with puzzle elements. Make your way through levels and a boss with different challenges and obstacles. Collect goblets and secrets and beat time trials. Use your weapons as tools such as climbing, blocking hits, and defeating enemies. The game was designed with speedrunning in mind.


    One Button Games 5-in-1 vol. 4

    Xitilon


    Xbox Play Anywhere

    Pogui

    Eastasiasoft Limited

    Pogui – February 25
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

    Safely guide a lovable pup through crazy platforming stages so he can get back to his naptime! Pogui is just a little dog who wants to take a nap, but crazy stuff keeps happening around him! Guide the lovable pug through dreamlike worlds and help him get to bed. Pogui is a side-scrolling precision platformer presented in retro pixel art style. Run, jump and dash your way through colorful but hazardous levels!


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    UFOPHILIA

    JanduSoft


    $12.49

    $9.99

    UFOphilia – February 25
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

    UFOphilia is a first-person psychological horror game where you explore areas marked by alien phenomena. Use specialized equipment to detect, identify, and photograph aliens, but do so at your own risk… They are watching you too. Equipped with advanced tools, your mission is to detect, identify, and photograph extraterrestrials, each encounter involving unique behaviors and unpredictable dangers.


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    ChildStory

    Stamina Zero LLC

    ChildStory – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

    A small town in the far north goes about its life: preparing for the Festival of the New Star, decorating streets, celebrating. The festival is inseparable from a cycle that repeats month after month. And Sonya stands at its center. She’s part of a story she’s still trying to understand. A kind girl with a sharp mind and countless questions, she searches for answers among snow and lights. Sonya helps friends, makes new ones, explores hidden corners, fights spirits, and solves puzzles. She acts, hoping her actions will lead to understanding.


    Corner Kitchen Fast Food Simulator

    Ultimate Games S.A.

    Corner Kitchen Fast Food Simulator – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Buy cooking equipment, prepare delicious meals, and serve hungry customers. Upgrade your setup, read customer reviews, and expand your business to become the top fast-food joint in the city.


    Golfing Over It with Alva Majo

    Mameshiba Games

    Golfing Over It with Alva Majo – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

    Golfing Over It with Alva Majo is a discouraging game about climbing a surreal mountain with a golf ball, a different take on 2017’s hit Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy. Experience the challenge of climbing an unyielding mountain without infuriating controls being part of that challenge. Bennett Foddy has played this game and granted it his blessing.


    Hunt the Night

    DANGEN Entertainment

    $19.99

    Hunt the Night – February 26

    Hunt the Night is a retro-style action-RPG that blends fast, skillful combat with dark fantasy lore. Play as Vesper, a member of the Stalkers, and traverse the ruined world of Medhram on a mission to save humanity from a deadly cycle of annihilation. Endure nightmarish overworlds, slash through horrific dungeons, face brutal bosses, and wield an arsenal of powers in a relentless struggle against the Night itself.


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    Manairons

    JanduSoft


    $24.99

    $19.99

    Manairons – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

    Unleash chaos, control magic, and save the village… with a flute. Manairons is a 3D action platformer game inspired by the legends of little creatures living in the Pyrenees. Help Nai face off against the landowner who has taken control of a charming village using the power of the “canut,” with magic, flute, and plenty of chaos.


    Mole Cart Mining (Xbox Series)

    Afil Games

    Mole Cart Mining – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Get ready for an underground adventure full of charm and strategy! In Mole Cart Mining, you guide a determined little mole riding a mine cart while rotating tracks on a hexagonal grid to create the perfect route. The goal is simple and satisfying: collect every mineral and reach the exit in style.


    No Sleep For Kaname Date – From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES

    Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.

    $39.99

    No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Iris has been abducted by aliens?! Finding herself on board a mysterious UFO and tasked with completing a bizarre escape game, Iris knows there’s one person who she can always count on for help: Kaname Date, Psyncer! As Date, conduct investigations, solve escape game puzzles, and Psync into the dreams of potential suspects to help Iris escape and unravel the mystery behind The Third Eye Game!


