Xbox Game Pass is the gift that keeps on giving. Microsoft continues to outdo itself with its vast medley of AAA titles, indie classics, party games, and other juicy content. It's hard to think of a better deal in the gaming space. Everyone who thinks of themselves as gamers, die-hard or casual, should strongly consider looking into Game Pass, as there's truly something for everyone on the platform.
While gaming is often best experienced with others, there's always a time and place for solo, immersive gaming sessions. Playing a game alone lets players take things at their own pace and form a deep connection with the art itself, unrestricted by the fear of letting a teammate down. The best single-player games on Xbox Game Pass stand out for their authenticity, replayability, and creativity.
Updated on January 1, 2024, by Michael Colwander: Even in the multiplayer era, many players love to lose themselves in engaging single-player adventures. That makes Xbox Game Pass one of the best values in gaming, as it's loaded with fantastic single-player experiences. The best part is that more games are added each month, giving players plenty of options.
The Best Multiplayer Games on Xbox Game Pass (December 2023)
Xbox Game Pass has a ton of great multiplayer games on tap, from co-op gems like Sea of Thieves to the amazing PvP gameplay that's defined Halo.30 Truth Be Told, Lies of P Is A Great Soulslike
Lies of P
Inspired by the familiar story of Pinocchio, Lies of P is an action souls-like game set in a dark Belle Époque world. Guide Pinocchio on his unrelenting journey to become human.
- Released
- September 19, 2023
- Developer(s)
- Neowiz Games , Round8 Studio
- Publisher(s)
- NeocoreGames
- Genre(s)
- Soulslike , Action
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 4
Lies of P is the latest Soulslike hit and one that surprisingly didn't come from FromSoftware. It was developed by Neowiz Games and Round8 Studio with each developer definitely understanding the assignment. Lies of P currently has an 80 Metacritic score and was praised for its difficulty and customization.
How Long to Beat Lies of P?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story Only | 30 hours, 30 minutes |
Main Story + Sides | 36 hours, 30 minutes |
Completionist | 58 hours |
All Playstyles | 37 hours |
Lies of P is inspired by the classic tale The Adventures of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi. As Pinocchio, players can choose to lie throughout the story, which can influence what ending they get. Altogether, Lies of P is one of the most fascinating takes on Pinocchio's story yet, and a great Soulslike for beginners.
29 The Wait For Psychonauts 2 Was Well Worth It
Psychonauts 2
Surreal, cartoonish, funny, and scary, the Psychonauts franchise is unique and dreamlike. The franchise is known for its bizarre levels, interesting characters, and mind-blowing visuals.
Psychonauts 2 is the long-awaited sequel many players never thought would happen. The original Psychonauts, which is available on Xbox Game Pass, is a 2005 cult classic platformer created by Tim Schafer and Double Fine Productions.
How Long to Beat Psychonauts 2?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 15 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 19 hours, 30 minutes |
Completionist | 26 hours, 30 minutes |
All Playstyles | 20 hours, 30 minutes |
Psychonauts 2 is the result of love from its creator, developer, and fans. It was initially funded through a crowd-fund campaign before Double Fine was acquired by Microsoft. The wait was worth it, and Psychonauts 2 met overwhelming praise. In fact, most believed it lived up to, and exceeded, the original. Psychonauts 2 went on to be nominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2021, losing to It Takes Two. Thankfully, Psychonauts 2 sold well, too, unlike the original Psychonauts.
28 Slay The Spire Combines Roguelikes And Deck-Building
The roguelike genre continues to find new and inventive ways to hook players in a continuous cycle of building and improving. Slay the Spire combines roguelikes with another genre known for compelling players to improve builds: the deck-building genre.
How Long to Beat Slay the Spire?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 12 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 45 hours, 30 minutes |
Completionist | 193 hours |
All Playstyles | 35 hours |
As players play Slay the Spire, they steadily grow a collection of cards, which they'll need to build a deck from. This deck is how players combat enemies through Slay the Spire's procedural areas. Slay the Spire is a game that's perfect for players who enjoy the deck-building nature of collectible card games, but aren't keen on spending the real-life money required to maintain those decks.
27 Starfield Lives Up To Its Lofty Ambitions
Starfield
Set 300 years in the future, the player will assume the role of a customisable character who is a member of Constellation, an organization of space explorers.
