Xbox Game Pass is arguably the best gaming value for your money, granting players access to over 400 titles for a small monthly fee. This includes every first-party Xbox game like Halo, Forza, and Gears of War, as well as numerous titles from EA and Bethesda, and hundreds of third-party games. With such an extensive library, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of choices. So, which games are worth your time? Here are the top 10 best Xbox Game Pass games you should play right now.
10. Sea of Thieves
For those who’ve always dreamt of being a pirate, Sea of Thieves is the perfect game. It allows you to explore the open seas and live the pirate life, with no set rules. You can interact with other players peacefully or raid and take out anyone who crosses your path. Sea of Thieves is a game that can easily consume thousands of hours if you truly immerse yourself in it.
9. Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Ori and the Will of the Wisps is one of the finest platformer games ever created. It boasts a charming story, captivating art style, and if you own an Xbox Series X, you can play the game in stunning 4K/120fps.
8. Minecraft
Minecraft is one of Microsoft’s most popular franchises, and a game you’ve likely already heard about or played. Although this is the Windows 10 version and not the Java version, there’s still plenty of fun to be had. With Minecraft, the only limitation is your own imagination.
7. Microsoft Flight Simulator
Ever wanted to fly around the planet in real-time from the comfort of your own home? Microsoft Flight Simulator features a 1:1 scale Earth, allowing you to explore anywhere on the planet. You can even find your own home if you’re skilled at navigation. While not a traditional game, it’s a fantastic way to experience flying a plane without actually doing so and allows you to explore iconic locations across the world. Your enjoyment of the game will depend on whether you find flying a route in real-time fun or not, but even just visiting landmarks is worth it.
6. Fable Trilogy
With the series being dormant for a decade, Fable is finally being rebooted and will hopefully be released in the next few years. Xbox Game Pass has all three previous games available, making them essential playing for any Xbox owner. Fable is an action RPG filled with light-hearted British humor and plenty of laughs. While the series might not be for everyone, it’s worth playing to see if it clicks for you and to prepare for the upcoming Fable reboot.
5. DOOM Eternal
Microsoft’s acquisition of Bethesda earlier this year for $7.5 billion also included iD Software, meaning all DOOM titles are now on Game Pass. This is a fantastic opportunity to play the latest entry in the series, DOOM Eternal. The game looks incredible and truly showcases iD Software’s prowess as a developer. DOOM Eternal is fast-paced, gory, violent, and incredibly satisfying to play.
4. Celeste
Celeste is one of the best platformer games of all time outside of the Super Mario series, and I can’t recommend it enough. While the game is punishing and doesn’t hold your hand, it’s a rewarding experience that will test and improve your gaming skills. Finish reading this list, then go on your Xbox or PC and download Celeste – you won’t regret it.
3. Forza Horizon 4
Forza is Microsoft’s flagship racing series, with the next title, Horizon 5, set to be released in November 2021. This makes now the perfect time to play Forza Horizon 4, which takes players through the British countryside and various towns in one of the most beautiful and realistic racing games ever created, packed with hundreds of hours of content.
2. Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate also includes access to EA Play, EA’s own subscription service that lets players enjoy dozens of EA franchises like Need For Speed, Mass Effect, and Star Wars. Jedi: Fallen Order is one of the best Star Wars games of the modern era, perhaps of all time, adding a Dark Souls twist to the action-adventure genre. It’s a fantastic game that all Star Wars fans should play, and even if you’re not a fan, it’s still worth checking out.
1. Halo: The Master Chief Collection
Halo: The Master Chief Collection is the perfect way to experience the classic Halo games and prepare for the upcoming Halo Infinite, set to release in December 2021. The collection features the anniversary editions of Halo: Combat Evolved and Halo 2, as well as Halo 3, Reach, ODST, and Halo 4. This collection offers incredible value, packed full of content and available as part of the Xbox Game Pass. The game also features multiplayer from all titles. If you’re an achievement hunter, be prepared for a challenge, as the game comes with a massive 700 achievements.
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