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Best Open-World Games On Xbox Game Pass (January 2025)

Author:Kristen Update:Mar 16,2025

Best Open-World Games On Xbox Game Pass (January 2025)

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Open-world games represent the pinnacle of gaming, pushing boundaries and offering immersive, expansive worlds ripe for exploration. These games provide unparalleled freedom and agency, allowing players to chart their own course and essentially create a second life within the game's virtual reality. It's no surprise that many of gaming's most celebrated titles fall into this category. Xbox Game Pass subscribers have access to a vast selection of these experiences, but choosing the right one can be overwhelming. This guide helps you navigate the best open-world games currently available on Xbox Game Pass.

Updated January 9, 2025 by Mark Sammut: This guide has been updated to include a section highlighting upcoming open-world games confirmed for Game Pass, celebrating the new year and the exciting possibilities it holds.

Please note that game ranking isn't solely based on quality. Recent additions to Game Pass, even if not the highest-rated overall, will initially receive higher placement.

  1. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

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