As the calendar turns to January, Xbox Game Pass is set to welcome two thrilling new titles: Citizen Sleeper 2 and Eternal Strands. Set your reminders, because on January 28, 2025, Eternal Strands from Yellow Brick Games will make its grand entrance. Just a few days later, on January 31, 2025, the eagerly-awaited sequel, Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, will follow suit and join the collection.
### Eternal Strands
Imagine stepping into a world where magic and adventure await, crafted expertly by Yellow Brick Games. In Eternal Strands, you’ll find yourself taking on the role of Brynn, a Weaver gifted with formidable magical powers. The storyline unfolds around the once-isolated Enclave, a community that had closed itself off from the rest of the world with an unbreakable barrier for decades. Now, a group of weavers has breached the boundaries, thrusting the responsibility onto Brynn to rediscover and reclaim the cultural heart of their people.
As you delve into the untamed landscapes and the historic capital of Dynevron, you’ll wield both spells and a variety of enchanted weapons. This power is crucial in facing an array of diverse and magical foes, from constructs resembling humans to giant beasts, each one concealing secrets of this long-lost realm.
### Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector
Following the success of its remarkable predecessor, Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector promises another immersive experience grounded in tabletop RPG traditions. Once again, you’ll play as a sleeper—an artificial being created by a corporation, now on the run to escape their clutches. The game challenges you to build a network of allies among the stars, assembling a crew and securing a ship in order to carve out a new future within the Starward Belt.
Developers Jump Over the Age have expanded on the original’s mechanics by introducing an intriguing ‘Push’ ability. This new feature adds significant depth to gameplay, allowing you to sway the outcome of challenging scenarios or risk spiraling into chaos, heavily dependent on your strategic choices and timing.
Citizen Sleeper has already set a high bar as one of the standout experiences available on Xbox Game Pass. If you’re a subscriber, this is certainly one to add to your playlist. Eager to dive into these exciting new Game Pass entries? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
