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Each publication has one vote. Its scores are converted to 0–100 and averaged, then publication averages are averaged equally. Metacritic, OpenCritic and vidgetc scores are shown separately.

GeoJelly

PCXbox Series X|SXbox One
November 5, 2026 (Xbox and Microsoft Store PC)
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Publication score0 publications · /100

A 2D puzzle platformer about a jelly creature escaping a laboratory. Charge a jump, choose its direction and avoid hazards. Collect diamonds to unlock more stages. Easy mode assists your aim, while Hard mode demands a sharper feel for each jump.

MANIC MINER

PCXbox Series X|SNintendo SwitchXbox One
November 5, 2026 (reimagined edition; Xbox, Microsoft PC, Switch)
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Publication score0 publications · /100

A reimagining of the 1983 platformer authorized by creator Matthew Smith. Collect objects and negotiate dangerous caverns before oxygen runs out. Choose classic or modern visuals across the original 20 stages. Updated controls, rearranged music and an interactive history accompany the game.

Next of Kin: Epiphany

Xbox Series X|S
November 5, 2026 (Xbox Series X|S)
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Publication score0 publications · /100

A detective adventure starring private investigator Dennis Monroe, who pursues a killer that has haunted the city for more than twenty years. The conclusion to the Next of Kin trilogy combines location exploration, evidence gathering and suspect questioning through the Expose system.

The Slormancer

PCXbox Series X|S
November 5, 2026 (Xbox and Microsoft Store PC)
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Publication score0 publications · /100

A pixel-art action RPG about outcasts fighting the Slormancer’s army. Choose a knight, huntress or mage and explore dungeons. Combine skills, weapons and loot into your own combat style. The November date concerns Xbox and Microsoft Store editions, not the original Steam release.

Catnigma

PC
November 5, 2026
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Publication score0 publications · /100

A puzzle game about a flying cat collecting fish. It keeps moving in the chosen direction until an obstacle stops it. Use portals and plan routes through 30 levels before returning to the magical box.

Borbs

PC
November 9, 2026 (Windows/macOS)
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Publication score0 publications · /100

A puzzle game about reuniting round birds with their flock. Its hand-drawn characters are based on real species. Solve increasingly difficult challenges, unlock photographs and bird calls, and compete for high scores.

Between Cats

PC
November 9, 2026 (Windows/macOS)
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Publication score0 publications · /100

A spatial puzzle game about cats and mice. Slide cats until each row and column has exactly one empty space. There are 120 levels and 40 cats of different shapes and sizes. Color themes let you change the board’s appearance.

Chicken Invaders Collection

PCXbox Series X|SXbox One
November 6, 2026 (Xbox / Microsoft Store PC)
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Publication score0 publications · /100

A collection of five arcade-shooter episodes about defending Earth from space chickens. Pilot a ship against waves of invaders. This edition updates graphics and weapons and adds ship customization. Play alone or in co-op.

Ice Cream Simulator

PCXbox Series X|S
June 5, 2026 (Steam); November 6, 2026 (Xbox / Microsoft Store PC)
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Publication score1 publications · /100

A simulation of running an ice cream shop. Prepare orders, combine ingredients and serve customers. Hire staff, decorate the premises and expand the business while adapting to weather and customer needs.

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