Microsoft has unveiled the initial lineup of games joining Xbox Game Pass in January 2025, offering subscribers a diverse selection of titles across various genres. Here’s a breakdown of the upcoming additions:
Available Now:
- Carrion (Cloud, Console, and PC): This reverse horror game, where players assume the role of an amorphous creature escaping from a research facility, returns to Game Pass with its unique gameplay and ‘Very Positive’ user reviews.
- Road 96 (Cloud, Console, and PC): An adventure game featuring a procedurally generated road trip, offering a unique narrative experience with each playthrough.
Coming Soon:
- January 8th:
- Lightyear Frontier (Game Preview) (Xbox Series X|S): A peaceful open-world farming adventure on a distant planet, combining exploration, resource management, and base building.
- My Time at Sandrock (Console): A sequel to ‘My Time at Portia,’ this simulation RPG has players restoring a post-apocalyptic desert town to its former glory.
- Robin Hood – Sherwood Builders (Xbox Series X|S): An action-adventure game blending RPG and city-building elements, where players take on the role of Robin Hood to fight against tyranny and build a community in Sherwood Forest.
- Rolling Hills (Console): A cozy sushi restaurant simulation game where players manage and grow their eatery in a charming town.
- January 14th:
- EA Sports UFC 5 (Cloud and Xbox Series X|S): The latest installment in the mixed martial arts fighting series, offering realistic gameplay and a roster of UFC athletes. Available through EA Play for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers.
- Diablo (PC): The classic action RPG that started the renowned franchise, allowing players to descend into the depths of Hell to confront the Lord of Terror. Available for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members.
Games Leaving January 15th:
As new titles arrive, some will be departing the Game Pass library. Ensure to play these games before they leave, or take advantage of the 20% subscriber discount to purchase them:
- Common’ Hood (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Escape Academy (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Exoprimal (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Figment (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Insurgency: Sandstorm (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Those Who Remain (Cloud, Console, and PC)
This lineup showcases Microsoft’s commitment to providing a rich and varied gaming experience for Xbox Game Pass subscribers as we begin 2025. Stay tuned for further announcements as more titles are expected to be added throughout the month.
