Braid is a 2-D puzzle-platformer game developed for the Xbox Live Arcade. You play as the protagonist, tasked with rescuing an abducted princess by travelling through various worlds and solving puzzles. The unique twist of this game is that time can be manipulated in strange ways; you have special powers to rewind, create parallel universes, set up pockets of dilated time and more which are used to solve each puzzle. The gameplay is challenging but not punishing - death or loss cannot occur - and every puzzle introduces something new about the world. Braid's main focus is on valuing your time and attention; there are no filler elements present in this game so every moment spent playing it will reward you with something meaningful.

Bastion is an action role-playing game with a unique twist - a reactive narrator who marks the player's every move. It features beautiful hand-painted 2D artwork and responsive gameplay that encourages finesse in order to progress. The game is designed for ease of use, but also provides depth through character customization, story and gameworld exploration.

In Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, two brothers must embark on an epic quest to save their father from a mysterious illness. The only way to do so is for them to find the Water of Life, which lies far away in a mystical land. Along the way, they will face numerous dangers and puzzles as they explore various environments including forests and mountains. With courage and determination, the brothers must use teamwork and their unique abilities to work together in order to succeed in bringing back the Water of Life that can cure their father's illness.

Castle Crashers is an award-winning video game developed by the independent developer The Behemoth, best known for creating Alien Hominid HD. This medieval-style game provides players with plenty of insanity as they battle their way through waves of enemies and bosses in order to save four princesses from the clutches of a wizard. The silly characters, vibrant visuals, and cooperative play make Castle Crashers an enjoyable experience for all types of gamers.

Dust: An Elysian Tail is an action-packed video game set in a beautiful hand-painted world. Players take on the role of Dust, a mysterious warrior searching for their true identity. Armed with the mythical Blade of Ahrah and its diminutive guardian Fidget, they battle through dozens of enemies at once using an easy to learn yet difficult to master combat system. Along their journey, players will encounter friendly villagers offering quests to complete, secret upgrades hidden throughout the open world and ancient secrets waiting to be revealed. Their final goal is to discover the story behind an ancient civilization on the brink of extinction while uncovering Dust's own past.

Trials HD is a physics-based motorcycle racing game for Xbox Live Arcade. It features 50 tracks in two unique game modes, Race and Skill, with the latter featuring extreme stunt tracks where explosions, crashes and injuries are unavoidable. There is also an advanced level editor which allows players to create, share and download unlimited free tracks. With stunning full HD graphics, rider customization options and global rankings it offers a truly unique experience that puts your skill to the test as you try not to get bruised or broken bones!

Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet is an independent game being developed by Fuelcell Games and artist Michel Gagné. It is a side-scrolling action adventure game that follows the exploits of a lone alien as it explores the mysterious Shadow Planet, encountering strange creatures and solving puzzles along the way. Players control their character with an array of tools including a rotating saw blade for cutting through obstacles and uncovering secrets, a scanner to detect energy signatures, and a grappling hook for maneuvering around treacherous environments. With stunning visuals inspired by traditional animation techniques, Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet offers players an exciting journey into unexplored territory.

Deadlight is a cinematic survival platformer video game set in the aftermath of an apocalyptic event that has decimated life on earth. Players take control of Randall Wayne as he searches for his family across Seattle. Along the way, players will have to face numerous challenges such as running, jumping, climbing and struggling for their lives while looking for answers and loved ones. The game promises stunning visuals as you traverse this dangerous post-apocalyptic world with no hope or new beginning - only survivors.

In Wreckateer, players take on the role of Wreck and Tinker and use six magical projectiles to destroy 60 castles infested with goblins. Players must aim and fire each shot, then control it in mid-air to activate special powers and guide them towards their target. With an arsenal of flying, explosive, splitting, rocketing speed shots available to explore the infinite ways you can wreak havoc with Wreckateer's fully-dynamic destruction.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time Re-Shelled is a classic arcade game remastered for Xbox 360. It features all-new 3D graphics and the same classic side-scrolling beat-'em-up gameplay we know and love. Players can enjoy four player co-op and survival modes both online and locally, with plenty of cowabunga moments along the way. The game offers an updated version of the classic experience that fans will be sure to love, so grab some friends and get ready to shell out some serious fun!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows is a video game centered around the four famous turtles - Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo. As leader of the group, Leonardo is an accomplished tactician with sharp discipline and focus. His selfless sense of responsibility sometimes causes conflict between him and Raphael who often only thinks about himself. With two katanas in each hand, Leonardo is well-rounded when it comes to speed, reach, damage and reactiveness which makes him easier for novice players to pick up and play.