    Sands of Aura

    indie.io

    Sands of Aura – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight–a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat.


    Sudoku Relax

    RucKyGAMES


    $4.59

    $3.67

    Sudoku Relax – February 26

    A total of 300 questions with easy, normal, and hard difficulties have been included. Complete problems to unlock background effects and BGM tracks. There are 3 background effects and 3 BGM tracks. Sudoku allows you to use your brain while also being soothed by the effects and BGM.


    Trials of Olympus

    EpiXR Games


    $14.99

    $11.99

    Trials of Olympus – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    The gods of Olympus seek a mortal champion to fight against a rising darkness. Only those who endure their trials may be chosen. In Trials of Olympus, you journey through the realms of Ares, Artemis, Hades, Poseidon, and Zeus. Each god’s domain holds three great trials — vast platforming levels filled with traps, enemies, and divine essences to recover. You cannot fight, for no weapon is yet yours. Instead, rely on agility and wit.


    WorldNeverland – Elnea Kingdom Deluxe Edition

    althi Inc.

    $45.99

    Xbox Play Anywhere

    WorldNeverland – Elnea Kingdom

    althi Inc.

    $29.99

    WorldNeverland – Elnea Kingdom – February 26
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

    What if you could freely choose another life? WorldNeverland – Elnea Kingdom is a sandbox life simulation game where you can move to a fictional kingdom you’ve always dreamed of and enjoy a carefree life. Why not weave a grand story spanning generations with your own hands?


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    Aquamarine: Explorer’s Edition

    Dolores Entertainment

    Aquamarine: Explorer’s Edition – February 27
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere

    Aquamarine is a turn-based playable comic book about surviving in an alien ocean. Inspired by the psychedelic sci-fi of the ’70s & ’80s, Aquamarine combines the mystery of old-school adventure games and challenging roguelikes with elements of survival, exploration, and puzzle solving. Journey across a water world reclaimed by nature. Overcome survival and navigational challenges as you discover the planet’s lost history. Master your pod’s controls, study the ocean wildlife, and solve environmental puzzles to help you find your way home.


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    “Buy The Game, I Have a Gun” -Sheesh-Man

    Kimulator’s Films inc

    $9.99

    “Buy the Game, I Have a Gun” -Sheesh-Man – February 27
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

    This game is worth every penny, and you should buy it right now, why? Firstly because the whole story was written during a livestream, which makes the story totally nonsensical! If this doesn’t convince you remember that not only do I have a gun, I also know all your secrets. This is of course a joke, I do not know your secrets, yet.


    Emoji Battlefield – Island Warfare

    EpiXR Games

    $6.99

    Emoji Battlefield – Island Warfare – February 27
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    You’ve washed ashore on a mysterious island where ancient emojis have awakened — and they’re not happy to see you. This rogue-like first-person shooter throws you into wild, fast-paced combat against tiki emojis wearing carved masks and wielding primal powers. Before each run, customize your experience with crazy modifiers: make enemies bounce, wear funny hats, or unleash volcanic chaos for maximum challenge. Choose your arena — from overgrown jungles and hidden beach ruins to ancient temples filled with deadly traps — each location has its own hazards, secrets, and surprises.


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    Mini Racer Car Shop Simulator

    PlayWay S.A.


    $12.99

    $11.69

    Mini Racer Car Shop Simulator – February 27
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Manage your mini racer car shop, sell mini cars and spare parts, and unleash your creativity with custom builds. Test drive your creations on the racetrack before putting them up for sale. Transform your shop into a haven for mini car enthusiasts and build a thriving business in the process!


    Xbox Play Anywhere

    Shopping Mall Girl

    QubicGames S.A.

    Shopping Mall Girl – February 27
    Xbox Play Anywhere

    Showcase your style and become a supermodel in one of the best shopping games! No matter what your fashion style may be, this shopping mall has exactly what you’re looking for! Get a fabulous new hairstyle at your favorite hair salon Chic Cuts, and dress up in the latest hot trends from our stylish shops! It’s Black Friday! The excitement is real as you race to grab the clothes you need before they vanish from the shelves! Dress up in shirts, skirts, shoes, and accessories, or get expert advice from your personal shopper!


