Best Games On Xbox Game Pass (February 2023) (2023)

Microsoft's Game Pass library is incredibly massive, offering a plethora of video game titles to its subscribers. Players who've taken a subscription to the service will ostensibly never run out of titles to play. From FPS to open-world to simulator games, you can find almost every type of video game in its library, which is why it's sort of a blessing for PC and Xbox players (if, of course, they are ready to spare a few bucks every month).

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It's no doubt that Xbox Game Pass is the best subscription service for gaming enthusiasts; however, with such a massive library, it's often hard for players to figure out which titles are worthy of their time. Well, take off your metaphorical thinking caps because we already did the job for you — we've compiled the best that Xbox Game Pass has to offer below. Make sure to check back in frequently, we'll be updating our picks as games come and go from the service.

Updated February 16, 2023: Quite a few gems are on the way to Game Pass subscribers as of today, including Shadow Warrior 3 Definitive Edition and Atomic Heart — there are also quite a few titles that are leaving the library later this month, so make sure to nab them for your library if you want to keep them!

When you're talking about great games, it's almost inevitable that Skyrim is going to make an appearance. This is the kind of game you can sink hundreds of hours into. While there's certainly a main quest to be followed and enjoyed, true adventure awaits you on your own path. This open world was meant to be explored step by step. Solve every puzzle! Crawl every dungeon! Slay every dragon!

In Skyrim, you are Dragonborn, and you are tasked with killing a dragon who would bring about the end of the world. During your travels, you'll come across many side quests and memorable characters. Some of these people may even join you as companions with their own stories to tell. If you want to live in the world of Skyrim, you can even buy yourself a home! Spend hours upon hours making things just the way you like them! If you love fantasy, and you love exploration, you'll love Skyrim.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice

This is a tough story with a haunted protagonist, but it's also a beautiful game. Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice will take you on a journey you've never been on before. Senua is a troubled protagonist who cannot trust her own mind. She's grieving the loss of her lover and her people. This is a game made for people who love dark fantasy and disturbing tales. It may not be very long, but you'll be thinking about it long after the credits roll.

You'll surely be blown away by the sound design in this title. Voices will whisper into your ear, coming close and then slinking away. The visuals are stunning, the puzzles are engaging, and the combat allows you to feel every swing of your blade. Finding bits of lore within the world is gratifying, as each one unlocks a new tale told by a memorable narrator. If you're looking for something with a strong story, this is the game for you.

Sea Of Thieves

When it comes to piracy, nobody does it as well as Sea of Thieves. This is a gorgeous game with sound design that almost begs to be experienced with headphones. The sounds of the water rocking and spraying against your boat will make you feel right at home on the high seas. You can experience this game by yourself or with up to three friends. Whether you're looking for a challenge, fun, or a relaxing trip, you can find it in Sea of Thieves.

When you're out to sea, you've got a ticket to adventure. There are tall tales that will tell you about the major characters in Sea of Thieves. If you're a fan of Pirates of the Caribbean, you can play through loads of content with Captain Jack Sparrow. If you're just looking for a bit of mischief, load up the cannons and go looking for other players. Once you're out on your boat, you and your crew can truly do as you please.

No Man's Sky

Do you love science fiction or space exploration? Well, if you do, get ready to play your new favorite game. With loads of galaxies, systems, and planets, there's a lot for you to discover in No Man's Sky. So much of this game is procedurally generated that you'll see thousands of different creatures and ships. It's easy to lose hours just looking for that perfect starfighter. If you love base-building, there's a lot of it in No Man's Sky.

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You can choose to experience No Man's Sky alone or with friends. If you're looking for a bit of community, you and your friends can all build bases near one another on the same planet. No Man's Sky is such a beautiful game that you might find yourself relaxing and taking screenshots of your favorite planets. You can also tame and breed animals that you find. There's nothing quite like riding around on a sandworm you've hatched yourself.

