Xbox Game Pass: Tiers and Genres Explained

Xbox Game Pass offers a vast library of games for both console and PC users, including day-one access to the latest releases. Dive into the details of the exclusive tiers, different types of passes, and explore your favorite titles sorted 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

Xbox Game Pass offers three distinct tiers: Standard, Core, and Ultimate, each with varying prices and benefits. Subscriptions are available on a monthly basis across all tiers.

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

Xbox PC Game Pass

The Xbox PC Game Pass is priced at $9.99 per month, providing access to a vast selection of PC games for download, day-one access to new releases, and exclusive member discounts. Subscribers also enjoy a complimentary EA Play membership, which includes a selection of EA's top games, in-game rewards, and game trials.

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

Xbox PC Game Pass Games

Xbox Console Game Pass

The Xbox Console Game Pass is available for $10.99 a month, offering a wide array of console games for download, day-one access to new releases, and member discounts.

This tier does not include online multiplayer or cross-platform play for certain games, nor does it come with 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 per month. It includes online console multiplayer, a feature absent from the standard console game pass. However, the game selection is limited to a curated list of 25 console games.

This tier does not include a free EA Play membership.

Xbox Core Game Pass Games

Xbox Ultimate Game Pass

The Xbox Ultimate Game Pass, priced at $16.99 per month, is the most comprehensive tier, available for both PC and console players. It includes all benefits from 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 for Xbox and PC, all 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 action and adventure games, available now on Xbox Game Pass.

Classics

Relive the magic of timeless classics, now accessible through Xbox Game Pass.

Family & Kids

Enjoy quality time with family-friendly games, perfect for all ages, available on Xbox Game Pass.

Indie

Experience unique and creative indie games, offering fresh gameplay and stories, all on Xbox Game Pass.

Puzzle

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

Roleplaying

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

Shooters

Get your adrenaline pumping with intense shooter games, available now on Xbox Game Pass.

Simulation

Experience realistic simulations that let you explore different professions and scenarios, all on Xbox Game Pass.

Sports

Whether you're into team sports or solo challenges, find your favorite sports games on Xbox Game Pass.

Strategy

Test your tactical skills with strategy games, available now on Xbox Game Pass.