As we step into the new year, excitement brews for gamers eager to dive into an array of fresh titles and experiences. The latest offerings promise to captivate players across various platforms, enhancing the gaming landscape with unique narratives and engaging gameplay.
Available Today
Brews & Bastards (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S)
Available with Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass
In Brews & Bastards, players are thrust into a vibrant twin-stick shooter world, brimming with frenetic combat and eccentric bosses. Choose from a lineup of spirited heroes as you navigate through waves of inebriated foes, all in pursuit of the elusive Brew Stone.
Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition (Cloud, Handheld, PC, and Xbox Series X|S)
Available with Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass
Experience the hauntingly whimsical journey of Little Nightmares in stunning 4K at 60 FPS. Step into the shoes of Six, a child ensnared in The Maw, a grotesque vessel filled with distorted adult figures. Stealth, survival, and the confrontation of childhood fears await in this chilling adventure.
Coming Soon
Atomfall (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC) – January 7
Now available with Game Pass Premium
Set five years after the Windscale nuclear disaster, Atomfall invites players into a survival-action experience within a fictional quarantine zone. Scavenge, craft, and engage with an array of quirky characters as you navigate a landscape steeped in mysticism and intrigue.
Lost in Random: The Eternal Die (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – January 7
Now available with Game Pass Premium
This title combines real-time action with tactical combat and dice mechanics, offering players a thrilling experience. Follow Queen Aleksandra on her quest for vengeance and redemption in a standalone narrative set in the whimsical world of Random.
Rematch (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – January 7
Now available with Game Pass Premium
Step into the arena of Rematch, a dynamic team-based football game designed for 5v5 online play. With no offsides or fouls, players can focus on strategy and teamwork to secure victory on the pitch.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – January 7
Now available with Game Pass Premium
Don the armor of a Space Marine and engage in relentless combat against overwhelming Ork forces. This enhanced edition delivers improved graphics and quality-of-life features, immersing players in a richly crafted science-fantasy universe.
Final Fantasy (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – January 8
Available with Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass
Revisit the classic tale of Final Fantasy in a charming 2D format. Players will embark on a quest to restore power to the four Crystals and save the world, all while enjoying the nostalgic graphics and improved gameplay mechanics.
Star Wars Outlaws (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – January 13
Available with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
For the first time, players can explore an open-world Star Wars experience set between the iconic films “The Empire Strikes Back” and “Return of the Jedi.” Join scoundrel Kay Vess and her companion Nix as they navigate the galaxy’s criminal underbelly in search of freedom and opportunity.
My Little Pony: A Zephyr Heights Mystery (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC) – January 15
Available with Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass
In this mystery adventure, players can embody beloved characters from the My Little Pony universe. Use unique abilities to restore balance to Zephyr Heights while engaging in fun minigames and customization options.
Resident Evil Village (Cloud, Console, and PC) – January 20
Available with Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass
The eighth installment in the Resident Evil series, Resident Evil Village follows Ethan Winters as he confronts terrifying foes in a mysterious European village, where danger lurks at every turn.
MIO: Memories in Orbit (Cloud, Handheld, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – January 20
Available on day one with Game Pass!
Embark on a hand-crafted metroidvania adventure as Mio, an agile android exploring a world reclaimed by nature and robots. Uncover lost memories while battling rogue machines in a richly atmospheric setting.
Leaving January 15
As the new year unfolds, several titles will be departing from the Game Pass library. Players are encouraged to revisit these games or take advantage of discounts to retain their favorites:
- Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn (Cloud, Handheld, PC, and Xbox Series X|S)
- Neon White (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
- Road 96 (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
- The Ascent (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
- The Grinch Christmas Adventures (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
With a promising lineup ahead, gamers can anticipate a year filled with high scores, achievements, and memorable experiences. Stay connected for more updates and exciting announcements from Xbox and Xbox Game Pass.
Note: Games marked with a ‘Handheld’ designation are optimized for handheld play.