    Solar Machina (Xbox Series X|S)

    2dragontails

    Solar Machina – February 27
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

    Solar Machina is a vibrant 2D pixel art platformer where you control a robot on a colorful journey through tropical landscapes filled with traps and enemies. As you progress, your robotic suit evolves, granting new movement abilities that transform how you play. With smooth controls, distinct biomes, and a nostalgic chiptune soundtrack, Solar Machina offers a satisfying blend of challenge, rhythm, and exploration that keeps engagement from start to finish.


    Soulshard

    Ratalaika Games S.L.

    Soulshard – February 27
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery

    In a realm between life and death, a confused soul seeks redemption and freedom from a past life filled with misguided choices. Playing alone or together via co-op multiplayer, command a soul in search of the exit from this dark and desolate realm. Use the environment to your advantage and avoid treacherous traps to clear 30 challenging levels of hauntingly morose pixel art.


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    Wild West Tycoon

    MagicPro

    Wild West Tycoon – February 27
    Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere

    Welcome to the untamed frontier! In Wild West Tycoon you are tasked with transforming the rugged Wild West into a thriving economic powerhouse. This low-poly style simulation game invites you to master the art of frontier entrepreneurship where every decision counts and every enterprise takes you one step closer to building a legendary empire.


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  • Towerborne Launches February 26 with Massive Full Game Update – Xbox Wire

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    Summary

    • Created and developed by Stoic and published by Xbox Game Studios Publishing, Towerborne is a cooperative, side-scrolling action RPG brawler. 
    • Following its Xbox Game Preview release this past April, Towerborne is launching in full on February 26, 2026, on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Steam, PlayStation 5, Game Pass (Premium and Ultimate), is handheld verified and supports Xbox Play Anywhere.
    • Towerborne will be available as a premium game for $24.99 for the Standard Edition and $29.99 for the Deluxe Edition.

    First and foremost, we at Stoic want to take a moment and salute our amazing community who joined us in the Towerborne early access journey. It’s no exaggeration to say that the game would not be what it is without our community. Thank you to every Ace for your valuable feedback, passion, ideas and dedication which shaped Towerborne into our full game release.

    That’s right, we’re excited to announce that we will be exiting early access and Xbox Game Preview and launching our full game on February 26, 2026, on Xbox, PC, Steam and PlayStation 5. This is all tied to a major 1.0 update to the game, and a shift in how you play and access. For those who have been with us from the start, there is a lot of new content and updates for you. And for those who will experience Towerborne for the first time, welcome! Let’s jump in.

    A Reimagined Launch Experience

    With this full game update, Towerborne shifts from its original vision as a free-to-play, always online title into a buy once, offline game – you will own the complete experience permanently, with offline play and online co-op.

    This change required deep structural rebuilding over the past year, transforming systems originally designed around constant connectivity. The result is a stronger, more accessible, and more player-friendly version of Towerborne — one we’re incredibly proud to bring to launch.

    What’s Coming in the Full Game Update on February 26, 2026

    • A complete story & final showdown: We have an updated and complete story, a full narrative arc featuring a major antagonist, new side quests, and an overhauled Bounty Board.
    • Who’s the boss?: we’ve added two new bosses, including the big bad boss (that would be the antagonist we mentioned), lieutenants, and umbra enemies.
    • Fully reworked difficulty system: we’ve added an entirely new difficulty system, a complete rebalance of the game, and a new ‘Brutal’ difficulty for those who enjoy breaking controllers and swearing at their screens.
    • Map it out: we’ve reworked and reimagined the World Map and added a new coastal biome.
    • New Encounters & Combat Challenges: we’ve added new gear and player abilities, a new Forge system with the ability to modify, upgrade, and re-roll stats
    • Is there more? Yes, there’s more! We have new music from the man/myth/maestro Austin Wintory, a bunch of quality of life and bug fixes, no more cosmetic purchasing – you can acquire all cosmetics free through gameplay, we added a TON of new cosmetics, and we’ve included multiple save slots and the ability to import your current character and associated loot.

