Category: ID@XboxSeptember 9, 2025ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest Starts Today – Check Out All the Games IncludedJessica RonnellSr. Developer Engagement Manager, XboxWe’re thrilled to announce that our Indie Selects Demo Fest has begun, featuring more than 40 exciting game demos available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Like our last Demo Fest, you can download and play these games anytime between September 9 and September 30.You can start playing demos today, and we encourage you to keep exploring them all month long. All demos are available in the dedicated Indie Selects Demo Fest collection on the Xbox Store. We’d love for you to share your feedback with the developers!Please remember that most demos offer an early glimpse of gameplay and may differ from the final version at launch, including which countries will have access as developers continue to polish their games.We’re also excited to share that 6 newly announced games below are coming to Xbox!Breaking Gates – Ylun Games/Nuntius GamesBreaking Gates is a fast-paced 2D action-RPG with hand-drawn visuals and a focus on responsive combat and constant progression. Inspired by classic platformers and modern hack ’n’ slash titles, the game offers a dynamic mix of exploration, character upgrades, and frantic real-time battles.Faith: The Unholy Trinity – Airdorf Games/New Blood InteractiveThe cult indie horror sensation finally arrives on Xbox. What you are about to do has not been approved by the Vatican. As a young priest, struggle against demons, insane cultists, and your own weakening faith in this pixel horror game inspired by the era of classic 8-bit gaming and the “Satanic Scare” of the 1980s. M O R T I S.Halls of Torment – Chasing CarrotsSlay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?Possessions – Lucid LabsPossessions is a reality-twisting adventure that challenges the way you see the world. Immerse yourself in a minimalist, atmospheric world free from text and distractions, where every rotation and alignment uncovers hidden paths and silent stories.Whether you’re looking for a relaxing break or a thoughtful challenge, Possessions offers an immersive journey that stimulates your mind and soothes your senses. It’s a game about discovery, perception, and the quiet thrill of seeing the world from a new angle.Awaken – Astral Blade – Dark Pigeon Games/ESDigital GamesWeave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?Echoes of the Plum Grove – Unwound Games/indie.ioA new life awaits in Honeywood! Build a thriving community that will last generations in this cozy farm simulator. Farm, socialize, make friends, cook, craft, forage and uncover the secrets of the island! If someone doesn’t want to be friends? There are always other means.ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest – Full List of DemosIn addition to those newly announced titles, you’ll find an impressive collection of creative and unique games available for you to experience firsthand! Check out the line-up below for a list of participating games and their developers in this year’s ID@Xbox Demo Fest:A Pizza Delivery – Dolores EntertainmentAdventures of a Cat in Space – Tall Story Games/Little Seeds MusicAikyam – Thousand Stars StudioAngry Video Game Nerd 8-bit – Mega Cat Studios/Programancer/RetrowareAwaken – Astral Blade – Dark Pigeon Games/ESDigital GamesBaki Hanma: Blood Arena – Purple Tree/Purple PlayBeacon of Neyda – Ghost Creative StudioBefore I Go – J’s LabratoryBiped 2 – META PublishingBit ESC – EssssamBonnie Bear Saves Frogtime – Bonte Avond Studios/offbrand gamesBreaking Gates – Ylun Games/Nuntius GamesBrews & Bastards – Mune StudioBylina – Far Far Games/ESDigital GamesCats on Duty – Prikol Team/ESDigital GamesCyberwar Neon City – CyberMonkey Studios/GoGo GamesDead Reset – Dark Rift Horror/Wales InteractiveDeck of Haunts – Dangen EntertainmentDetective Dotson – Masala Games PrivateEcho Weaver – Moonlight Kids/Akupara GamesEchoes of the Plum Grove – Unwound Games/indie.ioFaith: The Unholy Trinity – Airdorf Games/New Blood InteractiveFloralis – SolidCore GamesForgotlings – Throughline Games/HitcentsFractal Space – Haze GamesGloomy Eyes – Fishing Cactus/Untold TalesHalls of Torment – Chasing CarrotsImagine Earth – Galaxies DLC – Serious Bros.Ink. – Linked Rooms Games/Brainium GamesLabyrinthine – Console Edition – Valko Games Studios/KlabaterMilitary Logistics Simulator – Nano Games/AerosoftMina The Hollower – Yacht Club GamesNeon Inferno – Zenovia Interactive/RetrowareNode: The Last Favor of the Antarii – Lapsus Games/Beep JapanPolterguys: Possession Party – Madorium/Amplified GamesPossessions – Lucid LabsPotions: A Curious Tale – Stumbling CatRadiant: Guardians Of Light – Chorrus GamesRhythm Towers – innoloopRoadOut – Dangen EntertainmentSchroom Siege – Upside Down BirdSulfur – Perfect RandomThe Jackbox Party Pack 11 – Jackbox GamesTormented Souls 2 – Dual Effect/PQubeTownseek – Whales and Games/Super Rare OriginalsTruck World: Australia – HypeTrain DigitalUnder Par Golf Architect – Broken Arms GamesYet Another Zombie Survivors – Awesome Games StudioYooka-Replaylee – Playtonic Games/PM StudiosHead over to your Xbox and start enjoying these incredible game demos now! And yes, we’d love to hear what you think. Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, Discord, Twitch, Bluesky and YouTube. Stay tuned to Xbox Wire to learn more about what Team Xbox has planned and of course, have an awesome month of gaming!.post-template-default .xwsrc-block-content-block .wp-block-column.flex-basis-50.push--25.column--content {flex: 100%;margin-left: 0;} Related Stories for “ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest Starts Today – Check Out All the Games Included” Category: Next Week on XboxNext Week on Xbox: New Games for September 8 to 12 Category: ID@XboxID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest Is Heading Your Way Next Week Category: ID@XboxStar Trucker at One: Past, Present and a Peek Around the Bend The post ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest Starts Today – Check Out All the Games Included appeared first on Xbox Wire.