Coming Soon to Xbox: New Games for May 5-9

Hey, folks! So, what’s cookin’ this week on Xbox? Got a bunch of games ready to hit the shelves (digital ones, mind you) soon, and it’s like a geekfest around here. Whether you’re on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, or even sneaking in some play on your PC with Game Pass, there’s a buffet waiting for ya. Let’s just dive right in, shall we? Maybe a bit of chaos en route. Who knows?

Okay, first up — “Age of Empires II: DE – The Three Kingdoms.” Ever get lost in a historical rabbit hole and wonder how rulers in ancient China played strategy games? No? Just me then. Anyway, the new expansion bumps you into the Romance of the Three Kingdoms saga. Fancy lightsabers… err, I mean ancient heroes and three fresh campaigns? You got ‘em. Shu, Wei, Wu. And let’s not forget the Jurchens and Khitans. Sweet, right?

Next ride up: “King Arthur: Legion IX.” Picture this: a tactical RPG inspired by folklore, but darker than that time I burnt the Thanksgiving turkey. Kick things off with new adventures in Avalon. Bring on the knights! Or, y’know, manage some squads because this RPG’s all tactical. Not for the faint of heart — or so they say.

Switching lanes to “Metal Eden,” where stuff gets really wild — cybernetic warfare! The Hyper Unit Aska? Yep, shooting off on what they call a ‘suicide mission.’ Not my term, by the way. Blast through to save a city that was cool until it wasn’t. Mayhem? Sounds like Tuesday.

And then there’s “Bartender Hustle.” Who hasn’t wanted to sling a cocktail or two? Rising through the ranks as the shaker-master of your dreams. Mixology meets gaming — who threw that curveball? Unlock bars, make drinks that’ll knock your digital socks off, and maybe, just maybe, own the nightlife… virtually.

Right, so if water adventures are your jam, “Submarine Survivor” should float your boat (pun intended). Dive deep, fend off creatures of the seabed, and try to become Ocean’s big cheese. A roguelite adventure, or a chance to upgrade those underwater rides. Depths of the ocean, here we come! Ah, the nostalgia.

On another cosmic note, “Empyreal” throws you into a galaxy unknown, filled with monoliths and space quests. Feels like being in one of those puzzling Sci-fi movies where everything’s an enigma. Excavate, survive, and discover what makes humanity tick through the eyes of… uh, game developers. Yeah, pretty much.

And flying even higher (okay, above the clouds): “Penguin Flight: Beyond The Clouds.” Our feathery friend defying gravity. Gorgeous 2D graphics and puzzles. Levels with, um, balloons and stuff. I mean, penguins and balloons — never saw that mash-up coming.

Ooh, almost forgot — if strategy isn’t your gig, there’s always a twisty-turny “Revenge of the Savage Planet.” Set in a world of corporate screw-ups, the survival is real. No safety nets here, folks. Just you, some alien upgrades, and a face-off against capitalism in space. It’s a whole mood.

Somewhere in the queue, we have “Eyes: The Horror Game” — another one where being alert saves your hide. Haunted houses? Check. Creepy schools? You betcha. Run through suffocating spaces while collecting runes and evading spooky foes. Spooky but intriguing. What gives?

I’m gonna need a breather before “The Abandoned Planet.” Puzzles, mysterious planets, and hidden secrets. It’s enough to make any puzzle fan dance a jig. If Myst and LucasArts inspire you, then here’s your pot of gold. Bringing pixels back, one puzzle at a time.

Lastly, steer your way through “Truck Simulator Cargo Driver 2025 – USA” — it’s a trucking bonanza! Big rigs, bigger roads, all-American adventures. Deliver cargo, meet deadlines, maybe squint at road signs (I know I would). Nothing like a road trip from the comfort of a couch.

I feel like I’ve spilled the popcorn here, but that’s next week in gaming for you! Each title’s got its wow factor, check their profiles for more jazz. Promise, no clickbait. Enjoy your gaming, stay awesome, and keep an eye err… an eye on those release dates. They love to play peek-a-boo.