Unlock the World of Xbox Game Pass: A Comprehensive Guide to Tiers, Games, and Genres
Xbox Game Pass provides a vast library of games for console and PC, including day-one access to new releases. This guide explores the different subscription tiers, their features, and a curated selection of games categorized by genre.
Understanding Xbox Game Pass Tiers
Xbox Game Pass offers three tiers with varying prices and benefits:
- Standard, Core, and Ultimate: Each tier offers a monthly subscription with escalating features and costs. Use Ctrl/Cmd + F (keyboard) or your browser's "Find in Page" function to locate specific games.
Xbox Game Pass Tiers Detailed:
Xbox PC Game Pass
Priced at $9.99/month, this tier offers hundreds of PC games, day-one access to new releases, membership discounts, and a free EA Play membership (including EA titles, in-game rewards, and trials). Note: Online multiplayer and cross-platform play may be limited for some games.
Xbox Console Game Pass
At $10.99/month, this tier provides hundreds of console games, day-one access, and membership discounts. However, it lacks online multiplayer and cross-platform play for certain games, and doesn't include EA Play.
Xbox Core Game Pass
Exclusive to console players, this $9.99/month tier features online multiplayer (unlike the standard console pass) but offers a curated selection of 25 games instead of the full catalog. EA Play is not included.
Xbox Ultimate Game Pass
The premium tier ($16.99/month) for both PC and console, encompassing all benefits from lower tiers (including online multiplayer and EA Play). Unique features include Cloud Saving and Membership Perks.
Featured Games and New Releases (October 2024)
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Xbox Game Pass Games by Genre:
The following images showcase a selection of games within each genre.
Action & Adventure
Classics
Family & Kids
Indie
Puzzle
Roleplaying
Shooters
Simulation
Sports
Strategy
