10 Best Games You Must Play on Game Pass Released in 2025

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Xbox Game Pass had an incredible 2025, offering members the 2025 Game of the Year, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, alongside highly anticipated games like Hollow Knight: Silksong and Ninja Gaiden 4. Subscribers also enjoyed numerous day-one releases of major titles, a wide variety of indie games, and a whole lot more content throughout the year.

Xbox Game Pass, like other subscription services, lets you play a wide variety of games every month, and it generally has a bigger selection than its competitors. A major perk is that many new games are available to play on Game Pass the very day they’re released, including all titles from Xbox Game Studios. Below, TopMob highlights some of the best Xbox Game Pass games coming in 2025.

Top 10 Xbox Game Pass Games Released in 2025

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was a huge success in 2025, winning Game of the Year and setting a new record at The Game Awards. This turn-based RPG stands out with its innovative real-time combat system, letting players actively dodge attacks, block, and strike back. Players follow Gustave, Maelle, and their team as they embark on a dangerous journey to end the endless cycle caused by the Paintress. Recently, the game received a significant free update, adding even more to the experience.

Doom: The Dark Ages

“Doom: The Dark Ages” is the newest installment in the popular Doom series, continuing the story after the events of “Doom” (2016) and “Doom Eternal.” This game takes players back in time as the Doom Slayer, battling the forces of Hell. Expect the same fast-paced, intense action Doom is known for, now with incredible graphics designed for today’s gaming consoles. Set in a historical war, you’ll wield new weapons and fight waves of demons.

The Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion Remastered

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is an updated version of Bethesda’s popular 2006 game, bringing improved graphics and gameplay to modern consoles and PCs. It includes everything from the original Oblivion, plus all previously released story chapters and downloadable content.

Rematch

Rematch is a fresh soccer game created by the team behind Sifu. It offers a different kind of experience, focusing on individual skill instead of controlling a whole team. You’ll play in third-person, managing a single player during a 5-on-5 match, where your own abilities and teamwork are key. Players can even perform incredible signature moves, just like professional soccer stars.

South of Midnight

In South of Midnight, you play as Hazel, a magical character who can mend broken spirits and connections. The game takes place in a unique world inspired by Southern folktales and features mythical creatures. As Hazel, you’ll face dangerous enemies, learn about your family history, and use your powers to heal troubled creatures and uncover the source of their pain. Your goals include rescuing your mother and saving your hometown in this exciting action-adventure.

Gears of War: Reloaded

Gears of War: Reloaded is a beautifully updated version of the original Gears of War, a classic third-person shooter. Built with the latest Unreal Engine 5, it takes full advantage of modern gaming systems. This version includes everything that was released after the original game – an extra campaign chapter, all the multiplayer maps, and bonus characters and items. It’s also more accessible than ever with a new control scheme for new players, while still offering the original controls for longtime fans.

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4

Whether you’re already a skating game enthusiast or new to the genre, this game is a great choice. It takes everything players enjoyed in past titles and upgrades it for modern consoles, adding new skaters, locations, tricks, and music. Plus, you can play with others across different platforms, customize your skater and parks more extensively, and pick up the controls quickly.

Hollow Knight: Silksong 

Hollow Knight: Silksong was one of the most eagerly awaited and highly praised indie games of 2025. It even won the award for best action-adventure game at The Game Awards, surpassing titles like Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yotei. Players take on the role of Hornet, a skilled hunter who finds herself kidnapped and transported to a strange new land. The game challenges you to battle tough enemies, uncover hidden truths about Hornet’s past, and gain new abilities as you climb to the top of the kingdom. The developers have also revealed plans for a new downloadable content expansion, Sea of Sorrow, scheduled for release in 2026.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 

While it might not be the most talked-about game here, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is the latest Call of Duty title included with a Game Pass subscription. Set in 2035, the game lets you play through a single-player story, team up in co-op, or battle it out in multiplayer on a range of maps. It also features a new movement system and the return of Treyarch’s popular round-based Zombies mode.

Ninja Gaiden 4

Ninja Gaiden 4 brings back the fast-paced action the series is known for. It takes inspiration from PlatinumGames, offering exciting and visually impressive combat that combines ninja skills with powerful attacks. The game takes place in a futuristic Tokyo plagued by a constant, mysterious rain. You play as Yakumo, a skilled young ninja, who must battle both robotic enemies and supernatural beings while grappling with his connection to the legendary Ryu Hayabusa.

Out of the Xbox Game Pass games coming in 2025, which ones are you most excited to play? Let us know in the comments, or join the discussion on our TopMob Discord!

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2025-12-27 19:19