Xbox Game Studios and InXile Entertainment have revealed a new gameplay trailer for Clockwork Revolution, scheduling the title for a 2027 release [1].
The announcement signals a strategic push for high-concept, first-party exclusives on the Xbox ecosystem. By blending time-manipulation mechanics with a steampunk setting, the title aims to differentiate itself in the crowded action RPG market.
The new footage, debuted at the Xbox Games Showcase in June 2026 [4], introduces heist-based gameplay set in the steampunk city of Avalon. Players will navigate this environment using time-bending abilities to complete objectives, a core pillar of the first-person experience.
Clockwork Revolution is developed by InXile Entertainment and published by Xbox Game Studios [1]. The title is confirmed as a console exclusive for Xbox [2]. While some reports emphasize its status as an Xbox exclusive, the game is expected to launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and via Game Pass [3].
The 2027 launch window [1] places the game as a long-term project for the studio. The latest trailer focuses specifically on the heist mechanics, showcasing how the game's time-bending elements integrate into stealth and action sequences within Avalon.
As a first-party title, the game is intended to drive hardware and subscription adoption. The integration with Game Pass [3] ensures the title reaches a broad audience upon its release in 2027 [1].
“Clockwork Revolution is scheduled for release in 2027.”
The decision to keep Clockwork Revolution as a console exclusive underscores Microsoft's ongoing strategy to secure high-quality, unique intellectual property for its ecosystem. By targeting a 2027 release, Xbox is positioning the title as a future pillar for its hardware and Game Pass subscription service, prioritizing a polished, conceptually ambitious RPG over a rapid release cycle.
