Microsoft Might be looking beyond just consoles, however the Xbox Series X and its little sibling, the Xbox Series S, are nonetheless powerful next-gen consoles. Hardware is nothing with out the video games to play on it, although. We’ve examined dozens of Xbox titles on Microsoft’s newest {hardware}, and there are undoubtedly a number of that make the console worthwhile.
These are the most effective Xbox Series X and Series S video games we love, and each is beautiful. Many of those video games are additionally obtainable for the previous-generation Xbox One, and since Microsoft additionally owns Windows (and a number of other of the studios that make these video games), many are additionally obtainable on PC.
Also, should you pay for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, you might have already got entry to a few of these titles. The subscription service stays the most effective deal in console gaming: You get entry to greater than 300 video games and normally new first-party titles from Microsoft-owned studios (like Halo Infinite and Starfield).
Be certain to take a look at our different guides, just like the Best Online Co-Op Games and the Best Xbox Game Pass Games, for extra video games to play, and our Xbox Series X/S tips and tricks to get probably the most out of the consoles. You also can try our Best Gaming Headsets and (*17*) guides for any equipment you would possibly want. And if you wish to play away out of your lounge, remember to try 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 additionally added extra information about Xbox Game Pass.
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