Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Resident Evil 2 Remake Among the Highlights
Xbox players have reason to celebrate as eight new games are set to join the platform's library this month. With a mix of popular titles and highly anticipated releases, gamers are in for a treat. Best of all, seven of these games will be available for free to Xbox Game Pass subscribers.
The standout among the lineup is Assassin's Creed Valhalla, the largest game in the Assassin's Creed series to date. With a sprawling story and a massive map, this game is sure to captivate players for hours on end. Released late last year, it quickly became a fan favorite.
Another notable addition is the critically acclaimed Resident Evil 2 remake. Nominated for Game of the Year at the 2019 Game Awards, this remake is considered one of the best in the series. With an impressive 91 rating on Metacritic, it's a must-play for horror fans.
Here is the full list of games launching on Xbox Game Pass in January 2024:
- Out now: Close to the Sun (Cloud, console, and PC)
- January 4: Hell Let Loose (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S)
- January 9: Assassin's Creed Valhalla (Cloud, console, and PC), Figment (Cloud, console, and PC)
- January 11: Super Mega Baseball 4 (Cloud, console, and PC) *Ultimate only, We Happy Few (Cloud, console, and PC)
- January 16: Resident Evil 2 remake (Cloud, console, and PC), Those Who Remain (Cloud, console, and PC)
While Xbox players have a lot to look forward to, it's worth noting that some games will be leaving Xbox Game Pass this month. Be sure to check out the list of departing games, including one with an impressive 97 rating.