    That’s just a high-level look at what you can expect with the full game release of Towerborne. This major update represents a huge shift for the game and the community, and we have worked hard to incorporate as much of your feedback as we could. We could not have done this without your participation and contributions, and again, we want to thank each and every one of you.

    For more details, including how your game and items will transition from early access and game preview to full release, please visit www.towerborne.com/FAQ.

    Grab Towerborne’s full game Standard or Deluxe Editions on February 26, 2026, to join the fight.


    Towerborne Deluxe Edition

    Xbox Game Studios

    Step into the world of Towerborne with the Deluxe Edition, a premium bundle built to jumpstart your journey and keep you looking sharp as you face the wilds beyond the Belfry. Outfit your Ace with the Numbers Cosmetic Set and the Lazurite Cosmetic Set, then further customize your progression with 6 additional Rare Aspects and major drops of crafting resources—a supply of Core crafting materials plus a trove of Advanced crafting materials. The Deluxe Edition helps you unlock customizations faster and style your adventure your way. Ideal for players who want early flexibility in builds and a distinctive look from day one.

    Forge, fight, and flourish—alone or alongside your crew—on your path to become a legendary Ace of Towerborne.
    What’s included:
    • Numbers Cosmetic Set
    • Lazurite Cosmetic Set
    • 6 additional Rare Aspects
    • Supply of Core crafting materials
    • Trove of advanced crafting materials

    Towerborne is an exciting side-scrolling Action RPG Brawler. Rise again as an Ace, an immortal warrior reborn to defend the Belfry against the darkness beyond its walls. Journey across a crumbling world, uncover the mystery of the fallen City of Numbers, and push back the corruption threatening humanity’s survival.

    Master the Mayhem
    Experience classic combo-based brawler combat combined with a modern RPG. Customize your Ace with powerful gear, experiment with diverse combat styles, and refine your skills through relentless battles. Every fight makes you stronger, every victory opens new strategies, and every weapon reshapes your journey.

    Fight Your Way
    Whether you want quick pick-up-and-play sessions or intricate systems to master, Towerborne lets you choose your play style. Its fast-paced, responsive combat rewards timing and creativity, making every encounter feel fresh and challenging as you grow stronger.

    Grow Stronger Together
    Join forces with up to three other Aces* or venture solo with Umbra lending unique abilities to your side. Teamwork amplifies the chaos and the thrill, where synergy and strategy make the difference between victory and defeat. Rally together to fight as one.

    Take an Unforgettable Journey
    Towerborne expands beyond combat with a compelling Story Campaign designed to spark excitement and fuel unstoppable action. For players who crave more than battles, Towerborne’s full story campaign brings to life the lore, characters, and stakes of the Belfry’s survival. Explore, progress, and uncover the world at your own pace and take your Ace’s journey offline then reconnect online to fight alongside friends without missing a beat.


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  • Get Cozy with Co-op This Holiday Season – 14 Mega Multiplayer Picks on Xbox – Xbox Wire

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    It’s that time of year again, when friends and loved ones huddle together, safe from crisp winter air, looking for entertainment. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered, with a vast array of multiplayer games that can be enjoyed together across console, PC, and supported gaming handhelds.  

    Whether you’re looking for quick bursts of action to keep the family entertained, a cozy co-op adventure with a partner, or something casual to catch up with friends online, Xbox has something to offer for every gaming fan this holiday season. Here’s some highlights, ranging from 2025 releases to timeless games worth revisiting: 

    Multiplayer Party Time

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  • From Our Worlds to Yours: Thank You for an Incredible 2025 – Xbox Wire

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    What would you like to say to your players after releasing Ninja Gaiden 4 this year?

