Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, a distinguished selection by CNET Editors’ Choice, provides subscribers with an extensive library of games for a monthly fee of . This subscription not only grants access to a plethora of titles, including the newly introduced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, but also offers perks such as online multiplayer capabilities and exclusive discounts on titles outside the Game Pass catalog.
Recently, Microsoft expanded its offerings with the addition of Age of Mythology: Retold and several other games in September, further enriching the gaming experience for subscribers.
Frostpunk 2 (PC)
Step into the chilling world of Frostpunk 2, a city-building survival game that challenges players to navigate the complexities of an arctic apocalypse. Set three decades after the original game, you assume the role of the Steward, tasked with leading a city grappling with overpopulation, food scarcity, and dwindling coal supplies. As you strive to provide shelter and sustenance for your citizens, you must also contend with various factions vying for dominance. This title is exclusively available to PC subscribers, including those with PC and Ultimate Game Pass subscriptions.
Wargroove 2
In Wargroove 2, players are invited to command the land, sea, and sky in a turn-based tactics adventure reminiscent of the beloved Fire Emblem series. Set three years after the death of the queen of Aurania, a foreign faction threatens the peace by unearthing forbidden technology. It falls upon you and a new ensemble of characters, including an adorably armored dog, to thwart these factions and restore order to the realm.
Ara: History Untold (PC)
Prepare to build and govern a nation in Ara: History Untold, a turn-based grand strategy game that allows players to explore diverse territories and biomes. Shape your culture and arts while engaging in diplomacy with other nations. Should negotiations falter, strategic warfare becomes an option. This title is currently available exclusively to PC subscribers, requiring either a PC Game Pass or Ultimate subscription for access.
Games Leaving Game Pass Soon
While Microsoft has welcomed these three new titles to Game Pass, it is also bidding farewell to nine others on September 30. Subscribers are encouraged to complete any ongoing campaigns or side quests before these games become unavailable, necessitating separate purchases for continued play. For further insights into Xbox offerings, including details on Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and our comprehensive review of the Game Pass service, explore the various Game Pass plans available to find the one that best suits your gaming needs.
