The Top 10 best Xbox Game Pass games

10. Halo: The Master Chief Collection (2019)

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Halo is perhaps one of the most popular games you can play with Xbox Game Pass. The game is known not only for its chaotic multiplayer mode but also for its epic single-player campaigns where you, as Master Chief, the iconic hero of Halo, take on The Covenant. 

In the Halo: Master Chief Collection, you will find the following: Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, Halo 2: Anniversary, Halo 3: ODST, Halo: Reach, and Halo 4 - now with improved graphics, audio, cutscenes, and more.

For the true Halo enthusiast, this collection is an absolute must-have - especially if you have an Xbox Series X or S.

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• Developer: 343 Industries
• Genre: FPS
• Playtime: 60 hours
• X|S Enhanced? Yes
  
  

9. Grounded (2022)

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In this exciting survival multiplayer game, you shrink to the size of an ant and must survive in a backyard - where everyday things suddenly become the biggest challenges. 

What makes the game so fun is that it tests both your survival instincts and creativity. Build your own base, alone or with friends, gather resources, create your own gear, and fight or flee from insects that have suddenly become enormous predators. 

Are you ready to face your smallest nightmares in this grand adventurous playground?

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• Developer: Obsidian Entertainment
• Genre: survival, adventure, multiplayer
• Playtime: 20+ hours
• X|S Enhanced? Yes
  
  

8. The Quarry (2022)

A short while ago, I played The Quarry with friends even before it appeared on Xbox Game Pass. I can honestly tell you: it's so thrilling that I was literally constantly on the edge of my seat. You can play this survival horror in both singleplayer and multiplayer mode. Every choice you make influences the story. The Quarry is said to have as many as 186 different endings! It's like watching a movie that you're directing on the spot.

You follow the story of a group of teenagers who travel to the remote forests of Upstate New York. They were supposed to become counselors at Hackett's Quarry, a summer camp. As you might guess, their party plans turn into an unpredictable horror night.

Will you make the right choices to ensure everyone survives?

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• Developer: Supermassive Games
• Genre: Horror Survival, Adventure
• Playtime: 10 hours
• X|S Enhanced? Yes
  
  

7. Assassin’s Creed Origins (2017)

At Startselect, we are huge fans of AC games. That's why you'll find not one, but two Assassin's Creed games in our top 10 list, with number 7 being Assassin’s Creed Origins.

Assassin’s Creed Origins takes you back to where the Creed began, namely ancient Egypt. Ride your camel through the Egyptian landscape filled with impressive pyramids and beautiful oases. Or sail across the Nile and explore the vast and unpredictable area. Play numerous side quests, meet peculiar characters, and fight dangerous factions and wild beasts. 

Dive in and discover the origins of one of the most secretive organizations in the world!

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• Developer: Ubisoft
• Genre: open world, action, RPG
• Playtime: 30 hours
• X|S Enhanced? No
  
  

5. Forza Motorsport (2023)

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In the seventh installment of the Motorsport franchise, you can get to work with a brand-new career mode called the Builders Cup Career Mode, which allows you to effortlessly surpass your competition with over 800 performance upgrades.

Race with your friends in multiplayer mode or try to beat advanced AI opponents! Try out more than 500 real cars on about 20 world-famous circuits - which might include your favorite circuit. 

The visuals and performance of the game are of high quality, making the driving feel more realistic than ever. This is what distinguishes the Motorsport franchise from its little sister, the Forza Horizon games. 

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• Developer: Turn 10 Studios
• Genre: racing
• Playtime: 20+ hours
• X|S Enhanced? Yes
  
  

4. GTA V: Grand Theft Auto 5 (2022)

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Start as a young street dealer and build your own enterprise in the criminal underworld of Los Santos and Blaine County. Rob a bank, steal cars, transport certain substances: there's no limit to what you can do. 

And if you have money problems, or want to buy a Deponte Deluxo (the flying car inspired by the DeLorean from Back to the Future)? Then you can quickly top up your GTA money with GTA Shark Cards at Startselect. 

