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Xbox Game Pass Essential Game List

Xbox Game Pass Essential is the entry tier of Xbox Game Pass. It includes a library of 50+ games you can play at no extra cost on Xbox console, PC and supported devices, plus online multiplayer and Xbox Cloud Gaming. Games rotate in and out of the catalogue over time, and Essential does not include day-one releases.

Xbox Game Pass Essential costs $9.99 per month in United States — that is $119.88 over a year. Compare the Xbox Game Pass prices for every country.

The games included with Xbox Game Pass Essential in your region are listed below, each with its achievement difficulty, time to Gamerscore and normal Microsoft Store price.

Want a bigger library? Xbox Game Pass Premium adds 200+ games and Ultimate adds day-one releases and EA Play. Or see the games added to Game Pass each month.

  • Xbox Game Pass Essential: 50+ games, online multiplayer and Xbox Cloud Gaming.
  • Xbox Game Pass Premium: 200+ games and cloud gaming; first-party games within 12 months of launch.
  • Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: day-one releases, EA Play, Ubisoft+ Classics and cloud streaming — on top of Premium.

You can join via the official Xbox website, or buy an Xbox Game Pass gift card from a retailer like Amazon or Playasia.

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Xbox Game Pass Essential Games

The games included with Xbox Game Pass Essential in your region will appear here.

Xbox Game Pass Essential FAQ

How much does Xbox Game Pass Essential cost?
Xbox Game Pass Essential costs $9.99 per month in United States — that is $119.88 over a year.
What is included with Xbox Game Pass Essential?
Xbox Game Pass Essential is the entry tier. It includes a library of 50+ games to play on Xbox console, PC and supported devices, online multiplayer, Xbox Cloud Gaming and member store discounts. It does not include day-one releases.
Are Xbox Game Pass Essential games free to keep?
No — Game Pass games are included while you stay subscribed and while they remain in the catalogue, not yours to keep. Microsoft rotates titles in and out, and members can buy games they want to keep at a discount.
What is the difference between Essential and Premium?
Premium costs more but includes a much larger library (200+ games) and gets new first-party Xbox games within 12 months of launch. Essential is the cheapest tier with a smaller game selection plus online play and cloud gaming.

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