10 great games of 2020 for your new Xbox

Whether you’ve recently bought or are planning to buy an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S, or stick with your Xbox One console, it sure is nice to have a stack of good games to play. And what better way to do it than to just spend money? Individual games, while worth it sometimes, can be expensive. Instead, you can get great value from a Game Pass Ultimate subscription.

For $ 14.99 per month ($ 1 for each of your first three months if you’re a new subscriber), the all-in-one Game Pass Ultimate subscription gives you access to a growing number of games to download and exclusive discounts on popular games. You also have the ability to download games on consoles and Android devices.

If you only want to run games on a PC, you can subscribe to the basic Game Pass for $ 9.99 a month ($ 1 for the first month if you are a new subscriber). With that, you can also download a growing number of games.

With any of the subscriptions, you can access EA games that were previously only available with a separate subscription. They also give you the ability to play multiplayer games online with friends (where supported). Signing up will give you instant access to six of the 10 games below (and we’ve included individual prices, just in case). However, the others listed here that are not included in a game pass are worth buying.

We’ve rounded up our favorite and most used games, apps, and entertainment. Check out our app picks for iPhones, Android phones, Windows PCand M1-equipped macs; our favorite mobile games from Apple arcade and Google Play Pass; and our best options for Gaming pc, the PS5, Xbox One and Series X / S, Nintendo switchand VR. We’ve also included our favorite streaming shows on Disney Plus, Hulu, ESPN Plusand Netflix; Some great science fiction books; and exciting new podcasts. (Note: pricing was accurate at time of publication, but may change.)

Yakuza: like a dragon

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The seventh Yakuza The show’s game is a huge departure from the rest. It’s a turn-based role-playing game (RPG) rather than a straight beat-em-up that’s mixed in with some RPG elements, like the rest of the games in the franchise. But Like a dragon definitely not your average RPG. You can freely roam around a fictional version of Japan’s Yokohama district, meet quirky people along the way, and go on memorable missions.

While it’s not on Game Pass, the game supports Smart Delivery, so you’ll get improved performance when using the Xbox One version of the game on one of the newer Xbox consoles.

Cyberpunk 2077

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CD Projekt Red’s long-awaited open-world RPG was worth the wait, according to Adi Robertson’s review. If you want to dive into the world of Night City in search of an RPG that is wider and deeper than most other games, take a look at this one.

This game is compatible with Xbox One, as well as Xbox Series X / S consoles, although a suitable next-gen version of the game is still in the works and will come as a free update for people who purchased the game.

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 Remaster

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My colleague Andrew Webster calls the remake of THPS 1 and 2 the “perfect remaster”. If you have any affinity for these classic skate titles from the heyday of the original PlayStation, you owe it to yourself. It features most of the same music, and the skate parks and player models have been remastered to current graphic standards.

Not available on Game Pass, but the Xbox One version of the game is compatible with newer Xbox consoles.

Ori and the will of the Wisps

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The last adventure with Ori it is even better than the original. It offers equally excellent platforming, but new to the series is surprisingly good close combat. The team responsible for the game created incredible views that will look especially good on a 4K TV, and everything looks fantastic on the move.

Ori and the will of the Wisps is available for Xbox One via Game Pass, and there is now a version optimized to run on Xbox Series X / S consoles that unlocks the frame rate for smoother gameplay.

Gears Tactics

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There is nothing wrong with the traditional. Gears games that have a third-person perspective, such as the excellent Gears 5. But if you want to try something new, Gears Tactics it takes combat and turns it into a turn-based game where every move is a roll of the dice. You’ll have to play a little smarter, making sure to support each of your characters so they don’t get overwhelmed on the battlefield. As the title indicates, you must be tactical.

This game is available on Game Pass and owners of Xbox Series X / S consoles can enjoy an updated version with improved performance.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection

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Halo: The Master Chief Collection

This list obviously wouldn’t be complete without an appearance of Halo: The Master Chief Collection. In an alternate universe Infinite Halo It would probably be on this list, but sadly, that game has been delayed until later in 2021. With or without it, the Master Chief Collection It is essential for any fan of first person shooter games. Contains the original aura up to the fourth iteration, along with Halo: ODST to complete the package.

It’s available on Game Pass and I like it Gears Tactics and or, has been updated to look even better on the latest Xbox consoles.

Destiny 2

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Destiny 2 it’s another semi-permanent item on our “best of” lists because Bungie keeps updating it. The latest downloadable expansion, “Beyond the light, ”It was recently released, adding to an already buzzing list of things to do in the game. If you like first person shooter games and want to immerse yourself in what it feels like to play an MMO game without the monthly cost, take a look Destiny 2.

The base game and the new Beyond the light expansion are available through Game Pass. Bungie recently patched Destiny 2 to look and function better on Xbox Series X / S consoles.

Forza Horizon 4

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This game is not particularly new, but it is unique on this list. Forza Horizon 4 is a racing simulator that lets you hit the road in the UK, without the overly serious tone of games like Great tourism or even Forza Motorsport games. Whether or not you have enjoyed racing games in the past, Horizon 4 is a well-designed game where it’s fun to jump for a race or two, or just drive without thinking.

Forza Horizon 4 is available in Game Pass for all modern Xbox consoles and has received a patch for Series X / S consoles to improve performance.

Tetris effect: Connected

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Tetris effect It is a Zen experience, which marries the stacking of Tetris with a rhythm-based game. Having the two of you together may not seem like much, but it is a must try. The new Xbox exclusive (until summer 2021) Connected The version of the game allows local and online multiplayer that was not available in the original. Tetris effect.

Tetris effect: Connected is available on Game Pass, so your subscription will get you started right away. It is compatible with all modern Xbox consoles, including the One and the X / S Series.

Apex legends

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Respawn Entertainment is most famous for Titan’s Fall and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, but it’s a free FPS Apex legends is A must have for your new Xbox. Similar in design to other Battle Royale games, such as Fortnite and PUBG, this game is a competitive shooting game where you only get one chance to climb to the top. But what does it say Apex legends plus smooth gameplay, satisfying gunplay, and character classes that are guaranteed to have fun experimenting with.

This game recently received a next-gen patch that makes it work better on Series X / S consoles.