Newest Kinect Games

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The Latest and (Sometimes) Greatest

This list of the newest Kinect games will help you find the most advanced titles, whether you're buying for yourself or looking for gifts for the holidays. Games below are arranged from newest to oldest, so you can easily see the absolutely freshest games available.

There are some great original titles that have come out in the last few months of 2011, including Raving Rabbids and The Gunstringer. There are also some new versions of old favorites, including Dance Central 2 and Kinect Sports Two.

Want up-to-date information on the Kinect games that haven't even been released yet? Check out Games Coming Out for Kinect.

April 2012

Kinect Star Wars

Released April 3, 2012

Just hearing the opening bars of the epic John Williams composed Star Wars music is enough to make this game sound awesome.

However, the game is receiving mixed reviews at the moment. If you're a die-hard Star Wars fan, you'll probably like it regardless. But if you're looking for the first real shooting game for the Kinect, this probably isn't it; you can really see in this other trailer that the gameplay looks a bit jittery and repetitive, but hopefully they'll fix it by the release date.

Kinect Star Wars

Amazon Price: $41.88 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $49.99

This game has everything you could ever hope for in a Star Wars game, from pod racing to spaceship navigating to piloting one of the speeder-bikes from Return of the Jedi. You've also got characters from the movies, including, of course, C-3PO and R2-D2 (how could you possibly leave them out) and a host of aliens, robots, and other creatures.

Release Date: 04/03/2012

March 2012

Mass Effect 3

Released March 6, 2012

Mass Effect 3

Amazon Price: $38.99 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $59.99

Here's another game that will make use of the Kinect's voice command compatibility. If you've liked the previous versions of this EA game, then you're sure to like the newest release, especially with the new capabilities. Still, it's not quite to the point where you'll want to buy the Kinect just for the voice commands.

Release Date: 03/06/2012

Kinect Rush

Released March 20, 2012

Kinect Rush: A Disney Pixar Adventure

Amazon Price: $35.14 (as of 06/04/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $49.99

This game brings us back to all-Kinect goodness, by letting you get right into the action of several of your favorite Disney/Pixar movies. We'll have to wait and see if this game ends up being optimized for motion control, or if it's a half-cooked idea.

Release Date: 03/20/2012

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13

Released March 27, 2012

Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 13

Amazon Price: $39.90 (as of 06/04/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $59.99

Now this is what I think of when I think of the future of Kinect gaming. The game is completely whole as a standalone, non-Kinect enabled title. However, existing voice and motion capabilities will really add another dimension to the gameplay. Here's hoping we'll see more of this in the future!

Release Date: 03/27/2012

February 2012

Binary Domain

Released February 28, 2012

Binary Domain

Amazon Price: $47.99 (as of 06/04/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $59.95

As far as the Kinect goes, this game is voice-command compatible only; however, it looks like voice commands will play a large part in the game. It's being made by Sega, and is set in a fantastic Tokyo-based environment. Includes single-player mode and a multiplayer campaign for up to 10 players.

Release Date: 02/28/2012

Zumba Fitness Rush

Released February 12, 2012

Zumba Fitness Rush

Amazon Price: $39.99 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $49.99

Despite somewhat lackluster reviews on the original Kinect version of Zumba, it actually ranked as #5 on my list of the best Kinect Dance games. Luckily for all of the Zumba fans out there, this latest franchise release has blown away the previous version, with better motion tracking, more routines, more dance tracks, and more all-around fun.

Release Date: 02/12/2012

January 2012

Haunt

Available on Kinect Arcade

Haunt: The newest horror-genre Kinect game is available on Xbox Live Arcade only. Enjoy exploring a haunted mansion - that is, if you can make it out alive! (Released January 19, 2012)

December 2011

The Adventures of TinTin

Released December 6, 2011

The Adventures Of Tintin: The Game

Amazon Price: $5.95 (as of 06/04/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $39.99

This game, based on the enchanting children's tale of mystery and adventure, is enabled to work with the Kinect. However, you don't need to own a Kinect to enjoy this title - it can also be played in the traditional Xbox way.

Release Date: 12/06/2011

November 2011

Victorious: Time to Shine

Released: November 15

This game is based on the popular Nickelodeon show Victorious. According to the tagline, it allows people to "get closer to the music and cast of the show."

Victorious: Time to Shine

Amazon Price: $9.90 (as of 06/04/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $19.99

If you're a huge fan of the show (unlike me; I'd never heard of it before learning about this game), this game will be an easy choice. Even if you aren't, the fact that it allows for creation of "music videos" with or without a group of friends is of interest. For more information, check out this pre-review.

Release Date: 11/15/2011

Kinect Games Released on November 15-17

Chipmunks and Yoo! on MTV

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Disneyland Kinect Adventures

Released November 15, 2011

Kinect Disneyland Adventures

Amazon Price: $28.10 (as of 06/04/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $39.99

Media empires are rushing to put their stamp on the Kinect, and Disney is no exception. This game is all about exploring Disney as if you were actually there, with a few minigames thrown in for good measure. Having the game specifically themed after the park seems somewhat limiting; the game probably won't be able to hold the attention of non-casual gamers. Still, fans of Disney will enjoy this title.

Release Date: 11/15/2011

Kinect Games Released on November 8

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Rabbids: Alive & Kicking

Released November 1, 2011

Rabbids: Alive & Kicking

Amazon Price: $20.50 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $29.99

The crazy action of this game makes it ideal in a party situation. On your television screen, it appears as if the rabbits (rabbids?) are literally popping out of the surfaces of your living room, and you have to deal with the problem. The unique art and style from game maker UBI Soft is a big plus. The game has already enjoyed success on the Wii, though you should be prepared for an intense game experience that can get a bit frustrating.

Release Date: 11/08/2011

MotionSports Adrenaline

Released November 1, 2011

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  • Edutopia Jan 26, 2012 @ 5:11 am | delete
    The Kinect has incredible potential that developers are only just starting to learn how to tap into. Every new game that comes out can really showcase just what is possible for the platform!
  • sheezie77 Jan 15, 2012 @ 9:19 am | delete
    You did great job..nice collection thumbs up!
  • meschmie Nov 20, 2011 @ 4:30 pm | delete
    Might have to get one of these for my sister this christmas!

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