Persona 5 Royal

When you're playing Persona 5 Royal, you're having a good time. This is one of the finest JRPGs ever made. The turn-based combat is fast and fun. Colors pop off the screen. The music in this game is incredible. If any of this sounds good to you, then you're likely to sink hours upon hours into this masterpiece. Playing as Joker and assembling your crew, The Phantom Thieves of Hearts, is immensely satisfying.

While you'll spend plenty of time as the Phantom Thieves stealing hearts and crawling dungeons, some of the most memorable moments will happen during your downtime. Going to school, hanging out with friends, and taking part in activities all over town will fill your days and nights until Morgana demands you go to bed. This game is packed with so much to do that it's almost impossible to do everything in one go.

Mass Effect Legendary Edition

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Mass Effect Legendary Edition collects the entirety of the original Mass Effect trilogy plus all DLC, shines it up a bit (especially Mass Effect 1), and presents it in a clean, easy-to-use package. While an older game, the Mass Effect trilogy is still the gold standard for many RPG and sci-fi lovers, providing an immersive world full of iconic characters and an engaging narrative that will entertain you for hundreds of hours.

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You take control of Commander Shepard, a human soldier who uncovers a sinister plot revolving around the sudden disappearance of a previous galactic civilization — and how the current residents of the Milky Way might soon suffer the same fate. With Paragon (good) and Renegade (bad) decisions to make throughout, you can end up with pretty varied playthroughs, with decisions made in the first game still having sizable impacts all the way through Mass Effect 3.

Citizen Sleeper

This indie game was released in 2022 onto Xbox Game Pass, and despite flying under the radar, it's an incredible sci-fi RPG experience. You play as a Sleeper — a human consciousness uploaded to a machine in order to work out a debt sentence — who has escaped their previous life and ended up on Erlin's Eye, a barely functioning space station located at the edge of the galaxy. Using your wits and a set of dice rolls determined at the start of each day, you'll struggle to keep your degrading machine body alive while making a new life for yourself on the space station.

This mostly text-based adventure has you meeting many memorable characters and exploring many facets of life living in the dystopian Erlin's Eye. You'll make friends, avoid enemies, and uncover corruption and kindness at all levels of society. Featuring multiple endings to achieve and with deeply varied and rewarding life paths your character can choose, this game is well worth your time and your attention.

Deep Rock Galactic

Do you like space? Do you like delving into dangerous dungeons filled with creepy crawlies? Do you like dwarves? Deep Rock Galactic might just be the very specific title for you. Take control of one of four classes and set out on solo or team-based mining missions. You're jettisoned onto Hoxxes IV, a planet rich in valuable resources and also swarming with a wide variety of giant insects, rival mining machines, and even more sinister creatures that lurk in the deep.

Each mission comes with specific goals: delve deeper into each randomly generated cave system, fight off swarms of enemies as you complete the objectives, and call in an evac pod when the job is done. When back on the space station, kick back and share some brews with the crew for a job well done. The game offers four distinct class roles to take on, each with its own strengths, weaknesses, and synergies. While the game is definitely fun solo, it truly shines as a co-op experience. Rock and Stone!

Deathloop

Developed by Arkane, Deathloop is a critically-acclaimed first-person shooter that surprised the community with its unique direction and gameplay. There was a lot of hype around Deathloop since its official announcement, as it was coming from people who gave us the legendary Dishonored and Prey video game series. And if you're a fan of Arkane's previous titles (especially Dishonored), you'd definitely love Deathloop. The game, in some ways, feels very similar to Dishonored games in terms of skills, combat, and weapons. However, it also feels very different because of its direction and narrative, even though Dishonored and Deathloop are set in the same universe.

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In Deathloop, you play as Colt, a foul-mouthed assassin who's stuck in a time loop. He wishes to get out his the messy island by breaking the time loop, but the countless guards on the island make things difficult for him. It's one of those games that wants players to make mistakes so they can learn from them. If you die after sneaking up on an enemy without a melee weapon, you'll definitely remember to pick one in your next attempt.

