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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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Upcoming Open-World or Open-Area Games Confirmed for Game Pass
Open-world games epitomize gaming excellence, pushing boundaries by offering immersive, explorable worlds. These games provide unparalleled player agency and freedom, often becoming virtual second lives. Unsurprisingly, many top titles are open-world experiences, and a significant number are available on Xbox Game Pass. But with so many choices, which captivating world should you explore next?
This list highlights the best open-world games currently on Xbox Game Pass. Note that ranking considers not only game quality but also recent additions to the service.
Updated January 9, 2025 by Mark Sammut: A new section showcasing upcoming open-world Game Pass titles has been added to celebrate the new year.
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
