MeinMMO presents you the 10 most interesting multiplayer games for the Xbox Series X that you can play from the launch of the console in November 2020: These are the launch titles.
What kind of games are these? In our article, we present the most interesting games for the Xbox Series X with a focus on multiplayer. There is also a small outlook on the single-player games that are also planned as launch titles. All of them are supposed to be available with the release of the Xbox Series X.
When is the release of the Xbox Series X? According to rumors and leaks, the launch of the Xbox Series X is expected to take place in November. An exact date has not yet been announced.
The Senior Communications Manager at Xbox, Will Tuttle, also recently spoke about the release of the Xbox Series X in a conversation with Xbox Wire. The mention of November was made as well.
Xbox Series X Release – These multiplayer games await you
Some games will be available right at the release of the Xbox Series X and offer you a decent multiplayer mode or even focus entirely on multiplayer. We present the games to you here.
Marvel’s Avengers
Genre: Action-Adventure | Developer: Crystal Dynamics | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 | Release Date: September 4, 2020 | Model: Buy2Play
What is Marvel’s Avengers? In Marvel’s Avengers, you take on the roles of various superheroes from the Marvel universe. Each character is supposed to have their own skill trees and thus differentiate from each other. The missions can be completed in co-op or single-player with the support of AI. MeinMMO author Philipp Hansen was able to extensively try out the beta of Marvel’s Avengers.
This is what the multiplayer offers: The multiplayer offers missions for up to four players. The tasks are given to you by various known people from the Marvel universe. While there will be no raids, the difficulty should still be challenging enough in co-op. The multiplayer of Marvel’s Avengers feels a bit like Destiny 2.
Watch Dogs: Legion
Genre: Action-Adventure | Developer: Ubisoft Toronto | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 | Release Date: October 29, 2020 | Model: Buy2Play
What is Watch Dogs: Legion? In the third part of the action series, you are again using hacker abilities in an open world – this time in the future London. The special feature of Legion: You can take control of any NPC in the open game world. This way, you build up a team of avatars with special specialties, between which you can switch at any time. There is no predefined main character.
This is what the multiplayer offers: Watch Dogs: Legion is supposed to have an extensive multiplayer mode with restrictions: It should be possible to explore the world together and master co-op missions as well as endgame content. The online mode is also supposed to be regularly expanded with new content such as more modes and events.
FIFA 21
Genre: Sports Simulation| Developer: EA Sports | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 | Release Date: October 9, 2020
What is FIFA 21? FIFA 21 is the successor to the successful FIFA 20. Even in the newest installment, numerous licenses are available to you, and with FIFA Ultimate Team, Volta, Career, or Pro Clubs, several game modes are at your disposal.
This is what the multiplayer offers: In the new installment of FIFA, all important online modes are again included. FIFA Ultimate Team is also back in FIFA 21, and you can build your team from various cards. And FIFA Ultimate Team also gets a cool upgrade: Soon you will be able to play the online mode in online co-op. This was previously only possible in couch co-op and not online.
NBA 2K21
Genre: Sports Simulation| Developer: Visual Concepts | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 | Release Date: September 4, 2020
What is NBA 2K21? This is the basketball simulation series from 2K Games. The game offers you the official licenses of the North American professional league National Basketball Association. According to the developer, especially the graphics and online features are to be significantly improved.
This is what the multiplayer offers: Like its predecessor NBA 2K20, NBA 2K21 will also offer plenty of multiplayer fun. “My Team” is comparable to FUT in FIFA. Here you assemble your own team and play against other players. NBA 2K20 is even represented in e-sports, which should also apply to 2K21.
Fortnite
Genre: Multiplayer Shooter | Developer: Epic Games | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 | Release Date: July 25, 2020
What is Fortnite? Fortnite is one of the most popular battle royale games. 100 players are dropped onto a map and fight against each other until only one remains. To do this, you collect weapons and equipment while the map shrinks due to a storm. The game world is almost entirely destructible, and you can build your own structures.
This is what the multiplayer offers: Battle royale style, you fight against other players and teams on a map and try to survive. Epic is constantly coming up with something new.
Currently, Fortnite Season 3 has started and thanks to a crossover with Marvel’s Avengers, you can get some Hulk gloves for Fortnite for free.
WRC 9
Genre: Racing Game | Developer: Kylotonn Entertainment | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 | Release Date: September 4, 2020
What is WRC 9? WRC 9 is a rally simulation series with the official license of the FIA World Rally Championship. You can rely on over 50 official teams. Compared to its predecessor, there are three new events in Japan, New Zealand, and Kenya. In this part, multiplayer races are again included.
This is what the multiplayer offers: WRC 9 will again offer an extensive multiplayer. WRC 8 already provided plenty of challenges against other players with online leaderboards, weekly challenges, and a split-screen mode. The successor will probably retain similar features.
Destiny 2
Genre: Shooter | Developer: Bungie | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 | Release Date: September 6, 2017
What is Destiny 2? Destiny 2 is a multiplayer online shooter with MMO elements from developer Bungie. This time, it’s all about the Guardians going into new worlds and fighting enemies for plenty of loot with powerful weapons and cool abilities. Bungie announced at the last Xbox event that Destiny 2 will be released in an enhanced version on the Xbox Series X.