    Our deepest thanks to everyone who has played the game, from the Master Ninjas who have been supporting the series for a long time, to those who are playing the series for the first time! Our days were spent developing the game so that players can enjoy the series’ signature intensity and a variety of actions to overcome difficult situations, so I’m happy if you experienced even a bit of the game! I think the flavor of the action really comes through the more you play it, so please continue to enjoy the different characteristics of the two Master Ninjas, Yakumo and Ryu! – Hirayama

    To everyone who has supported Ninja Gaiden over the years, and to those how have started playing the series from this entry, thank you for playing the game. I enjoy watching your gameplay videos and comments on social media every day. In this game, we aimed for the revival of pure action that transcends time, and the three companies put everything into developing it. The action is really exciting and it’s a stoically made game, so those of you who have played the game please continue to thoroughly study it… and those who haven’t played it yet, I’ll be thrilled if you give this feel good slash action a try! – Nakao

    How does it feel to have the game out there after development?

    First of all, to be able to deliver a new numbered title in the series after 13 years is something that our entire team is truly happy about. We continuously debated and adjusted the game towards its launch, and once it was released it felt like it passed in an instant so I didn’t feel anything immediately, but as I saw social posts and videos being posted every day, little by little I began to feel joy. – Hirayama

    For our development team, there are many members who, during the golden age of slash action games, were players or were involved as developers. So, while we had confidence in the game itself, I felt more nervous and excited than I have ever been before. And my current feeling is of relief, since the action has been well received. – Nakao

    Are there any stories about how players have engaged with your game that you’d like to reflect on?

    For a long time, we were in the dark while developing this game but seeing everyone playing and reacting to it at gaming events was a big driving force in development, and we made use of it in the final adjustments towards launch. Thank you again for your support! Post-launch, we are checking every single piece of feedback, so please look forward to future in-game updates! – Hirayama

    Although I’ve mentioned it several times, we’ve been receiving a lot of feedback that, “the action definitely feels good!”, and it’s the part we’ve put our most effort into, so I am extremely happy that everyone is pleased with it. In this game we’ve taken the big challenge of mixing the best parts of Ninja Gaiden with the best parts of PlatinumGames’ action, so nothing makes me happier than hearing everyone enjoying the action. – Nakao

    What is your studio most looking forward to in 2026?

    We are really looking forward to everyone playing “The Two Masters,” the additional content currently in development! In addition to new weapons for Yakumo and Ryu, we are planning on an additional story and other replayable content. We’re working hard to deliver it as soon as we can, so please wait a little bit longer! – Hirayama

    There are many games coming out next year, and as always, several action games will be released, so as an action game maker we are looking forward to seeing these games. For us, in 2026 we are planning to release additional content for Ninja Gaiden 4, “The Two Masters,” which we are currently hard at work developing. Not only is there content such as a new story, but above all the new weapons for each character will provide a new play experience unlike any of the previous weapons, so we hope you look forward to it! – Nakao

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    NINJA GAIDEN 4 Standard Edition

    Xbox Game Studios


    447


    $69.99

    $48.99

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    The definitive ninja hack & slash franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in this high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

    Return of the Legend
    Experience a return to the intense, high-speed combat that established NINJA GAIDEN as a premier action game series. Prepare for a legacy reborn with captivating style for a new generation of players.

    Epic Hack and Slash Combat, Evolved
    NINJA GAIDEN 4 fuses Team NINJA’s tempered combat philosophy with the stylish, dynamic action gameplay of PlatinumGames. Engage in visually stunning combat that rewards precision and strategy. Use Bloodbind Ninjutsu to transform your weapons and unleash devastation upon your enemies, alongside legacy techniques like the Izuna Drop and Flying Swallow. The legendary Ryu Hayabusa also returns with a revamped yet familiar set of tools to master. With a customizable player experience, NINJA GAIDEN 4 will push action game veterans to their limits while allowing newcomers to enjoy a heart-pounding adventure full of twists and turns.

    An Ancient Enemy Returns
    An endless rain of miasma hangs over a near-future Tokyo in the wake of an ancient enemy’s resurrection. The fate of the city lies in the hands of young ninja prodigy, Yakumo. Fighting his way through cybernetic ninja soldiers and otherworldly creatures, Yakumo must reconcile a destiny he shares with the legendary Ryu Hayabusa himself and free Tokyo from the ancient curse that brought the city to its knees.

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    Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief

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