The Xbox indie game showcase is live right now, and we’re updating you live on all the biggest announcements as they happen.
Officially called /twitchgaming Showcase: ID@Xbox, the showcase is a collaboration between ID@Xbox (Microsoft’s indie games program) and streaming platform Twitch and is set to feature 100 games, with new trailers and gameplay for more than 25 titles.
If you want to catch all the action live for yourself then check out our guide on how to watch the ID@Xbox live stream. We’ll be updating this piece live with all the biggest announcements from the Xbox indie game showcase as they happen.
Exomecha
Xbox Indie Showcase kicked off with a new trailer ExoMecha, a free-to-play online competitive first-person shooter. The trailer gave us a closer look at the frantic, multiplayer gameplay and is giving us major Titanfall meets Pacific Rim vibes.
For Xbox Series X, the game will have a 4K high fidelity mode and a 120 fps mode. Exomecha will also feature crossplay, so you will be able to play with your friends from both Xbox One and PC. Releasing August 2021 for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One and PC.
The Ascent
The Ascent got a new trailer, giving us a closer look at the top-down arcade shooter’s gameplay. The Ascent is a solo and co-op action RPG set in a “cyberpunk world”. In this game, mega-corporation The Ascent Group, a has collapsed, and chaos has ensued. You need to work out what happened and try to stop gangs and hostile corporations from taking over.
It’s got some serious Cyberpunk 2077 vibes and is due to release in 2021 for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One and PC (landing on Xbox Game Pass on day one)
Omno
We also got a look at gameplay for Omno, an exploration game that sees you gliding across expansive deserts, solving puzzles in a minimalist style world. Coming sometime in 2021 to Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4 and Xbox Game Pass.
The Wild at Heart
We already knew about The Wild at Heart, but Microsoft finally confirmed the game will release on May 20, 2021 during the indie game showcase. This exploration title sees you gliding across expansive deserts, solving puzzles in a minimalist style world. Currently confirmed for Xbox One and PC.
Voidtrain
If you like something a bit weird then Voidtrain may be for you. There’s a lot going on in the new trailer for Voidtrain but this first-person shooter sees you traveling between dimensions on a super train of sorts, gathering resources to upgrade your train and build better weapons. Available in single player, or in online multiplayer with up to four people. Due to release in 2022.
Moonglow Bay
Set in Canada, Moonglow Bay sees you playing as a rookie angler, coping with death of your partner. Part fishing simulator part adventure game, Moonglow Bay sees you trying to uncover what happened to your partner while trying to help rebuild the dilapidated town. It looks like Minecraft mixed with The Touyrst, with a big ol’ dash of Stardew Valley, plus there’s drop-in-drop-out local-play so you can play with friends. Coming to Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One and PC (plus Xbox Game Pass) in 2021.
Art of Rally
Previously available on PC, Microsoft revealed Art of Rally is coming to Xbox consoles – though there’s no official date. The colorful stylized racing game will be available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Xbox Game Pass.
Narita Boy
Narita Boy is a stylistic, 2D side-scrolling combat game that sees you stepping into the shoes of Narita Boy, a legendary hero called upon to defend the Digital Kingdom. It’s coming to Xbox One and PC (plus PS4 and Nintendo Switch) on March 30, 2021.
Hello Neighbor 2
We already knew Hello Neighbor 2 was on the way but this trailer gives us a better idea of what to expect from the stealth horror sequel. This time you play as a PI, who is looking into the disappearances of people from the neighborhood of Raven Brooks. You suspect Mr Peterson, the terrifying adversary from the original game, and aim to break into his house – but this time he’s even more alert. The AI in Hello Neighbor 2 constantly evolves and learns from its experiences, so expect behavior changes as more people play the game.
Hello Neighbor 2 is coming to Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One and PC. You can also play the Alpha right now.
Soup Pot
The Soup Pot is a cooking simulator game that is sure to make you hungry. You can discover and learn more than 100 recipes and cook all sorts of meals, using fresh ingredients and supermarket items. There’s even the option to improvise while making the food. Soup Pot is coming to Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One and PC in August 2021.
Rust
Rust is coming to Xbox One in Spring 2021 (between March and May). The Xbox indie game showcase gave us a look at what gameplay will look like on console.
Demon Turf
Demon Turf is a 3D platformer with attitude, which sees you playing as Beebz who is determined to take over the Demon Turfs and become the Demon Queen herself. Coming in 2021 to Xbox One, PC and Xbox Series X/S. The demo is available to play now.
Chivalry 2
We got a closer look at the upcoming Chivalry 2, a multiplayer first person slasher inspired by epic medieval movie battles. Chivalry 2 is coming to PlayStation 4, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One on June 8, 2021.
Song of Iron
Song of Iron is a side-action game about a lone warrior, who is the last of his people. The warrior sets off to find the gods so he can regain their favor and take his revenge. Coming to PC, Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One in mid-2021.
ExoOne
A zen sci-fi game, ExoOne sees you gliding around a stunning world as an alien craft. It’s coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2021.
Nobody Saves the World
Nobody Saves the World is an action-RPG from the developers of Guacamelee and sees you exploring a vast overworld, beating back calamity and generally just saving the world. Transform into a ranger, a knight, and a horse in this madcap RPG. It’s “Coming soon-ish” to Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Pc and Xbox Game Pass.
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