10 Intriguing Xbox Indie Games To Look Out For In January 2024
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We recently published our huge list of major Xbox Series X|S games arriving in 2024, but what about the lesser-known indie titles? Indie games in general don't get as much attention as their AAA counterparts, and while we'd love to give them all a great deal of coverage, there's unfortunately just not enough time in the day for that!

So, we're trying something a bit different here. Going forward, we'll pick out ten Xbox indie games that are set to release every month, starting with January 2024. Some of these you might have heard of (especially the Xbox Game Pass titles), but we're hoping at least a few of them will be total surprises that could pique your interest.

Of course, this isn't an exhaustive list of every Xbox game arriving in 2024, so if you want the entire selection (that we're updating on a near-daily basis), you'll want to check out our New Xbox Games Release Dates in 2024 guide.

Without further ado, here are 10 intriguing Xbox indie games to look out for in January 2024:

The Spy Who Shot Me - January 4

The spy who shot me™ is a comedy retro FPS inspired by classic shooters of the 90s.. Take the roll of super spy Agent7! As he fights against the evil S.C.U.M.

Cynthia: Hidden in the Moonshadow - January 10

Emotional, 3rd-person, story-driven, adventure game focused on solving puzzles and using stealth mechanics. Use your bow to interact with environmental elements. Sneak, climb or distract guards to move further unnoticed. Solve light puzzles alongside your path to rescue your loved one.

Electrician Simulator - January 11

Take on the electrician role and learn the profession's basics! Install sockets, repair worn-out equipment, assemble broken appliances, replace light bulbs, and lay wires at your customers' homes. Be sure to check everything twice, with electricity there are no jokes!

Shinorubi - January 12

Inspired by classic Japanese shooting games, SHINORUBI is a pure dose of adrenaline and frenetic arcade action with all the best aspects of Japanese bullet hell games, all in a polished, accessible with many levels of difficulties.

Turnip Boy Robs A Bank - January 18 (Game Pass)

Turnip Boy is back! This time he’s teaming up with the fearsome Pickled Gang to plan and execute the weirdest heist of all time. Shake down hostages, steal precious valuables, battle the fuzz, and use wacky tools bought off the dark web to move further into the vaults of the Botanical Bank.

Palworld - January 19 (Game Pass)

Fight, farm, build and work alongside mysterious creatures called "Pals" in this completely new multiplayer, open world survival and crafting game!

Howl - January 23

Howl is a turn-based tactical folktale set in medieval times. A sinister "howling plague" has ravaged the land, turning all who hear it into feral beasts. You play a deaf heroine plunging into danger in search of a cure.

Lil' Guardsman - January 23

Imagine you're a 12 year old, suddenly in charge of the guard shed at the castle gate, where you decide if elves, goblins and 100+ other characters should be admitted. It's a wonderful combination of deduction, narrative and puzzle games.

Go Mecha Ball - January 25 (Game Pass)

Load up and roll out, in this twin stick shooter with roguelike progression! Blast your way through arcade-style levels, using pinball-style physics mixed with an arsenal of devastating weapons. Defeat waves of enemy bots, battle big bosses, and upgrade your mech between runs

The Lost Legends of Redwall: The Scout Anthology - January 31

A narrative puzzle-adventure game based on Brian Jacques' Redwall™️ book series. Vicious searats are invading the once peaceful Mossflower wood and it's up to the Lilygrove Scout Corps' newest recruit to save the day. Play as Sophia or Liam on their adventure to Redwall Abbey!

Which Xbox indie games are you most looking forward to in January 2024? Tell us down below.