- Platform(s)
- Microsoft Windows , Xbox Series X|S
- Released
- September 6, 2023
- Genre(s)
- RPG , Open-World , First-Person Shooter
REVIEW: Starfield Is an Unforgettable Experience of Galactic Proportions
Starfield is one of the largest games ever made, and yet it manages not to be held back by its size as it hands complete control over to players.Much to the relief of many Bethesda faithful, Starfield has been receiving impressive reviews. Starfield is Bethesda's latest RPG game, taking a prolonged break from The Elder Scrolls and Fallout. Bethesda's bet paid off as Starfield is Bethesda's most expansive and most ambitious RPG to date.
How Long to Beat Starfield?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 22 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 69 hours, 30 minutes |
Completionist | 146 hours |
All Playstyles | 64 hours, 30 minutes |
Starfield is more than just "Fallout in Space" as it puts an even greater emphasis on exploring, giving players over a thousand planets to visit. The game is nearly limitless, and that extends to its innovative New Game Plus mode, which will blow players away once they start it. Starfield is a serious Game of the Year contender, so it's amazing to have it available on release day on Xbox Game Pass.
26 Sea Of Stars Is One Of 2023's Most Overlooked Gems
In the midst of the hype surrounding Starfield, Sea of Stars has been overlooked. The game is a traditional turn-based RPG developed by Sabotage Studio. Sea of Stars is set in the same universe as Sabotage's 2018 award-winning action platformer The Messenger and stars heroes Valerie and Zale. Valerie and Zale can combine their sun and moon powers to perform Eclipse Magic, which is necessary to triumph over the evil alchemist The Fleshmancer.
How Long to Beat Sea of Stars?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 28 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 34 hours, 30 minutes |
Completionist | 41 hours, 30 minutes |
All Playstyles | 34 hours, 30 minutes |
Sea of Stars' gameplay draws heavily from classics such as Breath of Fire and Chrono Trigger while also having fun minigames such as fishing. Sea of Stars currently has an 88 Metacritic Score, making it one of the highest-reviewed games of 2023.
25 Dead Space Is A Masterful Remake Of One Of The Best Horror Games Ever
The original Dead Space released at a time when the horror genre was struggling. Resident Evil was still years away from its Resident Evil 6 low point and even longer away from its revitalization. Indie horror games like Outlast were also years away as well. That's a part of what made Dead Space so special. Its smooth gameplay, terrifying atmosphere, and dreadful Necromorphs were exactly what the genre needed.
How Long to Beat Dead Space?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 12 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 15 hours, 30 minutes |
Completionist | 27 hours, 30 minutes |
All Playstyles | 15 hours |
While Dead Space fans have been clamoring for a Dead Space 4 in the over ten years since Dead Space 3, EA elected instead to remake the original Dead Space. The original Dead Space may be one of the best-aged games ever, but 2023's Dead Space remake is still phenomenal with gorgeous visuals, gameplay refinements, and some twists and turns that will keep Dead Space veterans on their toes.
24 Like A Dragon Series Is Full Of Over-The-Top Fun
The Like a Dragon series, better known by its former name Yakuza, had been a PlayStation mainstay for years. That's changed in recent years as the Like a Dragon games all made their way to Xbox and PC, including most recently Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name.
How Long to Beat Like a Dragon Series?
Playstyle | Yakuza 0 | Yakuza | Yakuza 2 | Yakuza 3 | Yakuza 4 | Yakuza 5 | Yakuza 6 | Yakuza 7 | Ishin! | Gaiden |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Main Story | 31.5 hours | 18 hours | 18.5 hours | 17 hours | 21 hours | 36 hours | 18.5 hours | 45.5 hours | 23.5 hours | 11 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 64.5 hours | 33 hours | 36.5 hours | 31.5 hours | 40 hours | 64.5 hours | 32 hours | 67 hours | 44.5 hours | 21 hours |
Completionist | 141 hours | 83 hours | 77 hours | 105 hours | 94.5 hours | 155 hours | 53.5 hours | 103 hours | 128 hours | 31.5 hours |
All Playstyles | 57 hours | 29 hours | 33.5 hours | 25.5 hours | 31 hours | 58.5 hours | 28 hours | 67 hours | 40.5 hours | 21 hours |
Players looking for over-the-top and comedic action, and later turn-based RPG, games that aren't afraid to get serious when it needs to should absolutely give the Like a Dragon series a try. With Like a Dragon 8, rather Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, releasing in 2024, it's worthwhile to begin catching up in this fantastic franchise.
23 Ni No Kuni: Wrath Of The White Witch Is A Beautiful RPG Full Of Childlike Wonder
Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch
Oliver discovers that his mother is not dead, but kidnapped and taken hostage by the White Witch.
