Xbox Game Pass: Tiers and Genres Explained

Dive into the world of gaming with Xbox Game Pass, your gateway to an extensive library of games for both console and PC, including day-one access to the latest releases. Let's explore the exclusive tiers, various passes, and a curated list of your favorite games, organized by genre.

Xbox Game Pass Versions and Tiers Explained

Xbox Game Pass Tiers at a Glance

Xbox Game Pass offers a tiered membership system, each with different pricing and benefits: Standard, Core, and Ultimate. Subscriptions are available on a monthly basis across all tiers.

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

Xbox PC Game Pass

For PC gamers, the Xbox Game Pass for PC is priced at $9.99 a month, granting access to a vast selection of PC games, day-one releases, and exclusive member discounts. Subscribers also enjoy a complimentary EA Play membership, which offers a curated list of EA's top titles, in-game rewards, and trial periods for games.

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

Console players can subscribe to the Xbox Game Pass for consoles at $10.99 per month, which includes a wide array of console games, day-one access to new releases, and member-exclusive discounts.

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

Xbox Console Game Pass Games

Xbox Core Game Pass

Exclusively for console players, the Xbox Core Game Pass is priced at $9.99 a month. It uniquely offers online console multiplayer, which is absent in the standard console game pass. However, the game library is limited to a curated selection of 25 console titles.

This tier does not include a free EA Play membership.

Xbox Core Game Pass Games

Xbox Ultimate Game Pass

The pinnacle of Xbox Game Pass subscriptions, the Ultimate tier, is priced at $16.99 a month and is accessible to both PC and console players. This tier encompasses all benefits from the lower tiers, including online console multiplayer and a complimentary EA Play membership. Additionally, it offers 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 popular games for Xbox and PC, readily available 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 action-packed and adventurous games, all accessible through Xbox Game Pass.

Classics

Relive the magic of gaming's golden era with these timeless classics, now available with Xbox Game Pass.

Family & Kids

Enjoy quality time with family-friendly games that bring everyone together, courtesy of Xbox Game Pass.

Indie

Discover the creativity and innovation of indie games, now part of the Xbox Game Pass library.

Puzzle

Challenge your mind with an assortment of engaging puzzle games available through Xbox Game Pass.

Roleplaying

Immerse yourself in epic narratives and character development with these roleplaying games, all accessible via Xbox Game Pass.

Shooters

Engage in high-octane action with these shooter games, ready for you on Xbox Game Pass.

Simulation

Experience the thrill of real-life scenarios with these simulation games, part of the Xbox Game Pass collection.

Sports

Get your game on with a variety of sports titles, available now through Xbox Game Pass.

Strategy

Test your tactical skills with these strategy games, ready to play on Xbox Game Pass.