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This Week on Xbox: Best Games for November 2024

This Week on Xbox: Best Games for November 2024

Welcome to This Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature, we cover all the best games for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass! Get more details on these forthcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in!

Forza Motorsport

Turn 10 Studios

Forza-Motorsport

★★★★★

Forza Motorsport – October 2024 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Forza Motorsport officially launched in October 2024 but remained one of the biggest new releases for Xbox in November. The game’s incredible graphics, realistic driving physics, and extensive car roster made it a top choice for racing enthusiasts. It was one of the most anticipated titles of the year, and its polished performance on the Xbox Series X|S made it a standout in November.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III

Activision

Call of Duty Modern Warfare III

Call of Duty Modern Warfare III

★★★★★

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III – November 2024 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Released on November 2024, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III continued the action-packed, military shooter tradition of its predecessors. This latest installment featured a gripping single-player campaign, new multiplayer modes, and the continuation of the popular Warzone battle royale mode. The game’s smooth performance and action-packed gameplay quickly made it one of the top new Xbox titles of November.

 

Assassin’s Creed: Nexus VR

Ubisoft

Assassin’s Creed

★★★★★

Assassin’s Creed: Nexus VR – November 2024 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

While Assassin’s Creed has always been a popular franchise, Assassin’s Creed: Nexus VR launched for Xbox VR in November 2024, bringing the series to virtual reality for the first time. In this immersive VR experience, players could live the life of an assassin, parkouring through historical cities, blending into crowds, and completing stealthy assassinations. It was a groundbreaking release in the VR space, adding an exciting new dimension to the Assassin’s Creed franchise on Xbox.

Baldur’s Gate 3

Larian Studios

Baldur’s Gate 3

★★★★★

Baldur’s Gate 3 – November 2024 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Although Baldur’s Gate 3 had been available on PC for a while, its highly anticipated Xbox release came in November 2024. The game’s combination of deep RPG mechanics, turn-based combat, and rich storytelling made it a major hit. The Xbox version brought the full experience, including all the updates and improvements made since its original launch, allowing RPG fans to dive into the expansive world of Faerûn for the first time on their consoles.

Mortal Kombat 1

NetherRealm Studios

Mortal Kombat 1

★★★★★

 

Mortal Kombat 1 – November 2024 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Mortal Kombat 1 was a reboot of the beloved fighting game franchise, launching on Xbox in November 2024. This title brought fresh visuals, new characters, and an updated combat system while retaining the series’ signature brutal fatalities and over-the-top action. Fans of fighting games flocked to this new installment, making it one of the top new releases on Xbox in November.

Spider-Man 2: Shadow of the Web

Insomniac Games

Spider-Man 2: Shadow of the Web

★★★★★

Spider-Man 2: Shadow of the Web – November 2024 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

While Spider-Man 2 primarily made waves on PlayStation, its release in November 2024 for Xbox also captured attention. Featuring both Peter Parker and Miles Morales, Shadow of the Web continued the open-world, action-adventure gameplay the series is known for, with new abilities, villains, and web-slinging mechanics. It became a highly praised addition to Xbox’s action-adventure catalog.

Diablo IV: Return to Sanctuary

Blizzard Entertainment

Diablo IV Return to Sanctuary

★★★★★

Diablo IV: Return to Sanctuary – November 2024 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

The expansion Return to Sanctuary for Diablo IV was released in November 2024, bringing new story content, dungeons, and mechanics to the action RPG. This DLC kept Diablo IV relevant and exciting for both new and returning players, further cementing the game as one of the leading action RPGs on Xbox.

Star Wars: The Dark Forces

EA Motive

★★★★★

 

Star Wars: The Dark Forces – November 2024 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Star Wars: The Dark Forces launched in November 2024 as a reimagining of the classic first-person shooter. Set in the Star Wars universe, players took on the role of Kyle Katarn as they fought against the Empire in thrilling combat scenarios. The game combined modern gameplay mechanics with nostalgia, making it a hit for Star Wars fans on Xbox.

Lords of the Fallen

CI Games

Lords of The Fallen

★★★★★

 

Lords of the Fallen – November 2024 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

Lords of the Fallen launched on Xbox in November 2024 as a dark fantasy action RPG. With its challenging combat system, atmospheric world, and RPG elements, it drew comparisons to Dark Souls while offering a unique setting and story. The game’s intense difficulty and deep lore made it an exciting new release for hardcore action RPG fans.

The Outer Worlds

Obsidian Entertainment

outer world

★★★★★

 

The Outer Worlds – November 2020 Optimized for Xbox Series X|S

The Outer Worlds was a highly anticipated follow-up to the cult-favorite RPG, and it launched on Xbox in November 2024. The game continued the series’ satirical take on space exploration, offering a blend of humor, action, and role-playing choices. With its distinctive art style and narrative-driven gameplay, it quickly became a top title for RPG fans.


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