Xbox Game Pass: Tiers and Genres Explained

Xbox Game Pass provides an extensive library of games for both console and PC, offering day-one access to the latest releases. Dive into this guide to explore the different tiers of service, understand the various passes available, and discover your favorite titles categorized by genre.

Xbox Game Pass Versions and Tiers Explained

Xbox Game Pass Tiers at a Glance

Xbox Game Pass offers three tiers—Standard, Core, and Ultimate—each with increasing prices and benefits. All tiers are available on a monthly subscription basis.

To find if a specific game is included in Xbox Game Pass, simply use the Ctrl/Cmd + F keys on your keyboard to search for the game's name. On mobile devices, utilize the browser's "Find In Page" feature.

Xbox PC Game Pass

Priced at $9.99 per month, the Xbox PC Game Pass includes access to hundreds of PC games for download, day-one access to new releases, and exclusive member discounts. It also comes with a complimentary EA Play membership, offering a selection of EA's top titles, in-game rewards, and trial periods.

Notably, this tier does not include online multiplayer or cross-platform play for some games.

Xbox PC Game Pass Games

Xbox Console Game Pass

For $10.99 a month, the Xbox Console Game Pass grants access to a vast selection of console games for download, day-one releases, and member discounts.

This tier does not include online multiplayer or cross-platform play for certain games, and it does not offer a free EA Play membership.

Xbox Console Game Pass Games

Xbox Core Game Pass

Exclusive to console players, the Xbox Core Game Pass is priced at $9.99 per month. It features online console multiplayer, which is absent from the standard console pass. However, it limits game access to a curated list of 25 console titles.

This tier does not include a free EA Play membership.

Xbox Core Game Pass Games

Xbox Ultimate Game Pass

At $16.99 per month, the Xbox Ultimate Game Pass provides a comprehensive gaming experience for both PC and console players. It includes all the benefits of the lower tiers, such as online console multiplayer and a free EA Play membership, along with exclusive features like Cloud Saving for Games and Membership Perks.

Featured Games and New Additions

New on Xbox Game Pass for October 2024

Featured Games on Xbox Game Pass

Explore and enjoy the most critically acclaimed and player-voted games available for Xbox and PC through the Xbox Game Pass.

Xbox Game Pass Games by Genre

• Action & Adventure
• Classics
• Family & Kids
• Indie
• Puzzle
• Roleplaying
• Shooters
• Simulation
• Sports
• Strategy

Action & Adventure

Embark on thrilling journeys with these action-packed and adventurous titles, available now on Xbox Game Pass.

Classics

Relive the nostalgia with these timeless classics, now accessible through Xbox Game Pass.

Family & Kids

Enjoy quality time with family-friendly and cooperative games, available on Xbox Game Pass.

Indie

Discover unique and creative indie games that offer fresh experiences, now on Xbox Game Pass.

Puzzle

Challenge your mind with a variety of engaging puzzle games, available through Xbox Game Pass.

Roleplaying

Immerse yourself in rich narratives and character development with these roleplaying games on Xbox Game Pass.

Shooters

Experience intense action and teamwork with these thrilling shooter games, available on Xbox Game Pass.

Simulation

Step into realistic simulations that let you explore various professions and scenarios, all accessible via Xbox Game Pass.

Sports

Get your game on with a wide range of sports titles, catering to both team players and solo athletes, on Xbox Game Pass.

Strategy

Master the art of strategy with these engaging and challenging games, available now on Xbox Game Pass.