10 Best Games Inspired By Pokémon, Ranked
Pokémon is an iconic and nostalgic gaming series, and it has inspired many titles that bring their uniqueness to the table, such as Monster Sanctuary.Another PlayStation exclusive that's made its way elsewhere in recent years is the Ni no Kuni series. Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch was originally a Japan-only Nintendo DS game, but was enhanced and released internationally for the PlayStation 3 in 2011. It took until 2022 and 2023 for Ni no Kuni and its sequel, Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom, to be released for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
How Long to Beat Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 44 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 56 hours |
Completionist | 92 hours |
All Playstyles | 56 hours |
The Ni no Kuni franchise is a gorgeous RPG series with an art style heavily inspired by Studio Ghibli films, who contributed to the animated cutscenes for the first Ni no Kuni. The Ni no Kuni series will quickly tug on players' heartstrings as they get attached to colorful casts and worlds. Not to mention the Pokémon-like monster capturing and building mechanic is extremely fun.
22 Tell Me Why Is Another Impactful Game From Don't Nod That's Full Of Tough Choices
Don't Nod has left its mark on the gaming world in the past decade. 2013's Remember Me is an underrated, but forgotten, gem, and the Life is Strange series has captivated players with their emotional stories and tough choices. Tell Me Why is yet another feather in Don't Nod's cap.
How Long to Beat Tell Me Why?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 9 hours, 30 minutes |
Main Story + Sides | 11 hours |
Completionist | 13 hours, 30 minutes |
All Playstyles | 11 hours |
Like Life is Strange, Tell Me Why is an episodic adventure game. Tell Me Why stars twins Tyler and Alyson who reunite after a decade apart to investigate the death of their mother with the help of their ability to communicate telepathically. To learn the full truth of their mother's death, they must also confront their memories of childhood traumas and how those shaped each twin individually. Tell Me Why received immense praise for its narrative, voice acting, and how well it respects LGBT-related topics.
21 ReCore: Definitive Edition Fixes Most Of The Flaws Of The Original Release
ReCore was one of Xbox One's overlooked first-party exclusives. A modern take on the classic old-school 3D platform genre with beautiful visuals and fun tools like grappling hooks, ReCore initially suffered from numerous technical and gameplay issues. Many of these problems were remedied by the Definitive Edition, which is the version available on Xbox Game Pass.
How Long to Beat ReCore?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 12 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 19 hours |
Completionist | 37 hours |
All Playstyles | 16 hours, 30 minutes |
In ReCore, players take on the role of Joule Adams. Joule awakens from her century-long cryogenic slumber in the distant world of Far Eden, which was meant to be colonized by Earthlings after Earth became uninhabitable. However, Far Eden is an empty wasteland full of mysteries. Accompanied by her robot companions, Joule is determined to solve them all.
20 Ori & The Blind Forest: Definitive Edition Is One Of Microsoft's Best Indie Games
Ori and the Blind Forest is an unforgettable Metroidvania-style platformer exclusive to Xbox. This highly regarded title made waves after its release in 2015, eventually spawning the second game in the series, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, in 2020. Ori is a masterpiece for a multitude of reasons, but its stunning landscapes make it unforgettable.
How Long to Beat Ori and the Blind Forest?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 9 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 11 hours |
Completionist | 12 hours, 30 minutes |
All Playstyles | 10 hours, 30 minutes |
With over 7,000 hand-painted graphics in the game, Johannes Figlhuber (Lead Artist) and Blind Forest's team at Moon Studios literally brought their art to life. Ori is a must-play for fans looking to dip their toes into the Metroidvania world and a study of the power of graphic design.
19 Pentiment Is Obsidian's First RPG Under Microsoft
Pentiment
In 16th century Bavaria, Andreas Maler, a master artist finds himself caught in the middle of murders, scandals, and intrigue.
- Platform(s)
- Windows , Xbox One , Xbox Series S/X
- Released
- November 15, 2022
- Publisher(s)
- Xbox Game Studios
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG
- Engine
- Unity
Following Microsoft's acquisition of Obsidian Entertainment, the studio's entire library was added to Xbox Game Pass. This included future titles like Pentiment, a unique role-playing game released in 2022. Set in 16th-century Germany, this RPG follows its protagonist, Andreas Maler, as they attempt to solve a murder mystery over the course of 25 years.
