Next Week on Xbox: Borderlands 4, NHL 26, Garfield Kart 2, and Every Awesome Game Launching September 8–12, 2025

Xbox fans, get ready for one of the most thrilling weeks of 2025, with over 25 games debuting Next Week on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between September 8 and 12. Much like last week, this week turns the spotlight on mega-franchises—like Borderlands and EA Sports NHL—while delivering a spectrum of indies and unique genres to fit every playing style. Below is a comprehensive guide to all announced titles, with full descriptions and direct links to the Microsoft Store and Xbox profiles to help you research or buy with confidence.

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Next Week on Xbox: Major AAA Releases 

Borderlands 4 Series – September 12th

Arrives September 12 with three editions:

• Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition
  

• Borderlands 4 Deluxe Edition
  

• Borderlands 4 Standard Edition
  

Visit Borderlands 4 on Xbox.com.

Borderlands 4 brings the iconic loot-shooter action to a brand-new planet ruled by a ruthless tyrant. Four new Vault Hunters, crazy weapon customizations, and deep skill trees notch up the excitement for veterans and newcomers alike.

EA Sports NHL 26 – September 12th

• NHL 26 Deluxe Edition Xbox Series X|S
  

• NHL 26 Standard Edition Xbox Series X|S
  

Visit EA Sports NHL 26 on Xbox.com

Get ready to experience Ice-Q 2.0 with real-world-player behavior, smarter AI, and data-driven playstyles. Play now with a 10-hour EA Play trial (for Game Pass Ultimate holders), or dive in with early Deluxe Edition access.

Indie Standouts & Unique New Experiences

Ah, Love! Season 3 (Xbox One) – September 9th

• Store Link

• Ah, Love! Season 3 on Xbox.com
  A charming puzzler where you swap blocks to help hearts meet, navigating romantic zones and avoiding hazards.

Firefighting Simulator: Ignite -September 9th

• Store Link

• Xbox Profile
  Take control of a U.S. firefighter team, face dangerous blazes, rescue civilians, and discover a city’s fiery secrets.

Hellstuck: Rage With Your Friends – September 9th

• Store Link

• Xbox Profile
  A punishing platformer set in Hell; race upward with friends and immense patience! Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.

Jaden & Jasmine: The Curse of Deception -September 9th

• Store Link

• Xbox Profile
  Follow the story of Jaden Black and Jasmine Miles as espionage and morality collide across cinematic encounters.

Snack and Quack (Xbox One) -September 9th

• Store Link

• Game Page
  Logical puzzles and adorable ducks—guide ducklings across bread-laden levels!

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More New Game Highlights for September 8–12, 2025

September 10th

• 9 Lives To Defend (Store / Xbox) – Roguelike madness as Loki fends off pests!
  

• Garfield Kart 2 – All You Can Drift (Store / Xbox)
  

• Hot Stakes Casino – American Roulette (Store / Xbox)
  

• KARMA: The Dark World (Store / Xbox)
  

• Knightoban (Xbox One) (Store / Xbox)
  

• Yet Another Zombie Survivors (Game Preview) (Store / Xbox)
  

September 11th

• Dead Reset (Store / Xbox)
  

• Bananitro (Store / Xbox)

  

• Otherwar (Store / Xbox)

  

• Trasmoz Legends (Store / Xbox)

  

• Theme Park Jam (Store / Xbox)

  

• Baki Hanma: Blood Arena (Store / Xbox)

  

• Claim the Forest (Xbox One) (Store / Xbox)

  

• KEMCO RPG Selection Vol. 6 (Store / Xbox)

  

• Labyrinthine – Console Edition (Store / Xbox)

  

• Smoots Crazy Wave (Store / Xbox)

  

September 12th

• Aery – Viking Saga (Store / Xbox)

  

• Bratz: Rhythm & Style (Store / Xbox)

  

• Gloomy Eyes (Store / Xbox)

  

• Inspector Waffles Early Days (Store / Xbox)

  

• Stylist Girl (Store / Xbox)

  

• The Devil Is In The Details (Store / Xbox)

  

• Monstrous Lovers (Store / Xbox)

  

• Tank Battle Retro (Store / Xbox)

  

• Meow and the Diamond Jump (Store / Xbox)

  

• The Echo (Store / Xbox)

  

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Xbox Game Pass & Additional Coverage

Some of these releases are available via Xbox Game Pass, offering superb value to Game Pass Ultimate, PC, and Console subscribers. Players can always refer to the official Next Week on Xbox post for daily updates and full descriptions.

Check back with msftnewsnow.com throughout the week for surprise drops, store spotlights, and in-depth reviews of the week’s hottest launches.