The end of the year is off to a strong start for Xbox Game Pass subscribers. The catalog is expanding with expected titles like Mortal Kombat 1 Or Indiana Jones and the Great Circleadded on December 10 and 4 on the cloud, PC and Xbox Series X/S respectively. The first, already praised for its dynamic gameplay and high-end graphics, risks thrilling fans of versus fighting. The second, based on the famous film franchise, promises to be a neat narrative adventure game, ideal for long winter evenings.
December 3 marks the arrival of Monster Train 2 And Spray Paint Simulatoravailable both on PC, consoles and cloud. The day after, 33 Immortals offers a playable preview on all platforms, while Routinea game with an anxiety-inducing atmosphere, is released simultaneously on PC, cloud, consoles and portable media.
A busy schedule until December 11
The month continues with a trio of titles on December 9th. A Game About Digging a Holea game with a deliberately absurd title, will be available on Xbox Series X/S, portable consoles, PC and cloud. Death Howlanother release of the day, promises a visceral experience on PC and portable media. The last game added that day, Dome Keepercombines exploration and survival in an unapologetic retro style.
It is on December 11 that players will be able to access Bratz: Rhythm & Stylea musical and fashion experience inspired by the world of famous dolls. It will be playable on all platforms via the cloud.
Three major additions for Game Pass Essential subscribers
In addition to the classic new features, subscribers to the Game Pass Essential offer will benefit from three additional games from December 3. Stellarisan already cult galactic strategy game, is making its return to the catalog. He is accompanied by World War Z: Aftermatha nervous adaptation of the eponymous film, and Medieval Dynastya realistic medieval life simulation.
This selection, spread over the entire month, offers rare diversity: from brutal FPS to relaxing management, from pixel art to narrative blockbusters, every player profile will find something to suit it.
A strategic month for Microsoft before the holidays
With these 13 new titles, Microsoft intends to capitalize on the holidays to attract new subscribers. The presence of highly anticipated games like Mortal Kombat 1 Or Indiana Jones shows a clear desire to compete with other subscription services, while focusing on exclusives accessible as soon as they are released.
Expanding compatibility across cloud, portable consoles and PC also allows Xbox to strengthen its cross-platform positioning. An ambitious bet, but consistent with its large-scale distribution strategy, particularly at the end of the year.