We’ve got games for you to play today, games that are “coming soon” (fake but should be a real trademark here), and even something to play now that you might not have known we had sneaked in on us last week! Let’s get to the games.
Available today
Eastward (Cloud, Console and PC)
Welcome to the charming world of Eastward – population decline! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse and discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Harness John’s trusty frying pan and Sam’s mystical powers on an unlikely adventure into the unknown.
The Walking Dead: The Final Season (Cloud, Console and PC)
After years on the streets threatening both the living and the dead, a remote school may finally be Clementine and AJ’s chance to find a home. But protecting them means sacrifice. In this gripping, emotional final season, your choices define your relationships, shape your world, and determine how Clementine’s story ends.
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Buckle up your back brace and start the delivery truck, it’s time to deliver! Join up to three friends and get work done at random in an interactive sandbox world. Endure the cruel ragdoll physics, drive your favorite vehicle and complete the tasks at hand to the best of your ability. Service attempted, this is a Absolutely reliable delivery service Warranty!
Soon
LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga (Cloud, Console and PC) – December 6th
An unforgettable experience through the Star Wars galaxy, featuring the largest selection of LEGO Star Wars characters and vehicles yet, new immersive combat mechanics, a variety of planets to explore and much more! Players will relive the epic narrative of the Skywalker saga, told through the lens of hilarious LEGO humour. Choose the beginning of any trilogy, including Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: A New Hopeor Star Wars: The Force Awakens and begin your journey on December 6th for cloud, console and PC.
hello neighbor 2 (Cloud, Console and PC) – December 6th
Available on day one with Game Pass: hello neighbor 2 is a stealth horror game about uncovering the secrets of your creepy neighbor. Play against a complex opponent controlled by an advanced AI that learns from you and all other players! As time passes and the neighbor adapts to the players’ patterns, its own behavior will change and surprise you. Will you be the one to outsmart the neighbor and find out what he’s hiding?
Chained Echoes (Cloud, Console and PC) – December 8th
Available on day one with Game Pass: Valandis is at war. The three kingdoms have been fighting for centuries. Peace does not seem to be an option. And yet, a magical weapon of mass destruction leads to a fragile one. One that will not last. Prepare for an adventure in a world full of wonder, magic, mechs, charming characters, airships and vicious enemies. Will you be able to make Peace forever with your heroes?
Metal: Hellsinger (Xbox One) – December 8th
Game Pass members can jump in Metal: Hellsinger on Xbox One consoles on December 8th! Previously released on Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X|S with Game Pass, Metal: Hellsinger is a rhythm FPS full of devilish enemies, powerful weapons and metal music. Strike terror into the hearts of demons as you fight your way through eight hells on a hellish journey to achieve the purest goal of all: revenge.
high in life (Cloud, Console and PC) – December 13th
Available on day one with Game Pass: Comes from the mind of Justin Roiland high in life. Humanity is threatened by an alien cartel who want to use them as drugs. It’s up to you to save and work together with charismatic talking weapons to defeat Garmantuous and his gang and save the world!
potion craft (Console and PC) – December 13th
potion craft is an alchemist simulator where you physically interact with your tools and ingredients to brew potions. You have full control of the entire store: invent new recipes, attract customers and experiment to your heart’s content. Remember: the whole city is counting on you.
Rainbow Billy: The Curse of Leviathan (Cloud, Console and PC) – December 15th
A full 2.5D adventure puzzle platformer with over 30 hours of gameplay! It’s a family-friendly, free-to-play, RPG-infused adventure in which you must rescue whimsical creatures while bringing color back to the world you once knew!
In case you missed it
Battlefield 2042 (Cloud, Console and PC) EA Play – Available now
PC Game Pass and Ultimate members can now join the fight with EA Play! Battlefield 2042 is a first-person shooter that marks the return of the franchise’s legendary all-out war. Adapt to the near future in a clutter-altered world and overcome dynamically changing battlefields with the help of your squad and a state-of-the-art arsenal. Learn more about Season 03: Escalation here!
DLC/Game Updates
Need for Speed Unbound: Early Access Trial with EA Play – Available now
Drivers, start your engines! PC Game Pass and Ultimate members can try it Need for Speed Unbound for 10 full hours with EA Play! Race against the clock, outsmart the cops, and compete in weekly qualifiers to reach The Grand, Lakeshore’s ultimate street racing challenge. Pack your garage with precision-tuned, bespoke vehicles and light up the streets with your style, exclusive fits and a vibrant global soundtrack.
Conan in exile: Chapter 2 – December 6th
The online multiplayer survival game set in the wild lands of Conan the Barbarian continues to expand. Following the arrival of sorcery in the massive Age of Sorcery update, Chapter 2 now brings brand new features and content to the smoldering situation in the Exiled Lands. Hunt down wizard NPCs across the map and bring them back dead or alive for valuable rewards. Experience the new Witch Hunt encounter as you explore and take on several unique boss-level Warlocks.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate benefits
3-month free trials of Apple TV+ and Apple Music – available now
Don’t forget to claim your benefits! From now until the end of March, Ultimate members can request a 3-month free trial of Apple TV+ and a 3-month free trial of Apple Music. Enjoy Oscar-winning movies, Emmy-winning shows and more with Apple TV+. Plus, get over 100 million songs, all ad-free, and listen to them on all your devices with Apple Music. Learn more here!
Departure on 15.12
The following games are leaving the Game Pass library soon, which means it is The perfect time to shuffle your playlist and hit those before they go! Remember to use your member discount to save up to 20% to keep all Game Pass games in your library.
- Alien: Fireteam Elite (Cloud, Console and PC)
- breathing edge (Cloud, Console and PC)
- Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age (Cloud, Console and PC)
- fire clock (Cloud, Console and PC)
- lake (Cloud, Console and PC)
- One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 (Cloud, Console and PC)
- Neoverse (cloud and console)
- Race with Ryan (Cloud, Console and PC)
- Recording of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Maze (Cloud, Console and PC)
- Rory McIlroy PGA Tour (Console) EA Play
- Transformers: Battlegrounds (Cloud, Console and PC)
Remember the Game Awards are just around the corner and many of the nominees are now playable in Game Pass (check out our collection on the Xbox Game Pass mobile app)! As always, if you want to get into the games with your friends, the first month is only $1, so it’s a very easy game night. We’ll be back with more Game Pass updates soon!
Editor’s note: “Hot Wheels Unleashed – Game of the Year Edition is no longer coming on December 15, 2022 as previously announced. We will update with a new date when we have more information to share.”
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