Best Xbox One games coming next week: Borderlands 3, Gears 5, and more

Every week, numerous games launch on Xbox One, but which ones truly stand out? Here are some of the biggest and most anticipated titles launching across Microsoft’s platforms next week. We have a few new AAA releases on Xbox One, but there are still a few surprises here and there. Notably, Borderlands 3 is finally launching on the console, and Gears 5: Standard Edition offers an interesting take on the third-person shooter genre. With that in mind, here are all the best games launching next week, between September 9 and 13.

Most anticipated Xbox One games for 2019 and beyond

Borderlands 3

Borderlands 3 is an upcoming open-world shooter that takes place in a crazy universe. You have to go from planet to planet, exploring alien vaults, and taking on new foes known as the Calypso Twins.

Borderlands 3 should launch on September 13, starting at $60. The game features a 4K resolution mode and 60 frames per second (FPS) option. The 4K mode is locked to 30 FPS, while the 60 FPS mode reduces the resolution to 1080p.

Gears 5 is an upcoming third-person shooter from Microsoft’s The Coalition team. The studio has worked on Gears of War 4 in the past, and it wants to make the sequel an even bigger adventure. The title is also more advanced on a technical front. According to Gears 5’s Multiplayer Design Director, the franchise will feature 60 Hz servers for the first time.

Gears 5: Standard Edition should launch on September 10, priced at $60. The game is also included with Xbox Game Pass. Lastly, the Gears 5 runs at 4K resolution and 60 FPS on Xbox One X.

In GreedFall, yo explore uncharted new lands as you set foot on a remote island seeping with magic, filled with riches, lost secrets, and fantastic creatures. Forge this new world’s destiny, as you befriend or betray companions and entire factions. With diplomacy, deception, and force, become part of a living, evolving world.

GreedFall should launch on September 10, priced at $50. The game features Xbox One X enhancements.

These are the biggest games launching soon, and many of them seem like absolutely thrilling experiences. Be sure to check out Borderlands 3 and Gears 5: Standard Edition because they appear to be the most unique games out of the lot. Which titles are you interested in? Let us know.

Other experiences like Blasphemous, eFootball PES 2020, Ellen: The Game, Light Fairytale: Episode 1, NASCAR Heat 4, NHL 20, The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series, and WRC 8 FIA World Rally Championship should also release next week. If you’re looking for a break between those heavy-hitters, be sure to check out these titles games because they’re a lot of fun.

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