Start the download and experience life as a top criminal in the world-famous GTA V game!

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• Developer: Rockstar Games
• Genre: open world, action
• Playtime: 30+ hours
• X|S Enhanced? Yes
  
  

3. Assassin’s Creed Odyssey (2018)

In Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, you can discover ancient Greece: from the depths of the Aegean Sea to snow-capped mountain peaks, and from wild untamed regions to the most famous Greek cities. The game is set during the Peloponnesian War, where Athens and Sparta were clashing. As a descendant of Leonidas I of Sparta, it's your task to defeat the 'Wolf of Sparta'.

It's the second time in the Assassin’s Creed franchise that you face an important choice: do you choose Kassandra (female) or Alexios (male)? Because we love strong female characters in games, we obviously chose Kassandra. 

There are several aspects of the game that we found very attractive. You can sneak around, but the straightforward battles are really our favorite. You can also switch between three different playstyles at any moment: assassin, hunter, or warrior. It's also fun that you regularly travel over the sea, discovering many islands, but also engaging in ship battles. 

If you want to immerse yourself in ancient Greece - with a hefty dose of action and adventure, then Assassin’s Creed Odyssey is highly recommended!

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• Developer: Ubisoft 
• Genre: open world, action, RPG
• Playtime: 45+ hours
• X|S Enhanced? Yes
  
  

2. Lies of P (2023)

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Lies of P is a game based on the famous Pinocchio story, but with a dark twist. In this game, it's all about - as you might guess - lies and truth. The choices you make affect both the character and the world around you. 

Visually, the game looks very cool: steampunk elements combined with Victorian Gothic aesthetics. And this time Pinocchio, or P, is not a wooden puppet, but a robot. Other familiar characters in the game are Father Gepetto and Gemini the cricket.

Father Gepetto is taking over the world with his army of robots (puppets) and it's up to Pinocchio to stop them. The game is full of puzzles, riddles, and (quite difficult) battles. Can Pinocchio stop the 'pupocalypse' and become a real boy?

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• Developer: NEOWIZ
• Genre: Soulslike
• Playtime: 20 hours
• X|S Enhanced? Yes
  
  

2. Diablo IV (2023)

Not available on Xbox Game Pass for long - and now Diablo IV is already number two on our list of the best Xbox Game Pass Games! As a true Diablo fan, I've of course been playing Diablo IV for a while now - and that's why it immediately deserves this coveted spot on the list. Several seasons have already passed. So, if you've finished the base game, you can get straight to the new content for Diablo IV!

Follow the story of the endless struggle between Lilith and Inarius - her ex-lover and the leader of the Cathedral of Light. Together, they are the creators of the world known as Sanctuary, the Mortal Realm. I mean it - try to follow the story, because as you're used to from Blizzard, the storyline is deep and even a bit emotional. Develop your character, conquer dungeons, defeat demons, and loot legendary items.

Which class do you choose: Necromancer, Rogue, Druid, Sorcerer, or Barbarian?

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• Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
• Genre: Dungeon Crawler, MMOG, Action, RPG
• Playtime: 35+ hours (campaign)
• X|S Enhanced? Yes
  
  

1. Starfield (2023)

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At number 1 is Starfield, the latest open world action RPG from Bethesda. It's comparable to the epic game Skyrim, but now expanded to the limitless possibilities of space.

While you can navigate through the main storyline at rocket speed, the real depth of the game invites extensive exploration - with endless engaging quests and dozens of immersive side stories.

Visually, the game is stunning: the next-gen hardware and advanced game engine ensure a great visual experience. You can see that the developers have spent countless hours designing spaceships, interstellar environments, and more.    

Are you a fan of Bethesda games - and open to an experience that takes you to the stars and beyond? Start that download and go on an exploration journey! 

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• Developer: Bethesda Game Studios
• Genre: open world, action/RPG
• Playtime: 20+ hours 
• X|S Enhanced? Yes
  
  

Extra tip: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is also free to play via Xbox Game Pass! 

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