Xbox closed out November with an action-packed Partner Preview showcase featuring 16 third-party titles spanning roguelikes, horror adventures, and even a wild Eminem collaboration. The 30-minute broadcast delivered five world premieres, three shadow drops available immediately, and nine day-one Game Pass announcements. Here’s your complete breakdown of every major reveal.
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Xbox Event Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | November 20, 2025 |
| Duration | 30 minutes |
| Total Games | 16 titles featured |
| World Premieres | 5 brand new reveals |
| Day One Game Pass | 9 confirmed titles |
| Availability | 3 games released immediately |
Major World Premieres
Armatus
Kicking off the showcase, Armatus emerged as a third-person action-roguelike from publisher Fictions, set in demon-infested Paris ruins. Players become the last supernatural warrior hunting for the Sunless Gate while wielding celestial powers and firearms. This dark fantasy title launches in 2026 and arrives day one on Game Pass Ultimate.
Vampire Crawlers
Poncle, the studio behind Vampire Survivors, revealed Vampire Crawlers—a first-person deckbuilding roguelike dungeon crawler featuring the developer’s trademark chaotic gameplay. Fan-favorite upgrades like the bible, whip, and garlic return in this fresh perspective. Release date coming soon for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass Ultimate.
Raji: Kaliyuga
The broadcast concluded with the surprise announcement of Raji: Kaliyuga, a sequel to 2020’s action-adventure game. This unexpected continuation promises to expand on the original’s Indian mythology-inspired world.
Returning Franchises
007 First Light
James Bond fans received a first look at the Aston Martin Valhalla, a state-of-the-art sports coupé with special modifications including built-in weapons for 00 Agents. IO Interactive’s upcoming espionage RPG continues honoring Bond’s legacy of gadget-laden vehicles.
Tides of Annihilation
The dark fantasy epic showcased an extended gameplay trailer featuring a complete boss fight from start to finish, demonstrating the Mirror Combat system. Protagonist Gwendolyn faces monstrous threats in this action-heavy adventure coming to multiple platforms.
Reanimal
From the creator of Little Nightmares, this horror adventure received another look ahead of its February 13, 2026 release. A demo is currently available on Steam for players wanting to experience the atmospheric terror firsthand.
Shadow Drop Surprises
Dave the Diver
The beloved deep-diving adventure that took the world by storm in 2023 launched immediately on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming on November 20, 2025. The In the Jungle DLC arrives in early 2026, expanding this quirky underwater experience.
Total Chaos
This next-gen survival horror experience from Sam Prebble became available instantly, delivering claustrophobic first-person terror. Published by Apogee Entertainment in partnership with Atari’s Infogrames label, it’s a grim descent into fear.
CloverPit
The roguelite slot machine game jumped to Xbox Series X|S consoles and Game Pass Ultimate immediately. Players gamble for their lives from inside a dingy cell, combining high-stakes risk with addictive gameplay that’s captivated hundreds of thousands on PC.
Notable Additions
HITMAN: World of Assassination – Eminem Mission
In potentially the wildest announcement, HITMAN revealed a mission where world-famous rapper Eminem tasks Agent 47 with eliminating his legendary alter ego, Slim Shady. This unique crossover launches December 1, 2025.
Zoopunk
From the creators of F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch, Zoopunk is a third-person action game featuring anthropomorphic animals wielding traditional weapons in a sky-faring adventure. Set in the same universe as their previous title, it arrives in 2027.
Erosion
This isometric action game introduces a unique mechanic where every death forwards the world by a decade. Using a voxel art style, Erosion launches into Xbox Game Preview on PC in Spring 2026 before eventually arriving on Game Pass across the ecosystem.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu
Four-player co-op survival-horror meets Lovecraftian terror as players recover valuable treasure from perilous jungles. This Summer 2026 release demands teamwork and sharp wits to survive cosmic horrors.
Additional Confirmed Titles
Crowsworn: Stylish metroidvania exploring dark worlds with advanced combat tactics and customizable loadouts. Day one on Game Pass Ultimate.
Echo Generation 2: Turn-based combat sequel featuring supernatural environments and cosmic horrors with a Gremlins-esque sidekick.
Roadside Research: A bizarre premise asking players to pretend they’re human while aiding an alien invasion. Launches in 2026.
Xbox Play Anywhere Commitment
Every single game featured during the Xbox Partner Preview supports Xbox Play Anywhere, meaning one purchase grants access across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. This cross-platform commitment ensures maximum player flexibility.
Full-Screen Experience Expansion
Xbox announced that full-screen experience, originally available on the ASUS ROG Ally and Ally X, becomes generally available November 21 across all gaming handhelds currently in market. The feature expands to more Windows 11 PC form factors through Xbox and Windows Insider programs soon.
What’s Missing
The showcase deliberately avoided first-party Xbox Game Studios titles, focusing exclusively on third-party partners. No updates on Fable, Perfect Dark, or other internal projects appeared—those likely remain reserved for 2026’s dedicated Xbox Games Showcase or Developer_Direct events.
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FAQs
Q: Are these games exclusive to Xbox platforms?
No, most titles announced are multi-platform releases coming to PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The Xbox Partner Preview simply highlights games with strong Xbox ecosystem support, including Game Pass availability and Xbox Play Anywhere compatibility.
Q: How many of these games can I play on Game Pass day one?
Nine titles were confirmed as day-one Game Pass Ultimate releases: Armatus, Vampire Crawlers, Raji: Kaliyuga, Erosion, Zoopunk, Crowsworn, Echo Generation 2, CloverPit, and Total Chaos. Dave the Diver also launched simultaneously on Game Pass, bringing the total to ten games available through the subscription service.
