Xbox Game Pass: Tiers and Genre-Specific Game Lists Revealed

Xbox Game Pass offers a vast library of games for both console and PC, along with day-one access to the latest releases. Dive deeper to understand the exclusive tiers, different passes, and your favorite titles categorized by genre.

• Xbox Game Pass Versions and Tiers Explained
  • Xbox PC Game Pass
  • Xbox Console Game Pass
  • Xbox Core Game Pass
  • Xbox Ultimate Game Pass
• Featured Games and New Additions
  • New on Xbox Game Pass
  • Featured Games on Xbox Game Pass
• Xbox Game Pass Games by Genre

Xbox Game Pass Versions and Tiers Explained

Xbox Game Pass Tiers at a Glance

The Xbox Game Pass membership system includes three tiers, each with increasing prices and benefits: Standard, Core, and Ultimate. All tiers require monthly payments.

To check if a specific game is available on Xbox Game Pass, use the Ctrl/Cmd + F keys on your keyboard to search for the game's name, or use the Find In Page function on your smartphone browser.

Xbox PC Game Pass

The standard Xbox Game Pass for PC is priced at $9.99 per month, providing access to hundreds of PC games for download, day-one access to new releases, and membership discounts. This tier also includes a complimentary EA Play membership, offering access to a curated selection of EA's top titles, in-game rewards, and game trials.

Note that this tier does not include online multiplayer or cross-platform play for certain games.

Xbox PC Game Pass Games

Xbox Console Game Pass

The standard Xbox Game Pass for consoles costs $10.99 per month, granting access to hundreds of console games for download, day-one access to new releases, and membership discounts.

This tier does not include online multiplayer or cross-platform play for certain games, nor does it include a free EA Play membership.

Xbox Console Game Pass Games

Xbox Core Game Pass

The Core Game Pass, exclusively for console players, differs from the standard console game pass. Priced at $9.99 per month, it includes online console multiplayer, a feature missing from the standard console game pass. However, the game selection is limited to a curated list of 25 console games.

This tier also does not include a free EA Play membership.

Xbox Core Game Pass Games

Xbox Ultimate Game Pass

The top-tier Xbox Ultimate Game Pass, available for both PC and console players, is priced at $16.99 per month and offers the full game pass experience with unique benefits. It includes all benefits from lower tiers, such as online console multiplayer and a free EA Play membership, plus 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 for Xbox and PC, now accessible through 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 memorable action and adventure games, available now with Xbox Game Pass.

Classics

Relive the golden days of gaming with these timeless Xbox classics, available now with Xbox Game Pass.

Family & Kids

Gather the family for fun and cooperative play with these engaging family and kids games, available now with Xbox Game Pass.

Indie

Experience the creativity and innovation of indie game development with these unique titles, available now with Xbox Game Pass.

Puzzle

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

Roleplaying

Immerse yourself in rich narratives and character development with these captivating roleplaying games, available now with Xbox Game Pass.

Shooters

Engage in fast-paced action and strategic gameplay with these exciting shooters, available now with Xbox Game Pass.

Simulation

Experience realistic simulations across various professions and scenarios with these immersive games, available now with Xbox Game Pass.

Sports

Whether you're into team sports or individual challenges, find your perfect match with these sports games, available now with Xbox Game Pass.

Strategy

Test your strategic skills and lead your forces to victory with these compelling strategy games, available now with Xbox Game Pass.