Xbox One game releases for February 2016

Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 – Feb 9

CyberConnect 2's anime fighter is returning with the fourth numbered installment, propelling the Naruto storyline even further. I've always loved these games, as they were able to showcase fast-paced and fluid grand battles, albeit with a simplified control scheme. Something I'm sure Dragon Ball Z games might benefit from as well.

Unravel – Feb 9

This charming puzzle platformer will send players on an adventure as Yarny. While platforming, the yarn will continuously unravel from Yarny, meaning you'll have to make deliberate and careful decisions during each level.

Far Cry Primal – Feb 23

It's surreal that a Far Cry game that was just announced not too long ago is already getting a release this month, but we're excited none the less. Ditching modern technology and guns in favor of a prehistoric setting, players will have to survive the harsh wilderness of the Mesolithic period.

Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 – Feb 23

The ongoing feud between flora and undead wages on in the next installment of the third-person spin-off, PvZ: Garden Warfare 2. Not only will there be an expanded solo mode so players can play by themselves, there will be a suite of new modes for multiplayer as well, including a unique mode called Backyard Battleground, which is a small open-world of sorts where players can wage war against the other faction and complete missions.

Rocket League – TBA

Thus far, only PlayStation 4 and PC players had the pleasure of experiencing such a fantastic concept, that combines high-speed rocket-powered cars with the sport of Soccer. Now, Xbox One fans finally get to get in on the fun. While an official date hasn't been set yet, the devs have stated that the game will be releasing in February.

While January had its fair share of great games, February 2016 is pretty filled with some heavy hitters. Whether you're fending off against an alien attack during the 1950s, or you're trying to survive during a zombie apocalypse, or on the flipside, trying to survive during the Mesolithic period, there is certainly a game for you waiting in February's lineup.

Let's check out what's coming.

Fortified – Feb 3

If third-person tower defense is your thing, then Fortified should be right up your alley. You'll have to build defenses to fend off an alien invasion on Earth during the 1950s. Yep, that means you'll be using sweet sci-fi gear that would come straight out of the Cold War era.

Arslan: The Warriors of Legend – Feb 9

As much as I love the Warriors series, and as much as I love anime/manga, I'm completely unfamiliar with this specific property. The game is based on the 2015 anime and will feature numerous characters from the show. As is standard in the Warriors series, if you're a fan of mowing down 1000s of soldiers in a given mission, like I do, then Arslan is certainly worth keeping your eye on.

Assassin's Creed Chronicles: Russia – Feb 9

The third and final game in the 2.5D Assassin's Creed Chronicles game comes out this month, and this time players will find themselves in 1918 Russia, and playing as assassin Nikolai Orelov.

Dying Light: The Following – Feb 9

The devs over at Techland sure know how to make an expansion. Featuring a bigger map than the original, vehicles, new gameplay modes, and more loot, The Following expands the base game on a grand scale, offering both new and existing players a ton of content.