How Long to Beat Pentiment?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 15 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 19 hours, 30 minutes |
Completionist | 25 hours |
All Playstyles | 17 hours, 30 minutes |
Pentiment takes advantage of its medieval setting with a variety of period-themed mysteries and era-appropriate art styles, many of which play a major role in the game's surprise-filled narrative. While Pentiment might not be everyone's cup of tea, its engaging storyline will undoubtedly win over plenty of Xbox Game Pass players.
18 Quantum Break Blended Gaming With Television
Given Quantum Break's status as one of Microsoft's best-selling intellectual properties on Xbox One, it should come as no surprise that this 2016 release is one of Game Pass's best titles. Developed by Remedy Entertainment, Quantum Break pairs third-person shooter mechanics with several innovative features, such as an integrated companion television show, resulting in a modern gaming experience that matches its futuristic tone.
How Long to Beat Quantum Break?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 10 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 13 hours |
Completionist | 18 hours, 30 minutes |
All Playstyles | 12 hours, 30 minutes |
After an experiment involving time travel goes horribly wrong, the game's protagonist, Jack Joyce, and his close friend disagree about how to handle the fallout. This sets the events of Quantum Break into motion, as Jack and the player use their new time-traveling abilities to stop the looming "End of Time."
17 Fight Through Helheim In Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice
Set in the age of Vikings, a broken Celtic warrior named Senua embarks on a haunting vision quest into Viking Hell to fight for the soul of her dead lover.
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 4 , Xbox One , Xbox Series S/X , Microsoft Windows , Nintendo Switch
- Released
- August 8, 2017
- Developer(s)
- Ninja Theory
- Publisher(s)
- Ninja Theory
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice's Storytelling Remains Unmatched
Senua's Sacrifice tells the story of a Celtic woman with psychosis venturing into Norse hell to save her love and it's as compelling as it is dark.Any Xbox player who laments God of War's absence on Xbox should give Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice a chance. Developed by Ninja Theory, whose repertoire includes Heavenly Sword and Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, Hellblade is an intense action-adventure game set in a Norse mythology-inspired fantasy world.
How Long to Beat Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 7 hours, 30 minutes |
Main Story + Sides | 8 hours |
Completionist | 9 hours |
All Playstyles | 8 hours |
In Hellblade, a woman named Senua travels to Helheim to bring back her deceased lover. Along the way, Senua faces horrors, puzzles, and tough enemies. Hellblade received critical acclaim after its release, in part for its phenomenal narrative and gorgeous artwork. A sequel, Hellblade II: Senua's Saga is set to release in 2024 and will be exclusive to Xbox and Windows thanks to Microsoft's purchase of Ninja Theory.
16 Ninja Gaiden Master Collection Remasters Three Punishing Games
Long before Dark Souls, the Ninja Gaiden series was one of the benchmarks for brutally difficult games. From its very beginnings on the NES all the way to the Sigma Trilogy, players who've looked for a challenge have likely encountered the Ninja Gaiden series.
How Long to Beat the Ninja Gaiden Master Collection?
Playstyle | Ninja Gaiden Sigma | Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 | Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Main Story | 13 hours, 30 minutes | 11 hours | 7 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 16 hours, 30 minutes | 16 hours | 12 hours, 30 minutes |
Completionist | 30 hours, 30 minutes | 110 hours | 31 hours |
All Playstyles | 15 hours | 14 hours | 9 hours |
The Ninja Gaiden Master Collection remasters the Sigma Trilogy: Ninja Gaiden Sigma, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2, and Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge. The first two games are themselves enhanced remasters of Ninja Gaiden and Ninja Gaiden 2 for the original Xbox, but this is the first time the Sigma versions are available on Xbox. On top of visual upgrades, the Ninja Gaiden Master Collection also includes multiple playable characters adding plenty of fun ways to play.
15 The Walking Dead: Season One Kicks Off An Unforgettable Saga
The Walking Dead took the world by storm when it was released in 2010, and it didn't take long for game developers to see the opportunity to cash in. Telltale Games became well known for its reimagining of numerous media franchises, but it wasn't until the company released The Walking Dead: Season One in 2012 that it put itself on the map.
How Long to Beat The Walking Dead: Season One?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 12 hours, 30 minutes to 14 hours, 30 minutes |
In The Walking Dead: Season One, players make decisions as Lee Everett while he tries to survive the zombie outbreak in rural Georgia. These decisions affect the game's heart-wrenching narrative, eventually crafting a beautiful story that revolves around the protagonist's fleeting connections in a dying world. Once players are done with the first season, three other The Walking Dead seasons follow, and players' choices carry over from one game to the next, making Walking Dead a unique, emotional gaming experience.
