Microsoft could be look beyond just consolesbut the Xbox Series X and its little sister, the Xbox Series S, are still powerful next generation consoles. However, hardware is nothing without games to play on. We’ve tested dozens of Xbox titles on Microsoft’s latest hardware, and there are certainly several that make the console interesting.
They are the best Xbox Series X and Series S games we love, and each one is beautiful. Many of these games are also available on the previous generation Xbox One, and since Microsoft also owns Windows (and several of the studios that make these games), many are also available on PC.
Additionally, if you pay Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, you may already have access to some of these titles. The subscription service remains the best offer in terms of console games: you have access to more than 300 games and generally new proprietary titles from studios owned by Microsoft (like Halo Infinite And Star Field).
Don’t forget to check out our other guides, like Best online cooperative games and the Best Xbox Game Pass gamesfor more games to play, and our Xbox Series X/S tips and tricks to get the most out of consoles. You can also view our Best gaming headsets And Best gaming controllers guides for all the accessories you might need. And if you want to play away from your living room, don’t hesitate to consult our Best Gaming Laptops guides.
Updated April 2024: added Starfield, Alan Wake II, Baldur’s Gate 3, Cyberpunk 2077, Diablo IV, Forza Horizon 5, And Microsoft flight simulator. We’ve also added more information about Xbox Game Pass.
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