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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
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Xbox Game Pass Titles Featuring Extensive Open Areas (But Not Fully Open-World)
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Forthcoming Open-World and Open-Area Games Coming Soon to Game Pass
Open-world games epitomize gaming excellence, pushing boundaries by creating immersive, explorable virtual worlds. These games offer players unparalleled freedom and control, shaping their experience as they journey through richly detailed environments. The potential for deep immersion is immense; an open-world game can truly become a captivating alternate reality.
It's no surprise that many top-tier games are open-world experiences. Fortunately, Xbox Game Pass subscribers have access to a vast selection. But with so many options, which captivating world should you explore next? This list highlights the best open-world games currently available on Xbox Game Pass.
Updated January 9, 2025 by Mark Sammut: A new section showcasing upcoming open-world Game Pass games has been added to celebrate the new year.
This ranking considers more than just game quality. Recently added major open-world titles will initially appear higher on the list.
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
