January 2024 brings an exciting lineup of new titles to Xbox Game Pass, promising a diverse range of experiences for a variety of subscribers. From the eerie corridors of Close to the Sun to the Viking raids in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and the zombie-infested streets of Raccoon City in Resident Evil 2, there’s something for everyone in this month’s offerings.
Starting the year on a high note, Microsoft has announced eight new games for Xbox Game Pass, available over the first two weeks of January. Available now, Close to the Sun transports its players to an alternate 1897 where Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison are at technological war. This first-person horror adventure promises a tense and atmospheric journey, drawing comparisons to Dishonored 2 and The Order: 1886.
For those who are looking for intense multiplayer action, Hell Let Loose arrives on January 4. This tactical first-person shooter by Cover 6 Studios and Expression Games drops players into the heart of World War II’s iconic battles, spanning the Western, Eastern Fronts, and North African campaigns.
On January 9, two new titles are joining the Game Pass roster. Figment, from Bedtime Digital Games, offers the kind of surreal action-adventure experience that should remind you of Bastion. The same day, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla makes its Game Pass debut, allowing players to embark on Ubisoft’s last open-world entry in its best-selling franchise.
January 11 sees the addition of a pair of games. We Happy Few, the survival horror adventure from Compulsion Games, now a part of Xbox Game Studios, promises a thrilling experience. Super Mega Baseball 4 from Metalhead Software, will also be available, offering an arcade-style baseball simulation.
Of course, the highlight of the month is undoubtedly the addition of Capcom’s Resident Evil 2 remake on January 16. It’s a reimagining of the classic survival horror game from 1998, setting a standard for the genre before being surpassed by Resident Evil 4 last year. Finally, Those Who Remain, a first-person psychological horror thriller from Camel 101, will also be available on January 16, adding to the month’s horror offerings.
All these titles will be accessible across cloud, console, and PC platforms, with some games like Hell Let Loose available on Xbox Series X/S as well. Additionally, Super Mega Baseball 4 will be accessible via EA Play.
Microsoft’s strategy to continually refresh the Xbox Game Pass library ensures that subscribers always have something new and exciting to play, all but guaranteeing that its value grows every year. This month’s lineup, featuring both horror and action-adventure genres, showcases the service’s commitment to providing diverse gaming experiences.
Just remember, some games will eventually leave the Game Pass service. Players should take advantage of the chance to play all the titles while they’re available and utilize the 20% discount for Game Pass subscribers to purchase favorites before they’re gone.
