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

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• Best Open-World Games On Game Pass

  • S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
  • Minecraft
  • Skyrim
  • Palworld
  • Forza Horizon 5
  • Diablo 4
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator
  • Terraria
  • Grounded
  • Sea Of Thieves
  • Yakuza 0
  • Valheim
  • Tchia
  • Batman: Arkham Knight
  • South Park: The Fractured But Whole
  • Mafia: Definitive Edition
  • Dungeons of Hinterberg
  • Expeditions: A MudRunner Game (Or SnowRunner)
  • Octopath Traveler 2
  • Assassin's Creed Odyssey
  • No Man's Sky
  • Fallout: New Vegas
  • Far Cry 5
  • Starfield
  • Goat Simulator 3
  • Riders Republic
  • Creatures Of Ava
  • Sunset Overdrive
  • Burnout Paradise Remastered
  • Atlas Fallen: Reign Of Sand
  • Watch Dogs 2
  • Little Kitty, Big City
  • State Of Decay 2
  • Ashen
  • Special Mention: Genshin Impact

• Xbox Game Pass Titles Featuring Extensive Open Areas (But Not Fully Open-World)

• Forthcoming Open-World and Open-Area Games Coming Soon to Game Pass

Open-world games epitomize gaming excellence, pushing boundaries by offering immersive, explorable virtual worlds. These games provide unparalleled freedom and player agency, allowing for unique and personalized experiences. They offer the potential for players to lose themselves in a captivating alternative reality.

Unsurprisingly, many top-tier games are open-world experiences. Xbox Game Pass subscribers have access to a vast selection of these titles. The challenge lies in choosing the perfect world to explore next. This guide highlights the best open-world games currently available on Xbox Game Pass.

Last Updated: January 9, 2025 This update includes a new section showcasing upcoming open-world Game Pass additions.

Ranking considers more than just game quality. Recently added major open-world titles will initially receive higher placement.

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

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