As a long-time PC gamer who usually relies on Steam sales to keep my library fresh, I never thought Xbox Game Pass would sway me—until now. The sudden release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered by Bethesda and Virtuos directly onto Game Pass was a shock, albeit a poorly kept secret. But it's not just that; tomorrow brings Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the eagerly anticipated debut from Sandfall Interactive, drawing heavily from JRPG classics. As an avid RPG fan, I'm hooked—Microsoft, you've won me over.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Both Hit Game Pass This Week
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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered was unveiled and released on April 22 across PC, consoles, and Game Pass. I spent the day downloading and the night immersing myself in its revamped world. This near-remake boasts updated character models, enhanced combat interactions, and remastered visual effects. Despite adding over five new voice actors, Virtuos preserved the charm of the original's quirky dialogue. The base edition of the remaster is priced at $49.99, including the original DLCs, with a deluxe edition available for an additional $10.
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On the other hand, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 marks the debut of French studio Sandfall Interactive. Set to launch at midnight PST tonight in the U.S., it boasts a stellar 92 rating on Metacritic, with IGN's 9/10 review lauding its story design and calling it "a true modern throwback." The game's stylish UI echoes the Persona series, and its turn-based combat system is among the most innovative I've seen. The base edition is priced at $49.99, matching the Bethesda remaster.
While Expedition 33 was poised to be the highlight of April's Game Pass lineup, the unexpected release of Oblivion Remastered has somewhat overshadowed it. However, from my perspective, we're fortunate to have two exceptional games. Thanks to Game Pass, enjoying both is more budget-friendly. Instead of shelling out $100 for two new games, I opted for a $20 Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Now, the only dilemma is when I'll see daylight again.
Game Pass has been adding a slew of 2025's biggest titles, including Blue Prince, South of Midnight, and Avowed, alongside staples like GTA V and the entire Call of Duty collection. There truly is something for every gamer.
Game Pass Is a Ridiculously Good Deal Right Now
Game Pass Ultimate is priced at $19.99/month, offering access to the entire Game Pass library across console, PC, and cloud gaming. The PC-only Game Pass is more affordable at $9.99/month. The Standard and Core tiers, at $14.99/month and $9.99/month respectively, don't include day-one releases. The last price increase occurred in July 2024, and given the current game launches, another hike might be on the horizon.
Currently, there are no active Game Pass deals, but securing a three-month subscription could shield you from future price increases. For deals on other platforms, check out our roundup of PS5, PC, and Switch offers. Also, U.S. preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 go live tonight.