Batman: Arkham Knight

Rocksteady Studios' Batman: Arkham Knight is one of the best superhero games ever made. The story is phenomenal and keeps you hooked to the game the entire time, the combat never feels boring or repetitive, and of course, the open-world environment forces you to explore every dark alley of Gotham. Also, let's not forget that Kevin Conroy's performance as Batman is simply spectacular. Arkham Knight truly offers an incredible experience to players by improving on the previous Arkham games.

In Arkham Knight, you fight Scarecrow and his goons while also coming across villains such as Riddler and Poison Ivy. Scarecrow really pushes Batman to his limits by playing dirty mind games with him. On top of that, Joker, even after dying, doesn't leave Batman's consciousness, making things even more difficult for the caped crusader. It's a story where Batman not only fights enemies on the outside but also fights off his inner demons and guilt.

Hi-Fi Rush

Hi-Fi Rush is the latest addition to the Xbox Game Pass. Tango Gameworks, the video game developer who gave us titles like Ghostwire Tokyo and The Evil Within, announced Hi-Fi Rush on January 25th, 2023, and shadow dropped the game on the same day. The Rhythm-based game is the perfect title for people looking for an action-packed and light-hearted experience.

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Tango Gameworks is usually known for releasing horror titles, but the developer didn't shy away from dipping its toes in a completely different and unique genre. The studio did a spectacular job with Hi-Fi Rush. Every aspect of Hi-Fi Rush — including its music, combat, visuals, and story — begs you to try out the game.

Vampire Survivors

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Vampire Survivors, developed and published by Luca Galante, is the perfect game to put your brains to exercise. The Roguelike Shoot 'em up title burst into popularity immediately after its release, with millions of players grinding the game across multiple platforms.

Vampire Survivors doesn't come with complicated game mechanics, but that's what everyone loves about the game. The game features different classes of characters, each with its own signature attack. You have to survive the swarms of enemies while collecting different resources spread across the battlefield. Throughout your playthrough, you collect several other attack abilities to deal with countless enemies. It's one of those games that you want to play more so you can beat your own record.

Hollow Knight

Hollow Knight took the Metroidvania scene by storm back in 2017, and some believe it to be the greatest entry in the Metroidvania genre. Hollow Knight follows the adventure of the Knight as he delves deep into the ruinous kingdom of Hallownest. The game offers hours of exploration, upgrades, and challenging combat.

You'll likely get lost as you wind your way through the cramped passages and dazzling locations, but that's half the fun! With plenty of secrets to uncover, some brutal boss battles to overcome, and a cast of wonderfully quirky characters to meet, you might just discover your new favorite game. The version available on Xbox Game Pass, the Voidheart Edition, includes all released DLC, offering you every bit of Hollow Knight content available; until the release of Hollow Knight: Silksong, that is.

Assassin’s Creed Odyssey

Assassin's Creed Odyssey is Ubisoft's ambitious brainchild that fully embraces the RPG element that was introduced in the series through Assassin's Creed Origins. Odyssey came out in 2018 and garnered the attention of millions of AC fans. A massive open world that feels alive with diverse NPC activities, impressive combat that lets you unlock a plethora of skills by leveling up, and, of course, an engaging story that introduces you to a bunch of interesting characters — there are so many reasons for one to fall in love with this title.

Of course, the open world sometimes feels too massive and distracts players from the main story, but it would be unfair to deny that it offers a lot of spectacular side quests that keep players engaged in the game for several hours. Once you get hold of the new gameplay mechanics and the RPG element, you'll definitely have a great time playing Odyssey, especially if you've played previous Assassin's Creed games.

What's New On Xbox Game Pass?

The latest additions to Game Pass include Madden NFL 23, the thirty-fourth installment of EA's popular Madden series, and SD Gundam Battle Alliance, an action RPG for players who fancy battling against enormous enemies. To stay on top of what's coming and going from the service, check out our schedule below! We'll keep it up to date for you.

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