10 Games We Can't Wait To Play On Xbox Game Pass In 2024

Ark 2 (Xbox Series X|S)

We were hoping to enjoy Ark 2 sooner than 2024 on Xbox Game Pass, but sadly it got pushed back due to a pretty heavy delay. Nevertheless, this is definitely one of the most high profile titles in next year's Xbox Game Pass lineup so far, and if it can nail the landing, it could end becoming an even bigger success than the hugely popular first game!

"Survive the past. Tame the future. Suddenly awakened on a primal world filled with dinosaurs and humans struggling for dominance, you must team-up with legendary heroes to confront powerful dark forces. Saddle up, and join the definitive next-gen survival experience with ARK 2!"

Avowed (Xbox Series X|S)

Xbox will be relying on Obsidian Entertainment's Avowed to be one of the big first-party hitters of 2024, so there's quite a bit of pressure behind this first-person fantasy RPG. That said, we have great faith in Obsidian to knock it out of the park, and the studio is confident that "there's going to be a lot of people who love this game." Let's hope so!

"You are the envoy of Aedyr, a distant land, sent to investigate rumors of a spreading plague. You discover a personal connection to the land itself and an ancient secret that threatens to destroy everything. Can you save the island and your soul from the forces threatening to tear them asunder?"

Dungeons Of Hinterberg (Xbox Series X|S)

We were immediately captivated by the striking art style of Dungeons Of Hinterberg, and it's shaping up to be a pretty awesome adventure on Xbox Game Pass in 2024! This is a "single-player mix of Action-RPG and Social Sim" in which you'll solve puzzles and slay monsters deep in the dungeons of an idyllic village.

"Armed with a sword and a tourist guide, explore the beautiful alpine village of Hinterberg and uncover the magic hidden within its dungeons! Master magic, solve puzzles, slay monsters; all this and more await you in Hinterberg!"

Hollow Knight: Silksong (Xbox Series X|S)

There's still no telling when Hollow Knight: Silksong might land on Xbox Game Pass, as developer Team Cherry hasn't announced a release date since the game was delayed back in May of 2023. What we do know is that we absolutely loved the first game, and therefore this has the potential to be one of the best Xbox Game Pass titles of 2024!

"Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! The sequel to the award winning action-adventure. Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song."

Persona 3 Reload (Xbox Series X|S)

The arrival of Persona 3 (and 4!) on Xbox Game Pass back in early 2023 was a fantastic surprise, but developer Atlus is taking things to the next level in early 2024 with a "captivating reimagining" of Persona 3 in the form of Persona 3 Reload. We're expecting some major improvements across the board - to a game that was already a must-play on Xbox!

"Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay."

Replaced (Xbox Series X|S)

Replaced has quietly being going under the radar, but it's been one of our most highly-anticipated Xbox Game Pass additions for years now. The game, which even Xbox boss Phil Spencer has shown his fondness for, has sadly suffered multiple delays, but we're hoping it'll be worth the wait when it finally drops on Xbox Game Pass in 2024.

"REPLACED is a 2.5D sci-fi retro-futuristic action platformer where you play as R.E.A.C.H. - an artificial intelligence trapped in a human body against its own will. REPLACED combines cinematic platforming, pixel art and free-flow action combat set in an alternative 1980’s."

Senua's Saga: Hellblade II (Xbox Series X|S)

It's crazy to think about it now, but Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 debuted as part of the reveal of the Xbox Series X back in late 2019! The game still isn't out yet, but everything we've seen of it suggests we're in for something special when it launches on Xbox Game Pass in 2024. If you haven't played the original, we highly recommend it!

"The sequel to the award winning Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Senua returns in a brutal journey of survival through the myth and torment of Viking Iceland. Intent on saving those who have fallen victim to the horrors of tyranny, Senua faces a battle of overcoming the darkness within and without."

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 (Xbox Series X|S)

There's no doubt that Stalker 2 is going to be an extremely popular addition to Xbox Game Pass when it arrives in 2024, and we hopefully won't have to wait too long for it. This Xbox and PC timed exclusive is in good hands over at GSC Game World, and all the trailers and gameplay footage have looked fantastic so far. Bring it on!

"Discover the vast Chornobyl Exclusion Zone full of dangerous enemies, deadly anomalies and powerful artifacts. Unveil your own epic story as you make your way to the Heart of Chornobyl. Make your choices wisely, as they will determine your fate in the end."

Still Wakes The Deep (Xbox Series X|S)

Still Wakes The Deep might have bypassed your radar, but this first-person narrative horror game is being developed by the studio behind the likes of Dear Esther and Everybody's Gone To The Rapture, so it's definitely one to watch. Prepare to struggle for survival on a collapsing oil rig with no weapons and no powers whatsoever to help you out...

"1975. Disaster strikes the Beira D oil rig off the coast of Scotland. Navigate the collapsing rig to save your crew from an otherworldly horror on the edge of all logic and reality."

Towerborne (Xbox Series X|S)

Towerborne has all the makings of a surprise hit on Xbox Game Pass in 2024, and the best part is that it's actually being published by Xbox Game Studios! The developer previously worked on the Banner Saga Trilogy, and initial previews have dished out a lot of praise for this promising arcade beat 'em up. We're hoping it'll be with us in early 2024.