We won’t be “Telling Lies” about these titles.
(February 3, Cloud/Console)
Contrast is a puzzle platformer with a very clever twist. You can manipulate shadows in the environment, then jump into a 2D shadow world to find your way through the level.
9. Dreamscaper
Dreamscaper is two games in one: Fight your way through a roguelike action RPG set in your dreams AND build relationships with your neighbors in the real world (in exchange for various upgrades).
(February 3, Cloud/Console/PC)
Telling Lies takes the investigative gameplay of the developer’s Her Story to another level. The game plays out on a virtual desktop where you’ll comb through secretly recorded video chats to solve an open-ended mystery.
(February 10, Console)
Remedy Entertainment’s Control leaves Game Pass this month, but it’s being replaced by the developer’s latest, CrossfireX. It brings a single-player campaign to the world of the wildly popular multiplayer shooter Crossfire.
(February 10, Cloud/Console/PC)
Made by a tiny indie team, Edge of Eternity is a sprawling turn-based RPG with a massive open world. It’s not the most original of games, but its gorgeous graphics and satisfying battles make up for it.
(February 10, Cloud/Console/PC)
The roguelike Skul: The Hero Slayer boasts 100 playable characters, which you switch between by literally replacing your head. Combining their abilities makes for an extremely customizable playstyle in the game’s fast-paced combat.
(February 14, Cloud/Console/PC)
Why play Ark rather than one of the many other multiplayer survival games out there? It’s simple — this one lets you ride dinosaurs. The Ultimate Survivor Edition includes all of the game’s DLC, adding a ridiculous amount of extra content.
(February 14, Cloud/Console/PC)
Behind Infernax’s lovely pixel art is an old-school action platformer with RPG customization and a story that changes based on your choices. It’s like a Valentine’s Day gift for Castlevania fans.