Surprising Xbox Game Pass sequel released unexpectedly in Early Access on Xbox and PC, marking the arrival of this substantial endeavor.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers and PC gamers can now get their hands on the highly anticipated sequel to Descenders, titled Descenders Next. The game, developed by RageSquid and published by No More Robots, is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox PC app, and Steam, with plans to release on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in the future.
Descenders Next was initially scheduled for release on April 9 but was delayed to incorporate playtest feedback. The game is now available in Early Access and Xbox Game Preview, with updates planned over the next two years to reach a "1.0" state.
The game features procedurally generated open-world maps with four different biomes, offering a unique and dynamic gaming experience. Descenders Next focuses on boarding sports, with snowboarding and mountainboarding available at launch. The developers aim to deliver "the ultimate extreme sports game" to its fans, with plans to add new environmental biomes, multiplayer modes, and official mod support, as well as new sports like skiing.
Descenders, the original game, was widely praised for its controls, simulated physics, and procedurally generated maps and courses. It sold over 30 million copies and was the eighth most-played title on Xbox Game Pass in 2020 after being added to the service.
In a move to make the game more accessible, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is offering 1-month memberships for $10.19, providing a discount on Microsoft's service. Descenders Next can also be purchased on Xbox, the Xbox PC app, and Steam for $29.99.
Descenders Next is currently available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox PC app, and Steam. Players are encouraged to share their thoughts on Descenders Next through the official Descenders Discord server, forums, and social media channels like YouTube and TikTok.
While Sony console users will have to wait for the official release on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, the developers have confirmed their intention to bring the game to these platforms eventually. No specific release date has been announced yet.
Stay tuned for updates on Descenders Next and get ready to experience the ultimate extreme sports game!
- Although Descenders Next was initially scheduled to release on April 9, it was delayed to incorporate playtest feedback and is now available in Early Access and Xbox Game Preview.
- Descenders Next can be purchased on Xbox, the Xbox PC app, and Steam for $29.99, and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is offering 1-month memberships for $10.19.
- Descenders Next is developed by RageSquid and published by No More Robots, and is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Xbox PC app, and Steam, with plans to release on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in the future.
- Descenders Next features procedurally generated open-world maps with four different biomes, focusing on boarding sports like snowboarding and mountainboarding, and the developers aim to deliver "the ultimate extreme sports game" with future additions like new environmental biomes, multiplayer modes, and official mod support, as well as new sports like skiing.