14 Batman: Arkham Knight Is The Culmination Of The Batman: Arkham Series
Batman: Arkham Knight
With his back against the wall, Batman turns to his closest allies to help him save Gotham City from the clutches of Scarecrow and the Arkham Knight's army. A familiar face also returns to give The Dark Knight a message he cannot ignore.
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 4 , Xbox One , Nintendo Switch , Windows
- Released
- June 23, 2015
- Publisher(s)
- Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
- Genre(s)
- Action , Crime , Mystery
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 3
Arkham Knight's Twist Wasn't Surprising, But it Was Crucial to Batman's Arc
While the twist of the Arkham Knight's identity wasn't surprising, the character's role was crucial to Batman's arc in the Arkhamverse.The Batman: Arkham trilogy could very well be the best superhero-themed video game franchise of all time, so it should come as no surprise that the series' final entry, Batman: Arkham Knight, ranks among the best on Xbox Game Pass. With its gorgeous graphics, high-octane combat, and solid narrative, this game brings Bruce Wayne to life as well as any film or comic book series.
How Long to Beat Arkham Knight?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
Main Story | 16 hours, 30 minutes |
Main Story + Sides | 31 Hours |
Completionist | 50 hours |
All Playstyles | 30 hours, 30 minutes |
Upon release, Batman: Arkham Knight on PC was plagued by a preponderance of technical issues, rendering it unplayable for many users. Thankfully, post-release maintenance has fixed those issues, and it's now one of the most visually stunning titles in the history of superhero video games.
13 This War Of Mine – Final Cut Provides A Different Perspective Of War
This War of Mine: The Little Ones is a poignant take on the war genre that has become more and more relevant as the years progressed. This War of Mine is a survival game where players don't take the role of soldiers, but citizens. Players must strategize how to gather supplies and maintain the health of their group in a wartorn Graznavia.
How Long to Beat This War of Mine?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 10 hours |
Main Story + Sides | 13 hours |
Completionist | 22 hours |
All Playstyles | 12 hours |
The Final Cut of This War of Mine is the 2019 remaster of the 2014 game and includes all DLC and updates released at the time, as well as a new scenario, new quests, and a new character. The War of Mine is an unforgettable experience and the realistic scenario it depicts is something all players should look to explore now more than ever.
12 It's Good To Be The King In Fable III
Released by Lionhead Studios in 2010, Fable III was a revolutionary RPG when it debuted. Armed with a stellar voice-acting cast and two previous installments' worth of lore, this legendary title offered players the then-unique chance to see their actions' ramifications play out in a complex fantasy world.
How Long to Beat Fable III?
Playstyle | Length of Time |
|---|---|
Main Story | 13 hours, 30 minutes |
Main Story + Sides | 25 hours, 30 minutes |
Completionist | 46 hours |
All Playstyles | 22 hours |
Most RPGs emphasize player agency while downplaying the negative fallout from player actions. Fable III subverted these tropes, plunging players into a world where every decision impacts the game's outcome. With a new Fable game on the way, it's a great time to go back and revisit everything that made this franchise so special.
11 Brush Up On The Mass Effect Galaxy With The Mass Effect Series
The Mass Effect series is one of the crown jewels of both BioWare and EA. BioWare went above and beyond to create a galaxy that feels so alive and real with unforgettable characters, races, cultures, and locations.
How Long to Beat The Mass Effect Series?
Playstyle | Mass Effect | Mass Effect 2 | Mass Effect 3 | Mass Effect Andromeda |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Main Story | 17 hours | 24 hours, 30 minutes | 24 hours, 30 minutes | 18 hours, 30 minues |
Main Story + Sides | 27 hours, 30 minutes | 35 hours, 30 minutes | 35 hours, 30 minutes | 63 hours |
Completionist | 43 hours | 50 hours | 50 hours | 93 hours, 30 minutes |
All Playstyles | 26 hours, 30 minutes | 36 hours | 36 hours | 64 hours, 30 minutes |
On Xbox Game Pass both the Mass Effect Legendary Collection, which remasters the original Mass Effect Trilogy, and Mass Effect Andromeda through EA Play. The Legendary Collection even makes extra enhancements to the original Mass Effect, which hasn't aged as well as its successors. While Mass Effect Andromeda is unlikely to have any bearing on Mass Effect 4, it's worth a second chance in the lead-up. Many of the early release issues have been fixed and, when given an honest chance, many will find Andromeda a good game even if it doesn't live up to the original trilogy.
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