Unlocked The Winners from Xbox’s Partner Showcase (Fall 2025) – Unlocked 716
Nov 20, 2025
Dive into the highlights from Xbox's Fall 2025 Partner Preview! Discover the roguelike charm of Vampire Crawlers and the thrilling gameplay of Tides of Annihilation. Explore Erosion's playful voxel Western aesthetic and the turn-based delights of Echo Generation 2. Enjoy the co-op horror vibes of The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, along with exciting reveals like 007 First Light and Total Chaos, a surreal horror inspired by Doom. There's plenty of game innovation and excitement to unpack!
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Partner Showcase Is For Third-Party Spotlights
- The Fall 2025 Xbox Partner Preview emphasized third-party and indie titles rather than first-party blockbusters.
- Hosts saw it as a useful stage for smaller developers while major reveals may await The Game Awards.
Vampire Survivors Hooked Michael
- Michael confessed Vampire Survivors dominated his Steam Deck time and he got hooked for months.
- That personal history made him intrigued but cautious about Vampire Crawlers' twist on the formula.
Unedited Boss Fight Sells Confidence
- Tides of Annihilation stood out for a raw, unedited boss fight that showcased actual gameplay.
- The team used that approach to build confidence in the game's scale and combat fidelity.