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Carrion is now available on Xbox Game Pass.
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The self-proclaimed throwback horror game will be the first game to reach Xbox Game Pass in 2025.
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This is Microsoft's second stint on Carrion's subscription service, as it was initially available to Xbox Game Pass subscribers from its July 2020 launch until July 2022.
Xbox game card Members can play remains Available as part of your subscription starting today, January 2, these are the first games to be released on Xbox Game Pass in 2025.
Microsoft typically announces new additional game subscription services twice a month. The company deviated from this pattern four weeks ago. Since the first wave of Xbox Game Pass games in December 2024, they're also the only games that month. Another unusual thing about that lineup is that it is extended until early January 2025.

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What to expect from Xbox Game Pass in 2025
2024 was a good year for Xbox Game Pass, and if everything goes according to plan, 2025 could be an even bigger year for the subscription service.
The first title from the 2025 portion of the roster has arrived on Xbox Game Pass in the form of remains– Developed by Phobia Game Studio in Warsaw, Poland. This 2D horror experience hits the XGP content catalog on Thursday, January 2. This is Microsoft's second chance to offer a Devolver Digital game release to subscribers. remains It previously launched as Xbox Game Pass on day one in July 2020, before being pulled from the service in July 2022.
As for what's actually on offer here? remains It's a self-proclaimed “reverse horror game.” There is a player controlling an amorphous blob that intends to devour all who imprison it. In doing so An alien protagonist will spread panic throughout a mysterious place. And gain new powers that will help you destroy more efficiently. This evidence, though, is not entirely unprecedented. But he was quite aware at that point. remains It has developed a reputation as one of the best horror games starring monsters ever made.
Upcoming Xbox Game Pass games in Q1 2024
game |
Date added |
game pass level |
Platform |
note |
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remains |
2 Jan. |
Ultimate standard PC |
Cloud, Console, PC |
Returning, last released in July 2022 |
Road 96 |
7 Jan. |
Ultimate standard PC |
Cloud, Console, PC |
Returned names last available June 2023. |
eternal line |
28 Jan. |
Best PC |
Cloud, PC, X/S Series |
Released on the first day |
Sniper Elite: Resistance |
30 Jan. |
Best PC |
Cloud, Console, PC |
Released on the first day |
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector |
31 Jan. |
Best PC |
Cloud, PC, X/S Series |
Released on the first day |
allowed |
Feb 18 |
Best PC |
Cloud, PC, X/S Series |
Released on the first day |
Football Manager 25 |
March ?? |
Best PC |
Cloud, Console, PC |
First day launch; Exact release date TBA |
Atom Falls |
Mar 27 |
Best PC |
Cloud, Console, PC |
Released on the first day |
As for the criticism, remains It has a “Strong” rating on OpenCritic based on an average rating of 76 and a 75% reviewer recommendation rate. Player ratings are just as impressive, with the game receiving nearly 24,000 user reviews on Steam and Rated 4.5 stars on the Xbox Store based on approximately 1,900 impressions. remains As such, it looks like a solid addition to the selection of high-quality horror experiences on Xbox Game Pass.
Because it's not a one-day name. remains Available now on all non-Core tiers of Xbox Game Pass, Microsoft's subscription service has four more launches confirmed this month. Starting with adventure games 2021 Road 96It is a returning title that is scheduled to release on January 7th, the first ARPG. eternal line It's set to arrive on January 28th, followed by two more one-day titles in the form of Sniper Elite: Resistance and Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward VectorThey are scheduled to launch on the 30th and 31st of the month respectively.

Xbox Game Pass is awesome.
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