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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 (Not Fully Open-World)

• Upcoming Open-World or Open-Area Games Coming Soon to Game Pass

Open-world games represent the pinnacle of gaming, pushing boundaries and offering expansive, immersive worlds. These games provide unparalleled freedom and player agency, allowing for truly unique experiences. They often become virtual escapes, offering players a second life to explore.

Unsurprisingly, many top-tier games are open-world adventures. Xbox Game Pass subscribers have access to a vast selection of these titles. But with so many choices, which captivating world should you explore next? This list highlights the best open-world experiences available on Xbox Game Pass.

Last 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. Recent additions to Game Pass, for example, will initially receive higher placement.

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

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