Undoubtedly, the ongoing reports for Xbox Game Studios projects are beginning to get overwhelming as the number of them is fading into obscurity. While we have billboard releases still underway for 2021, next year is appearing to be a large opportunity for Microsoft. So far, Avowed is paved for 2022 along with high hopes of Hellblade II: Senua’s Saga to launch then as well.

Recently, a piece from Windows Central expands on Avowed with the game’s combat system and RPG elements to reel in anticipation from The Outer World players. But, there is other projects worth noting. Such as Project Belfry from The Banner Saga team Stoic Studios. Not to mention Project Shaolin which is in collaboration with rap group Wu-Tang Clan to produce the score for the AAA action RPG.

Even Project Cobalt & Project Indus draws some opened eyes for what will later be for the Xbox platform in the coming future. A new report from Windows Central discloses more work that is aimed for Xbox hardware. Firstly, Project Midnight from developer Compulsion Games. While it was certain a new game is underway, the last details that arose from the studio is its relocating to a more spacious worksite.

Details on Project Midnight references a unique twist on southern United States with a mix of fantasy attributes injected into the title. Jez Corden explains the game to implement “southern gothic” design to set the tone for the new game. Unsettling alike previous work, Project Midnight will also todl be be a “coming of age” tale with a very “strong” story to back that.

Additionally, Obsidian Entertainment also has another game in the woodwork – Project Pentiment. Derived from the titling for the project name, the title is said to be set during the 16th century casted as an investigator searching for answers of an inhuman murder. From GamesBeat’s Jeff Grubb, he corroborates the claim adding that Disco Elysium holds some inspiration for the new game.

In that, you can accuse characters in-game which could drastically impact how the story proceeds. While still an RPG at heart, dialogue options will be how you shape the experience with combat not being the strong suit this time around. More exciting is this project is said to be aimed for a release next year.

What new projects are you most excited for?

Source: Windows Central