Getting in before the holiday season the first batch of Xbox Live Games with Gold titles for the new decade have been announced - headlined by the stealth-fantasy of Styx: Shards of Darkness and the Dark Knight powered Batman: The Telltale Series.

Which is the first season of the well received narrative series from the sadly defunct Telltale Games. Also coming, a pair of Xbox 360 offerings - as highlighted below.

Styx: Shards of Darkness - Available January 1 to 31 on Xbox One

Infiltrate the impregnable city of the Dark Elves in Styx: Shards of Darkness. Alone or with a friend, sneak past your enemies and embark on a stealthy adventure as the goblin thief, Styx. Deceive your enemies, craft deadly traps and utilize unparalleled freedom of movement to accomplish the robbery of a lifetime.

Batman: The Telltale Series - Available January 16 to February 15 on Xbox One

Put on the cape and cowl and defend Gotham in Batman: The Telltale Series. Featuring all 5 complete episodes, step into the fractured psyche of billionaire Bruce Wayne and his dark persona, the Batman. Featuring a noteworthy rogues gallery, your actions will determine the fate of the Dark Knight in this gritty and violent tale.

Tekken 6 - Available January 1 to 15 on Xbox One & Xbox 360

Test your reflexes against the best fighters in the world in Tekken 6. In the sixth version of the King of the Iron Fist Tournament, choose from a wide field of combatants, each with their own brand of deadly techniques and combinations. Featuring fast-paced action and deep character customization, discover why this series is among the top of its genre.

LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy - Available January 16 to 31 on Xbox One & Xbox 360

Return to the epic saga from a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away in LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy. Play through all three of the original Star Wars films in the tongue-in-cheek LEGO style and humor. You’ll enjoy endless hours brick-building your way to adventure with over 50 of your favorite Star Wars characters.