The Best Adventure exploration Games for Xbox One - Page 4

Update : NAIAD added at rank #21.
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Grow: Song of The Evertree (2021)

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Xbox One Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Grow: Song of the Evertree is an awe-inducing experience firmly planted between an adventure game and a sweet casual farm game. The game is beautiful with opportunities to explore the world around you and keep it casual with the gameplay, whilst feeding you the story. You get to customize your character and go on a journey to save the Evertree and nurture the world back to health from the Withering. You even get your very own sweet dragon companion!


What we like:
  • Beautiful art style & music
  • Customizable character
  • Relaxed gameplay
  • Dragon companion
  • Non-binary characters supported
  • No punishment or rush for doing things wrong
What could be improved:
  • Slow going
  • Not strictly accessible in terms of customization options

  • farming
  • simulation
  • city-building
  • sandbox
  • open-world
  • exploration
  • wholesome
  • world-crafting
  • management
  • relaxing
  • cute
  • agriculture
  • colourful
  • life
  • adventure

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Death's Door (2021)

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PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone Android Xbox One Xbox Series X

Death's Door is an action-adventure game that follows a crow reaping souls. You must explore the world of doors, find each one and battle enemies while unlocking new skills and magic powers. The game features smooth controls, great aesthetics and an in-depth story that will keep you engaged for hours.


What we like:
  • Challenging boss battles
  • Meaningful dialogue about life and death
  • Excellent exploration and hidden areas
  • Fluid and accessible combat
  • Beautiful art style and graphics
What could be improved:
  • Lack of a map can be frustrating
  • Can rely too much on obnoxious enemy waves
  • Linear

  • dungeon
  • boss
  • isometric
  • zelda
  • action-adventure
  • boss-fight
  • combat
  • souls
  • exploration
  • puzzle
  • platform
  • adventure
  • fight
  • challenging
  • battle

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Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015)

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Xbox One stadia Xbox 360 Linux Mac OS PC Windows Playstation 4

Platforming is back in this new iconic iteration of the famous action adventure franchise. The new combat system offers more stealth and sneak attack options and you can now explore underwater. Young lara is still battleling for survival and will be able to make her way using improvised weapons and crafting upgrades for them.


  • puzzle
  • stealth
  • adventure
  • exploration
  • platform
  • combat
  • action-adventure
  • action
  • survival
  • crafting
  • shooter
  • cover
  • supernatural
  • card
  • narrative

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Backfirewall (2023)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X

Hello and welcome to Backfirewall_, a first-person tragicomic adventure set inside a smartphone. You are the update assistant. Solve wacky puzzles to counter the update and save the previous operating system from deletion. The fate of the System is in your hands!


  • comedy
  • puzzle
  • narration
  • first-person
  • adventure
  • exploration
  • british
  • funny
  • narrative
  • story
  • endings
  • must-buy
  • platform-lite
  • casual

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Tunic (2022)

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Xbox Series X PC Windows Mac OS Xbox One Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Android

Tunic is an adventure game in which you play as a cute little fox dressed up Link-style, who wakes up on a beach with no idea what's going on. You explore the world, deciphering foreign languages and solving puzzles with the help of an instruction manual. Combat involves using a sword and shield, consumable items, and magic. Discover secrets and join forces with the community to solve puzzles together!


What we like:
  • Bright vibrant colours
  • Cute protagonist
  • Interesting story
  • Environmental storytelling
  • Fun combat system
What could be improved:
  • Difficult to decipher language
  • Not all buffs explained clearly

  • isometric
  • zelda
  • souls
  • boss
  • exploration
  • combat
  • discovery
  • adventure
  • puzzle
  • dungeon
  • old-school
  • cute
  • mystery
  • boss-fight
  • classic

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Flock (2024)

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PC Windows Xbox 360 Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4

Flock is a multiplayer co-op game about the joy of flight and collecting adorable flying creatures with your friends. Soar through beautiful landscapes, seeking out rare and elusive creatures to add to your flock.

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  • flight
  • discovery
  • collector
  • creature
  • colourful
  • cooperative
  • relaxing
  • cute
  • sandbox
  • adventure
  • controller-support
  • multiplayer
  • stylized
  • exploration
  • casual

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Supraland (2019)

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Xbox One PC Windows

Supraland is a first-person adventure puzzle game that is a unique blend of genres, with a sandbox setting full of creativity and versatility. You'll explore a vast interconnected world filled with challenging puzzles that are both new and original. Try the demo to see if this game is for you, and if you like it, your progress will continue into the full version!


What we like:
  • Unique and challenging puzzles
  • Rewarding exploration
  • Fun mix of action, puzzles, humor, and silliness
  • Nostalgic appeal for older gamers
What could be improved:
  • Easy to miss crucial item
  • Jumping puzzles in first-person games
  • Confusing level design

  • puzzle
  • sandbox
  • metroidvania
  • first-person
  • exploration
  • platform
  • adventure
  • combat
  • open-world

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Teacup (2020)

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Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One PC Windows

Teacup is a short and wholesome narrative adventure game with a focus on exploration and non-linear progression. You play as the titular Teacup, a shy and introverted young frog who loves drinking tea and reading. The day before she is to host a tea party at her house, she realizes she is completely out of tea, and thus must venture into the woods around her to find the herbs she needs to restock her pantry. During your adventure you will meet the charming inhabitants of the forest. Some are talkative, some are grumpy, but all of them will lend you an ear on your adventure. Explore this gorgeous watercolor world filled with friendly animals, playful minigames, puzzles, and beautiful, calming wilderness.


  • nonlinear
  • scroller
  • cute
  • exploration
  • adventure
  • narrative
  • relaxing
  • horror
  • family-friendly
  • colourful
  • coffee
  • story
  • non-linear
  • funny
  • 2d

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Little Kitty, Big City (2024)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows Xbox Series X/s

You're a curious little kitty with a big personality, on an adventure to find your way back home. Explore the city, make new friends with stray animals, wear delightful hats, and leave more than a little chaos in your wake. After all, isn't that what cats do best?


  • wholesome
  • cats
  • cozy
  • cute
  • sandbox
  • exploration
  • family-friendly
  • open-world
  • 3d
  • adventure
  • comedy
  • funny
  • simulation
  • cartoony
  • nonlinear

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Journey to the Savage Planet (2020)

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Playstation 4 stadia PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 5 Xbox Series X/s

"WELCOME TO THE PIONEER PROGRAM! As the newest recruit of Kindred Aerospace - The 4th best interstellar space exploration company - Your job is to determine if the planet ARY-26 planet is fit for humans. You may be short on equipment and experience, but you'll figure it out. Good luck!

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  • exploration
  • adventure
  • colourful
  • first-person
  • cooperative
  • platform
  • comedy
  • boss-fight
  • sci-fi
  • crafting
  • combat
  • action-adventure
  • dark
  • metroidvania
  • 3d

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