Coming Up on Xbox: Fresh Games from May 5 to 9

Alright, so here’s a bunch of new stuff coming to Xbox. There’s a load of games hitting the lineup, and I’ve got the rundown—let’s dive straight in, shall we?

First up, there’s “Age of Empires II: DE – The Three Kingdoms.” You know, it’s wild how they still manage to churn out new stuff for this classic. This time we’re battling it out in China, trying to see which kingdom’s the boss. Shu, Wei, or Wu? Who’s your money on? Also, there’s some talk of new civilizations—Jurchens and Khitans. Honestly, I’m just here for the chaos.

Then comes “King Arthur: Legion IX.” Feels like these Arthurian tales never end, right? It’s a tactical RPG, heavy on the strategy. If you’re keen on taking a little jaunt to Avalon and tussling with some knights, this one’s up your alley. Or maybe it isn’t. You decide.

Up next is “Metal Eden.” Sounds like something out of a dystopian sci-fi flick, doesn’t it? Hyper Unit Aska, suicide mission, a city that’s more trap than home—it’s all in there. It’s like the sci-fi met adventure and decided to have a party. Oh, and cybernetic warfare is on the menu. Because why not?

“Bartender Hustle” is on the list too—because why fight battles when you can craft the perfect mojito? This one’s for those who fancy a bit of flair bartending and shaking things up (literally and figuratively). They say it’s about precision and creativity. Do you need both? Probably. But who needs a plan, anyway?

Don’t get too comfy because “Submarine Survivor” wants you to dive deep—literally. Once you’re down there, you’ll be facing sea critters and collecting crystals like there’s no tomorrow. I’ve always thought submarines were a bit cramped, but hey, someone has to rule the ocean, right?

Now, twist your noggin with “Empyreal.” There’s a planet, a monolith, robots—think ancient meets high-tech. It’s got ‘complex RPG’ written all over it. If uncovering secrets is your thing, grab this iron mystery because someone has to dig through these galactic leftovers.

Want to fly? “Penguin Flight: Beyond the Clouds” wants to send you soaring—all pixelated and 2D. Defy gravity, challenge obstacles, jump, dash… what more can a penguin do? Charles the penguin is on a mission, and frankly, it sounds like a feathery journey worth taking.

I could keep going—there’s “Revenge of the Savage Planet” where the endgame is corporate vengeance, “Spirit of the North 2” for the folks keen on saving guardians and stuff, and “The Abandoned Planet” where you sort of solve puzzles and run around after an astronaut lands on a mysterious chunk of rock planet. Oh, and don’t forget “Truck Simulator Cargo Driver 2025 – USA.” Gotta keep the wheels turning and the cargo moving, my friend!

And wrapping up, “AMAZE!” is like popping a ball through a maze while painting—oddly specific but oddly engaging, too. Ends with “Eyes: The Horror Game” letting you wander through haunted places trying to stay alive.

Anyway, that’s the lineup. Pick what floats your boat—or maybe your submarine. Me, I’ll probably end up testing them all and getting pleasantly lost.