This is what the multiplayer offers: Destiny 2 fully relies on its multiplayer component. Co-op is an important aspect of the loot shooter, and challenging raids are also on the agenda. Alternatively, you can plunge into PvP. The new expansion Beyond Light for Destiny 2 is also scheduled to be released on November 11. This could also be an indication of a possible release window for the Xbox Series X.
Rainbow Six Siege
Genre: Shooter | Developer: Ubisoft | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 | Release Date: December 1, 2015
What is Rainbow Six Siege? Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege is a team shooter where five players per team compete against each other. You take on the role of various characters, known as Operators, who possess different abilities.
Microsoft confirmed that Rainbow Six Siege should run smoothly on the Xbox Series X. Creative Director Leroy Athanassoff also stated that cross-gen play, meaning matches between Xbox One and Xbox Series X, would be possible (via games.ch).
This is what the multiplayer offers: One team takes on the role of the defender in Rainbow Six Siege, while the opposing players are the attackers. There are various game modes, such as securing areas, rescuing hostages, or defusing a bomb, which is comparable to Counter-Strike or Valorant.
Sea of Thieves
Genre: Action-Adventure | Developer: Rare | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | Release Date: March 20, 2018
What is Sea of Thieves? Sea of Thieves is a multiplayer pirate game in an open Caribbean-themed island world. You fight in first-person perspective and search for treasures. You can team up with other players and fight against other ships and their crews on the open seas. At launch, the game offered three factions that focus on combat, transport, or treasure hunting. Developer Rare is continually developing the game further.
For 2019, Rare had big plans for Sea of Thieves and provided a substantial update with plenty of new content. A lot could still happen in 2020.
This is what the multiplayer offers: Sea of Thieves does not offer a classic MMORPG experience. Rather, the game focuses on a fast gameplay experience without a complex rule set. Meanwhile, there is an arena mode that relies solely on pure PvP. Here, players compete to bring the most loot to the Sea Dogs faction.
Gears 5
Genre: Shooter | Developer: Black Tusk Studios | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | Release Date: September 10, 2019
What is Gears of War 5? Gears 5 continues the famous “Gears of War” series. Like its predecessors, Gears 5 relies on the tried-and-true “Duck and Cover” gameplay. The story picks up where part 4 left off. Kait Diaz, an outsider of Locust descent, wants to uncover her ancestry.
This is what the multiplayer offers: Gears 5 offers a local split-screen mode for three players. Alternatively, the game also provides an online co-op that offers additional game modes alongside the campaign.
Xbox Series X Launch Games: These games are also available
There are some more launch titles for the Xbox Series X that we want to briefly introduce to you here. We have selected the most interesting titles that you should keep an eye on.
- Yakuza: Like a Dragon: You take on the role of Yakuza Ichiban, who has been in prison for 18 years. The game places great emphasis on strong storytelling and much of the humor that characterizes the series. A comprehensive preview of Yakuza: Like a Dragon can be found with our colleagues at GamePro.
- Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla: Valhalla will be the latest installment of the well-known Ubisoft series and takes place in medieval England this time. Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla does not have a real multiplayer, but it has some online components.
- Chivalry 2: Chivalry 2 is a first-person action fighting game. You battle your way through your competitors in a medieval world. The game emphasizes a hefty combat system.
- Control: This is a third-person shooter from the Finnish developer studio Remedy Entertainment. As Jesse Faden, you fight against a supernatural power.
- DIRT 5: A racing game that focuses on off-road racing. Dynamic weather is supposed to make the gameplay particularly interesting.
- Forza Horizon 4: Forza Horizon 4 is an open-world racing game.
- Gears Tactics: Is a turn-based strategy game in the Gears universe. You control a group of soldiers from a top-down perspective.
- Madden NFL 21: Is the next installment of the well-known American football video game series. Again, it also has the licenses of the National Football League.
- Ori and the Will of the Wisps: The sequel to the successful jump-and-run hit is also coming for the Xbox Series X. Microsoft promises a specially adapted version for the new console.
- Planet Coaster: Console Edition: The park simulation makes its way to the Xbox Series X. In the adapted version, you can also build your theme parks on the Xbox Series X.
- Scorn is a first-person horror shooter for Windows and the Xbox Series X. You explore a twisted horror world.
- Second Extinction: Second Extinction is a cooperative first-person shooter for three players. Your goal is to exterminate the mutated dinosaurs.
- The Falconeer: An air combat game in an open world where you control powerful warbirds. Weapons, abilities, and warbirds are fully customizable.
Xbox Series X: These are no longer launch games
- The Ascent: Is a solo and co-op action RPG set in a cyberpunk world. You fight on behalf of the mega-corporation Ascent. Microsoft has postponed The Ascent to 2021.
- Halo Infinite: The first-person shooter once again takes place in the Halo universe. It continues the story of Master Chief in the third chapter of the “Reclaimer Saga” and ties into Halo 5: Guardians. Halo Infinite has been postponed to 2021.
- The Medium: A third-person psychological horror game. You play as Marianna, who can communicate with ghosts and is plagued by visions of a child murder. The game was supposed to release on December 10 but has now been pushed to January 28, 2020 (via GameSpot.com).
Here you can find more information about the Xbox Series X: If you’re looking for more news about Microsoft’s new console, we have compiled all the important information about the Xbox Series X for you.
